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New Texas laws now in effect
New Texas laws now in effect
It took some time, but a set of new laws and rules passed by the Texas Legislature in 2023 went into effect on Sept. 1, the Houston Chronicle reported. Prominent among these are the SCOPE Act, or Securing Children Online Through Parental Empowerment Act, which tightens restrictions for online users younger than 18. 09/13/2024 02:32 PM
Struggling to make rent? Here’s what to know
Struggling to make rent? Here’s what to know
(StatePoint) Upfront and ongoing renting costs can put financial stress on any monthly budget. But whether you are experiencing financial hardship or just need a little extra help to make ends meet, you may have options by working with your property manager. 09/13/2024 02:32 PM
Thomas Wayne Lovell
Thomas Wayne Lovell
Thomas Wayne Lovell, 81,was born in Atlanta, Ga. on April 18, 1943. 09/13/2024 02:32 PM
God invites us to cast all our cares upon Him
God invites us to cast all our cares upon Him
When I was in the seventh grade, as a part of our course in world geography, we, as students, had to learn all about the various European explorers who discovered lands and sea routes to different parts of the world. This kind of learning, unfortunately, is no longer taught in our schools today. Of course, if I were to ask you who Christopher Columbus was, most of you could tell me that he discovered North America. You probably even remember the little ditty, “In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue.” But did you also know that he discovered the Caribbean Islands and Central and South America? Do you also remember that though he came from Italy, he sailed and made these discoveries for Spain? Let me throw a couple of other explorers at you. Does the name Samuel de Champlain ring a bell? He was the French explorer, navigator, and cartographer, meaning he was a map maker, among other things, who between 1603 and 1609 made twenty nine trips across the Atlantic Ocean, charting and designing maps of the lands and sites that he discovered. He is the guy who is given credit for discovering the Great Lakes between Canada and North America and he established the first French settlement in what is now called Quebec City. How about Eric the Red, the Viking Norseman who discovered and led the first European settlement on the island of Greenland, the largest island in the world! And folks, this was around the tenth century, in the year of our Lord, 982 AD. And if I may but post one more, Vasgo de Gama, who was the Portuguese explorer who was the first European to reach and establish a sea and trade route to the nation of India. This happened sometime between 1497 and 1499. With the exception of Columbus, I’m sure that none of these names mean anything to you but we had to learn not only who they were, but what they discovered and when they discovered them! I remember sitting at my desk in my bedroom and looking up and making the statement that was the title of a famous musical play, “Stop the world! I want to get off!” Could you blame me? 09/13/2024 02:32 PM
Community Calendar
Community Calendar
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Chief’s Report
Chief’s Report
Compiled by Fairfield Police Department Chief David Utsey. Monday, Sept. 09/13/2024 02:32 PM
Scenes from the season-opener
Scenes from the season-opener
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Cheers to lots of years!
Cheers to lots of years!
Ree Martin celebrated her 45th work anniversary at Brookshire Brothers last month. Martin began her journey at Brookshire Brothers in August 1979 and has since excelled in various roles. She currently serves as the Pricing coordinator. “Her dedication fosters a strong sense of family among her team, and she’s always ready to lend a helping hand,” Brookshire Brothers wrote in a post online. Pictured are CEO John Aston, Ree Martin, Fairfield Store Manager Jason Walthall, and District Director Kent Pursley. 09/13/2024 12:06 PM
‘Show of Wheels’ has something for everyone
‘Show of Wheels’ has something for everyone
This weekend’s 26th annual Show of Wheels will include a Ladies Poker Stroll, a citywide garage sale, a paint party, an art show – oh, and lots and lots of cars, trucks, motorcycles, tractors and more. 09/13/2024 12:06 PM
Game management assoc. will hold annual banquet
Game management assoc. will hold annual banquet
The Freestone County Game Management Association will be hosting its annual banquet on Saturday, Sept. 21, at the Twisted Vines Event Center. The business meeting will start at 5 p.m. and the doors for the banquet will open at 6:30 p.m. 09/13/2024 12:06 PM
Cooler temps bring more fish
Cooler temps bring more fish
Here’s hoping everyone had a nice Labor Day Holiday weekend with friends and family and got to enjoy some of the milder temperature and weather conditions! The spotty showers and brisk north/northeast wind resulted in lower temperatures and brought on thoughts of an early fall and the great weather conditions that come with the months of October and November! 09/13/2024 12:06 PM
Silver bullets: Secret weapons for fishing don’t exist
Silver bullets: Secret weapons for fishing don’t exist
Fishermen are always looking for that silver bullet -- a secret weapon they believe will help them catch more fish or get the edge over others. The search often leads to the purchase of big expense items. 09/13/2024 12:06 PM
Lady Eagles fall to Leon
Lady Eagles fall to Leon
The Fairfield Lady Eagles traveled to Leon last Tuesday, Aug, 27, to take on the Lady Cougars. The Lady Eagles fought hard and had the lead in each set, but the Lady Cougars came out ahead for the home victory in four sets. 09/13/2024 12:06 PM
Bulldogs head into Rio Vista after season-opening win
Bulldogs head into Rio Vista after season-opening win
The Wortham Bulldogs football team opened up the season with a 24-12 win Friday night, Aug. 30, in Valley Mills against the Eagles. 09/13/2024 12:06 PM
Brayden Thornburg and John Macke get down and ready to play defense for the Eagles.
Eagles suffer overtime loss, play Mexia this Friday
The Fairfield Eagles traveled to Maypearl for their season opener on Friday night, Aug. 30, and fell to the Panthers 42-34 in overtime. 09/13/2024 12:06 PM
The Lord is my strength
The Lord is my strength
Katy and I enjoyed our three day weekend so much. It was much needed and we got to rest a lot. 09/13/2024 12:06 PM
Letters to the Editor
Letters to the Editor
A Chameleon Act That Won’t Fly 9-1-24 Leopards do not change their spots. Sociopaths do not become compassionate humanitarians. 09/13/2024 12:06 PM
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