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Crime Stoppers Spy a Solution: Trail Cameras Donated for Game Wardens
Limestone County Crime Stoppers donated four trail cameras to local Texas Parks and Wildlife game wardens on Friday, July 12. The donation was overseen by Limestone County Crime Stoppers President Dean Satterfield and Capt. Jason Ash, Limestone County Sheriff’s Office Crime Stoppers Law Enforcement coordinator and CID Captain.Trail cameras can range in price from $30 to $600, but according to OutdoorLife.com, the best “bang for your buck” is typically found in the $100 to $200 range. These Spartan Eclipse trail cameras, which fall in the middle of that range, boast five-star reviews on many trail cam enthusiast websites.Satterfield stated that...
South Limestone Hospital: From Concept to Reality
, , The South Limestone Hospital held its first open house on Sunday, July 15, 1973. This event marked the end of five years of effort, though the project was first mentioned in the Journal on April 17, 1969.With the establishment of the Medicare program in the 1960s, the requirements for hospitals to qualify for the program became stricter. Dr. Cox’s Hospital had served the area for forty years, but in 1968, Dr. Stanley Cox realized he could not meet the new standards despite significant investments in improvements. Consequently, the City Council of Groesbeck created the Groesbeck Hospital Authority by...
Mexia Artistic Collaborative Seeks to Revitalize Local Arts Scene
, Local murder mystery dinner theatre, art exhibitions, musicals, open mic nights and more could now be possible through the Mexia Artistic Collaborative (MAC). Attendance was low at the first official MAC meeting, held at Mexia First Assembly on Thursday, July 11. However, that didn’t stop MAC Executive Director Jermaine Burks, who led the meeting, from putting on a show. He briefly shared his extensive background in theater, recounting a pivotal moment in high school when his theater director inspired him by acknowledging the courage required to perform on stage. This experience fueled his passion for supporting performers and artists.The Mexia...
G-Way Youth Athletics Football Registration Now Open
Are you interested in youth football in the Groesbeck area? G-Way Youth Athletics is currently holding football registration for various age groups, with the last day for registration being August 18.Youth Football Sign-ups for age groups are as follows as of September 1st:4-5 Flag, 6-7 Bantams (Tackle), 8-9 Jrs., 10-12 Srs., 8, 9, 10 Girls Flag.The cost for registration is $125 per child. Please note that the registration deadline for youth cheerleaders has already passed.If you are interested in registering or making a donation, you can visit the following website for more information: www.gwayathletics.com/registration.G-Way Youth Athletics aims to support the youth in their community by providing opportunities for participation in football and cheer. They are also open to receiving donations to help cover the costs of protective gear, and uniforms, and to provide financial assistance to children who cannot afford to participate. Donations can be made at Farmers State Bank, or you can contact one of G-Way Youth Athletics' board members to make a donation.For any inquiries, you can also reach out via email at Groesbeckpeewee@gmail.com or contact them by phone at 254-265-5762.
Groesbeck Little Dribblers Registration for 2024-25 Season Now Open
The much-anticipated Groesbeck Little Dribblers 2024-25 season is now open for registration. Take the chance to sign up for what promises to be an exciting basketball season. The registration deadline is November 1, and all registrations and payments will be accepted exclusively online.Registration Fee: $75 per athlete.Discount: Get $5 off for each additional athlete.Non-Volunteer Fee: A $15 fee per athlete, refundable upon completion of one hour of volunteer service per athlete.Volunteers Needed: Coaches and volunteers play a crucial role in the success of the program. All interested individuals are urged to register at this time. Your involvement is vital to...
Felon Forest Gibson: Limestone County’s Houdini Hopeful
, Forest Gibson of Oletha, first escaped prison near Huntsville in 1933 and was recaptured by Limestone County officers after a gun battle in the Old Union Community on Dec. 16, 1933. He was serving a sentence of four years for car thefts taking place in Limestone and McLennan Counties. After his recapture, he spent some time in the Limestone County jail serving out the remaining two years of his original four-year sentence while awaiting trial for the additional charge of car theft from the escape.On March 23, 1936, he was sentenced to an additional ten years after pleading guilty...
Commissioners Consider Expenses; Hear About AgriLife Projects
, Limestone County commissioners tabled a decision on the purchase of a dump trailer during their meeting Tuesday, July 9, where they also heard about AgriLife Extension projects and county showbarn expenses.Commissioners discussed quotes for a dump trailer for the Road & Bridge Department, inquiring about the $10,000 price difference between the two best quotes for what Administrator James Trantham called, “pretty equivalent trailers.”Commissioner Micah Anderson moved to table the decision until Trantham can personally examine each company’s trailer and determine which would better suit the county’s needs. The court approved tabling the matter. Regarding end-of-year expenses at the County Showbarn,...
Bargain Hunting
, The beginning of another long-line of fall hunting seasons is still several months away, but there is no time like the present to start thinking about your options. Plenty of good ones are up for grabs this year through the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s “Drawn Hunt” program. In my book, the program represents a great opportunity to participate in what may be the best low cost, high quality hunting option available to Texas hunters. Each year, the lottery-style program awards thousands of permits that allow hunters to go after all sorts of wild game on well managed public lands that...
Community Unites for Successful Miss July 4 Pageant Izabella Lima crowned Miss Firecracker 2024
, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , The first annual Miss Firecracker Pageant lit up the Groesbeck Convention Center on July 4th, dazzling attendees with a of patriotic and formal wear. Organized under the guidance of Michelle Latray and sponsored by the Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce, the event brought together local beauty queens, vendors, and supporters to celebrate Independence Day in style. Assisting in the proceedings were Miss Fall Frolic, Brianna Latray, and Miss Limestone County, Gabriella Trevino. Around 300 people attended the event and around 50 young ladies fom ages 0-13...
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