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Several Spearman High School students spoke during public comment about academics, extracurricular programs and school culture.
Missy Newhouse of Mexia says her faith, family and community have carried her through chemotherapy, surgery and ongoing treatment.
The Limestone County NAACP Branch #6196 hosted its 10th annual scholarship fundraising banquet and recognized new lifetime members.
The Mexia long-term care facility shared its schedule of bingo, worship, birthday celebrations and other activities for residents this week.
Four volunteer fire departments spent more than five hours fighting a grass and hay fire on FM 1366 that was caused by a burn ban violation.
The Mexia Garden Club has given the library its Civic Pride Award, citing its maintained gardens and the work to rebuild after a past fire.
The Mexia Garden Club honored Brenda Canizales and her sons for the front yard on E. Rusk St.
The Mexia Chamber of Commerce gave its top honor to a longtime resident at its annual awards banquet.
The eighth annual event will offer trunk-or-treat, food trucks, games and music on Commerce Street.
Coach Cheyenne Lansford says the team is learning and growing as district play begins.
The Coolidge Yellowjackets begin their football season Friday, Aug. 28, against the Jonesboro Eagles, according to Head Coach Thomas Tritz.
Two people died and a 7-year-old passenger was hurt in a Saturday afternoon crash in Killeen.