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CAST For Kids event raises $107,000
The 8th Annual Keith Combs Fundraiser benefitting the CAST for Kids Foundation grossed $107,000. The money is earmarked for use in hosting more CAST for Kids fishing events and programs. CAST is a public charity that joins volunteers who love to fish with children who have special needs and disadvantages for a fun day of fishing in the outdoors. Around 400 people attended the event held Sept. 27 in in Lufkin, Combs said. Nearly three dozen children and their children and their families attended the Sept. 28 fishing event at Lake Nacogdoches. “I’m really excited to see how this event is growing every year,” Combs said. “It’s really great to see how the East Texas community is showing up to support CAST For Kids and how they make this event a success.”
District play begins for most Shelby County High School football teams
District play begins for most Shelby County High School football teams Dennis Phillips Dennis@lightandchampion.com Sports Thu, 10/10/2024 - 05:50 Image Body Tenaha Tigers vs. Alto Yellowjackets The Tenaha Tigers were the only Shelby County team on the field the last week. The Tigers lost to...
Workforce Solutions continues to connect people with jobs
Workforce Solutions continues to connect people with jobs Submitted News@lightandchampion.com Community Thu, 10/10/2024 - 05:50 Image Body Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas offers a variety of free services to help Deep East Texas businesses thrive and get individuals back to work or on a path...
Court considers 911 contract and life-saving equipment
A 911 agreement with Allegiance Mobile Health and purchasing automatic electronic defibrillators for the courthouse led the special meeting of the Shelby County Commissioners Court held Monday, Sept. 30. Justin Cude, Vice-President of Allegiance, addressed the court on behalf of the ambulance service in its desire to have the 911...
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