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City workers James DuBois and Brent Sheets work on Frazier and Hughes streets in Daingerfield. The asphalt patching truck was purchased by the city from the city of Jacksonville. The machine does a much better job patching potholes in the city, according to City Manager Carl Teel.

By Marlene J. Bohr
mbohr@steelcountrybee.com

By Marlene J. Bohr
mbohr@steelcountrybee.com
 
Superintendent Sandra Quarles excitedly reported to the Daingerfield-Lone Star Independent School District board of trustees the award of $831,000 in E-rate funds. She informed the board members at their March 18 meeting.
“This is a funding commitment from Universal Service Administration Company and will allow us to completely upgrade our technology infrastructure,” Mrs. Quarles said. “With this money we will be able to do some major renovations in our infrastructure. This will enable us to take technology to a whole new level. We are really excited about what this will mean for the district.

By Marlene J. Bohr
mbohr@steelcountrybee.com
 
A Daingerfield senior was offered a full-ride scholarship for her efforts in powerlifting, traveling to State once again, and capturing a second place State win.
Nicole Phillips had a second place win at Regionals in Wills Point to qualify her for State competition. At State competition in Corpus Christi  on March 16 she lifted 475 pounds for squats, 205 pounds for bench press, and dead lifted 375 pounds for a total weight of 1,055 in the 220 plus weight class.
Tachrissa Boyd, a junior, also qualified at Regionals with a first place win. She was in the 148 weight class; however, she didn’t get to finish because she was red lighted on her squat.

By Marlene J. Bohr
mbohr@steelcountrybee.com

By Marlene J. Bohr
mbohr@steelcountrybee.com
 
A local woman and her cousin have a special interest in a Walk for Lupus that will be held in Grand Prairie on Sunday. The walk will begin at 9:30 a.m. at Lone Star Park.
Tamara Stern of Daingerfield was diagnosed with lupus in 1999 and her cousin, LaKeithdra Bryson, also of Daingerfield, was diagnosed two years ago. 
“The walk is to raise money for lupus research,” Ms. Stern said. “We do not have a local chapter here, so our team, Team TOS, will go and walk and raise money to give to the Lupus Foundation of America North Texas Chapter in Dallas.”
Ms. Stern said lupus is difficult to diagnose. 

Friends of the Daingerfield Library held the annual book sale March 16 at the Morris County Courthouse Annex. Ross Dickson, left, purchases a few books from Margie Hargrove, one of the Friends of the Library members.

What is the most important thing in your life?

My parents because they take care of me, and they keep me under their roof.
Jacoby Chism
Avinger

My parents because they take care of me.
Savannah Martin
Avinger

God. He made everything. There is nothing not to like about Him.
Bryson Schubert
Lone Star

Full name: Billy Willis Jr.
I have lived in: Hughes Springs for 35 years.
Family: My wife, Tiffany, and two daughters, Kaycee and Kaylee.
Pets: Weenie dog named Junior and a Yorkie called Sam.
Occupation: Inspector operator at Cooper Tire and Rubber Company.
One of the best things about my job is: It pays good and has great benefits.
My ideal vacation is: Anywhere near the water.
My hero is: My mother, Mary Williams. She is a single mother who raised me and my brother on a single income. She is a hard worker that made sure my brother and I had the things we needed. And for that, I love her.
My favorite TV show is: Family Feud.
My favorite healthy snack is: An apple.
If I could change one thing about East Texas, it would be: To have more places that are kid-friendly and teen-friendly. Teenagers need a positive place to go so they will stay out of trouble.

10 YEARS AGO
Hughes Springs senior Josh Ogden won first place in the Voice of Democracy essay contest at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #1890 in Rocky Branch.
Diana Kizer is the celebrity participating in the Sonic Celebrity Car Hop Day in Daingerfield. The event is sponsored by the American Red Cross.
Morris County Judge J.C. Jennings gives the oath of office to A. Lawton who has been appointed Precinct 1 County Commissioner.
20 YEARS AGO
The Avinger United Methodist Church has been chosen as a recipient of the prestigious Copeland Award for its vision in ministry and growing record in membership and attendance.
Honored at the Daingerfield Chamber of Commerce banquet are Maurice and Rita Tigert, Martha Ridenour, Jimmy Cornelius, Reba Bassett, Homer Tanner, and Ann Shumate.