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OURGUNTER H ISTORY | V ALUES | F UTURE
CONTENTS 3
History comes to Mrs. Inglish’s Classes
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GHS Girls Basketball
100 Days of School
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Gunter Wrestling Club
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GHS Wrestling
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School Zone: Suessical Jr. Photos
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GISD March 2021 Calendar
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When was the Town of Gunter Founded?
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All-State Musicians
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Jr. FFA
Special Olympics Basketball
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City Connection
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Gunter Library & Museum Events
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Gunter Library & Museum Hours & Calendar
Editorial & Design Renee Marler Renee@4cMediaGroup.com Production Jimmy Marler James@4cMediaGroup.com Contributing Writers Renee Marler | Gunter ISD | The History of Gunter by Scott Jordan
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Suessical Jr. was a great performance full of talent and laughs!
GUNTER HISTORY Exacly when was the Town of Gunter founded? Find out here! CITY OF GUNTER Information and notices from the City of Gunter
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Congrats to the Gunter Lady Tigers on a TERRIFIC Season!
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GUNTER ISD SCHOOL ZONE
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GUNTER ISD SCHOOL ZONE
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So When Was the Town of Gunter Really Founded?? So when was the Town of Gunter founded? We have heard 1901, 1903, 1907, 1914, etc. The correct date is October 12, 1901. On that day, Jot Gunter deeded 328 1/2 acres to the Gunter Townsite Company for $25,000. The land came from four surveys, H.T. & B.R.R Co., James Cornell, Leroy Kerley, and Jot Gunter. The town was organized in 1902 when the St. Louis, San Francisco and Texas Railway arrived. The railroad had reached as far as Gunter in November of 1901. The railroad made Gunter a retail and community center for farmers in the area. Lots were slow to sell in 1901 & 1902 but picked up pace in 1903. An additional addendum and expansion of this plat will follow about 10 years later.
Photos of the original plat recorded at the Grayson County Courthouse. Courtesy of The History of Gunter by Scott Jordan Facebook page.
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City
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Gunter Downtown Master Plan The Gunter Downtown Master Plan is fully underway, and we are learning some exciting things about what the community is looking for Downtown! A summary of the Downtown Survey results and some initial existing conditions findings have been posted for review, and it’s only the beginning. Please subscribe to updates to stay in the loop and review these initial planning documents at www.downtowngunter.com. OurGunter.com | March 20212
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Easter Celebration at the Gunter Center
Story Time
Winter Storm Damage
Friday, April 2nd the Library and the other Shop Owners will host a child Easter party. Make sure to bring a basket to collect free Easter candy as well as enjoy face painting, hop-scotch, scavenger hunts, cotton candy, a bounce house and many more surprises. The party will start at 3:00pm so make sure to Mark your calendars so you don’t miss it.
The wait is over and the Gunter Library weekly Story Time kicked back off on March 2nd celebrating with Dr Seuss’ Birthday. The kids had a blast with Mrs. Renee reading the book What Pet Should I Get? The kids also made a fun take-home craft.
The Gunter Library like many other places in town fell victim to the Winter Storm when the ruptured water pipes at the Gunter Center shops flooded the Library. The Library suffered damage to the ceilings, walls and floor. The book’s luckily were only damp from moisture and were saved.
Join us each Tuesday at 11:00am for a new and fun story, snack and interactive craft. Story Time is before the normal opening of the Library to other Patrons assuring Parents of limited exposure and plenty of social distancing.
In times when disaster strikes our community shines. Men, women and kids came to the aid of the Library and assisted to remove damaged ceiling tiles, carpet, books and furniture. The local Boy Scouts and Father’s came back to lay new carpet tiles and set the Library back up. A huge thank you to each and every person that helped. Gunter is a community that always supports one another.
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Living in Gunter can be expensive, but I’m here to help you find ways to save. I’ll help you find the right amount of coverage specific to your needs to keep more of your hard-earned money in your wallet. Give me a call today.
Proudly keeping Gunter in Good Hands
David Vogel The Vogel Agency 903-892-0380 5621 Texoma Parkway Sherman, TX 75090 davidvogel1@allstate.com
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Proud to support Gunter ISD and Gunter Athletics! Subject to terms, conditions and availability. Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Co. © 2019 Allstate Insurance Co. The Gunter Library and Museum has been a part of the Gunter community for sixteen years. We are a 501 c3 non profit Library with volunteers who give their time and talents to serve our area’s business, academic, imagination, and reading needs. Visit us 110 S. Hwy 289 (next to the donut shop) and take advantage of our services • Books in print/audio/e-books/DVDs • Storytime, STEAM, and kids Summer Reading programs • Book Club • Free wifi and computer access with printer and fax services • Visit our museum and featuring artifacts, picture, and stories about the history of Gunter
Stay current on all library events and activities by visiting us at gunterlibrary.com Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!
March Calendar March 2 Story-time - 11:00am - What Pet Do I Get March 9 Story-time - 11:00am - A Cooked Up Fairytale March 11 - Friends of the Library Board Meeting 7:00pm March 16 - Story-time - 11:00am - The Great Leprechaun Chase March 23 Story-time - 11:00am March 25 Adult Book Club - 7:00pm March 27 STEAM - 2:00pm March 30 Story-time - 11:00am April 2 Gunter Center Shops present A Child Easter Party - 3pm to 5pm
Gunter Library & Museum 110 S. Hwy 289 (next to the donut shop) Sue Stratton Library Director OurGunter.com | March 20212
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