Athens Review by Chad Wilson

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THURSDAY, October 27, 2011

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Grand jury indicts Denton Brownsboro man charged with murder awaits trail date By Rich Flowers NEWS EDITOR

A Henderson County grand jury returned a murder indictment last week in connection with a burned body found near Brownsboro last year. Avery Lee Denton, 47, was arrested in July 2010 on a charge of tampering with physical evidence with intent to impair a human corpse. The body turned out

Denton and discovered what appeared to be human remains in a burn pile. HCSO reports said Denton admitted that the remains where those of Anderson, but did not say that he put her in the fire. Anderson had apparently been living with Denton at the residence.

to be that of 50-year-old Sandra Gail Anderson, who had been reported missing by a family member. HCSO reports said Deputy Tracy Dunnington became concerned about Anderson’s well being and contacted Sheriff Ray Nutt and the command staff. The officers went to a residence on County Road 3612 near Brownsboro. There they spoke to

Avery Lee Denton

See DENTON, Page 14A

Halloween Happenings As little ghouls and goblins prepare for the annual feast of candy on Monday, Oct. 31, several area churches and other organizations have plans to make this a spook-tackular Halloween.

Are you ready for a zombie attack?

Saturday, October 29

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Athens High School drama students Castle Campbell, Luke Davis, Quinton Johnson and Arisa Hearn act out a scene from their horror/dark comedy “Maul of the Dead.” The PG-13 production is a halloween special and will be shown tonight, Saturday and Monday. The show starts at 7 p.m. and tickets are $5.

Maul of the Dead Zombies come alive in latest production by AHS drama team By Chad Wilson STAFF WRITER

It’s 1978 and zombies in polyester walk the earth, well at least on the stage at the Athens High School Auditorium as the AHS drama team presents the horror/dark comedy “Maul of the Dead.” Based on a production by Mitch Brian,

the show is rated PG-13 for zombie violence and will thrill audiences with three shows. Starting each night at 7 p.m., the production will take place today, Saturday and Monday. Tickets are $5. As the zombies walk the earth a pair of SWAT team officers (Quinton Johnson and Mason Bogowitz) take refuge with a per-

fume counter girl (Channing Horton) inside a zombie-infested shopping mall. Hiding out in JC Penny, they're soon joined by a TV weather girl (Castle Campbell), her traffic reporter beau (Luke Davis) and a suburban punk chick (Arisa Hearn) who is

See ZOMBIES, Page 8A

Fall Hunter’s Rendezvous tonight Annual event starts at 3 p.m., highlighted by Top Shot winner By Rich Flowers NEWS EDITOR

As hunter’s across East Texas get ready to take to the deer stands, Athens gets a visit, Thursday from someone who has a little experience staring down a rifle sight. Dustin Ellerman, fresh from winning the third season of the History Channel’s “Top Shot” will be at the Fall Hunter’s Rendezvous 2011 at Wulf Outdoor Sports to hear about the latest techniques and technology

in the hunting world. The Rendezvous runs from 3-9 p.m., with Ellerman scheduled to appear from 6-8 p.m. The 2011 event continues a tradition of hunters gathering in late October. The Rendezvous moves to the spacious Wulf Brothers grounds that have been used for recent gatherings like the Feral Hog Field Day in April. The Rendezvous is a project of the Henderson County Wildlife Committee. The members will be selling raffle tickets $7,000 in

prizes . Those who purchase tickets might win a hunt at Pinehurst Farms for doe management, a feral hunt with the crew from Killin’ N’ Grillin’, Scent Blocker Hunting Gear or a Howa Hunter Combo Rifle. Single tickets for the raffle $10 each and a bundle of six is available for $50. They’re available at Wulf Outdoor Sports, the Extension Office or from any Henderson County Wildlife Committee member. “Top Shot” brings 16 contes-

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tants together to face a series of shooting challenges. The challengers are eliminated one by one until one remains. Ellerman, 28, of Zavalla, Texas, was seen by more than 2 million viewers as he shot a moving target from 500 feet away to wrap up the title. Dr. Billy Higginbotham, returns to Athens as master of ceremonies for the Rendezvous. He’s a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension faculty member in Groveton and an authority on wild hogs.

• First Baptist Church of Athens is holding a Fall Festival Saturday, Oct. 29 from 5-7 p.m. There will be indoor trick-ortreating that will be fun for all. • A Fall Family Night will be held Saturday, Oct. 29 at First Christian Church in Athens. Starting at 5:30 p.m. there will be a children’s maze, snacks, games and more. Coffee House ministry worship will be held at 6:30 p.m. before an outdoor movie starts at 7:30 p.m. The event is free. Chairs and blankets are encouraged. • Murchison ISD Parent Teacher Organization will have the Annual Fall Festival and Auction. Come join the fun of games and prizes, food and auction at the Murchison School. Activities start at 4:30 p.m. and auction starts at 6 p.m. All are invited. • Halloween Happenings for ages 12 and under will be at the Cain Center Aquatics Center on Saturday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The event brings ghosts and tons of fun to the Aquatics Center. Enjoy carnival-type games on the pool deck, underwater games, races, and many more activities that are sure to leave your goblins dripping with excitement. Parents are welcome to attend, and mandatory for all non-swimmers. No passes or memberships accepted. Cost is $5 per child. Please register by Oct. 26. For more information, contact the Cain Center at 903677-2000, or stop by at 915 S. Palestine St., Athens. • The Lake Athens Baptist Church Fall Festival will be held at West Hyland apartments this year from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Come join the fun! • Is your dog all dressed up for Halloween with nowhere to go? Well, we have the answer for you! The Athens Country Club is hosting the 3rd Annual Fall 5K and Fun Walk to benefit the Humane Society. It is a fun run or walk, followed by awards, a costume contests for kids and your family pet and great entertainment. Registration begins at 8 a.m., with the race beginning at 9 a.m. The Humane Society will also have an adoption center on site for any of you who may be interested in adopting a furry friend. • The City of Tool Fall Festival will be at the Oran White Civic Center from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. It is a free event for ages 12 and under. Call for more information: 903-432-3522, Ext. 101. • Providence Baptist Church, 1016 Church Road in Tool, is having its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 29, from 6-8 p.m. It's all free and includes a hot dog supper, hay rides, fan-

See HALLOWEEN, Page 14A

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Bible Verse

Yes, we are in a recession, but a church has found a way to build a beautiful facility without going into debt. Sound impossible? The pastor believes nothing is impossible with God. Page 3A

“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” — 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NIV)

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