Monitor Photo/Carla Gray
Mabank Education Foundation awards approximately $30,000 in grants to educators Jan. 7. The grants are for innovative teaching using various forms of technology, hands-on activities, field trips and a theater arts program. 

Monitor Photo/Amber Curtis
Jayda Searcy of Mabank, who scored 6 points against Kemp Jan. 11, passes down court.

Monitor Photo/Amber Curtis
Mabank’s Taylor Granger drives inside against Kemp in Jan. 11 District 15-4A action.

Kay Byers of Eustace, passed away Jan. 8, 2025 at the age of 91. She was born Aug. 7, 1933 in Bobtown, Va., to the late Robert and Edith Kemmerle.
Kay enjoyed all activities that involved gaining new knowledge and sharpening her memory. 
She loved spending time with family and friends and serving as Treasurer for Moorehead - Melton Cemetery. She was a trustworthy steward of cemetery funds and oversaw the management and upkeep of the cemetery while providing support to families in their time of need.

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Hagan Henry Chandler III, beloved husband, dad and grandad. Hagan left us Jan. 10, 2025 at the age of 82.
Hagan was born in Dallas and spent most of his life living in East Texas. 
He was a man of immense humor and wisdom. He cherished every moment spent with his family. His passion for horse racing and his great spirit will forever be remembered. 
Hagan was a graduate of UT Arlington and a long time businessman, owning and operating Chandler’s Cleaners alongside his family for 33 years.