January 8, 2009 / Front Page

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Same service, different setting

Mamaw's moving to incorporate an authentic atmosphere
With a name like Mamaw's, sisters Sandra Harvell and Nell Hoce think their fried pie business needs a more homey look and have put up signs indicating a new location for 2009. More...

Hearts in Harmony brings calm to chaotic lives

BY SUZANNE LOUDAMY Staff Writer

Healing comes in many forms. Not often is it thought to come with four legs and a cold nose. Marilynn Pryor is a firm believer that it does. More...

Community

Mullins tells Troup Rotary about local economy

BY SUZANNE LOUDAMY Staff Writer

During this week's Troup Rotary meeting, members and guests heard from Tom Mullins, president and CEO of the Tyler Economic Development Council, on how East Texas is faring in the current economic downturn. More...

Girl Scout cookie campaign gets under way tomorrow

Every year, millions of girls across the United States gain valuable knowledge while providing the community with a special treat — Girl Scout cookies. This year is no exception! Locally, the Girl Scout Cookie Program begins Friday, Jan. More...

LIBRARY CORNER

Whitehouse library plans several upcoming community events

The Whitehouse Community Library ended the year on a positive note with several successful programs. The 'Tween Night' at the library ended with the participants wanting another one and promising to come again. More...

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Bulletin

BULLETIN BOARD

Community Activities Troup Sons of the Legion to meet Troup Sons of the Legion will meet Thursday, Jan. 8 at 6 p.m. at the legion hall. Aggie Moms host dinner Tyler A & M Mothers' Club has scheduled its annual family dinner at 6:15 p.m. More...

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Sports

Tigers drops district games to Central Heights, Frankston

In their district opener, the Tigers faced off with new opponent Central Heights, and the Blue Devils came away with a 32-24 win at Troup, with both teams playing strong defense in the low-scoring game. More...

Lady Tigers' comeback falls short to Lady Devils

The Lady Tigers slipped to 2-1 in district play after losing a hear tbreaker to Central Heights last Friday, 45-44. The Lady Devils opened strong with a 16-point first period and took a 25-19 lead into the locker room at halftime. More...

Ladycats roll over Nacogdoches, 72-50

Paced by Haylee Aldredge's 22 points, the Whitehouse Ladycats opened district play on their home court Tuesday with a 72-50 rout of Nacogdoches. The Lady Dragons played hard the whole night, but could only stay close through the first quarter. More...

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Troup chamber banquet Feb. 5

New format to focus on school

The annual Troup Chamber of Commerce Banquet is set for Thursday, Feb. 5 at its usual location, Troup High School cafeteria and auditorium. This year's focus from the chamber will be the importance the school district plays in the city. More...

Church dedication Saturday

The newly constructed Prince of Peace Church will be unveiled Saturday with a Celebration of Mass and Solemn Rite of Dedcation. The services begin at 5 p.m. with Bishop Alvaro Corrada del Rio of the Diocese of Tyler and the Rev. Dan L. More...

January is School Board Recognition Month

Governor Rick Perry has proclaimed January 2009 as School Board Recognition Month. More...

News

MAN ON A MISSION

Rep. Louie Gohmert (R-TX) wasted no time in continuing his fight against Washington's bailouts as the 111th Congress convened Tuesday for its first day of session. More...

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School News

Texas high schools compete for cash

Don't Mess with Texas rewards student groups for environmental work

AUSTIN -- Trash4Cash, a new Don't Mess with Texas competition by the Texas Department of Transportation, is rewarding on-campus student organizations with $1,000 for getting rid of litter in their communities. More...

Ancient Egypt comes to life for Whitehouse students

BY SUZANNE LOUDAMY Staff writer

Elementary paleontologists and curators from Whitehouse elementary schools will complete the two-night tour of their ancient Egypt exhibit tonight at Cain and Brown from 5:30- 6:30 p.m. More...

STUDENTS OF THE WEEK

Students of the Week at Whitehouse Junior High School are Matthew Sarver and Caylee Collins. Matthew is in the seventh grade and participates in athletics. His favorite class is English, and his hobbies include playing video games. More...

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Obituaries

Joseph C. Pucheu Jr.

Services for Joseph C. Pucheu Jr., 62, of Whitehouse were held Jan. 4, at the First Assembly of God Church, Troup, with the Reverends Tracy Wright, Joe Ballard and Ray Rector officiating. More...

Timothy McDaniel

Funeral services for Timothy L. "Tim" McDaniel of Troup, 47, were held Jan. 5, 2009 at Green Acres Baptist chapel, Tyler, with Dr. Ron Wells officiating under the direction of Autry Funeral Home of Jacksonville. More...

Robert Lee Swinney Sr.

Services for Robert Lee Swinney Sr., 72, of Arp were held Jan. 7 at Bascom Assembly of God, Tyler, with the Revs. Russell Swinney Sr. and Bruce Lewis officiating. More...

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