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Freestone County City-wide Garage Sale Map Theinnovative distinguishedTimes independent Page 1 & 5-A One Dollar Vol. 19 No. 37 PUBLISHED IN THE FREESTONE COUNTY SEAT, FAIRFIELD, TEXAS Wednesday, September 9, 2020 County Volunteer Firefighters’ Washing Machines Approved
irty laundry was along with some Fire Stations bunker gear to making it so upgrade the current camera Ddiscussed during the not even having machines for the soap amount is always system. Wednesday, September 2, the firefighters to use. correct. They help make our The Commissioner’s Court 2020, Freestone County Romine explains that when Fire fighters clean, sanitary will look at this in more detail Commissioner’s Court, along you use a residential washer/ and safe. at a later date. with employee appreciation dryer with their bunker gear, Additionally, the CARES act Freestone County received and security upgrades. it usually takes, “All night to includes a grant that will pay $20,732.98 from the Capital Justin Romine of Teague Fire the next day before you can for the machines, although the Credit Fund, and the Department, representing get it back in service.” County must spend the money commissioner’s decided this the Freestone County Fire The new washing machines first and then be reimbursed. would be best spent split Association, along with will help to disinfect and A motion was made and 50/50 between the two county Shawn Allen the Government sanitize their gear, and the carried to purchase this libraries. Sales Manager of Aadvantage new dryers will help to get the equipment. The Road and Bridge workers Laundry Systems, approached gear back in service faster. Guardian Security Solutions salary will be removed from the Commissioners to request Allen additionally explained made a presentation on the pay grades, and assigned new washing machines and that these machines work upgrading and installing a dryers. differently, from spinning at variety of security equipment. -County- The current machines are old, a speed that will not damage It was strongly advised to Page 3-A Withdrawn From Council Race ast week, a Fairfield councilman Wortham. City of Teague Lwithdrew his candidacy in the Elections are set for Tuesday, November Vying for Mayor will be incumbent upcoming City Council election. 3, 2020 with early voting starting October James Monks against challenger Lois In an official statement, Councilman 13, 2020. Mims. James Tyus said, “As Vice-President In addition, a Special Election has been Incumbent Jerry Ballew, Alderman of Haynie Tyus Land Development, I called for Fairfield Hospital District for Place 1, is unopposed. Bringing down a Cougar opponent is Wortham withdraw my candidacy for Place 2 on Voting “for” or “against” the proposition Running for Alderman Place 3 is Bulldog #72, Alfredo Molina, during the match-up against Fairfield City Council election November to reducing the tax rate in Fairfield incumbent Marie Hertenbeger and Rosebud-Lott on Friday, September 4, 2020. Turn to page 1-B 3, 2020, due to ethics concerns of future Hospital District for the current year former Alderwoman Marilyn Michaud. for additional sports coverage. (Photo by Jennifer Lansford) developments in Fairfield. from 0.215 to 0.137203 for the 2019-2020 City of Streetman “Due to late withdrawal filing, my Fiscal Year. Filing for Mayor is incumbent Johnny name will still be on the ballot,” he Here are the candidates for city and Robinson. concluded. school elections: Seeking to fill two At-Large Normally held in May, both City City of Fairfield Commissioner seats are incumbents Council, Citizens Talk Council and School Board elections were Running for Mayor will be incumbent Heather Davis and Barbara Polk, and postponed to the November 3rd General Kenneth Hughes against challenger challenger Billy R. Butler. Election Day, due to health and safety Jason Bosley. Fairfield ISD Fairfield Library Needs concerns regarding the coronavirus Seeking Place 1 Council position will be Three candidates will be running for two pandemic. Jeffrey Price and Bettye Trask. At-Large spots on the Board of Trustees. o one denies the City of Fairfield’s love and need of the This year’s elections include the cities Vying for Place 2 Council position will NFairfield Library, not the City or the County, notthe of Fairfield, Teague and Streetman, be incumbent Randy Johnson and James -City, School- Mayor or citizens, and certainly not the people who have put and the school districts of Fairfield and Tyus (withdrawn). Page 3-A in countless hours keeping the Library running. A special meeting was held Tuesday, September 1, 2020, by the City of Fairfield Councilmen that allowed a discussion over the possible funding for Fairfield Library. Ca l e n d a r This meeting was attended via teleconferencing, and at time the Shopping Antiques in County sound quality made it very difficult to hear who was who, or to even Teague hear them at all. Big T Memorial Golf Scramble ith the Fairfield City Wide Garage Sale coming this Saturday, September 12, 2020, One visitor spoke early to point out that the Library is more September 12th - 9AM Weveryone has their mind set on finding unique and fun items. than story time. Relationships are built there. Tri-County Golf Club Including, but not limited to, antiques and collectibles plus maybe a little bit of vintage. City Administrator Nate Smith stated that the Library is a $75 per person Antiques are reminders of days gone by and sometimes a show of elegance or craftsmanship valued asset and it will continue to be, and that discussions have that is not as commonly seen in today’s modern goods. begun for funding and long term framework for funding. Wortham They are popular enough today that you can find shops entirely dedicated to the beauty of Smith also reminded everyone that the budget vote would Lawn Mower Racing antiques or mall setups that vary what they offer. not be until later in the month. Septmeber 12th - 7:00 pm Freestone County has seven shops that offer antiques to their customers, one in Wortham, Councilman Place 2 Randy Johnson told everyone that the Camp Shayla Mower Speedway Texas, two in Teague, Texas Council will not allow the library to close, but that sometimes $25 per person and four in Fairfield, Texas. they have to cut things they don’t want to in order to meet budget. Wortham Antique Mall Their main responsibility is to the health of the City of Located at 211 E. Main Fairfield. Johnson also asked that the citizens give them an In s i d e Street in Wortham (which is opportunity. still the original brick road) is Councilman Place 3 Bobby Nichols explained how no one Obituaries this giant antique store full of had ever told the council about the accreditation. Page 4-A an eclectic variety of beautiful Councilman Place 4 Landis Bayless said, “The Library is a items. great asset to the town, how are going to get the revenue?” They offer antique tools Bayless reminded people that the City of Fairfield has the High School Sports to glass, china to signs, and lowest tax rate of all the towns around. Page 1 & 2-B much more to see, as you A discussion followed over the monies the Library receives carefully wind through their from Freestone County and how much money is needed for path. accreditation. Their focus is on antiques, Smith explained that to his understanding, the Library amount needed for accreditation for -Antiques- Western piece from renowned Texas artist, Amanda Smith, each fiscal year changes, and -Library- Page 6-A is available for purchase at Junkin’ Jo’s in Teague, Texas. that half of that needs to come Page 3-A
We take our responsibility to maintain a safe and Doing Our Part sanitized shopping and work environment seriously. t Increased store and car cleaning and disinfecting to create a safer shopping environment Thank you for your continued support as we all work through this dif cult time! 2-A | w w w .Fr e e s t o n e Co u n t y Ti m e s .c o m September 9, 2020 Saturday, September 12th Fairfield Citywide Garage Sale 20
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1. 229 CR 441 – 6 miles east of Fairfield 12. 643 Sunnyvale Lane – Thousand Oaks 23. 106 Gilpin Drive
2. 700 Post Oak Rd. – Fairfield Church of Christ 13. 780 Southwood Lane – Thousand Oaks 24. 118 Sunset
3. 167 Songwood St. – Lakewood 14. 792 Canary Lane – Thousand Oaks 25. 104 Forest Dr.
4. – 901 Walnut Creek Dr. – Child’s Addition 15. 305 E. Commerce St. – Creations Flowers & Gifts 26. Lott’s Physical Therapy
5. 911 Walnut Creek Dr. – Child’s Addition 16. 427 E. Reunion St. 27. 700 Sth I45
6. 1004 Walnut Creek Dr. – Child’s Addition 17. 410 Meadowbrook Lane 28. 185 PR 1289 – Oak Forest
7. 910 Watson St. – Child’s Addition 18. 310 Ashley Lane 29. 203 PR 1283 – Oak Forest
8. 430 Oak Ridge Dr. – Child’s Addition 19. 210 W. College St. 30. 105 PR 1295 – Willowcreek Farm Addition
9. 301 Peachtree – Child’s Addition 20. 320 State Hwy 75 North 31. 445 Oakridge Dr. - Child’s Addition
10. 567 Ferndale – Thousand Oaks 21. 420 Bond St. 32. 608 Robindale Lane - Thousand Oaks
11. 782 Robindale Lane – Thousand Oaks 22. 109 Shady Lane
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County Covid-19 Cases FAIRFIELD UPDATE: POLICE REPORT Visit g.is/1WDSrb to view the Health report. of Palestine dated Friday, September 4, Department’s numbers, and all the Numbers shown below are the current 2020) Chief David Utsey information available. ACTIVE cases only. These numbers were collected at 2:30 Always remember that the numbers --Freestone County - 195 (190 recovered) p.m. Monday, September 7, 2020. are what were reported from the state, (Taken from the State of Texas The inmate unit list has been shortened and there are many factors included in Department of Health Services Case to only include the prisons in Freestone Monday, Aug. 31st counting numbers. Count dated Sunday, September 6, County and surrounding counties. 12:51 PM-Officer Alexander to serve criminal trespass notice. The website states that, “All data are 2020) For more information on other units 4:45 PM-Officer Alexander on report of suspicious subject. provisional and subject to change.” --Navarro County - 146 (1227 recovered) visit tdcj.texas.gov/covid-19/mac_ 9:52 PM-Officer Hernandez assist Trooper on traffic stop. Also, make sure and pay attention (Taken from the Navarro County dashboard.html and select desktop or 10:08 PM-Officer Hernandez on report of reckless driver. East of Town to the tab. If you check there are a Emergency Management website dated mobile. 10:58 PM-Officer Hernandez on report of disturbance in variety of tabs on the website ranging Friday, September 4, 2020) Current numbers of confirmed active residence, ended up not being any, reporting party having from positive cases in total, recoveries, --Limestone County - 132 (338 case inmates in the State of Texas as of mental issues. deaths, actives cases, and much more recovered) (Taken from the State of Friday, September 4, 2020 are as follows Tuesday, Sept. 1st information. Texas Department of Health Services : 6:20 AM-Officer Alexander on report of alarm going off. The following are the counts for positive Case Count dated Sunday, September 6, --Beto -1 inmate and 3 employees 6:58 AM-Officer Alexander on report of dog running at large. test received in regards to COVID-19 2020) --Boyd - 0 inmates and 6 employees 12:51 PM-Officer Alexander on alarm going off. testing in the five-county region. --Leon County - 44 (156 recovered) (Taken --Coffield - 4 inmates and 22 employees Wednesday, Sept. 2nd As a note, the Texas Department of State from the State of Texas Department --Gurney - 0 inmate and 3 employees 1:31 AM-Officer Hernandez on report of power line down. Health Services COVID-19 dashboard of Health Services Case Count dated --Michael - 3 inmates and 14 employees 2:29 AM-Officer Hernandez on report of alarm going off. is considered to be, “provisional and Sunday, September 6, 2020) --Powledge - 25 inmates and 2 7:47 AM-Officer Alexander on report of alarm going off. subject to change.” --Anderson County - 493 (333 recovered) employees 9:18 AM-Officer Alexander on report of 911 call, was weather Always follow the numbers officials (Taken from a press release by the City Victoria Keng reporting. related. 10:10 AM-Officer Alexander on report of phone harassment. 1:04 PM-Officer Alexander on report of dog running at large. 1. 229 CR 441 – 6 miles east of Fairfield 12. 643 Sunnyvale Lane – Thousand Oaks 23. 106 Gilpin Drive 8:28 PM-Officer Ashley and Cox on reported disturbance. Thursday, Sept. 3rd 2. 700 Post Oak Rd. – Fairfield Church of Christ 13. 780 Southwood Lane – Thousand Oaks 24. 118 Sunset 6:39 AM-Officer Alexander on report of alarm going off. 1:26 PM-Officer Alexander attempt to locate vehicle in town 3. 167 Songwood St. – Lakewood 14. 792 Canary Lane – Thousand Oaks 25. 104 Forest Dr. -City, School- -County- from another state to do a welfare check on driver. 4. – 901 Walnut Creek Dr. – Child’s Addition 15. 305 E. Commerce St. – Creations Flowers & Gifts 26. Lott’s Physical Therapy 7:55 PM-Officer Ashley and Cox to meet a complainant in Continued from 1-A Continued from 1-A Featured in FVFD Fundraiser reference to a eviction. 5. 911 Walnut Creek Dr. – Child’s Addition 16. 427 E. Reunion St. 27. 700 Sth I45 They are incumbents Kevin its own pay grade scale at a 8:57 PM-Officer Ashley and Cox on report of alarm going off. Benedict and John Fryer, later date. Friday, Sept. 4th 6. 1004 Walnut Creek Dr. – Child’s Addition 17. 410 Meadowbrook Lane 28. 185 PR 1289 – Oak Forest along with challenger Kyle The County made an 7:28 AM-Officer Alexander on alarm going off. Lightsey. agreement with Windstream Golf Ball Drop 7:59 AM-Officer Alexander on report od alarm going off. 7. 910 Watson St. – Child’s Addition 18. 310 Ashley Lane 29. 203 PR 1283 – Oak Forest Wortham ISD to include the Annex II 2:06 PM-Officer Alexander on 2 vehicle wreck. 4:16 PM-Officer Alexander on alarm going off. 8. 430 Oak Ridge Dr. – Child’s Addition 19. 210 W. College St. 30. 105 PR 1295 – Willowcreek Farm Addition Incumbent Michael Dunn is building that will actually What do Fairfield, golf balls, and the Fire Department Saturday, Sept. 5th unopposed for Place 5 on the lower the payments close to have in common? The Golf Ball Drop fundraiser coming 10:01 AM-Cpl. Price to meet a complainant. 9. 301 Peachtree – Child’s Addition 20. 320 State Hwy 75 North 31. 445 Oakridge Dr. - Child’s Addition Board of Trustees. $10k annually. on Saturday, October 31, 2020 at the Tri-County Golf Club 11:13 PM-Cpl. Price on report of alarm going off. Place 6 incumbent Russell County employees will be at the Vineyards. 10. 567 Ferndale – Thousand Oaks 21. 420 Bond St. 32. 608 Robindale Lane - Thousand Oaks 11:27 PM-Officer Hernandez assist Deputy on traffic stop. Black will face challenger enjoying an Appreciation All anyone has to do is fine their friendly Fairfield Sunday, Sept. 6th Waylon Gierisch. Day on Tuesday to exten their Firefighter, and buy your tickets, $5 per ball or 25 balls for 11. 782 Robindale Lane – Thousand Oaks 22. 109 Shady Lane 12:51 AM-Officer Hernandez on suspicious vehicle. Unopposed is Place 7 Labor Day holiday weekend. $100. incumbent Jeff Jones. Sheriff Jeremy Shipley’s But, how do you win? Okay! One of Fairfield’s own Karen Leidy reporting. departments allowed for a firefighters is going to climb WAAAYYY up the ladder ‘bonus’ eight hours for each truck and drop all the golf balls onto the golf course. employee to pick their own Whichever balls gets closest, wins!!! Then the next one date, as the jail and sheriff’s out and the next one out, they also win. -Library- office cannot let everyone off Just to mix it up though, the one farthest away also wins. RUTHERFORD Continued from 1-A for a day. So you have four chances to win up to $1200 (or 15% of the The agreement for joint sales). from local revenue. elections for the November 3, You do not have to be present to win, but considering TREE SERVICE Library Director Gary 2020, elections between: how this works, you probably want to be there just to see Tree Removal | Trimming | Stump Grinding Wiggins stated that not --Cities of Streetman, Teague it happening. receiving the money does and Fairfield This will be taking place at the end of their 2020 Golf Fence Clearing | Driveways not mean they will not --Fairfield and Wortham ISD Tournament, bringing an exciting ending to a fun filled survive, and he wanted that --Fairfield Hospital District day. CALL BILLY KENT 903-229-7795 to be clear. Linda Jarvis stated that, If you have any questions, contact Fairfield Fire Chief The meeting also covered “Everyone will have Chandler Baggerly at 903-644-6995. two other items: specialized ballots,” although Victoria Keng reporting. --Public hearing for the everything will be combined proposed tax rate of on one ballot instead of $0.464582, in which no one multiple ones. spoke She further pointed out 2019 --Public hearing over the there are thirteen or fourteen 2020/2021 fiscal year budget, different ballots to make sure FREESTONE COUNTY TIMES, INC. again, no one spoke everyone votes for what they 401 East Commerce Street | Fairfield, Texas 75840 The council will be meeting should. Freestone County 903-389-NEWS (6397) again on Tuesday, September Other things discussed [email protected] | [email protected] 8, 2020, as The “Times” is include: Game Management www.FreestoneCountyTimes.com heading to newsstands, --A man spoke up during the Publisher...... 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1. 229 CR 441 – 6 miles east of Fairfield 17. 410 Meadowbrook Lane
2. 700 Post Oak Rd. – Fairfield Church of Christ 18. 310 Ashley Lane
3. 167 Songwood St. – Lakewood 19. 210 W. College St.
4. – 901 Walnut Creek Dr. – Child’s Addition 20. 320 State Hwy 75 North
5. 911 Walnut Creek Dr. – Child’s Addition 21. 420 Bond St.
6. 1004 Walnut Creek Dr. – Child’s Addition 22. 109 Shady Lane
7. 910 Watson St. – Child’s Addition 23. 106 Gilpin Drive
8. 430 Oak Ridge Dr. – Child’s Addition 24. 118 Sunset
9. 301 Peachtree – Child’s Addition 25. 104 Forest Dr.
30 10. 567 Ferndale – Thousand Oaks 26. Lott’s Physical Therapy
11. 782 Robindale Lane – Thousand Oaks 27. 700 Sth I45
12. 643 Sunnyvale Lane – Thousand Oaks 28. 185 PR 1289 – Oak Forest
13. 780 Southwood Lane – Thousand Oaks 29. 203 PR 1283 – Oak Forest
14. 792 Canary Lane – Thousand Oaks 30. 105 PR 1295 – Willowcreek Farm Addition
Hwy 27 - 15. 305 E. Commerce St. – Creations Flowers & Gifts 31. 445 Oakridge Dr. - Child’s Addition Westwood 16. 427 E. Reunion St. 32. 608 Robindale Lane - Thousand Oaks
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-Antiques- Continued from 1-A vintage and collectable items, and they do have a lot of them. If you plan to visit, they are open Thursday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 Teague Thrift Store p.m.
Teague Thrift Store Owned by the Teague Historical Preservation Society, INC., the Teague Thrift Store is an ever- changing collection of donated items that vary depending on what they receive each week. The monies raised go towards restoration projects, such as the Historical Teague Hotel. They plan to soon open a location across the street that will house tools and similar items. Hours are Thursday through Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. They are located at 306 Main St, Teague.
Junkin’ Jo’s Also located in Teague is Junkin’ Jo’s Antiques and Boutiques. This is a sort of mall set up with vendors with different booths, offering a variety of items. Antiques are, obviously, one of the major items offered here; but there is so much more. Items can range from antique dinnerware and furniture up to gift ideas, as well as work from renowned Texas artist, Amanda Smith. The doors are open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and located Wortham Antique Mall at 325 E Loop 255 in Teague.
The Warehouse a.k.a. Lazy Texan Newly relocated and expanded, the Lazy Texan has joined with Junkin Gypsie and Country Clutter to become The Warehouse. They are located in the old Ballard AC building at 235 S Fairway in Fairfield. Goods are many times handpicked while owners are ‘Gone Junkin’, including yard décor and furniture and whatever finds are made. The Warehouse Stop by Monday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to see what all they have to offer, but the “Gone Junkin’” sign means that they are out doing just that.
Armadillo Emporium Located right off the Courthouse Square in Fairfield, Texas, this shop offers a huge assortment. Armadillo Emporium Antiques mix in with the beautiful jewelry and collectibles. Painting classes are also hosted there. Vendors keep the selection varied and exciting with stuff being moved around frequently enough to justify visiting often. They are open Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Parker Square Mall Parker Square Mall Located in Fairfield as well, this antique mall proudly showcases shelf after shelf of antique glass intertwined with beautiful, old and elegant furniture. The multiple booths are full, most offering antiques, but there is also a selection of gift items, plus more of artistAmanda Smith’s work. Parker Square Mall has been bringing people in, from across the nation, for many years, and for what looks to be many more years to come. The doors are open Tuesday and Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday Cucklbur Trading 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Cucklebur Trading Located right outside Fairfield on Highway 84 east is a combination of booth rentals and the fun mixture that is expected when shopping at Cucklebur. The front half carries booths which are more gifts and collectable oriented, and the back half is where the antiques are partying. Multiple pieces of good quality furniture, aged to perfection, are found along with a huge collection of dolls. They are open Monday through Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Fashion model Erin Wasson once said, “I shop a lot more for furniture than I do for clothes. I much prefer going to an antique shop full of obscurities.” Take Ms. Wasson’s advice and go check out one of the local “antique shop full of obscurities.”
Photography and reporting by Victoria Keng.
TRI-COUNTY GOLF CLUB Now offering routes and serving At the Vineyards is hosting of Freestone County The Big T Memorial “Big Golf Scramble” ALL Benefitting Big T’s Buddies Autism Support Network Seventy-five year old propane company in Mexia is extending their service both North and East to service ALL of Freestone County, Texas. Saturday, September 12, 2020 Services include Tank Rentals & Sales; Deliveries & Repairs. $75 per person - $300 per four-man team Hole Sponsors $100 CALL TODAY at 254-562-3825. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd Long Drive Contest-Closest to Hole-Buy a Drive-and other fun activities
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Join us for our 1st Annual Big T “Big Golf Scramble,” benefitting charities in the 5-county area, in Memory of Terry “Big T” Lair. Big T was known for his huge smile, large personality, and generous spirit. You could find him volunteering his services in and around Fairfield, 1442 N. Hwy 14 - Mexia 254-562-3825 cooking for charities, hosting events in the oilfield, always helping others. We are trying to match his enthusiasm and giving heart by raising monies for schools, camps, and families in the Freestone, Limestone, Leon, Navarro, and Anderson Counties.
Big T’s Buddies, along with Golden Circle Special Needs Association, has in the last 3 years, donated to area schools for life skills for our special-needs classes, day camps, and other charitable deeds. All monies raised in this tournament will go to helping others with special needs.
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Jeff Kirgan 903-431-3611 Leldon Childs 903-391-2341 Tri-County Golf Club 254-739-5600 903-389-NEWS | www.freestonecountytimes.com September 9, 2020 w w w .Fr e e s t o n e Co u n t y Ti m e s .c o m | 1-B Lions Fall 22-7 in Home Opener The Teague Lions continued the non-district portion of the scheduled with a second tough opponent in the home opener. Teague trailed 8-7 at the half but Lago Vista scored two unanswered touchdowns to preserve the Vikings victory. Teague was coming off a loss in the opener to three- time state champion Mart and would take on a Lago Vista team seeing their first action of the season. The Vikings took charge early in the first quarter as the teams had their opening possessions. It was the big play for Lago Vista with Logan Parsons ripping off a 67- yard touchdown run with 8:46 remaining in the opening quarter. Braden Smith took the ball on the conversion and scored the two points to give the Vikings an 8-0 lead. The Lions matched that scored with 1:18 remaining in the first quarter. Senior running back Nemier Herod broke away from the Viking defense and scored on a 12-yard touchdown run. The extra point was good, and Teague had cut the Viking lead to one at 8- 7. Lago Vista began to take control midway through the third quarter and tacked on a touchdown with 5:21 remaining. Adrian Hernandez tossed a 23-yard pass to Jordan Tait and the Viking built a 15-7 following the point after. Leading the charge with punt to Rosebud-Lott is Wortham’s #18, Michael Chasteen, during last week’s varsity Lago Vista added a late touchdown run by Parsons to game. (Photo by Jennifer Lansford) set the final score at 22-7. The Teague Lions take to the road next week when they travel to Madisonville to tangle with the Mustangs, game time is set for a 7:30 kickoff. Scott Batts reporting. SMILE Cougars Maul Bulldogs ...and The “Times” is there! The Wortham Bulldog offense suffered four the ball and used the blocking in front of him
Go online to see all our photos (just click "Photos" at the top) interceptions and the Rosebud-Lott Cougars and raced down the far sideline for a 72 yard www.freestonecountytimes.com took advantage of those turnovers with a 32- kickoff return and the Bulldogs tied the game 13 win at Blackcat Stadium on the campus of on the point after off the foot of Saravia. Lady Bulldogs Battle Dawson Mexia High School. With just over a minute remaining in the half, Wortham lost to Dawson is Wortham could move the ball on offense but the Cougars would take the lead. Rosebud-Lott five sets last week: Lost 19-25; the turnover ended four drives, a couple when was forced to punt deep in their own territory Won 25-11; Lost 28-30; Won the Bulldogs were on the verge of scoring. and a short punt put the Bulldog offense on 25-20; and Lost 11-15. It was the Bulldog defense with the first the field at the Cougar 39. On the first play of Riley Winstead lead the big play of the game. Lane McDaniel picked the drive, Bulldog quarterback Ryken Lewis offense with 9 kills, 3 blocks, off a Jamarquis Johnson pass and set the threw down the line of scrimmage to his 2 aces, and 1 dig. Bulldogs up near midfield. Tanner Bean and receiver. Coker stepped in front of the pass Cate Samford had 5 kills, 3 Diego Saravia had some runs for key first and raced down the sideline for the 54-yard digs, and 3 blocks. downs and Bean finished the drive with a interception return. The kick failed and the Madison Newhouse had 5 14-yard touchdown run midway through the Bulldogs trailed at the half 19-13. kills, 2 digs, and 1 assist. first quarter. The point after failed and the The Wortham offense stalled on the first RaShay Covey had 4 kills, 4 Bulldogs led 6-0 drive of the second half and punted to the digs, and 2 aces. The Cougars answered just before the end of Cougars. Rosebud-Lott needed eight plays to Dakota Butler had 2 kills, 1 the first quarter. Rosebud-Lott began at the go 63 yards and Lewis finished the offensive block, 1 dig and 1 assist. 34-yard line and Johnson accounted for most possession with a one-yard blast up the Setter Allie McCoslin had 9 of the yardage. Steven Ruhl caught a pass middle. The point after failed but the Cougars assists and 4 digs. across the middle for a first down and Breon had their first double digit lead of the game. Setter Reagan Stuver had 12 Lewis took a jet sweep to the Bulldog three. Wortham put together a great drive and assists, 15 digs and 1 kill. Johnson scored on the run and the failed point pushed into scoring position and Bean scored Leading in defense and serve after tied the game at 6- 6. on a nine-yard run that was called back on a receive was Libero Kenlie Rosebud-Lott scored to go ahead in the game penalty. Three plays later the drive stalled on Stuver with 12 digs, defensive late in the first half. Beginning at their own fourth down. The Cougars kept possession specialist Grace McCoslin 37-yard line, Johnson and John Paul Reyna for most of the fourth quarter with a 17-play with 9 digs and 3 aces and had some big runs and Johsnon completed drive that featured two touchdowns called Kayla Hernandez with 2 digs. two passes, the second to Colby Coker for the back by penalties, the first with a celebration By Coach DeAnna Whaley. 10 yard touchdown. Lewis added the extra before crossing the goal line and the second on point and the Cougars had their first lead of the game 13- 6. -Bulldogs- WORTHAM LADY BULLDOG Kenlie Stuver with a nice save during Tuesday night’s game On the ensuing kickoff, McDaniel picked up Page 3-B against Dawson. (Photo by Jennifer Lansford)
Varsity Football
FAIRFIELD EAGLES Aug. 28 Rusk Loss | 42-14 Sept. 4 Brownsboro Cancelled Sept. 11 Athens 7:30 Sept. 18 @Robinson 7:30 Sept. 25 @Groesbeck 7:30 Oct. 2 Kemp 7:30 Oct. 9 @Teague 7:30 Oct. 16 @Eustace 7:30 Oct. 23 Malakoff 7:30 Oct. 30 Open Nov. 6 Open
TEAGUE LIONS Aug. 28 Mart Loss | 34-7 Sept. 4 Lago Vista Loss | 22-7 Sept. 11 @Madisonville 7:30 Sept. 18 @Buffalo 7:30 Sept. 25 Kemp 7:30 Oct. 2 @Malakoff 7:30 Oct. 9 Fairfield 7:30 Oct. 16 @Groesbeck 7:30 Oct. 23 Eustace 7:30 Oct. 30 Open Nov. 6 Open
WORTHAM BULLDOGS Aug. 28 Itasca Win | 34-6 Sept. 4 Rosebud-Lott Loss | 32-13 Sept. 11 Dawson 7:30 Sept. 18 Cayuga 7:30 Sept. 25 @Marlin 7:30 Oct. 2 Hubbard 7:00 Oct. 9 Frost 7:00 Oct. 16 @Chilton 7:00 Oct. 23 Bremond 7:00 Oct. 30 @Mart 7:00 Nov. 6 Open
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Go, Lady Eagles! Fairfield Varsity Volleyball
Setting up the 2020-2021 school year are the Lady Eagle Varsity Volleyball members: Avery Thaler, Essence Watkins, Ava Grecu, Makensy Isaacs, Jenny Pina, Cami Wilson, Kendal Crawford, Madison Beasley, Breynna Dowell, Alyssa Whitaker, Makayla Van, Audrey Archibald, and Jarahle Daniels..
(Photo Courtesy of FHS Yearbook Staff)
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Students and staff members at the school are being bunched up in the cafeteria.” practicing COVID-19 safety at the start of the For social distancing purposes, pep rallies semester by social distancing, wearing masks, are held on the football field every Friday, and keeping hands and supplies clean. unless it rains. Pep rallies will be cancelled on As of now, there are 380 in-person learners rainy days. and 112 virtual learners, with a total of 492 “Make sure you keep your mask on and students. Students who are absent from spread out,” said Sharon Large. “If we don’t, school for any reason can check in online with we won’t be allowed to have anymore pep their second period teacher and be counted rallies.” present for the day, as long as they complete There have been a few cases of COVID-19 their online work for the day. exposure among the varsity football team. “We would rather err on the side of caution Many of the players are currently quarantining and safety,” vice principal Rick Frauenberger themselves and a handful of them are waiting said. “Administration and everybody involved on test results. There are no confirmed cases is trying to take every precaution to keep our on campus at this time. students as safe as possible. We want to stay in “There’s like three or four boys that may school and more importantly, stay healthy.” have been exposed,” junior Kelton Carlson Students must wear face masks at all required said. “They’re cancelling this week’s game times, use the hand sanitizer provided, and and making them quarantine until we know get tested when showing any symptoms of for sure. Hopefully, the whole season isn’t Ben Havens (center) holds certificate and is flanked by his parents, Katherine and John Havens. the virus. Students are also required to social cancelled.” Fairfield Post Commander, Roger Brooke, (far left) and Jr. Vice Commander, Charles Morgan, distance during lunch and break periods, or There are no positive test results as of now. (far right), offered congratulations. (Submitted Photo) otherwise keep their face coverings on. It is confirmed that the Brownsboro football “It feels so weird to be so far apart at lunch,” game for tonight [September 4, 2020] is junior Ashleigh Harris said. “I’m used to cancelled; the rest of the season is scheduled Fairfield VFW Post 5872 to continue.
-Bulldogs- Salutes Outstanding Performance Continued from 1-B Miss Fall Frolic The Fairfield Post of the Veterans of Foreign District level of VFW where it was judged to be Wars, presented a plaque and a monetary superior to all entries from seven other VFW a holding penalty. With just Scholarship Pageant award to Ben Havens, a senior at Wortham posts and thereby was declared the winner of over two minutes remaining High School. Ben competed in the “Voice of District # 29 competition. As such, his work in the game, Ruhl caught a 19- Saturday, September 26, 2020 Democracy” contest in which all 9th through was forwarded to State VFW Headquarters in yard touchdown pass to close th out the scoring. at the Jewett Civic Center 12 grade students were invited to write an Austin for State competition. essay on the topic “What Makes America Ben and his proud parents, John and Bean had over 100 yards Girls ages 0-18 Great” and submit a recording of the reading Katherine Havens, were guests of Fairfield rushing in the losing effort and of the essay to the nearest local VFW Post. VFW when the Post met on September 1 at this Friday the Bulldogs will $500 Scholarship Ben’s essay and recording were rated Sam’s Restaurant. All Post members were very have their home opener. They Cash Prizes * Crowns & Sashes for All outstanding by the Fairfield VFW Post 5872 pleased to meet such a patriotic and skillful will welcome in the Dawson Registration packets available at the and deemed to be the best of all entries received youngster, and they were glad to congratulate Bulldogs in a rivalry that Jewett Area Chamber of spans over 70 meetings, game in Fairfield. As winner of the Fairfield Post his parents on having raised such a fine young Commerce, contest, his theme paper was submitted to the man. time is set for a scheduled 7:30 kickoff. 111 N. Robinson, Jewett, TX Scott Batts reporting. or online at www.jewetttexas.org Regular Registration Due by Sept. 15. Everyone Invited To Enter Late Registration Due by Sept. 22 Need more info? th Contact the JACC at (903) Chamber’s 5 Annual Scarecrow Contest 626.4202 or via email at [email protected] Fairfield Chamber of Celebrity, etc. Entry applications must the month of October. Commerce’s Fifth Annual Design a scarecrow be received by Friday, Scarecrows must be taken Scarecrow Contest is open depicting your favorite September 18th. down on Nov. 6th or 7th. to all ages, individuals, fairytale, storybook, animal Space is limited, so it will Stop by the Chamber families, clubs, groups & or fantasy figure and let your be based on a first come, first office for an application, or businesses. Each person, imagination run wild. Use served basis. There are only more information, at 900 W. Exclusive family, or group may only of bright colors or unique 23 light posts available. Commerce Street in Fairfield. enter one time. materials is encouraged. The scarecrows may be Or, give them a call at 903- Countywide Divisions include: Note: If you use papier- installed Saturday, October 389-5792. --Adult Individual or Adult mache, be sure it is sealed to 10th 8am-5pm or Sunday, News Coverage Group (Clubs, Church, or protect it from the elements. October 11th 8am-5pm. Civic Groups) No Political Statements Only scarecrows registered --Youth Individual or Youth or Inappropriate Displays by 4:00 pm on September Groups (Schools, Scouts, Allowed. 18th will be considered POLITICAL Teams, Clubs) Must be Business category ONLY by the judges. Lamp posts Roo ng completed by children under may have advertisements. will be voted on by the CALENDAR 14 years of age. The Chamber of Commerce community. Look for ballots Remodeling --Business Group (Let your reserves the right to at local businesses! Scarecrow promote your disqualify entries they feel to There is NO entry fee. Cost & General Business!) be distasteful or not family to participate is FREE!!! Seamless ELECTION Theme may be Traditional, friendly. The scarecrows will remain November 3 Whimsical, Fairytale, Check for additional rules on display for the public, Gutters Humorous, Fantasy, with the Chamber. weather permitting, through County Commissioner Pct. 1 Andy Bonner (R) Constable Pct. 1 Buck Bonner (R) County Commissioner Pct. 3 Lloyd Lane (R) Constable Pct. 3 Richard McGowan (R) Constable Pct. 4 Ken I. Sessions (R)
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Best Bulls – Light------74-78 Two friends travelling Pairs through backcountry Top------N/T Low middle------N/T Colorado scouting for elk Best Stocker Cows and trout in a pickup camper Young------850-950 loaded with gear, stopped at Older------575-700 the base of a mountain to grab Some hunts have been interrupted by bad weather, like the one illustrated above. a drink out of the back. They That’s to be expected. Others have been affected by myriad circumstances, including “operator stood admiring the scenery error.” (Photo by John Jefferson) before resuming their assent. Buffalo Livestock Marketing, Inc. Sometime later, near the Russell L deCordova Cody deCordova Ty deCordova summit, they wanted another morning before daylight. to-face with a bobcat. My son killed his fourth sheep of the P.O. Box Drawer P, Buffalo, Texas 75831 drink. The other guy went to To eliminate coffee before and I sat in a dark deer blind Grand Slam. (903) 322-4940 the back. He returned shortly, shooting time, he climbed out near Alice when something One incident could have SALE EVERY SATURDAY - 12 NOON looking perturbed. They had the blind, stood in front of it hit my sleeve. Our flashlight ended in mayhem. Two forgotten to shut the camper facing away and proceeded showed it was a red wasp. friends were dropped off door. Going uphill, their gear with his mission. His buddies We looked up. The entire 4x8 by plane on a Canadian Receipts from Buffalo Livestock Marketing showed a total of slowly migrated out. Five heard a “WHOCK!” and the ceiling was COVERED in red hunt. The outfitter NEVER 1685 cattle on August 29, 2020. miles of it lay on the road just Slaughter Cows 225-pound man fell back wasps. We opened the floor dropped them promised Slaughter Cows------25-67 climbed. among them. It took time hatch and evacuated without food supplies. Hungry, they Stocker Cows------750-1175 But no one was hurt. On a and effort to remove him and using the ladder. were about to “borrow” an Slaughter Bulls duck hunt one frigid morning determine what happened. The strangest was a bighorn Indian’s canoe to paddle to Slaughter Bulls------55-106 near Port Arthur, a hunting Pairs A flashlight explained the sheep hunter who set his rifle civilization when they caught Pairs------750-1325 companion, unsteady on his sound, the fall, and the blood. and pack against the cabin a ride to a trading post on a Steer/Bull Calve & Yearlings feet following too late a night, On the ground lay a wayward while horses were being freight canoe. Calling them 200-300 lbs------130-176 was stepping into a johnboat duck. It had flown into the big saddled. One mount spooked, “unhappy campers” was an 300-400 lbs------125-197 to cross a canal when he and 400-500 lbs------120-180 man’s forehead as he stood in ran across the compound, understatement. They never 500-600 lbs------115-154 his shotgun unexpectedly the dark, knocking him cold. kicked his rifle, breaking the heard from the outfitter 600-700 lbs------105-131 took a dive. His teeth rattled He had to be taken to the ER. stock in half! With no back- or saw him again. He was 700-800 lbs------90-126 forWaco the Stockyardrest of the hunt. We’re not told if the duck up rifle and town too far lucky. 2316 Marlin Hwy.Heifer 6 EastCalves & •Yearlings Waco, Texas 76705 Another duck hunter was became part of their limit. away, he fitted the jaggedly Office 254-753Office200-300 254-753-3191 lbs------110-1903191 • 2316 Jody Jody Marlin Thomas-Thomas Hwy. 254-223-2958254-223+29501 6 East Waco, TX Office 254-753-3191 Jody Thomas 254-223-2958300-400 lbs------99-173 even 76705 less fortunate. He A friend named Ezma broken stock together like a JJ 400-500 lbs------96-140 and three others were in climbed into her deer blind jigsaw puzzle, held it firmly Waco Stockyard 500-600 lbs------94-134 their blind on a pitch-black one morning, coming face- against his shoulder and 2316 Marlin Hwy. 6 East Waco,600-700 TX 76705 lbs------92-132 700-800 lbs------84-119 These prices reflect the GOOD and CHOICE cattle and the plainer cattle would be 25 to 40 dollars behind these figures. Reflections from Red Oak Ranch Waco Livestock Auction,LLC. Freestone County, Texas by Jan Fielden Waco Stockyard August Hot & Dry 2316 Marlin Hwy. 6 East Waco, TX 76705 Office 254-753-3191 Jody Thomas 254-223-2958 I remember from my childhood, the fun parade for by Barney Leach Labor Day. My Dad would march in it and then after Goats 9:00 a.m. SALE EVERY TUESDAY Cattle 12:00 p.m. the parade of bands, floats, men marching the picnic August 2020 clocked out as was 72 degrees on August 1, began. All kinds of games for kids to participate in, all Receipts from Waco Livestock Auction on September 1, 2020 Head Count of 904 our hottest and driest month 3, 17 and 22. kinds of yummy foods to eat, and a good time for all No. 1 Steers for the year with only 0.99 Our normally hottest month concerned. Under 300 lbs------150-175 inch of rain. of the year is July but August Memories are a good thing when they are happy 300-400 lbs------140-175 400-500 lbs------130-165 We had only two days with takes the title this year. ones, but they also show how much of a change there 500-600 lbs------120-150 measurable rainfall with a Three hottest months of the has been. A lot of parades, picnics, and other types of 600-700 lbs------115-140 one-day greatest total of 0.58 year are now behind us. gatherings have gone by the wayside. But, that’s life. 700-800 lbs------110-130 No. 1 Heifers inch on August 26. Normal Looking ahead to September: Hope your Labor Day was a safe, restful, and enjoyable Under 300 lbs------120-150 rainfall for August is 2.43 September is normally our day for you and your family from the folks at the Red 300-400 lbs------125-150 inches. fourth hottest month with Oak Ranch. 400-500 lbs------120-135 Y’all 500-600 lbs------115-130 Our total rainfall for the year autumn clockin in on the 600-700 lbs------110-125 now stands at 43.38 inches 22nd in theBuffalo low 90’s. Livestock Marketing 700-800 lbs------105-120 which puts us 0.97 inchCome above Down! However, September has Slaughter Cows High Yielding------57 to 67 normal for the entire year. produced our hottest day of Low Yielding------43 to 51 Our normal rainfall through the year twice in theProudlyPresents past 26 Fats------55 to 65 August is 26.64 inches. years. Thin & Shelly------30 to 40 TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL RODEO ROUND-UP! Packer Bulls (1250-2075 lbs) Our normal annual rainfall Normal rainfall for Prescribed Burn Yield Grade 1&2 ------65 to 93 is 42.41 inches. September is 2.84 inches. Cow & Calf Pairs Our record wettest AugustJoin Our us record for wettest a FREE September Steak Dinner under a Texas Size Tent & Support an Young Choice------1500 to 1825 Young Fair------1000 to 1250 was 9.25 inches in 2008. was 7.89 inches in 1998. Aged Pairs------700 to 1000 The record driest Auguston-going The part record of driest our was Western 0.17 in Heritage-----thePlanned youth of Texas High School Rodeo. Young Pregnancy Test Stocker Replacement Cows was no measureable rainfall 2019. 500 to 1450 in 2011 and again in 2019. The rainfallThursday, and temperature Septemberat Fairfield 2, 2010 Lake at State 7:00 ParkP.M. 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Register to Vote Funds Available to Landowners for Burns Texas A&M Forest Service operations in those locations at of their choice to complete the available through the Texas is now accepting grant a time when weather conditions application, burn plan and map Longleaf Conservation In Time For November Elections applications through September are moderate.” requirements.” Assistance Program-Prescribed General Election Day in November will be a busy one, as 30, 2020 to offset the cost of Prescribed fire is an effective A total of $233,702.88 of Fire Grant for burn treatments prescribed burning on private and controlled method to reduce Community Protection on private land in East Texas School Board and City Council elections will be held along lands for Central and East Texas wildfire risk by eliminating Program-Prescribed Fire to enhance longleaf pine with this year’s Presidential election. landowners. brush, weeds, dried vegetation Grant funding is available for ecosystems. This cooperative In order to vote in the November 3, 2020 elections, you must $488,715 in grant funds are and downed trees. Most of the property owners within 10 program is available in select be registered to vote by October 5, 2020. available for eligible landowners available funds are set aside for miles of a National Forest in counties throughout the year. You can register by mail to vote in Texas by printing a voter having prescribed burns wildfire hazard mitigation and East Texas. For details follow the link registration form, filling it out, and mailing it to your local conducted on their property by the applications that get selected A total of $143,742.50 in on our prescribed fire grants election office. You can also register to vote in person if you certified and insured prescribed in these programs will be those State Fire Assistance for webpage. prefer. burn managers. Last year, the that protect the most homes Mitigation Central and East Texas A&M Forest Service The registration form may be found online at https://www. programs provided $353,916 to and communities. Some of the Texas- Prescribed Fire Grant is does not conduct the prescribed sos.state.tx.us/elections/forms/vr-with-receipt.pdf landowners for a total of 13,100 programs also focus on habitat available to 43 eligible counties burns. Grant recipients will Voter registration applications are also available at many post acres of treatments. restoration because prescribed with a city- or county-wide select a certified and insured offices, libraries, Texas Department of Public Safety offices, “While parts of Texas are fire also benefits native Community Wildfire Protection prescribed burn manager to and Texas Health and Human Services Commission offices dealing with dry fuels and species of plants and animals, Plan. reimburse costs from $15 to throughout the state. wildfire conditions and others watershed health, reduction of A total of $61,269.91 is $30 per acre, depending on are beginning the recovery invasive plants, and restoration available through the Neches program eligibility. To register in time to vote in the November 3, 2020 elections, phase of a major hurricane, of soil nutrients. River and Cypress Basin Application deadline is the form must be postmarked by Monday, October 5, 2020. it is also time for landowners “Anyone interested in learning Watershed Restoration Friday, September 30, 2020. To register in Texas you must: to begin planning for the next more can find an interactive Program-Prescribed Fire Grant Please apply online at http:// --be a citizen of the United States prescribed burn season,” map on our webpage to for prescribed burning in texasforestservice.tamu.edu/ --be a resident of the county in which the application for said Andy McCrady, Texas navigate to their property and priority East Texas watersheds. cppgrant/ registration is made A&M Forest Service Fuels research their eligibility,” said Treatments will help improve Learn more by visiting the --be at least 17 years and 10 months old (you must be 18 to Coordinator. “It is important McCrady. “The application water supply and quality, Prescribed Burning Board vote) for land managers to look ahead process is entirely online as control invasive species and www.texasagriculture.gov/ --not be finally convicted of a felony, or if a convicted felon, at what areas have the heaviest well and allows landowners enhance wildlife habitat by Home/ProductionAgriculture/ you must have fully discharged your punishment, including undergrowth and consider to work directly with the restoring ecosystem function. PrescribedBurnProgram/ any incarceration, parole, supervision, period of probation or planning prescribed fire professional burn contractor This year, up to $50,000 is PrescribedBurningBoard.aspx be pardoned --have not been declared mentally incompetent by final judgment of a court of law All voters who register to vote in Texas must provide a Texas driver’s license number or personal identification number issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety. If you don’t Social Media Help for Small Business have such a number, simply provide the last four digits of your social security number. 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Working a low-level paying job in the profession preliminaries are all equally important, love and want to succeed are not given in 2010 Sarah Buxton won a Vermont or industry of interest to gain knowledge will help. Be if not more so. proper support and either drop out of the election against David Ainsworth by a flexible realizing the work you are doing now is preparing Every eligible American should vote race or lose. This is commonly due to the single vote. Seven years later in 2017, you for other opportunities. Working jobs, you don’t enjoy in smaller elections as well as the lack of active voters on their side. While Ainsworth won against Buxton by a will still provide valuable lessons for wherever you want presidential election and convince others support on social media is an important single vote. More elections have had to be later in life. You will also have some money while of the importance of voting. aspect of a candidate’s campaign and a similar outcomes and this goes to prove figuring it out. Voting ensures that everyone gets a say good way to spread information, when that though sometimes it seems as if one Save Money. This is never easy or pain free. Saving money in America’s future. It is a way to ensure push comes to shove, they need tangible person is not enough to change anything, means sacrificing today in order to have some money the government is listening to its citizens votes to achieve a position in office. Due the truth is quite different. later in life. Life passes by quickly. Millions of Americans on important issues. When a smaller to this, it is also important to help others Every citizen has the duty and the cannot come up with $5,000 for an emergency. An old rule portion of the population is voting, who may not be able to vote alone. This right to vote and ensure needed changes for saving money is give ten percent away to your church it distorts the majority vote. Smaller may include giving someone a ride to a are made. Come election time, go out or favorite charity, save ten to twenty percent and live on elections can help change current events polling place or educating them on topics and vote. Share information about the the rest. Those percentages and numbers can be tweaked from specific areas and spread from so they know where their vote is going. times and places of elections. Share to fit your life but the idea of having discipline will help there. Results of an election can be While most believe voting has become information about the candidates and you establish a plan of action. Don’t spend more than you changed by a single vote, especially in a bipartisan issue, it is important that help those who may need assistance to make. If your outgo is more than your income then your a smaller election where there are less people are informed on both candidates the polls so their voices are also heard. upkeep will be your downfall. people voting. It is also important to and their policies so they can vote based Your voice is important and deserves Keep learning. Training is more available than ever before. understand how each voting machine on what is best for their country and not to be heard, so ensure that it is when Online education is accessible if you have Internet. If you works and to inform others about it to from loyalty to a certain party. election time comes. don’t try to find your way to the public library. They have computers. Community colleges and trade schools are within financial reach of most Americans. Utilize your time efficiently. Do you really have time to piddle two or three years just taking classes? Make your class time financially Recycling Set reasonable and useful. Online education opportunities have exploded. Taking a class that adds to your skills for Sept. 19 and life is better than aimless hours of television or social media. Recycle Day will be this Be healthy today. Health, like a retirement account is not Saturday, September 19th something you can put off to another day. Have annual from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the blood work done. Keep moving. Live an active lifestyle. FHS Bus Loop on Post Oak Sitting in a house all day is not good for anyone. Find safe Road in Fairfield, Texas. places to walk and move. Eat your vegetables and fruit Items that may be recycled every day and cut way back on your fried foods and red each month include: meat. newspaper, sorted office paper, Don’t give up. As long as you have life you have hope. You mixed paper, cardboard, clean may have gone through job loss, divorce, life devastation, plastics #1-#7, water bottles, disease and more. Here is a word for you today. I believe milk containers, soda bottles, in the power of a good word applied to a person’s life. “For laundry and bleach bottles, I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord. Plans aluminum cans, and steel to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you cans. hope and a future,” Jeremiah 29:11. Will this work for you? Glass NOT accepted at this Prosperity, hope and a future? Take hold of these words time. and have a great day. Sign up for reminders by Dr. Glenn Mollette is a graduate of numerous schools including testing @ffrecycle to 469-425- Georgetown College, Southern and Lexington Seminaries in Voted 2522. Kentucky. He is the author of 12 books including Uncommon BEST of the BEST Monthly Recycle at Fairfield Sense. His column is published weekly in over 600 publications High School is held the third in all 50 states. Health Company Saturday of the month. 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