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Lake country sun
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Today 09:27 am)
For several days last week, the setting sun offer the lake country a colorful vision as its light played through the atmosphere. Those colorful sunsets also offered colorful moon rises last week.
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Today 09:27 am)
For several days last week, the setting sun offer the lake country a colorful vision as its light played through the atmosphere. Those colorful sunsets also offered colorful moon rises last week.
Lake country sun
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Today 09:27 am)
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For several days last week, the setting sun offer the lake country a colorful vision as its light played through the atmosphere. Those colorful sunsets also offered colorful moon rises last week.
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Today 09:27 am)
For several days last week, the setting sun offer the lake country a colorful vision as its light played through the atmosphere. Those colorful sunsets also offered colorful moon rises last week.
Riley arrested for killing exotics
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Today 09:26 am)
Monday, Stephen Riley, 39, of Olney was arrested by officers with the Palo Pinto County Sheriff’s Office for theft of exotic animals under $100,000, a state jail felony.
“He was arrested for shooting Jimmy Guest’s elk and deer,” said Sheriff Ira Mercer. “We ran a search warrant in Olney on the FLR Ranch. We are pretty pleased.”
Mercer said officers found two elk heads, two fallow deer heads and two stolen four-wheelers that had been taken in either Clay or Archer county.
Also taken into custody was Charles Brantley, who was taken to Clay County on a failure to appear, bond forfeiture, warrant, sources reported.
In November 2009, Guest reported that four of his animals had been killed and the heads taken. His ranch is located in southern Palo Pinto County north of Strawn. It seemed the case might never be solved – until this week.
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by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Today 09:26 am)
Monday, Stephen Riley, 39, of Olney was arrested by officers with the Palo Pinto County Sheriff’s Office for theft of exotic animals under $100,000, a state jail felony.
“He was arrested for shooting Jimmy Guest’s elk and deer,” said Sheriff Ira Mercer. “We ran a search warrant in Olney on the FLR Ranch. We are pretty pleased.”
Mercer said officers found two elk heads, two fallow deer heads and two stolen four-wheelers that had been taken in either Clay or Archer county.
Also taken into custody was Charles Brantley, who was taken to Clay County on a failure to appear, bond forfeiture, warrant, sources reported.
In November 2009, Guest reported that four of his animals had been killed and the heads taken. His ranch is located in southern Palo Pinto County north of Strawn. It seemed the case might never be solved – until this week.
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Harrison given 40 years in '93 case
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Today 09:25 am)
Jerry Don Harrison, 50, of Mineral Wells, was sentenced to 40 years in prison this week for aggravated sexual assault of a child after violating terms of his probation.
The offense occurred July 30, 1993.
“The statute of limitations is 10 years after the child turns 18,” said District Attorney Michael Burns.
The DA said Harrison was given deferred adjudication in exchange for a guilty plea on April 28, 2009.
As part of that plea, Harrison was required to meet a number of requirements.
“He neglected to perform well on community supervision,” Burns commented.
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by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Today 09:25 am)
Jerry Don Harrison, 50, of Mineral Wells, was sentenced to 40 years in prison this week for aggravated sexual assault of a child after violating terms of his probation.
The offense occurred July 30, 1993.
“The statute of limitations is 10 years after the child turns 18,” said District Attorney Michael Burns.
The DA said Harrison was given deferred adjudication in exchange for a guilty plea on April 28, 2009.
As part of that plea, Harrison was required to meet a number of requirements.
“He neglected to perform well on community supervision,” Burns commented.
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County agrees to reinstate funding
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Today 09:24 am)
Palo Pinto County commissioners reinstated some funding for county volunteer EMS departments Monday after hearing from representatives from three departments.
Foster Simmons, representing the Possum Kingdom West EMS department, told the court that funding cuts would cost his department nearly $10,000.
Commissioners cut $5,000 in funding plus reduced insurance coverage ($2,400 premium) by dropping collision and comprehensive coverage on ambulances more than five years old.
“You are proposing a 42 percent decrease,” Simmons said. “That’s a 55 to 60 percent overall cut in what I was going to use for patient care.”
He explained that after losing the $2,400 in insurance premiums, that money would have to come out of operating funds – a $4,800 hit plus the $5,000 cut in funding.
Precinct 4 Commissioner Ed Laney explained that the collision insurance was not for replacement of an ambulance, only for the depreciated value.
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by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Today 09:24 am)
Palo Pinto County commissioners reinstated some funding for county volunteer EMS departments Monday after hearing from representatives from three departments.
Foster Simmons, representing the Possum Kingdom West EMS department, told the court that funding cuts would cost his department nearly $10,000.
Commissioners cut $5,000 in funding plus reduced insurance coverage ($2,400 premium) by dropping collision and comprehensive coverage on ambulances more than five years old.
“You are proposing a 42 percent decrease,” Simmons said. “That’s a 55 to 60 percent overall cut in what I was going to use for patient care.”
He explained that after losing the $2,400 in insurance premiums, that money would have to come out of operating funds – a $4,800 hit plus the $5,000 cut in funding.
Precinct 4 Commissioner Ed Laney explained that the collision insurance was not for replacement of an ambulance, only for the depreciated value.
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Sports
All-American
(Posted Today 08:50 am)
Graford junior high’s Sierra Burkett, left, made junior high cheerleader and Sydney Wimberly made high school mascot for the All American Cheerleading squad at camp this summer.
(Posted Today 08:50 am)
Graford junior high’s Sierra Burkett, left, made junior high cheerleader and Sydney Wimberly made high school mascot for the All American Cheerleading squad at camp this summer.
Lady Rabbits fall in close match
by Michael Bussey
(Posted Today 08:48 am)
Graford's Sydney Wimberly sails the ball back to the Gold-Burg Lady Bears Friday night. The Lady Bears defeated the Lady Rabbits 3-2. The Graford Lady Rabbits were defeated 3-2 Friday by the Gold-Burg Lady Bears.
The Lady Rabbits started strong as they won the first game against the Lady Bears, 28-26. Robin McCauley and Ashley Hay were the leading servers, each scoring over five points. Graford nearly lost the game when Gold-Burg’s Emily Jackson scored a point taking the lead, 24-23. Jackson’s next serve was short and tied the scored 24-24 with Graford serving. The teams’ back and forth tied the score until Graford’s captain, Hayley Walker, stepped up and scored the final point, ending game one, 28-26, with Graford at 1-0.
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by Michael Bussey
(Posted Today 08:48 am)
Graford's Sydney Wimberly sails the ball back to the Gold-Burg Lady Bears Friday night. The Lady Bears defeated the Lady Rabbits 3-2. The Graford Lady Rabbits were defeated 3-2 Friday by the Gold-Burg Lady Bears.
The Lady Rabbits started strong as they won the first game against the Lady Bears, 28-26. Robin McCauley and Ashley Hay were the leading servers, each scoring over five points. Graford nearly lost the game when Gold-Burg’s Emily Jackson scored a point taking the lead, 24-23. Jackson’s next serve was short and tied the scored 24-24 with Graford serving. The teams’ back and forth tied the score until Graford’s captain, Hayley Walker, stepped up and scored the final point, ending game one, 28-26, with Graford at 1-0.
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Booster club seeks members
by Michael Bussey
(Posted Today 08:47 am)
The Graford Athletic Booster Club will host an ice-cream social and membership drive Tuesday evening after the Lady Rabbits’ volleyball game against Gorman in Graford.
“Our goal as a booster club is to support and raise funds for the athletic department and our athletes,” stated Lisa Pendergraft, president. “It’s important for us to show support for our students and we encourage all parents and fans to join.”
The cost to join is only $3 for individuals or $5 a couple. Membership requirements include help running the concession stands during home games, assisting with the annual athletic banquet and other fund-raising events during the year.
“We really would love to see parents from junior high on up join and support our players,” said Kirby Basham, athletic director.
The Lady Rabbits will play in Graford against Gorman at 5 p.m. When the game is over the event will begin.
by Michael Bussey
(Posted Today 08:47 am)
The Graford Athletic Booster Club will host an ice-cream social and membership drive Tuesday evening after the Lady Rabbits’ volleyball game against Gorman in Graford.
“Our goal as a booster club is to support and raise funds for the athletic department and our athletes,” stated Lisa Pendergraft, president. “It’s important for us to show support for our students and we encourage all parents and fans to join.”
The cost to join is only $3 for individuals or $5 a couple. Membership requirements include help running the concession stands during home games, assisting with the annual athletic banquet and other fund-raising events during the year.
“We really would love to see parents from junior high on up join and support our players,” said Kirby Basham, athletic director.
The Lady Rabbits will play in Graford against Gorman at 5 p.m. When the game is over the event will begin.
Santo wins big over Gateway
by Michael Bussey
(Posted Today 08:46 am)
The Santo Wildcats delivered a shut-out to the Gateway Gators of Dallas Friday night in Santo, 39-0.
The Wildcats started the night with Brandon Hailey scoring the first touchdown then running for the extra two points for an early 8-0 lead. Hailey went on to score two more touchdowns and an extra-point kick in the second quarter.
Zane Mauney threw a 54-yard touchdown pass to Aaron McKenon in the second quarter for a halftime score of 27-0.
Dayne Read and Colton Harris each scored a touchdown in the third quarter for a score of 39-0.
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by Michael Bussey
(Posted Today 08:46 am)
The Santo Wildcats delivered a shut-out to the Gateway Gators of Dallas Friday night in Santo, 39-0.
The Wildcats started the night with Brandon Hailey scoring the first touchdown then running for the extra two points for an early 8-0 lead. Hailey went on to score two more touchdowns and an extra-point kick in the second quarter.
Zane Mauney threw a 54-yard touchdown pass to Aaron McKenon in the second quarter for a halftime score of 27-0.
Dayne Read and Colton Harris each scored a touchdown in the third quarter for a score of 39-0.
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Strawn faces Valley in '09 rematch
by Sandra Miller
(Posted Today 08:45 am)
The Strawn Greyhounds take the field for the first game of 2010 against the Valley Patriots at the seventh annual Hico Six-Man Super Saturday. Leading the team, front left, are Aaron Doyle, far left, Shea Caudle, Bobby Wells, Josh Regino, Zack Hetrick, Marty Berumen, Luis Berumen and Dempsey Dorris. The seventh annual Six Man Super Saturday held in Hico last weekend saw the 2009 Division I state runner-up Strawn Greyhounds in a Hico re-match with the Valley Patriots.
The Patriots were the only loss on Strawn’s way to a possible back-to-back state championship title that ended in Abilene with a loss to Garden City 122-88.
Strawn head coach Dewaine Lee has a history with the Patriots’ Bret Tyler, all games ending in favor of Tyler.
The Patriots’ defense kept pressure on Strawn quarterback Parker Purvis throughout the game. The Patriots scored first after a turnover by Strawn. The quarter ended with Valley up 22-6. Aaron Doyle opened the second quarter with a 14-yard touchdown for Strawn.
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by Sandra Miller
(Posted Today 08:45 am)
The Strawn Greyhounds take the field for the first game of 2010 against the Valley Patriots at the seventh annual Hico Six-Man Super Saturday. Leading the team, front left, are Aaron Doyle, far left, Shea Caudle, Bobby Wells, Josh Regino, Zack Hetrick, Marty Berumen, Luis Berumen and Dempsey Dorris. The seventh annual Six Man Super Saturday held in Hico last weekend saw the 2009 Division I state runner-up Strawn Greyhounds in a Hico re-match with the Valley Patriots.
The Patriots were the only loss on Strawn’s way to a possible back-to-back state championship title that ended in Abilene with a loss to Garden City 122-88.
Strawn head coach Dewaine Lee has a history with the Patriots’ Bret Tyler, all games ending in favor of Tyler.
The Patriots’ defense kept pressure on Strawn quarterback Parker Purvis throughout the game. The Patriots scored first after a turnover by Strawn. The quarter ended with Valley up 22-6. Aaron Doyle opened the second quarter with a 14-yard touchdown for Strawn.
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Death Notices
Damion Pigg
(Posted 8/9/2010 04:04 pm)
Damion Pigg died Wednesday, Aug. 04, 2010, in Fort Worth.
A service will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10, at Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Palo Pinto County.
(Posted 8/9/2010 04:04 pm)
Damion Pigg died Wednesday, Aug. 04, 2010, in Fort Worth.
A service will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10, at Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Palo Pinto County.
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