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Mesquite Names Park in Honor of Former Mayor Mike Anderson

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Thu, 09/30/2021 - 05:00

On September 20, the Mesquite City Council passed a resolution naming the future park on Emporium Square in honor of Mike Anderson who served as Mayor from 1997 to 2007. Mike Anderson Park will include a soccer field, cricket field, and volleyball fields.

Terrell ISD Swears in New Chief of Police

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Thu, 09/30/2021 - 05:00

On Monday September 20th had a swearing in ceremony for new TISD Chief of police, Jerry “Chuey” Valladarez. The ceremony was made extra special when his son, Nicholas Valladarez, flew in to surprise his dad hours before the school board meeting and had the honoring of pinning on his new badge.

Texas Comptroller Announces $285 Million in Unclaimed Property Returned in Fiscal 2021

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Thu, 09/30/2021 - 05:00

The Texas Comptroller’s office approved and paid $285 million in unclaimed property claims during the past fiscal year, Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced today.

Jason Petty to Perform “Hank & My Honky Tonk Heroes” Terrell on October 7, 2021

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Thu, 09/30/2021 - 05:00

After a highly successful restart in September for live and in-person performances, the E! Terrell Entertainment Series is bringing Jason Petty to the Jamie Foxx Performing Art Center at 7:30 pm on Thursday, October 7, 2021.

We Must be Vigilant to Preserve our Hunting Traditions

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Thu, 09/30/2021 - 05:00

Many avid hunters are already planning for deer season, which begins Oct. 2 for bowhunters and Nov. 7 for general firearms season. Landowners who participate in special management programs within the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department can begin harvesting deer Oct. 2 with a firearm, as well.

How Single-Use Plastics Are Driving Climate Change

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Thu, 09/30/2021 - 05:00

Did you know that singleuse plastic is a major driver of climate change and is harmful to human health -- even when it’s recycled? According to a new report, leading consumer goods companies are driving the expansion of plastic production.

Three Tips to Recycle Fall Leaves

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Thu, 09/30/2021 - 05:00

Many people are coming across top-grade fertilizer in their yard, then simply raking it up and tossing it to the curb. The underappreciated substance is fallen leaves, said Skip Richter, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service horticulture agent, Brazos County, and host of Garden Success, KAMU FM/HD-1.

Getting Outside is the Best Way to Get Rid of the Blues

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Thu, 09/30/2021 - 05:00

Brad’s idea of a good time is to swim across the lake at the base of the Grand Tetons, then hike to the top peak and back again on the same day. Sometimes his wife Sheila will join him for the hike portion. He’s also summited with his two daughters, ages 19 and 15.

Did You Know?

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Thu, 09/30/2021 - 05:00

The end of the year is often a popular time to volunteer, as the spirit of giving that’s synonymous with the holiday season compels millions of people to make an effort to support local charities and nonprofit organizations.

Victory Real Estate Group Breaks Ground on New Retail, Restaurants

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Thu, 09/23/2021 - 05:00

Last Wednesday morning the City of Forney and Victory Real Estate Group broke ground on the continuation of the Victory Shops, located on Marketplace Boulevard near US Highway 80.