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Council Welcomes Two New Members,
, , , The Groesbeck City Council entertained a larger audience than usual at their meeting on Tuesday, May 21, bearing witness to the swearing-in of two newly elected members of the council: Marcus McGruder and Pamela Gonner. But first, City Administrator Chris Henson affirmed that the Golden Arches are coming to Groesbeck if a proposed re-plat for property inside the city limits by McDonald’s USA, LLC is any indication.“As many of you have heard, we are on the edge of having McDonald’s in Groesbeck,” Henson said. “The property upon which they plan to put that had to be split. Because...
1891 Landmark Courthouse Reduced to Ashes in 1954 Fire
, The historic Limestone County Courthouse, a landmark dating back to 1891, was reduced to ashes in a devastating fire that broke out on Sunday, May 16, 1954, around 1:30 a.m. The courthouse, which had stood as a symbol of local governance for over six decades, was being utilized by Williams Farm Service on its remaining one-story structure at the time of the fire.Constructed under the architectural direction of Albert Ulrich and built by R. H. Stuckey at a cost of $66,729.75, the three-story courthouse had been a centerpiece of the community since its completion in August 1892. However, structural...
18 puppies allegedly dumped behind house in Central Texas
GROESBECK, Texas — Eighteen puppies were reportedly dumped behind a home in Groesbeck on Tuesday, May 21. A post shared to the Facebook group What's Happening in Limestone County, TX claimed that the 18 puppies were dumped behind a woman's house, and asked for anyone who would be willing to foster or adopt one or some of the dogs.
Red Goat Cafe Coloring Contest Winners
The Red Goat Cafe concluded its end-of-the-year coloring contest for the students at H.O. Whitehurst. The contest featured different grades competing for various ribbons, ranging from Grand Champion to third place.In the kindergarten category, Paisley Ward secured third place, Myah Sotelo took second place, and Aariah Mack claimed the first-place ribbon. The grand champion title was awarded to Kyzer Evans.Moving on to the first grade, Zoey Rutherford earned third place, Alexa Ponce secured second place, and Elijah Garcia emerged as the first-place winner. Aubree Nunez clinched the grand champion title.In the second grade division, Kayson Huffman received third place, Annabelle Smith claimed second place, and Ivan Perez attained first place. The grand champion honor went to Blakely Ellison.For the third grade, Peyton Whitaker garnered third place, Cristina Garduno secured second place, and Quinn Seidel claimed first place. Genaro Briones was crowned the grand champion.Overall, the contest showcased the artistic talents of the students, and congratulations are in order for all the winners!
Kailee Mills Foundation Awards Scholarship to Advocate for Teen Seat Belt Safety
In a commitment to promoting seat belt safety among teen drivers, the Kailee Mills Foundation awarded Hadyn Getz a scholarship of $1000 to further her education. This scholarship not only recognizes academic excellence but also honors dedication to advocating for vital safety measures on the road. The Kailee Mills Foundation Scholarship stands as a beacon of awareness, research, volunteerism, and leadership of seat belt safety education. Its mission is to empower young drivers with the knowledge and understanding of the life-saving importance of seat belts.
Woman dead after train strikes vehicle in Freestone Co.
FREESTONE COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) – A 23-year-old woman is dead after her vehicle was struck by a train while crossing railroad tracks. Texas Department of Public Safety Troopers responded to the crash on CR-1001 at approximately 4 p.m. Wednesday. The crash occurred near Highway 14, north of Wortham.
Class of 2024 Expresses Gratitude to Tami Kadlacek from GEAR UP
The Class of 2024 recently expressed their heartfelt gratitude to Tami Kadlacek, a dedicated individual who has been working with them for the past three years. They described her as an amazing lady who has made a lasting and lifelong impact on their lives.Tami Kadlacek, from GEAR UP, was honored by the students with a heart-shaped charm, a card, and a shadow box, as a token of their appreciation for her exceptional dedication and hard work. The students credited her for going above and beyond to bring valuable resources to them and for working tirelessly to provide every possible opportunity for them to pursue their dreams and goals.GEAR UP, which stands for Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs, is a seven-year federal initiative aimed at increasing early college awareness, readiness, and success for low-income and historically underrepresented students. Tami Kadlacek's commitment to this program has evidently left a profound impact on the students she has worked with.
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