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2025 Titus County Fair Scholarship Winners

2025 Titus County Fair Scholarship Winners

2025 Titus County Fair Scholarship Winners

Karlee Jane Rodgers is the top girl recipient of the Titus County Fair Associations’s Scholarship of $5000. Karlee is the daughter of Scott and Lyndee Rodgers and is a Senior at Mt. Pleasant High School, ranking 35 out of 390 in the 2026 graduating class.
50th Titus County Fair schedule

50th Titus County Fair schedule

50th Titus County Fair schedule

Wednesday, September 24th• 7:30 AM – All Cattle, Sheep, Goat and Hogs must be on Grounds• 8:00 AM – All Animals Check In (except Rabbits & Chickens)• 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Ag Education Day (Elementary Schools)• 8:00AM–3:00PM–CommercialExhibit Setup (Closed to Public)• 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Civic Center...
The Mt. Pleasant council spent a lengthy time looking over presented numbers for the city budget and taxes on Sept. 16

The Mt. Pleasant council spent a lengthy time looking over presented numbers for the city budget and taxes on Sept. 16

Mount Pleasant council approves new budget, ad valorem tax rate for city

During a council meeting for the City of Mount Pleasant on Tuesday, September 16, the council and Mayor Lyon Wesley approved to adopt a budget for the Fiscal Year 20252026, which would put $8,851 towards reserves.
From left to right: Top Row- Harley Garcia (2nd), Jay Zuniga (5th), Dante Garcia (3rd), Kylie Cobb (4) Bottom Row-Yaretzy Garcia (Kinder), Tori Ruth Hanna (1st), Phoenix Smith (preK). Congratulations to our Students of the Month—you are leading the way and showing the true Bulldog spirit! Courtesy Photo

From left to right: Top Row- Harley Garcia (2nd), Jay Zuniga (5th), Dante Garcia (3rd), Kylie Cobb (4) Bottom Row-Yaretzy Garcia (Kinder), Tori Ruth Hanna (1st), Phoenix Smith (preK). Congratulations to our Students of the Month—you are leading the way and showing the true Bulldog spirit! Courtesy Photo

Harts Bluff Elementary Students of the Month

Each month at Harts Bluff Elementary, we proudly recognize students who live out the heart of our school culture—our GROWL values: Grit, Receptiveness, Ownership, Welcoming, and Leadership.
Kristi Houchin (right) demonstrates proper CPR technique on an infant

Kristi Houchin (right) demonstrates proper CPR technique on an infant

Mount Pleasant High School future educators become CPR and First Aid certified

MPISD is growing the next generation of teachers! Juniors and seniors enrolled in Education and Training earned their CPR and First Aid certifications last week. They are now ready to begin their Field Based Learning Observations on MPISD elementary campuses.
Chapel Hill First Senior Lunch of 2025 showcases students’ talents

Chapel Hill First Senior Lunch of 2025 showcases students’ talents

Chapel Hill First Senior Lunch of 2025 showcases students’ talents

On Friday, September 12, Chapel Hill ISD had special visitors for the first Senior Citizen Lunch of 2025.The Elementary Pep Squad brought energy and spirit, and Mr. Lunsford showcased two of their 6th graders, who presented their impressive science fair projects.
What your feet say about your overall health

What your feet say about your overall health

What your feet say about your overall health

Most of us don’t give our feet much thought until they hurt. But your feet are more than just a way to get from place to place— they’re also windows into your overall health.
Mount Pleasant High School celebrates National Assisted Living Week

Mount Pleasant High School celebrates National Assisted Living Week

Mount Pleasant High School celebrates National Assisted Living Week

The Goin’ Gold Band and Colorguard, Tiger Dolls, Cheerleaders, and Tiger football celebrated National Assisted Living Week with their down-the-street neighbors at Mt. Pleasant Assisted Living and Heritage Park Village. This year’s theme is “Ageless Adventure.
The doubts in our lives

The doubts in our lives

The doubts in our lives

This past week I learned that well known Christian author and speaker, Jen Hatmaker, announced she was out of the church for the time being. In 2020, she announced that she and her husband were divorcing. The next year she stopped attending church.