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Take advantage of open enrollment

Take advantage of open enrollment

If you work for a midsize or large company, you may soon be able to review your employee benefits package, as we are entering the open enrollment season. So, consider your options carefully, with an eye toward making changes appropriate for your needs. 10/09/2024 09:03 AM

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor

I grew up a stone’s throw away from the Sulphur River in northern Franklin County. As a child I was always struck by how wild and untouched it seemed to be. With the exception of roads that crossed it out of necessity, it looked unchanged from centuries ago. 10/09/2024 09:03 AM

Community

There is a lot to be said about the value of community. Whether it be a resounding response to a local fundraiser, a meal chain for a family in need, or a local church making beds for kids, the word “community” around here hits just a little harder. 10/09/2024 09:03 AM

A moment in the parking lot

A moment in the parking lot

The bearded man stopped me in the shelter’s parking lot. His face seemed weighed down by troubles, or so it seemed, maybe those he could no longer carry alone. As he approached, he began to unload his story, each word falling heavy. He hoped I held the answer he sought—a bus ticket to another town. 10/09/2024 09:02 AM

Security in the Lord

Security in the Lord

HELLO EVERYONE! Hope you’re having a great day/week! I have been on a break for a bit, if you didn’t know I live A very VERY busy life(but wouldn’t trade it)! 10/09/2024 09:02 AM

2024 National Night Out

2024 National Night Out

National Night Out was held last week in New Boston and saw flocks of community memberse out showing their support for our local police forces. According to their website, “National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.” The community came together to celebrate the local protectors with food, games, music and more. 10/09/2024 09:02 AM

Celebrating the rhythm

Celebrating the rhythm

Several local school bands have been bringing the noise during competitions. Last week, bands from New Boston, Hooks, Maud and Redwater traveled to Grim Stadium at Texarkana ISD to show off their skills and showcase their craft. Once the competition was over, Redwater ISD came home with 1st place and Hooks ISD brought home 5th. 10/09/2024 09:02 AM

Lions tame Dragons, Bears and Cards eat Tiger meat

Lions tame Dragons, Bears and Cards eat Tiger meat

It was a spectacular night for high school football this past Friday as the Bears, Hornets, Lions and Cardinals all won their games. 10/09/2024 09:02 AM

THE FALL DOGS-Handlers share advice on do’s and don’ts before bringing in a tracking dog

THE FALL DOGS-Handlers share advice on do’s and don’ts before bringing in a tracking dog

Texas’ Archery Only and Managed Lands Deer seasons got underway Sept. 28. The general season starts Nov. 2, one week after what is sure to be a busy Youth Only hunting weekend that runs Oct. 25-27. It’s showtime for an army Texas K-9s that live for deer season and the chance to put their noses to work to help hunters recover animals they otherwise may not find. 10/09/2024 09:01 AM

SWCD 2024 Hay Expo a huge success

SWCD 2024 Hay Expo a huge success

The Bowie County Soil & Water Conservation District sponsored the 2024 Hay Expo on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at the school cafeteria in Simms, Texas. 10/09/2024 09:01 AM

Capital Highlights

Capital Highlights

Lawmakers to tackle soaring home insurance rates Top state lawmakers plan to address soaring homeowners insurance premiums when they return to Austin in January for the next legislative session, according to the Houston Chronicle. 10/09/2024 09:01 AM

Bowie County Sheriff’s Report

Bowie County Sheriff’s Report

MONDAY Theft of Material (copper)- Chapel Lane Hooks, taken: 500ft of copper wire Assault Causing Bodily Injury (family violence), Theft of Firearm-South Lake Drive Texarkana, taken: Mossburg 12ga shotgun, Ruger .22 caliber revolver, Glock .40 caliber handgun Assault by Contact (family violence)-West New Boston Road Texarkana Abandoned Vehicle-Interstate 30 @ 196 mile marker New Boston, impounded: 2014 Ford Explorer (silver) Publish or Threaten to Publish Intimate Visual Material- North State Line Avenue Texarkana Fraudulent Use or Possession of Identifying Information- County Road 2213 Texarkana Disturbance-Houston Drive Maud Assault Causing Bodily Injury (family violence)- County Road 3110 Dekalb Warrant Service (Bond Surrender for Forgery x7)North State Line Avenue Texarkana, arrested: Brittany Nichole Switzer Warrant Service (Probation Violation for Possession of a Controlled Substance)- North State Line Avenue Texarkana, arrested: Michael Dewayne Butler Jr. 10/09/2024 09:01 AM

GARY WAYNE CADDENHEAD

GARY WAYNE CADDENHEAD

Gary Wayne Caddenhead, age 72, of New Boston, Texas, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, at his home. 10/09/2024 09:01 AM

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