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Tue
24
Nov

Fundraising site created for girl injured in accident

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By Bobby Horn Jr.

news@casscountynow.com

 

A gofundme account has been created to help an Atlanta Primary School kindergartener who was critically injured in a car accident Nov. 19 which took the lives of her grandparents.

Marvin and Jeanette Hodges, of Douglassville, were killed when they were struck by an 18-wheeler as they pulled onto Hwy. 59 from FM 2328.

Michelle Williams was transported to Children’s Hospital in Little Rock with life-threatening injuries.

The gofundme site is located at https://www.gofundme.com/f6bjaycv.

Mon
23
Nov

CFC opening its doors for community Thanksgiving

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From staff reports
 
For the fifth year in a row, a Queen City church is opening their doors for a free community Thanksgiving dinner. The dinner will be held Nov. 24 from 4 to 8 p.m.
“Here at Christian Fellowship Church we believe that being a part of the body of Christ is reaching outside the walls of the church. We love our community and want to give back and serve whenever we can,” said event coordinator Michelle Poteete. “We will have a traditional Thanksgiving meal. Turkey, dressing, green beans, sweet potatoes, roll, pumpkin pie,” Poteete said, noting that delivery is available until dark if needed.” 
Anyone is welcome to attend the meal. 
Economic need is not a factor for those who come to enjoy the Thanksgiving event.
Thu
19
Nov

Douglassville couple killed in accident

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By Bobby Horn Jr.

news@casscountynow.com

 

A Douglassville couple was killed and a four-year old girl is fighting for her life following a motor vehicle collision on Highway 59 South on Nov. 19.

A Texas Department of Public Service (TxDPS) spokesman said James Clark, of New Orleans, was traveling southbound on Highway 59 around 7:30 a.m. in a 2016 Peterbilt 18-wheeler, when a 2007 Saturn pulled onto Hwy. 59 from FM 2328, into the path of the truck.

Marvin Hodges, the driver of the Saturn, and Jeanette Hodges sustained fatal injuries in the crash. The couple’s four-year old granddaughter sustained serious injuries. The DPS says that the child was first taken to Christus St. Michael and then sent by helicopter by Children’s Hospital in Little Rock where she remains in the pediatric intensive care unit.

Neither Clark, nor his passenger Patrick Powell, were injured in the crash.

Thu
19
Nov

Cass County Toys for Tots gears up for another year

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By Tim Emmons
 
That time of year is here again as the Toys for Tots drive gears up for another successful season.
Cass County Coordinator and Independent Marketing Consultant Monica Beeman is spearheading the event for the children of Cass County who are not able to receive gifts during the Christmas holidays for a number of reasons. 
This is Monica’s ninth year to lead Toys for Tots in our county, and she is looking forward to another successful run.
Things are relatively the same but there’s a twist on the applications this year.
Requests for toys is ONLINE ONLY this year and applications must be in by Friday, Nov. 20. 
The request form can be found at www.texarkana-tx.toysfortots.org. 
Wed
18
Nov

Sonic Drive-In Opens

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Cameron McQuilliams, surrounded by employees, area business leaders and well-wishers, cuts the ribbon to officially open the Sonic Drive-In in Linden.

Photo by Bobby Horn Jr.

Tue
17
Nov

Man arrested hours after being released from Cass County Jail

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Ronald Walker (Source: Texarkana Texas Police Department)

From Staff Reports

LINDEN-- Ronald Walker must have liked the accommodations at the Cass County Detention Center because the day after he was released he found himself back in jail in Bowie County.

According to a Texarkana (Texas) police spokesman Walker was released from Cass County on Nov. 15.

Police say that when he got to his Texarkana home he discovered that his furniture and other possessions had been taken.

Family members told police they removed the items to prevent them from being stolen while Walker was incarcerated.

Angered by the discovery, police say that Walker retrieved a rifle and took to the streets to locate his property.

After receiving a tip, police located Walker who initially refused to surrender. Police were able to eventually restrain him.  

Walker has been charged with felon in possession or a firearm and evading arrest. Possession of a firearm by a felon is both a violation of state and federal law.

Fri
13
Nov

Atlanta Middle wins UIL Meet

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From Staff Reports
 
Atlanta Middle School continued its run of wins at the Fall Invitational last week, extending the streak to 31. 
The two-day event was split between First Baptist Church-Atlanta and Texarkana College, with Atlanta taking home the gold by a mere four points.
“This was my first year at the middle school campus and I was very impressed by the teamwork and dedication by all involved,” said AMS UIL coordinator Misty Williams. 
Paris Junior High placed second at the event, Paris-North Lamar took third and Pittsburg walked away with fourth place. 
“I’m so incredibly proud of all of the kids and teachers who put in the time and effort to make it possible continue our winning tradition,” said AMS principal Jay Wylie. 
Wed
11
Nov

Historic foundation seeks Texas Main Street status

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By Bobby Horn Jr.
news@casscountysun
 
LINDEN--  A group of local historians and Linden enthusiasts are hoping to put the city on the map- The Main Street map, that is.
The Linden Historic Foundation would like to apply for Main Street designation through the Texas Main Street Program (TMSP).
The TMSP is part of the Community Heritage Development Division of the Texas Historical Commission.
Alderman Sue Lazara, a member of the historical foundation, said the purpose of the program is to assist cities with preservation and revitalization of historic downtowns and commercial neighborhood districts.
She added that the state would be able to assist with architectural renderings and offer advice on restoration projects.
Mon
09
Nov

Cass County Most Wanted

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Cass County Most Wanted

The following persons are wanted by the Cass County Sheriff Office (CCSO). This information has been submitted by the CCSO. Anyone who has information regarding their whereabouts should contact the sheriff office by calling 903-756-7511.

 

 

Christopher Garner Beck; probation violation, assault

Roderick Floyd Blackmon; bond forfeiture, possession of marijuana

Raymond Graham Bowman; probation viol, theft; probation violation, bail jumping

Keenan Taylor Dixon; bond forfeiture, hindering apprehension

William David Hunter; theft

Darius Dejuan Lawson; possession of marijuana

Kinzie Mosley;  Release of Surety/Unauthorized Use of Vehicle; probation violation, Evading Arrest; prob violation, reckless driving

Jose Joaquin Mosquera; probation violation, harboring a runaway child

Mon
09
Nov

M.U.M.S. Math and Science team wins first place

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The Morris Upchurch Middle School Math and Science team competed at Foster Middle School on Oct. 24, in the first competition of the year.  The M.U.M.S. team won the first place overall trophy with a total of 3,011 points, second place Daingerfield had 2,979 points total and third place Atlanta had a total of 2,378 points.  
The MU.M.S team consisted of 31 students and brought home a total of 25 medals for placing in the top five of an event; four of the medals were for winning first place in the event. 
 
Individual results are as follows: 
For Number Sense: Adam Bowen – First place, Eighth grade; Eveyn Upchurch – Fourth place, Eighth grade; Claire Bates – First place, Seventh grade; Tallen Boone – Second place, Seventh grade; Austin McGee – Third place, Seventh grade; Connor McGee – Second place, Sixth grade; Aden Norton – Third place, Sixth grade and  Carson Dillinger – Fourth place, Sixth grade.

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