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NRG Environmental supervisor Jason Scott is pictured on the left with Fairfield Library staff members Kalyn Ethridge and Gary Wiggins.
Library expands Young Adult offerings
The Fairfield Library has expanded its Young Adult graphic novel/manga section, thanks to Jason Scott and NRG Energy Inc. for proving a $1,500 grant making this possible. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
This group of friends won Best Dressed at the 2024 Flippin’ the Bird 5K on Saturday morning. Pictured, front row, from left, are Paisleiogh Solley, Amelia Solley, Daisy Caro and Alan Caro; back, Gina Martin, Andrea Lyles, Laurie Lyles, Alyssa Solley and Yesenia Caro. Photo by MItchell Pate...
‘Flippin’ the Bird’
’ About 70 participants came out to compete in the KNES Texas 99.1 Flippin’ the Bird 5K run on Saturday morning, Nov. 16, at the Freestone County Fairgrounds. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
Jaclynn Schmidt dribbles the ball to the goal as Rhett Rhalstin, Jaci Abram, and Blayke Brackens play defense during practice. Photo by Mitchell Pate/Fairfield Recorder
Lady Eagles looking to make another deep playoff run
“This season should be a great one. We have a lot of returners from last season, so we have a lot of potential to give ourselves another chance to make a deep playoff run,” Head Coach Sally Whitaker said. “Our goal is always to give ourselves the opportunity to be as successful as possible.” 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
Quarterback Kohl Collins looks down the field for an open receiver on Friday night in the Bi-District Championship against Orangefield. Collins had 346 passing yards. Photo by Mitchell Pate/Fairfield Recorder
Eagles knock-off Orangefield 49-42 for Bi-District title
For the first time since 2019, the Fairfield Eagles are advancing to the Area Championship after knocking-off the Orangefield Bobcats 4942 on Friday night, Nov. 15, at Splendora High School in the Bi-District Championship. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
Dr. Danny Reeves with the Alamo Letter Society and Freestone County Judge Linda Grant pose for a photo with the “Victory of Death” letter plaque at the Freestone County Courthouse on Thursday, Nov. 14. Photo by Daryl Allen/Fairfield Recorder
‘Victory or Death’ Alamo letter plaque dedicated
A dedication ceremony for the Lt. Col. Wiliam Barret Travis “Victory or Death” letter plaque, commemorating the sacrifices made at the Battle of the Alamo in 1836, was held Thursday, Nov. 14, at the Freestone County Courthouse lawn. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
Lady Eagles knock-off Lorena in season opener
Lady Eagles knock-off Lorena in season opener
The Fairfield Lady Eagles traveled to Lorena on Tuesday night, Nov. 12, and brought home a one-point victory, 52-51, over the Lady Leopards in their season opener. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
Not a lot of time
Not a lot of time
OBSERVANCES Well, the election is over and one group is dancing in the streets while another group is drowning themselves in despair. This is the first time in my memory that one party has control of the four branches of government: executive, senate, house and supreme court. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
More than 1,500 bills filed as session approaches
More than 1,500 bills filed as session approaches
CAPITOL HIGHLIGHTS Texas lawmakers last week filed more than 1,500 bills ahead of the next legislative session, which begins Jan. 14. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
Letters to the Editor
Letters to the Editor
Valid points; votes opposite El Sellers tells us “the OX is in the ditch,” due to “nuts” policies, and he expects Trump to “right our ship of state.” Sadly, his hope is based on erroneous thinking and “high-fog” facts that are simply not true. Point by point, Mr. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
Community Calendar
Community Calendar
Sunday, Nov. 24 4 to 6 p.m. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
Oscar Andrew Hillegeist
Oscar Andrew Hillegeist
Funeral services for Oscar Hillegeist, 95, of Dickinson, Texas were held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 15, 2024 at Phillips and Luckey Funeral Home in Giddings, Texas with Dr. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
Calvary Baptist Church welcomes its new pastor
Calvary Baptist Church welcomes its new pastor
Calvary Baptist Church of Fairfield called Andrew Douglass as their new pastor on Sunday, November 3, effective immediately. He comes to the church from First Baptist, Gresham, where he was pastor the last 5 years. He and his wife Taylor have four children- Theodore, Luke, Kate, and Benjamin. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
FPD Report
FPD Report
FAIRFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT CHIEF’S REPORT DAVID UTSEY CHIEF WEEK OF MONDAY November 11, 2024 Monday 5:25A-Officer Mills on a report of an unwanted person 9:15A- Officer Mills on a report of an unwanted person 11:45A- Officer Mills on a report of an unwanted person 12:25P- Officer Mills on a report of an unwanted person 1:15P- Officer Mills on a report of a theft 6:30P- Officer Tinsley on a report of a lost dog 7:30P- Officer Tinsley on a report of a stranded motorist 9:55P- Officer Tinsley on traffic control 10:50P- Officer Tinsley on a report of an unwanted person Tuesday 9:45A- Officer Mills on a public assist 11:50A- Officer Mills on traffic enforcement 1:15P- Officer Mills on a request for civil standby 3:09P- Officer Mills on traffic enforcement 8:20P- Officer Tinsley on a report of a stolen vehicle 9:07P- Officer Tinsley on a report of an unwanted person 10:30P- Officer Tinsley on an agency assist 4:33P- Officer Tinsley on a report of a motor vehicle accident Wednesday 8:30A- Officer Beaver on an agency assist 11:30A- Officer Beaver on a report of a stranded motorist 1:00P- Officer Beaver, Officer West, and CPL Scarrow on an agency assist 1:08A- Officer Silas on a report of a fire Thursday 10:00A- Officer Beaver on a report of a theft Friday 10:00A- Officer Mills on traffic enforcement 3:35P- Officer Mills on a report of an alarm 4:35P- Officer Mills on a report of a juvenile issue 9:15P- Officer Silas on a report of harassment Saturday 7:30A- Officer Mills on a report of a fire 1:04P- Officer Mills on traffic control 6:00P- Officer Tinsley on a report of an alarm Sunday 8:15A- Officer Mills on a public assist 10:45A- Officer Mills on a request for public assistance 1:20P- Officer Mills on a report of Reckless Driving 2:59P- Officer Mills on traffic enforcement 3:44P- Officer Mills on traffic enforcement 5:44P- Officer Tinsley on a report of a motor vehicle crash 4:05A- Officer Tinsley on a report of an alarm. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances
Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances
MITCH’S CORNER Katy and I are so excited to be out next week for Thanksgiving break. It has been so busy here lately. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
ViVian Kathleen “Cathy” JaMes GarBer
ViVian Kathleen “Cathy” JaMes GarBer
Vivian Kathleen “Cathy” James Garber passed away peacefully on Friday, November 8, 2024 in Houston, TX and was welcomed by our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. During the last few months of her life, as those who knew her well would expect, she put up a great fight against her cancer. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
Billie Mae Bond
Billie Mae Bond
BillieMaeBond,92,ofFairfield, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2024. Born in Freestone County, Texas, to Raymond E. Rankin and Zada Elizabeth Browne Rankin on February 15, 1932, Billie grew up in Fairfield and attended Fairfield High School. She was an active student, excelling as a member of the softball and volleyball teams, a cheerleader, and the Fairfield High School Queen of 1949. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
Don’t become complacent and miss God’s invitation
Don’t become complacent and miss God’s invitation
DEVOTIONS A man once gave a great banquet and invited many. And at the time for the banquet, he sent his servant to say to those who had been invited, ‘Come, for everything is now ready.’ But they all alike began to make excuses. 11/21/2024 09:10 PM
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