John Michael Beasley

This week’s Cass County Pioneer is a basketball star from Kildare. John Michael Beasley was born on February 5, 1944, in Texarkana, Arkansas, and raised in Kildare, Texas.

After the consolidation of Linden and Kildare Schools in 1958, Beasley showed talent and athleticism, which earned him All-State Honors. His speed and agility helped Linden-Kildare accomplish an undefeated season and clench the state title in the 1960 season. Because of Beasley’s talent, he had his choice of numerous colleges to attend. He chose Texas A&M.

While playing as center for the Aggies, Beasley broke numerous rebound and scoring records for both A&M and the Southwest Conference.

After college, Beasley played professionally, first for the Dallas Chaparrals, then the Utah Stars, where he contin- ued to shine. He also earned the Most Valuable Player award in the 1969 All-Stars Game.

After Beasley retired from basketball in 1974, he worked in sales and management for various companies. His post-basketball career was marked by the same drive and excellence he showed on the court, and he remained active in his community and alumni activities related to Texas A&M University. John Beasley passed away on November 23, 2022.

Jobs in and around Cass County

Dispatcher - receives calls from the public for assistance; communicates to direct appropriate services from first responders; relays instructions or questions to/from remote units. Records and logs calls received, checks and maintains current information on computer.

Jailer - Detention officers provide supervision of inmates at the Cass County Jail including, but not limited to, hourly checks on inmate welfare, distribution of prescribed medications, distribution of meals, pickup and delivery of inmate laundry, supervision of inmate recreation time and searching newly booked and work release inmates.

Blade Operator - Effectively operate various sizes and models of self propelled motor graders to spread and level dirt, gravel, stone, and other road materials to rough and fine grade specifications in construction and maintenance of county roads.

Deed Clerk - Appraisal District - responsible for downloading deed and probate records weekly from the County Clerk’s site and updating database on CAD server with backup; Data collection, data entry and correspond with taxpayers regarding questions they may have regarding their property. This individual performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Appraiser.

Exemption/ARB Clerk - Appraisal District - responsible for applying exemptions and special use appraisals, processing appraisal review board (ARB); daily administrative duties, data entry, filing, answering telephone, assisting property owners. Data collection, data entry and correspond with taxpayers regarding questions they may have regarding exemptions. This individual performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Appraiser.

Administrative Assistant/Front Desk Clerk - ATCOG - Texarkana, responsible for greeting the public; for handling telephone calls; assisting with fax and copy machines as requested; and for providing secretarial, clerical and administrative support services as required.

Licensed Vocational Nurse - Community Health-Core-Atlanta: he LVN serves as a clinical member of Crisis Stabilization Unit treatment team. The LVN is responsible for using the nursing process to meet the needs of clients according to the professional standards of nursing care.

Registered Nurse - Community HealthCore-Atlanta: Under the general direction of the Director of Nursing (DON) and the RCSU RN Nurse Manager is responsible for utilizing the nursing process to meet the needs of patients in the Rapid Crisis Stabilization Unit (RCSU) (involuntary extended observation unit and voluntary crisis residential unit) according to the professional standards of nursing care.

District Maintenance Specialist - TxDOT-Atlanta: responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining bridges across Northeast Texas. If you enjoy working outdoors, solving problems, and making a difference in your community, this is your chance to build a career with purpose. TxDOT offers competitive pay, great benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Atlanta Fire Department - Firefighter/EMT positions: Paramedic Preferred. If applicant is EMT, applicant must obtain paramedic certification within two years from date of hire. If applicant is paramedic only, applicant will be sent to the fire academy.

Cass County Property Fraud Alert Program Cass County Property Fraud Alert Program notifies landowners of actions filed that impact their property title at the County Clerk’s Office. Click the button to sign up. It’s free!

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