June 2025

In 1990, a very young Garth Brooks released the highly successful single, “Unanswered Prayers,” forever planting him on the music map. The song quickly catapulted to the top of the billboards and stayed there for months. Even some 35 years later, it amplifies across airwaves.

ashlee@themonitor.net A boat carrying 10 adults and two children capsized in the Heatherwoods subdivision of Cedar Creek Lake around 10 p.m. June 22 Tool Volunteer Fire Department Lt. Randall Newkirk told The Monitor that the boat lost power, was pushed around by the waves and capsized after a large wave pushed the boat over.

TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION Gov. Greg Abbott just before the midnight deadline June 22 vetoed a bill on THC products and said he would call a special legislative session to regulate products containing the substance, the Austin American- Statesman reported.

Good Morning Texas visits Ham Orchards

DeannaBoydSpangler@TexasHealth.org Patty Maggard knew the importance of preparing for one’s death. But while she and her husband made their wills, it wasn’t until she attended an advance care planning class that she helped organize at her Cleburne church that Maggard learned about other important legal documents needed.

Juneteenth celebration at Breezy Hill Park

We’ve all seen it, coaches and administrators blaming others when things go wrong. Whether it’s losing a game, missing enrollment targets, being passed over for a position, or facing tough criticism, some leaders resort to pointing fingers.

It’s almost fireworks time! Yes, July 4 is almost upon us and that means it’s time for the annual Freedom Fest of fireworks, food and a kid zone of activities hosted by Terrell Youth Athletes on July 4 at the No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum, 119 Silent Wings Blvd.

Terrell Social’s summer concert series

June 29: New Mount Calvary Baptist Church is hosting an installation service for Rev. Larry C.