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Sometimes in doing what we do we get to see issues arise that are glaringly important.

Every child is a gift, each bringing their own talents, creativity, and ambitions into the world.

Texas History Minute

The soil has long provided much for Texas, from farming to oil. As technology advances, Texas turns to the soil again.

Is God Dead?

Last week, we explored a common type of resurrection theory by looking at the offering of the atheist David Mirsch.

Doddridge of the 1920s Part 1

One wonders if talking about his home town isn’t far more pleasant than actually living there.

Columns & Opinions

House proposes $7.5 billion in new school funding

Critics say a House bill proposing $7.5 billion in new funding for public education doesn’t go far enough, The Dallas Morning News reported.

Did Jesus Swoon?

DMin. candidate, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

Is God Dead?

A letter to cousin Kathy, Letter 2

Dear Cousin Kathy, I am back and I will try to pick up where I left off in my last letter.

House unveils its voucher version

Texas House members filed a bevy of education bills last week, including a proposed $8 billion investment in public education and a voucher bill that ties the amount of money spent for private scho

Texas History Minute

The Flying Tigers were one of the first American air units to fight the Japanese as World War II began.

TEXAS HISTORY MINUTE

The Red River Expedition of 1806 was supposed to be another in a string of scientific triumphs for the United States as it explored the new territories of the Louisiana Purchase.

Sports

ANOTHER TEXAS CLASSIC

Alabama-based Bassmaster is bringing its marquee event back to Texas on March 20-23 as the City of Fort Worth and its historic downtown Stockyards play host to the 2025 Bassmaster Classic.

Longhorns

McLeod cheerleaders performed in the 2025 Varsity Spirit Spring Break Performance at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida on Monday, March 10, 2025.

Track

BRYAN ADAMS MEET

Atlanta’s track program competed in the Bryan Adams Cougars Relays on Feb. 15, at the Jesse Owens Memorial Complex in Dallas.

Baseball/Softball

LINDEN-KILDARE

On Mar. 4, the Lady Tigers lost a heartbreaker contest against Maud by a score of 16-13.

Archers compete at CCA event

The Champions Christian Academy archery team wrapped up their season with a final tournament on Feb.1.

Lifestyle

QC Alumni change of venue

The Cass County Genealogical Society will meet on Thursday, March 13th, 2025 for their monthly Membership Meeting At our March meeting our Guest Speaker will be C.C.G.S. Publisher Dr.

Atlanta Lions Club

Track Coach Nick Miller was the guest speaker at the Atlanta Lions Club Thursday.

Linden Lions Club

Frank Lanier was presented with a certificate for 45 years as a Linden Lion.

Mark Epperson Chapter United States

Mark Epperson Chapter United States Daughters of 1812 recently welcomed new member Sue Snowden. She is holding her approved application and the society’s white carnation.

Queen City High School’s One

Queen City High School’s One Act Play, under the direction of Mrs. Duncan, advanced to the next round of competition after performing The Bisley Boy at Northeast Texas Community College in Mt.

Obituaries

Milder Elaine James

May 26, 1939 - March 7, 2025

Frank Webb Jr, age 82, passed away on March 4, 2025, in Atlanta TX. Mr. Webb is being cremated under the direction of Queen City Funeral Home.

Funeral services for Eddie Dean Hargett, 62, of Hughes Springs will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Reeder-Davis Chapel.

Ann Pauline Kennon Stewart

June 4, 1935 - March 7, 2025

Graveside services for Steve Butler, 78, of Avinger, were 3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Pyland Cemetery, under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Hughes Springs.

Services for Don Edwin Hill, 81, of Linden, were at 12:00 noon, Monday, March 10, 2025, in the chapel of Reeder- Davis Funeral Home in Linden. Burial followed at New Colony Cemetery.

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