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The 2nd Annual Cops and Kids Picnic was held April 30 at Kiwanis Park in Athens. Everyone in attendance enjoyed free hot dogs, chips and drinks plus vendors, an auction and giveaways.
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HENDERSON COUNTY–There is help for students who are wanting to return to school through the workforce education program.
GUN BARREL CITY–At the April 26 meeting, residents of Gale Drive and Jeffery Circle came to speak during the public hearing to rezone lots 28 and 29 in the Lambs Retreat subdivision physically located at 102 Jeffery Circle.
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One of many Texas themed quilts were displayed during the Gun Barrel City Quilters Guild show held April 29 and 30 at the CR Legacy Event Center. This quilt took home the award for First Place Home Machine.
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HENDERSON COUNTY–Commissioners’ Court of Henderson County voted April 26 to proclaim May 4 as Firefighter Appreciation Day, which also will be observed that day worldwide as International Firefighters’ Day.
Eustace ISD announces its lone finalist in the search for a superintendent to replace retiring Superintendent Dr. Coy Holcombe. Holcombe announced that he would be retiring from Eustace ISD in September 2021. The lone finalist is Dr.
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KERENS–Kerens City Council contemplated two water and sewer-related items during its April 12 meeting, both of which were brought forth by utility customers.
CEDAR CREEK LAKE–After being reported missing, the body of 71-year-old Vary Sounthivong of Mabank was found in Cedar Creek Lake near Tom Finley Park.