News
The Journal-Sun has created a new program to invest back in our community with your help.
By Shawn Larson
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.
By Shawn Larson
Catherine Wade daughter of Lion Secretary/Treasurer Richard Wade spoke about her recent mission trip to Africa and brought some items back from her trip and slide show.
A rule change recently implemented by the Florida- based International Game Fish Association regarding how the organization will now interpret and classify world record largemouth bass is getting t
By Matt Williams
1.) Brian Turner, 16.89, 1993, Lake Fork
2.) Joe McKay, 16.40, 2021, O.H. Ivie
3.) Jerry Bales, 16.08, 2010, O.H. Ivie
4.) Robert Bandy, 16.00, 2022, Eagle Mountain
Columns & Opinions
As the dog days of August approach and electric bills soar, the Public Utility Commission is reminding consumers of rules in place to protect them from having their power disconnected due to financ
Where to begin? Two weeks ago, we made the comment that for the Christian, everything needs to have warrant, or approval from Scripture. That includes how and what we study about God.
By Ty B. Kerley Dmin. Candidate, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
John was a disciple of Jesus. He wrote five books of the New Testament. He talks a lot about love. St.
By Griffin Pettit Age 12
Healthcare In Cass County is of Critical Importance
By Cass County Judge Travis Ransom
It was a run-down series of old buildings in the bustling downtown of a growing city.
By Ken Bridges
The twentieth century opened up a new frontier for innovation and adventure: the skies.
Sports
Bassmaster Magazine recently unveiled its annual list of America’s 100 Best Bass Lakes. It’s no surprise that a number of Texas lakes made the cut.
By Matt Williams
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.
By Matt Williams
Judging from reduced activity at boat ramps and input gathered in angler creel surveys, Texas Parks and Wildlife fisheries biologist Dan Bennett says it appears the new has worn off with fishermen
By Matt Williams
Students involved in Atlanta ISD’s “ACE Summer Academy” met in the middle school gym on June 20, to learn about basketball fundamentals and important mental health skills.
By Tim Emmons
Lifestyle
In support of planned improvements to the Atlanta City Park on Louise Street, the Atlanta Women’s Club has donated $1,000.00 to the Atlanta City Development Corporation, a non-profit community deve
At the Pearl of Great Price Tabernacle with Anthony and Shelia Wynn from Riceville Tennessee.
Services begin at 7 p.m. nightly on Wednesday, July 31, Thursday Aug. 1 and Friday, Aug. 2.
George Echols donates watermelons to Golden Villa and is pictured with Pam Romanick.
Mary Shurn of the Pleasant Hill Community near Linden celebrated her 100th birthday July 3. Some 200 people came to celebrate with her.
By Neil Abeles
The Journal-Sun is partnering with Lucky U Rescue to get some of
The Cass County Genealogical Society will hold their Membership Meeting on Thursday, July 11, 2024 At our July meeting our Guest Speaker will be C.C.G.S.
Obituaries
Services for Wana Joe McReynolds, 86, of Avinger, were July 20, 2024, at Reeder-Davis Chapel with burial at Avinger Cemetery, under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Hughes Springs.
Services for Jewel Dowell, 73, of Avinger, were July 20, 2024, at Hughes Springs Community Church with burial at Mt.
Darryl E. Dorsey, 62, of Linden passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024, in Linden. No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements entrusted to Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Linden.
April 30, 1930 - July 12, 2024
Shorty was born April 30, 1930 to Oliver and Camille Smith. He passed away July 12, 2024.
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