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Women of Influence finalists Teri Caswell (from left), Melanie Shackelford, Kim Hodges, Ashley McKee and Dorothy Moore are treated to brunch at Waves March 17. Not pictured is finalist Jen Sherman.
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Eustace’s Sadie Jo Long slides safely ahead of Malakoff third baseman Camryn Gaddis’ tag.
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Madilyn Andrews of Eustace, who led her team on the mound, slaps a single in the second against Malakoff.
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Lady Panther softball player Presley Green runs to home plate for another Mabank run March 23 against Kaufman.
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East Cedar Creek Fresh Water Supply District Board President Jim Willi (right) welcomes Terri Bradley as an appointed member to fill an open seat March 20.
KERENS—Kerens ISD (KISD) school board members voted March 25 to approve an agreement to purchase five new buses, one of which will be used by the district’s Special Education department.
KISD Director of Student Services and Operations Brad Atkeisson said four buses cost $135,000 apiece while the Special Education bus costs $133,500. Superintendent Martin Brumit explained to the board that the district plans to pay off a loan so that the district does not accrue any interest.
GUN BARREL CITY–Get ready for an unforgettable celestial experience during the “Dark in the Park” event, taking place April 7–8 at Gun Barrel City Park. This unique event promises an afternoon filled with music, delectable food from food trucks, exciting vendors offering a variety of goods, camping and the opportunity to witness a spectacular eclipse.
HENDERSON COUNTY—Henderson County Commissioners’ Court voted March 26 to approve a special road use indemnity agreement and permit for an energy storage facility north of Athens.
Precinct 3 Commissioner Chuck McHam explained that the request deals with Tanzanite Energy Storage LLC for County Roads 3718 and 3720, located in his precinct. McHam said County Road 3720 is the part of Cream Level Road just north of State Loop 7 in Athens and that the facility is to be located along County Road 3718.
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