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Commissioners study roads

By Rich Flowers NEWS EDITOR

Each Henderson County Commissioner has completed a report on the roads in his precinct, stating the condition of the roadway.

Precinct 4 Commissioner

Ken Geeslin said completion of a road report is a requirement for the county to designate a County Energy Transportation Reinvestment Zone, and apply for grant funds available to help repair roads damaged by oil and gas activity.

The county qualifies for $286,000 of the $225 million allocated by the Texas Legislature for the purpose. This is the first time that Henderson County has submitted an analyzed road report. “Along with the road report,

the county is submitting reports that delineates those that have had deterioration during fiscal year 2013 caused by oil exploration,� Geeslin said.

The court is paying special attention to sections of Precinct 1 and Precinct 4, where

considerable oil and gas-industry activity has taken place.

Precinct 1 Commissioner Scotty Thomas said checking each road was quite an undertaking, but educational for him

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Deadline to register for primary near

By Chad Wilson EDITOR

ics presentation “Wildflowers of the Post Oak Savannah.� More than 200 flowers, photographed in Henderson and Anderson County are included in the presentation. The photographing and cataloguing of the Available Friday flowers over a period of about three years. “I’ve always been interested in photography,�

Stafford said. “I recently got more interested in it

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Okay, maybe it is not about you. Maybe it is about helping someone in need of a nice, warm coat for these blistery winter days.

The Cain Center is to the rescue again.

This Saturday, the Cain Center will host a Garage and Coat Sale from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

There is plenty of free parking, while admission is also free. “The community has come to love this event,� organizer Bethany Airhart said. “Our Garage and Coat sale is a wonderful service to the community. A 5-person family can get high-quality coats for under $50 for the entire family. And unlike flea markets, you don’t have to weather the cold to save money. We have over 1,000 coats to sell for either $5 or $10 each.

Many of these coats are highend, name-brand coats, including North Face, Ralph Lauren, Polo, Fubu, Spyder, Levi, Osh

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See SALE, Page 9A

By Rich Flowers NEWS EDITOR

On March 4, Henderson County voters will be asked to decide on elections involving more than two dozen candidates at the county level or below, and also give their opinion on several issues.

The first step toward making a difference in the upcoming 2014 Primary Election is to be sure you’re registered to vote.

County Election Administrator Denise Hernandez reminds that Monday, Feb. 3 is the final day to register. Once you’re signed up, you’ll also need an ID to present at the polls.

According to Hernandez, if the address on your voter certificate is your current address, and the name on the certificate matches, or is substantially similar to the name on the ID you will be allowed to vote.

Current law requires that you be registered in the county you call home, and have a picture ID to vote. Contact the Voter Registration office at 940-6264453 or 940-627-3656, if you have

Athens’ Wayne Stafford explores a smaller world through his camera

By Rich Flowers NEWS EDITOR

Wayne Stafford likes to take the time to notice the little things - very little things.

Stafford, retired from years on the job at New Era electric is now in his 80s, but that hasn’t slowed down his curiosity. You might say he’s wild about wild flowers and of late is enchanted by butterflies.

With his camera he’s located and photographed some colorful species you might run across if you spent a little time in your back yard or a nearby vegetable garden.

Stafford won a Texas Master Gardener Association 2011 first place award for his graph-

See NOW, Page 2A

Trespassing Man seen on old hospital roof

By Rich Flowers NEWS EDITOR

The old Henderson County Hospital on Lindsey Drive has long been a target for intruders who come to vandalize the building or pull wiring from the walls.

Now that plans are in the works to renew the building and put it to use, the new owners are intent on keeping trespassers out. Athens Police Chief Buddy Hill said a trespasser was arrested there on Saturday, and more could come if the unwelcome visitors don’t get

the message. “We received a call on Saturday about a man on the roof of the hospital,� Hill said. “Officers responded, and they found a man on the roof and ordered him down.�

Officer Michael Reynolds arrested 50-year-old James Keith Stacks for criminal trespass. He was booked into the Henderson County Jail, and remained in custody on Thursday, with bond set at $3,000.

Hill said the old hospital is

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GBC Mayor announces county’s approval of ETJ

By Kathi Nailling STAFF WRITER

During the Gun Barrel City Council's regular meeting on Tuesday evening, Gun Barrel City Mayor Paul Eaton told the council the Henderson County Commissioners approved the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) Agreement with Gun Barrel City.

The agreement came after a 2-month discussion with Henderson County Judge Richard Sanders.

Eaton had said, “It should be

up to the city to decide what goes in a residential neighborhood that is not considered residential. If they are in the city’s ETJ, it should be submitted to the city for approval.�

According to City Manager Gerry Boren, the agreement is only for platting property within the city's ETJ. He said they want to make sure when someone is building within the city's ETJ they have proper roads and emergency entrances.

City council members adopted an ordinance calling the

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Enjoy this special issue that includes a second section with sports and more.

May 10, 2014 general election to elect a mayor and two council members. Councilpersons representing Precinct 1 (East) and Precinct 4 (West) will be elected during the May election. The council and the mayor seats are 2-year terms.

Eaton and Councilman Dennis Baade (Pct 4) have indicated their bid for re-election.

Melvin Hayes (Pct 1), who has served six years on the council, is not eligible for re-election.

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Bible Verse In my Father's house are many mansions: If it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. — John 14:2

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FIVE-DAY FORECAST TEXAS CITIES TODAY

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60°

Partly sunny, breezy and milder.

TONIGHT

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48°/40° New Jan 30

Occasional rain and drizzle.

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REGIONAL FORECAST Dallas

Terrell

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Mineola

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Gilmer

59/51 Kaufman

Canton

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Athens

Ennis

Tyler

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Corsicana

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Frankston

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Dawson

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Fairfield

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Palestine

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Mexia

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WEATHER HISTORY

The temperature at La Junta, Colo., rose from 5 degrees on the morning of Jan. 30, 1991, to a high of 50 degrees in the afternoon.

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Randal Tye Thomas passed away on Monday, Jan. 13, 2014. He was born in Terrell on Aug. 23, 1978. He grew up in Mabank.

Tye was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Mabank when growing up. Tye grew up as a young entrepreneur. He founded and published his own newspaper as a student in Mabank High School.

He graduated Mabank High School, and after winning a high school contest Thomas on young entrepreneur, went to Johnson and Wales University in Providence, R.I. He had won a full scholarship to the University.

As a student, Tye owned his own business of over 100 vending-machine routes in the city. He was employed for the Coastway Credit Union in Providence. He also served as a volunteer in the Executive Offices of then Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Almond.

Tye graduated from Johnson and Wales University in 1998 with an Associate of Science degree in Business Administration. He graduated in November 1999 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing.

In January 2000, Tye founded Lakeside News, a weekly newspaper in Gun Barrel City. In February 2000, he launched the campaign for Mayor of Gun Barrel City, and on May 6, 2000, he won. He was only 21-years-old. He became the city’s youngest Mayor in history, as well as the youngest Mayor in Texas history. Tye also became a member of the Electoral College in the United States presidential election in Texas, 2000.

Tye has had several businesses over the last several years, including Skippy’s Critters, and Credit Repair Business.

Tye is preceded in death by his mother, Rynell Reynolds Thomas, and his is maternal grandmother, Claude Monahan Taylor.

Tye is survived by: his father, Larry Ray Thomas and his wife Janna from Mabank; his sister, Tracy Thomas Logan of Allen, and her children; niece, Brittany Baker and husband, Cole; great-nieces, Avery Cole and Coley Ray Baker of Corinth; nephew, Blake Logan, and his fiancée, Brandi Kerry of McKinney; sister, Trina Schoenstein, and husband Mike Schoenstein of South Lake; nieces Jill, Allison, and nephew, Adam Schoenstein; brother in Mabank, Todd Thomas and wife, Debbie Thomas; and niece, Felicia; nephews, Brandon, Dylan, and Dayton Thomas; grandparents, Clyde and Ruth Thomas of Canton; aunt and uncle John and Ralaine Manning of Mabank; cousins Keitha Adams and family, Scott Manning and family of Mabank; aunt Dianne Thomas of San Antonio; cousin, Heath Thomas and family of San Antonio.

Chloe, Tye’s 16-year-old black cat, has been put to rest.

Randal Tye Thomas and Chloe’s ashes will remain at Berarducci and Sons in Woonsocket, R.I. until the family has set a date and time to follow the request of Tye, which was to be sprinkled over Block Island together.

Any donations can be made at your local animal shelters of your choice in their honor.

Memorial service will be Saturday, Feb. 1, 2 to 4 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Mabank.

ATHENS-Funeral services for Bea Waters, 89, Athens are scheduled for 2 p.m., Friday at Carroll-Lehr Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Richard Palmer officiating.

Burial will follow in Oaklawn Memorial Park.

Mrs. Waters passed away Monday, Jan. 27, 2014 in Athens.

She was born Aug. 26, 1924 in Henderson County to Robert Graham and Angie Green Godwin. Bea had Waters been a resident of Athens all her life.

She was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness. She was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Bea was a great seamstress, singer and cook. She loved gardening and taking care of her flowers.

She is preceded in death by daughter Bobbie Nell Parker and two grandchildren.

Survivors include: husband of 55 years Wiley Waters, Athens; son Jerry D. Holland and wife Kathy, Montgomery; sisters Loy Jackson and husband James, Bethel, Joy Wright and husband Wilbur, Jacksonville; grandchildren Leslie Brewer, Jones Creek, Sunny Cain, Carson City, Nevada, Lindsey Knight, Katy, Meagan Whitfield, Katy; great-grandchildren Kayla Holcomb, Timothy Holcomb and Marshall Holcomb, all of Brushy Creek; numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Timothy Holcomb, Marshall Holcomb, Mason Whitfield, Dwayne Edwards, Casey Knight and Robert Edwards.

Visitation for family and friends will be 6 p .m. to 8 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home.

You may leave a message of condolence or light a memorial candle for the family at www.carroll-lehr.com

Now Continued from 1A questions.

Texas election law states that a person desiring to vote must submit an application to the registrar of the county in which the person resides. The application must have the applicant’s first name, middle name and last name. It must also include any former names the applicant may have had.

Hernandez said if the names don’t match, but are similar enough for the election clerk to determine that it is indeed the voter, the voter will be asked to read an affidavit, and initial a box affirming that they are the person listed.

The affidavit states that by initialing, the voter swears to be a resident of the precinct in which he is attempting to vote, was a resident at the time the information on the voter’s

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Yesteryear January 30, 1994 • As much as four inches of snow may be on the ground Sunday morning in Athens, according to the National Weather Service.

Much of the state was under winter weather advisories as snow was expected in West Texas and was moving toward the east.

• Athens businesswoman Ginger Morton accepted the presidency of the Athens Chamber of Commerce Friday night by issuing a challenge to citizens to become involved in their community.

• Bank of Athens President J. Lynn Allen and Athens City Secretary Pam Burton shared Citizen of the Year honors last night before a capacity crowd of 530 people at the annual Athens Chamber of Commerce Banquet.

• Athens Chamber of Commerce President Ginger Morton congratulated 1993 President Ron Baugh on two successful years at the helm of the chamber.

• Judge Bill Burton of Athens was certified at the recent 40hour justice of the peace basic seminar held Jan. 16-21 in Austin.

• Claude Douglas, United Teacher Associations district manager, recently discussed the problems of financing long-term health care at a meeting of the Henderson County Retired Teachers Association.

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CRIME STOPPERS

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FEATURED CRIME Henderson County Crimestoppers can use your help in solving an animal cruelty case.

On Saturday, October 19, 2013 at approximately 10:45A.M., a dog owner in the vicinity of County Road 1208 found their dog shot approximately seven times with a small caliber firearm. The dog underwent emergency surgery but later succumbed to the injuries.

ANYONE WITH ANY INFORMATION IS ASKED TO PLEASE CONTACT HENDERSON COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, CAPTAIN BRYAN TOWER. Persons with information wishing to remain anonymous may contact Henderson County Crime Stoppers.

If you have any information about this crime or any other felony crimes please contact Crimestoppers at 903-675-8477 (TIPS) or 1-800-545-8477 (TIPS).

Callers will remain anonymous.

residence list was last provided to the registrar, and did not deliberately provide false information to secure registration in an precinct other than the one in which he resides.

The affidavit also states that the person at the polls is voting only once in the election. If a person comes to the polls with a name similar to, but not an exact match for the one on the list, he or she will be given the opportunity to sign an affidavit, swearing to be the person on the list.

Once registered, voters can go to one of three earlyballoting locations beginning on Feb. 18 and running through Feb. 28. They are the Henderson County Elections Center at 201 E. Larkin St. in Athens, the Chandler Community Center at 811 Highway 31 East, in Chandler and the Seven Points City Hall at 428 Cedar Creek Parkway in Seven Points.

Eldeva J. Huddleston Athens – Memorial services for Eldeva Huddleston, 82, of Athens, are scheduled for 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 31, 2014 at the Hannigan Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Paul McKinney officiating.

Interment will follow at a later date in the Athens Cemetery in Athens.

Eldeva passed away on Jan. 25, 2014 in Athens.

Eldeva J. Cathcart Huddleston was born Aug. 26, 1931, in Red River County, Texas to Charles Everett Cathcart and Ophelia Huddleston Cathcart.

Deva was preceded in death by her loving husband, David R. Huddleston, her parents and one brother, Malcolm Cathcart.

She is survived by: two sons, Scott Huddleston and wife Brenda of Athens, Keith Huddleston of Athens; one daughter, Lori Smith and husband Mike of Payne Springs; one sister Wynema Lewis and husband K.W. of Midland; sister-in-law Marge Cathcart of Boulder City, Nev. and grandchildren.

The family would like to give special thanks to all of the staff and friends at South Place Nursing Center in Athens.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Hannigan Smith Funeral Home Family in Athens.

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Obituaries Audrey Tedford Dyer

Bruno Gottlieb Goerdel

Diane Marie Hughes Welch

MURCHISON-Services for Audrey Tedford Dyer, 75, Murchison, are scheduled for 2 p.m., Saturday in First United Methodist Church, Murchison with the Rev. Brooks Taylor officiating.

Burial will follow in Oaklawn Memorial Park, Athens.

Mrs. Dyer passed away Jan. 27, 2014 in Tyler.

She was born July 23, 1938 in Murchison to the late Homer and Dyer Earlie Mae Saxon Tedford. Following graduation from Brownsboro High School in 1956, Audrey studied nursing at Texarkana College, where she earned her Licensed Vocational Nurses Certification. She worked a number of years in various hospitals and nursing homes.

She married Carleton Dyer Sept. 17, 1957. Audrey worked to support Carleton through seminary. The Rev. Dyer had a 48-year tenure with the Texas Methodist Conference. Audrey was a supportive pastor’s wife, as they served many churches in Texas. The church youth were particularly drawn to Audrey, and she was ultimately given the nickname “Mom” Dyer.

While in Nacogdoches, the youth knew where they could go for a good home-cooked meal, followed by a delicious pie. The Dyers retired to Murchison in 1995.

She was preceded in death by a son, Carleton Chris Dyer, grandson Aaron Stanford Williams and brother Timmy Bill Tedford.

Survivors include: husband Carleton Dyer, Murchison; son William Alex Dyer, Port Arthur; daughters Kristin Kay Stone and husband David, Murchison, Angela Lin Williams, Murchison; brother Teddy Alex Tedford and wife Pam, Athens; eight grandchildren and one great-grandson.

Pallbearers will be David Stone, Kurt Laney, Mike Williams, Joshua Williams, Roddy Waites and the Rev. David Urban.

Honorary pallbearers will be Ted Tedford and Don Graves.

Visitation for family and friends will be 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Friday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, family requests memorials be made to First United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 8, Murchison, TX 75778.

You may leave a message of condolence, or light a memorial candle for the family at www.carroll-lehr.com

ATHENS-Services for Bruno Gottlieb Goerdel, 97, Athens, are scheduled for 10 a.m., Friday at St. John Lutheran Church with Dr. Fred Rogers officiating.

Burial will follow in Oaklawn Memorial Park under the direction of Carroll-Lehr Funeral Home.

Mr. Goerdel passed away Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2014 in Tyler.

He was born Jan. 31, 1916 in Aleman to Louis Samuel and Julia Ann Goerdel Tischler Goerdel, the sixth of seven children. He was baptized and confirmed in St. Paul’s Lutheran Church of Aleman. His family moved to Indian Gap where he grew up.

July 7, 1935, he married Alwine Nauert. They enjoyed 74 years of marriage, and were blessed with two daughters, Nelda and Margaret. They farmed at Indian Gap, and Bruno worked bridge construction as a foreman on many large projects over the state. In 1980, they retired and moved to Athens.

He was a charter member and instrumental in building St. John Lutheran Church in Athens and in Fairfield as foreman of the Laborers for Christ workers. He remained an active member of St. John the rest of his life.

Bruno was a pleasant person, always cheerful, confident and comfortable, whatever the circumstances. He was a Christian example, strong in faith, committed to daily Bible reading and confident in salvation.

He is preceded in death by his wife Alwine, son-in-law Kenneth Krueger, grandson Steven Krueger and granddaughter Sue Ann Giles.

Survivors include: daughter Nelda Krueger, Elgin, Margaret Giles and husband Lowell, Athens; grandchildren Allan Krueger of Elgin, Kathleen and Jed Dube of McDade, Melinda and Craig Miller, and Karen and Walter Lawler of Elgin, Lloyd and Jan Giles of Athens; 12 greatgrandchildren, eight great-great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Lloyd Giles, Allan Krueger, Jed Duke, Walter Lawler and Craig Miller.

Honorary pallbearers will be Don and Patsy Wiehl, Melton and Thelma Shirley, Lynn and Nita Benezue, Mike and Harla Greenwood, Bill and Ruth Martin, Jim and Julie Petzloff, Lloyd and Pat Woolverton and Margaret Love.

Visitation will be 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home.

You may leave a message of condolence, or light a memorial candle for the family at www.carroll-lehr.com

Diane Marie Hughes Welch was born on Sept. 1, 1960 in Houston, and passed away on Jan. 27, 2014 at ETMC Athens.

Diane was a faithful witness for her Lord Jesus Christ, and when a young woman, she was filled with the Holy Ghost. Diane loved to sing and write beautiful songs about her Lord and Savior. One of her favorite scriptures was: “I can do all things through Christ who strengtheneth me.”

Welch Philippians 4:13.

A favorite line from one of her original songs was, “I have he strength of the Lion of Judah.”

Diane’s funny sense of humor endeared her to all who knew her.

Diane was a very caring daughter, sister and mother of two sons, Christopher Welch and Cory Welch.

She had a remarkable memory and amazed her Christian friends by her ability to name all 66 books of the Bible, not only forward from Genesis to Revelation, but also backwards from Revelation to Genesis.

Through many physical trials and tribulations, Diane remained faithful in testifying to the power of God. God spoke to her in His still small voice, and recently, she felt she heard Him tell her “Every step you take will be crowned with victory.”

What Paul wrote in 2 Timothy 4:7-8 may be said about Diane. “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Henceforth, there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but into all them also that love his appearing.”

Two days before her passing, Diane quoted from PS.136: “His mercy endureth forever.”

A memorial service for Diane was held last Tuesday at the Fair View Apartments in Athens.

Smoke fills Henderson County From Staff Reports There were several clouds of smoke across the county on Wednesday causing many to be concerned.

Henderson County Fire Marshal Shane Renberg said the cause for the smoke was controlled burns.

“Concerning the smoke everyone is seeing south of Athens, it is a controlled burn again like the one we all experienced last week,” he said. “If the winds were calmer, the smoke would settle just like last week and still may settle if the winds calm this afternoon. We also

have controlled burns around the fish hatchery and Chandler area today. I hope this help with the concerns.”

Over the weekend there were 16 fires in the county. Ten of the fires were grass fires along with three structures and three other fires.

Trespassing Continued from 1A surrounded by a fence with several signs warning trespassers to keep off the property. Police contacted the owner of the property, who said the man did not have permission to be on the grounds, and wished to have the intruder prosecuted.

Hill also wanted to assure residents that reside near the hospital building that APD regularly checks the area, and will continue to make arrests if unautho-

rized individuals are found there. In the past, APD has made arrests there for copper theft, and in 2006, a person was electrocuted there while cutting away wiring.

The Memorial Hospital was built in 1948, and closed in the 1980s, following the construction of East Texas Medical Center.

In 2007, the county paid more than $100,000 to have asbestos removed from the structure, a prerequisite to demolition. The building won a last-minute reprieve when a buyer came forward for the property. The property was sold to Babit L.L.C in 2012.

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The love of my life is on the road once again S

he’s gone again. But this time, she’s in Houston on really serious business!

Yeah – My wife is on the road again, as Willie Nelson would have sung it. But, it wasn’t a vacation.

Jean has been known to go places to help both grandchildren, but this time, she has traveled to help her grandson Lane and his wife Brandi, have their second child. Of course, this corresponds to being our second great-grandchild. Her name is Lila Kay. Lane’s and Brandi’s first child was born in November 2012. Lola Lee was so beautiful, and was even more wonderful than we could have ever imagined. I mean, some people have children. Some have grandchildren.

But, even fewer have greatgrandchildren. Just living that long can be labeled a major victory.

But now, Jean and I have two, that really are “great.”

As you will remember from a column I wrote just after Lola’s birth, we were both there for that one that was also in Houston.

Jeff Riggs Lola was truly a fantastic reward in life. But, I would have driven many thousands of miles, if necessary, just to see Lane’s reaction to his daughter’s birth. If there is a perfect world before Heaven, I saw it in him. I saw what I view as the perfect father, and he appears to me to be the perfect husband.

He was so lovingly helpful to both his dedicated wife, Brandi, and to her parents during this time of tension, Mike and Linda Smith.

He stayed with them into the night and to the end.

He then did everything possible to make life a little more comfortable for us all. I think that’s pretty

good acts of heroism for someone 25, or for that matter – any age.

During the birth of his second daughter, Lila, at the age of 26, he has been employed at a location where there’s oil rigs. He did break away long enough to be of assistance during the birth. But, then it was better for him to get back in order to secure his job, especially with the expense of two very young children.

He and my wife have joined with Mike and Linda to make this as comfortable for Brandi and Lola and Lila as possible. I would have been there, but I had been taking a lot of time off, while going both to Tulsa, Okla. to visit our granddaughter, Ciara, and for just over two weeks to Ecuador. I personally believed I should stay put for a while.

After all, Jean knows what she is doing, and gives me reports at least once every day by phone.

Jean has basically taken care of Lola, both during Brandi’s birthgiving episode, and afterwards, when Brandi was limited as to what

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she could do to help with Lola. Of course, Lane was busy in the presence of both Brandi and Lila during this time.

Brandi’s father, Mike, is the main chauffeur for the CEO of the Houston division of Shell Petroleum. Linda has her own storefront business in the Houston Heights area. Both are extremely busy during many hours of the day, and needed Jean’s assistance as it could be given. They didn’t ask for her help – she just called everybody and offered it.

So what am I doing while Jean has been gone since early last week?

Of course, I’ve been working everyday. Then at night, I go home and watch recordings from the western channel of my favorite television series of all time, “Bonanza.”

I also feed our six horses, four donkeys, eight dogs and two cats.

Usually, when Jean leaves town, upon her return, if the trip was during her birthday, she’ll get a birthday card signed by every one

of the animals.

OK, let’s get serious. I do help them all sign the card. I have to really guide those hooves and paws.

All of the children want to welcome their Mama back home. Like their Daddy (who they call What’s-hisname), they miss her incredibly.

Even our one inside dog, a chihuahua named Gracie, is saddened while she is gone. For the first two days she was gone this time, Gracie stationed herself on one of the living room chairs watching the door for the big entrance. But, it didn’t happen.

Finally, after that first two days, Gracie finally decided to come into the bedroom, and crawl through the covers to rest next to my leg like she does when Jean is here.

This time, Jean will get a welcome-back card. And all the horses, donkeys, dogs and cats will welcome their Mama back once again.

And, I will welcome back the love of my life.

Jeff Riggs is Associate Editor of the Athens Daily Review. His e-mail address is jriggs@athensreview.com

FROM THE ARCHIVES

AMWA sues citizens of Athens A few weeks ago I wrote a letter to the editor in regards to who wins and losses in a lawsuit filed by Athens Municipal Water Authority against the City of Athens. My contention was at that time the citizens of Athens lose.

After writing the first letter, I decided I would try to gain some insight into this situation. I have spoken to two former mayors, former directors of the AMWA, former AMWA legal counsel, former and current councilmen and other concerned citizens.

So far, it is unanimous among these individuals that a lawsuit against the City of Athens is an unwise and extremely costly endeavor. At last week’s trial, seven lawyers were involved representing both sides. I asked a local attorney what he estimated that day costs the taxpayers of Athens. His estimate was $14,000 - $20,000. Ouch!

According to the minutes of AMWA, the vote was 5-0 to file the suit. That was after voting 5-0 to cease discussion and mediation efforts with the City of Athens. What is the rush?

With that in mind, I located the following lawsuit:

Athens Municipal Water Authority vs. The City of Athens Cause No. 2013A-1/45 Filed December 10, 2013 Who is AMWA suing?

The City of Athens – That is all of us, the citizens of Athens.

If AMWA wins the lawsuit, who pays? Again, the citizens of Athens!

Assuming a lawsuit of $4 million, and our approximate population of 10,000 citizens, that equates to a bill of $400 per person.

Why does the AMWA need the $4 million? It has been widely stated that they currently have approximately $4.8 million in reserves. To quote a local pastor, “What are they going to do with the money?”

President Lincoln in his Gettysburg Address mentioned that our government agencies are “of the people, by the people and for the people.”

When AMWA sues “the people” (the citizens of Athens) that they should be representing, whose side are they on?

I have better uses for my $400.

Respectfully,

Mike Peek Athens

May 27, 1969: Mrs. Billy E. Richardson, a library assistant at Athens High School, aids Sandy Branch in locating material for a homemaking project. Librarians are always available to serve the students in finding just what they need. They also keep the library well stocked with the latest books.

Don’t let Christie close more bridges No one should be surprised by the obstructionist culture supported by Republican Gov. Chris Christie. Impeding the flow of traffic on one of the busiest bridges in the United States is a minor offense, compared to the obstructive actions of Republican leaders across the country.

The party of “no” has done everything in its power to block the flow of growth and progress since President Obama took office.

In many cases, they have voted against their own values in an attempt to defeat Obama.

If you think closing down traffic on the George Washington Bridge was detrimental to the wellbeing of U.S. citizens, give Christie free reign as President, and see what else his crew can close.

Maybe your bridge, my bridge – you know, the one called Middle Class America.

Jerry S. Phillips Athens

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Today's Highlight in History: On Jan. 30, 1964, the United States launched Ranger 6, an unmanned spacecraft carrying television cameras that crash-landed on the moon, but failed to send back images.

On this date: In 1649, England's King Charles I was executed for treason.

In 1862, the ironclad USS Monitor was launched from the Continental Iron Works in Greenpoint, N.Y., during the Civil War. In 1882, the 32nd president of the United States, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, was born in Hyde Park, N.Y. In 1933, Adolf Hitler became chancellor of Germany. The first episode of the "Lone Ranger" radio program was broadcast on station WXYZ in Detroit.

In 1962, two members of "The Flying Wallendas" high-wire act were killed

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In 1968, the Tet Offensive began during the Vietnam War as Communist forces launched surprise attacks against South Vietnamese provincial capitals.

In 1972, 13 Roman Catholic civil rights marchers were shot to death by British soldiers in Northern Ireland on what became known as "Bloody Sunday."

In 1974, President Richard Nixon delivered what would be his last State of the Union address; Nixon pledged to rein in rising prices without the "harsh medicine of recession" and establish a national health care plan that every American could afford.

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Ten years ago: Former French Prime Minister Alain Juppe (al-AN' zhoo-PAY') was found guilty in connection with a party financing scandal and declared ineligible for public office for 10 years (later reduced to one year on appeal).

NASA's Mars rover Opportunity spied hints of a mineral that typically forms in water - a finding that could mean the dry and dusty Red Planet was once wetter and more hospitable to life.

Today's Birthdays: Actress Dorothy Malone is 89. Producer-director Harold Prince is 86. Actor Gene Hackman is 84.

Actress Tammy Grimes is 80. Actress Vanessa Redgrave is 77. Chess grandmaster Boris Spassky is 77. Country singer Jeanne Pruett is 77. Country singer Norma Jean is 76. Former Vice President Dick Cheney is 73. Rock singer Marty Balin is 72. Rhythm-andblues musician William King (The Commodores) is 65. Singer Phil Collins is 63.

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Time for daughter to move out Work-at-home employment opportunities for retirees Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some popular work at home jobs for retirees? I’m interested in earning a little extra cash, but would also like to stay at home and have a flexible schedule.

— Recently Retired Dear Retired, If you have a computer with high-speed Internet access and a home phone, there are unlimited work-at-home opportunities for retirees depending on your skills and interest. But beware of scams. Work-at-home scams that offer big paydays without much effort are rampant on the Internet.

The best way to avoid these scams is to use websites that weed out scammers like the ones mentioned in this column, and never invest any of your own money without thoroughly checking out the business with the Better Business Bureau at bbb.org. It’s also a good idea to use search engines like Google or Bing to research a potential employer to make sure it’s legitimate.

Here are a few popular home-based career opportunities to check out, along with some trustworthy resources to help you search for employment.

Customer-service agent: These jobs answer inbound customer calls for big companies – you don’t place telemarketing calls. Agents earn an average of $8 to $15 an hour and you can usually set your own hours and pick an employer whose products or services are suited to your knowledge and interests. To find these jobs see arise.com, alpineaccess.com, liveops.com and workingsolutions.com.

Web search evaluator: Most large search engines like Google and Bing rely on home-based evaluators to test the accuracy of online search results, examining different search terms and the websites they turn up. Basic Internet skills are required and the pay ranges between $10 and $15 per hour. See lionbridge.com/careers and leapforceathome.com to apply.

Tutor: If you’re a college graduate, and have expertise in English, math, science or social studies, you could make money as an online tutor at tutor.com/apply. Tutors work with students from grade school through college and make between $10 and $15 an hour.

Transcriptionist: If you have good typing skills there are transcriptionist jobs that pay around $10 per hour for typing verbatim accounts of board meetings, presentations, conference calls, etc. Some companies that hire transcriptionists include rev.com, tigerfish.com, ubiqus.com and ctran.com.

Translation services: If you’re fluent in more than one language you can do interpretation over the phone, or translate documents or audio files not just word for word but often with cultural differences in mind. Learn about opportunities at telelanguage.com, sdl.com, verbalizeit.com, ubiqus.com and atanet.org. The pay can range from $15 to $40 an hour or more for languages in high demand.

Write or edit: If you have some writing experience, freelance writing assignments are available online and pay around $10 to $20 an hour. Contact writersmarket.com, freelancewriting.com and writerfind.com for opportunities. Or, if you’re a skilled writer, or have expertise in a particular area like food, travel, art, etc. consider submitting writing samples to magazines, trade publications, newsletters, websites or local newspapers as a freelance writer. Proofreading is another option, if you have some editing experience this pays $12 to $20 per hour. See firstediting.com and cactusglobal.com to look for proofreading jobs.

Selling online: At sites like ebay.com, craigslist.org, amazon.com and etsy.com, you can sell your own stuff or you can purchase items at garage sells, flea markets or online and resell them for a profit.

If you don’t find these options appealing, try flexjobs.com, which lists around thousands of legitimate work-at-home jobs from nearly 3,700 employers. You can gain access to their listings for $15 for one month, $30 for three months or $50 for a year.

Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

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Dear Annie: I have a 40year-old daughter who is lazy. When she injures herself, has surgery or is sick, I wait on her like she’s a baby. But I recently needed surgery myself, and she has no interest in helping me at all.

A while back, I hired someone to clean her bedroom. It took two days. It was absolutely disgusting.

Now that I can’t pick up after her, it’s getting bad again. If I say anything to her, she throws a tantrum.

I’m getting too old for this. - Can’t Take the Arguments Dear Can’t: You’re too old? Your daughter is 40 and still lives at home and expects her mother to clean her room. We do not understand parents who tacitly encourage their children to behave like babies and treat parents like servants and then complain when they do. Unless your daughter is incapable of holding a job and living independently, tell her it’s time she found a place of her own. At the very least, insist that she pay you rent.

Do not clean her room.

Close the door and let her deal with her own mess.

Dear Annie: My husband is an account executive for a large company. He

Annie’s Mailbox earns a good salary and travels frequently on business. He has to pay all of his expenses out of his own pocket and then submit expense reports for reimbursement. He is supposed to submit the forms at the end of each month for payment at the end of the following month. It’s tight for us, but tolerable.

Here’s the problem. For whatever reason, the expense checks are often not given out on time.

Sometimes my husband has to wait three or four months before being reimbursed. These are not $40 lunches. We are talking about hundreds of dollars of airline and hotel expenses, plus entertaining and feeding clients. Over four months, that can turn into thousands of dollars.

Please don’t misunderstand. I realize we’re lucky to make a good living. But we are not super-wealthy.

We have two kids in college and medical bills for my mother, and frankly, we’re not in the position to loan my husband’s company all of this money with no interest.

My husband is always quick to defend the company, saying they didn’t get the information on time or the person writing the checks was on vacation. I think he’s afraid of rocking the boat. Is there anything I can do? -- Not the Company’s Bank Dear Bank: Are you certain your husband is submitting his expenses on time? He could be telling you it’s the company’s fault to cover his own tardiness. It is also possible the company is having its own cash-flow problems and the late checks are only the tip of the iceberg. Nonetheless, it is your husband’s responsibility to handle this. Surely, he cannot be the only one who is having this particular problem. Perhaps he and other co-workers in the same situation could approach the boss together and find out what is going on.

Dear Annie: This is in response to “Not a Lawyer,” who questioned

why attorneys seem unwilling to give free legal advice.

I come from a family of lawyers and doctors. I learned that none would give free professional advice. The reason is twofold: First, the majority of questions can only be answered by “it depends on the situation.” Second is the possibility of being sued for malpractice. You have no idea how many confused people have misunderstood a professional’s opinion, especially when given in a casual setting with little or no case history.

I have yet to hear of a chef being sued for malpractice because he advised how to prepare a steak. -- Been There, Won’t Do It Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. To find out more about Annie’s Mailbox and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com.

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Makes 1 9 x 13-inch dish Pastry Shell: 1 cup water 1/2 cup butter 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup all-purpose flour 4 eggs Filling: 2 cups cold heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 (3.5 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix 2 cups cold milk Chocolate Ganache: 1 cup bittersweet chocolate, chopped 1 cup heavy cream Directions: Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place a mixing bowl in the freezer to chill.

Combine the water, butter, and salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the flour. Cook and stir until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pan and forms a ball. Transfer the mixture to a mixing

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City by city the Athens Daily Review is committed to serving Henderson County five days a week. If you have a news brief or idea, email editor Chad Wilson at editor@athensreview.com ATHENS Soccer sign-ups Saturday If your athlete wants to play soccer this season for the Henderson County Soccer Association make sure to signup this weekend at Hibbett Sports in Athens.

On Saturday, sign-ups will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sunday sign-ups are held from noon to 4 p.m.

Bring a copy of birth certificate if this is first season to play. The cost is $65 for new players and $55 for returning players who played this past fall. Cash or check only.

For more information, contact Jennie Mahmoud at 903-2862430.

ATHENS Students attend big event Athens High School students Caroline Perryman, Lexi Lassiter, Robert Lenington and Maggie Mizell attended the reception for the Dallas Theater Center's Young Patron Program which won the 2013 National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award.

Former student, Trey Wilson was one of the speakers at the event.

ATHENS Heart & Soul run coming A family-friendly 5K and 1 Mile Heart Walk benefiting the Cain Center, Inc. will be held Saturday,

Feb. 15.

A chocolate fountain with fruit and other goodies to dip will be waiting for racers who cross the finish line, or for all those who would like to come out and watch.

Awards will be given to the first-third place winners in each age division as well as overall male and female winners.

This is a family-friendly event, For more information, call the Cain Center at 903-677-2000.

Schedule: 7 a.m. Registration and Packet Pick Up; 8 a.m. 5K run begins; 8:05 a.m. Walkers begin; 9:30 a.m. Awards.

Spirit of Democracy award presented

CEDAR CREEK LAKE Mizener to present program The Cedar Creek Lake Garden Club will meet at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 6, 2014, at the Library at Cedar Creek Lake in Seven Points. The hostesses are Connie Shewchuk and Judy Sullivan, and the inspirational will be presented by Noreen Vaughan.

The program entitled, "Floral Design 101, " will presented by Charlene Mizener, a Nationally Accredited Flower Show Judge.

Ms. Mizener will outline the principles of design while creating a floral design. A question and answer session will follow the demonstration.

Individuals interested in making new friends and participating in our meeting are cordially invited to attend. Contact Gail Haynes at 903-498-6544 for ad-

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The Henderson County Democratic Women’s Club, which met for lunch at Tilo’s in Athens Jan. 21, presented the 2014 Ann Richards Spirit of Democracy Award to Jim White in honor of and in memory of his wife, Ann White. Mrs. White, who was the long-time treasurer of the Henderson County Democratic Women’s Club, was honored not only for her service, but also for her encouraging spirit in reaching out to newly involved and potential members of the Women’s Club. Presenting the award were Judge Ron Chapman, Henderson County Democratic Club Chair and Cherie Tanneberger and Margie Lynch, HCWC Co-Chairs. ditional details.

CHANDLER Museum details released The grand opening for the Chandler Museum and Visitor’s Center was announced a month ago but more details have been released regarding the special event.

The opening is planned for Saturday, March 1, from 1-5 p.m. with a ribbon cutting at 1 p.m.

On Sunday, March 2, the museum will be open 2-5 p.m. Parking for Saturday and Sunday will be on the Citizens First State Bank’s parking lot, and visitors will be shuttled to and from the museum.

There will be no parking at the

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After the opening weekend, the museum will be closed Sunday and Mondays.

It will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and 1-4 p.m. Saturdays in March-August.

Tea and tours are available for groups of 12 or less by reservation. Call 903-521-5962 to make a reservation.

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Malakoff officer case could go to grand jury From Staff Reports The next move in the investigation of the death of an Iowa man involved in a road rage incident with an off-duty Malakoff Police officer is now in the hands of the Navarro County District Attorney.

Investigators with the Texas Rangers turned over their report of the death of William Livezey, 70, to the

Roads Continued from 1A since he is in his first term in the office.

“It was a good experience for me,” Thomas said. “I thought I knew where all of them were, but I did find out I had a different number from when I was elected.”

Redistricting usually shifts bits of roadway

office of R. Lowell Thompson Tuesday.

Livezey died Dec. 11 following a roadside encounter with an off-duty Malakoff Policel Officer on State Highway 31 east of Corsicana.

Navarro County Sheriff ’s deputies were called to East Highway 31 near the Chambers Creek Bridge shortly after 7 a.m.

on Dec. 11, 2013, after 9-1-1 calls reported a disturbance between Ernest Fierro, who was riding a motorcycle, and Livezey, who had been driving a truck and towing a trailer.

Arriving deputies found the two on the side of the roadway, with Livezey in handcuffs. When Livezey began to show signs of distress, the deputies removed

the handcuffs and began CPR on the Iowa man while awaiting an ambulance.

Livezey later died at Navarro Regional Hospital.

An autopsy performed on Livezey by American Forensics lists “hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease” as the cause of death, and ruled the death as “natural.”

Navarro County Sheriff

Elmer Tanner turned over the investigation to the Texas Rangers following Livezey’s death, because of the involvement of Fierro, an officer from another agency.

Thompson said Tuesday his office will review the findings of the Rangers, and make a determination on presenting the case to a grand jury scheduled to

convene on Feb. 19.

In response to an open records request, Malakoff City Attorney Henry Skelton said there have been no disciplinary actions against Fierro since the officer began working July 31, 2013, in Malakoff, and that there were no documents regarding performance reviews for Fierro available.

from one precinct to another, and the most recent maps were no exception.

Precinct 3 Commissioner Ronny Lawrence said his precinct actually lost a bit of road mileage.

“Like Commissioner Thomas, I realized I didn’t have as many roads as I used to have,” Lawrence said. “I lost a few miles to Mr. (Pct. 4 Commissioner Wade) McKinney, and the

city of Chandler annexed some of my roads. I lost a couple of miles over there.”

The detailed report lists the condition of each road, culvert or bridge in the commissioner’s precinct. The commissioner must estimate the amount of money reasonably necessary for maintenance of the roads in the precinct during the next

county fiscal year. He must also determine any bridges, culverts or other improvements necessary to place the roads in the precinct in good condition. They must also estimate the probable cost of the improvements.

The Texas Transportation Code requires that the report be entered into the minutes of Commissioners

Court to be considered in improving the roads and determining the amount of taxes imposed for the roads.

Commissioners Court approved the report on Tuesday, and is scheduled to meet Thursday to formally identify and adopt a CERTZ Zone.

McKinney said the section of the code that prescribes the road report has been around for

more than a century, and was originally designed to allow grand juries a means of knowing what roads in the county needed work. It was modified to apply to the CERTZ grant.

“This was a way to get counties to put forth the information, so the legislature could have it available as they struggle with transportation issues,” McKinney said.

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Stewardship program applications due soon From Staff Reports The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service reminds producers interested in participating in the Conservation Stewardship Program to submit applications to NRCS through Feb. 7.

“CSP offers payments to producers who maintain a high level of conservation on their land,

GBC Continued from 1A According to city charter, a councilperson or mayor can only run three consecutive terms. Hayes will be required to sit out one term before running for council again.

Candidates to fill the offices were able to file their application beginning Jan. 29, and shall file their applications no later that 5 p.m. on Feb. 28.

Applications are available at Gun Barrel City Hall.

and agree to adopt higher levels of stewardship,” said NRCS District Conservationist Julie Moore. “It’s about conservation activities on the entire operation focusing on multiple resource concerns.”

CSP is now in its fifth year, and so far, NRCS has partnered with producers nationwide to enroll more than 59 million acres across the nation.

The program emphasizes

The city council voted unanimously to accept the Gun Barrel City Economic Development Corporation petition requesting the city to annex 62.82 acres. The acreage is part of the 92-acre Gun Barrel City Park is within the city's ETJ. The 62.82 acres would be the last part of the park to be annexed into the city.

Boren said there would be some paperwork involved before the city could annex the property. The city is required to run two public notices for public hearings before annex-

conservation performance.

Producers earn higher payments for higher performance. In CSP, producers install conservation enhancements to make positive changes in soil quality, soil erosion, water quality, water quantity, air quality, plant resources, animal resources and energy use.

Eligible landowners and operators in all counties can en-

ing any property.

The city council tabled an agenda item to approve the 380 agreement between the GBCEDC, the city and Hometown Cinema. The agreement would give Hometown Cinema special assessments and other incentives to open a movie theater within Gun Barrel City limits.

MovieStar Cinema in Gun Barrel City closed its doors in July 2013. The movie theater closed due to not having the funding to convert to a digital format.

roll in CSP through Feb. 7 to be eligible during fiscal 2014.

While local NRCS offices accept CSP applications year round, NRCS evaluates applications during announced ranking periods. To be eligible for this year’s enrollment, producers must have their applications submitted to NRCS by the closing date.

A CSP self-screening checklist is available to help produc-

GBCEDC Linda Rankin has been working with Hometown Cinema to occupy the current movie-theater building. According to Boren, the EDC has a few more things to iron out before the city can vote on a 380 agreement. Boren said they expect to call a special meeting on Monday or Tuesday to discuss the agreement with the cinema.

Boren had said, “As is normal, we provide tax abatements and other incentives to make sure the cinema would re-open.”

ers determine if the program is suitable for their operation. The checklist highlights basic information about CSP eligibility requirements, stewardship threshold requirements and payment types.

For more information, please contact Julie Moore, District Conservationist, at 903-675-3259, Extension 3. For more information, visit the NRCS website at http://www.tx.nrcs.usda.gov.

Sale Continued from 1A Kosh B’Gosh and many more.”

In addition to the coats, booth space for garage-sale items will be provided.

“For $30, you can rent an 8x10-foot booth with tables and chairs. No vendors please,” she said. “This is a wonderful opportunity to get rid of all that clutter left over from this holiday season, and make a little extra money. We would love to see all of you participate. So, come out and see just what Cain Center has to offer.”

For more information about the sale, or to rent a booth, contact the Cain Center at 903-677-2000.

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ACREAGE 32.70 ACRES – CR 1214 west of Shady Oaks, mature hardwoods, loaded with deer and game. $99,735 REMARKABLE 383.615 ACRES - The majestic natural beauty of East Texas comes alive and is magnificently exhibited to create a hidden treasure that can be defined as an East Texas Garden of Eden. Features include natural flowing springs originating on the property surrounded by an array of dogwoods, ferns under towering canopies of native East Texas foliage which include oaks, gum, dogwood and elms. Explore virgin forest and view abundant wildlife, breathtaking elevations with rolling hills, numerous lake sites and approximately 5,500' of frontage on Walnut Creek. This property also boast fabulous elevations and endless recreational and/or development potential. Partially located in the city limits of Athens, this property has access to city water, sewer and other utilities for possible development. $1,227,568 CR 4837, BAXTER – 11 plus wooded, rolling acres, good building site, mobile homes ok, creek, blacktop frontage, old mobile home on property, some utilities. Owner will finance with 10% down, 10% interest for 15 – 20 years. $27,500 303 LAGO VISTA – 4 + acres in the Exclusive Waters Edge Addition, restricted, gated, private lake, riding arena, riding trails, many common amenities in the midst of beautiful rolling hills of East Texas. $105,000 FM 2493, S OF BULLARD – Excellent commercial, residential, farm & ranch potential.

61.03 acres w/great location, good frontage, mix of woods & open areas. One mile from Bullard schools. Reduced to $620,000 LAKES, HILLS, TREES & PASTURES – 6161 US Hwy 175 West w/2 spring-fed ponds, rolling terrain & abundant wildlife w/picturesque homesite located just on the outskirts of Athens. Truly an amazing property, only a short distance from downtown Athens w/a total country feel. Get lost on this wonderful property & find yourself! $399,500 11.280 ACRES – Mostly wooded, 5.8 miles S of Athens on west side of Hwy 19 South. $47,983 17.726 ACRES inside Brownsboro city limits. Mostly wooded w/city water & sewer available. $172,260 2 ACRES, CHAMPION RANCH – Great bldg site, open pasture, good neighborhood w/quality restrictions. Very well priced!

Reduced to $14,999 6951 CR 3907 – 5.016 acres in Waters Edge Ranch. Beautiful lot w/a hilltop to build on, access to all amenities. $62,900 BEAUTIFUL 1+ ACRE LOT in Phase III, Waters Edge Ranch.

Rolling terrain, tall trees & water view on Grand View Drive. Perfect building site across st from 325 acre lake. Only $28,000!

9200 SAFARI SHORES DRIVE – 3+ acre lot w/gorgeous pine trees, perfect set up for a beautiful home site in Safari Waters Ranch. Reduced to $47,000 22 ACRES ON CORNER w/appx 1,100+ feet of frontage on Loop 7 & appx 1,135 feet of frontage on CR 1500. Mostly woods w/wildlife exemption, fenced perimeter & small pond. $145,000 LOT 349, GRAND VIEW - Sloping, good pasture, nice bldg site, sml pond in NE corner, mostly pasture, creek on South boundary, rights to use Waters Edge Lake. Lot is low on South end near creek, great views. Bank owned property, make an offer! $79,000 INCREDIBLE WOODED COUNTRY - 306.636 acres of rolling terrain w/40 ac of imprvd pastures, small camper/trailer, stg bldg, big 50x75 insulated metal barn/wrkshp w/concrete floor, loft storage, 2 roll-up doors, small apt in barn, great work area, 1 water meter, 2 electric meters, 1.7 mi frontage on ACR 481 & ACR 483, 1 acre pond & 3 (2-3 acre) lakes.

Beautiful and peaceful! $3,750/ac 5+ ACRES LOT in Safari Waters Ranch. Good deal for gated community. Build a home and enjoy the amenities. $35,000 NEAR CEDAR CREEK LAKE – Appx 126 acres w/development potential & frontage on FM 3062 and Briarwood Harbor Road.

Mostly wooded w/some developed residential lots, this 126 acres has possible access to water & sewer. Price Reduced to $453,600!

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89.52 ACRES – FM 1861, just W of Walton. Open & wooded w/4+ acre lake. $223,800 PRIME DEVELOPMENT in park- like setting – 10.033 acres w/huge hardwoods that form a natural canopy over this unique property. Part of property is known as the historic “Fuller Park”. 3 sides of the property are surrounded by a classic iron ore rock wall. Zoned – Single Family Townhomes. Price Reduced to $134,900!

HWY 175 BETWEEN ATHENS & EUSTACE 22 acres, heavily wooded w/good hwy frontage, lots of wildlife, nice bldg spot w/elec available, some fencing.

Will finance. $93,500 HWY 175 WEST, ATHENS- 24 acres, beautiful East TX timber, rolling terrain, small creek, wildlife, lake site, some utilities available & nice homesite. Will finance. $99,000 N&S SIDE OF HWY 175, W OF ATHENS 22 & 24 acre tracts, sell all or part. Mostly wooded w/bldg sites, creeks, wildlife & more. $184,000 APPX 47.23 ACRES, E of Athens – Gently rolling w/open meadows sculpted by serpentine shaped hardwood forest.

Excellent property for ranching or recreational use. Price reduced to $125,900!

13.494 ACRES – 55% open & 45% woods w/frontage on Hwy 19S, adjacent to Athens Middle School & 383ʼ frtg. Great loc for multitude of uses. $168,000 OAK HILL ESTATES – 3+ ac rest hmsite, part open/wded in Athens ISD w/comm wtr, no city taxes. Possi Own/Brkr finan for quali Buyer! $21,500 WATERʼS EDGE RANCH – 2.363 acre lot for building. $52,900 12 ACRES, N of Athens on Wood Sttreet. Beautiful building site, irregular shape w/private pasture behind homesite. Close to Loop. Price Reduced $75,000!

HWY 31W & WOODED CREEK – Versatile 2.5 acres of pasture land, perimeter fenced, no known restricttions, old pond in SE corner, scattered trees, 400+ʼ hwy frontage, city water avail, city sewer to be installed in future. Great for future investment property. $29,500 25.62 ACRES – Wooded land w/water and sewer through it, need to walk it to appreciate, creeks runs through it, approximately. 540ʼ of frtg on Prairieville St. 843.693 ACRES w/frtg on Loop7, US Hwy 175 & FM 2495, rolling terrn, lake sites & easy access to Lake Athens. Exc devlp site. $2,750,000 LOOP 7 & CR 1500 - 25.5 acres, rolling, some woods, some open, very scenic. Price reduced to $140,000.

SAFARI WATERS - 306ʼ on wtr frtg, pine trees, 1.22 acres in restrict, gated comm. $99,000.

GREAT 2 ACRE LOT in Safari Waters. Wooded w/access to 3 lakes. $55,000 LUCKY LAKE – Exclusive, rustic lake retreat S of Athens.

Undivided 20% interest in restricted 106 acres and treelined lake, great fishing & choice of homesite. Price Reduced to $165,000!

SAFARI WATERS – 6720 Waters Edge Dr., 1.30 acre lot, fronts on a pond. Price Reduced to $30,000!

1 FM 2059, ROBERT LEE, TX – 515.23 acres, rolling terrain, long road frontage, heavy mesquite, cedar and hardwood cover, great wildlife habitat includes deer, dove, quail, turkey & varmits. Close to Lake Spence, large neighbors, hills & draws. Super retreat with deer stands & feeders. $699,000 CR 1114 - 12+ acres of mostly wooded land, located on a private road off of CR 1114. Mobile homes are okay. Cross Roads ISD. $24,900 COMMERCIAL 207 W. COLLEGE - Midtown Apartments - Established in 1963, 22 updated apartments units located near the center of Athens. Two bedroom, one bath and one bedroom, one bath units and onsite manager's office and living quarters. Owners are motivated! $725,000 309 W. CORSICANA - Retail location with high traffic count formerly pizza restaurant with approximately 3,401 square feet of heated and cooled space with approximately 15,000 sf of parking lot with drive through window. Property is being offered for sale and/or lease with all equipment and furniture remaining with the property. Asking Price for Lease - $3,500 per month. ALL OFFERS WILL BE CONSIDERED! $395,000 616 W. CORSICANA STREET Retail Building with High Traffic Count, contains approximately 7,500 square feet of heated and cooled area, small office and two restrooms. Formerly known as Dollar General. Zoned Commercial with traffic count of approximately 10,400 per day per TxDot. Building is for sale or lease ($3,000 per month, base rent). $330,000 WEST CORSICANA STREET – 0.6 acre lot w/147ʼ of ftg on Hwy 31, 2 entrance & city services avai. Great comm lot! $32,000 1090 SOUTH LOOP 7 – Prime commercial property! 4.747

acres, 405ʼ frontage, 2 steel bldgs, room for further development. $359,000 NORTH PRAIRIEVILLE STREET – Gould Commercial Complex; own a piece of Athens history – 3 office building, a 2story multi-purpose bldg, parking lot and the historical Athens Hotel. Located 1 block north of the courthouse square. $399,900. *Owner financing available!

101 EAST TYLER STREET – Appx 12,354 sq. ft. bldg in historic downtown area. Ideal for many uses! $247,080 PRIME LOCATION! 17.15 acres on N Loop 7 in Athens.

Can be sold in 3 smaller tracts of 5-6 acres. 1,447+ feet of frontage on Loop. John Deere Tractor store locating just W of this tract. Currently under ag exemption, but already zoned commercial! $512,785 LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! 5.60 acres on N Loop 7 in Athens. 438ʼ of frntg on Loop. Fantastic location for new business. $167,440 6.55 ACRES ON NORTH LOOP 7 in Athens. 557ʼ of frontage on Loop. Fantastic location for new business. $195,845 5 ACRES ON NORTH LOOP 7 in Athens. 440ʼ of frontage on Loop. Fantastic location for new business. $149,500 GREAT COMMERCIAL SPOT! Appx 200ʼ of frontage on Hwy 31E, located next to American Car Sales. 1 lot north of Best Western & just South of Quality Inn. Backs up to Royal Mountain Rd. City water/sewer available. $199,900 LOOP 7 & FM 1616 – 3 acres w/ftg on Loop 7 & FM 1616.

Traffic count on Loop 11,300+ daily. Addʼl 2.88 acres & house available. $279,000 3182 SH 31 EAST – 2 ac commercial lot located next to Brinson Ford; 590ʼ hwy frontage. $140,000 HWY 31 EAST, ATHENS – East Side Storage, existing business for sale. 61 storage units plus room for boat & RV parking/storage $265,000 SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOOP 7 & FM 1616 – 5.88 acres and brick house (could be used for office). $389,900 COMMERCIAL CORNER – 25.103 acres w/high traffic count at intersection of US Hwy 175 & FM 334, Gun Barrel. Ideal for development w/many retail possibilities. Owner will sell all or part. $749,500 LOOP 7 – North side, 17+ acres w/1,447ʼ of frontage. Fantastic location for new business. $600,250 51.669 DEVELOPMENTAL ACRES – Located in growth corridor in Athens & across from ETMC – Athens at intersection of TX Hwy 19 & Loop 7. Zoned – Commercial w/4 road access! $2,583,450 1317 S PALESTINE – 1.25 acres w/6,885 sf brick bldg w/office/retail & warehouse space. Ideal for many uses. $445,000 ATHENS, TX – Magnolia Car Wash, excellent location, 4 self serve bays & 1 auto bay. $359,000 23+ ACRES on Hwy 175 in Mabank. Multiple potential commercial uses. Surrounded by road ftg, easy access, incredible exposure, daily traffic count of 11,000+, close to new hotel in Mabank & outside city limits.

Price Reduced to $354,000!

APPX 1.61 ACRES, E Corsicana Street – Zoned “Heavy Commercial” w/frontage on Murchison Street. Located between East Tyler Street & East Corsicana Street. Price Reduced to $199,000!

507 EAST TYLER ST - Zoned “PD”. Located in heart of retail district. High traffic count. Price reduced to $750,000 1003 & 1005 S. PALESTINE STREET - .457 unique acres adjacent to Cain Center in one of Athensʼ highest traffic areas (appx 8,800 per day per TxDOT). Appx 172ʼ of frtg on S Palestine Street, this property is zoned – Retail. The property offers potential for office or retail usage. Addʼl 1.745 acre adjacent property (zoned – Residential) is available w/this property.

905 W. CORSICANA STREET – 541 sf office on .25 acres w/85ʼ frontage on Hwy 31 W. $27,500 625 E.. HWY 31, CHANDLER – 8 suite office complex, 3 currently leased at $1,500/month, potential gross income of over $3,000. Building is in excellent shape & in a great location.

Perfect for small business owners etc. Good pa`rking (almost ½ acre). Recent appraisal shows $277,000 as value. $259,000 506 RICHARDSON - Upscale office building with reception area, seven offices, storage room, two restrooms and parking lot for staff. Located in the heart of Athens near the Cain Center, medical and professional offices. $99,500 Member of the Greater Dallas Multi-Listing Service See Selected Features at Our Website Address www.stevegrant.com

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New 2755 Ranch Rd. $299,900 3/2 brick home of 5.025 acres in town! Immaculate home w/ office could be 4th bedroom, spacious rooms, 40X30 Steel bldg w/ overhead doors, RV parking, watering well & more!

New- 6385 CR 3710 $169,900 4/2.5 home on 3.11 acres. Terrific country home includes office space with separate entrance, fenced area for animals, lots of shade trees & newer Pella windows.

925 Bradley Drive- $179,000 3/2.5/2 home with 2,002 sq. ft. Formal living, den w/ fireplace, roof 3 yrs. old, newer heat & air unit. Extra large garage, private gated rear entry, fenced and landscaped.

802 Clifford 3/2/2 $129,000 Recently updated home w/ 1,848 sq. ft. large kitchen w/ breakfast area, Living room w/ fireplace & bar area for entertaining. Sprinkler system, roof 3 yrs. old.

6921 Woodland 3/2/CP home $105,000 built in 2008 w/ 1,358 sq. ft. 2 car carport, open living w/ vaulted ceiling, back patio & storage. Located just outside of Athens.

2052 E. College 3/2/2 home $165,000 w/ 2,232 sq. ft. Large master suite, corner fireplace in living area, 30 X 40 Metal shop building, covered patio & two lots! Must see!

611 Country Club Cir. $179,500 Beautiful 3/2.5/2 home w/ 2,257 sq. ft. Open concept home w/ formal areas, kitchen w/ island, walk in closets, close to golf course!

214 LaRue St. $115,000 3/2 home completely renovated and updated in 2007. New roof, new flooring, windows & doors, HVAC unit, fixtures & more! 1,701 sq. ft. of living. Very large lot in town!

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Larue, TX Beautiful view, 4 bdrm., 2 ba over 2000 sq. ft. on 4+ acres, barn w/elec, RV set up, new windows, granite in kitchen, extra insulation. All this for $183,900. Seller offering $3000 toward closing. For more information call Bernice Beckerley, at Bernice Beckerly Realty (903)312-4433 Shop the classifieds for the best deals.

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Athens, Newly remodeled across street from golf course entrance, 3 BR, 2BA, with brick floors in kitchen and living room. Wood deck in shaded fenced backyard on corner lot, perfect for entertaining. Super hiefficient HVAC, dishwasher and indoor laundry room. Asking $950/mo. with $900 dep. Call (903)6769840 to see home.

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Athens: 2/1/1 brick duplex, CH/A, dishwasher, W/D conn, nice area. $650 month, $500 dep.

Athens: Secluded, 1 BR w/office, kithchen & bath, approx 800 sq ft living, storage area w/overhead door on 30 acres with locked gate. Athens, $800 mo.

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General Help Wanted 2-10 LVN needed Mon - Fri. Apply in person at Athens Healthcare & Rehab, 305 S. Palestine.

TexStop Convenience Stores Athens & Eustace, are seeking qualified candidates for P/T Cashiers. We offer flexible hours & work around your schedule.

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A wholesale grower of trees and shrubs, located in Kennedyville, Maryland seeks 95 U.S. workers for temporary/seasonal heavy manual field work. The employment period starts March 3, 2014 and ends on July 13, 2014. The scheduled work week is 40 hours, 8 hours per day Monday through Friday.

Available work may exceed 55 hours a week. Angelica guarantees that available work will exceed 3/4's of the scheduled total over the employment period. The work is heavy manual labor related to the growing and/or harvesting of field grown nursery stock. Workers need to have a minimum of three (3) month of prior experience working in a B&B tree/shrub nursery. Other requirements include the ability to bend, crouch, reach, to lift and carry items weighing up to 75 pounds over the course of the day.

The pay rate is $11.16 per hour. All employees are required to take a drug test when they start working to remain employed. Work tools, supplies and equipment are provided without cost to the worker. For non-local workers, Angelica also provides free dormitory style housing, reimburses transportation and subsistence expenses to the work-site no later than 50% of the employment period is completed, and pays return transportation and subsistence expenses when the employment period is completed. Apply for this job at the nearest State Workforce Agency in your area under Job Order #311098.

Athens optometry office looking for a very enthusiastic, selfmotivated full-time employee. One must possess positive, effective communication skills.

Must be experienced in cash handling, patient collections, insurance, referrals & scheduling.

Also, must be organized and able to handle multiple tasks. Previous experience in a medical office required.

Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check.

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Local manufacturing & fabricating company looking for SALES person 2yrs sales exp. and equipment sales a must. Motivated self starter. Submit resume to 401 S. Palestine, Box 148, Athens, TX 75751 Looking for energetic individual for full time position, must be at least 21 yrs, pass drug test & have clean driving record. Apply in person at Ag Power Service Dept. 2001 NE Loop 7, Athens.

The City of Athens is accepting applications for 3 positions; a Waste Water Plant Operator with annual salary $27,413; Line Maintenance Crew Foreman annual salary $31,141 & Public Health Safety Laborer annual salary $22,684; all three positions H.S. Diploma or equivalent; a valid Texas Drivers License; ability to pass criminal background; ability to lift 100 pounds; the Plant Operator and Crew Foreman positions require ability to pass general math test and obtain or possess a State License as required for position.

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BY JACQUELINE BIGAR HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Friday, Jan. 31, 2014: This year you flip-flop from one stance to another, and it causes confusion in others' perceptions. People have always seen you as steadfast; now that you are changing styles, you can expect some strong reactions. You demand a lot from others, and you also have strong expectations financially. If you are single, the person you choose today might not be your long-term choice. Try not to make any commitments for at least a year; if the person still is of interest to you then, you know you have a winner. If you are attached, your partner could be thrown off by your changing attitude. Explain where you are coming from more often.

PISCES helps you make and spend money.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) ####You could feel uncomfortable about a matter revolving around your household. You might have pushed someone away. You'll discover that a partner is energized and finally ready to pitch in. You instinctively pick up on others' nonverbal cues. Tonight: TGIF! TAURUS (April 20-May 20) #### You could be overwhelmed by everything that is happening. A loved one's response might not warm the cockles of your heart. Understand where you are coming from in regard to this person. Consider establishing some limits. Tonight: Celebrate the weekend in style.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ### You could question a decision more than you need to. Recognize your limits in the present situation, and resist pushing too hard. In fact, the less you push, the more you will receive.

You might not be as cautious as you need to be with your finances. Tonight: Your treat.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) #### You'll respond positively to someone's efforts to draw you in.

Relating closely happens naturally when you are with this person. Rethink a decision, and be aware of the consequences. You are instinctive in your reactions. Tonight: Follow the music.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) ####You are able to see a personal matter differently from how many people do. You will want to communi-

cate your vision more fully than you have in the past. A loved one could be rather stern and difficult. You might want to have a long-overdue conversation. Tonight: Time for a talk.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) #### Others insist on dominating the scene, no matter what is going on.

Your feelings could come out in an odd way or through spending. Working with someone else might elicit powerful responses from you. Be aware of this. Tonight: With a favorite person.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ### You might feel as though you are carrying a burden alone, but that is not the case. You will get a better grasp of a situation later in the day. In fact, in the next few days, you will be gaining an enhanced perspective of several important matters. Tonight: Beam in more of what you want.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) #### You have been very sure of yourself lately and perhaps too hard on someone you care about. At a certain point, you will need to give up your grievances and move forward in a positive manner. Tonight: Act as if there will never be another Friday night.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ### Use your instincts in an impor-

tant conversation. Understand that much more is going on than meets the eye. You have a strong will, and you'll sense what is needed to end a personal issue. Stress on your finances will ease up soon enough. Tonight: Head home.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ### You will experience an unusual urge to spend. Much of that desire is being fueled by a personal situation.

You tend to pick up much more of what is going on than what is being verbalized. Tonight: You deserve to have some fun.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) #### Be aware of your effect on others. Sometimes you are pushed way beyond what you can handle.

Think through a problem by getting more feedback. A domestic issue will resolve, given some time and perspective. Tonight: Make it OK to be a little overindulgent.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) ###You might sense a change in the air, but you are uncomfortable with change. Relax, and understand that others might not be on the same level as you. Do some deep thinking before you act. You will rejuvenate as the day goes on. Tonight: All smiles -- it's Friday!

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Community Calendar Friday, January 31 • A Carter Blood Drive will be held at the Athens’ Walgreens, located at 1007 E. Tyler St., from 3-7 p.m.

Each donor will receive a coupon for a 20 oz bottle of any Coca-Cola product.

Saturday, February 1 • The Trinity Valley Community College Cardettes will host a Dance Clinic and Performance from 8:30 a.m. until noon at the TVCC Student Union Building on the Athens campus. The clinic will be taught by the Cardettes and is for girls ages 5-10. Participants will perform at the women’s basketball game at 2 p.m. the same day. Cost is $30 for pre-registration ($35 for walk-up registrants) and includes instruction, a T-shirt, craft project and one game spectator ticket (dancer is admitted free). For more information, call 903-6756225 or e-mail dmansfield@tvcc.edu.

• The LITTER BOX RESALE SHOP at 303 N. Prairieville in Athens will be open from 9 to 3. Many new and gently used items in stock. All proceeds support the Henderson County Humane Society in Athens. Fantastic prices for a great cause!

• The Henderson County Area Daughters of the Republic of Texas will meet Saturday, Feb. 1 at 10 a.m. at the Tri-County Library in Mabank. Members are encouraged to attend and bring a guest. “Any woman that enjoys learning more about Texas history should join us. We will help you find your family tree members that were in Texas before 1846 allowing you to join our chapter. Guests are always welcome,” Carolyn Carter said. For more information contact Carolyn Carter at ccarter151@centurylink.net.

Monday, February 3 • AARP Tax Assistance available February 3rd through April 14th, at the following times and locations: Monday, 8 a.m. to noon, The Library at Cedar Creek Lake in Seven Points; Wednesday 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Silver Leaf Community in Gun Barrel City; Fridays in Athens 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. TVCC Tech Building first Floor, Room 111. Taxpayers should bring with them: Photo IDs for all taxpayers; a copy of any return for 2012; all tax-related income documents for 2013 such as W-2s, 1099s, SSA-1099s; Social Security cards for all taxpayers and all dependents; date of birth for all dependents and taxpayers; details of any itemized deductions.

• Henderson County Senior Citizens will sponsor a country western dance at the Senior Citizens Center on State Highway 31 East, Athens from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Music will be provided by the Hwy. 31 Band. This will be our Valentine Dance.

Tuesday, February 4 • The Henderson County Literary Club will meet on Tuesday, Feb.4 in the Fellowship Hall of the First Presbyterian Church on East Corsicana St. at 9:30 a.m. Nella Phillips will review, “Will Real Mr. Lincoln Stand Up.” New members and guests are welcome.

The purpose of the club is for members to enjoy book reviews and programs by talented and gifted speakers from various places. Members are not expected to read novels nor report on them to the club.

Wednesday, February 5 • Payne Springs United Methodist Church is pleased to have "The Anthem" back for their Fellowship Night.

The young men are led by Chris Hobgood. “We will begin with a covered dish dinner at 6:00 pm and the program will follow. The public is invited,” Angie Johnson said. For more information, call 903-451-3131.

Thursday, February 6 • Major W H Howdy Martin Camp #1241 of the Sons of Confederate Veterans meets the first Thursday of each month at the Calvary Baptist Church Gym in Athens on the corner of Hwy 175 East and Crestway Drive. Meetings begin at 6:30 with a pot luck dinner followed by a short historical program.

Guests are invited to join us to learn more about their ancestors.

Friday, February 7 • Trinity Valley Community College will host its 6th Annual National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association Rodeo beginning at 7:30 p.m. each evening at the Henderson County Fairpark Complex. Slack will begin at noon Friday and 11 a.m., Saturday. There will be a calf scramble each night for children during the performance. All proceeds will benefit the TVCC Rodeo program. Tickets are $5 each, and may be purchased in advance at Lone Star Western Wear in Athens or at the gate. Free admission with current TVCC ID.

Saturday, February 8 • The Trinity Valley Community College Cardettes will host the first of three Collegiate Dance Workshops. The workshops are for dancers ages 16 and over, and will be held on the Athens campus inside the Student Union Building Ballroom from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $20 (this is a fundraiser for Cardette events). Graduating seniors will have a chance to audition for the upcoming Cardette dance team. For more information, contact the Cardette office at sarah.cadungug@tvcc.edu to reserve your spot seven days prior to each workshop. You may also call 903-675-6225 or 903-670-2641. Other workshops will be held on Feb. 15 and April 18.

• The Cedar Creek Amateur Radio Club will meet at the Mabank Cafe. The meeting will begin promptly at 9 a.m.; breakfast buffet begins at 8 a.m. The guest speaker will be Cory Hine, AD5QP, discussing the basics of antennas and station grounding. All ham operators and anyone interested in Amateur Radio are invited to attend. Visit www.k5ccl.org

Thursday, February 13 • Primera Iglesia Pentecostal Unida of Athens is raising money for its youth ministry by selling cake ball truffles. Pre-orders are being taken while delivery will be made Feb. 13-14. A full dozen of assorted cake ball truffles, packaged and decorated for your valentine are available for $12. For more information, or to order your dozen, contact Amanda Rodriguez at 903386-8573 or Domenica Gonzalez at 903-275-1964.

Emails can be sent to iglesia.athens@gmail.com.

Stafford Continued from 1A when I took a course about twenty years ago at the junior college.”

Stafford remembers taking pictures on black and white film and developing them himself.

“I had some good pictures of spiders and spider webs. Then I got started taking wildflower pictures.”

Stafford was an award winner at Texas Master Gardeners again in 2012, but by then he’d turned his attention to butterflies.

He’s planning on shooting more pictures and getting together a new presentation. In the meantime he’s been learning a lot about the little creatures that brighten the area in the spring and fall.

When he was getting pictures of flowers, Stafford found the early morning best, when dewdrops were still on the petals. For the fluttery creatures, it’s a little different.

“The best time for butterflies is probably the latter part of the day,” Stafford said. “I like it when it’s a little cloudy and overcast. If the butterflies see the shadows they’ll go.”

The Texas Cottage Garden at the East Texas Arboretum is attractive to visitors, but is also a prime location for butterflies, Stafford said.

Stafford explains that certain plants are attractive to butterfly larvae and nectar plants provide nourishment throughout the season. Enough of the right kinds of plants are planted in the Cottage Garden to produce an ample supply of butterflies. When you learn what species of plants are useful for what types of larvae or butterflies you can produce a butterfly friendly garden, Stafford said.

In nearby Anderson County, the Engling Wildlife Preserve has almost 11,000 acres, an array of diverse plant and animal life.

“It’s a perfect place to learn about native plants and butterflies,” Stafford says in his presentation.

But many of his shots didn’t require a trip across the county line. Stafford said his home is habitat to a great number of Tiger swallowtails that feed on the lantana in his yard.

“Our neighbor had a big ash tree which was supplying the butterflies and our lantana was supplying the nectar,” Stafford said.

Another type of butterfly abundant in the area is the Gulf Fritillary. Stafford has a slide of a tiny yellow egg on the side of a leaf.

“I got a real good close up picture of it,” Stafford said.

Within three to five days, the caterpillar will hatch, he said. The caterpillar will go through five growth stages before becoming a

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butterfly. In that last stage, he’ll be about two inches long.

A fascinating time in the life cycle of a butterfly is when the metamorphosis occurs and the chrysalis is formed. Stafford said the butterfly begins to take shape and will emerge in a few days. The chrysalis breaks open with crumpled wings. Fluid is pumped from its stomach to help the wings expand and take shape.

Stafford said butterfly wings are extremely thin with the transparent material called chitin stretched over a vein-like structure.

The material is covered by tiny scales, that give insulation and strength to the wings.

What butterflies can you expect to see in Henderson County? Stafford names 13, with the Eastern black swallowtail leading the way. That’s followed by the Gulf Fritillary, Spicebush swallowtail, pipe vine swallowtail and the tiger swallowtail.

Besides his outdoor shots, Stafford is also often seen with his camera snapping photographs as an officer in the James George Chapter No. 59 of the Sons of the Republic of Texas.

The Sons of The Republic of Texas is a direct lineage society consisting of members whose ancestors furthered the independence of Texas and resided in Texas prior to statehood, December 29, 1845.

GOREN BRIDGE WITH TANNAH HIRSCH & BOB JONES ©2014 Tribune Content Agency, LLC

THE EASY ROAD Both vulnerable. West deals.

NORTH ♠AK54 ♥ A93 ♦ 543 ♣AKQ WEST ♠6 ♥ KQJ10874 ♦ K107 ♣97

EAST ♠83 ♥ 65 ♦ J986 ♣J10862 SOUTH ♠QJ10972 ♥2 ♦ AQ2 ♣543

The bidding: WEST NORTH EAST SOUTH 3♥ Dbl Pass 4♠ Pass 6♠ Pass 5♥ Pass Pass Pass

Opening lead: King of ♥ North was too good to pass South’s four-spade bid and chose five hearts as a general slam try. South had enough to accept. Good bidding if they make it. Can they?

South won the opening heart lead in dummy, ruffed a heart in hand, and drew trumps in two rounds. Dummy’s last heart was ruffed, the ace of diamonds was cashed, followed by all three of dummy’s top clubs, stripping both hands of clubs and hearts.

Next came a diamond to his queen, a play that would have succeeded had the king of diamonds been in the East hand or if West had a doubleton king.

West, after winning his king, would have to give a ruff-sluff for the 12th trick.

South was quite unlucky to find West with both the diamond king and a third card in that suit.

Study the hand for a moment.

Was South just unlucky, or did he misplay?

Knowing that West had a seven-card heart suit gave South an easy road to 12 tricks. He should not have ruffed the last heart in dummy nor should he have cashed the ace of diamonds. Instead, simply draw trumps, ruff one heart, and cash the three high clubs. Now when declarer leads dummy’s last heart, he discards a low diamond from hand and West is endplayed! West must give a ruffsluff or play a diamond into South’s ace-queen. The location of the diamond king was not relevant.

(Tannah Hirsch and Bob Jones welcome readers’ responses sent in care of this newspaper or to Tribune Content Agency, LLC., 16650 Westgrove Dr., Suite 175, Addison, TX 75001. E-mail responses may be sent to tcaeditors@tribune.com.)

Please worship at the church of your choice this Sunday

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Actress performs for CCL Women’s Club

By Kathi Nailling STAFF WRITER

For 41 years, the Cedar Creek Lake Women's Club has been meeting monthly.

The club that started out with only eight members now boost of almost 200 members.

The first meeting for 2014 of the women's club was held on Tuesday at Cedar Creek Country Club.

The large group of women were treated to Bernice Crudden, performing scenes for the play, “Last Of The Red Hot Lovers.”

Before retiring to the Cedar Creek Lake area, Crudden performed as a review in the Dallas area for 10 years, and brought her warm, funny rendition of Broadway plays to over 20 different clubs.

Crudden appeared on stage at Garland Community Theater, Dallas Repertory Theater, Richardson Theater, Pocket Sandwich Theater

Crudden and Addition Water Tower Theater.

Crudden has made a variety of television commercials, appeared in a movie shot in the Dallas area, and had a small walk-on part in the television series “Dallas.”

Since moving the the lake area, Crudden has performed in nine productions for the Henderson County

Performing Arts Center, winning “Best Actress” in 2004 for Vada Love in “The Exact Center of the Universe,” and in 2011 for Fonsia in “The Gin Game.”

She won “Best Supporting Actress” in 2008 for her portrayal of Mrs. Graves in “Enchanted April.”

Crudden was at the Cedar Creek Lake Women's Club to entertain the members with her rendition of “Last of the Red Hot Lovers,” a comedy by Neil Simon. The play premiered on Broadway in 1969.

The pot of “Last of the Red Hot Lovers” involved Barney Cashman, a middle-aged, married man who wants to join the sexual revolution before it is too late. A gentle soul with no experience in adultery, he fails in each of three seductions: Elaine Navazio, a sexpot who likes cigarettes, whiskey, and other women's husbands; Bobbi Michele, an actress friend

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Members of the Cedar Creek Lake Women's Club listen to Bernice Crudden perform her rendition of “Last Of The Red Hot Lovers.” who he discovers is madder than a hatter; and Jeannette Fisher, his wife's best friend, a staunch

moralist.

The women's club meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at Cedar Creek

Country Club. For information about upcoming meetings, call Wendy Rapp at 903-451-4683.

Trinidad Community News

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s January winds down, and someone lends me a laptop, I'll relate what I

know.

A Trinidad family has moved into the large Warren home on South McEntire. It sits far from the road, and has several acres with it. Pug and Lucille Warren raised a family of two sons and four daughters in it.

Extra reserve officers have been hired for the City to keep coverage at all times.

We have lost young and older people this month. The ones I heard about include Barry Bryson, whose brother Joe had already died. They lived here with their family in the past.

Barry was living in southern Texas at the time of his death, and had suffered with diabetes.

Brancey Jean Druppal of Corsicana was interred in the Trinidad cemetery Saturday, Jan. 25. She and her family were once part of the Trinidad community.

Her sister, Betty Reese Ray, of

Emily Lundy Malakoff, is the only survivor of several family members.

Brancey also has a son Billy Hobbs and wife Paulett, plus two nieces, Morgan and Courtney.

Her parents were Cloey Steagle and Harry Reese. Brancey's daughter, Belinda Hobbs, predeceased her. Brancey died in the Corsicana Regional Hospital.

Earlier, a young man died in Tyler, Darren Feagin, 26, with relatives in Trinidad. He was a photographer and musician. He is survived by his mother, Karen Feagin and grandparents John and Gladys Lester of this city.

Then, some here knew the late Tye Thomas of Mabank, who was found dead three weeks ago in Rhode Island. He leaves a Dad, two sisters and a brother, all older than he. His mother passed away about a year or more ago in Mabank. A memorial is planned for Feb. 1 at the United Methodist Church in Mabank for Tye, 36.

Word has arrived that Bennie Rollins has died in the Athens hospital after having influenza and complications, and already ailing from lung problems and an earlier accident.

At 66, Rollins was a retired highway patrolman. He and his wife, Vicki Airheart Rollins, had each been ill with the flu and in and out of the hospital. Two sons of this family are also highway patrolmen. Information is brief as I send this in.

Eric, son of the Mayor and his wife Fran, spent time in the ICU departments of two hospitals during January with influenza and other infections. He is now

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doing well, and should be "goodto-go" in no time.

Hospitals have been inundated with chest problems, breathing infections and other winter-associated diseases. Experts say cold weather should not matter, but when does the sickest of sickness seem to come? I stay out of cold weather as much as possible.

Beth Parker is doing well after surgery and ensuing infections.

She has been out and about with her multiple obligations, and looks young as ever.

Both of the Crocker twins are reported in colleges – one at A&M, and the other in a community college. Go Guys.

High school basketball in the regular season will close with Feb. 7, one game here with Miller Grove, 6 p.m. For January's games, Campbell comes here Jan. 28 for both Varsity Girls' and Varsity Boys' games.

Jan. 31 has Yantis as the host for both high school teams. Feb. 4, Senior Night, two games with

Fruitvale will be played here, 6 p.m. Boys' coaches are Tom McVey and Travis Rhoten.

Girls' coaches are Tina Sawtelle and Jason Tatom.

Military news is scanty. I assume still involved are the sisters, Megan Robbins and husband Scott and Amber Ferguson.

Debbie Ferguson at the post office is the stepmother of these girls.

Zade Mahesnah and Tyler Norris are still on duty. Jonathan Crocker is another one. Chelsea Tapley and others may be stationed somewhere.

On our prayer list for various reasons, all needed, include Evelyn Beeavers, Jennifer Stanfield, Glenn Tubbs, Raymond Tubbs, Leslie Parker, Royce Heickman and her children Harry Don and Deanna Conway, Dylan Robinson, Bill Johnson, Conrad Staton, Donna Matthews and family, Martha Perry, Betty Ray and family, and surely more whom you know.

May God Bless us all and keep us safe from ourselves and others.

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Sports

Time to get to work AHS ready to defend District 15-3A title, make another postseason trip

By Joe Elerson SPORTS WRITER

JOE ELERSON/ATHENS REVIEW

AHS junior Travis Takata returns after a District 15-3A Most Valuable Player season for the regional quarterfinalist. Takata will be counted on once again to play multiple positions for the Hornets in the field.

A regional quarterfinal appearance last year under coach Dallas Robertson has the Athens Hornets wanting more in 2014.

The Hornets wrapped up the season with an overall record of 19-17 and 7-3 in District 15-3A play with a district title.

Robertson said the road will be tough in their final year in District 15-3A to defend the title from last year.

“It is not going to be easy by any means,” Robertson said. “I think the district will be tougher this year.

Everybody is going to be coming for you and it will be a challenge for us this year.”

Robertson said his first year at the helm showed him a lot about his athletes.

“I contribute our success to their commitment for the style of play that we wanted to play,” Robertson said. “We asked a bunch of things out of the guys and they played hard.”

This season, the Hornets return eight starters to the lineup led by last year’s District Most Valuable Player and Athens Review All-Henderson County Player of the Year in junior Travis Takata.

Robertson will also return senior infielder Adam Stallings — who was named a all-state player by the Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association and Texas Sports Writers Association — along with senior infielder and pitcher Garrett Conley.

First baseman Lance

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Funkhouser returns along with outfielders Jessie Taylor, Josh Darden, Daniel Mossberger and Allen Jones.

“I expect a lot of these returning guys to pick up where we left off last year,” Robertson said. “They have done a lot for us through the off season and I think there should not be any difference this year.”

One position that could see a lot of different players step up throughout the season will be in the pitching rotation.

The coaching staff of Robertson, Rickey Brooks and Aaron Carroll will have Takata, Conley, Stallings, Esteban Chairez, Jack Amheiser, Josh Darden and Adam Stallings competing to become the pitchers during the season.

Another position where a competition could ensue during the season is at catcher as Gabe Gross graduated from last year’s team.

“We have Brandon Boyd at catcher and several other guys that can do it for us,” Robertson said. “We also

have Landon Bynum who has been doing some work back there during the off season.”

With the scrimmage portion starting on Monday night at Palestine, Robertson said this is the most important part of the season for him as a coach.

“That is where we evaluate the most and we take the scrimmages very seriously,” Robertson said. “I want to see us play our style of ball is which is hard and aggressive.”

The Hornets are scheduled to have scrimmages at home against Lindale on Feb. 7 at 6:30 p.m., and wrap up the scrimmages at Crandall on Feb. 11 and at Eustace on Feb. 15.

Robertson said with this being their final year in the district with Canton, Van, Brownsboro, Mineola and Mabank, he expects the Hornets to have the same goals they had last year.

“I expect us to compete for a district championship and make a playoff spot this year,” Robertson said.

Below is the schedule for the 2014 Athens Hornets.

Date Opponent Time F3 @Palestine Scrimmage 6 p.m.

F7 Lindale Scrimmage 6:30 p.m.

F11 @Crandall Scrimmage 7 p.m.

F15 @Eustace Scrimmage Noon F20-22@Palestine Tournament F24 Eustace 7 p.m.

F27-M1@Lindale Tournament M4 @Kaufman 7 p.m.

M6-8 @Princeton Tournament M11 Emory Rains 1 p.m.

M14 Princeton 1 p.m.

M18 *@ Canton 6:30 p.m.

M21 *@ Van 6:30 p.m.

M25 *Mabank 6:30 p.m.

M28 *@ Mineola 6:30 p.m.

A4 *Brownsboro 6:30 p.m.

A8 *Canton 6:30 p.m.

A11 *Van 6:30 p.m.

A15 *@ Mabank 6:30 p.m.

A17 *Mineola 6:30 p.m.

A24 *@ Brownsboro 6:30 p.m.

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Sports Calendar BASKETBALL Friday, January 31 Mineola at Athens (JVG/VG) ..................................5:00 Mineola at Athens (JVB/VB) ..................................5:00 Brownsboro at Canton (9/JVG/VG) ........................5:00 Brownsboro at Canton (9/JVB/VB) ........................5:00 Cross Roads at Cayuga (JVG/VG) ..........................4:00 Cross Roads at Cayuga (JVB/VB) ..........................5:00 Eustace at Life Oak Cliff (JVG/VG) ..........................5:00 Eustace at Life Oak Cliff (JVB/VB) ..........................5:30 Kemp at Palmer (JVG/VG) ......................................4:30 Kemp at Palmer (JVB/VB) ......................................4:30 LaPoynor at Beckville (JVG/JVB/VG/VB) ................4:00 Van at Mabank (JVG/VG)........................................5:00 Van at Mabank (JVB/9B/VB)..................................5:00 Malakoff at Red Oak (JVG/JVB/VG/VB)..................4:30 Tuesday, February 4 Athens at Brownsboro (JVG/VG) ............................5:00 Athens at Brownsboro (JVB/VB) ............................5:00 Cross Roads at Hubbard (JVG/VG) ........................4:00 Cross Roads at Hubbard (JVB/VB) ........................5:00 Scurry Rosser at Eustace (JVG/VG)........................5:00 Scurry Rosser at Eustace (JVB/VB)........................4:30 Life Oak Cliff at Kemp (JVG/VG)..............................4:30 Life Oak Cliff at Kemp (9/JVB/VB)..........................4:30 LaPoynor at Carlisle (JVG/JVB/VG/VB) ..................4:00 Mabank at Mineola (JVG/VG/9) ............................5:00 Mabank at Mineola (JVB/9B/VB) ..........................5:00 Life Oak Cliff at Malakoff (JVG/JVB/VG/VB)............4:30 Wednesday, February 5 San Jacinto at TVCC (women) ................................5:30 Navarro at TVCC (men) ..........................................7:30 SOCCER Friday, January 31 Brenham at Mabank (VB) ......................................5:30 Mabank at Red Oak (JVG/VG) ................................5:30 Palestine at Athens (JVB/VB) ................................5:30

Sports AHS takes down Mabank, 65-49 From Staff Reports The No. 11-ranked Athens Hornets had a tale of two quarters in the first half to pull out win No. 23 of the year at Mabank with a 65-49 win Tuesday night.

The Hornets (6-0 in district) were outscored, 18-6, in the first quarter before turning the tide with a 24-4 second quarter.

Anthony Sanders led the Hornets in scoring with 19 points, while Courtland Lyons added 16 points and Ryan Jefferson chipped in 14 points.

Mabank (1-5 in district) was led in scoring by Austin Miller with 17 points. Parker Johannesen and Cody Thompson scored nine points each.

AHS will honor 10 seniors on Friday night as they host Mineola for senior night.

Athens 6 24 23 12 — 65 Mabank 18 4 12 15 — 49 ATHENS — Ryan Jefferson, 14; Kynden Crist, 8; Anthony Sanders, 19; Courtland Lyons, 16; Josh Garrett, 2; Travon Fuller, 4; Chris Jefferson, 2.

MABANK — Cody Thompson, 9; Peyton Lee, 5; Cole Smith, 4; Parker Johannesen, 9; Joseph Parry, 1; Austin Miller, 17; Joe Vinson, 4.

THREE POINT GOALS — A: Jeffer-

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BRIEFS son (2), Sanders. M: Thompson, Lee, Miller (2).

RECORDS — Athens 23-1 (6-0).

NEXT UP — Mineola at Athens, 7:30 p.m. Friday.

BHS in second with 61-51 win over Van The Brownsboro Bears held on to second place in District 15-3A play with a 61-51 win over the Van Vandals on Tuesday night.

Brownsboro is now 5-1 in district play and will travel to Canton Friday night.

Both teams were tied at 25 at the half before Brownsboro outscored Van, 11-4, in the third quarter to take the lead heading into the fourth quarter.

Brownsboro was led in scoring by Will Bailey with 17 points and Quentin McKenzie with 10 points.

Brownsboro 61, Van 51 Van 13 12 4 22 — 51 Brownsboro 17 8 11 25 — 61 VAN — Jones, 5; Tanner Koru, 5; Xavier Sherman, 6; Carson Rucker, 23; Drew Boroughs, 8; Nick Wilkerson, 4.

BROWNSBORO — Will Bailey, 17; Tamrick Pace, 7; Deandre Cook, 1; Clay McCoy, 4; Logan Compton, 6;

Jared Bragdon, 3; Xavier Richardson, 9; Quentin McKenzie, 10; Nick Wilkerson, 2; Caleb Seale, 2.

THREE POINT GOALS — V: Sherman, Rucker (3), Boroughs. B: Bailey (2), Pace, Compton (2), Bragdon, Richardson (3).

RECORDS — Van 13-13 (2-4); Brownsboro (5-1).

JV SCORE — Van 57, Brownsboro 41.

NEXT UP — Van at Mabank, 7:30 p.m. Friday.

The Lady Hornets were led by Hailey Adair with 15 points and 15 rebounds.

She also had four steals in the loss.

Tiffany Boyce added eight points and two steals while Caitlin Caviness and Bree Thompson scored three points each.

Mabank takes care of Athens, 61-31

AHS soccer falls to Jacksonville, 8-0

The Athens Lady Hornets dropped a District 15-3A contest at Mabank, 61-31, on Tuesday night.

Mabank jumped out to a, 20-5 lead after the first quarter and held Athens to under 10 points in three of the four quarters.

Athens was led in scoring by Bryla Barker with 18 points, 16 rebounds and three steals. Senior Leah Lawrence added seven points, three rebounds and one steal.

Hadley Cain had three points and three rebounds and Allison Kalawe had two points, four rebounds and two steals.

In junior varsity action, Mabank defeated Athens by a score of 38-27.

The Athens Hornets soccer team dropped to 3-7 on the season with an 8-0 loss to the Jacksonville Indians at Jacksonville Thursday night.

AHS will look to bounce back with a three-game home stand starting Friday night against Palestine at 7 p.m. Bruce Field.

TVCC sports hosting Cardinal Pride lunch The next Cardinal Pride luncheon for TVCC is set to be held on Feb. 3 at noon at the Ole’ West Steakhouse.

The price of the lunch is $10.

The college will recognize student athletes and door prizes will be given out during the event.

Recognizing the Athens seniors

Tuesday, February 4 Sulphur Springs at Athens (JVB/VB) ......................5:30 Mabank at Red Oak (JVB/VB) ................................5:30 Friday, February 7 John Tyler at Athens (JVB/VB) ................................5:30 Athens at John Tyler (JVG/VG) ................................5:30 Chapel Hill at Mabank (JVB/VB) ............................5:30 Mabank at Chapel Hill (JVG/VG) ............................5:30 POWERLIFTING Saturday, February 1 Athens at Palestine meet (VG/VB)..................8:30 a.m.

Malakoff at Palestine meet (VG/VB) ..............8:30 a.m.

Kemp at North Forney meet (VG/VB)..............8:30 a.m.

Saturday, February 8 Athens at Malakoff meet (VG/VB) ..................8:30 a.m.

Malakoff at Malakoff meet (VG/VB)................8:30 a.m.

Mabank at Malakoff meet (VG/VB) ................8:30 a.m.

SANDRA AGUILERA PHOTO

Five Athens Lady Hornets will be recognized in their final home game of the season Friday night against the Mineola Lady Jackets. Pictured from left: Shelby Sims, Caridad Aguilera, Josee Mcneece, Coach Dee Evans, Leah Lawrence and Allison Kalawe.

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Let’s ride!

TVCC presents 6th Annual Southern Region National Intercollegiate Rodeo Special to the Review Trinity Valley Community College welcomes the public to the 6th Annual National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association Rodeo! The rodeo will be held Feb. 7 and Feb. 8.

Performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. each evening at The Henderson County Fair Park Complex, with slack beginning at noon Friday and 11 a.m.

Saturday. Each night during the rodeo performance, children can compete in a Calf Scramble to win prizes.

All proceeds generated by the rodeo are given back to the students to further their education.

General admission tickets are $5 each and may be purchased in advance at Lone Star Western Wear in Athens, or on the night of the performance at the gate. Free admission will be given for those with a current TVCC ID. Each NIRA member college has its own club composed of student members, and sponsored by a faculty advisor who supervises the club's activities. Each year, a men's team, consisting of six members and a 4-member women's team, is chosen from each school.

These team members travel to the regional rodeos, competing against other NIRA member schools.

Those not chosen for the team may compete on an individual basis, and still be eligible for all prizes, except those given to the team. The top three contestants in each event from each of the NIRA's 11 regions qualify to compete in the CNFR. The top two

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The 6th Annual TVCC Southern Region National Intercollegiate Rodeo is set for Feb. 7 and Feb. 8 at the Henderson County Fairpark Complex. General admission tickets are $5, and can be purchased in advance at Lone Star Western Wear in Athens. Tickets may also be purchased at the gate on performance nights. men's teams and women's teams also qualify from the regions.

Coming from as far away as Louisiana, the event will feature about 400 contestants representing 20 colleges and universities, including: Hill College, Southwest Texas Junior College, McNeese State University, Trinity Valley Community College, Northeast Texas

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Thursday, January 30, 2014

Travel

Private Islands of Georgia

By Tamra Bolton SPECIAL TO THE REVIEW

Have you ever dreamed of having a private island, a secluded paradise to call your own?

Well, you can have your dream…at least for a weekend, with the Private Islands of Georgia as your host!

Owner Andy Hill will make you feel like one of the ‘rich and famous’ with his gracious Southern charm and hospitality.

Captain Andy, as some like to call him, owns seven islands in the back barrier coastal region of Georgia.

As a guest of Eagle Island (his main lodging accommodations), you will have access to all the nearby islands and are free to explore at your leisure.

When you are Andy’s guest, you have a pontoon boat at dockside, kayaks and the option of guided tours, fishing and ecotours or you can enjoy sight-seeing on Miss Gabby, a converted shrimp boat. Once you get to Eagle Island, however, you may be reluctant to leave the peaceful atmosphere and comfortable spacious lodge.

Eagle Island Recently, I was privileged to be a guest on Eagle Island and when we left the dock in Darien, Georgia, I had no idea what a treat I was in for.

Andy Hill is a busy man, but I never felt like he was rushing me or any of the other guests. He took the time to show us the enormous eagles nest on the other side of the island before pulling into the dock.

He pointed out the blue crab trap dangling from one of the pier posts as his assistant unloaded our luggage and escorted us down the white oyster shell path to the three-story lodge. The scene reminded me of an exotic movie set with the towering palms, abundant flowers and backdrop of the jungle-like foliage surrounding us.

Andy made sure we had a thorough ‘orientation’ on the island and its amenities. He showed us where the fishing equipment and bait were kept, how to use the hot tub, fans and lights and even gave us a ‘tour’ of the kitchen and its equipment and supplies and he made sure we knew the luxurious bathrobes in the bedroom wardrobes were just for us.

Captain Andy leaves nothing to chance; he wants his guests to have an unforgettable stay.

Satisfied that we were settled in and comfortable, Andy departed by boat, leaving us alone to enjoy the quiet November evening.

As it cooled to a chilly 45 degrees (cool for the Georgia coast), one of the other guest built a fire in the massive stone fireplace and soon everyone was gathered in the ‘great room’ and soaking up the cozy glow.

It was a wonderful beginning to my island experience. As I drifted off to sleep that night looking out at the stars, I couldn’t wait to explore the rest of Eagle and the other islands.

May Hall Arriving at May Hall Island the next day was like entering another world…the main house is four stories and has the look and feel of an Italian coastal villa, but the towering palms and massive oaks dripping with

Hiking in the towering pines and giant palmettos of May Hall is an exciting way for guests to explore the island.

Spanish moss reminded me we were still in the deep South. Every detail of both Eagle and May Hall have been attended to with precision and care, nothing escapes the discerning eyes of Andy Hill.

He is a master at combining disparate elements to create a totally

new functional or artistic piece. Nothing goes to waste with Andy Hill, he re-purposes even the smallest ‘finds’ and gives them new life.

Even discarded pickle jars become fanciful lanterns in the hands of Andy hill and his metal artist friend, Tyler Dominey. From the ac-

cessories in the main house to the antique bricks, ballast stones and other finds lining the paths, Andy loves to use salvaged nets, ship timbers and anything else he can find to adorn his island getaways.

The guest accommodations on May Hall are still being ‘tweaked’, Andy is

something of a perfectionist and will not give his guests anything but the very best. So, while it looks perfect to me, Andy is still making improvements and polishing.

May Hall was featured on HGTV’s ‘Island Hunters’ on Sunday, January 19th at 10:00 pm E/P (You can go to the

HGTV site and look up more information on the episode.), so you can get a sneak peek at what Andy’s guests have to look forward to. As with Eagle Island, guests at May Hall will have access to the surrounding islands.

The islands of Grassie Field and Little May Hall are accessible from May Hall by 500 foot boardwalks, so you can explore all three islands on foot.

Hiking through the giant palmettos and pines was a treat, I felt like I had dropped into the ‘Land of the Lost’.

Keep a sharp eye out for unusual finds on the islands…you never know when you might stumble onto the remnants of a lumber mill, abandoned house foundation or even a rusty still from the prohibition era.

May Hall has a fascinating history as a port for ships hauling lumber via the old mill once located on the island. Ask Andy about the stories, he loves to share the exciting past of May Hall.

Other Islands With a final stroll through the elegant grounds surrounding the

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Travel Island Continued from 4B main house, we left May Hall and continued our tour.

Next stop, Sapelo Island where you can see one of the original lighthouses on the Atlantic coast, built in 1820, the Sapelo lighthouse is the second oldest brick lighthouse in the nation. It served many years until it was replaced by a modern system.

Restored in 1998, the lighthouse stands as an inspiring monument to the importance of the island in Georgia’s history. When we disembarked at the Sapelo dock, we loaded up in the back of Andy’s retro-fitted pick-up truck and enjoyed the mild autumn day as we drove to the R.J. Reynolds mansion built in the early 1800’s.

First built as the Spalding plantation home, it was bought by the tobacco heir and refurbished in the 1930’s to its former splendor. My favorite room in the house is the children’s playroom, complete with a ‘circus tent’ ceiling and life-sized murals of circus folk and beasts on the walls of the indoor bowling alley and game room.

The University of Georgia Marine Institute is also located on Sapelo and the historic Hog Hammock community, where most residents are direct descendants of the Spalding plantation workers.

Sapelo Island is also home to Nannygoat Beach, the most extensive undisturbed natural beach dunes of any of Georgia’s barrier islands.

We shared a picnic lunch on the deserted white sand beach with only the vast Atlantic and the wind for our company.

Leaving Sapelo, we ventured to tiny Queens Island, Andy’s newest acquisition.

Queen’s was my ‘hands down’ favorite place to spend the day – it is a beachcomber’s paradise!

The little island has an

unobstructed view of the open sea and as far as you can see along the beach there are shells, piled three and four feet deep in places, just waiting for someone to sift through them.

We stayed until the tide forced us back to the boat. I still managed to fill a couple of mud boots (emergency shell containers!) and find three unscathed skeletons of horseshoe crabs.

Having a pristine island to comb all by myself…now that’s what I call paradise!

That evening, Andy and his staff prepared fresh Georgia shrimp, blue crab and grilled oysters for our dinner.

He showed us how to properly shuck the oysters and clean the crabs, so they weren’t gritty, something I’d never done before. Andy

Captain Andy loves to explain how he’s going to ‘repurpose’ his latest finds. also told us the ‘secret’ behind the sumptuously sweet Georgia shrimp –

they feed on a special type of algae that only grows in the back barrier waters off

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I learned so much listening to Andy that night, not just about the food, but the history, wildlife and lore of the islands and Georgia coast. Hearing Andy’s stories, I developed a new appreciation for that part of the state.

Before he left for the evening, I asked him, “What is your favorite thing about owning the islands?”

Andy hesitated and then his eyes lighting up he thoughtfully replied; “Sharing it. Sharing the islands with others and seeing them enjoy it…that’s my favorite thing.”

His answer spokes volumes about the man and his passion. Watching Andy share his islands with us that day…I know he means what he says.

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When Captain Andy dropped us off at the Darien dock a few days later, I was hesitant to re-enter the ‘real world’ again.

I hope to return to Eagle and maybe visit May Hall someday…you may not be rich or famous, but Andy Hill will make sure you feel that way.

Tamra Boltona is a native-born Texan who loves to explore the great state and all points north, south, east and west. She is a travel blogger based out of Cherokee County.

Follow her work at http://www.tpt-jxtx.com.

I invite you to accompany me on my wanderings here in the Lone Star State and beyond. Together, we will explore the treasures hidden in my backyard of the Pineywoods of East Texas and everywhere I travel.

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Thursday, January 30, 2014

Former Anderson County DA, judge Melvin Whitaker dies at 81

By CHERIL VERNON PALESTINE HERALD-PRESS

PALESTINE — Known for his strong faith and his wisdom on and off the bench, longtime Palestine attorney Melvin Whitaker was remembered by his colleagues and friends Monday.

Whitaker, 81, a former state district judge, district attorney and city council member, passed away Sunday morning after collapsing from heart failure as he prepared to lead a Sunday school Bible class at Evangelistic Temple.

“His death is a great loss to not only the church but to the whole community.

He impacted a lot of people,” the Rev. Jason Harris, pastor of Evangelistic Temple told the HeraldPress Monday. “The man was highly respected in the community and in the church. His desire was to serve the Lord. He had the largest Sunday school class in the church. People admired his insight into the scriptures so much.”

Harris said he has personally leaned on Whitaker for advice.

“He was someone I looked up to tremendously.

He was known for his wisdom. He was a man full of grace. He would never say a bad word about anyone — even if there were words to be said. He always said something good about people,” Harris continued.

“When I first became pastor, he was one of the first men I reached out to for advice. I valued his input that much.”

Whitaker was born Sept.

16, 1932, in Old Gulf, Matagorda County to George and Lenora Whitaker. They moved to nearby Coahoma in Howard County shortly after he was born, later moving to Houston in 1943. He graduated from high school in 1951, attending Baylor University for one quarter before entering the United States Marine Corp, where he served during the Korean War from 1951 to 1953. After his discharge, he graduated from Baylor University in 1957 with a B.A. degree and a D.J. degree from Baylor Law School in 1958.

While attending Baylor, he met the love of his life, Emma Lee Moore. They married Dec. 1, 1956.

After his graduation from Baylor, the Whitakers moved to Beaumont where they lived from 1958 to 1965.

Whitaker practiced law there, also serving as treasurer and secretary of the Jefferson County Bar Association and as the 2nd Congressional District Director of the Texas State Junior Bar. After meeting the late Palestine attorney Jim Bob Paxton at a full gospel meeting in Beaumont, Paxton offered Whitaker a job with his firm in Palestine — a town he had never been to before, according to a family member.

In 1965, the family moved to Palestine where they have lived since, except for one year in Pensacola, Fla. followed by one year in Washington, D.C. (1968-70).

Whitaker served as Counsel for Federal National Mortgage Association and later as Trial Counsel for the U.S. Department of the Interior in Washington, D.C. Upon their return to Texas, Whitaker resumed his trial practice in Palestine. He was a trial lawyer for most of his professional life. He was elected to the Palestine City Council and was serving as Finance Commissioner in 1973 when Texas Gov. Dolph Briscoe appointed him District Attorney for the 173rd Judicial District to which he was elected for three terms (1973-1984).

This district covered Anderson, Henderson and Houston counties. In 1984, Texas Gov. Mark White ap-

pointed Whitaker as a judge of the 349th Ju d i c i a l District Court for Anderson a n d Houston counties to which Whitaker he was elected in November 1984.

He was re-elected in 1988, without opposition.

He left the bench in Palestine around 1991 then served as visiting senior judge in the drug courts in Dallas. He and his son, Palestine attorney Stuart Whitaker, opened up their firm Whitaker & Whitaker in April 1994. At the time of his death, the senior Whitaker was still practicing law.

Attorney Jim Parsons, a retired 3rd District Court Judge, had the highest respect for Whitaker.

“Melvin and I were partners for 10 years in law practice with Jim Bob Paxton. He was my mentor when I first started practicing in the 1970s, staying until around 1980,” Parsons told the Herald-Press Monday. “He was an outstanding lawyer, district attorney and judge. He was a great advocate for the state of Texas as a district attorney and a great advocate for his clients in civil cases and criminal cases.”

He was a role model for attorneys in Anderson County, Parsons said.

“He was one of the finest judges we had. I rank him alongside Judge Lawrence as one of the finest judges I’ve ever practiced with,” Parsons said. “Above all, if you knew Melvin, his faith was paramount in his life.

He didn’t just talk the talk, he walked the walk. He died in church. I know he would have wanted to go that way.”

369th District Court Judge Bascom W. Bentley III also respected Whitaker’s dedication to law and his faith.

“He was a good, honest, decent, noble Christian man. He had a good legal mind as I’ve ever seen.

More than once I relied on it. But he also was a devout Christian. He helped me with my faith more than once,” Bentley told the Herald-Press. “There are not words to describe how much I respected and loved that man.”

Bentley was serving as county attorney in the mid’70s while Whitaker was serving in the District Attorney’s office next door.

“I took a lot of questions and problems to him to solve. And we were judges together. Melvin and I walked through the same doors at the courthouse many times,” Bentley said.

“It was a honor and privi-

lege to know him.”

Friend Benny Burlison met Whitaker in 1966.

“We have been good, good friends ever since. He was a great influence in my life. I think he had great integrity and when he was a judge, he was a fair judge. He did a good job every where he went,” Burlison said.

Burlison is the pastor of Holy Ground Worship Center in Palestine and former pastor of Trinity Church, where at one time Whitaker attended church.

“He attended my church in the past years ago and he’s preached at my church now a few times,” Burlison said. “The last few years on

the church’s birthday, he would come and preach.”

Whitaker leaves behind his wife of 57 years, Emma Lee Whitaker; son and law partner, Stuart Whitaker of Palestine; daughter, Karen Hardwick of Garland; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

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Seeking to energize his sluggish second term, President Barack Obama vowed Tuesday night in his State of the Union address to sidestep Congress "whenever and wherever" necessary to narrow economic disparities between America's rich and poor.

He unveiled an array of modest executive actions to increase the minimum wage for federal contract workers and make it easier for millions of low-income people to save for retirement.

"America does not stand still and neither do I," Obama declared in his prime-time address before a joint session of Congress and millions of Americans watching on television.

Draped in presidential grandeur, Obama's hourlong address served as the opening salvo in a midterm election fight for control of Congress that will quickly consume Washington's attention. Democrats, seeking to cast Republicans as uncaring about the middle class, have urged Obama to focus on economic mobility and the gap between the wealthy and poor. His emphasis on executive actions was greeted with shouts of "Do it!" from many members of his party.

Declaring 2014 a "year of action," Obama also sought to convince an increasingly skeptical public that he still wields power in Washington even if he can't crack through the divisions in Congress. Burned by a series of legislative failures in 2013, White House aides say they're now redefining success not by what Obama can jam through Congress but by what actions he can take on his own.

Indeed, Obama's proposals for action by lawmakers were slim and largely fo-

cused on old ideas that have gained little traction over the past year. He pressed Congress to revive a stalled immigration overhaul, pass an across-the-board increase in the federal minimum wage and expand access to early childhood education — all ideas that gained little traction after he proposed them last year.

The president's one new legislation proposal calls for expanding an income tax credit for workers without children.

Republicans, who saw their own approval ratings fall further in 2013, have also picked up the refrain of income inequality in re-

cent months, though they have cast the widening gap between rich and poor as a symptom of Obama's economic policies.

"Republicans have plans to close the gap, plans that focus on jobs first without more spending, government bailouts and red tape," said Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, RWash., in the Republicans' televised response to the president's speech. "We hope the president will join us in a year of real action, by empowering people, not making their lives harder with unprecedented spending, higher taxes, and fewer jobs."

The economy and other domestic issues, including health care, dominated the president's address. He touched only briefly on foreign policy, reiterating his threat to veto any new sanctions Congress might levy on Iran while nuclear negotiations with the Islamic republic are underway and touting the drawdown of American troops from Afghanistan this year.

In an emotional high point, Obama singled out Cory Remsburg, an Army Ranger who was a guest of first lady Michelle Obama.

Remsburg, who was nearly killed in Afghanistan during one of his 10 deploy-

ments, rose slowly from his seat and was greeted by long and thunderous applause from the president and lawmakers.

Even as Washington increasingly focuses on income inequality, many parts of the economy are gaining strength, with corporate profits soaring and the financial markets hitting record highs. But with millions of Americans still out of work or struggling with stagnant wages, Obama has found himself in the sometimes awkward position of promoting a recovery that feels distant for many.

"The cold, hard fact is

that even in the midst of recovery, too many Americans are working more than ever just to get by, let alone get ahead," Obama said. "And too many still aren't working at all."

The president garnered some of his loudest applause — at least from Democrats — when he took on lawmakers who oppose his signature health care law, which floundered in its initial rollout last fall.

Obama said that while he doesn't expect to convince Republicans on the merits of the law, "I know that the

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The president's speech drew an eclectic mix of visitors to the House chamber.

Among those sitting with Mrs. Obama were two survivors of the Boston Marathon bombing, as well as Jason Collins, an openly gay former NBA player.

Republican House Speaker John Boehner brought business owners from his home state of Ohio who say Obama's health care overhaul is hurting their companies. Willie Robertson, a star of the television show "Duck Dynasty," also scored a seat in the House gallery, courtesy of the Republicans.

Though Obama sought to emphasize his presidential powers, there are stark limits to what he can do on his own. For example, he unilaterally can raise the minimum hourly wage for new federal contractors from $7.25 to $10.10, as he announced, but he'll need Congress in order to extend that increase to all of America's workers.

The executive order for contractors, which Obama will sign in the coming weeks, is limited in its scope. It will not affect existing federal contracts, only new ones, and then only if other terms of an agreement change.

Republicans quickly panned the executive ini-

tiative as ineffective. Said Boehner: "The question is how many people, Mr. President, will this executive action actually help? I suspect the answer is somewhere close to zero."

White House officials countered by saying many more working people would benefit if Congress would go along with Obama's plan to raise the minimum wage across the board.

"Give America a raise," Obama declared.

Among the president's other executive initiatives is a plan to help workers whose employers don't offer retirement savings plans. The program would allow first-time savers to start building up savings in Treasury bonds that eventually could be converted into traditional IRAs. Obama is expected to promote the "starter" accounts during a trip to Pittsburgh on Wednesday.

The president also announced new commitments from companies to consider hiring the longterm unemployed, the creation of four "manufacturing hubs" where universities and businesses would work together to develop and train workers, new incentives to encourage truckers to switch from dirtier fuels to natural gas or other alternatives and a proposed tax credit to promote the adoption of cars that can run on cleaner fuels, such as hydrogen, natural gas or biofuels.

The president's go-it-

alone strategy is in many ways an acknowledgment that he has failed to make good on two major promises to the American people: that he would change Washington's hyper-partisanship and that his reelection would break the Republican "fever" and clear the way for congressional action on major initiatives.

Some Republicans have warned that the president's focus on executive orders could backfire by angering GOP leaders who already don't trust the White House.

"This isn't the American way, courts have not supported his past attempts, and he only does damage to the American people's confidence in government when he doesn't work with Congress to pass real reforms," said Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., the chairman of the House Oversight Committee.

Obama isn't abandoning Congress completely. He made a renewed pitch for legislation to overhaul the nation's fractured immigration laws, perhaps his

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Seeking to give the GOP some room to maneuver, Obama did not specifically call for a citizenship pathway Tuesday, saying only, "Let's get it done. It's time."

Opening a new front with Congress, the president called for an extension of the earned-income tax credit, which helps boost the wages of low-income families through tax refunds. Obama wants it

broadened so that it provides more help than it does now to workers without children, a view embraced by some Republicans and conservative economists.

Obama singled out Republican Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida, who has proposed replacing the tax credit with a federal wage supplement for workers in certain low-paying jobs.

Unlike Obama, however, Republicans have suggested expanding the tax credit as an alternative to increasing the minimum wage.

Pivoting briefly to foreign policy, Obama reaffirmed that the U.S.-led war in Afghanistan will formally conclude at the end of

this year. But he said a small contingent of American forces could be left behind if the Afghan government quickly signs a bilateral security agreement, a prospect that looks increasingly uncertain.

The president also warned lawmakers in both parties against passing new economic sanctions against Iran while the U.S. and international partners are holding nuclear negotiations with the Islamic republic. He renewed his commitment to veto sanctions legislation if it passes, arguing that a new round of penalties would upend the sensitive diplomacy.

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