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Conserve Energy as the Weather Cools

News Staff

Thu, 11/30/2023 - 05:00

It’s tempting to turn the heat on as soon as the weather starts to cool in the fall and early winter. But holding off for a few weeks until you really need to rely on heat can keep your energy bills low. If you must turn the heat on, keep these tips in mind: •Set it no higher than 68 degrees.

Stay Safe the Night Before Thanksgiving

News Staff

Wed, 11/22/2023 - 05:00

The evening before Thanksgiving may be crunch time for holiday hosts. However, for the hordes of college students arriving home for the first long break since the semester began, that night is often seen as a chance to let loose with friends close to home.

Black Friday Shopping Tips

News Staff

Wed, 11/22/2023 - 05:00

Retail holidays now dot the consumer landscape throughout much of the year. That shift has made a day like Black Friday somewhat less unique than it was in years past.

Undefeated Crandall Middle School Football Teams Win Bet with Coach Luecke

Misty Holler

Wed, 11/22/2023 - 05:00

As football teams across Texas have been wrapping up their regular-season games, student-athletes and coaches alike have been left with feelings ranging from excitement to disappointment and everything in between.

Conservative State Representative Keith Bell Files for Re-Election

News Staff

Wed, 11/22/2023 - 05:00

On Tuesday November 14th, Conservative State Representative Keith Bell filed his paperwork with the Republican Party of Texas, seeking the nomination for re-election to represent District 4 in the Texas House.

Connect with Faith this Season

News Staff

Wed, 11/22/2023 - 05:00

Reading scripture can be an integral part of participating in one’s religion and bringing a faithful community together. Scripture is an essential component of weekly faith services, but the Bible can be embraced any day of the week.

Judge Tracy Gray Announces Candidacy for the Newly Created 489th District Court of Kaufman County

News Staff

Wed, 11/22/2023 - 05:00

Judge Tracy Gray, who has honorably served as the judge of the Kaufman County Court at Law for almost the past five years, has officially announced her resignation from her current position to run for the judgeship of the newly established 489th District Court, as mandated by law.

Grateful and Blessed

Billie Kasper

Wed, 11/22/2023 - 05:00

One of the most American holidays is upon us now – Thanksgiving! The beginning of the holiday is somewhat common lore with the Native Americans helping the Pilgrims to survive and eventually thrive.

Essential Gear for First Time Thanksgiving Hosts

News Staff

Wed, 11/22/2023 - 05:00

Hosting Thanksgiving is a large undertaking that can put some hosts under pressure. Unlike some other holidays that are less foodfocused, Thanksgiving is largely about the meal.

THIS ONE’S FOR YOU, THOMAS EDWARD WHITTEMORE, JR.!

News Staff

Wed, 11/22/2023 - 05:00

I have known of Mr. Ed (Eddie) Whittemore for many, many years, going back to when I was a little league baseball player, who watched the Forney High School Baseball Team play on the Legion Field. One of my favorites to watch was the guy they called, “EDDIE” or “WHITTEMORE.”