News

By Marlene Bohr

Christmas Program
The Unity District Association Youth Department will present its Christmas program on Dec. 15 at 3 p.m. at the Allen-Rodgers Retreat Building on Highway 155 in Linden. The evening highlight will be a drama called ‘Take me to the King.’ The public is invited.

M.O.M. Meeting
M.O.M. (Ministering Our Military) Support group will have its monthly meeting Dec. 19 at 6at the Hot Link Palace in Mount Pleasant.  M.O.M. is a group of military family members who come together to support and minister to those who have loved ones currently in the military, serving our country.  For more information, visit our Facebook page (M.O.M. Ministering Our Military), call 903-884-8413 or email mommp2013@gmail.com.  

Christmas Parade
The Hughes Springs Christmas Parade has been rescheduled for Saturday, at 1 p.m. with line up beginning at noon in the Mustang Stadium parking lot.

In an effort to better serve the state’s seniors and disabled citizens, the Texas Department of Transportation is hosting a workshop to inform the public and gather input on the growing transportation needs of local communities. The workshop will be held at the TxDOT Atlanta District Office, Wednesday, Dec. 18, at 1:30 p.m. in room 26. The district office is located at 701 E. Main St. in Atlanta.
 

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The Daingerfield Little League Tigers Freshman Team won the Superbowl Championship game on Nov. 23 at Pittsburg Pirates Stadium.  The Tigers have been undefeated all season. Players, from left, bottom row, are Alex Simpson, Jayden Wilder, Chase Johnson, Will Henderson, Daydrion Jimmerson, Matt Watkins and Phoenix WIlliams. On the second row are Manager TyKeylin Frazier, Jonah Walker, Jayden Wallace, Karter Pollan, Keshaun Singleton, Marlon Hayes, D’Corian Wright and Khaleab McKnight. On the third row are Trevor Climer, Casabry Gilbert, DaeVaughndric Lewis, Aidan Fry, Ja’Coby Frazier, Braylon Jones, Jykeelin Frazier and Quinterrian Webb. In the back row are coaches Coach Edwardo Frazier, Corey Wright, David Mims and Darwin Craddock. De’Ayrion Williams is also a team member.

The Hughes Springs majorettes, from left, are, on the top row, Alisha Barnard, Christine Pruitt, Raegan Taylor, Chelsea Nix and Julia Beers. On the bottom row is head majorette Peyton Nelson.

The cold weather did not stop Jerry Mills and Jean Skipper, right, from ringing bells for the Salvation Army. The duo braved the weather and stood in front of Brookshire’s Grocery Store in Daingerfield to help bring Christmas cheer to others.

E’bony Lafayette will graduate from Texas Women’s University with an executive master of business administration degree on Dec. 13 at Pioneer Hall in Denton.
A 2004 graduate of Daingerfield High School, she is the daughter of Rockey and Michelle Lafayette of Daingerfield and the granddaughter of Claudia Traylor and Thelma Mitchell and the late Terry Traylor and the late Johnnie Mitchell, and the late Joe Lafayette.
 

Hughes Springs Culinary Class members work hard every month to prepare and serve food to the Senior Mustangs at the luncheon held at the high school library.

The following persons were booked into the Morris County Jail during the month of October:
Terry Leon Lee Jr., 33, Hughes Springs, contempt of court, disobedience of court order, parole warrant.
Justin Scott Robison, 26, Mount Pleasant, failure to appear, unauthorized use of a vehicle.
Jeri Jan Tapp, 46, Hallsville, theft of property over $500.
Charles Edward Yaw III, 26, Lone Star, Class C assault.
Lacey Bolden, 31, Daingerfield, disorderly conduct, vulgar language.
Patricia Diane Reynolds, 46, Naples, possession of controlled substance, six counts of possession of marijuana, no driver’s license, driving without driver’s license possession of drug paraphernalia and failure to maintain proof of financial responsibility.
Rich Matlock, 54, Mansfield, public intoxication.
Sonya Nicole Rowe, 44, homeless, speeding warrant and expired motor vehicle registration.

Dear Santa,
I would like three games for my Nintendo 3D-the games I want are: Mario Cart 7, New Super Mario 3D World and Donkey Kong Country Returns. I would also like an I-Pad.
Love,
Luis Ballesteros

Dear Santa,
I would like a DSI game, an XBox, a Barbie doll and a computer.
Love,
Katelynn Barber

Dear Santa,
I would like an IPod.  You are cool because you bring presents.
Love,
Bryson Belk

Dear Santa,
I would like lots of toys.
Love,
Catherine Brock

Dear Santa,
I want a tablet and a computer with Mind Craft.
Love,
Richie Dorman

Dear Santa,
I want a horse, dog and a fish.
Love,
Linzie Ellestad

Dear Santa,
I want an IPad, electric train, plane and boat. I have been good and I see my Elf a lot.
Love,
Levi Fretwell