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The Daingerfield Alumni Association held their 6th Annual Distinguished Alumni Dinner on September 26th. Being honored at the event was Joe Skipper, EG McMillan, III, Dr. T. Randall Lee, and Reverend Anthony Pondant. The evening began with a steak dinner, graciously prepared and served by the Daingerfield Fire Department. After the dinner, the Master of Ceremonies, Steve Cowan, began by introducing each recipient, and sharing candid moments of times at Daingerfield High School. To continue reading this article, purchase the October 1st edition of the Steel Country Bee, or go to our online e-edition at: http://www.etypeservices.com/Daingerfield%20BeeID312/default.aspx

In 1971, a group of 17 business and professional women gathered together and organized the
Daingerfield Business & Professional Women’s Club. Though many of those founding members
are no longer with them, the club continues to serve the community and further the endeavors of
women in all walks of life.
Since its organization in 1971, the club has continued to be active in the community, with
members and the club contributing to local events.
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The CRESS Community Foundation held its first Avinger Wine Festival on
the third Saturday in September of 2013. On September 19, they held their 3
celebrated with their Third Annual Wine Festival.
For the first two years, the festival was held on the magnificent property of
Spike and Jackie Salmon.
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Hughes Springs High School has a new addition to the campus that is
bringing together several students and classes. “Mustang Gardens” is the
new name of the centrally located courtyard on campus.
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On Saturday night of Daingerfield, if you are looking for a great meal,
the place will be the Methodist Activity Center in Daingerfield. As in years
past, the Daingerfield Fire Department will be hosting their Annual Steak
Dinner. Plates will include steak, baked potato, and fixings.
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Whether they will admit it or not, students are always excited for the first day of school. Many have spent the summer with family or traveling, and they look forward to seeing their friends again on that first day. Teachers, it turns out, are no different! They look forward to the first main day of in-service, where they have the opportunity to reconnect with colleagues they have not seen in almost three months.
Daingerfield-Lone Star ISD held their back to school teacher breakfast and in-service on August 19th. To continue reading this article, purchase the August 6th edition of the Steel Country Bee, or go to our online e-edition at: http://www.etypeservices.com/Daingerfield%20BeeID312/default.aspx

Thirty-four years is a long time to stay in one place, especially for a high school coach. Many times, teachers and coaches move on to greener pastures, especially if they have had success where they started. That was not the case for Rick Ogden, who has spent 34 years with Hughes Springs Independent School District. To continue reading this article, purchase the August 6th edition of the Steel Country Bee, or go to our online e-edition at: http://www.etypeservices.com/Daingerfield%20BeeID312/default.aspx

Dewey Moore Ford in Hughes Springs would like to welcome their new salesmen, Bobby McKay, left, and Alex Bolton, right. The two salesmen boast 23 years combined experience in vehicle sales. Come on out and let them get you in a new vehicle today! To continue reading this article, purchase the August 6th edition of the Steel Country Bee, or go to our online e-edition at: http://www.etypeservices.com/Daingerfield%20BeeID312/default.aspx

On Friday, January 9th, members of Hughes Chapel Missionary Church in Hughes Springs received word that their building was on fire. Volunteer firefighters worked to save as much as possible, but the sanctuary was a total loss. Now, members are gathering to discuss matters concerning the church, including possible rebuilding. To continue reading this article, purchase the August 6th edition of the Steel Country Bee, or go to our online e-edition at: http://www.etypeservices.com/Daingerfield%20BeeID312/default.aspx

Although classes did not begin until Monday, August 24,
schools in Daingerfield and Hughes Springs have been
abuzz with activity for several weeks now as teacher and faculty
prepared for the upcoming year. On Thursday, August 24,
that buzz elevated with excitement as students and parents
flooded the halls to meet teachers and deliver school supplies.
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