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May 8, 2008
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Photo/Charlotte Smith Twins Alyssa and Alex Flora pose at the "Beauty and the Beast" setting created at First Baptist Church in Troup, which hosted the entire Troup second grade on its annual outing. See related photos and information, Page 5. More...

Troup school board members approved $588,000 for several projects to be completed during the summer. The work includes renovating restrooms at the elementary, updates and improvements at the Ag building, More...

After the barrage of area storms last Friday, some in Whitehouse were questioning why the city's new storm alert system did not go off. According to City Manager Ronny Fite, the storm spotters that were activated did not see the rotation necessary to call for the citywide alarm. More...

Martin issues political statement
I, Kevin Martin, am seeking Place 3 on the Board of Trustees for the Troup Independent School District. I am married to Tracye Thomas Martin and have four children: Carolanne, Taylor, Brett and Marissa who all attend school in the district. More...
Dear Mayor Jacobson and Council Members: I would ask that you give favorable consideration to the recent offer from the City of Tyler to renew our contract for water at your next meeting on May 7, 2008. More...
I have come to a conclusion; stop the presses! I know why I love my job so much. It might surprise you to know it's not the money or the perks that come with working in such a wonderful district. It's the laughter and the fun we have. More...
Community Activities Troup Sons of the Legion to meet Troup Sons of the Legion will meet Thursday, May 8 at 6 p.m. at the legion hall. Jacksonville College Commencement Jacksonville College will hold the 2008 Commencement at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 9 in Buckner Chapel. More...
Tigers defeat Elks for bi-district title
The Tigers survived a late rally by Elkhart in game two of their best-of-three meeting to advance to the round of Area to meet Hemphill. The first game will be 6 p.m. Friday at Carthage, with game two 1 p.m. Saturday at Central Pollock. Game three will follow if necessary. More...
Services with military honors for Morris E. "Buddy" Bass, 68, of Troup were held May 3 at Henry's Chapel United Methodist Church near Troup with the Rev. David Goodwin officiating under direction of Cottle Funeral Home, Troup. More...