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Doctors Answer Patient Questions About COVID Vaccination

Statepoint

Thu, 07/01/2021 - 05:00

The American Medical Association (AMA) is urging Americans to get vaccinated as soon as they’re eligible and continue precautions against COVID-19 infection. But patients have many questions.

More Than 150 Employees Resign or are Fired From Houston Hospital System After Refusing to get Vaccinated

Dan Diamond, The Washington Post

Thu, 07/01/2021 - 05:00

More than 150 healthcare workers who did not comply with a Houstonbased hospital system’s vaccine mandate have been fired or resigned, more than a week after a federal judge upheld the policy.

Affordable Skin Care Tips to Battle Breakouts and Acne

Statepoint

Thu, 07/01/2021 - 05:00

Do you suffer from acne or breakouts? Don’t stress! Millions of Americans of all ages are affected by acne and it’s easier and more affordable to treat than you may think. Indeed, regular dermatologist visits and costly medications are out of reach for many.

Kaufman Man Convicted of Family Violence

News Staff

Thu, 06/24/2021 - 05:00

District Attorney Erleigh Norville Wiley announced today the conviction of Mark Wayne Jolley, 61, for assault causes bodily injury with a finding of family violence, which is a class A misdemeanor offense.

“I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry”

Don Themer Staff Writer

Thu, 06/24/2021 - 05:00

I think I was at a “sock-hop” after another Forney High School Jackrabbit victory in about 1966 or 1967 when I first heard this song played over the loudspeaker.

WaterMyYard app Reminds When, How Much to Irrigate Lawns

Adam Russell

Thu, 06/24/2021 - 05:00

It’s time to start thinking about lawn irrigation, and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service’s WaterMyYard Program can tell you when and how much to water.

Terrell Chamber of Commerce Announces 4th of July Event

News Staff

Thu, 06/24/2021 - 05:00

The Terrell Chamber of Commerce / CVB is excited to announce plans for Terrell’s annual Fourth of July celebration on Sunday, July 4. This year’s event will take place at a new location, Terrell Municipal Airport in cooperation with the No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum.

Southeastern Names 4,154 to SpringHonors List

News Staff

Thu, 06/24/2021 - 05:00

Southeastern Louisiana University has named 4,154 students to its honors list for the spring 2021 semester. The honors list is divided into three academic levels. To be named to the President’s List, students must have earned a 3.50 or better grade point average.

Southeastern Names 4,154 to SpringHonors List

Reflections

Billie Kasper

Thu, 06/24/2021 - 05:00

As sunlight shines on the water, the reflection dances on the ceiling. The constant movement of the reflection says it is windy outside and the movement of treetops visible through the window confirms this fact.

IN THE HEIGHTS

Don Themer Staff Writer

Thu, 06/24/2021 - 05:00

Kherington Themer (12 years) said after seeing this production, “I think this is now my ‘all-time favorite movie,’ and I never once lost interest or got bored during the entire show!” “Cinema” is back in business, and the Themers have their 2021 Movie Passport Card!