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Commissioners OK court reporter salary increases
Freestone County commissioners held public hearings for Freestone’s County and District Clerks during the Wednesday, Sept. 4, Commissioners Court meeting. The court also kept the burn ban in place, allowed the tax assessor- collector to transfer furniture and some records to the county clerk’s office; and made other decisions concerning the county’s finances and well-being. As for the county and district clerks, one public hearing concerned the plan for the County Clerk’s Archive Fund, after which a separately voted item was the County Clerk’s Records Management & Preservation Plans for 2024-25. The other public hearing that day was for the District Clerk’s Archive...
Trump, Harris square off in debate
The second presidential debate of the 2024 cycle, the first since President Joe Biden withdrew as the Democratic nominee, took place in Philadelphia Tuesday night. Both former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris made their cases to the nation for why they deserve the vote. The debate was hosted by ABC News and moderated by David Muir and Linsey Davis. The agreed-upon rules were for the debate to last 90 minutes, provide no opening statements, and for the candidates to stand at podiums with muted microphones and no pre-written notes. Moderators asked the candidates to answer questions about the economy,...
Tolar sinks Teague in closing seconds, 23-21
The Teague Lions scored on a go-ahead 20-yard touchdown pass from Zak Leija to Bryce Bates with 42 seconds remaining in the game, sending the home crowd into a roar in the Lions’ home opener, but the defending 2A State Finalist Tolar Rattlers responded with a well-executed 40-yard field goal with room to spare in a 23-21 thriller as no time remained to stun the Teague Lions and the home faithful. Tolar held a 14-0 lead at halftime and seemingly had the game in control, but the Lions offense awakened on 8-yard hard nosed touchdown run by senior twoway standout Korey...
THS joins forces with Wortham for career-tech expansion
In a groundbreaking collaboration, Wortham High School and Teague High School have partnered to expand Career and Technical Education (CTE) opportunities for their students. This innovative partnership allows students from both schools to benefit from specialized programs that prepare them for high-demand careers. Starting this fall, Wortham High School students interested in pursuing a career in cosmetology are now attending classes at the Teague High School Cosmetology Program. Meanwhile, Teague High School students with aspirations in emergency medical services (EMS) and the culinary arts are traveling to Wortham High School to take advantage of their state-ofthe-art facilities and expert instructors. This partnership...
Lady Lions defeat Wortham, fall to Frost
The Teague Lady Lions defeated Wortham and fell to Frost this past week to move to 16-12 overall. “I am proud of how the girls have competed in playing some bigger schools. We took a set from 6A New Braunfels and the girls really came together and really executed in that game,” Coach Sarah Beaird said. “We also had a big win against Franklin in the Legends Volleyball tournament in Bryan.” On Tuesday, Sept. 3, Teague hosted and defeated the Wortham Lady Bulldogs in three straight sets, 25-20, 25-15, and 25-17. Sophomore, Ady Beaird, achieved 1,000 career assists during the match against Wortham....
Aldermen OK variance for small house
The Teague Board of Alderman approved a variance during the regular meeting Monday night, Aug. 19, allowing a resident to build a small house on her propearty. The applicable ordinance reads: “Dwellings shall contain not less than 1,200 square feet of enclosed floor area, exclusive of garages, carports, terraces, and similar areas.” Shanna Lord reported her structure will be between 750 and1,000 square feet. The board approved the variance, setting a minimum of 700 square feet. Holly Dunn addressed the board concerning a pastdue water bill from May 2024 for $97.33. Dunn reported paying the bill with cash, but does not have a...
Lady Lions prepare for season with scrimmages
, , , , The Teague Lady Lions were able to get in multiple scrimmages Friday, Aug. 9, and Saturday, Aug. 10, as they prepare for this season with their eyes on the playoffs. “We definitely had some ups and downs in the scrimmages,” Head Coach Ashley Hiles said. “Our goals as games begin this week are to communicate and work as one.” Teague hosted Avalon in its first game on Tuesday, Aug. 13. The Lady Lions will compete in the Leon Tournament this weekend, Aug. 15-17, before traveling to Madisonville to take on the Lady Mustangs next Tuesday, Aug. 20.
Missing teen safe, home again
Law enforcement officers found missing Mexia teenager Desmond “Dez” Connally Jr. in Fort Worth and returned him to his mother’s custody over the weekend. Connally’s mother, Precious Simmons, said tips by informants helped Fort Worth police officers locate the 16-year-old who went missing Saturday, Aug. 3, about 11 a.m. from his cousin’s house in Mexia where he had spent the night. Mexia police officers met Fort Worth officers halfway between the two cities, and his mother picked him up at the Mexia police station about 1 a.m. Saturda, Aug.10, she said. “He’s well,” said Simmons, who noted she still has many questions about...
Happy ending encounter begins with separation, maternal instincts lead doe to fawn
, Anyone who has ever stumbled across a perfectly healthy whitetail fawn bedded down in the wild — and had sense enough to walk away and leave the animal undisturbed — is sure to appreciate this story. Those who haven’t might learn a little something about whitetail ways. All of the stuff you’ve heard and read the about the maternal instincts of whitetail does is right on the money. The intimate bond mothers have with their little ones is inherently strong. Does frequently leave their babies cloaked in tall grass and other obscure places while they venture elsewhere to forage for food....
Inmate found dead at FC jail
Freestone County Sheriff Office and Emergency Medical Services responded Sunday night, Aug. 11, to an unresponsive inmate in the Freestone County jail. The person was found deceased and Sheriff Jeremy Shipley requested the Department of Public Safety-Texas Rangers Division, to investigate. Family members of the deceased have been contacted. This is an ongoing investigation at this time with the Texas Rangers. Upon the completion of this investigation, further details will be released. Attempted murder The Freestone County Sheriff Office responded to a shooting Friday, Aug. 9, in the Streetman area with injuries sustained to the victim. FCSO Deputies Aultman and Leatherman responded to the location...
Texas Central Railroad owes back taxes
The high-speed rail company, Texas Central Railroad, owes Limestone and Freestone Counties a total of $42,245.61 in delinquent taxes and fees, according to Texans Against High-Speed Rail. The Bistone counties are two of 10 Texas counties in the path of the proposed high-speed rail between Dallas and Houston owed a total of $956, 682.61 in taxes from 2023, along with penalties and attorney fees, according to a TAHSR press release. The money is owed to counties, emergency services districts and school districts in which the company owns property. Limestone County is owed $18,120.09, and Freestone is owed $24,125.52. The taxes were due...
Freestone commissioners to interview for interim treasurer
By Roxanne Thompson Fairfield Recorder Freestone County Commissioners held a short meeting on Monday morning, Aug. 12, making two decisions before going into executive session. The purpose of the executive session was to determine four finalists to interview on Wednesday for replacing retiring treasurer Jeannie Keeney. When the court members returned to regular session, they agreed to interview on Wednesday the four finalists for replacing Keeney before making a final decision. Apart from determining the four finalists, the court made two other decisions: first to keep the burn ban off. Second, the commissioners agreed to reconsider and then accept a bid on a 1996 Ford pickup with a welding bed for the Precinct 1 Road and Bridge Department. The court had rejected the bid at a previous meeting.
Area Lakes Fishing Report
SLOW. Water normal stain; 87 degrees; 0.34 feet above pool. Bass have been slow and scattered. Best options are outside grass lines on windy banks. Jigs and shaky-head worms are working, but you will need to cover a lot of water. Some bass are schooling. Crappie are slow as well. The night bite on deep brush with minnows is the most consistent pattern. Report by Jim Brack, Athens Guide Service. Cedar Creek – EXCELLENT. slightly stained; 87 degrees; 0.47 feet below pool. Hybrids and white bass are good early in the morning at daylight on midlake points and drop offs along...
Cothran retires after almost 3 decades at Teague ISD
After 28 years with Teague ISD, Accounts Payable Specialist Pat Cothran has retired. A retirement party was held for Cothran on Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 7. Cothran said her tenure at Teague ISD has been so rewarding. “I’ve loved my job and my work family,” Cothran said. “I was raised in Teague and my parents had a grocery store so the people of Teague have always been a big part of my life.” Cothran says she plans on enjoying the next chapter of her life. According to Teague ISD Superintendent Chris Skinner, it’s challenging to find a starting point to address what Cothran has meant...
County Treasurer Keeney resigns
, , County Treasurer Jeannie Keeney proffered her resignation to the Freestone County Commissioners Court, effective Aug. 3, since she will accompany her husband to his new job location in South Texas. Her resignation is effective Aug. 3, but she said she wanted to give the commissioners plenty of time to hire her replacement. “I have appreciated the opportunity to work with the citizens of Freestone County,” Keeney told the court at its July 10 meeting. “My husband got a job transfer so we are going to be moving to South Texas,” she continued. “This was a decision that was very hard for...
Winning lottery ticket sold in Teague
A winning ticket for the Texas Two Step drawing on Thursday, July 18, was sold in Teague for a $1.2 million jackpot prize. The winning ticket was sold at Brookshire Brothers. There were three winning tickets sold. The winning tickets were also sold in Tyler and Liberty. The winning ticket in Liberty was sold at Fillis, while the winning ticket in Tyler was sold at Speedy Express. The three winners will have to split the prize. The winning numbers were 12, 14, 16, 22 and the bonus ball 13. Texas Two Step provides various ways to win in addition to the jackpot. * Match red ball, win $5. * Match red ball and one white ball, win $7. * Match red ball and two white balls or three white balls, win $20. * Match red ball and three white balls, win $50. * Match four white balls, win $1,500.
FC Commish moves forward with financial decisions, insurance bids
Freestone County Commissioners awarded the bid on county management software to a company called Local Government Solutions. The commissioners made that decision at their July 17 meeting, when they also opened bids on county medical insurance; agreed to buy a brush cutter for a little over a quarter of a million dollars; agreed to buy security cameras for the new Tax Office; and made other decisions about the county’s funds and well-being. As for the county management software, the county had previously received bids from two companies on the matter: one from LGS and the other from I-Docket. Dane McBroom, the county’s...
Commissioners learn rules to qualify for FEMA reimbursement
Freestone County Emergency Management Coordinator Leonard Smith briefed the county court members at their June 27 meeting on the status of the county’s emergency declaration for the extended extreme rain period that ran from April 26 to June 5. “FEMA will cover 75 percent; we have to cover 25 percent,’’ Smith told the court. “However, that 25 percent isn’t us monetarily putting anything out per se. So we can use donated resources, such as volunteer hours, equipment, food, materials, things that were donated possibly to us to help get things cleaned up. We can deduct that 25 percent off of that...
PCHAS has Bi-Stone resource center
Presbyterian Children’s Homes and Services’ Growing Together program is thrilled to announce the opening of the Bistone Family Resource Center. In 2024, the Healthy Outcomes through Prevention & Early Support (HOPES) initiative will collaborate with Growing Together to provide essential prevention programs in Limestone and Freestone counties, areas with a higher risk of maltreatment. Services Offered at the Bistone Family Resource Center The Bistone Family Resource Center provides comprehensive services to support families: - Case management and benefits enrollment/navigation - Diaper and formula pantry - Basic needs assistance - Computer lab and printers - Sensory playroom - Parenting education classes - Weekly...
Let’s Travel group visits Montana and Canada
, Members of Let’s Travel began the Canadian Rockies & Glacier National Park tour in Calgary, AB, Canada. The tour began on June 30 and ended July 6 and afforded the travelers many adventures. Each day began with breakfast at our host hotel and was followed by one adventure after another. The first group visit was to such a special center at “Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump.” The wonderful guide who explained the history of this area is a member of the Blackfoot tribe. He was such a wealth of information explaining the importance of the area and the responsibility of the men...
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