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KAUFMAN COUNTY–Commissioners voted to issue a burn ban during the regular meeting Aug. 1. Fire Marshall Paul Ayres told commissioners that during this time of year, conditions often make burning dangerous, and this season is already proving to be high-risk.
Ayres went on to tell commissioners that the first major grass fire of the season occurred last week when 20 acres ignited as a result of bailing hay. He stated that grass is currently completely cured, making it a very fast burn, and that over the coming days, conditions will continue to get dryer.

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Malakoff ISD trustees heard a proposal July 17 to lease the district’s Leo Orr Sr. Education Center, which was originally the site of the segregation-era African American high school, later morphing into the integrated junior high school. The campus currently serves as an alternative school for students with behavioral issues, which is planned to be moved in Aug. 2024.

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The Mabank Choir and Panther Edition have a long legacy of superior performance and achievement thanks to Choir Director Catherine Lindsley (second from left). Pictured with her, giving information and encouragement are Molly McDowell (from left), Junior High Choir Director Mary Ann Mc Dowell, Michaela McDowell and Angelica Forrest.

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Mabank High School Cheer depart for Universal Cheer Association camp at Texas Christian University July 21. By day three of camp, cheerleaders have already earned spirit sticks, superior evaluation ribbons and the coveted Top Banana.

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OMI projectors create immersive learning activities for students at all ability levels.

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Mabank ISD Interim Superintendent Dr. Russell Marshall welcomes Michael Rowland as the new principal of Mabank High School. He replaces Charity Groom who has recently been named the district Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction. 

CEDAR CREEK LAKE–Tis the season once again for East Texas football, and schools all over the Cedar Creek Lake area are getting ready. Many have held workouts and camps for future players during the summer, and practices begin July 31.

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Isaiah Washington (center) thanks Payne Springs Fire Rescue crew for cutting him out of a crushed vehicle and saving his life.