Annual Chamber Clay Shoot event draws closer
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The Terrell Chamber of Commerce is hosting their annual Clay Shoot on Friday, March 4 from 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
February 2022
Paxton secures $1.167 billion for Texas in global opioid agreement
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Attorney General Paxton successfully secured $1.167 billion for Texas out of the $26 billion opioid agreement with the nation’s three major pharmaceutical distributors – Cardinal, McKesson, and Amerisource-Bergen. This is the fifth statewide opioid settlement that Attorney General Paxton has finalized for Texas. With the addition of this distributor settlement, General Paxton has secured for Texas over $1.89 billion to date from the makers and distributors of opioids.
Online Alzheimer’s help always available
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Do you remember the story of Robinson Crusoe? He was stranded on a desert island and forced to fend for himself to survive. It was written by Daniel Defoe and first published in 1719, and is still in print.
FROM THE BLEACHERS
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The NFL legend running back Adrian Peterson will not face felony domestic violence charges, despite initially being booked for the serious offence. The 36-year-old former All-Pro player was arrested for domestic violence, but the L.A. District Attorney will not pursue charges. The case will be sent to the City Attorney and Peterson could face misdemeanor domestic charges, though.
Fourth annual Townes Van Zandt Tribute scheduled in Ben Wheeler
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The Van Zandt Arts & Cultural District Foundation presents the fourth annual Tribute to Townes Van Zandt from 2-4 p.m., Sunday, March 6 at The Forge Bar & Grill in historic downtown Ben Wheeler. The late Townes Van Zandt is often referred to as the most influential Texas songwriter of the 20th century.
Campaign urges buckling up to save a life
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The agony is merciless. The pain cuts deep. Deeper and more vicious than anyone can imagine when you lose a child. Unfortunately, hundreds of parents have had to endure this nightmare after losing their teens in car crashes in which they weren’t wearing their seat belts.
Terrell DAR Chapter celebrates Washington’s birthday
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The BFTS Museum played host to the King’s Fort Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution Saturday, Feb. 19 for the organization’s annual George Washington Tea.
Howard Lee Holbert Jr.
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Howard Lee Holbert Jr. passed away in Terrell, on Jan 26, 2022.
Morris Franklin Bishop
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Morris Franklin Bishop, 87, of Terrell, passed away Jan. 23, 2022.
Tigers punch ticket to Area round
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The Terrell Tigers entered postseason play riding high, having notched district wins over Quinlan Ford, Farmersville, Caddo Mills and Sunnyvale since the calendar turned to February. The start of the playoffs did little to slow Terrell’s momentum as the Tigers more than held their own in a 54-42 win over District 14-4A runners-up Athens Feb.