August 12, 2009 / Front Page

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Second Kilgore Women's Build completed

Habitat for Humanity brings smiles
Kilgore Habitat for Humanity has completed its second Women's Build home, which was dedicated on Sunday. The home at 813 Highland Dr. is a new start for Stephanie Cook and her young family. More...

KFD to "Fill The Boot" on Saturday for MDA

By BRENDA BROWN knhedit@kilgorenewsherald.com

Kilgore firefighters hope to "Fill The Boot" Saturday to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, but they are also taking part in a friendly competition with a neighboring fire department to win a free steak dinner. More...

Daily Digest

DAILY DIGEST

MONDAY COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS OF TYLER, a support group for families who have experienced the death of a child, will meet 6:30 p.m. Aug. 17 at 12872 Hwy. 155 #17, Tyler, TX . For more info visit www.TylerTCF.org or call 903- 258-2547. More...

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News

Sales tax holiday offers best savings ever

AUSTIN — Shoppers will save more than ever before during the annual sales tax holiday, which now includes more than two dozen school supply items in addition to clothing and backpacks. More...

MLMS GETTING READY

Even though summer is not yet officially over, Maude Laird Middle School is gearing up with camps for both football and volleyball.( above) Shyanna Kingig, eighth grader hits the ball with Haley Hinton in the background, also an eighth grader. More...

PETS OF THE WEEK

"Pretty Baby," is a cat with a lot to offer! She will fill your home with style and grace. She is quiet, eventempered, and gentle, but also playful and affectionate. "Blue," a male Staffordshire mix, is happygo lucky, friendly, and a gorgeous guy! More...

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Sports

Todd on the mound against Rangers last night.

Kilgore's own Jess Todd pitched in the eighth inning, just his third appearance for the Indians, and fourth-ever Major League Baseball appearance, his very first against the Rangers. More...

Pump Jacks' season ends

By MITCH LUCAS sports@kilgorenewsherald.com

The East Texas Pump Jacks ran into the hottest team in the Texas Collegiate League at the worst possible time. More...

THE JOURNEY BEGINS FOR THE BULLDOGS

Two-a-days began Monday at Kilgore High School. Above: defensive coordinator Mike Wood (center, in white) and Jody Sanders (far right) look on as defensive linemen square off. More...

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School news

Free lunch program at KISD and SISD

Free and reduced-price meals for public school students are available by contacting the district in which the student is enrolled. More...

KC awards 177 degrees, certificates to graduates in summer ceremony

Kilgore College awarded 177 degrees and certificates to graduates Aug. 6 during the college's annual summer graduation ceremony. Dr. Gerald Stanglin, KC's vice president of Instruction, served as the graduation speaker. More...

West Rusk Elementary School to hold open house

West Rusk Elementary students will have a chance to view their classrooms for the upcoming year and meet their teachers on Friday, Aug. 21. The open house will be from 5 to 6 p.m. Students are invited to bring their school supplies. More...

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Rotary instrumental in back-to-school shoe drive

By BRENDA BROWN knhedit@kilgorenewsherald.com

For several years, Rotarians have been instrumental in the Kilgore Community Crisis Center's back-to-school shoe drive and this year will be no different. More...

HEDCO passes resolution to help bring more KC classes to Henderson

The Henderson Economic Development Corporation (HEDCO) passed a resolution July 28 to offer assistance to Kilgore College for workforce training. KC President Dr. More...

KILGOROUND

BRENDA BROWN

Kilgore firefighters will be out "filling their boots" in the Wal- Mart parking lot on Saturday to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. More...

Advice & Entertainment

WHAT IF DEMOCRATS WIN STATEWIDE IN 2010

GUEST OPINION DAVE MCNEELY

The Republican primary dogfight between Gov. Rick Perry and principal challenger U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison is already on the national political front burner. More...

Daughter complains that dad only has eyes for girlfriend

DEAR ABBY JEANNE PHILLIPS

DEAR ABBY: I was 11 when my father left. I'm 16 now and it is still very difficult for my mom and me. Dad was involved in my life until he met his 28-year-old girlfriend. He's 54. More...

HOROSCOPE

FORECAST FOR THURSDAY,AUGUST 13, 2009
JACQUELINE BIGAR

ARIES (March 21-April 19) Dealing with finances and others' sensitivities takes poise and interest. Your energy remains high. As a result, you might be tempted to take on too much! A meeting could reveal even more options. More...

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Obituaries

Mrs. Evelyn Scrogum

Services for Evelyn Scrogum, 98, of Kilgore will be held Friday, August 14, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Rader Funeral Home of Kilgore with Reverend David Hampton officiating. More...

SHANE BARBER

Services for Raymond Shane Barber, 36, of Kilgore, Texas will be two p.m., Friday, August 14, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel at Rader Funeral Home of Kilgore, with Reverend Don Beebe officiating. More...

ANTON FORTSON

Funeral services for Anton Fortson, 90, of Kilgore, will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009, at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church with Bishop Robert Brown officiating. More...

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