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The Lindale News & Times “Your Hometown Newspaper Since 1900” Thursday, September 24, 2020 Vol. 121, No. 39 1 Section, 8 pages 50¢ Lindale vs. Mabank 7:30 p.m. Friday @ Eagle Stadium Eagles lose close one to Gilmer; host Mabank in 9-4A district opener By Terry Cannon Editor Lindale Head Coach Chris Cochran is a firm believer that there are no such things as “moral’’ victories, especially after suffering a disap- pointing 56-49 loss to the Gilmer Buckeyes this past Friday in Gilmer. “One of the things our coaches are always stressing with our players is we never approach a game just to ‘play with them,’ ’’ he said. “That is not our goal when we step on that field. “I believe we are ready to take that next step and if we want to make noise and be one of the top programs in the state, we have to be able to go into another team’s place and beat them.’’ Specifically, Cochran said, teams such as Midlothian Heritage (ranked No. 9 in the state) and Gilmer (No. 5 in the state’s 4A Div. II rankings). “We’re close, but we are tired of being close,’’ he said of his 2-2 team. Against the Buckeyes, Lindale raced to a 35-14 lead by the half and looked to be in complete control. But in the third period, mistakes proved to be the undoing for the Eagles allowing the Buckeyes to escape with the win. “In the first half, we were whipping them,’’ said Cochran. “But in the third period, all we needed to do was make a play or two and I believe we could have held on.’’ The Buckeyes took the opening possession and marched 75 yards to take an 8-0 lead at the 8:18 mark of the first period. But Lindale stormed back with three scores from Jordan Jenkins (who finished with 22 carries for 212 yards and another TD) to build a 28-8 advantage at the end of the quarter. Daniel Franke scored the first Lindale touchdown on a short pass from quarterback Sam Peterson. Lindale defenders Jaret Allen (24) and Omar Webber (42) bring down a Gilmer runner this past Friday in the Eagles’ Defensively, the Eagles were on top of their game as well with Jay- loss to the Buckeyes in Gilmer. Photo by Terry Cannon Continued on Page 8 Lambert wins Music Event of Year during ACM ceremony Lindale’s Miranda Lambert Luke Combs “What You See Is What You Get” Luke brought home the top prize for Eric Church Combs — winner Thomas Rhett — winner (tie) “Wildcard” Miranda Lambert Music Event of the Year during Carrie Underwood — winner (tie) SINGLE OF THE YEAR th the 55 annual Academy of Coun- FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR “God’s Country” Blake Shelton — winner try Music Awards held this past Kelsea Ballerini “One Man Band” Old Dominion week in Nashville. Miranda Lambert “Rainbow” Kacey Musgraves Maren Morris — winner “Rumor” Lee Brice The hometown superstar was Kacey Musgraves “What If I Never Get Over You” Lady A also nominated for Female Artist Carrie Underwood SONG OF THE YEAR of the Year and Album of the Year MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR “God’s Country” Blake Shelton (written for “Wildcard.’’ Dierks Bentley by Devin Dawson, Michael Hardy, Jordan Luke Combs — winner Schmidt) Lambert also performed her Thomas Rhett “One Man Band” Old Dominion (written by recent No. 1 single “Bluebird’’ Chris Stapleton Matthew Ramsey, Trevor Rosen, Brad Tursi, from the historic Bluebird Café in Keith Urban Josh Osborne) — winner Nashville. She was accompanied DUO OF THE YEAR “10,000 Hours” Dan + Shay feat. Justin Brooks & Dunn Bieber (written Dan Smyers, Shay Mooney, by songwriters Luke Dick and Brothers Osborne Justin Bieber, Jason “Poo Bear” Boyd, Jessie Natalie Hemby, who were also Dan + Shay — winner Jo Dillon, Jordan Reynolds) nominated for Group of the Year Florida Georgia Line “Girl Goin’ Nowhere” Ashley McBryde (writ- as part of the Highwomen. Maddie & Tae ten by McBryde and Jeremy Bussey) GROUP OF THE YEAR “Some Of It” Eric Church (written by Church, Due to restrictions made neces- Lady A Clint Daniels, Jeff Hyde, Bobby Pinson) sary by the COVID-19 pandemic, Little Big Town VIDEO OF THE YEAR performances were spread out Midland “God’s Country” Blake Shelton across a variety of venues in Old Dominion — winner “One Man Band” Old Dominion The Highwomen “10,000 Hours” Dan + Shay feat. Justin Ex-jail employee from Lindale Nashville. In addition to the NEW FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR Bieber Bluebird, singers performed from Ingrid Andress “Remember You Young” Thomas Rhett the Grand Ole Opry and Ryman Gabby Barrett — winner Auditorium. Lindsay Ell “Sugar Coat” Little Big Town arrested on civil rights charges Caylee Hammack MUSIC EVENT OF THE YEAR This year’s awards event will Tenille Townes — winner “10,000 Hours” Dan + Shay feat. Justin A former Smith County jail detention officer, District Judge Jack Skeen. The charge is a felony. be remembered for the oddity of NEW MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR Bieber having Carrie Underwood and Jordan Davis “Dive Bar” Garth Brooks feat. Blake Shelton Amanda Gayle Megrail, 25, of Lindale, turned herself “The conduct exhibited by this former Smith Thomas Rhett sharing the Enter- Russell Dickerson “Fooled Around and Fell in Love” Miranda in Friday, Sept. 18, to Smith County Sheriff’s Office County Sheriff’s Office employee is unconscio- Riley Green — winner Lambert feat. Maren Morris, Ashley McBryde, authorities and has been charged with violation of the nable,’’ said County Sheriff Larry Smith. “We tainer of the Year award. Cody Johnson Tenille Townes, Caylee Hammack and Elle th civil rights of a person in custody, said spokesman have always held our employees to a higher Winners, nominees the 55 an- Morgan Wallen King — winner nual Academy of Country Music ALBUM OF THE YEAR “Old Town Road” Lil Nas X feat. Billy Ray Larry Christian. standard and will continue to do so. Conduct Awards: (winners are in italics) “Center Point Road” Thomas Rhett Cyrus She was terminated on that same day, Christian said. such as this will not be tolerated. The rule of law ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR “Girl” Maren Morris “What Happens in a Small Town” Brantley Megrail was jailed on a $50,000 bond set by 241st applies to everyone.’’ Luke Bryan “Heartache Medication” Jon Pardi Gilbert feat. 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Bardwell Now she is in rehab and recovering nicely. Daughter-in-heart is a hospitalist with a heavy case load and a much clearer understanding of the dangers of COVID-19 than the typical Get your flu shot, governor says Facebook expert. So all I am going to say is, wear a flipping mask him pales in light of his service. While scientists race to develop a COVID-19 vaccine, Texas Gov. and keep your hands clean. I have personally known three people who The staff at Christus GSMC is phenomenal almost to a person Greg Abbott is urging everyone to get a flu shot. have died from it. And do NOT give me that “underlying condition” whether they are delivering meals, cleaning, nursing or in transport. Texans need to do their part to keep moving forward the state’s garbage. People live a LONG time with underlying conditions when Gifted orthopedic surgeon Dr. Littlejohn ain’t no slouch either. The recovery from the pandemic, the governor said. Last week, he also not exposed to DEADLY viruses. Christus spiritual support is not surprising, but it most certainly is eased restrictions placed on businesses in most of Texas. On Saturday our son went to California for a 2-to-3 week fire as- uplifting. In a new public service announcement, Abbott reminded Texans signment. He will be managing helitack (helicopter) aviation on one And, I know with every fiber of my being that hot, hot baths are that flu season already has arrived. Getting a flu shot is especially of the big fires. This is his calling and he is passionate about what he never ever to be taken for granted…especially after five days. I truly important this season to help keep hospitalizations down during the does, just as his precious wife is called to a medical career, just as I am thankful for the gift of hot water and my spa tub. state’s ongoing response to COVID-19, he said. was called to teach and my sweetheart to journalism. Callings drive Finally, I am homesick for black dirt, front porches and coffee, cattle “I got mine today,” Abbot said. “I can tell you it is the best way to us.