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Never thought I would be the one taking care of my mother. She was a hard-working woman all my life. She worked at Red River, Thiokol and owned her own business.
By Raydeen Edwards
When I drove Route 66 from Chicago to LA several years ago I got a first hand look at the impacts of interstate highways; both good and bad.
By Travis Ranson
Today the Atlanta Lions Club voted two new members into the Atlanta Lions Club, Belinda Adcock of River Valley Tractor and Reese Dunlap with Peek Insurance.“Welcome to the club and family.“Moving F
Up until 1916, Zeak Pool owned and operated a steam powered cotton gin in the center of Doddridge.
By Charles Wesley Bigby
Columns & Opinions
It took some time, but a set of new laws and rules passed by the Texas Legislature in 2023 went into effect on Sept. 1, the Houston Chronicle reported.
He was called “America’s Favorite Cowboy” and the “Singing Cowboy.” Though he was not the first western star of either movies or music, Texas native Gene Autry became a favorite across the nation f
By Ken Bridges
The women’s rights movement spread across the West in the late 1800s. The right for women to vote was the top issue, but there was much opposition to it. The debate in Texas was no exception.
A 26-page report from the Texas Comptroller concludes that the state needs 306,000 additional homes, a shortage that has sent housing costs soaring, The Texas Tribune reported.
To Whom it may concern,
As a citizen of Atlanta, Texas, I understand a few years ago the water department needed the help of the citizens to operate, so our bills increased.
Sports
Atlanta won its game against Hooks last Friday night, 28-21.
By Tim Emmons
Atlanta vs. New Boston
Atlanta hosts New Boston this Friday night inside the friendly confines of Atlanta Rabbit Stadium9.
By Tim Emmons
Lifestyle
Krystal Dawn was the presenter at the Atlanta Lions Club. She brought the new Rabbit Mascot to the Lions club. Krystal gave information on why and how the new mascot came to be.
Linden Lions Club President Bill Thomas led our Lions through their monthly business meeting!
Names literally go back to the beginning of human existence. God named Adam, Adam named Eve. God even brought His creations to Adam for him to give them names.
By Tim Emmons
Rev. Chris Arnold, Sr. speaks at the Mighty Men of Valor Men’s Conference hosted by First Baptist Church of Atlanta on Aug. 17. (Photo by Raydeen Edwards)
Enon First Missionary Baptist Church hosted a Love and Appreciation Service for Sister Ida F. Birmingham for her anointed gift as a minister of music for the past 66 years.
Obituaries
Services for Richard Dale Johnson, 81, of Avinger will be 2:00 Friday, September 6, 2024 at Reeder-Davis Chapel, under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Hughes Springs.
Memorial services for Helen Johnson Huffman, were Saturday, September 7, 2024 at Dalton Countryside Fellowship, Naples, Texas.
Services for Darlene Torres, 92, formerly of Avinger, were Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at Woodlawn Memorial Park under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Hughes Springs.
Graveside services for Glenna Carol McElhaney, 73, of Linden, were Thursday, August 29, 2024, at Bethlehem Cemetery, under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Linden.
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