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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.