Monitor Photo/ Ashlee Sawyer
The Malakoff ISD Board of Trustees cheer and applaud after a ribbon cutting signifying the grand opening of the high school during their ceremony held Sept. 3.

Monitor Photo/Russell Slaton
Kameron Wilkinson, who scored two rushing touchdowns against Kemp Sept. 6, races toward the goal line in the first half.

Monitor Photo/Russell Slaton
Mabank receiver Daylon Gibbs leaps for a Kaden Penland pass Sept. 6 against Kemp, which his Panthers won on the road 20-7.

Gary Lynn Whitley, a cherished father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully at home Sept. 5, 2024. Born April 30, 1949, in Dallas, to Paul Reid Whitley and Bernice Ethel McCoy, Gary lived a life marked by dedication, compassion and humor.
A proud graduate of Sunset High School in 1967, Gary's talent for music shone brightly as he earned letters in orchestra for his skillful playing of the viola and piano. His deep connection to the Dallas area lasted throughout much of his life, though he eventually found tranquility in retirement in Gun Barrel City.