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Opinion

State immigration law again on hold

The on-again, offagain state immigration law is once more on hold while the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals considers its constitutionality.

The Morris County Collaborative (MCC) is opening its building for business!

Time to come home

Iread something fascinating this week. In the British Isles, a sheep was found after hiding out in a cave for a total of six years.

Cunning, baffling and powerful

My husband and I are founders of a ministry that advocates for mental health, recovery from addiction, ministering to the incarcerated and the homeless. Many ask why we focus on mental health.

Capital Highlights

Recent estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau indicate that six of the 10 fastest-growing counties in the United States from 2022 to 2023 were in Texas.

DEBBY EFURD

Alexei Navalny’s recent death has been widely publicized in the news. He was an activist combatting corruption in the Russian government.

News

NTCC, A&M-Texarkana strengthen partnership

Officials from Northeast Texas Community College (NTCC) and Texas A&M University- Texarkana recently gathered on the A&M-Texarkana campus to sign an articulation agreement strengthening the

Local author hosts signing

Local author Tom Collins said he started writing his book ‘Justice Denied: The Cursed Destiny of Gus Finley’ in 2018. However, the research for his novel took 40 years.

Total eclipse April 8

AUSTIN — The moon will throw some serious shade next month, and TxDOT is preparing for a major increase in traffic as Texans and visitors across the state travel to witness this rare total solar ec

Spring in the Honeybee World

Honeybees and beekeepers are both at their busiest this time of year.

What’s that Sound?

Ever walked by a tree or bush and heard a roar like a freight train? No? Then you are in for a treat!

The Buzz

The Hughes Springs Area Public Library is holding an ongoing book sale during library hours. Suggested donations are one dollar per hardback and twen- _________________ paper back book.

Lifestyle

The Whatley Center for the Performing Arts at Northeast Texas Community College is pleased to announce that it has added a special performance by the popular a cappella country music group Home Fre

Eduardo Bautista, Tru Bryant, Haylee Butterfield, Fernando DeJulian, Brentley Ferrell, Tessa Griffin, Luke Hegler, Kalyb Hitt, Tobaris Hooks, Emme Hooper, Presley Howell, Max Irias, Amazing Jones,

Camp County

• US 271 - From FM 3417 to SL 179, resurfacing road. Lane, shoulder closures Cass County

• SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. Possible lane closures

9th Grade A Honor Roll

Maddison Babcock, Kaidence Mason, Riyah Nelson, Matie Phillips, Christerpher Toon, Rachael Walker

9TH Grade A/B Honor Roll

One Verse at a Time

Amidst the chaos of daily life in East Texas and beyond, keeping our faith grounded is a challenge.

Why Was Jesus Baptized?

That’s a good question.

Obituaries

Linden - Graveside services for Mrs. Ruby Pearl Ayers, age 96, of Linden, Texas, will be 11:00 a.m.

Graveside services for Ms. Dana Jo Kirkland, age 77, formerly of Linden, Texas, will be 3:30 p.m.

Funeral services for Ms. Julia Marie Royal, age 78, will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 23, 2024 at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church in Avinger. Burial will follow at Mt.

Funeral services for Mrs. Mary E. Biddy, age 92, of Avinger, Texas, will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March

Funeral services for Mrs. Patsy Collins, age 75, will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2023, in the chapel of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Ore City.

Billy Gene Munn

Billy Gene Munn, age 91, of Lone Star, TX, passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. Billy was born on July 23, 1932 in Scroggins, Texas to Kyle and Lois Munn.

Sports

	Pewitt track runs at competitive, rainy Sid Garton Relays in New Boston

The Pewitt track teams spent last Thursday dodging raindrops and searching for medals at the Sid Garton Relays in New Boston. The rains canceled the field events.

Daingerfield was one of five teams at Thursday’s Joe Culpepper Relays in Redwater and the Tiger teams brought home three top-3 finishes.

The Hughes Springs track teams had a solid showing on a rainy day in Linden as they finished with strong performances at Linden-Kildare’s Bill Hines Relays.

Pewitt track opened their season on their home turf Friday afternoon in the annual Doug Sibley-Brahma Relays, looking to get out of the blocks with a strong start to the season.

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