Xi Pi Mu members hold their own 'Olympics'
      The Xi Pi Mu chapter of Beta Sigma Phi recently held a social at Diann and Terry Pickard's home. Hostesses for the event were Diann Pickard, Peggy Bowne, Darlene Bingham and Gail Hargrave. Members and guests enjoyed the social hour and then dinner featuring beef and chicken fajitas with all the trimmings, provided by Boomtown Caterers.
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Shaw and Holland announce engagement
      Ronny Shaw and Jane Green of Kilgore are pleased to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Robin Norris, to Jeffrey Amos Holland. Jeff is the son of Ken and Jane Holland of Lake Cherokee. Robin is the granddaughter of Ouida Green of Kilgore and L.C. Shaw of Luling, and the late Lt. Col. T. Allen and Louise Hale of Kilgore.
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Tips for canning foods at home safely
Liz Buckner
      June is here, the Rusk County Farmer's Market is open, and the 2009 canning season is upon here. This week there was an increase of telephone calls regarding food preservation, and the following Texas AgriLife Extension "10 Tips for Canning Foods at Home Safely" is a good checklist to follow as one Increases Their Reserve By Preserving.
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Beck earns degree from UT Tyler
      Daniel Eric Beck graduated from the University of Texas at Tyler on May 9 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. He is the son of Dwight and Cynthia Beck of Kilgore. Daniel overcame a serious motorcycle accident in March to graduate. His courage and determination is inspiring to all who know him.
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Seniors enjoy 'Woodmen of the World' presentation
      The Kilgore Senior Citizens met May 27 in the Lions building. President Audrey Fulcher opened the meeting at 11:30. Ray Drost led the group in prayer and Red Fleming led the Pledge of Allegiance. Ray Drost introduced Jerry Raines, who presented an interesting and informative program about the Woodmen of the World. He has been with the Woodmen since 1992.
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Pioneer Garden Club closes year
      Members of Kilgore's Pioneer Garden Club met in Longview at Ryan's for their end-of-the-year awards meeting. Club president Geneva Taylor and members reviewed and evaluated the year's activities and goals.
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Who's New
      David and Chelsea Humphreys are proud to announce the birth of their son, Eli Pierce Humphreys. He is the couple's first child. Eli's mother is the former Chelsea Lynn Morgan of Kilgore. Born at 11:17 p.m. Monday, April 27, 2009, at Memorial Hermann Hospital in The Woodlands, he weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces and measured 22 inches in length.
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A Word Please
by June Casagrande
      A few weeks ago, I wrote in this space: "The key to avoiding the frighteningsounding problem known as the 'dangling participle' is to not be frightened." Soon after, I got this email from a reader named Barbara: "June, as a former English teacher, I noticed your split infinitive in your first paragraph. I'm sure it was just a simple error, but it is one that irritates me.
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SABINE HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION
     The Sabine High School Class of 2009 graduated last Saturday with a few tears and lots of smiles. (photos top left clockwise) Katy Strange moves her tassle after receiving her diploma, Megan Marie Goins delivers her Salutatory speech, Gavin Gee gave the invocation just prior to Ashley Middlebrooks leading in the Pledge of Allegiance. Also pictured is Stacy Bryce, SISD superintendent and Eddie Shawn, SHS principal. John and Barbara Kenna with their son, Jacob Kenna and their daughter Sarah. The class throws their hats at the end. One very happy graduate prior to the procesion. Jessica Woodruff, Validictorian with her bear she took to graduation
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