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Chapel Hill UIL One Act Play shines at District Contest

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Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Chapel Hill High School’s UIL One Act Play troupe delivered an outstanding performance of The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie at the district contest yesterday, earning recognition for their talent and hard work.Several students received individual honors for their performances.
MPHS Goin’ Gold Band Solo and Ensemble State Qualifiers COURTESY PHOTO

MPHS Goin’ Gold Band Solo and Ensemble State Qualifiers COURTESY PHOTO

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Record number of MPHS band members advance to UIL State Solo and Ensemble competition

News Staff
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
A record 73 members of the Mount Pleasant High School Goin’ Gold Band earned 103 first division medals at the UIL Region IV Solo and Ensemble contest on Friday, February 28 at New Boston High School. This result shattered the previous record of 58 students and 62 medals in 2023.
In an instant

In an instant

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In an instant

Debby Efurd
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Here I was, settled in for a quiet morning with pups in the house beside me. A cloudy morning with a few showers. Yes, I was aware of the potential for severe thunderstorms. Then, as I was watching one of my favorite shows, the lights went out.
Beware of trademark & patent solicitation scams

Beware of trademark & patent solicitation scams

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Beware of trademark & patent solicitation scams

Mechele Mills
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Applying for a patent or trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) comes with an unexpected risk—your mailing and email addresses become part of the public record. Unfortunately, this exposure makes you a target for misleading solicitations.
Chris Zaldain of Fort Worth believes it could take as much as 75 pounds over three days to win the 55th annual Bassmaster Classic. The current three-day, 15 fish ‘Classic weight record of 69-11 was set by Kevin VanDam in 2011 on Louisiana Delta in New Orleans. (Courtesy Photo, Chris Zaldain)

Chris Zaldain of Fort Worth believes it could take as much as 75 pounds over three days to win the 55th annual Bassmaster Classic. The current three-day, 15 fish ‘Classic weight record of 69-11 was set by Kevin VanDam in 2011 on Louisiana Delta in New Orleans. (Courtesy Photo, Chris Zaldain)

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Another Texas Classic

Matt Williams Outdoors Writer
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Alabama-based Bassmaster is bringing its marquee event back to Texas on March 20-23 as the City of Fort Worth and its historic downtown Stockyards play host to the 2025 Bassmaster Classic.

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Bassmaster Classic 2025 Event Calendar

News Staff
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Event: Cavender’s Bassmaster Classic Kickoff Party Date: March 20 Location: Historic Stockyards Event: Daily Takeoffs Dates: March 21 to 23 Ray Roberts Lake State Park, Isle Du Bois Unit Event: GSM Outdoors Expo Dates: March 21-23 Location: Fort Worth Convention Center Note: March 21 Military...

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Outdoors Briefs

Matt Williams Outdoors Writer
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
In addition to proposed changes to 2025-26 Statewide Hunting and Migratory Bird Proclamations listed here last week, the Texas Parks Wildlife Commission will consider changes on commercial amberjack length limits and the expansion of the department’s digital licensing option during its upcoming...
Greater East Texas Marketing Association holds annual social worker luncheon COURTESY PHOTO / JAYE WILHITE

Greater East Texas Marketing Association holds annual social worker luncheon COURTESY PHOTO / JAYE WILHITE

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Social Worker of the Year award presented at annual luncheon

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Wednesday, March 12, 2025
On Wednesday, March 5, the Greater East Texas Marketing Association (GETMA) held their Annual Social Worker Luncheon, setting a record for the number of social workers in attendance, and giving out the Social Worker of the Year award.
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