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LOCAL EVENTS

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 5:28am

The Linden Area Chamber of Commerce meets every first Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Linden Garden Center.

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Andy and Rhonda Surratt, rooted in service, family, and community in Kildare. Courtesy of Rhonda Surratt

One-year-old Lydia with her nativity set, reflecting a legacy of faith and family. Courtesy of Rhonda Surratt

J.W. Foshee (left) and son George, early roots of the Surratt family legacy. Courtesy of Rhonda Surratt

The Surratt heritage tree, honoring generations through handmade ornaments. Courtesy of Rhonda Surratt

A memorial plaque at Pop’s Happy Place, reflecting a life of simplicity and joy. Couru tesy of Rhonda Surratt

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Wed, 04/01/2026 - 5:28am

Heritage in Motion:

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Land Judging Team 1 claimed first place at the Marion/Cass Soil and Water Conservation District Field Day. Members are, from left, Micah Johnson, Logan Johnson, MaKynzi Grundon, Hunter Collins, and Lakyn Lance.

McLeod ISD Land Judging Team 2 took second place at the Marion/ Cass Soil and Water Conservation District Field Day. They are, from left, Hoyt Vickers, Nathan Hall, Nick Driskell, Colton Sumrall, and Asher Sauseda.

In land judging McLeod ISD students claimed the top three spots. From left, Micah Johnson, first place; Makynzi Grundon, second place; and Lakyn Lance, third place.

McLeod ISD’s Avery Milam earned 3rd high point individual in the Forestry competition.

The McLeod ISD Forestry Team earned second place honors at the Marion/Cass Soil and Water Conservation District Field Day at Lake Wright Patman. Pictured are, from left, Trenton Duck, Rowdy Jester, Will Driskell, Mackenzie Clark, Hannah Lincoln, and Avery

McLeod ISD students fare well in competition

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 5:28am

McLeod ISD students fare well in competition

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Burn ban issued March 24

Burn ban issued March 24

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 5:28am

Cass County Judge Travis Ransom issued a seven-day burn ban on Tuesday, March 24.

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Special guests made a visit to Queen City Independent School District campuses on Friday. From left, are Starr Durmon, Rebecca Russell the Easer egg, Easter Bunny, D'Anne Campbell during their MUMS Courtesy photo

Happy Easter!

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 5:28am

Happy Easter!

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