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City to increase sewer rate effective Jan. 14

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By Angela Guillory
Linden City council approved a $4 increase in the sewer rate during their Oct. 21 meeting held at the Mary Daughety Senior Citizens Center.
Mayor Clarence Burns informed council for the past three years the city has suffered a loss in excess of $30,000 in the sewer department due to increased repair costs and declining infrastructure.  He purposed a $3 a month sewer rate increase. The current rate is $9 for the first 2,000 gallons and $2 per each 1,000 gallons after that. 
After some discussion it was agreed by council a $4 a month rate increase would generate approximately $44,000 and cover the cost and provide the city with the additional revenue needed to make necessary repairs to the sewer plant and lines. 
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Oct

Community gathers for Texas medallion dedication ceremony

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By Floyzell Stevenson
Special to the Sun
Pleasant Hill School Restoration Project hosted a Texas medallion dedication program on Oct. 20, with more than 40 people gather at the Pleasant Hill Center.
Darrell Heath served as the program coordinator and emcee for the afternoon. He invited Stephanie Terry to lead the group in singing both the “National Anthem” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” which is referred to as the Black National Anthem. Read more in our e-edition:  http://www.etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Casscounty1//Magazine37902/Full/index.aspx?id=37902
 
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Oct

Early voting ends on Friday, Nov. 1

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By Angela Guillory
Early voting in the Nov.  5, election continues through Friday, Nov. 1. Nine proposed Texas constitutional amendments are on the countywide ballot.
Cass County Clerk Jannis Mitchell said voter turnout has been low with only 96 registered voters electing to vote early as of Monday in the November election. Read more in our e-edition:  http://www.etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Casscounty1//Magazine37902/Full/index.aspx?id=37902
 
Wed
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Oct

Human remains found in woods near FM 2791

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By Robin Aaron
A Dallas hunter’s excursion to Cass County took an unexpected turn Monday when he discovered human remains in a wooded area along FM 2791, near the junction of State Hwy. 77.
According to Sheriff Larry Rowe, the call came in at around 1:15 p.m.
After searching the area, Rowe said what he and his deputies uncovered was the skull, jawbone, bone fragments and scattered clothing of what is believed to be a male. Read more in our e-edition:  http://www.etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Atlanta1//Magazine37938/Full/index.aspx?id=37938
 
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Oct

JP1 office joins in the celebration of Municipal Court Week Nov. 4-8

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Judge Barbara McMillon’s Office joins municipal courts across Texas participating in Municipal Court Week, Nov.  4 – Nov.  8.
Judge McMillon’s Clerks have created a public service display in the foyer of her second floor office with information on various topics including Mothers Against Drunk Drivers, Poison Control, Texas Alcohol Beverage Control, Health Awareness and TXDot Traffic Safety material. They have also created a “Treasure Chest” of goodies for the community.
There will be a reception honoring the City of Linden Municipal Court and the signing of a local proclamation by Mayor Clarence Burns at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 4 saluting their critical role in preserving public safety, protecting the quality of life in Texas communities, and deterring future criminal behavior. 
Wed
30
Oct

‘4-Peat’: Mission Possible

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QC Band of Champions heads to state competition
 
By Robin Aaron
The Queen City High School band is headed to state after a superb showing at the Area UIL competition. 
The local marching band will march across the field at the Alamo Dome November 4 and 5 in San Antonio. 
The Bulldogs qualified at the UIL Area meet, which was held Saturday, Oct. 26 at Stephen F. Austin University (SFA) in Nacodoches. 
The Queen City band won first in prelims and ended the competition tied for third in finals with New Diana.  
Bands from White Oak and Redwater are also advancing to state. 
Preceeding Area, the band performed Wednesday, Oct. 23 for UIL Regionals and earned straight ones there. 
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30
Oct

Mass casualty simulation held at Atlanta Fire Station Monday

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A patient is wheeled out of the triage tent during a simulation Monday at the Atlanta Fire Station. Multiple agencies were represented as the event. U.S. Homeland Security grant funds made the training possible. 
 
By Robin Aaron
Atlanta Fire Station was the backdrop for a mass casualty exercise Monday morning. First responders from all over the local ATCOG nine-county region participated in the emergency response training exercise. The event Monday was the beginning of three-day training.  Read more and see the pictures in our e-edition:  http://www.etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Atlanta1//Magazine37938/Full/index.aspx?id=37938
 
Wed
30
Oct

Big Bad Band from Rabbitland continues to shine

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Atlanta’s High School Band continued their success story for the 2013 marching season at three invitational marching contests this season where they received first division ratings (Superior) from all of the judges.
At two of the marching contests, the Big Bad Band from Rabbitland was chosen as the Grand Champion, and on Oct. 15, the band traveled to Mt. Pleasant to march in the annual Region IV UIL Marching Contest where they received all first division ratings and began their journey toward another Sweepstakes award for the school year. Read more in our e-edition:  http://www.etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Atlanta1//Magazine37938/Full/index.aspx?id=37938
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Oct

Modern Primitives robbed at gunpoint

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By Robin Aaron
An armed robbery occurred in Domino Thursday at about 1:30 p.m. 
Three men entered the business and robbed the employees at gunpoint. The business in question is Modern Primitives. The business operates as a tattoo and piercing establishment.    Read more in our e-edition:  http://www.etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Atlanta1//Magazine37938/Full/index.aspx?id=37938
 
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Oct

QC man charged for two deaths in wreck

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A second victim in a deadly crash early Sunday morning in Texarkana, Texas has died, and the man accused of causing that wreck is now facing an additional charge of intoxication manslaughter. Read more in our e-edition:  http://www.etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Atlanta1//Magazine37938/Full/index.aspx?id=37938

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