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Governor Abbott and Attorney General Pax ton Provide Joint Guid ance for Houses of Wor ship Operating as Essential Services
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overnor Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton have issued joint guidance regarding the effect of Executive Order GA 14 on religious services conducted in congregations and
houses of worship. The Executive Order GA 14 denies essential services to include “religious services conducted in churches, congregations, and houses of worship.” Orders given by state or local govern-
ments prohibiting people from providing or obtaining certain services must ensure that the orders do not violate the First Amendment of the United States Constitution, Article I of the Texas Constitution, and the Texas Religious Freedom Restoration Act, which protect the rights of Texans to freely exercise their religion.
UIL Announces Extended Suspension of All UIL Activities
AUSTIN — The University Interscholastic League (UIL) is extending its suspension of all UIL sanctioned activities due to the outbreak of COVID-19 in Texas. All contests, practices, rehearsals and workouts will remain suspended until further notice. At this time, the earliest games and contests may resume is Monday, May 4th. Prior to this date, the UIL will allow its member schools a reasonable acclimatization period for rehearsals and practices to occur. All decisions remain flexible and will be consistent with the advice of local, state and federal officials. The UIL Press release went on to say, “We
are working diligently on contingency plans to conduct state championships in each of the activities that have been suspended,” said UIL Executive Director Dr. Charles Breithaupt. “While the immediate future is unclear, we are committed to providing these much-desired activities to all Texas students and will prepare for all possible outcomes, including extended school closures.” The UIL will continue to provide timely, ongoing updates and is reassessing this ever-changing situation daily. Please continue to check the UIL website and social media accounts for further updates.
Beware of COVID 19 SCAMS
From Edgewood TX Police Department, Due to the ongoing circumstances COVID-19 and the school and business closures, we want to remind everyone to stay vigilant. We are seeing instances in other towns that people are going door to door “selling products/services.” As of this time with our city departments closed to the public, we will be suspending issuing any permits for people to sell their products/services door to door. With this being said, if you as a citizen have this happen at your house or a place of business within our city, please do not hesitate in notifying the police department. We will respond immediately as we want to keep our residents safe. The phone number to the Police department is: 903-8964100. During evening hours it will be forwarded to the sheriff’s dept and the will notify us. Always remember in the event of an emergency call 911.
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FE ATURE D P RO P E RT Y V-387 3 BR 1.5 BA brick home outside of the city limits of Van on apx 0.50 AC. This home is apx 1,974 sq ft includes KIT, formal Dining Room, spacious LR, and a 2 car garage. Property has beautiful trees and large yards. Call to see this property today! WE HAVE RUN OUT OF LISTINGS. LIST WITH US TODAY TO GET YOUR HOME SOLD! CALL 903-963-5101 HA-308 Completely remodeled 3 BD 1 BA home on apx 2 AC in Ben Wheeler. This beautifully redone home is apx 1312 sq ft and includes new cabinetry, counter tops, paint, flooring, and everything in between! Come see this one today!
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V - 3 8 6 Beautiful 4 BD 2.5 BA brick home w apx 2,686 sq ft of living space in Van. Home includes 3 large BD, plus oversize MA BD & BA, a formal Dining Room, KIT w breakfast nook, open concept into the Living Room w fireplace, and a spacious covered back porch that overlooks its gorgeous 1.83 acres. There are also two additional outbuildings and an apx 560 sq ft guest house. Do not miss out on this property!
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WELDING
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TRAILER
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TRACTOR
FORD 3000 tractor. Plus equipment. Boon pole, bush hog, box blade, and a breaking plow. $3200.00 for all. Brownsboro 903-3431088.
CHARITY
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TIMBER
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BEES 4 Sale Whitney Lone Star Queen Co. has Nucs & Queens 4 sale. Nucs 135.00 ea Queens $35.00 ea. Available in April Order now. 1/2 down required with credit card & cash pick up in Newton TX. For orders call Jen 701388-1178.
FREON
FREON R12 WANTED: Certified buyer will PAY CA$H for R12 cylinders or cases of cans. 312-291-9169; www. refrigerantfinders.com.
CLOCKS
Cuckoo Place 903-7345117. Selling, Repairs & Restoration on all Clocks & service calls on Grandfather clocks.
FOR SALE: CUSTOM KAWASAKI MOTORCYCLE. Plenty of extras. For more in- HELP WANTED foramtion call 903-880EXPERIENCED ME3530. CHANIC/TECHNILOG HOMES CIAN with tools needed. Log Homes – 3 Log Knowledge of diesel enHome kits selling for gines a plus 305 Bradbalance owed, free de- burn Rd. Grand Saline. livery. Model #305 BiFOR SALE loxi, bal. $15,000; Model #403 Augusta, bal. FOR SALE Gould deep $16,500; Model #502 well . Two in sand screws Santa Fe, bal. $17,500. & 650 LB pressure tank. View plans at www.log- 903 878-2333. homedream.com. FOR SALE: Five Hosepower Tiller$175.00 www,smartshop Call 903-262-6528. per’903.com
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ANTIQUES
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HOGS
2 Female hogs for sale, 1 Hampshire, 1 Yorkshire, approx 600 lbs ea., $400 each. (903)7774829
FOR SALE
FOR SALE : Mahindra Tractor one owner 2007 Contact Willis Phone: 936-221-6012
LEGAL
We buy oil, gas & mineral rights. Both nonproducing and producing including non-Participating Royalty Interest (NPRI). Provide us your desired price for an offer evaluation. 806620-1422, LoboMineralsLLC@gmail.com. Lobo Minerals, LLC, PO Box 1800, Lubbock, TX 79408-1800.
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FOR SALE: All or part of 44.54 Acres with pond on Hwy. 19, three miles north of Canton 214-7681629. 2001 Toyota 4 Runner SR5-4WD, SUPER CLEAN, silver, new interior, automatic, A/C, loaded with extras, very well maintained a must see and drive. Price $6,850 call 903-4976240.
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How to protect yourself in times of crisis By Chris Hogan
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f you’re feeling panicked about money in these uncertain times, I want you to hear me on this: You are not alone. You will be okay.
People all across the country are wanting to know how the COVID-19 virus will affect their finances. Here are some of the top questions I’m getting about how to handle money during this trying time. What should I do to protect myself and my family right now? Conserve your fincial resources. This means cutting unnecessary spending, like cable television, eating out, and subscription memberships. Focus on taking care of the Four Walls. I’m talking about the absolute necessities— food, shelter, utilities, and transportation. Should I cash out my investments or take my money out of the bank? Absolutely not! The stock market is like a rollercoaster, and you don’t jump off a rollercoaster in the middle of the ride. If you pull your money out now, you’re guaranteed a loss. But if you ride it out, you can bet the value will eventually go back up. Plus, bank deposits are insured by the FDIC and protected up to at least $250,000. How long will this last? Honestly, I don’t
be okay! *Chris Hogan is a two-time #1 national best-selling author, financial expert and host of The Chris Hoknow. What I do gan Show. For more know is the economy than a decade, Hogan will recover. All you has served at Ramsey have to do is look at Solutions, equipping history as a guide. and challenging peoThe market has al- ple to take control ways gone back up, of their money and even after the 2008 reach their financial crash goals. and othHis secer panond book, d e m Everyics, like day MilSARS. lionaires: How How Orcan I dinary give myPeople self some Built Excushion traorin case of dinary job loss? Wealth— Now is And How the time You Can, to build Too, reCHRIS HOGAN up your leased in emerJanuary gency fund. Focus on 2019. You can follow getting three to six Chris Hogan on Twitmonths of expenses ter and Instagram saved up. If you’re re- at @ChrisHogan360 ceiving a tax refund, and online at chrput that money in a ishogan360.com or savings account. If facebook.com/chryou need extra mon- ishogan360. ey, sell some things around the house, or look for part-time work at companies that are experiencing high demand. Remember, control what you can control, and don’t let fear dominate you. It may take a while to get through all this, but you’re going to
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IS IT AN EMERGENCY? Dear Dave, ment is coming, My husband and I just completed Baby Step 3, and we have six months of expenses saved for an emergency fund. How should we determine when something is actually an emergency? Riley Dear Riley, Congratulations on doing the work, being disciplined, and saving like crazy! Now you’ve got peace of mind, and a pile of cash, that will help turn an emergency into nothing more than an inconvenience. There’s no shame in using your emergency fund if you really need to. That’s what it’s there for. Just remember to ask yourself a few questions anytime something pops up to make sure you’ve got a real reason to use it. Is the expense really unexpected? Christmas happens on December 25th every single year. You know your semi-annual car insurance pay-
too. Make sure things like this are part of your regular, monthly budgets. Some examples of unexpected expenses might be a job loss or pay cut. Emergency medical expenses and car accident repairs might fall into this category, as well. Is it absolutely necessary? Most people say they know the difference between a want and a need, but that’s not always the case. Replacing your only mode of transportation would be a need. Upgrading to a newer, fancier car is not. If your car goes down for the count, you need transportation. Use your emergency fund to buy something affordable and reliable you can pay cash for. But don’t dip into it just to upgrade your decent car for one with a million bells and whistles. Is it urgent? Practice the art of patience whenever possible. If your home’s
air conditioning unit goes out in the middle of summer, that’s probably an urgent fix. But hearing about the “sale of the century” at your favorite retail store? Grabbing the newest, hottest cell phone when yours works just fine? Nope! Your emergency fund is all about long-term security, not instant gratification. Don’t blow it impulsively, but don’t be afraid to use it when it’s really needed. Be wise, and ask those three questions. Check yourself so you don’t wreck yourself—or your budget! —Dave * Dave Ramsey is CEO of Ramsey Solutions. He has authored seven best-selling books, including The Total Money Makeover. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 16 million listeners each week on 600 radio stations and multiple digital platforms. Follow Dave on the web at daveramsey. com and on Twitter at @ DaveRamsey. HEAR DAVE RAMSEY ON THE FOLLOWING STATIONS
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details that tell a space’s true story. If you like the major features of a room but have grown bored with its overall look and feel, swapping out the artwork may be just the solution. One notable benefit of this approach is that artwork is available at virtually every price point, making it easy to stay within your budget. From DIY pieces to gallery-quality hangings, there are nearly countless ways to achieve the look you desire. Color correction and odor protection Changing the wall color is often a style-driven decision. However, when it comes to eliminating stains and odors, paint can also be a functional solution that saves on heavy-duty renovating. For example, Dutch Boy Forever Paint and Primer, available exclusively at Menards, covers old stains, prevents new ones and helps knock back the odors that are particularly pungent during the winter months when everyone is cooped up indoors. The paint features Arm & Hammer Odor Eliminating technology, making it ideal for high-traffic areas and homeowners with pets and kids. Sold in easy-to-use plastic twist-and-pour containers, it offers an easy-touse alternative to traditional metal cans. Learn more at DutchBoy.com. Abstract accents Visually interesting pieces can help breathe new life into a ho-hum space, and making this kind of improvement can be as quick and low-budget as a trip to the garage or attic. Repurposing items in unexpected
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w a y s Drop c a n cloth bring Paintvibrant e r ’ s charactape ter to a Dutch room. B o y For expaint ample, (3 cola be- Photo courtesy of Getty Images (Main Image Livingroom) ors) loved Paint but discarded old drum tray makes for a whimsical oc- Liners casional table filled with Angled paintbrush memories and nostalgia. Woven roller covers Ladders make for attrac- Roller frame tive bookshelves, or you Tape measure can use brackets to mount Pencil Level old hardcover books on Stencil (visit DutchBoy. the wall as quirky, float- com to download and print) ing shelving. You can even Mini foam roller cover and take an obscure item like a roller frame bike wheel and convert it Wipe wall with clean, into a wall clock. damp cloth to prepare Open spaces painting surface. Although it should nevLay down drop cloth to er be done without careful protect floors; use painter’s consideration of the im- tape to cover trim, moldpact on your home’s value, ing, ceiling and any adjaknocking out a wall can cent walls. Prepare paint by substantially improve your adding base color to lined home’s function and ap- paint tray. peal. For example, if you Using angled brush, apply have a home with separate base color just inside taped dining and kitchen areas, areas then paint remaining removing the separating area with woven roller; rewall can create a welcom- move painter’s tape while ing space the whole fami- paint is still damp; allow ly can enjoy. Opening up paint to dry 24 hours. a high-use area like the Use tape measure to find kitchen is a popular reno- center of wall and lightly vation choice for all types mark with pencil; center of homeowners, from those stencil over pencil mark; who need to supervise use level to ensure stencil homework while making is straight; secure stencil in dinner to others who regu- place with painter’s tape. larly entertain at home. If Using clean liner, add secknocking out an entire wall ond color to paint tray. Usisn’t an option, try simply ing mini foam roller, apply making your home “feel” second color over stencil; like it flows better from carefully lift stencil after room to room with com- paint application; wipe plementary color palettes down stencil after each use. that help visually open the Line up stencil with prespace. viously painted design; reTone-on-Tone peat until adjacent walls, Stenciling ceiling and baseboard have Stencils can be a simply been reached. way to create a visually rich Allow paint to dry, followpattern on an accent wall. ing suggested drying time Try using a downloadable on can label. stencil and two soft shades Photo courtesy of Getty or two sheens of the same Images (Main Image Livcolor for a subtle statement. ingroom) Supplies: Clean, damp cloth
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