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Oakwood police to patrol nearby county roads
Oakwood police to patrol nearby county roads
Freestone County Commissioners Court approved the patrol of county roads near Oakwood by that city’s police officers at its Wednesday, March 5, meeting. The court approved the continuation of the patrol help over the objection of Sheriff Jeremy Shipley. 03/14/2025 03:38 PM
Fairfield Band Directors Gust Witt, Russell Holland, and Carla Sparks show off the Sweepstakes trophy the Grand Band from Eagle Land won at the UIL Concert and Sightreading Contest. Courtesy Photo
Grand Band from Eagle Land wins Sweepstakes
The Grand Band from Eagle Land earned straight ones at the UIL Concert and Sightreading Contest at Groesbeck High School on Wednesday, March 5. “We are extremely excited for the band,” Band Director Russell Holland said. 03/14/2025 03:38 PM
One Act Play includes senior Skylar Bonner, senior Newton Hartley, freshman Jordan McDaniel, and freshman Dania Azuara. Courtesy photo
One Act Play public performance set for March 22
After several set-backs this year, including the cancellation of the fall production, One Act Play cast and crew will perform “Louder, I Can’t Hear You” in the FHS Auditorium on March 21 for the student body and on March 22 at 6 p.m. for the community. Tickets will be $3 for students and $5 for adults at the door. 03/14/2025 03:38 PM
The 2025-2026 Fairfield High School varsity cheerleaders, front row, from left, are Co-Captain Jaylin Flowers and Co-Captain MacKenzie Allen_ middle row, Taylor Solis, Riley Stone, Cadence Webster, Mycah Smith, Lyndsey Long and Hadlie Morrison_ back row, Ryleigh Lane, Samayah Wiley, Addiso...
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Teague HS Band wins Sweepstakes
Teague HS Band wins Sweepstakes
The Teague High School Band won a Sweepstakes trophy at the UIL Concert and Sightreading Contest at Groesbeck High School on Wednesday, March 5. 03/12/2025 11:00 PM
Dancer to play golf at Jacksonville College
Dancer to play golf at Jacksonville College
Grayson Dancer, a senior at Teague High School, signed his letter of intent to play golf at Jacksonville College on Friday, Feb. 28. 03/12/2025 11:00 PM
BINGO AMONG THE BOOKS
BINGO AMONG THE BOOKS
The Teague Public Library has been hosting activities during spring break. They played bingo Mponday, with Avery Satterwhite, 11, calling to about 70 players. They learned about butterflies through song and dance with Ms. Maria on Tuesday. On Wednesday, they had arts and crafts with the Nevill Sisters. They’ll learn all about Texas snakes at 2 p.m. Thursday, and they’ll have a pizza party and see a movie at 2 p.m. Friday. 03/12/2025 11:00 PM
TSAC presents a Digital Poster Contest
TSAC presents a Digital Poster Contest
The Trinity Star Arts Council is sponsoring a Digital Poster Contest. The purpose of the contest is to encourage the enhancement of visual communication skills and to provide participants an avenue to express their creative abilities. Limit one entry per participant. 03/05/2025 11:00 PM
Freestone County to buy 4 new firetrucks
Freestone County to buy 4 new firetrucks
Freestone County Commissioners Court approved a plan to purchase four new firetrucks in coming budget years at its Feb. 19 meeting. 03/05/2025 11:00 PM
TISD cancels board election in May
TISD cancels board election in May
The Teague ISD school board canceled its May election during the monthly meeting Tuesday, Feb. 25. 03/05/2025 11:00 PM
Notable Lenten traditions
Notable Lenten traditions
Easter is a significant day on the Christian calendar. Billions of Christians look forward to Easter Sunday each year, and that anticipation is amplified by Lent. 03/05/2025 08:07 PM
Fairfield PD Report
Fairfield PD Report
Following is the Fairfield Police Department call report for the week of Feb. 10-16, as compiled by Chief David Utsey Monday, Feb. 03/05/2025 08:07 PM
Community Calendar
Community Calendar
Saturday, March 8 5 p.m. - Musician’s Appreciation at Lone Star Baptist Church, Oakwood. 03/05/2025 08:07 PM
100 Years Ago This Month:
100 Years Ago This Month:
The month of March has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in March 1925. 03/05/2025 08:07 PM
Bill aims to ban sale of puppy-mill pets in Texas
Bill aims to ban sale of puppy-mill pets in Texas
Texas Senate Bill 1652, sponsored by Sen. Judith Zaffirini of Laredo, would ban the sale of dogs and cats from out-of-state puppy mills in Texas. 03/05/2025 08:07 PM
Strategic bitcoin reserve bill heads to senate floor
Strategic bitcoin reserve bill heads to senate floor
Senate Bill 21 authored by Sen. Charles Schwertner of Distsrict 5 unanimously passed the Senate Committee on Business and Commerce on Thursday, Feb. 03/05/2025 08:07 PM
Advocates of the year
Advocates of the year
CASA of Freestone and Limestone Counties named its 2024 Volunteer Advocates of the Year. Executive Director Ashley Gomez (center) said Natasha Busby from Limestone County and Lisa Brown from Freestone County showed “extraordinary engagement abilities, thorough documentation, and outstanding testimony, always prioritizing the best interests of the children.” 03/05/2025 08:07 PM
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