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First day of summer was kicked off by Magic Mr. Nick for Daingerfield’s Libraries Rock summer program. Daingerfield and Hughes Springs libraries are hosting fun filled events all summer long. Check out the libraries’ website to catch the next one.

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NORFOLK — Damage Controlman Danny Gilbert, a Daingerfield, Texas native and a 1996 graduate of Daingerfield High School, was promoted to the rank of master chief petty officer, May 14, in the hanger bay of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3).

Gilbert said he was honored to see his name on the list for master chief, the top rank for enlisted Sailors, after more than 20 years of dedicated service.

Enlisting in the Navy January 23, 1997, Gilbert said he was inspired to join by his older brother.

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Daingerfield, TX— Daingerfield State Park has been the place for summer fun for almost 80 years and this summer may be our best ever. We have a lot of fun and educational programs and events scheduled for the month of June. Starting Saturday, June 2 through Saturday, June 30 the park will host 16 programs focused on family fun and learning about our natural world. The park will conduct ranger led hikes summiting Iron Hill which winds through the “Cathedral of the Trees” to one of the highest points in East Texas as night falls. Also during June, you will have a chance to fish with a Ranger, paddle boarding classes with a Ranger exploring the lake ( free with paid park entrance permit), aquatic nature program where visitors net and help identify underwater life plus have fun making nature art scheduled for kids at heart. To bring each fun packed Saturday to a fitting conclusion, we will host a Dance with classics from our vintage jukebox from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

By TONI WALKER
news@steelcountrybee.com

LONE STAR – A local mail carrier is recovering from severe injuries he received in an automobile accident recently. Nathan Davis is currently in a Tyler hospital, slowly recuperating.

The 47 year-old Davis had served as a rural mail carrier for 27 years, mostly in Gladewater. After a three-year transfer to California, Davis returned to Texas and had been carrying mail for the combined Lone Star/Hughes Springs post offices.

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Dad gets to be king of his castle at least one day during the year. Come mid-June, children near and far scramble for ideas to treat their fathers to a special day and award him with gifts for being a role model, provider and confidante. Father’s Day activities should be centered around Dad’s interests. With that in mind, the following are some ideas to honor Dad or another special man in your life.

Sports Sunday: If Dad is a sports fan, his idea of spending a fun-filled afternoon very well may be cheering on his favorite players. Whether your father enjoys golf, tennis, baseball, soccer, or another sport like hunting or fishing, chances are there is a television broadcast on that you can watch together. Otherwise, you can surprise Dad by purchasing tickets to a sporting event and making a day of it at the ballpark.

Celeste O’Dell, center, plays the National Anthem at the annual Hughes Springs Memorial Day program held May 28.

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By TONI WALKER

DAINGERFIELD – Fire departments depend on training situation to stay fresh on techniques, skills, and safety procedures. Unfortunately, many rural departments lack the funds and facilities in order to properly continue their training in real- life situations.

All fire departments in the Steel Country Bee reading area are volunteer departments. Their firefighters do not get paid, and they are not able to take part in large scale, real life training scenarios as many of the departments in larger areas can. Thanks to a member of the Daingerfield Volunteer Fire Department, the Daingerfield and Lone Star Departments had the opportunity to practice roof ventilation and entry techniques on an actual structure on May 22, without it be being engulfed.

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By TONI WALKER

DAINGERFIELD – The Daingerfield City Council welcomed a new member at their May meeting as council members who ran unopposed in the general election held May 5.

The meeting began with Mayor Lou Irvin recognizing outgoing council member Lonnie Tucker. Tucker joined the council in July of 2011, and was leaving the council after he chose not to run for re-election. Mayor Irvin presented Tucker with a plaque thanking him for his service to the city of Daingerfield.

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Valedictorian Cypress Wright addresses her classmates, the 2018 graduating class of Hughes Springs High School, during commencement exercises on May 25.

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By TONI WALKER

Morris County residents now know which two candidates they will be able to choose from during the November election for Morris County Judge. Local attorney Doug Reeder bested insurance agent Jimmy Gilliam in the run-off, 533 (57.31 percent) to 397 (42.69 percent). During early voting, Reeder secured 316 votes, which equal slightly over half of his final total.

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