March 15, 2007 / Front Page

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Troup water rates on the rise ...

Residents of Troup will see an increase in their water rates on their April bill. The minimum bill will rise by $1.17 per month. The average user's tab, in the 5,000 gallon range, will see an increase of approximately $2.97 per month. More...

got junk?

Get rid of it during KWB's Clean Whitehouse Day on March 24

If you don't need it … DON'T DUMP IT! This is the theme for the semiannual Clean Whitehouse Day, set for Saturday, March 24 from 8 a.m. until noon. More...

Tri County's female trio not new to news

You may have noticed some changes in the look of the Tri County Leader. You think the paper looks different; you should stop by the office. The faces behind the desks may be new, but they are not new to the news business. More...

Community

Azalea arts/craft show this weekend

The 2007 Azalea Trails Arts and Crafts show is scheduled this weekend at Bergfeld Park. Presented by the Tyler Parks and Recreation Department, the Arts and Crafts show will be from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 17 and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. More...

Whitehouse food pantry seeks support

Philadelphia Blessing food pantry needs the support of the community to continue serving those most in need. "We need help. We definitely need help," said Charles Blackmon, Philadelphia Blessing director. More...

TJC jazz festival ends March 23

Performers include area school bands, college ensemble

Vince DiMartino, former lead and solo trumpet with the Lionel Hampton Band, the Chuck Mangione Band and the Clark Terry Band, will be one of two featured guest artists to perform with the Tyler Junior College jazz ensemble at the closing concert of More...

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School News

Quinn accepted at aeronautics university

William D. Quinn, 19, of Whitehouse has been accepted to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla. More...

Morgan Jamison earns special recognition at TMA exhibit

Morgan Jamison of Whitehouse earned special recognition at Tyler Museum of Art's third annual High School Art Exhibition on March 4. More...

School board members deserve praise, support

We have a school board election coming up in May, as we do every year. Many see this as a matter of little consequence. However, the truth of the matter is "the school can never rise above the leadership of the board. More...

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Obituaries

James E. "Jim" Reedy

Services for James E. "Jim" Reedy, 86, of Whitehouse, were held March 12 at Gateway Baptist Church with Rev. Kenny Ray officiating. Burial followed at Cathedral in the Pines under the direction of Lloyd James Funeral Home. Mr. More...

Don Wamble

Don Wamble entered into The Church Triumphant on March 1. He was born Oct. 2, 1934. Don was a faithful member of Aldersgate United Methodist in Jackson, Tenn. Don was retired from the U.S. Air Force having served 23 years. More...

Hazel Waurieka McCoy Webb

Services for Hazel Waurieka McCoy Webb, 91, of Bullard were held March 13 at Bullard Southern Baptist Church with the Rev. Donnie Barron officiating. More...

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Church News

Church plans veterans parade

The Whitehouse Church of God in Christ is holding a parade on Saturday, March 24 at 10 a.m. in honor of all area veterans. More...

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American Legion benefit Saturday for Overton vet

Troup's American Legion Auxiliary Unit #418 will have a fund-raiser Saturday, March 17, with proceeds to help a paralyzed veteran build a handicapped accessible home. More...

Whitehouse VFD to celebrate 50 years

BY SUZANNE LOUDAMY Staff writer

As a volunteer fire department, they are always looking for a few good men and women. Now, with the anniversary of their 50th year, the Whitehouse VFD is looking for all those guys who have served with the department in the past. More...

May balloting narrows for city, school elections

Local voters will have very few names to choose from this May. Only Troup ISD has a contested race, with Hank Gilbert filing for incumbent Johnny Johnson's sixth seat on the school board. In the other spot, incumbent Bill Lacy has filed to return. More...

News

Troup City Council approves resolutions

During Tuesday's Troup City Council meeting, resolutions were passed allowing the mayor to execute the Tax-Resale Deeds relating to two properties up for bid. These are properties identified as lots 7- 10 and 11-12 on Joy Drive. More...

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Wheelcover found at local car wash

A wheelcover was found at the Hurricane Car Wash on Hwy. 110. The person who found it believes it was lost there Tuesday, Feb. 27, around 3 p.m. More...

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Bulletin

BULLETIN BOARD

March

Community Activities Vietnam Veterans of America to meet Vietnam Veterans of America, Tyler Chapter, will meet Thursday, March 15 at Traditions at 7 p.m. All veterans are invited to attend. For info, call Robbie at 903-876-4935. More...

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Sports

Lady Cats earn 5th consecutive district title

Candace Campsey scored two goals to lead the Whitehouse girls over Hallsville, 6-0, Friday in District 17-4A soccer action. Also scoring for Whitehouse (19-2, 12-0) were Heather Lofties, Kelli Hill, Elissa Parker and Jasmine Afghani. More...

Boys fall to Bobcats

The Cats new the Hallsivlle Bobcats were going to be tough; the two teams battled to a shootout in their first meeting. Facing off again Friday, the Bobcats were able to get on the board just four minutes into the game for the 1-0 lead. More...

Cats take 4th in New Caney tourney

The Whitehouse varsity baseball team claimed fourth place in the New Caney Tournament last weekend. Whitehouse would find itself in a pool with Aldine Eisenhower, Livingston and Cleveland. Whitehouse v. More...

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Social

Erika Raquel Wood of Dallas and Robert Bennett Wilson of Oklahoma City are engaged and plan to marry June 9, 2007. The ceremony will take place on the grounds of Hollytree Country Club, with dinner and dancing at the "black-tie affair. More...

What's Cookin'?

Broccoli & Grape Salad

4 c. chopped broccoli 1 c. chopped celery 1/4 c. chopped green onion 2 c. seedless red grapes, halved 1/2 c. sugar 1 c. mayonnaise 1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar 2/3 c. sliced almonds 1/2 lb. More...

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