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Children everywhere dream of becoming firemen when they grow up. After today, there may be more
children in Daingerfield who share that dream!
The Daingerfield Volunteer Fire Department brought the department’s brush truck to the public
library’s summer learning program. To continue reading this article, purchase the July 23 edition of
the Steel Country Bee or go to our online e-edition at: http://www.etypeservices.com/Daingerfield%20BeeID312/default.aspx

For the first time in 34 years, Hughes Springs ISD will start school in August
without Rick Ogden serving in some official capacity. The district has hired Sarah
Dildine to replace Mr. Ogden in the role of Superintendent of Schools.
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Many diseases have symptoms or indicators that make the disease, or anyone who suffers from it, easily recognizable. There are some, however, that are consider “invisible diseases,” such as rheumatoid arthritis, depression, and anxiety. Another “invisible disease” is Lupus. One local woman is on a mission to raise awareness and help make this “unknown” disease, “known”. To continue reading this article purchase the July 16 edition of The Steel Country Bee or go to our online e-edition at: http://www.etypeservices.com/Daingerfield%20BeeID312/default.aspx

Over the course of the last several weeks, children who have attended the summer library program hosted
by the FRIENDS of the Daingerfield Public Library have seen snakes, learned about percussion instruments,
and learned the importance of milk cows. Most recently, they were introduced to local wildlife from the
Daingerfield State Park. To continue reading this article purchase the July 16 edition of The Steel Country
Bee or go to our online e-edition at: http://www.etypeservices.com/Daingerfield%20BeeID312/default.aspx

In every community, there is that one person with the perfect yard, the one that people will
drive by just to see. In one area neighborhood, that yard belongs to Bill and Marla Gaines.
Many retired individuals take to gardening in order to stay active and prevent themselves from
becoming sedentary and possibly depressed. Mr. Gaines, a cancer survivor, considers his
gardening his life now. To continue reading this article purchase the July 16 edition of
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Written by Heather McGregor
Principal, Hughes Springs High School

Hughes Springs High School has accepted the first group of 63 scholars into its newly founded HSHS College
Academy. Through collaboration with Northeast Texas Community College and community partners,
scholars of The Academy will have the opportunity to complete 44 hours of college credit prior to graduating
from high school. To continue reading this article, purchase the July 9 edition of the Steel Country Bee or go to
our online e-edition at: http://www.etypeservices.com/Daingerfield%20BeeID312/default.aspx

It is said that “All the world is a stage.” By the end of this month, there will be a new stage for area thespians to
show off their talents.
Working on a desire to bring culture to an area where there is very little, Amanda Gammill, along with 8 others,
has started the Community Theatre of East Texas, and will be based in Hughes Springs.\
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Students in Hughes Springs beat the heat by coming to the library for some fun and
refreshments. They learned a little something, as well.
Ms. Irene Webster from the Department of Transportation presented a child-friendly
presentation on vehicle safety.To continue reading this article, purchase the July 2 edition
of the Steel Country Bee or go to our online e-edition at: http://www.etypeservices.com/Daingerfield%20BeeID312/default.aspx

Children in Daingerfield and Hughes Springs have been treated to several fun, free adventures this summer.
So far, they have encountered snakes, a milk cow, musicians, magicians, and puppets galore! There still is
more in store for the children in the area! To continue reading this article, purchase the July 2 edition of the
Steel Country Bee or go to our online e-edition at: http://www.etypeservices.com/Daingerfield%20BeeID312/default.aspx

Nestled in the Piney Woods of Northeast Texas, visitors find a
gem in Daingerfield State Park. The park offers a variety of camping
and lake entertainment to entice visitors from all over the
country.To continue reading this article, purchase the July 2 edition
of the Steel Country Bee or go to our online e-edition at:
http://www.etypeservices.com/Daingerfield%20BeeID312/default.aspx