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AL CAMPBELL Domino mayor arrested

By Lacy Gross City of Domino Mayor Al Campbell was arrested Nov. 18 for alleged Abuse of Official Capacity and Unlawful Use of Funds for Political Advertising. An investigation of a politically charged newsletter authored by Camp- bell and mailed to the city’s water cus- tomers in early September was initiated by the Cass County District Attorney’s The Office and facilitated by the Texas De- partment of Public Safety-Texas Rang- ers. of According to a probable cause affi- davit, on or about Sept. 10, 2020, an investigation of Campbell began upon the request of the Cass County District Attorney’s Office. The Cass County District Attor- ney’s Office received information that Campbell mailed a letter to the citizens Photo by Kate Stow See MAYOR page 5 Jaci Sullivan visits with Santa at CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital - Atlanta and Genesis PrimeCare Ellington Memorial Clinic’s “Cruise through Christmas”. See story and more photos on page 15.

Christmas festivities bring joy to locals Story and Photos by Kate Stow The eighth annual Hometown Christmas Celebration was held Saturday night in Atlanta. The event, sponsored by the Atlanta Area Young Professionals Association, began at 4 p.m. and took place all over downtown. Happening at the same time was the Local Makers Market at Woods Park on Hiram Street. Crafters, vendors, chefs and builders set up their booths and sold their wares to a record crowd. Everything from windchimes made of silverware, paintings, repurposed furniture, art, pottery and food were available. Some vendors even sold out of items before the night was over. Downtown businesses and members of the Atlanta Mer-chants Association kept their doors open late to accommodate the shopping crowd. Some of the shops offered refreshments and Christmas specials. Santa Claus sent his helper, Steve Mitchell of Texarkana, to make an appearance at Atlanta Floral on Main Street, sitting inside the window. A bench was set against the glass so children could have their picture made with him for the health safety of all. Snow machines were located at several loca- tions and kids could be seen throwing snow- balls in the not-quite-freezing temperatures. Treats could be found at several shops, a candy cart on Hiram Street, and at the Makers Mar- ket at Woods Park. See FESTIVITIES page 15

Obituaries JOURNAL-SUN JOURNAL-SUN $1.00 Cassandra Kolodzik 306 W. Main St • Atlanta, TX 75551 Gary Pickett Hours: M-Th 8:30-5; F 8:30-4 903 796 7133 [email protected] PAGE 11 SEE DONORS PAGE 3 2 – Journal-Sun Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Wolfe leaves Chamber By Shawn Larson Kendell Wolfe announced that Friday, December 11 was his last day as the Communications Manager for the Atlanta Area Chamber of Commerce. “The chamber of commerce has been a great place to work and it has truly been a bless- ing working with all of you,” said Wolfe. Wolfe went on to say that starting the 14th he will be back full-time as an insurance agent, Kendell Wolfe Insurance Agency, LLC. “I wish Kendell the best in all his future ventures, and I know I’ll still see him in the mix around town,” said Mi- randa Johnson, President of the Atlanta Chamber of Com- merce in response to Wolfe leaving. Wolfe can be reached at [email protected] or by USPS, PO Box 191, Atlanta, Texas 75551.

Manhunt ends in The band in death of suspect blue gets a By Lacy Gross royal send off A manhunt in Eastern Cass County, Wednesday, Dec. 9, for the suspect wanted for questioning in relation to several The Roaring Band from burglaries, ended in the shooting death of the suspect by Tigerland set off for the law enforcement officers. legendary home of the Eric Drake Feenstra, a 47-year-old white male who had Alamo on Saturday. ties to both San Antonio and Rockwall and wanted on a pa- Packed and ready role warrant, was at the center of a multi-agency manhunt to go, the students loaded onto charter that ended in his death. busses courtesy of the The Cass County Sheriff’s Office along with several administration and band law-enforcement agencies began searching, Dec. 9, for a boosters and were suspect who was wanted for questioning in relation to sev- roaring and ready to eral burglaries in the Huffines community around 4:00 p.m. rock the roof off of the According to a press release from the Cass County Dis- Alamodome at the UIL trict Attorney’ Office, Thursday, Dec. 10, Feenstra was State Marching Band believed to be armed and dangerous as several witnesses Championship. The indicated the suspect was armed with a gun. Preliminary competition, held on Monday, Dec. 14, will be information indicated the suspect was located at a resi- a historic event for the dence after which he fled into a wooded area on foot. band as no one is aware “During the night and early morning hours, multiple of the band ever going shots were fired at law enforcement officers”, according to to state. With busses the press release, “Two additional warrants were obtained loaded, the students for the subject for aggravated assault-deadly weapon on a were given a police public servant, a first-degree felony.” escort from the parking “The suspect was found in a small maintenance shop and lot of the high school refused to surrender. During negotiations, the individual and cheered on by all of their biggest fans. A presented a weapon and was shot by law enforcement. The sensational send off to suspect died at the scene”, according to the press release. an extraordinary event No officers or civilians were injured. that the students and The Cass County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Texas their band director, Ron Department of Public Safety – Highway Patrol, Texas Rang- Williams, will surely never ers, Texas Department of Public Safety Aircraft, Queen City forget. Police Department, Atlanta Police Department, Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Wardens, their Rural Operations Group Team, Members of the US Marshall’s Joint East Texas Fu- gitive Task Force who included members from the Texas Attorney General’s Office and Smith County Probation Department, Investigators for the District Attorney’s Office and the Telford Unit Canine Department. Courtesy photos A formal investigation is being conducted by the Texas Rangers, and no additional information is available at this On Saturday, December time. 19 Santa will be back at Potato Patch from

11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.! People from the community are invited to bring their children and take photos with the man himself! They will have refreshments and hot cocoa! Ac- cording to Kayla Hill the Manager, “This is our 3rd year to host Santa. Not only do kids enjoy it, but also the adults join in with taking photos with Santa. It’s just an overall fun-filled day with the people in our commu- nity. We look forward to seeing everyone on Sat- Eric Drake Feenstra, a 47-year-old white male who urday, and on behalf of had ties to both San Antonio and Rockwall and all of us at Potato Patch, wanted on a parole warrant, was at the center of a Merry Christmas!” multi-agency manhunt that ended in his death. Wednesday, December 16, 2020 Journal-Sun – 3

Cass County Treasurer announces early retirement Christmas at the Park By Lacy Gross Cass County Treasurer Donna Early announced to the Commissioners’ Court her plan for early retire- ment during its regular ses- sion Tuesday, Dec. 8. Citing her weeks-long battle last month with COVID-19 and the severity of her symp- toms, Early, an elected offi- cial, said she would retire ef- fective Jan. 31, 2021—nearly two years before her term expires. “Having COVID-19 and being so sick for longer than expected, made me realize that I am ready to retire”, Early said, “Therefore, I am retiring as Cass County Treasurer ef- fective Jan. 31, 2021.” Journal-Sun Photo Early told the court that although she enjoys her position Atlanta State Park will be celebrating their 11th Annual Christmas in the Park. They do not have any spots left as treasurer, she wants to spend more time with her family, to camp but they invite visitors to join them for a drive-thru to look at all the beautiful Christmas decorations volunteer and travel. with the participation of the park guests. Santa, Mrs. Claus, The Grinch and Smokey Bear will be here to wel- “No one knows what the Lord has in mind for our future”, come people to the park for free. This year the event will be on December 18 and 19 from dark to 9:00 p.m. Early said, “It has been my honor and privilege to serve the Commissioners’ Court, county employees and citizens of Cass County for the past ten years as County Treasurer, as well as, working as a county employee for six years prior to being elected.” Queen City prepares to adopt Early’s replacement for the remainder of her term will be decided by the Cass County Commissioners’ Court, but ac- cording to Cass County Judge Becky Wilbanks, a specific alcohol zoning ordinance process to fill the position has not yet been determined. By Lacy Gross There were no com- sales and restrict liquor city limits. “Obviously, this is a very important position that must be Queen City coun- ments from the public on sales to EDC property. Beer, wine and liquor filled as soon as possible but it is equally important that the cilmembers assembled the proposal which will be For beer and wine sales, sales are restricted to 300 Court be extremely thorough and prudent in selecting an Dec. 10 for a public hear- approved at next month’s Loop 236 would be zoned feet on either side of Hwy interim replacement”, Wilbanks wrote. ing regarding the Queen meeting. entirely as commercial 96 to County Barn Road Early, a Linden native who graduated high school from City Planning and Zoning The proposed rezoning from North Hwy 59 access and FM 2791 to Corvette Linden-Kildare and received her bachelor’s degree from Committee’s proposed res- ordinance includes seven to South Hwy 59 access Lane within the city limits. East Texas State University in Texarkana, has two children idential and commercial resolutions that designate and 600 feet on either side The city council will re- with her husband, Joe, five grandchildren and two great rezoning ordinance as it certain areas within the of Hwy 59 would be desig- convene Thursday, Jan. 21 grandchildren. pertains to liquor, beer and city’s limits as commercial nated commercial running to vote on the proposed re- Elected in 2011, Early has held the office for 10 years. wine sales. property for beer and wine north and south within the zoning ordinance. “Donna has been an outstanding public servant to Cass County. She has been meticulous in not only the financial aspects of her position but also as HR director. Both of these responsibilities are quite challenging and demanding Could your local teacher use an assist? and she has carried each of them with extreme competency and proficiency”, Wilbanks wrote, “Not only has she been It will be a happy new year for 40 Texas teachers! an asset to Cass County but also the State. She has served Whether in the class- The program launches on even more creativity than and 59,000 employees serve on many boards and committees and as an officer for the room or working virtually, January 11, 2021 at 4 PM usual,” said Annette Marti- approximately 84 million Treasurer’s Association of Texas. Her leadership role has teachers are being asked to (local time) and concludes nez, State Farm Senior Vice policies and accounts – over been felt throughout our great State.” come up with innovative when up to 200 submissions President. “We are proud to 81 million auto, fire, life, methods for helping their are reached or January 15 offer a program that helps health and commercial pol- students learn. To celebrate at 11:59 PM. Teachers can them reach their goals for icies and over two million Cass County CPS Board and reward Texas teachers prepare now by going to their students.” bank and investment plan- who are developing new the website to download the We ask everyone to share ning services accounts. Christmas Fund Drive and original approaches to rules and get their answers this opportunity with Tex- Commercial auto insur- teaching during the pan- ready for the entry form. as teachers. For additional ance, along with coverage TOTAL CONTRIBUTIONS RECEIVED - $6,070 demic, State Farm is here The winning teachers will details, visit State Farm ® for renters, business own- DONORS to assist! Teachers in Texas be announced the week of Teacher Assist ers, boats and motorcycles, Linden Chapter 576 Order of the Eastern Star Anonymous #1 are invited to submit their Feb. 1, 2021 on State Farm ® About State Farm®: is available. State Farm Mu- Cass County Bank innovative teaching ideas. Teacher Assist. The mission of State Farm tual Automobile Insurance Robert Nasits State Farm ® Teacher Assist The teacher’s school will is to help people manage the Company is the parent of the Jerry and Cheryl Richardson and RVOS Farm Mutual Ins. Co. will accept two hundred receive the $2,500 grant for risks of everyday life, recov- State Farm family of compa- Anonymous #2 submissions and 40 will be the teacher to implement er from the unexpected, and nies. State Farm is ranked Texas T Paint & Body Atlanta Air selected as grant recipients. their ideas. realize their dreams. State No. 36 on the 2020 Fortune Ware Plumbing Each teacher who is selected “Teachers innovate on a Farm and its affiliates are the 500 list of largest companies. Stanco Manufacturing will receive a $2,500 grant to daily basis to overcome chal- largest providers of auto and For more information, Hanner Funeral Service implement or support their lenges in their classrooms home insurance in the Unit- please visit http://www. Jeff Peace Financial creative projects. and this year has required ed States. Its 19,200 agents statefarm.com. David Robison The Ark Vetarinary Hospital Clements Construction and Realty Randy Whatley Autumn Walker dba Top Flight Custom Designs shop local Travis and Billie Partain Kenn’s Select Autos Ward Timber Howard and Jan Carney Danny Addington, D.D.S. Cecelia Koehler Anonymous #3 Bill Griffin BMC Industry Calvary Tabernacle Randy and Kay Partee Highway District 19 Employees Credit Union Giesler Family Dentistry Martha Huddleston Max abd Kathryn Murdock Jim Davenport John and Latricia Kennedy Jerry and Eileen Collins Robert Tripp Phil and Margaret Parker W. E. Moore, Jr. Ray and Rita Gooch Tour De Wildflower Trails Topp Hat’s Kickin’ Chicken Richardson “No Bull” Insurance Julie Braddock Pamela C. Smith Wells Fargo Bank Employees Donald Dowd Cass County Conservative Women Dr. and Mrs. Randal Cox The Med Shop Pharmacy off Hughes Springs FREE COVID TESTING Through the end of the year, free testing will be offered Monday- Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Texarkana- Bowie County Family Health Center at 902 W. 12th Street, Texarkana, TX 75501. There are no requirements for testing (residency included), oral swab with results in 48-96 hours, and pre-registration available at www.gogettested.com 4 | OPINIONS Wednesday, December 16, 2020

LEDC Update by Christophe Trahan

After unfortunately hav- ple that we had through ing to cancel on December those food lines saw what 4th, we were able to have I saw from the other side yet another of our Farmers of their car windows. I to Families food drives last saw neighbors helping Friday. In just a few hours, neighbors, Lindenintes our team of volunteers helping strangers, and an Linden is off to a good start in December! We would managed to distribute 725 entire community com- really like for people to shop local, remember your patron- boxes of food and an equal ing together in the mid- age allows our local shops to expand their goods and meet number of gallons of milk dle of year full of strife your needs. We have great shops along with Dollar General to local households! It was a and madness to work to- and Family Dollar we have a broad market to choose from. cool day, but the sun was shining and the work got done! gether for the greater good. Don’t forget Trico and Jerry Berry for those gifts for the Since we started this program in July, our volunteer As of now, it’s uncertain if we’ll have any more of these handy people in your life. teams have managed to give out 13,877 boxes of food and food drives, but I know that if we do, those same groups of Our park is looking great and downtown is shining bright 4500 gallons of milk. Having worked all of these numerous people will come together to pull them off, and I know in so come out and see them! The tennis court remodel will food drives, I have to say that they have been nothing short my heart that if Linden were to tackle each and every one finish up and we should be ready for years to come. of a testament to the strength and generosity that Linden of its problems with that same quality of teamwork, then Our garbage service has been allowing us to keep roll offs can bring out in its people! nothing in this world could hold us back. in the yard. If you bring large items it is your responsibil- The whole program—while extremely valuable to our If you didn’t get to work any of these food drives as a ity to put them in the roll-offs. Not just near them on the community and those that surround us—hasn’t always volunteer, then firstly I feel sorry that you didn’t get to ex- ground. Linden is cleaning up and I like what I am seeing. been easy to pull off. Behind the scenes, there have been perience the same excellent team of people and fulfilling Please use caution this holiday season, drinking and several difficulties involving the drop off times of the food, sense of pride that came with the work. However, these driving cost us all. Get a ride from parties or gatherings if the traffic route of the lines, and even just the standard food drives are not your only chance to get involved and you have been drinking! We need you here with us! bickering you’ll have when groups of people get together. make a real difference for the city of Linden! The Linden Enjoy the Christmas events and don’t forget our local However, despite hardship and hard-headedness (of Garden Club, Linden Lion’s Club, Linden-area Chamber of shops! which I myself am guilty of more often than I’m proud to Commerce, Linden Pride, and Linden Together are all ex- admit), each and every time, we banded together and got cellent community organizations that are constantly seek- the job done and that is the most important thing at the ing volunteers. end of the day. Get involved, make a difference, and make your commu- I hope that every single one of the thousands of peo- nity a greater place to live! Supreme Court rejects More than 180 years after his death, the mention of Jim Bow- ie still stirs the imagination of admirers around the world. But Bowie was more than just the knife or the battle at the Alamo. Overall, it was a remarkable and colorful life of adventure. Texas AG’s lawsuit James Bowie was born in 1796 in rural southwestern Ken- tucky. He was one of ten children. When he was four, the fam- The U.S. Supreme Court tion and administration.” ily moved to Missouri before moving to Louisiana two years refused to hear a lawsuit later. Along the way, all the Bowie children worked hard to filed by Texas Attorney COVID black market build and run the family farms. As little formal education was General Ken Paxton chal- Federal agents seized available, they were taught at home. Bowie was very adept at lenging the results of the more than 100,000 coun- languages and learned to read and write in Spanish and French. presidential election. terfeit N95 surgical masks He volunteered for service late in the War of 1812 but saw no President Donald Trump being stored in an El Paso combat. After the war, he and his brother Rezin Bowie bought and 17 Republican attor- warehouse. several farms and plantations in both Louisiana and Arkansas neys generals had joined the lawsuit, which asked the Su- The fake masks, likely made in China, were headed to Territory, hoping to turn healthy profits from real estate. He preme Court to toss out the elections in Georgia, Michi- a hospital on the East Coast, officials said. The raid was also sold slaves through work with pirate Jean Lafitte and often gan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. The lawsuit claimed the conducted by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforce- borrowed money from Lafitte to pay for his land speculation. states “exploited the COVID-19 pandemic to justify ignor- ment’s Homeland Security Investigations and U.S. Customs He had several run-ins with the law. Bowie participated in ing federal and state election laws and unlawfully enacting and Border Protection. the Long Expedition of 1819 in which James Long led a group last-minute changes, thus skewing the results of the 2020 ICE launched Operation Stolen Promise in April to pro- into Texas in an attempt to wrest it away from Spanish author- General Election.” tect U.S. consumers from fraud and other crime stemming ities and into American hands. In the late 1820s, Arkansas Texas Democrats accused Paxton of filing the lawsuit to from the pandemic. authorities charged him and his brother with fraud, claiming distract voters from his own legal problems. More than 100 The federal agency warns “that high public demand for the Spanish land titles they had sold were forgeries. However, Republican members of Congress signed an amicus brief access to vaccines and treatments will lead to illegal at- all the alleged evidence disappeared from the courts. Bowie’s supporting the Texas lawsuit. tempts to introduce counterfeit versions of these items into duel with Rapides Parish Sheriff Norris Wright became leg- Sen. John Cornyn, the senior Texas Republican, did not. U.S. and global marketplaces.” In response, Homeland Se- endary. After a series of fights and arguments, the two fought He told CNN that “I frankly struggle to understand the le- curity has started Operation Stolen Promise 2.0, which fo- in a duel in 1827 later known as the Sandbar Fight. Bowie, gal theory of it. No. 1, why would a state, even such a great cuses on this emerging public health threat. shot and stabbed himself, killed Wright with the famous knife state as Texas, have a say-so on how other states administer Officials urged the public to report suspected fraud given to him by his brother. Rezin Bowie claimed to have their elections? We have a diffused and dispersed system involving counterfeit vaccines and treatments to covid- made the firstBowie Knife in the 1820s, giving it to his brother and even though we might not like it, they may think it’s [email protected]. for protection. unfair, those are decided at the state and local level and not Bowie moved to Texas in 1830. His first years in Texas were at the national level.” Fewer surprises happy and successful. In 1831, he married the 19-year-old Texans’ complaints about surprise medical bills are down daughter of the provincial vice-governor, and the two quickly Shining less bright 96% through the first 10 months of the year, according to a had two children. Tragically, his wife, children, and in-laws The Texas Education Agency partially extinguished STA- new report from the Texas Department of Insurance. all died in a cholera epidemic in 1833. In his grief, he began AR for this school year because of the pandemic. In 2019, the Texas Legislature enacted a law to address drinking heavily. His health declined, and his anger at actions The agency said the A-F ratings would be paused for the problem of surprise medical billing. The law removed of the faltering Mexican government increased. 2020-21 school year because of the disruptions to learning. consumers who have state-regulated plans, making up In 1835, Bowie participated in a number of battles with Students still will take the STAAR test to provide informa- about 20 percent of residents, from billing disputes between Mexican troops. When word arrived in January 1836 that tion about individual learning. health care providers and insurance plans. The protections thousands of troops under Gen. Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna “The last nine months have been some of the most dis- took effect in January. were approaching San Antonio, Bowie headed to the city with ruptive of our lives. The challenges have been especially An agency spokesman provided highlights of the report: 40 volunteers to the stronghold of the Alamo, an old mission pronounced for our parents, teachers and students,” Texas In the 10 months, the state agency received 37 consum- in the city. Education Commissioner Mike Morath said in a statement. er complaints about such medical bills. That compares to Gen. Sam Houston had ordered that the Alamo be aban- “We continue to prioritize the health and safety of students, 854 such complaints received from January through Octo- doned, believing that the mission could not be defended and teachers and staff in our schools this year while working to ber 2019. Most of the 2020 complaints involved confusion that the troops could be better used elsewhere. Instead, the ensure students grow academically.” about coinsurance amounts or concerned health plans not 188 defenders under Bowie and William Travis chose to stay The Texas State Teachers Association, which has opposed regulated by the agency. and fight. Bowie was in command when Santa Anna arrived the standardized testing, said the TEA’s decision didn’t go The new law enables providers and plans to resolve bill- and the siege began February 24. However, Bowie collapsed far enough. ing disputes through arbitration and mediation. The state with an unidentified illness and was confined to bed during “Teachers already can tell parents how their children agency, which helps carry out the law, established an online the fighting. After days of intense battles, the Alamo fell on have been performing during this school year,” the teachers portal to enter the system and built a list of certified arbi- March 6. union said in a statement. “All the STAAR test will do is trators and mediators. Several different versions have circulated about the final what it always has done: Measure a student’s ability to take hours of Bowie. Some suggested he was killed by Mexican a test. And it will force teachers, who already are working Chris Cobler is a board member and past president of the troops on his cot in his quarters after the fall of the Alamo. long hours adapting lesson plans for virtual and in‐person Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas. He welcomes One story suggested that he died of natural causes as the battle instruction, to waste invaluable time on STAAR prepara- email at [email protected]. raged. Another version insisted that Bowie had been propped up on his cot, with his pistols in his hand, when his body was discovered. Regardless of the final circumstances of his death, Bowie, in spite of his critical illness, decided to stay with his men in the defense of the Alamo to the very end. After his death, Bowie became a larger-than-life icon of SUBSCRIBE TODAY! Texas and the American frontier. The Bowie Knife became an indispensible part of American folklore. His story has been recounted numerous times in movies and television shows. 903.796.7133 Several communities named schools after him. Bowie County in the northeast corner of the state was named for him in 1840, and the small city of Bowie in Montague County was named for him in 1881.

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Vaccine arrives in Texas By Lacy Gross data and to simplify the lay- According to the Tex- out to improve functional- as Department of State ity. Health Services (DSHS) as DSHS is adding case of Monday, Dec. 14, reports counts for probable cases 1,328,213 confirmed cases statewide and by county. with 6,479 new cases, 111 COVID-19 Update Probable cases are those newly reported fatalities. identified through antigen Cass County has a total allocated 224,250 doses of testing or a combination of of 813 confirmed cases, 87 vaccine to be shipped to 110 symptoms and a known ex- active cases and 41 fatalities. providers across the state in posure without a more likely There have been 1,044 re- Week 1 of distribution. The diagnosis. Reporting prob- coveries. focus is on facilities that in- able cases allows Texans to Bowie County has a total dicated they will vaccinate see a more complete picture of 2679 confirmed cases, 504 at least 975 front-line health of how COVID-19 is affect- active cases and 111 fatali- care workers since that is ing Texas since both con- ties. There have been 2,862 the minimum order for the firmed and probable cases recoveries. Pfizer vaccine. Adding the represent active infections. Morris County has a total Moderna vaccine next week, For that reason, they will be of 302 confirmed cases, 26 available in batches of 100 included in the estimates of active cases and eight fatal- doses, will result in more active and recovered cases. ities. There have been 386 vaccine being available for In addition to the prob- recoveries. many more providers across able case counts, DSHS is Marion County has a total the state. The full list of the adding a positivity rate for of 191 confirmed cases, 16 facilities receiving vaccine in antigen tests. This positivity active cases and 17 fatalities. Week 1 is available at Week rate, based on when people There have been 196 recov- 1 COVID-19 Vaccine Allo- were tested, aligns with the eries. cation . most reliable positivity rate COVID-19 vaccine arrives Receiving the COVID-19 for molecular tests. These in Texas vaccine is voluntary. Front- positivity rates, which show The first shipments ofline health care workers and the percentage of tests tak- COVID-19 vaccine have residents of long-term care en in a given period that been delivered in Texas. facilities are the first groups are positive, provide a con- Four sites received 19,500 to be vaccinated, and the sistent view of the severity doses of the Pfizer vaccine Expert Vaccine Allocation of the pandemic over time Monday morning. An ad- Panel will make recommen- because they most closely ditional 19 sites will receive dations about subsequent reflect the conditions when 75,075 doses on Tuesday . groups. It will take a matter people were tested. “Seeing the first doses of of months to manufacture The configuration of the vaccine arrive in Texas is an and distribute enough vac- dashboard will change to Courtesy photo important milestone signal- cine for everyone who wants improve performance. Some Sock donation was a success ing that a return to our way to be vaccinated. Until then, tabs will be combined, and of life is within sight,” said people should continue to users will be able to tog- It takes a village, or in this case, a community, to reach out to the homeless in Dr. John Hellerstedt, DSHS prevent transmission of gle between confirmed and these cold and Covid times. Thanks to the generosity of the Amity Study Club Commissioner. “We cannot COVID-19 by wearing a probable cases, fatalities, members and the residents of the Atlanta community, Cody Howard will be able stop short of the finish line. mask and maintaining a so- and active and recovered es- to provide warmth to homeless individuals who are in need this winter. This is a This hope should lift our cial distance while around timates by county on a single real reason for the season. Merry Christmas. Pictured are left to right: Howard, Director of Mission Texarkana and Teri Lovely, President of Amity Study Club of spirits and strengthen our people they don’t live with, tab. Case and fatality demo- Atlanta. resolve to do what must be staying home when possible, graphics will also be consol- done to end the pandemic.” and washing their hands fre- idated onto one tab. The Pfizer vaccine began quently. The dashboard is updated shipping over the weekend On Dec. 11, DSHS an- daily at 4 p.m. Visit https:// following an emergency nounced that it has updated txdshs.maps.arcgis.com/ use authorization issued the COVID-19 data dash- apps/opsdashboard for the Friday by the Food and board to include additional latest information. Drug Administration. FDA scientists determined that the known benefits of the vaccine for people 16 and B.B. BOON older outweigh its risks. A INSURANCE AGENCY second vaccine, manufac- tured by Moderna, is under Frank Lanier, Owner consideration by the FDA 110 E. Rush Street and could be authorized late Linden, Texas this week. Additional shipments are expected to occur later this week. In all, Texas was

This week’s speaker at Atlanta Lions Club was Ei- EAST TEXAS REALTY leen Collins of the Piney Woods Republican Wom- FRANK LANIER en’s Club. She explained the election process for Cass County and the State of Texas. Pictured 108 E. Rush Street | Linden, TX above left to right: Randy Smith, Eileen Collins, 903.756.7781 | 903.756.7021 and Kelli Cox. Inset photo is Collins.

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Eight intersections to receive improved lighting systems

Eight highway intersections in Northeast Texas will have new safety lighting systems added during the coming year, according to plans approved in December by the Texas De- partment of Transportation (TxDOT). “Nighttime lighting systems at the intersections that will CASS COUNTY FOSTER CHILDREN’S have energy efficient LED lighting and will better illuminate the roadways,” said Rebecca Wells, Director of Transpor- tation Operations for TxDOT in Atlanta. “The LED lights CHRISTMAS WISH LIST 2020 are brighter and more cost efficient than our old lighting Call Carol at 903-748-7641 To Select A Gift systems.” Gifts To Be Brought To The Atlanta CPS Office No Later than November 30, 2020 • Please Write Gift Number On The Gift Highway Intelligent Traffic Solutions, Inc. of Cedar Hill, NO CHILD GIFT 37 Girl - 7 yrs Art Supplies TX, was awarded the contract for these safety lighting proj- 1 Girl - 8 mths Activity Cube 38 Boy - 9 yrs Lego Set 2 Girl - 16 yrs $35 Wal-Mart Gift Card 39 Girl - 14 yrs Pictionary Game ects with a bid of $1.1 million. 3 Girl - 3 yrs Art Supplies 40 Boy - 15 yrs $35 Wal-Mart Gift Card Work on the projects should begin in March and take 4 Girl - 5 yrs Doll House 41 Girl - 2 yrs Vtech Lil Critters Soothing about a year to complete, Wells said. 5 Girl - 17 yrs $35 Wal-Mart Gift Card Starlight Hippo Intersections scheduled for lighting additions are: 6 Boy - 17 mths Vtech Stroll & Discover Activity Walker 42 Boy - 11 mths Picture Books 7 Boy - 3 yrs Tricycle 43 Boy - 17 yrs $35 Wal-Mart Gift Card In Cass County: SH 77 at FM 3129. 8 Boy - 7 mths Play Mat 44 Boy - 6 yrs Laser Tag Set In Harrison County: SH 43 at FM 2625. 9 Boy - 2 yrs Ride On Toy 45 Boy - 8 yrs Anything Marvel Superhero In Marion County: FM 248 at FM 2683. 10 Boy - 13 mths Paw Patrol Cruiser Ride On Toy 46 Boy - 9 yrs Lego Set In Morris County: I-30 at US 259. 11 Girl - 2 yrs Princess Dress Up Clothes 47 Girl - 8 mths Fisher Price Laugh & Learn Magical 12 Girl - 18 mths Fisher Price Laugh & Learn Smart Music Mirror In Titus County: I-30 at FM 1993 and I-30 at County Stages Puppy 48 Girl - 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8 mths Fisher Price Double Poppin Dino 58 Girl - 18 mths Baby Einstein Octoplush Musical and Community Development (EECD) department is of- 25 Girl - 16 yrs $35 Wal-Mart Gift Card Plush Toy fering a 50% grant for workforce training for anyone who 26 Girl - 3 yrs Baby Doll with Accessories 59 Boy – 2 yrs Mega Blocks – First Builders Bag has experienced a hardship due to COVID-19. 27 Girl - 5 yrs Doll with Accessories 60 Girl - 7 yrs Barbie With Outfits 28 Girl - 17 yrs $35 Wal-Mart Gift Card 61 Boy - 9 yrs Marvel Action Figure This consists of online, start anytime training that can be 29 Boy - 17 mths Activity Cube 62 Girl - 14 yrs $35 Wal-Mart Gift Card completed in six months or less. 30 Boy - 3 yrs Tee Ball Set 63 Boy - 15 yrs Yahtzee Game with Extra Score Cards COVID-19 related hardships include loss of job by the 31 Boy - 7 mths Learning Toy 64 Girl - 2 yrs Fisher Price Laugh & Learn applicant or a household member, a reduction in work 32 Boy - 2 yrs Basketball Hoop for Toddler Smart Watch 33 Boy - 13 mths John Deer Foot On Floor Ride On 65 Boy - 11 mths Vtech Musical Rhymes Book hours, illness of applicant or a family member, childcare is- Tractor 66 Boy - 17 yrs $35 Wal-Mart Gift Card sues, housing issues, a wish to re-enter the workforce, or the 34 Girl - 2 yrs Fisher Price Soothe & Glow Giraffe 67 Boy - 6 yrs Art Supplies need for skilled training. 35 Girl - 18 mths Fisher Price See & Say 68 Boy - 8 yrs Football or Basketball Training is available in the following areas: 36 Boy - 2 yrs Baby Einstein Discovery Train 69 Boy - 9 yrs Educational Tablet or Game • Healthcare • Software, IT, & web Development Mayor FROM PAGE 1 • Business, Management, & Accounting • Project Management & Quality Assurance of Domino who receive a investigators that he wrote his current wife and denied the same day of his arrest • Skilled Trades & Technology city water bill. The letter the letter and that the news- them. The bible says that the on a personal recognizance • Law contained language depict- letters were mailed with the devil is the father of lies. Our bond. • Arts ing United States President city water bills but did not president may not be the If found guilty, Campbell Anyone interested in applying for the grant should use Donald Trump negatively, cost the city any extra mon- devil, but he has spawned faces a maximum of 180 the following link to apply by January 30, 2021: https:// opposing his reelection and ey due to the water bills be- enough lies to qualify him to days in county jail, a maxi- www.tamut.edu/eecd/CCI_Pandemic_Grant.html. encouraging the citizens to ing mailed as “normal.” be a direct descendant of the mum fine of $2000 or both vote. Campbell confirmed that aforementioned evil spirit. for Abuse of Official Capaci- Celebrate a Pineywoods Investigators reviewed the the envelopes and postage The newsletter was post- ty—a Class B Misdemeanor. letter provided by a private were used from the City of ed to Facebook and several For the Unlawful Use of Christmas at State Park citizen, which had the name Domino City Hall Office. began questioning the may- Funds for Political Advertis- “Mayor Al Campbell” on the The Journal-Sun reported or’s ability to deliver such ing, a Class A misdemeanor, Enjoy an evening of cheer to remember throughout the header of the document. The the incident in September rhetoric with city funds. Campbell could face a max- year at our 8th annual Christmas in the Park! Come on letter also had a watermark after a resident of Domino “He used your tax dollars imum of 365 days in coun- out to see the park dressed in its holiday best! This year, in which appeared to be a “City delivered the newsletter and to produce that several times ty jail, a maximum fine of order to protect Santa and his elves, the event will be drive- of Domino” seal in the cen- questioned its legality. and pay the postage”, one $4000 or both. through only. Please stay warm and snuggly in your vehi- ter of the document. The newsletter reads in poster on Facebook said. In 2014, Campbell was cle as you make your way through the twinkling lights and The body of the docu- part: Another poster said, “He sued for the unlawful ter- towering pines. Keep those letters to Santa handy and be ment made several negative As most of you know, our has no business doing this mination of two employees. sure to drop them in the North Pole mailbox. comments about President current president has ac- especially considering the According to the complaint, Entrance fees will be waived during event hours as our Trump which were political cepted the nomination for position he holds…” Campbell allegedly engaged gift to you and your family, but donations are always appre- in nature--opposing Pres- his party. He has done some In support of Campbell, in the unlawful use of city ciated! This year’s Christmas in the Park will be December ident Trump’s re-election strange and unusual things one poster wrote, “Noth- funds, including making 16th and 17th from 6pm to 9pm and December 18th and 19th and requesting people to over the last four years. He ing wrong with the mayor payments to himself and from 6pm to 10pm. vote. has imprisoned children and expressing his beliefs to fired the employees to con- Check out our Events page on the Daingerfield State Park Further, a store manag- other immigrants who were his citizens! You can agree ceal the wrongdoing. website or our Facebook page for more details and upcom- er provided investigators seeking asylum in the U.S. or disagree, but this is sup- In 2013, deputies from ing events. with an unopened stamped His policies led to the death posed to be a “free” country, the Cass County Sheriff ’s envelope addressed to the of some of these people who which means he should be Office secured the city hall store with a return address were only seeking a better able to speak “freely”. Just in Domino after an alter- to the City of Domino. The life. We did not know whomy opinion.” cation took place between envelope was opened in the president was until he re- Cass County District At- Campbell and members of the investigator’s presence, vealed himself over the last 4 torney Courtney Shelton the city’s government, for- Subscribe Today! and it was determined that years, I don’t believe that we responded to an email in- mer employees and citizens. the same letter had already can absorb another 4 years quiry in September that she Accusations against 903.796.7133 been reviewed. of his neglect and abuse. He would be referring the mat- Campbell included misuse According to the affida- has abused women, had a ter out for investigation. of city funds, bribery and vit, Mayor Campbell told couple of different affairs on Campbell was released retaliation.

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The Steger family built Atlanta For ninety years the Steger family were fifth generation of Steger builders. Allen’s builders in and around Atlanta, Texas be- son. Robert was also a fourth-generation MONDAY ginning with Allen Walter Steger who came builder. J. E. MANNING AMERICAN LEGION POST 258 meets at 6:30 p.m. the to Texas with his family in 1854. He was the In 1946. Homer, Allen M., and Wesley second Monday of each month. The building is located at 320 N. Louise St. son of Alfred M. Steger and the grandson of established Steger’s Builders Supply in At- in Atlanta. For more info, call 903-796-3081. Robert M. Steger of Pike County. Geor¬gia. lanta. Wesley was the office manager and CASS COUNTY PATRIOTS meet at 6 p.m. the first Monday of every Allen was born in Henry County, Georgia Homer and Allen supervised the construc- month at Amigo Juan Mexican Café on Loop 59 in Atlanta. For more info, on August 24, 1845. tion crews, many who were relatives. Ho- call 903-796-6610. Allen Steger’s most prestigious project mer as a carpenter and Allen as a bricklayer THE ATLANTA AREA WOMEN’S CLUB meets at 5:30 p.m. the second was the building of the First Methodist worked with as well as supervised the work Monday of each month at the Queen City United Methodist Church fel- lowship hall. The church is located at 304 Marietta St. in Queen City. Church in Atlanta in 1875. He had served crews. The Builders Supply con¬tracted as Church School Superin¬tendent for and then supplied all the mate¬rial and THE QUEEN CITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION meets at 6 p.m. the first Monday of every month at Catfish King. For more info. call 903-796-6108. the church and was labor to the home se¬lected as build- builder. They builtLINDEN: LINDEN CITY COUNCIL meets at 6 p.m. the second Monday of each ing supervisor. The dozens of homes, month at the Mary Daughety Senior Citizen Center, 507 S. Kaufman. Pub- church was a beautiful several churches, and lic is invited to participate in open forum. “Texas” Gothic affair businesses and one SENIOR EXERCISE PROGRAM classes meet from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. which was replaced school gymna¬sium every Monday at the Mary Daughety Senior Center, 507 S. Kaufman in with an¬other style in at Gilliam, Louisi- Linden. Classes are free. For info, call 903-756-5193 or 903-756-8880. 1923 and in 1950 the ana. Atlanta is very congregation opted to near the center of the TUESDAY go back to a tradition- Ark-La-Tex where 903 ARTISANS meets the first Tuesday of every month @ 6:00 pm. We al building - this time Arkansas, Louisiana meet at the Abundant Life Church , 610 South Louise, Atlanta. Geor¬gian. and Texas join so it ECCSRA meets the second Tuesday of each month at the Queen City Two of his sons, El- wasn’t unusual to do United Methodist Church fellowship hall located at 304 Marietta St. bert Wesley and Allen business across state FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY meets at 3 p.m. the first Tuesday of each Merritt “Met” contin- lines. St. Clements month at the Atlanta Library. ued the tradition. El- Catholic Church in BIVINS COMMUNITY CENTER hosts a potluck supper at 6:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month. The center is located off Hwy 43 on FM 1841 bert G. “Mr. El” was Vivian. Louisiana was in Bivins. For more info, call 903-796-9906. an expert at shingle art one of the churches THE CASS COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY meets on the sec- which was popu¬lar the brothers built. ond Tuesday of each month in the fellowship hall of First United Method- in American Victori- By 1956 the Sup- ist Church in Queen City.6:30 p.m. A light meal and beverages are always an buildings. It was a ply had been sold to served. The church is located on the corner of Marietta and Fourth Streets process whereby wood a larger competitor. in Queen City. For more info, call 903-796-3081. shingles were pointed or rounded on one end and then The new name was painted on the front of the build¬ing DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP meets at 1 p.m. every third Tuesday in the Conference Center inside the Medical Plaza Building at CHRISTUS formed into intricate patterns in the gable end of a dwell- but the name “Steger” had been formed into the brickwork St. Michael Hospital-Atlanta. The hospital is located at 1007 S. William ing. He was also interested in law-enforcement, serving as and always showed through the painted sign That firm St. in Atlanta; the Medical Plaza may be accessed via Pinecrest Drive. For a Cass County deputy sheriff for a time. He died in 1913. eventually closed and only the front vail remains standing more info, call 903-799-3004. three years before his father. Met was a bricklayer who built with the Steger name still evident. OAK GROVE QUILTING CLUB meets from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. every many houses in Atlanta which still stand and attest to his Wesley located first at Denison and later Denton. Texas Tuesday The venue is on CR 2328, 1 mile from Hwy 43 South of Atlanta. fine workmanship. as a manager of lumber yards in those places. Homer and For more info, call 903-846-5192. He was the inspiration to three of his nephews to enter Allen continued building but on a smaller scale until they HOUR OF PRAYER is offered every Tuesday from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. at a new location, the Atlanta Church of God, located at 19730 FM 1841. Every- the building business. Homer, Allen M., and Wesley were both retired. In 1970 they along with Lillian M. Robert and one is invited to come and go freely and to pray for our city, county, state, the sons of Elbert Steger. James M. entered upon their larg¬est ever project, a shop- nation and our leaders. For more info, call the church at 903-796-7807. One son. Lillian had died in 1925. but his son, Lillian M., ping center in Atlanta. It was their final contribution to the NIMBLE THIMBLE QUILT CLUB meets from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every and grandson. James M. Steger continued as the fourth and community as a family. Tuesday at the Atlanta Public Library, which is located at the corner of N. West and Hiram Streets in Atlanta. For more info, call 903-799-7870. LINDEN: LINDEN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE meets every FIRST Fidelity extends COVID-19 relief Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Garden Club. Fidelity Communications of service to help low in- crisis. - now more than ever,” said LEDC BOARD OF DIRECTORS meets every third Tuesday of the month at noon at the LEDC offices located at 201 N. Main in Linden. The today announced it will ex- come families and those Partnering with commu- Julie Laulis, President and public is invited to attend. tend relief measures to help most impacted from coro- nities, hospitals, medical CEO. “We remain steadfast CASS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT meets at 8:30 a.m. the sec- those in need stay connected navirus challenges, such as centers and other essential in our commitment to clos- ond and fourth Tuesday of each month in the Justice of the Peace Court- to the internet while work- seniors and college students institutions in addressing ing the digital divide and room in the Law Enforcement and Justice Center on Hwy. 8 in Linden. ing and learning from home, through December 31, 2021. their unique broadband ensuring our customers and CASS COUNTY RETIRED SCHOOL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION as the COVID-19 pandem- Other actions being tak- connection needs and chal- communities have access to meets at 2 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the Mary ic continues to impact the en by the company include: lenges. the fastest and most reliable Daughety Senior Citizen Center, 507 S. Kaufman in Linden. communities it serves. Extending access to free Continuing to evaluate internet service so they can MARY DAUGHETY SENIOR CENTER hosts a 42 Tournament the third and fourth Tuesday of each month. Registration starts at 1 p.m. The venue The company will ex- public WiFi hotspots across and assess additional re- continue working, learning is located at 507 S. Kaufman in Linden. For info, call 903-490-1774 or tend the availability of its its footprint through the lief measures based on the and connecting virtually to 903-756-5000. 15 Mbps residential inter- end of 2021 in order to keep evolving nature of the virus. family, friends and enter- CADDO WILDFLOWER CHAPTER OF THE NATIVE PLANT SOCI- net plan for $10 per month individuals and communi- “We recognize that tainment during these diffi- ETY OF TEXAS meets at 6:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month at for the first three months ties connected during the broadband service is critical cult times.” the Mary Daughety Senior Citizen Center at 507 S. Kaufman in Linden. For info, call 903-835-5532. WEDNESDAY ATLANTA LIONS CLUB meets at noon weekly at Luigi’s Italian Restau- rant at 210 N. East St. in Atlanta. KILDARE GARDEN GROUP meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. at the Kildare Community Center, located on County Road 1779 in Kildare. THURSDAY ATLANTA AREA ROTARY CLUB meets at noon weekly at Luigi’s Italian Restaurant, located at 210 N. East St. in Atlanta. CASS COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS meet at 6:30 p.m. the first Thursday of each month in the Conference Room at CHRISTUS St. Mi- chael Hospital-Atlanta, which is located at 1102 S. William Street. NUTRITION AND WELLNESS GROUP meets from 1 to 2 p.m. every second Thursday at the Atlanta Public Library. Bring a lunch. The library is located at the corner of N. West and Hiram Streets in Atlanta. For info, call 903-796-7027. VFW POST 5870 meets at 6 p.m. the second Thursday of each month. The venue is located one-and-a-half miles past Atlanta High School on FM 251. For more info, call 903-799-6828. LINDEN: THE LINDEN LIONS CLUB meets every Thursday at noon at the Coun- ty Seat Café, at 109 N. Main in Linden. For more info, call 903-814-1482. MARY DAUGHETY SENIOR CENTER hosts a 42 Tournament the sec- ond Thursday of each month. Registration starts at 1 p.m. The venue is located at 507 S. Kaufman in Linden. For more info, call 903-799-8621. THE LINDEN GARDEN CLUB meets every third Thursday of the month at the Linden Garden Club building at 300 East Houston st Linden at 11:30. All are welcome.

FRIDAY ATLANTA PUBLIC LIBRARY offers knitting classes from 10 a.m. to noon weekly. The library is located at 101 W. Hiram in Atlanta. For more info, call 903-796-2112. HUFFINES COMMUNITY CENTER hosts a community singing at 6 p.m. the last Friday of the month at the Huffines Community Center, which is located south of Atlanta on FM 251. For info call 903-796-9440. LINDEN: SENIOR EXERCISE PROGRAM classes meet from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. every Friday at the Mary Daughety Senior Center, 507 S. Kaufman in Lin- den. Classes are free. For info, call 903-756-5193 or 903-756-5000. SATURDAY CENTER GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH will host a gospel singing at 6 p.m. the first Saturday of each month with dinner and program at 7 p.m. The church is located on CR 1123 off Hwy 8 in Linden. For more info, call 903-556-4117. RADIO AMATEURS OF CASS COUNTY meet at 8:30 a.m. every third Saturday at the Hall-Miller Airport Lounge in Atlanta for a pancake breakfast. For info, call 903-796-2192. LINDEN: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF LINDEN offers a recovery support group at 4 p.m. weekly. The discussion balances Biblical teaching and a 12-step philosophy in a program that addresses drug and alcohol addiction. The church is located at 105 W. Graham in Linden. Call 903-756-5517. Events may be submitted to [email protected]. Notices are not guaranteed to run, according to space available. Please send at least one week ahead of the event. Deadline is 3 p.m. Thursday. Events may be submitted to [email protected]. Notices are not guaranteed to run, according to space available. Please send at least one week ahead of the event. Deadline is 3 p.m. Thursday. 8 – Journal-Sun Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Queen City - First Nine Weeks

First Grade Sophi Robertson Fifth Grade Treadway, Trent West, Jimmy Arianna Williams Elise Self Webster, Jacob Wiley, Brayden Braeden Yancey A Honor Roll Robert Stiger A Honor Roll White, Calin Yount, Sailor Aaliyah Bowman Sutton Stringer Adcock, Kynleigh Eleventh Grade Allan Callison Liam Tally Alexander, Ruston Seventh Grade Ninth Grade Jeremy Calloway Cheyenne Tolleson Aucoin, Carter A Honor Roll Collins Coats Colby Williams Blythe, Landry A Honor Roll A Honor Roll Emma Baker Josie Compton Butler, Madison Aleman, Montana Xavior Allison Dylan Benson Hope Crow Third Grade Carrell, Whitlee Andrews, Tavon Payton Boone Kylah Cordell Alayna Easley Granado, Peyton Bickham, Elizabeth Kaylin Butler Owen Dodd John Engle A Honor Roll Johnson, Anna Burns, Ashtyn Kynlee Butler Hannah King Brady Gennings Keeley Cantrell Jones, Sara Campbell, Laekin Kyra Campbell Kenayah Larry Sloan Hicks Allen Gennings Majors, Brady Dodd, Sadie Lauren Carrell Kaitlyn Lee Cason Holmes Adalyn Gibson McClure, Adalyn Engledowl, Jasey Madison Chickadel Journee McRae Rykar Hudson Paisley Howard Moore, Lincoln Fincher, Brody Jeremiah Henderson Annika Philippi Cooper Kimble Amira Lawson Morgan, Bella Gearlds, Hailey Zachary Henry Alyssa Pierce Lilian Kubin Bostyn Majors Nevins, Jayden Griggs, Hunter Trevonne Horsley Keaton Simpson Christian Lowry Lillian Restelle Sutton, Abigail Guest, Thomas Fidelity Jiles Chyna Stiger Brooks Majors Maggie Rudel Thomas, Rowan Hamilton, Makenna Lajavion Martin Halle Worthington Kinleigh Neathery Kayson Saulsbury Wooten, Lakeyn Hartzo, Madison Laurel Moore Jeremiah Norton Arri’Ana Simmons Jackson, Makayla Luke Moore A/B Honor Roll Alivia Shelton Braylen Stewart A/B Honor Roll Kimble, Caleb Trinity Oden Seth Alexander Logan Stembaugh Brinkli Stringer Baker, Ella McCreery, Sallie Bailey Pierce Camryn Allen Lindsey Stewart Calvin Sutton Bell, Mavrick McKinney, Pekoe Emily Raines Randall Campbell Sarah Stone John Treadway Brannon, Abby Raines, Ryan Preston Scoggins Madeline Clayton Lily Sutton Jordyn Young Easley, Jesse Sasser, Dorjanee Mallori Stringer Quiyon Ellison Joel Thompson Elliott, Eli Satterfield, Mason Ian Taylor Nyanza Federick Nicholas Trowler A/B Honor Roll Ferguson, Ethan Splater, Eli Samuel Weeks Katarina Fielding Kian Walker Wesson Baillio Fincher, Stella Squyres, Jenna Micah Whittington Justin Hall Jaycie West Tichard Booth Garrett, Shamori Thomas, Kerian Brian Hearnsberger Evan Wicks Chloe Byrum Grigsby, Madeline Tyson, Adalyn A/B Honor Roll Gabriel Martinez Zachary Wiley Kymea Dowden Hancock, Allison Vess, Chloe Markeyah Banks Kacy McCall Finnon Wilson Preston Glass Holmes, Jaci Warren, Hunter Josie Beckham Tanner McCarthy Lillian Guthrie Hudson, Rosalee Welch, Maddox Brooklinn Beers Zoe Moore A/B Honor Roll Israel Hancock Lawrence, Gracie Timothy Brady Tanner Neff Kamdyn Bunch Ian Hernandez Lowry, Anthony A/B Honor Roll Mason Campbell Aden Norton Annabelle Curtis Charleigh Holmes Malina, Gerald Alexander, Grace Logan Chamblee Tyler Vandevender Ketrick Gamble Gage Kennington McKinney, Lily Attaway, Braxden Kanyon Compton Tia Wilson Savannah Goen Johnna Lowry Murry, Jaime Breach, Bryant Bailey Endsley James Wood Rosali Gonzalez Kutter Mitchell Niedens, Wynter Brown, Xander Corban Farmer Lucas Guthrie Kaden Neathery Pankey, Justin Byrum, Leevi Rylee Green Twelfth Grade Ayiunna Jefferson Bayleigh Perkins Perkins, Gracelynn Campbell-Kirkland, Charles Halissya Green Tucker Kelley Israel Self Price, Nathan Caraway, Konner Addison Greer A Honor Roll Noah Laster Joci Stone Stiger, Cadence Cash, Jesse Aidan Hamilton Mallory Abbitt Deacon Lonk Paisleigh Thompson Tally, Addisyn Crowe, Hunter Kamryn Hartsell Kenneth Allison Elijah Madewell Katherine Treadway Thompson, Porter Federick, Koredell Michael Henrico Claire Bates Kendra McDuffie Atarria Vincent Thompson, Chevy Lee, Ryan Cameron Henry Cody Blank Daniel Miller III Kirbi Wright West, Easton Malina, Travis Triniti Jimenez Rylee Blythe Kameron Nash Wiley, Joseph McIntosh, Shelby Daniel Jones Tallen Boone Aubrey Pankey Fourth Grade Wiley, Gunner Parker, Donny Jordyn Jones Cierra Brady Piper Peavy Wilkerson, Tristin Pattillo, Aubrey Alexandria Larry Meghan Brown Parker Phelps A Honor Roll Wise, Dawson Peacock, Whitney Jenna Lavoie Tonya Carnley Adahlee Ramage Tynlee Chambless Wood, Kaylee Peacock, Wyatt Faith Mahon Joshua Davis Gregory Riley Caroline Coats Young, Abigail Russell, Adrian Logan Niedens Haley Donahue Madilyn Robertson Peyton Coats Seits, Tianna Kaydee Patterson Kieran Droddy Karson Rouse Mackenzie Cothren Sixth Grade Smith, Emanii Madison Rossi Madison Dunn Lucas Satterfield Payten Dawson Smith, Daketrick Kaden Satterfield Hannah Fitts Jace Sewell Emma Deering A Honor Roll Sullivan, Isabella Sara Smith Taylor Groce Daniel Walker Journey Dowden Alexander, Joshua Young, Noah Warren Thomas Allyson Hamilton Kinsley Walker Tandy Easley Benson, Evan Young, Amyia Caden Vess Sarah Henry Addilyn Waters Brynnlee Farmer Bickham, Abigail Clinton Wiley Emilee Henry Kendrick White Jada Hailey Black, Bailee Eighth Grade Brooklyn Lee William Hall Hamilton, Mallory Tenth Grade Austin McGee Second Grade Hazel Helms Harrison, Aaliyah A Honor Roll Luke Niedens Aalyah Horsley Johnson, Aiden Breach, Zoe A Honor Roll Gracie Orr A Honor Roll Braxton Jones Kelton, Lucy Engledowl, Alexia Brayden Attaway Madison Parker Zoe Baker Austin Kelly Mendoza, Gabriella Griffin, Jacosa Jacey Cauthorn Noah Perkins Bostinn Beers Lucas McCasland Robison, Ariana Grundy, Willie Kaylee Davis Chloe Philippi Emma Chickadel Silas Miller Shelton, Ava King, Hayden Elizabeth Dotson Kaitlin Restelle July Clayton Preslee Parker Young, Anna Mainer, Keeli Brylee Everett Spencer Schmidt Tucker Coats Max Ross McCasland, Ruby Ashlynn Hartzo Rachel Self Markel Edwards Markis Sasser A/B Honor Roll Price, Courtney Aubrie Kiser Faith Shelton Ellie Elliott McKenna Scudday Andrews, Tasia Robison, Laynee Erica Lavoie Austin Turner Clara Gibson William Shada Blaylock, Hannah Steaveson, McKynli Chauncett Miles Gracelyn Weeks David Howard Mariah Simmons Boone, Kalawnee Strutton, Ethan Makayla Robertson Reagan Wright Gabriel Kelton Brooklyn Stringer Brown, Christopher Turbeville, Brenna Karlee Sullivan Garrett Kelton Brentlee Thompson Burns, Danielle Warren, Brandon Aanyah Thompson A/B Honor Roll Samuel McCoy Sydney Tyson Cox, Jaylee Weeks, Paitynn Clare Wong Giovanni Alamia Willow McKinney Stratton Wilson Dotson, Braxton Wong, Vincent Tabitha Yaunke Derrick Alexander Whitlee Price Droddy, Teagan Kentrel Andrews Leah Seits A/B Honor Roll Durmon, Ryland A/B Honor Roll A/B Honor Roll Hannah Breach Asher Stringer Antonio Aleman Emmons, Camden Adams, Sarah Landri Beckham Bethany Bunch Jacie Treadway Katrina Arnold Glass, Payden Aleman, Sabastian Curtis Bruner Ashley Corbit Carter Vess Annabelle Bautista Griffin, Kaylin Brown, Cooper Jayden Burns Colton Cromeans Kayleigh White Raylen Dowden Hicks, Coleman Burns, Nathan Anthony Castleberry Alijuah Drayton Alice Wise Raven Durmon Holcomb, River Crooks, Logan Madison Coburn Kailey Giles Peyton Fahrney Jackson, Makala Delgado, Alyssa Trenton Donahue Susan Green A/B Honor Roll Mackenzie Gaskin Jackson, Michael Duren, Ethan Kaden Fincher Caliya Jiles Clarence Armstrong Kamdyn Gearlds Jones, Erykah Easley, Katie Jace Gauldin Trevin Jones Aubree Bautista Matthew Griffin III Jordan, Jayden Estep, Cassidy Trent Granberry Kalee Lowe James Cooper Deareon Hunt Loftin, Gunner Gamble, Antonianna Jayla Gunn Marisa Mathews Jackson Cornett Ashlyn Johns Lund, Tanner Granderson, Macy Madison Heldt Tristan Mayfield Isaac Cox Abigail Jones McConnell, Bre’ana Harris, Sheldon Mason Heyden Matthew McDuff Jordan Delgado Brandon Jones Missildine, Sean Hart, Trinity Rhiley Livingston Justin Mitchell Ma’kiya Edwards Jacey Knight Mitchell, Damien Jackson, Laterika Lacie Loy Tyttan Neff Kutter Howard Rhylan Page Nash, Nickolas Kelley, Kimberly Logan Oas McKenzy Nichols James Justus Makenzie Robertson Newkirk, Riley 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Bringin’ home the bacon Cass County wild pig program takes off

By Tim Emmons very aggressive. They can be extremely dangerous to percent of the animals in a given area, effectively re- [email protected] people, particularly when the pigs travel in herds with ducing the overall population. their young, and should be avoided when possible. With that in the works Rymel included a bounty America has a hog problem. A very big hog prob- Feral pigs living in the United States have been program dubbed the Wild Pig Abatement Program lem. You could literally call it a plague upon our soil. known to attack without provocation and fatally in- which took off in January of this year. Texas carries the brunt of the hog dilemma with ap- jure human beings. There is a rental fee that pays for the bounty pro- proximately 2.6 million feral hogs occupying 79 per- Hogs also pass on diseases and parasites and can gram and helps with the associated costs such as a cent of Texas’ landscape. disrupt entire ecosystems. monthly cell phone plan in addition to casual main- In fact Texas has the largest estimated population of Nationwide, all forms of damage are estimated to tenance and repairs. feral hogs existing in 253 of its 254 counties. exceed 1 to 1.5 billion dollars annually. In this manner, the pig abatement and education Feral hogs are an invasive, exotic species that cause Extension education directed at landowners focuses program will proceed without having to depend upon approximately $52 million in damages to Texas ag- on the adoption of best management practices in or- the county for support. riculture producers annually. This estimate does not der to abate wild pig damage. Rymel encourages landowners to sign up with their include damage to habitat used by native wildlife or To accomplish this goal, Texas A&M AgriLife Ex- intention to participate with the Texas A&M AgriLife suburban areas. tension utilized one-on-one contacts, group educa- Extension Service and Cass County’s wild pig abate- There are also additional annual expenditures of $7 tional meetings, method and result demonstrations, ment program. million for repairing damage and/or controlling pigs. mass media and websites in order to disseminate re- She also reached out to volunteers to help curb the A report from the USDA back in June of this year search-based information to landowners in particular growth of these pests here in Cass County by taking states that feral swine have been reported in at least 35 with a secondary audience of the general public. the BoarBuster to landowners. states and estimates that the total population is “more Cass County AgriLife Extension Agent Jessica Ry- In addition for each snout you bring in you receive than six million and is rapidly expanding.” mel has been knee deep in hog talk since she arrived a ticket which goes towards earning various outdoor The hog issue is not a recent problem. Trapping and in May of 2018. equipment prizes such as tents, firearms, game cam- hunting of hogs has been going on at an increasing In her early research concerning feral hogs she eras and more. level for more than 10 years. learned about a $100,000 grant on pig abatement from Eligible hogs will be sold to a live hog buyer. The Wild hogs are “opportunistic omnivores,” mean- Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. money from the sale of these hogs will be added to the ing they’ll eat most anything. Using their extra-long The next move by the extension office was to pur- pool of money to support the bounty fund. snouts, flattened and strengthened on the end by a chase a BoarBuster trap. To use the trap, you have to be a Cass County prop- plate of cartilage, they can root as deep as three feet. The BoarBuster is a research-based, cutting-edge erty owner. To participate in the bounty, you must Hogs have no real natural predators and to make trapping system developed as a solution for managing lease or own land in Cass County. things worse, a single sow can have two litters of four the nation’s exploding feral hog population. For any questions concerning the Cass County Wild to eight piglets in 12-15 months, which compounds Scientific research conducted over a four-year peri- Pig Abatement Program, contact Jessica at 903-756- the population problem. od by The Noble Research Institute demonstrates that 5391. Feral pigs have incredible senses of smell and can be the BoarBuster feral hog trapping system captures 88 You can also contact them on their Facebook page.

Photo by PHYLLIS WARREN Santa Slam The Queen City High School boys’ basketball program along with the varsity cheerleaders hosted the Second Annual Santa Slam on Dec. 8, at Eugene Sloan Memorial Gymnasium. Spectators were encouraged to bring a new stuffed animal to the game in lieu of paying a fee for admission. When the Bulldogs scored their first points of the game, fans threw their stuffed animals onto the gym floor. All the toys collected will be used to help provide Christmas gifts for needy fam- ilies in Cass County.

L-K came out inspired in the second half spearheaded test but with two minutes remaining in the game the Bull- Basketball by steals from Jonathan Owen and Chase Bynum. Mason dogs began to make a furious comeback with a 7-0 run. Johnson continued his hot shooting streak by leading the The score was 45-43 when Russel Nance stepped to the Linden-KIldare Tigers with 19 points. free throw line and converted the front-end of a 1-and-1. Puff Peters and Jordan Swanson provided a strong inside Chase Bynum was fouled after a defensive stop and calm- The Linden Kildare Tigers’ varsity boys’ basketball team presence versus the Mustangs. ly stepped up and converted two free-throws. has been on a roll since opening the season with back-to- The Tigers also got reserve contributions from Nance The Tigers escaped Queen City with a 50-43 victory. back losses. (four points and two steals), Critter Palmer (two steals and Next up for the Tigers was a solid Paul Pewitt team but L-K opened up the schedule with a 73-61 loss to DeKalb three rebounds) and Tawin Patterson who scored three L-K breezed by the Brahmas 72-42 on Dec. 11. and then fell to New Boston 60-51. points after seeing his first action of the season. L-K’s latest victim was Elysian Fields who hosted the Ti- Since that time the Tigers have reeled off eight straight The JV squad was able to notch their first win of the sea- gers Dec. 12. The Tigers were locked in and left town with wins. son in a thrilling comeback victory by the score of 23-22. a 62-33 victory. That hot streak began with a narrow 52-51 win over The second half surge was spearheaded by Maleki Cas- Clarksville welcomes L-K to town Friday, Dec. 18, in a Hooks on Nov. 23, followed by a 56-45 win over Maud on tleberry, Cade Bynum, PJ Washington and Ja’Kyrik Nard. battle of the blue and white Tigers. Nov. 24. The very next day, Dec. 5, the Tigers traveled to Ore City The Tigers rolled Redwater 79-42 on Dec. 1, behind hot to take on the Rebels. QC 42 - PG 36 shooting from Mason Johnson who led all scorers with 26. The Rebels came out blazing against the Tigers’ defense Chase Bynum added 20 and both Puff Peters and Jordan scoring 17 first quarter points. Queen City’s varsity girls’ basketball squad pulled out a Swanson scored in double figures as well. L-K tightened up after that only giving up 17 points in 42-36 win over Pleasant Grove Dec. 12. L-K got out to a fast start against the Dragons, going on the remaining three quarters as the Tigers sealed up a 52-34 Jamecia Cook led the way in scoring for QC with 11 a 14-2 run in the first four minutes and ending the opening decision. points, Hannah Fitts added seven, Chloe Phillipi had six, quarter with a 28-5 lead. The Tigers ventured into hostile territory Dec. 8, in north- Alex Larry and Gracie Weeks posted five apiece, Nyla Har- The Tigers never looked back as they won by 37 points. ern Cass County taking on a longtime rival, the Queen City rison and Serenity Oden scored two each and both Mallori The JV boys’ team fought hard, but came up on short end Bulldogs. Stringer and Lauren Carrell scored one point each. losing 28-16. Once again, the Tigers started slowly and struggled Bright spots for the JV were Maleki Castleberry and against the Bulldogs’ athleticism. QC 30 – PG 35 teammate PJ Washington who came in and provided a L-K led 13-11 after one quarter of play and were tied at spark for the Tigers as well. He left it all out on the floor. 22-all going into the half. Queen City’s JV girls’ basketball team dropped a close L-K visited Hughes Springs Dec. 4, and soared to a 53-25 During the third quarter, the tides turned in the Tigers’ game to Pleasant Grove 35-30. win. favor. L-K amped up the defensive intensity and took a 36- Erica Lavoie led the way with 15 points, Aubrie Kiser The Tigers pulled away just before the half on a Russel 31 lead into the fourth quarter. recorded nine and Jenna Lavoie Trinity Oden, and Trinity Nance running jumper buzzer beater. The Tigers stretched the lead out to nine late in the con- Jimenez posted three points apiece. 10 – Journal-Sun Wednesday, December 16, 2020

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Atlanta High School Dec. 22 - VG at Waskom - 2 p.m. Dec. 22 - VB, JVB, VG, JVG at Maud - 4:30 p.m. Dec. 18 - VB, JVB at New Boston - 5 p.m. Dec. 29 - VB, VG at Overton - 12 p.m. Dec. 30 - VB, JVB vs. Union Grove - 2 p.m. Dec. 18 - VG, JVG at New Boston - 6 p.m. Dec. 22 - VB, JVB vs. Queen City - 4 p.m. Linden-Kildare High School Queen City High School Dec. 22 - VG, JVG vs. Queen City - 4 p.m. Dec. 18 - VB, VG, JVB at Clarksville - 5 p.m. Dec. 18 - VB, JVB, VG vs. Hooks - 5 p.m. Dec. 29 - VB, JVB at Canton - 1 p.m. Dec. 22 - VB, VG, JVB vs. Rivercrest - 12 p.m. Dec. 22 - VB, VG, JVG at Atlanta - 5 p.m. Dec. 29 - VG, JVG vs. Pleasant Grove - 12 p.m. Dec. 29 - VB, VG, JVB at James Bowie - 1 p.m. Dec. 28 - VG, JVG vs. Arkansas High - 1 p.m. Dec. 29 - VG vs. Union Grove - 1 p.m. Bloomburg High School McLeod High School Dec. 18 - VB, VG at Avery - 5 :30 p.m. Dec. 18 - VB, JVB, VG, JVG vs. Detroit - 4:30 p.m. *Schedules apt to change at any time,. Check Dec. 21 - VB, VG at Genoa Central - 5:30 p.m. Dec. 19 - VB, JVB vs. Saltillo - 12 p.m. school websites or Dec. 22 - VB vs. Big Sandy - 12 p.m. Dec. 21 - VB, VG at Bradley, Ark. - 4 p.m. Facebook pages for any changes or cancellations*

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CASSANDRA SAWYER KOLODZIK Gary spent many hours working for the Lord Dec. 26, 1945 - Dec. 10, 2020 and being faithful to church. He was a member and deacon at Cathedral Deception: Exposing Heights Church of the Nazarene in Texarkana, Ar. Cassandra Sawyer Gary loved to fish and had a special fishing buddy the Wiles of the Devil Kolodzik age, 74, of At- Ron Upshaw. lanta, Texas went to be Survived by: wife, Kay Pickett of Texarkana Ar- By Monica Atkins with the Lord Thursday, kansas; sons: Kerry Pickett and Diane Hargrave Pearl of Great Price Tabernacle December 10, 2020 at of Texarkana, Texas, Russell Pickett and Amanda her residence. Weatherford of Fouke, Ar; grandchildren, Made- What are wiles? Cassandra was born lyn Adams of Bentonville, Arkansas, Endsley Pick- The definition of wiles are trickery, deceit, being art- December 26, 1945, ett of Longview, Texas, Ilea Pickett of Longview, ful, and beguiling, charming behavior, craftiness and in Loveland, Ohio to Texas, Bentley Pickett of Fouke, Arkansas; broth- cunning. All these things describe the wiles or behav- Arthur and Kather- er and sister in law, Larry and Reika Endsley of ior patterns of the devil. ine Sawyer. She was I am exposing some of these tactics that Satan uses Bloomburg, Texas; and a number of other relatives a homemaker, and a to kill, steal and destroy. The enemy can use anything Funeral services were at 2 p.m, Monday, Decem- member of the Presby- on this earth, and weaponize it—meaning he can use ber 14, 2020 at Hanner Funeral Service, with Bro. terian Church, Atlanta, it as a weapon to further his evil agenda including peo- Samuel Nuckels and Bro. John Hodson officiating. Texas. ple if one allows it. Visitation was Sunday, December 13, 2020 from She was preceded in death by her parents, Ar- There are many scriptures in the Bible that describe 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hanner Funeral Service. thur and Katherine Sawyer. Satan’s nature. We see this happening when Jesus was Interment was in Bethsaida Y Cemetery. She is survived by her husband of 56, years, Rob- addressing the religious leaders who were questioning Guest registry is available at www.hannerfuner- ert Kolodzik; her children, Rob, Stacy and Tracy; his identity (St. John 8, KJV). alservice.com. four grandchildren, Zach, Brandy, Linda and Tr- He told them that if they continue in his word, they would know the truth, and the truth would make them isha; a brother, William Sawyers; sister, Laurie ______= = = free. Sawyer; four great-grandchildren; and a number Their response was, “we are of Abrahams seed and of other relatives. have never been in bondage to any man, so why do Memorial services will be 7:00 pm, Friday, you say, ye shall be made free?” Jesus lets them know, December 18, 2020 at Laws Chapel Methodist that whosoever commits sin, is the servant of sin, and Church. the servant does not abide in the house forever, but the She will be laid to rest in Graceland Memorial Son abides forever Gardens, Milford, Ohio. (St. John 8:42-44, KJV). Guest registry is available at www.hannerfuner- Again, Jesus said unto them, “if God were your Fa- alservice.com. ther, you would love me, for I proceeded forth and ______= = = ______came from God, neither came I of myself, but he sent me. Why do you not understand my speech? Even be- GARY PICKETT cause you cannot hear my word?” From this, Jesus begins to reveal their true intent Dec. 13, 1953- Dec. 11, 2020 and exclaimed, “You are of your father the devil, and the lust of your father you will do. He was a murderer Gary Pickett age 66, from the beginning and abode not in the truth, be- of Texarkana, Arkan- cause there is no truth in him. When he speaks a lie, he sas, went to be with the speaks of his own. For he is a liar and the father of it. Lord Friday, December Saints, that is the true nature of Satan, a bundle of 11, 2020, in a Texarka- lies, and the picture he paints in your life is always a lie. na, Texas hospital. He can be charming, yet deceitful, and we cannot get Gary was born De- caught up in his web of lies. Jesus teaches us that the cember 13, 1953, in San devil was a murderer from the beginning and we see Diego, California to Ed- that in the story of Cain and Abel. ward and Dollie Grace In addition, we see the plot of deception in Genesis Pickett. 3:6 in the Garden which states, “And when the woman He was a Maintenance saw that the tree was good for food, (lust of the flesh), and that it was pleasant to the eye, (lust of the eyes), Foreman at Domtar and a tree to be desired to make one wise, (the pride for 28 Years; and was a of life), she took the fruit thereof and did eat, and gave member of Gideon’s International. also unto her husband with her, and he did eat. We know this act of disobedience opened a portal of entry for sin to enter the world. ing to follow Him I might be homeless too (Luke In 1 John 2:15, we are warned, “Love not the world, 9:58). Some people’s reality however, might be neither the things that are in the world. If any man love much different. the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all Are we just reading the book about fishing or that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, the lust of the are we actually doing what it says? Are we read- eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is ing the book (Bible) about “fishing for men (Mark of the world. And the world passes away and the lust 1:17)” and not actually fishing for men? thereof. But he that does the will of God abides forever. Are we hearing and doing or just hearing (James In the passages above, we can see how Satan has tak- 1:22)? Am I watching from a distance or actually en the emotions of people (religious leaders & Eve) in When we lived in Denver a million years ago following? this world and weaponized them which he continues (before my call to the ministry) I became intrigued Makes me think about Nicodemus among others til this day. with fly fishing. that were often so close to the Kingdom but not in As evidence, we see modern social movements have We would drive to the mountains and see guys the Kingdom (at least not yet). come forth from emotional heart issues of injustice fishing in creeks by the road. Before fly fishing took over my life we duck but many are deceptive. Prov. 4:23 states, Keep thy heart with all diligence, Romantic to say the least, something I had only hunted a lot (that might be an understatement). I for out of it, are the issues of life. seen in my past subscriptions of Field & Stream or have grown weary of getting up early in the dark, Why should we guard our hearts? Sports Afield. cold hours of the morning in order to get wet. 1 Peter 5:8, has the answer, “Be sober, be vigilant, be- Later we moved to San Francisco and there was In fact, they say you have not been duck hunting an Orvis (fly fishing, sporting goods) store not too cause your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walks unless you got wet. about, seeking whom he may devour.” far from the financial district where I worked. I think it’s the same with Jesus. If we do not fol- Paul stated in 2 Cor. that we are not ignorant of Once when I had a few extra dollars (only 2 kids low the Rabbi close enough to have the same dust Satan’s devices. So Saints, let us “be watchful” and back then) I went into the store thinking I would that is on His sandals - I’m not sure we are really prayerful for there is a real enemy. buy my first fly rod and become a California ver- following. Check your feet, where’s the dust? sion of those guys we saw in Colorado. He asked me to ask you that. You are invited to worship with us at the Pearl of Great Wow, was I wrong! This Texas boy had no idea Price Tabernacle, a Pentecostal church in Douglassville. they were so proud of those things. You can reach our Pastor Susan Emmons at 430-342- I did leave with a purchase ($17.95 versus 4829 for information, or prayer. $400.00), I bought the Orvis Complete Book on Fly Fishing (the Bible of fly fishing). I was going to read about the topic and then one day when I could afford it, I would be ready to ac- tually do what I was so enamored with. Two kids later on my 40th birthday the Blonde (aka my wife Jennifer) bought me a fly rod from Orvis. By this time we lived in Waxahachie just south of Dallas. After reading about it for 20 plus years I was now actually going to qualify as a fly fisher- man. There are some big time comparisons to Chris- tianity in this fly rod saga. The book I read about fishing with flies without ever actually fishing with flies is like Bible studying without Bible doing. My friend says boots in the oven don’t make them a biscuit and so it makes me wonder - we do know reading the Bible doesn’t necessarily make you a Christian, right? I read the book (Bible) and it is crazy (crazy good)! It tells me Jesus was homeless and if I am go- 12 – Journal-Sun Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Lake Wallenpaupack lies east of Scranton and served as BY LOCAL FISHERMAN When we called it a day, he insisted I keep on fishing while the site of one of the most enjoyable days I have ever had he filleted the fish and rigged the other stuff down. I did so fishing. My guide Joe Pacholec is simply the best. Consid- Paul Hale and added a couple more at the end for 26 total keepers. It erate and conscientious is how I describe this man’s char- STATE #49 - PENNSYLVANIA seemed kind of like hitting a homer with one on base at the acter. FEBRUARY 2019 - WALLENPAUPACK LAKE bottom of the 9th to win it. When a person has those qualities, hard work looks like I had booked two days with Joe. The only bad thing about a lot of fun. His 30 years of guiding experience, love for his SPECIES CAUGHT - Yellow Perch, Chain my stop here was that we had to cancel the second day. occupation and being absolutely complete in everything I Pickerel, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill There was no two ways about it. A destructive winter storm seek in a fishing guide puts him at the top. was set to collide with this area early the next morning. This It has to be cold to ice fish and we had plenty of cold to same storm that brought flooding in KY washing out high- go around in the upper teens. The new found blessing of ways kept it’s appointment to this area. my hands being somewhat acclimated to brutal cold the day I left a little early so I could get past Scranton and the before in NY was appreciated and right on time for this day leaning highways there. I had to change my route home to on “The Pack” as Joe calls it. dodge obstacles from the storm, cancelling my stay in KY After entering into this hardtop lake from an extra steep with my fishing friend Chino Ross. landing we hiked out a ways on the ice sledding his fish- Tractor trailer rigs were banned early in that region as ice ing stuff along. Setting up on our first spot that would be accumulated on the roads. Then after driving a few hun- the only one we needed, we made our temporary camp and dred miles on interstates partially covered in ice with no started drilling holes. issues I had one. After leaving a gas station, I got on the curl Joe never stopped working reminding me of some of my ramp to get back on I-81. favorite employees I have had over the years that utilized The ramp which was under construction and ice was their time so complete. While he was still setting out the not a good place to meet with a flurry of wind blown fallen tip-ups, a nice big slab-sided bluegill hit my line and the snow and two tractor trailers side by side. The confusion of catching started early. the temporary lane confinement walls and the blinding of Strikes early and often with excellent company kept me the flurry almost sent me to the promised land. busy having fun at an enjoyable pace. With that combina- Briefly stopped in the only spot I could be gave me a tion there just wasn’t time to get cold. I fished holes from drivers window view of the side of that truck and trailer inside a tent and outside it, and Joe announced each time a blowing by that was so close it appeared to hit my mirror. set line rigged with the tip-up flag went off. Another fraction of an inch and it would have most cer- About mid-morning I caught the biggest golden shin- tainly pulled me under it and made a mess out of me and er I ever laid eyes or hands on. Joe rigged up an extra line my pickup. for this fresh caught special bait. In hopes of catching a big Only four or five miles later I was out of the ice and I striper with it, we set the line and let it shine. thought after all that distance and not a problem with the A big mess of bluegill and yellow perch came from the ice, this almost got me. So that night when the clerk at the rod, while the tip-ups caught 3 nice bass and as many big Comfort Suites in Cookeville, TN asked how I was doing I pickerel. One of the smallmouths was a runner pulling out a told her, “Very alive and very thankful to be here.” Living long amount of line before I could get to it. The only break I life at it’s fullest one day and almost losing it the next made took was to eat lunch that Joe cooked right there on the ice. this cowboy appreciate it so much more. The fresh deer and homestyle bread was so delicious with I am also very thankful I got to go on that trip making barbecue sauce, and a new way for me to define diet coke on a lot of new friends including Joe Pacholec. His somewhat ice. It all hit the spot and when I got through with it, I took unusual last name fits him perfectly because he ain’t just up right where I left off. A hot meal sure mixes good with a a regular Joe being a former pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pi- hot fishing spot. rates. He is a Pack-a-holic with Wallenpaupack so much a While my fishing guide had his full focus on his service part of his life. to me as a customer, I kept all of mine on catching fish. All the keepers were kept alive in I will take this opportunity to acknowledge Joe for being the very best fishing guide that water buckets, something that don’t work as long or as effective back at home in Texas a person could be, lacking in nothing and excelling at everything and one of the nicest temperatures. people I have met while Fishing America. Thank you Joe, I had a ball and I want to fish This guy refused to let me help him with anything. When a line needed repairing he was again with you. there. One time he saw me fixing on one and he quickly pointed out that was his job and Joe is from Moosic near Scranton. His guide service is on Facebook at Legends Outdoors handed me another one ready to go and went to work on that one. and online at www.guidelegends.blogspot.com, and I am one away from my last Fishing Joe kept that positive attitude and happy approach to everything he did all day long. America article. Cass County Marketplace Legal ads must be submitted via email as a AD DEADLINE IS NOON 306 W. Main St., Atlanta, Texas 75551 • 903-796-7133 Word document to [email protected]

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NOTICE OF RATE CHANGE REQUEST

On October 13, 2020, Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO or Company) filed a Petition and Statement of Intent to Change Rates (the Petition) with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC or the Commission) in Docket No. 51415, and with those municipal authorities in its Texas service territory that have original jurisdiction over SWEPCO’s electric rates. This notice is being published in accordance with Section 36.103 of the Public Utility Regulatory Act and Commission Procedural Rule 16 Tex. Admin. Code § 22.51(a)(1). SWEPCO has approximately 187,000 Texas retail customers. All such customers and all classes of customers will be affected by the relief requested in SWEPCO’s Petition. SWEPCO’s request to change its rates is based on the financial results for a 12-month test year ending on March 31, 2020. SWEPCO’s Petition seeks an overall increase of $105,026,238, an increase of 30.3% over adjusted Texas retail test year base rate revenues exclusive of fuel and rider revenues. SWEPCO’s proposed revenue increase will be offset by a $14,826,502 decrease in annualized Transmission Cost Recovery Factor (TCRF) and Distribution Cost Recovery Factor (DCRF) revenue. Thus, the net proposed Texas retail revenue increase is $90,199,736, an increase of 26.0% over adjusted Texas retail test year base rate revenues exclusive of fuel and rider revenues. The overall impact of the rate change, considering both fuel and non-fuel revenues, is a 15.6% increase. The impact of the rate change on various customer classes will vary from the overall impact described in this notice, as shown in the table below. In addition, SWEPCO is seeking recovery of the reasonable rate-case expenses, including expenses paid to reimburse intervening municipalities, that it incurs in this case and those rate-case expenses incurred in three prior dockets that have yet to be recovered. A Residential Service customer using 1,000 kilowatt-hours of energy per month will see an increase in their total bill (including fuel costs and rate riders) of $15.71 per month, an increase of approximately 15.0%. The following table presents the percentage annual revenue increases, by type of service, under the proposed rates in this proceeding:

SWEPCO Texas Proposed Base Rate Increase Applicable Service Change in Non-Fuel Change in Non-Fuel Change in Total Bill (%) Revenue ($) * Revenue (%) ** ***

RESIDENTIAL $ 34,924,204 23.75% 15.64% GENERAL SERVICE W/DEMAND 4,461,476 26.25% 18.45% GENERAL SERVICE WO/DEMAND 2,167,555 38.23% 27.15% LIGHTING & POWER - SEC 28,784,427 28.49% 14.96% LIGHTING & POWER - PRI 6,789,019 28.44% 14.40% COTTON GIN 69,427 26.14% 15.74% LARGE LIGHTING & POWER - PRI 1,506,976 28.44% 14.40% LARGE LIGHTING & POWER - TRANS 6,300,461 28.14% 13.23% METAL MELTING - SEC 40,125 27.91% 17.81% METAL MELTING - PRI 369,199 26.32% 13.11% METAL MELTING - TRANS 320,810 21.40% 9.74% OILFIELD PRIMARY 3,009,127 28.29% 13.23% OILFIELD SECONDARY 191,671 32.55% 15.94% MUNICIPAL PUMPING 196,244 9.76% 7.00% MUNICIPAL SERVICE 171,173 10.37% 6.60% MUNICIPAL LIGHTING 221,268 9.76% 7.00% Street Lighting Sheet IV-23 226 19.75% 13.39% Municipal Street Lighting Sheet IV-24 389 23.23% 19.12% Municipal Street and Parkway Lighting Sheet IV-25 268,331 12.60% 9.23% Municipal Street and Parkway Lighting Sheet LED IV-65 n/a n/a 14.84% Street Lighting Service Sheet IV-31 (48,498) -22.61% -19.90% Public Highway Lighting Sheet IV-27 819 19.50% 13.02%

PUBLIC STREET & HWY (Sheet IV-26) 800 2.65% 1.23%

PRIVATE, OUTDOOR, AREA 595,175 14.34% 10.18% Private Lighting Sheet IV-28 210,792 29.00% 21.99% Area Lighting - Outdoor Sheet IV-29 6,910 18.49% 14.65% Area Lighting - Outdoor Sheet IV-30 326,842 9.68% 7.06% Floodlighting Service Sheet IV-32 26,157 28.82% 20.79% Outdoor Lighting Sheet IV-33 24,474 32.98% 28.11% Area Lighting - Outdoor LED Sheet IV-66 n/a n/a 14.84%

CUSTOMER-OWNED LIGHTING 79,569 27.15% 14.84% Recreational Lighting Sheet IV-21 65,016 24.55% 14.84% Customer Supplied Lighting Sheet IV-22 14,554 24.55% 14.84%

* Base rate revenue net of transmission and distribution cost recovery revenues. ** Transmission and distribution cost recovery factor revenue recovered in existing base rates will be reset to zero with this filing. *** Bill impact includes base rate revenue plus fuel factor, energy efficiency cost recovery factor, rate case expense surcharge, transmission cost recovery revenue, and distribution cost recovery revenue.

SWEPCO has proposed that its requested rate change become effective 35 days after the filing of the Petition and Statement of Intent. The proposed effective date is subject to suspension and extension by actions that may be taken by the Commission and other regulatory authorities. SWEPCO is proposing revisions to most tariffs and schedules. In addition, in order to facilitate future TCRF, DCRF, and Generation Cost Recovery Rider (GCRR) filings pursuant to 16 TAC §§ 25.239, 25.243, and 25.248, respectively, SWEPCO requests that the Commission: (1) set the Company’s current TCRF and DCRF to zero; and (2) establish in this docket the baseline values consisting of the inputs to the calculations that will be used to calculate SWEPCO’s TCRF, DCRF, and GCRR in future dockets. Persons with questions or who want more information on this Petition may contact SWEPCO at 428 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana 71101, or call toll-free at (888) 216-3523 during normal business hours. A complete copy of the Petition and related filings is available for inspection at the address listed in the previous sentence. Persons who wish to intervene in or comment upon these proceedings should notify the Commission as soon as possible, as an intervention deadline will be imposed. A request to intervene or for further information should be mailed to the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326. Further information may also be obtained by calling the Public Utility Commission at (512) 936-7120 or (888) 782-8477. Hearing- and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. A request for intervention or for further information should refer to Docket No. 51415. The deadline for intervention in the proceeding is 45 days after the date the application was filed with the commission, unless otherwise provided by order of the presiding officer. The presiding officer for Docket No. 51415 has ordered an intervention deadline of February 10, 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the preferred method for you to file your request for intervention or comments on the application is electronically, and you will be required to serve the request on other parties by email. Therefore, please include your own email address on the intervention request. Instructions for electronic filing via the “PUC Filer” on the Commission’s website can be found here: https://interchange.puc.texas.gov/ filer. Instructions for using the PUC Filer are available at http://www.puc.texas.gov/industry/filings/New_PUC_Web_Filer_Presentation.pdf. Once you obtain a tracking sheet associated with your filing from the PUC Filer, you may email the tracking sheet and the document you wish to file to: [email protected]. For assistance with your electronic filing, please contact the Commission’s Help Desk at (512) 936-7100 or [email protected]. You can review materials filed in this docket on the PUC Interchange at: http://interchange.puc.texas.gov/. Wednesday, December 16, 2020 Journal-Sun – 15

Santa socially distances Festivities FROM PAGE 1 Two of the biggest hits of that one could ride down Local kids enjoyed en- the night were the snow hill on an innertube. Kids of all tering the pen and getting himself at hospital in the parking lot in front shapes, sizes and ages stood up close and personal with of Luigi’s Italian Restaurant, in the long line waiting for sheep, goats, llamas, deer, Photos/Story ning where Santa was seated, at the Marshall Fire Ant Fes- and the petting zoo by the their turn. ponies, and a kangaroo. by Kate Stow and back down to Williams, tival, and was happy to show Chamber of Commerce De- The animals in the pet- The ponies were also giving CHRISTUS St. Michael passing the live nativity. off his winning moves. pot. ting zoo travelled all the way short rides. Hospital - Atlanta and Gen- According to Charlotte The animals used in the Santa’s reindeer were kept from Hico, Texas, where The activities of the eve- esis PrimeCare Ellington Mitchell, of Genesis Prime- Heritage Home Health live at the Plaza on Main, and they graze and rest at Noah’s ning, set against the town’s Memorial Clinic presented Care, they planned for at nativity included Oliver the Mrs. Claus was greeting Way Exotic Farm between Christmas decorations and “Cruise through Christmas,” least 300 children, and the llama, Jenny the donkey, and children in front of Camelot show gigs. According to the piped in holiday music, a community holiday cel- line was long in all direc- Melvin the goat. The crea- Manor Antiques on Main. owner, Cole Reeves, they left everyone that attended ebration, Monday night at tions leading to the hospital tures are all owned by Curtis The snow hill was a tall usually do over 70 shows a feeling holly and jolly once the hospital located at 1007 for over an hour. Lane of Linden, a Physician’s slide caked with fake snow year until the pandemic. again. South William Street. As each vehicle drove Assistant and home health The annual event, which through the awning, chil- volunteer. had a different twist this year dren, adults and even some Mike Onuoha, the spiritu- for health safety, featured a pets, hung out of their win- al care director for CHRIS- live Nativity with performers dows to greet Santa, the so- TUS St. Michael Hospital, and animals, Freddy the First cially distanced way, and was on-hand to help Santa, Aid Frog, Santa Claus, good- receive a goody bag from Freddy and the helpers greet ie bags for children, classic Santa’s helpers. visitors. Chris Easley of At- Christmas tunes from the The Genesis PrimeCare lanta loaned his 1967 GMC 50s and 60s and more. The mascot, Freddy the First pickup truck to Santa for the driving path started on Wil- Aid Frog, was there as well, evening, since there wasn’t liams Street, winded around greeting his fans. Freddy re- any room under the awning the parking lot up to the aw- cently won a mascot contest for the sled and reindeer. 16 – Journal-Sun Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Hit Us With Your Best Shot

If you live in Cass County, you are eligible to submit your photos, along with description, to: [email protected] for a chance to have your photo printed in the newspaper! Photos must be at least 1 MB in size and in focus. No nudity or lewd images will be accepted. Winning photo will be judged on content, concept, lighting and clarity.

Photo by Kate Stow It’s ‘snow’ fun! Even though temps were not quite freezing, these area children enjoyed an im- promptu snow during the Hometown Christmas festivities over the weekend. Be- low is just one of the many vendors at the Maker’s Market.

This week we had 7 entries. The winner, with 45 votes, was Bryan Foreman of Atlanta. Bryan and his wife live on a farm close to Huffines. He is a project manager for Johnson Controls and plays guitar in a jazz trio. He is also an aspiring photographer. In October he took this photo of Hector, his Anatolian Pyrenees livestock guardian dog, who is currently seven months old and 66 pounds.

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