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Thursday at noon, May 5 at the downtown War Memorial.

Wednesday, May 4, 2016

NFL pro, Winston Hill, dies at 74 G l a d e w a t e r ’s Wi n s t o n Hill, a former Super Bowl champion and one of the most revered players in New York Jets history, died May 26 at his home in Denver. He was 74. Hill, who protected Joe Namath’s blindside during the Jets’ only Super Bowl season, in 1968, was one of football’s most decorated offensive linemen in the 1960s and ‘70s. He was a four-time AFL All-Star and a four-time Pro Bowl selection. On October 26 of last year Winston Hill returned to Gladewater High School to present a special edition Wilson Golden Football. The football was presented as a celebration for the 50th anniversary of the Super Bowl. All former high schools of Super Bowl alumni will receive a special edition Wilson Golden Football. Winston Hill attended Weldon High School and after graduating attended Texas Southern University. In the 1963 NFL Draft Winston was picked in the 11th round by the Baltimore Colts. However, he signed as a free agent with the New York Jets. While playing for the Jets Winston was an four time AFL All-Star and a four time Pro Bowler. In 1968 the Jets and Winston Hill became Super Bowl Champions in Super Bowl III against the team that drafted Continued on Page 3A

Vol. 75, No. 18

2 Sections, 18 pages

Election Day is May 7 CANDIDATES FOR MAYOR

HAROLD WELLS

MARK CARPENTER

CANDIDATES FOR PLACE 2

LEON WATSON

LARRY SEERY

By Jim Bardwell Voters will face a big choice when they hit the polls Saturday, May 7 - give Gladewater Mayor Harold Wells another term in office or elect challenger Mark Carpenter, who wants the city to “pay as it goes” and get out of debt. Voters also will be asked to chose a winner in two council seats. Incumbent Place 2 councilman Leon Watson is being challenged by Larry Seery, and Place 3 councilwoman Lana Niemann is being challenged by Mark May and Johnathon Allen. The polls open at 7 a.m. this Saturday and when they close at 7 p.m. Gladewater could have three new council members. But if early voting is any indication - 222 plus 7 by mail as of Monday afternoon - a low turnout is possible. And a low Continued on Page 12A

CANDIDATES FOR PLACE 3

LANA NIEMANN

MARK MAY

JOHNATHON ALLEN

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GPD cracks down on local drug dealers

After a lengthy investigation, members of the Gladewater Police Department Criminal Investigations Division and Patrol Division executed two narcotics search warrants over this past weekend resulting in three arrests. According to GPD Chief Rob Vine, these search warrants were part of the department’s Operation Cold Turkey, a focused effort on removing the presence of narcotics within the community of Gladewater and was based on intelligence and information gathered by both detectives and patrol officers. The first search warrant was executed around 1 p.m. on April 29 in the 400 block of N. Main. When officers arrived at this location they located a woman and three men, one of which was in possession of a handgun. After a search of this location outlined in the search warrant, officers located several items of drug paraphernalia along with a quantity of methamphetamine. While officers were at this scene a fifth subject arrived at this location, who was found to have outstanding warrants and was taken into custody. As a result of this search warrant 5 arrests were made: Michael Shane McGinnis, 38, of Longview was arrested for the offense of Manufacture / Delivery of a Controlled Substance in Penalty Group 1 over 4 grams and under 200 grams, which is a First Degree Felony, Unlawful Possession Continued on Page 10A

Storms create havoc for city Candidate offering

STATE OF DISASTER DECLARED

The City of Gladewater issued a “state of local disaster declaration” Monday afternoon in response to scattered damage throughout the city caused by the weekend storms. The 1200 Block of East Lake and 1800 Block of West Lake have one lane travel due to wash-out from the storms. The roads are open, but motorists are urged to be aware of the lane closures and the need for more caution in these areas. City Manager Theo Melancon said the declaration will help the city apply for emergency grants to help pay for repairs. City crews were out assessing the damaged areas Monday and prioritizing which areas needed fixing first. Continued on Page 3A

petitions at polls

When voters cast their ballot Saturday at Gladewater City Hall, they also will be asked to stop by mayoral candidate Mark Carpenter’s tent and sign three petitions. Carpenter is seeking three changes to the city’s charter: 1. Four-year terms and a limit to two consecutive terms. Carpenter said he believes Gladewater doesn’t need an election every 12 months, nor does he think a council member should serve more than eight years in-a-row. 2. Convert GEDCO (Gladewater Economic Development Corp.) to a 4B Corporation, which would allow some of the 1/2-cent sales tax money to be used for quality of life projects. 3. Change from an “at-large” voting system to a six district system. “For far too long, the black community has not been allowed to choose their representative,” Carpenter said. “Fixing this injustice is the right thing to do.” At last year’s election, Carpenter said he gathered about 60 signatures on his petitions and another 30 later. Texas law requires signatures from 5-percent of Gladewater's 3,578 registered voters - about 178.

Grand Jury hands down indictments The following are indictments handed down by the grand jury for the 124th District Court and released April 27 and 28, 2016. The grand jury returned a total of 46 indictments, with 11 sealed due to no arrest at time of indictment. Those indicted, their age, residence, charge and date of the offense include: Angela Strickland (35) Gladewater, Texas - Fraudulent Use Of Identifying Information; Credit Card Abuse 12.5.15 Brian Eugene Bird (34) Gladewater, Texas - Improper Relationship Between Educator And Student; Indecency With A Child; Sexual Performance By A Child 9.16.15 Jesus Herman Nino (20) Gladewater, Texas - Possession Of A Controlled Substance In An Amount Of Less Than One Gram 11.29.15 Cody Len Bartlett (36) of Longview, Texas - Possession Of A Controlled Substance In An Amount Of Less Than One Continued on Page 3A

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EDITORIAL Get invoved, be a part of the solution - VOTE

Voting is one of the ways we honor the past and protect the future, and that is the responsibility of every American voter. Please exercise that privilege Saturday - May 7 - and impact the future - yours, mine and our children’s. Please vote for the person who will help Gladewater move forward and put the interests and needs of the people first. We share these quotes with you as you cast your ballot. “Always vote for principle, though you may vote alone, and you may cherish the sweetest reflection that your vote is never lost.” — President John Quincy Adams. “A vote is like a rifle: its usefulness depends upon the character of the user” — President Theodore Roosevelt. “Those who stay away from the election think that one vote will do no good. ‘Tis but one step more to think one vote will do no harm.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson “The efforts of the government alone will never be enough.

The gift of teaching ... ]One of my earliest memories is playing school. I was three to four years old and my chubby little hands held chalk as I sat at my ‘desk’ while my Mom did physical therapy with my handicapped brother. As she worked with him she would call out letters for me to make on my chalkboard. Growing up on a ranch with no playmates except my rowdy boy cousins nearby meant that I spent a great deal of my spare time reading whatever I could get my hands on. Friday was ‘town’ day when I was out of school and one of my favorite stops was the local library where I checked out the maximum number of books each week. I loved the crisp feel of those colorful library book covers. Then there were the summer Weekly Reader magazines. I can still recall what they smelled like. My grandmother who taught in a one room school house would rock and tell me stories. She also bought me special books at the ‘dime’ store. Between my teacher grandmother and my school secretary Mom, coupled with a passionate love for the written word it was inevitable that I would become a teacher. I wish I could say that I had a phenomenal public school education. I can’t. But I can say that my first grade teacher Mrs. McQuary was a phenom. My 2nd and 3rd grade teacher Jeffie Hagle (how could I forget that name?) must have been good but I remember her affectionate nature and her hair most vividly. I think I could bounce quarters off that ‘do’. That was it until I had the lovely and dedicated young teacher Anita Murray for junior high English. She cared. About junior high kids. Can you imagine that? In high school there were three dedicated teachers who fought the good fight against the apathy, ignorance and laziness of their students. Nervous Mavis Bennett taught me to type fast and accurately. As a result I was able to work my way through college in clerical rather than food service jobs. I got every job I applied for thanks to Mrs. Bennett’s attention to speed and accuracy. Ettie Belle Robinson, a tragic and romantic spinster (she lost her fiance in WWII and wore her engagement ring on her right hand) dug in and taught the country girls to sew, cook, decorate, dress appropriately for interviews and made sure we had every

In the end, the people must choose and the people must help themselves.” — John F. Kennedy “A nation of sheep will beget a government of wolves.” — Edward Murrow “Just because you do not take an interest in politics, doesn’t mean politics won’t take an interest in you.” — Pericles “There is only one redeeming thing about this whole election. It will be over at sundown, and let everybody pray that it’s not a tie, for we couldn’t go through with this thing again. “And, when the votes are counted, let everybody, including the candidates, get into a good humor as quick as they got into a bad one..” — Will Rogers “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” — Martin Luther King Jr. Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.

Suzanne Bardwell Red Cross certification that teenagers could qualify. She was special and we took her for granted. But it was Gertrude Russell who lit my intellectual fire. She was a 65-year old widow who came to my high school when her other school had forced retirement for all teachers at 65. Her son, a Vietnam War combat pilot was a POW in the Hanoi Hilton. She took her fears, her loneliness and her need for purpose and taught a bunch of hard-headed, previously intellectually unchallenged country kids to the best of her ability. I had the privilege of her influence for three years of high school. Then she was forced to resign because of disgruntled parents. Needless to say they weren’t mine. She and the school librarian argued about book orders. The librarian saying: “None of these kids will read these books.” Mrs. Russell said: “Suzie Brown will!” And I did. Because smart-aleck that I was, I respected Mrs. Russell. As a result, a world was opened and when I got to college, despite graduating with only 15 students, I found myself prepared. And inspired. I taught public school for 33 years because of Mom, Mam’ma and Mrs. Russell. The teachers in my life who touched my future. In turn I have taught somewhere in the neighborhood of 4,000 students in my career as a public school and community college teacher. I just pray I have touched their lives just a bit as mine was touched. To all the teachers in the trenches: you are my heroes! Do not let the testing, the pressure, the exhaustion, the discipline problems take your eyes off of the truth that you write the future for generations. The FUTURE! What a gift you hold in your hands. What a gift you are!

Letter to the Editor

Say thank you to our public employees May 1-7 is Public Service Recognition Week. Across the country and here in East Texas, federal, state, county and local government employees serve us every day. Throughout the year, but especially during Public Service Recognition Week, we should gratefully acknowledge their service. I want to publicly acknowledge the good work done by 324,807 active and retired federal postal workers that call Texas home. At a time when much of the talk about federal employees is biased or uninformed, let’s use this week to talk about what federal employees really do. They work alongside our military at home and abroad to defend our country. They conduct cutting-edge research to improve health and prevent disease.

They regulate food and drug products to keep us safe. And when natural disasters strike, they are there to provide relief and help us rebuild. Despite popular belief, 85 percent of federal employees work outside of Washington, DC. All around this country, federal employees help seniors get their Social Security benefits, guide airplanes safely through our skies, and care for our veterans and wounded warriors. During Public Service Recognition Week, please join me in recognizing the important work of the public employees in our community and thanking them for their service. Marshall L. Richards Hallsville

Over $1,000 raised in library book sale

The working relationship between GISD and the community The Friends of Lee Library would like to express their sincere is a great blessing! appreciation to the librarians at Gay Avenue Primary, Broadway Friends of Lee Library Elementary and Weldon Intermediate School for the generous President--Pete Adams donation of their discarded books for the Gusher Days FOL Book Membership Chair--Judy Banner Sale. Over $1,100 was raised which will be used to support the Treasurer--Sam Cloud Summer Reading Program for Children. Secretary--Suzanne Bardwell

THE ECONOMIST By Dr. M. Ray Perryman

Credentials work Workforce preparedness is crucial to future prosperity, both from an individual and a societal perspective. One way to demonstrate having the necessary skills and knowledge is by obtaining a certification or license. For some occupations, such credentials are a requirement, while for others, they open doors to higher-paying jobs. We now have some data that allows us to analyze this phenomenon for the first time. There are two major types of credentials, though some involve elements of each. Licenses are awarded by a government agency and convey a legal authority to work in an occupation. Certifications are often issued by a non-governmental body (such as a school, trade association, or other organization). People may have more than one certification or license; people with a license may also have a certification. The Texas Department of Licensing and Registration handles the licensing process for a variety of occupations ranging from air conditioning and refrigeration professionals to electricians to tow truck operators to cosmetologists. For some licenses, the requirements are fairly simple, such as demonstrating adequate facilities and care to become a licensed dog breeder. Others involve tests and apprenticeships, such as for a Master Electrician (which requires 12,000 hours of working under a Master Electrician to obtain). These licenses serve many purposes, including protecting consumers and providing proof of advanced knowledge (and therefore an advantage in obtaining jobs or customers). Certifications also vary widely. To become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Texas, you must have a college degree (actually more than a typical baccalaureate degree, because the requirement is 150 college hours including 30 hours of upper level accounting classes), pass a rigorous test, take an ethics course, work for a year under a licensed CPA, and then some. Other certifications reflect specialized knowledge, such as the Medical Imaging Specialization certificate offered by Texas State Technical College, which involves 12 credit hours on top of a Biomedical Equipment Technology Associates Degree. There are also Chartered Financial Analysts and Certified Financial Planners, both of which involve challenging tests and related experience and improve job prospects and credibility with potential clients. Cisco Systems offers five levels of network certification, also only obtained by demonstrating expertise through an examination (among other requirements). Clearly, certificates and licenses are an important aspect of success in many fields, and we now have a new source of information about them. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) began collecting related data last year, and the newly released survey results support the linkage between credentials and better jobs. Almost 18% of the total US civilian population age 16 and older held a certification or license (or both) in 2015, with about 39.2 million licenses and 5.5 million certifications (but no license). They were more common for White non-Hispanics (at more than 18%) than for Blacks (15%), Asians (16%) or Hispanics (11%). They were also more common for employed people, with the proportion rising by level of education. Almost 52% of employed persons age 25 or older with advanced degrees had a certification or license, compared to about 8% of workers with less than a high school diploma. For some occupations (such as health care and technical fields), they were very common. The BLS also found that the median earnings of full-time wage and salary workers with a certification or license were 34% higher than earnings for those who did not hold such credentials. Part of the reason people with credentials earn more is that they tend to have higher levels of education, and people with more education in turn have higher earnings. However, there are occupations where a certification can make a notable difference in pay. For systems engineers, for instance, Monster.com indicates median pay is $92,300 for persons who are Cisco Certified Internetwork Experts, compared to $72,700 for those in the same occupation who are not. Credentials make a particularly notable difference in earnings at lower levels of education. The BLS data indicate median weekly earnings of people age 25 and over with less than a high school diploma who held a credential were $596, 22% higher than earnings of those with the same level of education who did not ($488). However, college graduates with credentials earned only 4% more than those without them (at $1,256 for those with and $1,205 for those without). Having a credential is linked to better pay and a smaller chance of unemployment. While the picture is complicated by the fact that credentials are also linked to educational attainment (which also plays a role in job quality), there is evidence that the right credential can pay dividends even within the same occupation. In addition, credentials are even more important for those with lower levels of education. A certificate or license can be a powerful way to demonstrate that one has the skills and knowledge required for a job, opening doors to higher earnings and greater opportunity.

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NFL pro, Winston Hill, dies at 74

Obituaries

Continued from Page 1 him five years before, the Baltimore Colts. Hill played in 195 consecutive games from 1964 to ‘76, once playing with a broken leg in the preseason. Bettmann/ Getty Images An original member of the Jets’ Ring of Honor, Hill was known for his elite pass protection and his durability. He played in 195 consecutive games from 1964 to ‘76, once playing with a broken leg in the preseason. “I was very sad to hear of the passing of Winston Hill,” Jets owner Woody Johnson said. “He was our most decorated player with a franchise-record eight All-Star game appearances. And as accomplished as he was on the field, he was an even better person whose profound impact on his teammates and those who came in contact with him left an impression for a lifetime. “He was the type of man who if you were his friend, you thought you were his best friend. Our hearts and prayers go out to the family and many friends of one of the Jets’ all-time greats.” His performance in Super Bowl III helped the Jets to a historic upset of the Baltimore Colts, the team that drafted Hill in the 11th round in 1962 and cut him a year later. His blocking helped Matt Snell rush for 121 yards and a touchdown in the Jets’ 16-7 win. “Winnie was like my brother,” former center John Schmitt told the Jets’ official website on Tuesday. “He was a terrific football player. His heart was as big as his body. He did not have a bad thing to say about anyone. I am going to miss that turkey.” A former Texas Southern standout, Hill was signed by the Jets one day after being released by the Colts, and he became a fixture on the offensive line until 1976. He finished his career with the Los Angeles Rams in 1977, as did Namath. “It was great to protect Joe all those years,” Hill said in 2010,

LUTHER J. MARTZ

Memorial Services for Luther J. Martz, 90, of Big Sandy, Texas were at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 1, 2016 at the Church of God Big Sandy with Steve Smith officiating. Services are under the direction of Croley Funeral Home in Gladewater, Texas. Mr. Martz passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2016. Mr. Martz was born on June 3, 1925 to the late Ben and Ila Martz in Lockesburg, Arkansas. He answered the call to serve his country during World War II in the United States Army. He was a self employed heavy equipment operator and lived most of his life in Big Sandy with his precious wife, Martha N. Martz. He was a member of the Church of God Big Sandy, 1106 W. Broadway Street. Mr. Martz is survived by his sons: Terry Martz and wife, Karen of Longview; Tony Martz of Lockesburg Arkansas; and when he was selected for the Ring of Honor. “You come across Scott Martz of Springfield, Missouri; daughters Elinda Batte great people in a lifetime, and he’s one of them. He was a very of Cypress, Texas and Karon Smith and husband, Steve of Vacaville, California; twelve grandchildren and sixteen greatspecial ballplayer and elevated everyone else’s play.” grandchildren. Mr. Martz was preceded in death by his parents, Hill, walking with the aid of a cane, made an appearance his wife of 63 years, Martha N. Martz, four brothers, two sisters at MetLife Stadium last fall for the Ring of Honor ceremony. and his son-in-law, Oliver K. Batte. In addition to Hill, the Jets’ Ring of Honor includes Namath, Online condolences may be left at www.croleyfh.net. defensive lineman Joe Klecko, running back Curtis Martin, wide receiver Don Maynard and coach Weeb Ewbank. After retiring from football, Hill opened a ribs and barbecue restaurant in Denver.

Storms create havoc for city

Continued from Page 1A Melancon said city crews placed a 3/4-inch sheet of steel over the West Lake road damage, so motorists could get to and from their homes. However, Melancon said the temporary fix can not handle the weight of a fire truck, so the city plans to bring on extra help and equipment to fix the problem. “We will do whatever it takes,” Melancon said, adding officials have developed an emergency plan to fight any fire in that affected area from the lake if needed. He assured residents that EMS and police can access all of West Lake if needed. “We suffered several washouts this weekend in and around your area, including some downed trees in Gladewater,” said Union Pacific Railroad spokesman Jeff DeGraff. The railroad tracks on Gladewater’s west side of town also

Grand Jury hands down indictments Continued from Page 1A

Gram 2.3.16 Kerterry Wayne Polk (24) Longview, Texas - Evading Arrest Or Detention With Vehicle 3.10.16 Phillip Lee Redwine (45) Kilgore, Texas - Evading Arrest Or Detention With Vehicle 3.23.16 Robert Hawkins (45) Beaumont, Texas - Unlawful Possession Of Firearm By Felon 2.12.16 Dacorris Daraylonn Ford (25) Longview, Texas - Unauthorized Use Of A Motor Vehicle 3.21.16 Randall Leroy Mcdonald (36) Longview, Texas - Possession Of A Controlled Substance In An Amount Of Less Than One Gram 2.27.16 Deontre Shakur Lee Williams (22) Kilgore, Texas - Tampering With Evidence; Tampering With Evidence; Tampering With Evidence 2.19.16 Michael Lee Strickland (17) Big Sandy, Texas - Tampering With Evidence; Theft Of Firearm 3.16.16 Kendric E. Rider (19) Longview, Texas - Tampering With Evidence; Theft Of Firearm 3.16.16 Ray Anthony Phillips (49) Ft. Worth, Texas - Forgery 8.27.15 James Cyril Bennett (43) Gilmer, Texas - Theft Habitual 3.30.16 Bridget Delores Johnson (38) Kilgore, Texas - Possession Of A Controlled Substance In An Amount Of Four Grams Or More But Less Than 200 Grams; Tampering With Evidence 2.9.16 Charles Hordarious Mcneary (19) Longview, Texas - Evading Arrest Or Detention With Previous Conviction 01-22-2016 Nicolas Bush (36) Longview, Texas - Online Solicitation Of A Minor 11-03-2014 Gregory Oden, Jr. (22) Cedar Hill, Texas - Sexual Assault Of A Child Sexual Assault 10-23-2015 Demetrius Alex (30) Longview, Texas - Aggravated Assault; Deadly Conduct 2.28.16 Leo Cooks (45) Longview, Texas - Unlawful Possession Of A Firearm By A Felon 02-01-2016 Bradley Delane Fagans (26) Longview, Texas - Harassment Of A Public Servant 02-03-2016 Stefan Omar Pentecost (19) Longview, Texas - Unauthorized Use Of A Motor-Propelled Vehicle 03-19-2016 Jonathan Bryant Madewell (54) Marshall, Texas - Theft Habitual 04-02-2016

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Services for Mark Joseph Hart, 47, of Union Grove,were held April 28, 2016 at the Croley Funeral Home Chapel in Gladewater. Burial will follow at a later date in the Dallas-Ft. sustained serious damage from the more than 3-5 inches of rain Worth National Cemetery. Mr. Hart passed away on Monday, that fell in a short period of time late Saturday and early Sunday. April 25, 2016 in Longview. Interment was at the Dallas “Our crews have been working around the clock since the Ft.Worth National Cemetery in Dallas Texas on Friday, April storms came through and have been able to open many sections. 29, 2016. Given the widespread issues in the area, we have seen some MISTY D. HAWLEY Services for Ms. Misty D. Hawley,39, of Dallas formerly of delays. We are in communication with our customers and have Gladewater are pending with McCauley & Son of Gladewater. also been working on re-routes as necessary, said DeGraff.

Mark May

For City Council Place 3 Mark and his wife (Lola) have owned and operated The Screen Door Antique Mall in Downtown Gladewater for the past 10 years. I am a Chamber of Commerce Board Member, past president of the Gladewater Lions Club where I am still an active member, served on the Main Street Board and organizes the Gladewater Gusher Days Car and Motorcycle Show in April each year. As a citizen of Gladewater myself, I have a strong desire to work hard for Gladewater. In everything I do I always keep my fellow business owners and citizens in mind. Because I have been in sales and now a purchasing manager, I have the skills to read and understand financials and large budgets. Keeping an eye on the bottom line and always mindful that YOUR TAX DOLLARS are NOT mine is one of my motivations in running for City Council. I am aware our infrastructure needs attention and want the ability to address that aggressively. I communicate well on all levels with the ability to be honest and compassionate yet standing on the belief that right is right and wrong is wrong, not afraid to speak my mind and standing firm. If elected on May 7, 2016, I have no intention of be an untouchable Councilman. Understanding I am a civil servant, that your agenda is my agenda, not to busy for those I represent and to communicate the happenings of what the Council is working on so you, a vested citizen of Gladewater, will have a voice and vote through me. My love of people and our community drive me to work hard to motive people around me. Gladewater is our home TOGETHER, the place we Live, Work and Play….TOGETHER! Lets do this with Unity in our Community…. and our City Council! Pol. Ad Paid for by Mark May

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Monarch butterfly extinction prevention

By Suzanne Bardwell The Gladewater Garden Club met April 25 with speaker Kay Lowery of the Native Plant Society. who spoke on “Milkweed and Monarchs”. Lowrey is a member of the Caddo Wildflower Chapter from Hughes Springs. With the Texas state insect, the Monarch butterfly, in danger of becoming extinct with the population dropping by more than 90 percent in the last two decades the fight is on to provide plants that are needed to help them make their annual journey to Mexico according to Lowrey. “The caterpillars feed only on milkweed that are native to this area,” Lowrey said. “Many see milkweed as a nuisance not realizing that it is absolutely necessary for the survival of the Monarch.” Milkweed is native to East Texas and plantings grow

easily after the weather warms up. “It is really important that we make sure that there is plenty of milkweed,” Lowrey said. “We are feeding the next generation of butterflies.” The insect which migrates from Canada to Mexico annually depends on these plantings for survival.

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HELP BEAUTIFY GLADEWATER! Adopt-a-Spot

The newly formed Gladewater Beautification Board would like to partner with community organizations, churches, youth groups, businesses, scout troops, civic groups, Sunday School classes, school groups, families and individuals to help Keep Gladewater Beautiful by adopting an area of their choice to keep free of litter and perhaps enhance to help promote hometown pride and the attractiveness of our area to visitors. If you or your group would like to help make our corner of the world cleaner and more appealing to citizens and visitors please send your contact information to Todd Clifton at: tclifton@austinbank.com or Suzanne Bardwell at 903-845-2235 or sbardwell@gladewatermirror.com Let’s make a difference together!

Gladewater Beautification Board Members: Todd Clifton Farrell Alexander Tracy McKnight Wanda Allard Matt Ruesing Suzanne Bardwell

for its end of year meeting Monday, May 16 at noon at the Gardens of Gladewater for a salad luncheon. Members are encouraged to bring their favorite salad for the luncheon and a gardening tool, plant or gardening book for a Chinese gift exchange. The program will include officer installation and scholarship winners.

UGISD Calendar 5/4, Wednesday EOC Testing-Biology 5/5, Thursday EOC Testing-Social Studies 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Blood Drive 5/6, Friday Baseball playoff@Gary ISD Field vs. Cayuga (best of 3 series: 2nd will be 30 minutes after completion of 1st game) Host bi-district baseball McLeod vs. N. Hopkins-TBA 5/7, Saturday 9 a.m. Spring Fling 3-D Archery Shoot fundraiser (Noon-baseball game 3 if needed at Gary ISD vs. Cayuga) Host bi-district baseball McLeod vs. N. Hopkins-TBA 8 p.m. Prom@Arabella Manor 5/9-5/12-STAAR TESTIING 5/9, Monday 7 p.m. Board of Education Meeting 5/10, Tuesday 6 p.m. FFA Banquet@The Reserve 5/12, Thursday Fredricksburg Rocketry Students State Track Meet 5/13, Friday Fredricksburg Rocketry Students State Track Meet National Archery Competition-Kentucky 5/14, Saturday Fredricksburg Rocketry Students State Track Meet National Archery Competition-Kentucky

Gladewater man gets six years in prison for DWI BY PHILLIP WILLIAMS Correspondent GILMER--115th District Judge Lauren Parish sentenced 23 persons on felony charges between April 26 and 29, said Upshur County District Attorney Billy Byrd’s office.. Details of the sentencings were as follows, and all defendants pleaded guilty unless otherwise shown, Byrd’s office reported: (in cases of deferred adjudication, that means no final conviction appears on the defendant’s record if he/she successfully completes probation). Curtis Dee Jarman, 48, of Gladewater, received six years in prison for driving while intoxicated--subsequent offense--when his probation on that charge was revoked. He admitted violating terms of probation. Carl Allen Benoit, 29, of Big Sandy, received 270 days in Upshur County Jail for possession of less than one gram of methamphetamine. Amanda Lynn Gage, 32, of Hawkins, was placed on seven years “deferred adjudication” probation for possession of a controlled substance--four grams or more but less than 200 grams of methamphetamine. Larry Darnell Moungle, 33, of Hawkins, was placed on three years deferred adjudication for possession of less than one gram of

methamphetamine. Jonathan Adam Heslep, 28, of Atlanta, Tex., was placed on five years deferred adjudication probation for unauthorized use of a vehicle. Randy Travis Johnson, 20, of Longview, received concurrent sentences of eight years deferred adjudication for burglary of a habitation and five years deferred adjudication for unauthorized use of a vehicle. Rebecca Renee Williams, 4 1 , o f L o n g v i e w, d r e w 15 months in state jail for possession of less than one gram of methamphetamine. Codi Aleksandur Davis, 22, of Gilmer, drew nine years in prison when the probation he was serving for indecency with a child--exposure--was revoked. He admitted violating terms of probation, and must register as a sex offender for 10 years. Allan Bernard Moore, 45, of Pittsburg, was placed on five years deferred adjudication probation for delivery of a controlled substance--less than one gram of cocaine. Michael S. Curtis, 40, of Gilmer, drew seven years probation of a 10-year prison term for evading arrestdetention with vehicle. William Fredrick Johnson Jr., 32, of Jefferson, was placed on two years deferred adjudication for possession of less than one gram of

methamphetamine. Suzanne Editha Johnston, 48, of Gilmer, drew 15 months in state jail for possession of less than one gram of methamphetamine. Richard Carl Alldredge, 48, of Gilmer, received six years deferred adjudication for prohibited substances and items in correctional facility. Longview resident Robert William Dozier, who turns 38 Monday, was placed on seven years deferred adjudication on the same charge as Alldredge, but a separate offense. Michael Adam Lairson, 32, of Diana, who was on deferred adjudication probation, was placed on regular probation when the deferred adjudication probation was revoked. He received five years’ probation of a two-year state jail sentence for possession of less than one gram of cocaine after admitting violating terms of his earlier probation. John Brodie Whittle, 28, of Longview, received four concurrent sentences of 10 years in prison, probated for five years, for four counts of forgery--criminal episode. Melanea Rashell Vargas, 28, of Gilmer, drew five years in prison for possession of one gram or more, but less than four grams, of methamphetamine when her probation on that charge was revoked. She admitted violating terms of probation.

The need for food is year-round, so the Gladewater Mirror continues to be a drop-off point for the Gladewater Manna House. We believe no family should go hungry in this great country of ours. All that’s needed is for everyone to pick up 1 or 2 extra non-perishable items the next time they are out shopping and drop the donation off at 211 N. Main St. We’ll do the rest!

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What’s Happening Pink Heals Color Run May 7 For Noll

Pink Heals of Gregg county will host the third annual Color Run May 7 as a fundraiser for White Oak High School Principal Dan Noll who is undergoing treatment for multiple myeloma and is seeking a bone marrow donor match. Noll, a lifelong educator has spent the majority of his career at White Oak starting in 1979. The family friendly 5K walk/run/jog will also host live music, children’s activities and $5 barbecue plates. A $5 arm band will be required for the children’s area. Bands slated to perform include Indigo Road, Blaine Hart and the Cole Allen Band. The event will be centered at the parking lot across from White Oak High School at 200 South White Oak Road. The race will begin at 9 a.m. with late registration at 8:15 a.m. Register online at pinkhealsofgc.webconnex.com/3rdAnnualColor Run. Trophies will be awarded to the top three males and females. Racers who register before April 29 will receive an official race shirt.

West Mountain Cemetery Assoc. to meet

The West Mountain Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting at the rural Upshur County cemetery on U.S. 271 on Sunday, May 15. Members are asked to bring two dishes of vegetables, salad or dessert for the 12:45 p.m. lunch under the pavilion (meat will be provided.) A business meeting and program will follow. Donations to the association will be accepted at the meeting since it assesses no monthly fees or yearly dues to maintain the cemetery. The organization wants to create a recipe book detailing some history of the cemetery and individuals buried there, so members are asked to bring their favorite recipes (such as family recipes) to the meeting or mail them to the association at P.O. Box 206, Gilmer 75644. “Tell us whose recipe it is and how this has become an important part of your family history, associated with those buried in the cemetery,” the association said in a letter to members. Danny Johnson is president of the association, which maintains the graveyard between Gilmer and Gladewater.

A hero award certificate was presented to 12-year old Virginia Stephenson by Charline Simmons wife of Pastor Troy Simmons of the Church of Nazarene. Recently Virginia’s 4-year old cousin Chevy fell in the swimming pool. Virginia immediately jumped in and pulled Chevy to safety. Courtesy Photo caps and gowns and arrive at 5:15 p.m. in McKaig Hall at FBC. Family and community members are warmly encouraged to attend and support these graduates. For more information call FBC at 903-845-2171 or baileyh@fbcgladewater.org.

Rosedale Cemetery annual meeting

The Rosedale Cemetery annual membership meeting and Spring Picnic cemetery celebration will be held from 10:30 a.m. Garden Club to meet to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 14. For information: (903) 234-8268. The Garden Club will meet Monday, May 16 at noon for an end of year salad luncheon. All members are encouraged Friends of the Lee Library Support Meeting to bring a salad and a gardening tool, plant or gardening book All Friends of Lee Library members and individuals for a Chinese gift exchange. The program will include officer interested in supporting Lee Library are invited to attend a installation and scholarship winner announcement. meeting Monday, May 16 at 10 a.m. in the meeting room of

Lee Library Story Time

Lee Library at 314 Pacific Ave. Lindale Library friends will Lee Public Library invites young children to the library for share successful projects and how they might be adapted for story time Wednesday at 11 a.m. There will have a coloring Gladewater’s library will be considered. All library supporters are strongly encouraged to attend. activity following the story. All activities are free to the public. The library is located at 312 W. Pacific Ave. in Gladewater. For FUMC youth ministry fundraiser more information, call the library at 903-845-2640. Saturday, May 21 at 6 p.m. the First United Methodist Church

Opry hosts Josh Davis

The Gladewater Opry will host Josh Davis in a tribute to Elvis this Friday night at 7 p.m.. Tickets are $10. On Saturday night at 8 p.m. Lexi Woodruff, Jimmie Blackmon, Kim Drum, Lynn Landry, Jake Williams, Katlyn Eitel, Sid Cox, Renee Garrison and The Texas Smoke Band will perform. Adults-$10 and children’s tickets $5. The Opry is located at 108 E. Commerce Street.

Storytime is on Thursday in Gilmer

GILMER--Two books will be read to small children at both of the Upshur County Library’s two weekly “Storytime” sessions Thursday. “I Like Noisy, Mom Likes Quiet” by Eileen Spinelli and “Let’s Dance, Grandma!” by Nigel McMullen, will be read at the 10 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. sessions at the library, 702 W. Tyler (which is also Texas Hwy. 154). A craft will follow Storytime, said Debbie White of the library’s Children’s Services division. The events are free to the public, but children under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call the library at (903) 843-5001 or visit its website at www. youseemore.com/upshur.

SBA Lender Training’ May 20 in Longview

The Kilgore College Small Business Development Center will partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration to host a one-day advanced training for bankers. “SBA Lender Training” is set for 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday, May 20, at the Summit Club in Longview, located at 3700 Judson Road. The seminar will give the latest SBA guidelines and regulations featuring information on a new program called SBA One. Networking and continental breakfast will begin at 8:30 a.m. and lunch will be served. Registration fee is $75 and can be paid by credit card by calling 903-757-5857 or 800-338-7232.

Area Baccalaureate for High School Grads

The Gladewater Ministerial Alliance is hosting a Baccalaureate Service on Sunday, May 22 at 6 p.m. All area graduating seniors are invited to Gladewter First Baptist Church at 300 W. Upshur with a reception following the service in McKaig Hall. A small gift will be presented to each graduate. Dr. Stan Coppinger, professor at LeTourneau University, will bring an inspiring and challenging message for the high school graduates. Graduating seniors are asked to wear their graduation robes,

will host Grant Price and musician/vocalist Paul Ruark. Price is a professional magician and illusionist. Adult tickets are $10 and students are $5. All proceeds will help fund the summer youth ministry. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and refreshments will be served.

Retired school employees to meet May 19

All retired school personnel are encouraged to attend the second organizational meeting for retirees from Gladewater, Union Grove, Kilgore, Sabine, White Oak, Spring Hill and Pine Tree ISDs on May 19 at 1:30 p.m. at the White Oak Community Center on Center Street behind White Oak High School. With looming political threats to Teacher Retirement and insurance benefits it is absolutely essential that reitrees unite to protect their interests.

TRTA Training

A Texas Retired Teachers Association District 8 Spring Leadership Training will be held Thursday, May 12 at Williams Memorial Methodist Church, 4000, Moores Lane in Texarkana. Registration is 8:30 am with the program 9 am until 2 pm. Lunch will be served. All retired school personnel are invited to attend.

GHS Calendar 4/29, Friday Regional Track Meet@Commerce 4:30/7 p.m. Baseball vs. SH-H 4/30, Saturday Regional Track Meet@Commerce 8 a.m.-2 p.m. HoneyBear Mini-workshop 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday School 5/2, Monday Teacher Appreciation Week 5/3, Tuesday EOC Testing Alagebra 1 & U.S. History 5/5, Thursday EOC Testing Biology 5/6, Friday School Nurse Day EOC Make-up Testing Day Culinary Arts Field Trip 8 a.m.-noon Bear Challenge Day 5/7, Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday School

Hi, my name is Larry Seery. I am running against Leon Watson for City Council Place #2. Leon is a friend and a good man. The reason for this letter to the voters is my concerns about the way people present Gladewater to the world. Gladewater is not bankrupt. The debt we have is necessary to update water and sewer systems to meet modern standards. Perhaps these problems should have been addressed years ago, but we can’t keep passing the buck. The Council, in the past ten years, has started taking action to better Gladewater. This requires investments. Gladewater has a great future. We are located on 2 major highways and between several larger towns. If our city wasn’t stable, McDonald’s would never have come here. We also have TICO and Ellis trucking, our newest industries. Our taxes are substantial. The new Middle School and Kilgore College are a good part of it. Gladewater needs to grow. Our City covers a large area and has much room for growth. We have a loop that is basically undeveloped. We have a good traffic count. There is a lot of potential there. The new Youth Baseball fields are an opportunity for growth. They help keep our youth in our city and attract others here. The fields should be self-supporting in the near future. If the people of Gladewater would concentrate on bettering Gladewater and devote their abilities to clean and polish our city instead of looking for fault, then we will see a small city reach its potential. The Bible says what you sow you shall reap. Let’s sow good seeds and watch our city grow! Political Advertisement Paid for by Larry Seery

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Pritchett News

By Brenda Johnson 903-734-5142

The â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Music and a Slice of Pieâ&#x20AC;? event was canceled because Call me if you want one. of the storm that did considerable damage in parts of Upshur County. Everyone needs to hold on to the tickets that were Can someone tell me who owned Gilmer Drug back in the bought to raffle off the quilt as that will be done at a later date. 1950â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s? I have been told it was Percy Mullinex or was he the pharmacist? My brother, Buck Denton, and I have a discussion Sad news from LeRoy & Virginia Anschutz and their goat going on about this and need more information. Please call me farm:Virginia writes; if you have the answer. I went to my Pygmy goat show in Longview last weekend, Thought for the day: LIFE is the most difficult EXAM. Many and did reasonable (only took two little does to show) one took Reserve Jr. Champion. The down side was while I was there people fail because they try to copy others â&#x20AC;&#x201C; not realizing that some dong broke into our goat pens at home, killed two Pygmy everyone has a different question paper. Does, then went up the alley and into a Young Boer Buck pen and damaged him so much he had to be put down, then down to This weeks family essay is on the Roberts Family from the a Big Buck Pen and chased him so much he broke into another records of Myra Watts. Oram Milo Roberts came to Texas while it was still a republic. area and he was limping when I got home. Le had called me to tell me we had a problem at home, a very sad home coming. He was appointed a Texas District Attorney in 1844 by President The two Pygmy does were the mothers of the two replacement Sam Houston. Evidently the area he was appointed to included baby bucks I had chosen to keep for my herd. Then to top it Upshur Couty because he became a District Judge in 1846. G.H. off on Monday morning my neighbor had called at 2:30 a.m. Baird wrote, â&#x20AC;&#x153;O.M. Roberts held court at Captain Hartsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; home and said there was a commotion in the far East Pasture, by the and Dave Arden was the district attorney.â&#x20AC;? This was before the time we got there the dogs were gone but one of our Herd Bucks first courthouse was built. Baird also wrote that he taught law had been attacked, his ears were shredded, and tail chewed up. and bookkeeping for a time at the Looney School in Gilmer. The Vet was able to remove some of the damage, but is cost In 1856 he was elected to the Texas Supreme Court and a vet bill. PLEASE DOG OWNERS, BE RESPONSIBLE AND KEEP YOUR DOGS AT HOME. This is heart breaking became a spokesman for states rights. He became the president to see the result of uncontrolled animals. I contacted our sons of the 1861 Secession Convention, Texas Supreme Court. He in Allen, TX and they were here before 6 am, and your dogs later served as Colonel of the 11th Texas Infantry CSA during will not be safe in our pastures in the future. I could show you the â&#x20AC;&#x153;War of Northern Aggressionâ&#x20AC;? fighting against the Yankees pictures. but I am not sure the newspaper would print them. in the Red River Campaign. His great-great-great nephew, They are very grouse. A police report has been filed with the Doug Pilcher, participated in a re-enactment of the Pleasant Sheriffs office in Gilmer. Hill, Louisiana battle in which Captain Oba E. and Colonel Oran M. Roberts fought. WORDS OF WISDOM: And ye shall seek me, and find me, O.M. Roberts served as Chief Justice, Texas Supreme Court when ye shall search for me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:73 1864-1865 and again in 1874-1879. He was elected the 17th BAPTIST NON-DENOMINATIONAL Cooks for the quilters this week were Odessa Walls, Maria Governor of Texas, 1879-1883. While he was governor, the $BMWBSZ #BQUJTU t /FX -JGF 'FMMPXTIJQ $IVSDI t Gilbert, Shirley$MBSLTWJMMF $JUZ #BQUJTU t (MBEFXBUFS Gage, and Lois Brock who served pizza, University of(MBEFXBUFS #JCMF $IVSDI t Texas, Austin was started and plans were put broccoli salad, vegetable casserole, with banana pudding and into place for the (SBDF 5BCFSOBDMF present-day capitol building. Governor O.M. $PSOFSTUPOF $IVSDI t Roberts taught law at the University of Texas where he was pineapple pie &BTUWJFX #BQUJTU $IVSDI t for dessert. 'JSTU #BQUJTU $IVSDI t PENTECOSTAL known as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Old Alcatadeâ&#x20AC;?. 'SJFOETIJQ #BQUJTU $IVSDI t 'JSTU 6OJUFE 1FOUFDPTUBM t The church that was selling everything at Pritchett still has (MBEFWJFX #BQUJTU t /PSUITJEF 1FOUFDPTUBM two 12 foot(MBEFXBUFS .JTTJPOBSZ #BQUJTU t pewsNON-DENOMINATIONAL and one 6 foot pew that has not been spoken The primary subject of this article is the family of Oba Ewing "CVOEBOU -JGF 5FNQMF 6 1 $ t for. They are beautiful pews and have been selling for $50 each. Roberts and his descendents. /FX -JGF 'FMMPXTIJQ $IVSDI t (SBDF #BQUJTU t 4PVUIFSO 1FOUFDPTUBM $IVSDI t 4UBSSWJMMF

Oba was born on January 1, 1823 in Ashville, Alabama. He moved to the Arkansas Territory at an early age with his father, Dr. Jesse Roberts, a physician who died ministering to the Cherokee Indians during a great plague of cholera. Left an orphan, he joined a party of surveyors and assisted in surveying out the territory (This was before Arkansas had attained statehood). While still a youth, he moved to San Augustine, Texas where his uncle, Oran M. Roberts assisted him through school. He was brought into contact with many of the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading men; Houston, Rusk, Henderson and others. Evidently he moved to Upshur County along with his uncle around 1847, because he was elected sheriff of Upshur County in 1850. He married Unicy Clementine Mings who was born 2-15-1829. They were married on Glade Creek in 1849 in the Mings Chapel area. They had four children: Dr. O.D. Roberts who died in 1885; Dr. F.F. Roberts who died two years later in 1887; and two surviving children, J.C. And Richard Beasley Roberts. Oba had a large plantation east of Gilmer on what is today Highway 154. He hired a man named Phillips to build his house that became the McDonald House and then the Miracle House which was featured in the Gilmer Mirror along with the slave cabin. When the new owners had the roof replaced they found that Phillips had carved his name and the date 1850 on the rafters.

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Supreme Court sends Voter ID back to Fifth Circuit

AUSTIN — Texas’ voter identification law will remain in effect for now, but the U.S. Supreme Court has instructed a lower court to rule on its constitutionality before November’s election. On April 29 the Supreme Court temporarily upheld a stay granted by the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Oct. 14. The stay has allowed the Texas law to remain in effect. Justice Clarence Thomas, acting on behalf of the high court, ordered the New Orleans-based appellate court to decide Veasey v. Abbott by July 20, well in advance of the November 8 General Election. The plaintiffs allege the state law’s requirement — that in order to cast a ballot at an election poll a voter must present certain approved photographic identification — places a discriminatory and therefore unconstitutional burden on blacks and Hispanics. Earlier decisions in lower courts found that the law did

violate Section 2 of the U.S. Voting Rights Act, which prohibits voting practices or procedures that discriminate on the basis of race, color, or membership in one of certain language minority groups identified elsewhere in the act. Denial of a citizen’s right to vote and intentional dilution of the voting strength of a community of common interest are common tests courts use in determining whether an election law is discriminatory. The Fifth Circuit set May 24 as the hearing date, the exact date of the state runoff election. Also of concern is that poll workers must be trained in time to oversee and assist voters in accordance with any court decisions come Election Day in November. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton commented after the Supreme Court issued the order: “Texas enacted a common-sense law to provide simple protections to the integrity of our elections and the democratic process in

our state. We appreciate the Supreme Court allowing the law to remain in effect at this time and look forward to defending the merits of our case in front of the entire Fifth Circuit next month.”

nominating convention are free to vote in either primary runoff election.” Early voting in runoff elections will begin May 16 and end on May 20. Election Day is May 24.

Texas Secretary of State Carlos Cascos, the state’s chief elections officer, on April 21 reminded voters that the law does not allow them to cross parties between the primary and the primary runoff election. “If you voted in a party’s primary or nominating convention, you must stick with that party for any runoff elections,” Cascos said. However, he added, “Eligible Texans who did not vote in the primary or participate in a

President Obama on April 25 granted Gov. Greg Abbott’s April 24 request for individual assistance to residents of the flood-stricken counties of Fayette, Grimes, Harris and Parker. “I would like to thank the

Cascos reminds voters

QR codes enhance museum exhibits, Royce repairs pump jack From staff reports The Gladewater Museum has added QR codes to the Elvis, Tom Perryman, Dona Mills Bozman and rodeo exhibits which can be scanned with a smartphone for additional information. Take a tour using the QR codes and you smartphone to hear interviews and see historical events from the past. The constantly updated web page and Facebook page also host a rich trove of information. All of these online services are the work of David Trumbull

who was assisted by Karen White. Several months ago Royce Day took the challenge to revive the action of the pump jack in the miniature derrick in front of the museum. Proud Gladewater Museum Director Elaine Roddy reports that the challenge has been met and the pump jack now works. She says that thanks go to Caldwell Machine of Mt. Pleasant and owner Sargent Caldwell for the machine work on the gear box. All Sheet Metal of Longview made the guard

and M.W. Smith Equipmemnt of Longview allowed workers to use their shop and supplies. This derrick and pump jack have been a part of the building’s history since 1939. Many generations remember the derrick and may enjoy it fully once again thanks to the efforts of many. The next step will be to install a permanent electrical supply. “Thank you Royce for bringing back memories and a part of history for many more generations to enjoy,” Roddy said.

Obama grants disaster aid

president and FEMA for quickly granting Texas’ request for individual assistance following last week’s severe weather,” Abbott said. “The State of Texas will continue to work with our local and federal partners to aid Texans recovering and rebuilding from flood damages and ensure all those affected receive the assistance they need.” Citizens who reside in the affected counties now may apply for “individual assistance” grants of up to $33,000 and low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Commission publicized its stepped-up effort to curb underage drinking during the prom and graduation season. Undercover operations are being focused on TABC’s North Texas region and will target premises that sell alcohol for on- and off-premises consumption. Undercover TABC agents will accompany minor-aged volunteers into selected retail establishments that sell alcoholic beverages. “The minor will attempt to purchase alcohol from the retailer, who could face TABC administrative action if a sale is made. Retailers who sell alcohol to a minor could face Alcohol stings TABC administrative action,” are planned the agency stated in a news Last month, the Texas release. Alcoholic Beverage

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210 PINECREST PINECREST

SUSPICIOUS NOISE

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23:34

603 SHELL CAMP SHELL CAMP

ALARM/OTHER

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ALARM/OTHER

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0:03 RB'S LIQUOR

1601 S TYLER TYLER RD

ASSIST

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