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Wed
01
Jan

Inmate found dead at county jail

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Staff Reports
A Cass County inmate was found dead from an apparent hanging the day after Christmas. 
The man’s body was found in the showers at the Cass County Jail, according to Cass County Sheriff Larry Rowe.  The inmate was identified as Bobby Zackary Clements, 38. 
Clements death is believed to be self inflicted, however further investigation and an autopsy are being performed.  Read more in our e-edition:  http://www.etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Atlanta1//Magazine42586/Full/index.aspx?id=42586
 
Wed
01
Jan

County to purchase surge suppressant for justice center

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By Angela Guillory
After suffering three hits to the Cass County Law Enforcement and Justice Center building
Cass County Commissioners agreed to purchase a surge suppressant and phase protector for the justice center. 
A phase protector is a surge suppressant device that should protect the electrical system including the chiller from becoming damaged due to electrical spikes or surges which are often triggered when limbs fall and hit power lines.
The justice center sustained power outages on June 15, in August and most recently on Dec. 13.  Read more in our e-edition:  http://www.etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Atlanta1//Magazine42586/Full/index.aspx?id=42586
 
Wed
01
Jan

AMS wins District UIL for 29th consecutive year

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The Atlanta Middle School UIL team won first in their district again this year. That make 29 years for the campus and coordinators say it is no mistake. “These students worked incredibly hard,” Susie Byrd, UIL coordinator for the campus, stated recently,  “They arrived each morning for several weeks at 7:30 despite all the other activities they participate in during this time of year. Several teams had morning and afternoon practices in order to achieve our goal of excellence.” Pictured above are the fifth and sixth grade UIL participants. Below are the seventh and eighth grade UIL participants.  See all the pictures in our e-edition:  http://www.etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Atlanta1//Magazine42586/Full/index.aspx?id=42586

Mon
30
Dec

DOMINO AREA - BOIL WATER NOTICE!

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Due to a line rupture that has been repaired, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required The City of Domino Water System to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption.
To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and ice making should be boiled and cooled prior to consumption. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes. In lieu of boiling, you may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some another suitable source. When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, water system officials will notify you.
If you have questions regarding this matter you may contact:
Rick Barton, Texarkana Water Utilities (903) 798-3800
Mayor Alfred Campbell, City of Domino (903) 796-2843
Wed
25
Dec

Rainbow Room open house accomplishes mission

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By Angela Guillory
The Cass County District Clerk’s Office collected more than a $1,000 in donations and items on Dec. 18 at its 5th Annual Christmas Open House to benefit the “Rainbow Room.” 
The Rainbow Room is a charitable organization that provides direct goods and services to abused and neglected children of Cass County served by Child Protective Services. It contains basic essentials of daily life such as infant and toddler items, school supplies, hygiene products, new and clean clothes for tots to teens, cleaning supplies and household items. Read more in our e-edition:  http://www.etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Casscounty1//Magazine42161/Full/index.aspx?id=42161
 
Wed
25
Dec

QC students to return to much change following holidays

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By Robin Aaron
Queen City schools officially have a new superintendent.
Queen City Independent School District (ISD) Board of Trustees met Thursday, December 19 for their regular session. Present at that meeting was lone candidate Dr. Angela Gutsch and her family.  
Following the return of students from holiday break, they will come back to new administration under Gutsch’s leadership. Read more in our e-edition:  http://www.etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Atlanta1//Magazine42160/Full/index.aspx?id=42160
 
Wed
25
Dec

Republicans draw for position on ballot for primary

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By Angela Guillory
Several republicans gathered on Dec. 17 to draw for positions on the primary election ballot. Republican Party Chair Eileen Collins explained the process to those candidates present. 
There are 15 republican candidates running in the March primary election. Collins said that is a significant increase from the election four years ago when there was only one candidate running on the republican ticket. 
Wed
25
Dec

Defective fire hydrant causes road closure

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By Angela Guillory
City employees closed off Rush Street on Dec. 19 to repair a leaking fire hydrant. City employee Robert Luzio reported they discovered the hydrant was leaking 150,000 gallons of water per day. 
A contract crew with specialized equipment came in on Dec. 20 to repair the line and replace the damaged fire hydrant.  Read more in our e-edition:  http://www.etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Casscounty1//Magazine42161/Full/index.aspx?id=42161
 
Wed
11
Dec

Atlanta Parade rescheduled for Friday

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A lighted float full of bundled up little carolers makes its way through town Monday night. Even though the parade was cancelled, the children were still singing Christmas carols as they went. The annual Christmas parade was cancelled Monday for the second time. Local weather conditions have not been cooperating with the event. The Atlanta Area Chamber of Commerce will reschedule the event one more time before the holiday arrives. The event has been rescheduled for Friday, Dec. 13 at 6 p.m.
Wed
11
Dec

LPD receives funds for two new patrol units

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By Angela Guillory
The Linden police chief was excited to announce that the department recently received two new patrol units for officers to use for drug interdiction and human smuggling interdiction.
Linden Police Department Sgt. Tony McDuffie applied for the $75,699.76 grant that allowed the department to purchase two fully equipped 2014 police issue Chevrolet Tahoes. McDuffie said the Arkla-Tex Council of Government Justice Assistance Grant was awarded on Aug. 29. Since that time he has been busy ordering all of the equipment and having it installed in the two Tahoes.  Read more in our e-edition:  http://www.etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Casscounty1//Magazine41090/Full/index.aspx?id=41090

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