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Kerens pitcher Kannon Ritchie strikes out five of six Neches batters he faces in two innings.

GUN BARREL CITY–Gun Barrel City Mayor David Skains announced his intent to resign at the end of the public comments portion of the regular meeting March 30. 

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Eustace Middle School Principal Michael Rowland (center) presents March Star Student awards to eighth-graders Audrey Kilcrease (left) and Mitchell Franklin (right).

MABANK–Lady Panthers were on the prowl for another victory to advance themselves further into playoff territory when they faced Life Oak Cliff on March 28. The support for the Ladies Soccer Team was “overwhelming,” with hundreds in attendance.  
Life played a tight defense, making shots difficult, but Lexi found the net twice for a 2-0 win to push Mabank on to Regionals.

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Kim Harmon (from left), wife of Payne Springs Interim Police Chief Rick Harmon, pins a bar on her husband commemorating his Police Life Saving Medal presented by Enchanted Oaks Police Chief Anthony Katsoulas.

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Donnie and Susan Thomas show off their 1935 Ford Cabriolet at the April 16, 2022 show.

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Terri Dunn (left) gives Jordan Roofing owner David Jordan a hug in thanks for her new roof. Jordan and his crew completed the 2,000 square foot roof Jan. 26 as part of his “Santa Roof” tradition.

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Mabank High School powerlifter Victoria Shepherd (left) wins third place at the Class 4A, Division 1 championships March 17 in Frisco.