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Mary Shurn celebrates 100 years
, , , , Mary Shurn of the Pleasant Hill Community near Linden celebrated her 100th birthday July 3. Some 200 people came to celebrate with her. The 200th birthday well-wishers had a special reason to be there. Shurn had taught for 43 years in the Linden-Kildare Consolidated School District. Her central subject matter, among others, had been home economics. “Tenacity is what she represents to me,” said Pleasant Hill community member Flo Stephenson. “Although home economics is not taught today under the same title, Mary Shurn taught a home economics course that included so many things about life and how to...
This Abandoned Texas Hospital Is The Most Haunted Place On Earth
One of the scariest places in Texas is right here in East Texas. Anyone from the Piney Woods knows that the Jefferson Hotel in Jefferson, Texas is the scariest and most haunted place in East Texas. The Jefferson Hotel is known for its playful ghosts and spirits that are haunting...
60 dogs rescued from unsafe conditions in Jefferson shelter
JEFFERSON — 60 dogs have been rescued from a former bar turned into a “makeshift shelter” in Jefferson after a rescue group determined it unsafe. According to our news partner KETK, the Animal Rescue Corps (ARC), visited the shelter, and found it had become overwhelmed by the number of homeless animals. ARC reportedly rescued 21 dogs, and sent supplies including pet food and an air conditioning unit.
The Hive: Jefferson’s Premier Coffee and Breakfast Spot
(Loving Living Local) – Susan visits Christie Bullock, owner of The Hive in Jefferson, Texas to talk about how her charming coffee shop is a local favorite for its inviting atmosphere and exceptional offerings. The Hive, a unique gem in Jefferson, Texas offers a cozy retreat open every weekday....
Texas student’s Tax-Free Holiday
School is about ready to be back in session within just a couple of weeks. In preparation, area parents begin to figure out ways to budget for school supplies, computers, and clothing. The good news is that the state of Texas has a tax-free day that helps parents get through the challenging season. Also, there are events around the community with organizations giving away school supplies and other items. Here are the start times for the different schools in Cass County: Avinger – August 5 Hughes Springs: August 8 Bloomburg: August 8 Atlanta: August 12 Queen City: August 13 Linden: August...
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