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Top 2013 Stories

Eddie Jordan
Logging
in Spurger
Section C in this issue
...story pg. 5B in this issue.
Chance Button, Woodville middle school student, killed this 8 point
Dec. 19 in Tyler County.
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Three from Tyler County
arrested, charged with
Criminal Trespass
by Emily Waldrep
Emily Waldrep Photo
Two Tyler County Sheriff ’s deputies responded to a report of
suspicious persons in an abandoned residence on December 18 near
Warren. Witnesses stated they saw a white Chevrolet truck parked
on the side of the road near the residence and saw flashlights inside
the abandoned house.
Witnesses provided a license plate number from the suspicious
vehicle, but the vehicle left before deputies arrived on the scene.
After a short search, deputies found the vehicle fitting the description and made a traffic stop. According to law enforcement, the
driver, identified as Justin Ford, age 21, of Spurger, and the passenger, Stephanie Shoemaker, age 20, of Woodville, both lied and
stated they were riding around and had run out of gas. They also
stated that they were first cousins, but Shoemaker was sitting next
to Ford in the middle seat, which caused deputies to be suspicious.
There was also a third person involved, Ronnie Jenkins, age 19,
of Woodville, located on County Road 3455.
All parties were questioned separately but their stories did not
add up. Jenkins stated that he was related to someone who owned
the residence that they had broken into and entered.
Deputies contacted the relative in question, who stated she wanted
to press charges because she had not given anyone permission to
enter the house.
Jenkins, Ford and Shoemaker were all arrested and charged with
Criminal Trespass, and their vehicle was towed.
Harris’ Country Market severely damaged by tornado Hillister man arrested for
by Emily Waldrep
homes and violently tore off denly flew off the building.
had gone out,” said Linda Marijuana possession
the roof of Harris’ Country “I was at my house on the Harris, owner of Harris’
Tornadoes in Tyler County Market on Highway 92.
phone with one of the em- Country Market. “Right when
during a storm on December An employee was locking up ployees, telling them to lock she was locking the door she
21 caused damage to several the store when the roof sud- the door because the lights said, ‘Oh, my God, the roof
just blew off.’”
There were no other customers in the store, but there
was a truck driver in the back
of his truck in the parking lot.
No one was injured during the
tornado, but the store suffered
severe damage.
A story in the July 11 issue of the Booster Tolar family business enterprise.
“The roof was across the
brought readers up to date on the June 6 fire that West Magnolia Drive-in Grocery operated for street, and all the metal and
shut down a business that has been a landmark 41 years, until approximately 12:30 p.m. on June 2x4s were in the highway,”
in Tyler County since 1972.
6 when a grease fire broke out in the kitchen area Harris said. “It happened so
After the devastating fire that badly damaged the and quickly spread to the ceiling. During an initial fast. None of us were emomuch-loved Woodville convenience store, West attempt to extinguish the fire, the store was evacu- tional until we saw each other.
Magnolia Drive-In Grocery Chevron Station, ated and calls were made to the fire department. The main thing was making
more commonly known as “John Kenner’s” by “Among all the turmoil, the local Fire Depart- sure everyone was okay.”
locals, on June 6, 2013, the Kenners are picking ment responded within minutes and the firemen Harris was amazed at the
up the pieces and deciding their next move.
demonstrated great knowledge, cooperation, and support shown from the
Owners John and Sherry Kenner built the store dedication in protecting those involved,” said community, and wants to say
in 1972, making it one of Woodville’s first three Sherry Kenner, owner of West Magnolia Drive-in thank you to everyone who
convenience stores owned and operated by the Grocery and John Kenner’s wife.
has offered their help and
support.
“I want to especially thank
Jimmy Mercer of the Dam B
There were two big page one stories in the June simultaneously. One caller reported hearing VFD and his son in law Ma16 issue of the Booster, but a rare murder in the shots next door to her residence, and the second rio. They were both at the
county surely takes the “Top Story” spot. Reporter caller, identified as Peggy Dean, reported that store to help as soon as the
Emily Walrep’s story provided the details for our two people had been shot at her residence.
tornado tore off the roof,”
readers.
DPS Trooper Michael Priest arrived on scene Harris said. “ Thanks also
approximately nine minutes after the 9-1-1 go to Ray Simmons, Larry
A Warren man is dead after a shooting that calls were made and made contact with Peggy Rodgers and Marc Holcomb,
occurred on Thursday, May 9, near County Dean.
who were on the roof nailing
Road 1840 and FM 2827.
According to Tyler County Sheriff Bryan down tarps. I want to thank
At approximately 11 a.m the Tyler County Weatherford, Dean told police that her es- Jim Gunter; Gerald and
Sheriff ’s department received two 9-1-1 calls tranged husband, identified as Gary Dean, Debbie Sarver; Debra RichCont. On Pg. 4A ardson; Dacota Gore; Carole
Melstead; Rhonda Holcomb;
Carol Rogers; Pam and Chris
Willet; Ronny, Shelby, Jamie and Mason Harris; Paul
James; Terrance Scott; Ronnie
Andros; David Jordan; Stacy
Sharon Fuller has announced she will seek re-election as Tyler County Gore; Scott Yosko; Terri BiTreasurer.
ble; and David Summerling.”
A life long resident of Tyler County, she was educated in the Woodville Harris says she is extremely
schools and has numerous hours of instruction in County Government. thankful for the customers,
Fuller says, “It has been an honor and a pleasure to serve the people of friends, family members, and
Tyler County as their Treasurer, and also in various other capacities she even strangers, who called or
has been called on to fulfill. With my experience and qualifications, I feel stopped by to make sure evthat I can serve even better in the future. I have conducted the business eryone was okay.
of the Treasurer’s Office in a professional, efficient manner with the
The help received at the
highest personal integrity.
store is definitely a testa“I appreciate your vote and confidence in the past and ask that you ment of the kind people and
continue to support me.
close knit community in Tyler
“I look forward to seeing you all before the November 4th election.
County.
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Kenner’s West Magnolia Grocery burns
On December 13 a Tyler County Sheriff deputy was patrolling
south of Hillister on Highway 69 when he observed a truck without
any tail lights and attempted to stop the vehicle. The driver, identified as Darren Taylor Wise, age 49, of Hillister, took a long time to
pull over after the deputy had turned on his lights.
Once he pulled over and approached the vehicle, the deputy smelled
a strong scent marijuana in the vehicle and asked the driver to exit
the vehicle at that time. Wise stated that he did not smoke anything.
Cont. On Pg. 5A
Warren man dead after shooting
Sharon Fuller announces for
Tyler County Treasurer
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Index
Obituaries.............. 2A
Columnists............. 3A
Society.................... 4A
Jail Report.............. 5A
Sports.............6A&7A
Classifieds............... 1B
Real Estate.............2B
Church............ 6B&7B
Obituaries 2A
Lou Dell Collins
Livingston
Gladys Lemons
Woodville
Florence Williams
Woodville
Joesph Rogers
Woodville
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case that she also wanted donated to the Society. The
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Ed Sterling
Capital Highlights
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Heritage Village
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January 2, 2014
Obituaries
Serving: Alabama Coushatta, Chester, Colmesneil, Dam B, Doucette, Fred, Hillister, Ivanhoe, Spurger, Rockland, Village Mills, Warren, Wildwood, Woodville
Lou Dell Collins
Lou Dell Collins Freeman, 84,
of Livingston, Texas, formerly of
Warren, Texas, went to be with
her Lord and Savior on Friday,
December 20,
2013.
She was
a member of
F i r s t
Baptist
C h u rc h
in Warr e n ,
where
she loved
to worship, sing praises and fellowship with friends. She loved
cooking, entertaining and playing dominoes and cards with
family and friends. She also enjoyed traveling and was amazed
at how beautiful the United
States was. She was a graduate of Warren High School and
for many years was a member
of the Ex-Student Association
and the Warren Order of the
Eastern Star.
Lou Dell was born on April 17,
1929, to Gabe and Susie Williford Collins. She is survived
by her sister, Margie Collins
Harmon and husband Don; two
sons and four daughters and
their spouses: Dale and Tammy
Freeman, Doug and Joyce Freeman, Mary Lou and Anthony
Bruner, Carolyn and Jimmy
Perkins, Joy Campbell, and Kay
and Steve Champion; eighteen
beautiful grandchildren, whom
she cherished, and their spouses: Michael and Parish Bruner,
Marcie Bruner, Kristy and Billy
Wolcott, Dane and Ned Barrier, Jami Perkins, Tim and Kim
Freeman, LeAnn McNulty,
Janna and Jamie Royer, Paul
and Kristi Trahan, Kelly Johnson, Matt Johnson, Bryan and
Brandy Freeman, Chris Champion, Heather Champion and
Ben, Stefanie Champion, Ashley
and Tray Wilmoth, Shawn Freeman, and Victoria Freeman; and
twenty-three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death
by her parents, Gabe and Susie
Collins; husband, Artie Freeman; sister, Doris Jean Haddox;
and brother, Earl Collins.
Toward the end of her days,
she was taken care of by angels
named Debra, Felicia, Alvada,
Peggy and Anissa with the
Wright Sisters Sitting Services.
Family and friends gathered to
reminisce and remember special
times spent with Lou Dell, at the
First Baptist Church, Warren,
Texas, on Monday, December
23, 2013, at 10 a.m. with Brother
Troy Richardson, Brother Kenneth Cauthen and Brother
David Jones officiating. Grave-
POLITICAL
CALENDER
Tyler County
Commissioner, Pct. 2
Terry Riley
side services followed at Village
Mills Cemetery in Village Mills,
Texas. Pallbearers were Michael
Bruner, Tim Freeman, Bryan
Freeman, Shawn Freeman, Matt
Johnson and Chris Champion.
Gladys Lemons
Gladys D. Lemons, 93, of
Woodville, passed away Thursday, December 19, 2013, at The
Orchard in Woodville, Texas.
Funeral services were held
Monday, December 23, 2013,
at 1 p.m. at Stringer & Griffin Funeral Home Chapel in
Woodville with visitation also on
Monday at 11 a.m. until service
time. Burial was in Davis Cemetery near Colmesneil. Officiating
was Brother Tom Owen. Serving as pallbearers were Maxwell
Fowler, Daniel Fowler, Michael
Patrick, Matt Franks, Guy King
and Terry Coleman.
Gladys was born July 15, 1920,
to Charlie and Roxie Catherine
Dean Daniels in Mt. Carmel,
Texas. After high school she
worked and lived in the western United States. After retiring
from the banking business, she
moved back to this area in 1989. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Colmesneil.
She was preceded in death by
a son, Jimmy Floyd Brown; her
parents, Charlie Daniels and
Roxie Dean Daniels; brothers,
Purvis Daniels, Curtis Daniels,
Willie Daniels and S.P. Daniels;
sisters, Lucille McWilliams and
Ida Rae Vaughn; and her beloved
husband, Robert “Bob” Lemons.
She is survived by numerous
nieces, nephews and cousins.
Much gratitude to the angels at
The Orchard in Woodville and
to Lakes Area hospice for their
love and attention.
In lieu of flowers, donations
may be made to First Baptist
Church of Colmesneil or Lakes
Area Hospice.
Services were under the direction of Stringer & Griffin
Funeral Home of Woodville.
Florence Williams
Florence Marie Williams, 78,
of Colmesneil, Texas, passed
away December 17, 2013. She
was born January 12, 1935, in
Chicago, Ill., to Louis J. and
Marie Gutzeit Georgen. Florence was the account/office
manager at The Woodsman
newspaper in Woodville for
many years. She was a member
of Oak Grove Harvest Assembly
of God Church.
Left to cherish her memories
are her loving husband, Buren
P. Williams; daughters, Beth M.
McInnis and husband Arthur
of Woodville, Rebecca A. Skipper of Doucette and Barbara L.
Williams of Colmesneil; grandchildren, Dwayne McInnis and
wife Nikki, Will McInnis and
wife Heather, all of Fred; greatgrandchildren, Heather McInnis,
Colton Gage McInnis, Maddi-
son McInnis, Brittnee McInnis
and Caden McInnis.
Visitation was held at Riley Funeral Home Chapel on
Thursday, December 19 from
4-8 p.m. Funeral Services were
held at the funeral home on Friday, December 20, 2013, at 2
p.m. with Brother Scott Briggs
and Brother Arthur McInnis
officiating, followed by burial
at Allison Cemetery in Warren,
Texas. S er ving as pal lbearers
were Dwayne McInnis, Will
McInnis, Benjamin Shephard, Jathan Borel, Joshua Riley,
Michael Eaton, Zachary Fairchild, Patrick Harvey and James
Richard Harvey. Honorary pallbearers were John Yearwood and
Harold Rebbe. Services were
under the direction of Riley
Joesph Rogers
Joesph Raymond Rogers, 82,
of Woodville, Texas, passed awsay on December 17, 2013. He
was born to Joseph Marshall and
Calra
E v e
Kenemar
Rogers
on September
2 3 ,
1931, in
Burkevi l l e ,
Te x a s .
He was
dearly
loved and will be sorely missed.
Joe is survived by his loving
wife, Ruthie Rogers; sons, Joesph Raymond Rogers, Jr., James
Allen Rogers both of Lockhart,
Texas, and Wayne Warren Westbrook of Houston; daughters,
Cynthia Michelle Mullins of
Arizona and Lisa Gail Ogden of
Woodville; grandchildren, Lindsay Porto and husband Roosevelt,
James Rogers and wife Kate,
Shay Ogden, Kara Johnson, Jessy
Westbrook, Paige Ogden, Olivia Mullins, Collen Poer, Ashley
Mullins, Jordan Ogden, Nicholos Nuez and Jake Westbrook;
and great-grandchildren Layne
Ogden Rowinsky, Ian Olivera
Porto, Daniel Raymond Mccaa,
David Matthew Mccaa and Lyla
Michelle Porto.
A gathering of friends and
family began at 10 a.m. at Riley
Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, December 21, followed by
funeral services at 11 a.m. with
Brother Keith Bellamy officiating. Joe was laid to rest at Camp
Ground Cemetery in Woodville.
Pastor Jeanie Hunter
Pastor Jeanie Faye Hunter,
67, of Crestview, Fla., formerly
of Woodville, passed away on
December 27, 2013. She was
lovingly known as Sister Jeanie.
Jeanie was born in 1946 to Jessie “Cotton” and Faye Kirkland
who preceded her in death. She
Tyler County Criminal
District Attorney
Lou Ann Cloy
Justice of the Peace,
Pct 2
Greg Dawson
Justice of the Peace,
Pct 2
Royce Hill
County Treasurer
Sharon Fuller
is survived by her children Jeanice
Domec ( Jeff ) of Winnie, Texas,
and Robert Hunter (Kristy) of
Crestview, Fla.; grandchildren,
David Fells and Sierra Hunter;
and great-grandchildren, Natalie
Fells and Noah Fells.
Graveside services will be held
on Saturday, January 4, 2014, at
2 p.m. at Camp Ground Cemetery in Woodville, Texas, with
Brother Doug Shows officiating. Services are under the direction of Riley Funeral Home in
Woodville.
Charles Hale
Charles Seibert Hale, III, 75,
of Woodville, passed away Friday, December 27, 2013, at his
residence.
Graveside services were held
Monday, December 30, 2013, at
2 p.m. at Magnolia Cemetery in
Woodville.
Charles was born January 2,
1938, to Charles Seibert Hale,
Jr., and Ethel McNeil Hale in
Longview, Texas. He had lived
in Woodville for the past 27
years. He was a former resident
of Orange, where he was a retired
history teacher in Orange I.S.D.
He was preceded in death by
his wife of 33 years, Mary Hale
on September 11, 2013.
He is survived by his sons,
David McClintock and wife,
Barbara, of Conroe, and Sean
McClintock of Friendswood;
daughter, Jackie Butler and husband, Dean, of Santa Fe, Texas;
six grandchildren and ten greatgrandchildren.
Larry Sprouse
Larry Wesley Sprouse, 64, of
Warren, passed away Saturday,
December 28, 2013, in Lufkin,
Texas.
Tuesday, December 31, 2013,
at 2 p.m. at Stringer & Griffin
Fu n e r a l
Home
Chapel
in Woodville with
burial
in Fellowship
C e m etery in
Warren.
Officiating were Brother Troy
Richardson and Brother Jason
Glenn. Serving as pallbearers were Charlie Ellis, Edward
Harris, Buzz Gentry, Ray Powell,
Mack Frazier and Robert Powell.
Visitation was held on Monday
from 5 – 8 p.m. at the funeral
home.
Larry was born May 21, 1949,
to J.C. and Verdie Mae Miller
Sprouse in Jasper, Texas. He was
retired from Tyler County Road
and Bridge Department. Larry
was a U.S. Army Veteran. He
loved the outdoors, horses and
was an avid trader. He loved to
visit people.
his parents, J.C. and Verdie Mae
Miller Sprouse.
Larry is survived by his wife of
19 years, Donna Owens Sprouse
of Warren; son, Justin Jeffcoat
of Warren; sisters, Goldie Smith
and husband, Bob, of Port Lavaca and Sue Walker of Broaddus;
and numerous cousins.
Memorial contributions may
be made to the Humane Society.
Funeral Home in Woodville.
Jerry Parrish
Jerry Lee Parrish, 52, of
Colmesneil, passed away
Wednesday, December 25, 2013,
at his residence.
Memorial services were held
Saturday, December 28, 2013,
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at his residence with family and
friends.
Jerry was born July 28, 1961, to
T.C. and Patsy Chandler Parrish
in Lufkin, Texas. He was a lifelong resident of East Texas and
had been an equipment operator.
his sister, Tonya Gaspard.
He is survived by his wife
of 17 years, Kathy Parrish, of
Colmesneil; daughters, Lindsey
Ashworth, of DeQuincy, La.,
Summer Wade, of Colmesneil,
Nikki Singley and husband, Jarrod, of DeQuincy, La., and Jessica
Chenyworth and husband, Trey,
of Woodville; brothers, Ricky
Parrish, of Crystal Beach, and
Jamie Shirley, of DeQuincy, La.;
sister, Gloria Wood and husband,
James, of Colmesneil; and eight
grandchildren.
Cremation services were under
the direction of Stringer & Griffin Funeral Home of Woodville.
Judson Phillips
Judson Wendell Phillips, 88, of
Nederland, formerly of Warren,
passed away peacefully unto the
Lord on December 27, 2013.
Born in Montgomery, La., to
Ludlow and Mary Megison
Phillips, he lived in Nederland
for many
y e a r s
before
re t i r i n g
to Warren in
1991. He
and his
wife, Jo
Evelyn,
moved
back to
Nederland to be closer to family. A member of First Baptist
Church in Warren, Judson and
Jo Evelyn loved and served the
Lord with the many friends they
had in the church. He was a retired foreman in the electrical
department for Texaco, Inc., and
a World War II Army veteran.
Judson is survived by his loving
wife of 67 years, Jo Evelyn Phillips; daughters, Donna Sanders
of Nederland, Beverly Edmundson and husband, Jerry, of Sugar
Land; five grandchildren and
seven great-grandchildren; and
numerous other family members
and friends.
A funeral service was held
Monday, December 30, 2013,
at 10 a.m. at the Riley Funeral
Home Chapel with Brother
Troy Richardson and Brother
Ken Cauthen officiating. A
graveside service was held at 1
p.m. at the Memory Gardens
Cemetery in Nederland, Texas. Visitation was held Monday
morning starting at 9 a.m. at the
funeral home.
Services were held under the
direction of Riley Funeral Home
of Tyler County.
John Reynolds
John Howard Reynolds, 56, of
Woodville, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2013, at St.
Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont,
Texas.
Sunday, December 29, 2013,
at 2 p.m. at Stringer & Griffin Funeral Home Chapel with
burial in Magnolia Cemetery,
all in Woodville. Officiating
was Brother Robert Foxworth.
Serving as pallbearers were Cody
Reynolds, James Reynolds, Tom
Reynolds, Robert Reynolds, Sean
Reynolds and George Reynolds.
Honorary pallbearers were Jerry
L. Read, Johnny Reid, Kenny
Tubbs, Todd Fortenberry, Jerry
Anderson, Curtis Anderson and
Steve Fontenot.
Visitation was also held on
Sunday, December 29, 2013 from
1 p.m. until service time at 2 p.m.
John was born November 7,
1957, to George Alfred and
Martha Kohler Reynolds in
Groves, Texas. He was a lifelong
resident of Tyler County and was
a heavy equipment operator.
his parents, George and Martha
Reynolds; and brothers, George
Reynolds and Michael Reynolds.
He is survived by the mother of
his children and best friend, Julia
Pruett of Woodville; his sons and
daughters-in-law, Cody and Rachael Reynolds of Crescent, Okla.,
and James and Tammy Jean Reynolds of Warren; daughters, Amber
Reynolds of Sour Lake, and Rebecca Reynolds of Woodville;
brothers and sisters-in-law, Patrick
and Judy Reynolds of Shepherd,
Robert and Kandi Reynolds
of Kingwood, Tom and Ann
Reynolds of Bedias; sisters, Ann
Zernial of Lumberton, Elizabeth
and Gene Fontenot of Beaumont,
and Loretta and Chuck Mott of
Woodville; sister-in-law, Ann
Marie Reynolds of Clear Lake;
grandchildren, Colton, Morgan,
Jadyn, John, Sydney and Madi.
He is also survived by numerous
nieces, nephews and longtime
friends.
Services were under the direction of Stringer & Griffin Funeral
Home of Woodville.
Jimmy Osborne
Jimmy Russell Osborne, 67, of
Brookeland, passed away December 18, 2013, at his home.
Memorial graveside services are
scheduled for Saturday, January
4, 2014, at 11 a.m. at the Osborne
Famil y
Plot, 649
Windcrest Dr.,
San Augustine,
Texas.
Jimmy
was born
September 12,
1946,
in Port
Arthur, to Harold Kimmel and
Wanda Marie “Walker” Osborne.
They, as well as his sister, Jillian
Osborne Hill, have preceded him
in death.
Jimmy is survived by friend,
Sharon Osborne Conway of
Brookeland; friend, Jack Eugene
Smith of Brookeland; daughters, Donna Osborne Stone and
friend Hank McIntyre, of Vidor,
and Jimmie Osborne Valderez
and husband Paul of Livingston;
stepsons, Brian Keith Rainwater
and wife Anna, of Yelm, Wash.,
and Eric Rainwater and wife
Lisa, of Farmersville; brothers,
Johnny Osborne and wife Linda,
of Burkeville and Joe Osborne
and wife Linda, of San Augustine; several nieces and nephews;
grandchildren: Jonathan, Zack
and Hanna Stone; Joseph Carroll; Parker Gatlin; Alek, Emma
and Kaitlynn Rainwater; and
great-granddaughter, Emma
Taylor.
Jimmy was a retired plumber;
he loved hunting, fishing and his
family.
Services held under the direction of Riley Funeral Home of
Tyler County.
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Dewhurst orders health services studies
AUSTIN — Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst
on Dec. 20 delivered charges for the
Senate Committee on Health & Human Ser vices
to tackle before
the 2015 Texas Legislature
convenes.
Dewhurst,
who presides
over the SenCapitol Highlights
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panel of nine
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being done by
the state to enhance the health of Texas women. He
also called on the committee to assess
the effectiveness of programs designed
to improve mental health for all Texans.
The committee will monitor all stateprovided women’s health programs,
access to preventative services, efforts
to reduce unplanned pregnancies and
the maximizing of efficiencies, Dewhurst said.
Also, the lieutenant governor said,
the committee will monitor programs
designed to improve mental health
and substance abuse services, assess
their outcomes and address any gaps
in the system.
Perry takes various actions
Gov. Rick Perry on Dec. 20 renewed
for another month the current drought
disaster proclamation for 114 of Texas’
254 counties. Perry originally issued the
proclamation on July 5, 2011.
Meanwhile, also on Dec. 20, the federal government approved Perry’s Dec.
13 request for disaster assistance to three
central Texas counties — Travis, Hays
and Caldwell — for damages attributed
to severe flooding that occurred when
hard rains hit the region at the end of
October through mid-November.
In addition to the approval, the U.S.
Small Business Administration granted
Perry’s request for additional assistance
that will allow homeowners, renters and
businesses in 11 central Texas counties
to apply for long-term, low-interest
disaster loans, the governor’s office
reported.
In other news, on Dec. 19, the governor
posted notice of clemency he granted
to 12 individuals “after each case was
favorably recommended for clemency
by the Texas Board of Pardons and
Paroles.”
And, on Dec. 24, Gov. and Mrs. Perry
publicized their wishes for “a happy and
blessed Christmas to everyone in Texas,
and to Texans all around the world.”
More laws take effect
While most new laws are written to
take effect either as soon as the governor signs them or on Sept. 1, some 47
pieces of legislation passed by the Texas
Legislature were written to take effect
as new laws on Jan. 1, 2014.
Here are five of them:
- House Bill 294 by Rep. Eddie
Rodriguez, D-Austin, and sponsored
by Sen. Kirk Watson, D-Austin: An
exemption from ad valorem taxation of
certain property owned by a charitable
organization and used in providing
housing and related services to certain
homeless individuals.
- House Bill 1349 by Rep. Lyle Larson,
R-San Antonio, and sponsored by Sen.
Donna Campbell, R-New Braunfels:
Stipulating that the Department of
Public SafetyÂÂÂ is not required to
request, and an applicantÂÂÂ would
not be required to provide,ÂÂÂ the
applicant’sÂÂÂ social security number
as part of an application for a concealed
handgun license.
- House Bill 1772 by Rep. Chris
Turner, D-Arlington, and sponsored
by Sen. Wendy Davis, D-Fort Worth:
Requiring a utility customer to provide
written notice of disconnection to each
tenant or owner at a “nonsubmetered,
master metered multifamily property”
prior to disconnection of electric or
gas service.
- House Bill 1847 by Rep. Stefani
Carter, R-Dallas, and sponsored by Sen.
Joan Huffman, R-Houston: Requiring
prosecuting attorneys to complete one
hour of ethics training relating to a
Happy New Year From
Heritage Village Museum!
It’s Happy New Year time in Tyler
County! I’ve heard it changed to Hippy
New Year to acknowledge how much
we all have consumed since
the beginning
of the holidays.
One news outlet has even
said that the
Heritage Village average person
will gain seven
By
pounds during
Sandy
this time. So
Taylor
far, so good for
me, but it has
been a battle of wants and will power.
You may remember that Heritage
Village and the Pickett House will be
closed on New Year’s Eve and New
Year’s Day. We will reopen on the 2nd
of January, 2014. Now I’ve said it. A
whole year behind us and now we have
to get used to writing 2014 on things.
The next time you come to the Village,
we hope you will have time to view
the collection of American Heritage
dolls. The dolls and their cabinet were
donated to the Heritage Society from
the estate of Lola Turner. The collection completely fills the large display
case that she also wanted donated to
the Society. The dolls are lovely and
will cause every little girl and big girl
to go “ah”.
You have read before about how you
can assist the Heritage Society with its
mission. What Lola Turner did is one
example of how you can help. Another
way is by donating stock, with the Society receiving the dividends. Perhaps
you have the means to take out a paid up
life insurance policy with the Heritage
Society as the beneficiary or to make a
bequeath to the Society as part of your
will. Or maybe you are like most and
would be willing to make a year-end
donation for the support. However you
decide to help, please know that your
support of the Society and the work we
do at Heritage Village is very important
to us and very much appreciated.
The Board of Directors is planning
on the dedication of the Fiber Arts
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Building to coincide with the Festival
of the Arts weekend. That certainly
seems appropriate, since our quilters
will have their quilt display and this year
will also be able to use their own new
“digs” for display and demonstration.
We are also working on the annual
membership meeting to be held on the
last Monday in January; this year the
date is the 27th. I hope you will put this
date on your calendar and plan to join
us. We will be electing new officers and
board members and listening to a recap
of the progress made during 2013. A
wonderful program is planned. If you
are a member, you will be given the
opportunity to renew your membership and if you are not yet a member,
we hope you will consider joining Tyler
County Heritage Society and helping
us with our mission of preserving the
past for the future.
The long-range planning committee
will begin work soon after new officers
are elected and help make some decisions on future direction. If you have
some ideas about what we should be doing to fulfill our mission, please give us
a call at 283-2272. Your suggestion(s)
will be given to the committee.
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2014!
duty to disclose certain information
in a criminal case within 180 days
of assuming duties.ÂÂÂ Additional
related training thereafter would be
based upon rules promulgated by the
court of criminal appeals.
- Senate Bill 945 by Sen. Jane Nelson,
R-Lewisville, and sponsored by Rep.
Sarah Davis, R-Houston: Requiring
a health care provider in a hospital
to wear a photo identification badge
clearly stating the provider’s name,
department, and title.ÂÂÂ If applicable, the badge must also state the
provider’s status as a student, intern,
trainee or resident.
TxDOT chief moves to LCRA
Texas Department of Transportation
announced its executive director, Phil
Wilson, is leaving the agency to join
the Lower Colorado River Authority, a
public utility company founded in 1934
that serves all or part of 61 counties.
Wilson, who was appointed by the
governor to head TxDOT in October
2011, is to start as general manager and
chief executive officer of the LCRA
on Feb. 1.
Before joining TxDOT, Wilson was a
senior vice president of public affairs and
a corporate officer of Luminant, a large
power company based in Dallas. Before
that, Wilson served as Texas secretary
of state from July 2007 to July 2008.
Wanders With Joy
by Huntley Kenesson
This past summer I got to fulfill a dream I’ve had for many years—visit a
family ancestral home in England. The estate, Madresfield Court, is actually the home of my Doucette grandmother’s family, the Lygons. She and
my grandfather, who was with Long-Bell Lumber Co., my dad, and his three
sisters lived in Doucette until the mill closed in the 1940s. My grandmother,
who worked tirelessly to keep her far-flung family close-knit, was determined
that her children and grandchildren would see Madresfield and meet some
of their English cousins. When I announced my plans to my family, I was
surprised and thrilled that some of them wanted to go as well. So six of us
scraped together all the airline and rewards points we could muster. Joy barked
that the ten-hour plane ride would be way too boring for her and preferred to
stay in Austin with her canine cousins; so the rest of us would have to wander
joyfully without her.
Our first stop, of course, was London. After a not-so-joyful wander from
the airport through the subway “tubes”, we alighted at Victoria Station and
jumped on one of London’s famous double-decker buses for a bird’s-eye view
of the city. While in London we enjoyed touring the infamous Tower and
majestic Buckingham Palace, rode the amazing London Eye (some of us, twice),
cruised the River Thames, attended musical services at St. Paul’s Cathedral and
Westminster Abbey and a theatre musical, and wandered with wonder at the
Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and the other historic sites that London offers.
After our brief but packed stay in the capital city, we moved along to our
stated destination, Madresfield Court, located west of London in a spectacular
setting in the Malvern Hills. We were not prepared for the peaceful beauty of
the countryside. Predominantly agricultural, Malvern Hills is a favorite spot
for hikers, artists, and visitors interested in a relaxing, beautiful holiday. Like
other privately owned large estates, Madresfield Court is partially supported by
the government, in return for opening to the public for pre-scheduled historic
tours. Madresfield is unique among manorial homes in England, as it remains
in the same family that built it in the 1120s. It has never been bought or sold
since records began in England. The Lygon family who lives there now has
four young children who must enjoy romping through the surrounding forests
and hills. The estate has its own soccer field and chapel housing wonderful
paintings, stained glass, and metal work. The impressive library contains over
8,000 books. The earliest are Mass books written by monks before the invention
of printing. During World War II, the home was reserved for royal occupation
by King George VI and his family, should they have to flee London. There is
a list of all who were to have occupied the rooms.
After two days wandering through Madresfield and the Malvern Hills, we
decided, reluctantly, to move along. After a brief visit to Stratford-uponAvon, we ventured northward into Scotland. It was fun to drive along the
“bonnie, bonnie banks of Loch Lomond” I had heard my Aunt Zula McKee
wistfully sing about so often during my childhood. After my family’s return
home—back to work or school!—I stayed a little longer to railtour through
the beautiful emerald countryside of Ireland.
The whole trip indeed exceeded my expectations, and I feel so fortunate to
have had this opportunity. Returning to the lands of one’s family “roots” is
Cont. on Page 4A
Why newspapers are better at the 3Rs than other media
Those in my chosen profession —
newspaper journalism — may have
felt like the proverbial oft-beaten, redheaded stepchild
of late.
It seems almost
everyone, including some in our
field, especially
other media, politicians and the
By
I-hate-theWillis usual
truth lummoxes,
Webb love to ring the
death knell for our
medium.
Yes, we’ve even learned to put our
product on the Internet along with
the unverified, unreliable and often irresponsible missives any individual or
entity can post.
Newspapers still have rules, ethics,
collective consciences, specially-trained
employees and a history of seeking and
printing the facts and the TRUTH, as
best as it can be determined, and we do
it more completely and in more depth
than ANY other news medium.
We continue do so because — as one
of my favorite characters, Darrell Royal,
once said — “we’ll dance with who
brung us.”
And, them that brung us are the 3Rs
of newspaper journalism: responsibility,
reliability and readability.
As in any field of endeavor or business,
newspapers are not without those who
do not adhere strictly to those 3Rs, but
I can state with great confidence that
those types are a small minority.
Quite frankly, there are certain segments of the media, including some
newspapers (anything Rupert Murdoch
owns pops into my head first), which are
slanted to favor a particular line of thinking. But, the huge majority of newsprint
products work hard at following the 3Rs.
We make mistakes. Only one perfect
man has ever walked the earth, and He
will return some day.
However, I have often spoken to groups
on the rudiments of publishing and
editing newspapers, particularly those
papers now classified as “community.”
I always tell them that, yes, we make
mistakes, but they are there to haunt us
in black and white and, often, in more
recent times, “living color.”
Newspapers are quick to correct real
mistakes, when discovered.
As a weekly newspaper editor-publisher, I always felt my staff ’s dreaded
“the day after”…the paper came out.
Because I’d spent half the night before
with a red pen marking all of our mistakes — typos, grammar, misstatements,
and yes, sometimes errors of fact. The
message was unspoken in exact wording
but understood nonetheless: “Do this
too often and you may be encouraged
to find another line of work.”
Now, these statements aren’t about
what I did, per se, they are about what
I know from a full lifetime of involvement in this wonderful profession: The
vast majority of the people in newspaper
journalism love it as passionately as I do.
I am particularly knowledgeable about
community newspapers (read small
town) because that’s what I spent more
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than 50 years doing and, essentially, even
though I’m retired from the day-today business, I’m still happily involved
through this weekly offering.
While, I stand by these words for the
newspaper industry and profession in
general, I am particularly confident of the
adherence to these 3Rs by community
journalists.
I veered from my initial journalistic goal
of being “the world’s best sportswriter”
to “country editor and publisher” quite
happily. Economic necessity pushed
me into a job at my hometown weekly
newspaper and, afterward, I never really
wanted to do anything else.
Country newspapering is the most
responsible form of journalism, I firmly
believe, because those of us in it are in
touch with the people and institutions
about which we write about every day.
We meet in the grocery store, at the gas
station, at the bank and in our children’s
school activities.
If we make a mistake, we have to
look them in the eye and apologize or
explain and then FOLLOW UP with
an appropriate print response.
After all, it’s responsible. That makes
us reliable. And, what we print makes
us oh so readable.
It’s not just the best business, it’s the
most fun. I’ve had a heckuva ride and
look forward to cruising along with the
generation that’s coming along now.
Willis Webb is a retired community
newspaper editor-publisher of more
than 50 years experience. He can be
reached by email at wwebb1937@
att.net.
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Society
Dolly Julian
Margaret Stewart
Helen Robinson
Dolly Demple (Benton) Julian, 87, passed away on
December 18, 2013, in Lufkin,
T e x as. She
w a s
born in
Colmesneil on
October 15,
1926, to
Clarence
T. a n d
M a r y
McKee
Crosby. She was a member of
the Church of Jesus Christ
Of Latter Day Saints and a
loving mother, grandmother
and friend to who all knew
and loved her. Demple is survived by her
daughters, Mary Barker and
husband Jerr y, and Shelia
Knight and husband Grant,
all of Lufkin. She also leaves
behind five grandchildren and
ten great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held Sunday,
December 22, 2013 at 1 p.m.
at Riley Funeral Home followed by funeral services at
2 p.m. with her nephew, Tim
Durr, presiding. She was laid
to rest at Fairview Cemetery
in Town Bluff. Ser vices were under the
direction of Riley Funeral
Home of Woodville.
Margaret Jo Moye Stewart,
80, of Spring, Texas, formerly of
Warren, passed away peacefully
on December 22, 2013.
Born December 9, 1933, in
Warren, Texas, to Andrew and
Leland Gant Moye, she lived
in Spring for many years. She
was a retired sales person for a
bridal store. She was a loving wife,
mother, grandmother and friend
to all who knew and loved her.
She is survived by her loving
daughters, Bennie Stewart and
Beverly Berger and husband, Lee;
grandchildren,Whitney Morrow
and husband Alex, Edgar B.
Berger, Elissa Berger, Charlotte
Berger, Clay Nedbal and Maria
Berger; and many other family
members and friends.
A funeral service was held
Friday, December 27, 2013, at
11 a.m. at the St. Ignatius Loyola
Catholic Church in Spring,
Texas, with Rev. Martial Oya
officiating under the direction of
Klein Funeral Home in Spring.
Visitation was held Thursday
evening with a rosary at 7 p.m.
Thursday evening with Deacon
Joe Wright presiding. A graveside service was held at 3 p.m.
Friday afternoon at the Fellowship Cemetery in Warren, Texas,
Funeral Home of Tyler County.
Local arrangements were held
Funeral Home of Tyler County.
Helen Marie Robinson, 60, of
Colmesneil passed away December
27, 2013, in Beaumont, Texas. Services were held Tuesday, December
31, 2013,
at 2 p.m.
at Riley
Funeral
Home
Chapel.
Brother
M i k e
Hancock
officiated, and
interment followed at Town Bluff
Cemetery.
Helen was born February 7,1953,
in Conroe, Texas. She was a fun
loving person who loved her family with all her heart. She will be
greatly missed.
She is survived by two sisters,Ann
Williams and her husband Harry of
Cleveland, Texas, and Faye LaNell
Alvarade and her husband Jesse of
Conroe;two brothers Bobby Fussell
and wife Carol of Woodville, and
Lonnie Fussell and wife Chris of
Jasper; a sister-in-law, Lola Fussell
of Colmesneil; and her loving dog,
Patches, and cat, Gracey.
Helen was preceded in death by
her parents, Burley Warren and
Lolla Faye “Adams” Fussell and
Alford and Buelah Robinson, and
a brother, Burley Joe Fussell
Services were under the direction
of Riley Funeral Home.
Wanders With Joy
...from pg. 3A
thermore, I know that somewhere my Doucette
Grandmother Kenesson has a big smile on her
face and is pleased that another grandson, three
great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren got a glimpse of Madresfield Court and
her family heritage.
Until next time. . . . joyful wanders to all.
Transportation Commission
project to include Tyler County
Texas Transportation Commission, at its December 19 meeting,
approved $8.1 million for seal
coat projects on roads throughout
the Beaumont District, which
includes Tyler County. Clark
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Obituaries
an indescribable experience. Throughout England
I saw men that reminded me so much in looks and
actions of my Grandfather Kenesson. In Scotland
I encountered Uncle Hollis McKee over and over,
and in Ireland I viewed many resemblances to the
Best family and gleaned a better appreciation for
their agrarian heritage and musical talents. Fur-
•
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awarded the project that spans
eight counties.
“Every year, seal coat projects
are completed throughout our
district,” said Tucker Ferguson,
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•
had broken into her home
with a sledgehammer by
breaking the glass on the
patio doors and shot her
boyfriend, Billy Stanford,
i n t h e s h o u l d e r. Pe g g y
Dean then retrieved a gun
from her home and shot her
estranged husband, Gar y
Dean, four times. Gary
Dean was pronounced dead
at the scene.
The May 16 issue of the
Booster featured another top
story for 2013, the hiring of
nine law enforcement officers by
the Alabama-Coushatta Tribal
Council. It was a long time coming and a great accomplishment.
One year after the AlabamaCoushatta Tribal Council
hired their first police chief,
they swore in nine fully certified Texas law enforcement
officers who will make up
their police department, and
invited the community in to
tour their new police department Saturday.
The Alabama-Coushatta
Tribal Police Department began operations Jan. 1, but they
have just finished the move
into their new offices that were
expanded behind the original
Tribal Security building.
At the ceremony Chief Antonio Ford thanked his staff and
others in the community who
helped get the new department
going.
“We’re started and we’re going to grow to different heights
and other levels. I would like
to thank all the people, the
tribal council and the community that has supported
this endeavor,” Ford said. “It’s
an honor for me, again, to be
standing here, to have this opportunity and to believe in me
as an individual and to bring
this police department into
existence.”
Alabama-Coushatta Tribal Council
swears in nine law enforcement officers
Alabama-Coushatta Principal Chief
Oscola Clayton Sylestine death mourned
The February 7 Booster ran the story about the death of Alabama-Coushatta Principal Chief Oscola
Clayton Sylestine. On a positive note, the tribe will inaugurate a new Principal and Second Chief
Wednesday, January 1, 2014.
Livingston, Texas - Chief
Oscola Clayton Sylestine, the
principal chief of the Alabama
Coushatta Indian Tribe of
Texas, succumbed to illness
and passed away on Thursday,
January 31. He will lie in state
at the Alabama-Coushatta
Indian Reservation, located 17
miles east of Livingston, when
all arrangements have been
completed. He was 80 years old.
He was elected in 1992 and
installed in a colorful traditional ceremony as the lifetime
chief on January 1, 1993. He
was a third generation descendant of Alabama Sub-Chief
Colabe. He is survived by his
wife, Ethelyn, two sons and
two daughters, with numerous
grandchildren.
Huge crowd in Woodville
to support AI Top 3 Finalist
Kree Harrison
district engineer for the Beaumont district of TxDOT. “These
seal coat projects are a critical tool
in our preventative maintenance
program. They not only provide a
smoother riding surface, but also
extend the life of the pavement.”
Highway 287 between Woodville and Chester is currently one
road in Tyler County that will
be seal coated in March and ad“Kree Kraziness” had been weeks, and when she became an
ditional Tyler County roads will building in Tyler County for American Idol Top 3 Finalist,
be added to the list.
the Kraziness broke out into
and avalanche of support for our
home town favorite! The Booster
covered the events every step of
the way.
Wishing you and your family a very
Happy New Year!
Phil Robertson,
I thank you for
being a Christian
and a man!
David Clark
Woodville and Tyler County
residents came together Saturday
in huge numbers to show their
support for American Idol Top
3 Finalist Kree Harrison. Each
season, the top three finalists
get to visit their hometowns for
a whirlwind day starting with
St. Paul’s Episcopal School
Presents...A Night at the
Sock Hop!
January 11, 2014
8 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Woodville Lion’s Den
Tickets: $20 each
Hotdogs, Coke Floats,
Dancing, Auction
Prizes and Surprises
Dress your 50’s Best to Impress
He served the Tribe in leadership for most of his adult life
as an elected member of the
Tribal Council serving as its
Chairman before becoming
Chief. He was also very active as an Elder in the Indian
Presbyterian Church. After a
17-year career with Champion
International Paper, he retired
in 1998.
Allan Shivers Library and Museum
302 N. Charlton St. • Woodville, TX
409-283-3709 • Fax 409-283-5258
Director Rosemary Mosey-Bunch
Allan Shivers Library and Museum would like to wish
everyone a Happy New Year for 2014!
Start the new year of firght with a trip to your library
to see our new Audio CD collection an dour New
York Times Bestsellers. Browse your favorite authors
and make some time to relax and enjoy a good book.
If you are not a member please come see us and apply for a library card. We have public access computers, WI-FI, and a willing staff here to help you with
any of your literary needs.
Have a great week fro the staff at Allan Shivers
Library and Museum.
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a press conference, moving to
a parade and ending the day
with a performance. And, just
for Kree, there was an event at
the Rodeo Arena featuring some
exciting Mutton Bustin’ and an
opportunity for local folks to
meet Kree. It was an exciting
day for everyone who follows
AI, and for Kree Harrison.
“This past weekend we had an
opportunity to show the rest of
the world how wonderful our life
in Southeast Texas is,”Woodville
Mayor Ben Bythewood said.
“I am so proud of the way the
City of Woodville,Tyler County
and all of Southeast Texas came
together to show support for our
hometown girl, Kree Harrison.
“Kree is a special person to us
for many reasons. It is not just
her tremendous talent, but her
spirit and determination in the
midst of trials and tragedy that
exemplify the qualities that we
want to instill in all of our children. She has represented us
well nationally and worldwide.
It was the City’s pleasure to see
that she gets the recognition she
has long deserved for the person
that she is and the talent that she
has.
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Dogwood Trails Manor
would like to give a special
Thank You to Bealls and
Wal-Mart of Woodville
for their thoughtfulness in
making each one of our
residents feel special during
this holiday season with
their generous gifts.
Thank you so very much,
Dogwood Trails Manor
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From December 20 to December 30, 2013
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Colmesneil graduate dies in Thursday
motorcycle accident
•Jarvis Dadrien Barlow, 22, Woodville, theft of property, theft Class
C
•Ladonna Michelle Barlow, 39, Woodville, public intoxication
•Sean Barlow, 37, Woodville, possession of a controlled substance
•Layne Brunson Blair, 24, Woodville, burglary of habitation
•Lonnie Crew, Jr., 26, Houston, failure to wear seat belt, disorderly
Tyler County had its share of tragedy in 2013, and after the accident and was placed in ICU, but
conduct
this story about Trevor Marshall’s death saddened died early Friday morning.
•John Thomas Crosby, 39, Woodville, driving while intoxicated with
the community.
Trevor Marshall worked at Lockheed Martin
child under 15
in Lufkin, Texas, and Parker Lumber in Wood•Carollyn Dobbins, 26, Colmesneil, Jefferson County warrant: theft
by Emily Waldrep
ville. He graduated with the Class of 2010 from
Class B
Colmesneil.
•Montana Nichole Emerson, 19, Woodville, assault Class C
Trevor Marshall, a 21-year-old Colmesneil Trevor’s friends and family are flooding his
•Jason Robert Ferguson, 28, Colmesneil, violation of bond / protecgraduate, died early on Friday, June 12, after Facebook page with memories of Trevor and
tive order
sustaining injuries in a motorcycle accident on prayers for his family.
•Daren Wayne Fowler, 23, Fred, driving while intoxicated
Thursday night.
“It breaks my heart to lose such a great friend,”
•Douglas Ray Gore, 33, Woodville, motion to revoke probation:
According to reports, Marshall was taken by said Zuri Hernandez. “Thank you for the memoassault family / household member impeding breath
helicopter to Hermann Memorial in Houston ries. Thank you for the laughs.”
•Francisco Guerrero, 33, Humble, driving while license invalid
•John Timothy Hargis, 20, Colmesneil, theft of property
•David Wayne Jones, 55, Woodville, public intoxication
•Ashley Larsen, 38, Bullard, failure to identify fugitive with intent
to give false information, possession of a controlled substance
•Lewis Ester Price, 59, Hillister; resisting arrest, search or transport, The August 15 Booster featured this story about three local teens who
possession of drug paraphernalia
were involved in really bad UTV accident. Hopefully, folks who read
•William Edward Spencer, 38, Jasper, failure to appear: driving the story used a little more caution after reading it.
while intoxicated, driving while license invalid Class C
•David Michael Thompson, 43, Poplar Bluff, Mo., disorderly conduct
•Jonathan Dave Williams, 24, Fred; resisting arrest, search or by Emily Waldrep
transport
Wednesday, August 7, at approximately 4:30 p.m., three teenage girls in Fred were involved in a major ATV/UTV rollover
accident that sent all three girls to the hospital.
Sierra Williams, age 13, of Spurger; Caitlyn Moore, age 14,
of Spurger; and Madlynn Davis, age 14, of Fred were drifting
a curve in a Polaris Ranger Crew side-by-side when they lost
control and flipped the vehicle. None of the girls were wearing
The girls now want to warn others that ATV/UTV safety
The deputy searched Wise’s vehicle and did not find anything, but seat belts or helmets at the time of the accident.
is serious.
Moore suffered from major road rash and muscle injuries,
continued to question Wise about the smell in his vehicle.
“We want to tell other locals to not get too comfortable in
A second deputy arrived, and Wise admitted after questioning that Williams broke a finger, fractured her hand and received major what you are traveling in and don’t ever think it couldn’t haphe had hidden marijuana on his person and the reason he had taken abrasions to her palms, and Davis suffered from bone exposure pen to you,” Williams said. “Always respect ATVs and UTVs.
a long time to pull over was because he was hiding the marijuana. and torn ligaments. Davis was taken by helicopter to UTMB We learned that no matter how experienced you think you are,
Galveston, and Williams was transported to St. Elizabeth in accidents do and will happen to anyone at any time.”
Wise was arrested for Possession of Marijuana, 5 grams.
Beaumont by ambulance. Moore was also taken to St. Elizabeth
Williams also says that she and her friends are thankful they
hospital by her parents.
are from such a tight knit community.
All three girls are expected to recover from their injuries,
“We would all like to thank everyone that was on scene durAngelina College Holding Spring 2014 but
Davis is still being held UTMB Galveston. Williams was ing the ambulance wait that helped keep us calm,” she said.
Registration at Woodville High School released from the hospital on August 10, three days after the “Most of all we want to thank God that we are still here today
accident. Both Davis and Williams went through surgery to to share our story and testimony; if wasn’t for him we wouldn’t
Angelina College will hold its Spring 2014 off-campus registration ses- help recovery.
be here, but he is giving us all a second chance.”
sions on Thursday, January 9, at Woodville High School. Registration will
“We all handled it pretty well and kept calm, but we were all
For more information on ATV and UTV safety, always read
run from 4-6 p.m. Classes begin January 21, 2014.
worried about each other and not ourselves,” Williams said. the warnings posted on your vehicle or go to www.atvsafety.
Students will find a full list of courses available by logging on to www.ange- “We were just driving way too fast.”
org for help registering for an ATV/UTV safety class.
lina.edu and clicking on the “Spring Class Schedule”link on the front page.
For information on registering at AC, call 936-633-5212 or visit the web
site at www.angelina.edu. Three area teens injured in UTV Rollover
Hillister man arrested for
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on Saturday, September 7, after hunters in the area discovered
the plants.
According to Phil Ryan of the Tyler County Sheriff ’s Department, dispatch received a call about 3 p.m. from hunters stating
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The plants were planted throughout small pine trees and had
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sophisticated camp that the operators were staying at, but they
were gone when deputies arrived.
“We sat up on the field for several hours and, when no one
returned, we went back in and pulled up the entire crop, which
consisted of 2,096 plants,” Ryan said.
Deputies have evidence in the case, but no arrests have been
made. If you have any information about the marijuana plants,
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Steve Havis, VP
Sheryl Barnes, S/T
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Wade Read
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Woodville Eagles drop to Kelly in a tight match
By: Jason Drake
The Woodville Eagles were
hoping to regain momentum
after dropping its first two
district games against Kountze and Newton. The Eagles
played two games on Thursday
in the opening round of the
Woodville Eagles Christmas
Classic. Woodville blew out
the Hull-Daisetta Bobcats 7347. Woodville exploded in the
second quarter after leading by
just one after the first period.
The Eagles scored 30 while
holding the Bobcats to just six.
Woodville would cruise the rest
of the way. Ivan Lockhart led the
Eagles with 11 point, followed
by Reggie Williams and Ashton
Lockhart with 10 apiece.
The second game had Woodville facing Goodrich. The
Hornets were unable to attend
the tournament which matched
the Eagles up against Beaumont
Kelly. Woodville won the opening tip but was unable to convert
on its first possession. Both
teams went scoreless until Kelly
hit a three pointer with 6:35 left
in the first quarter. The Bulldogs
would increase its lead to five
before Williams hit a bucket
on the assists by Tyler Conner.
Kelly would go on a 11-2 run
before Stephen Thomas hit a
short jump shot to narrow the
lead to 16-6. Both teams scored
three more each to end the first
quarter 19-9.
Kelly opened the second quarter
with a free throw. Woodville
would go on a mini 5-0 run
capped off by Ashton Lockhart’s
three pointer with 6:37 left until
halftime. Both teams traded
baskets before the Bulldogs went
on a 5-0 run making the score
29-18 with 4:20 seconds on the
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clock. Kris Traylor ended the
dry spell hitting a three pointer
cutting the lead to 29-21. Ivan
Lockhart was able to return an
offensive rebound in with five
seconds before half to narrow
the lead to six. Kelly would hit
a three pointer at the buzzer to
take a nine point halftime lead.
The third quarter started with
both teams battling back and
forth with no one making a run.
The Bulldogs led 47-34 with 2:11
left in the third quarter. Marqui
Jackson and Jamal Horn scored
the final seven points of the
quarter narrowing the margin
to 47-41 entering the fourth
quarter.
Kelly got the ball first in the final
period and was held scoreless by
the Eagle defense. Both teams
went scoreless the first two minutes of the fourth quarter. Kelly
would then go on a 5-1 stretch
before Horn put in an offensive
rebound to cut the lead to 52-44
with 4:39 left on the clock. Kelly
called timeout but was unable to
score. The Eagles found Traylor
in the corner for a three pointer
and Horn’s layup narrowed the
lead to 54-49 forcing another
timeout by the Bulldogs. The
Eagles kept its composure forcing a turnover. Ashton Lockhart
was fouled going up for a shot.
Lockhart connected on both free
throws making the score 54-51
with 1:49 left in the game. This
would be as close as the Eagles
would get. Woodville was forced
to foul and Kelly hit its free
throws winning 59-51.
Horn led all scorers with 11
points. Ivan Lockhart and
Thomas added nine and eight
respectively.
Email:
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Jason Drake photo
That’s what we call experience.
Marqui Jackson shoots a free throw in the third quarter versus Beaumont Kelly.
Lady Warriors compete in
Woodville Tournament
By: Katie McCluskey
On Thursday, Friday, and
Saturday, December 26-28, the
varsity Lady Warriors competed in a Woodville tournament.
On Thursday, December 26, the
Lady Warriors participated in
three pool games to determine
their position in the tournament bracket. The first game
the Lady Warriors played
against the Shepherd Lady
Pirates. The Lady Warriors
worked hard and it paid off
as Warren won 40-34. For the
second game Warren played the
Groveton Lady Indians. The
Lady Warriors demonstrated
excellence again as they dominated the Lady Indians 39-19.
The third and final game of the
day for the Lady Warriors was
fought against the Goodrich
Lady Hornets. Although the
Lady Warriors fought hard,
they were unable to defeat the
Lady Hornets and fell short 5141. On Friday, December 27,
Warren competed in their first
game, in the now determined
bracket, against the Palestine
Lady W ildcats. The Lady
Warriors tried their best but
were not able to keep the Lady
Wildcats from scoring. Warren
lost the game 37-11. On Saturday, December 28, the Lady
Warriors fought the Deweyville
Lady Pirates in their last game
in the tournament. The Lady
Warriors played an intense and
close game showing just how
competitive Warren is. The
Lady Warriors played a great
game, but fell short by just one
point 32-31.
On Friday, January 3, both the
JV and varsity Lady Warriors
and Warriors will host a district
game versus Newton. This will
be the Warriors first home
district game of the season. On
Tuesday, January 7, both the JV
and varsity Lady Warriors and
Warriors will travel to Hemphill for another district game.
On Thursday, January 9, the
junior high seventh and eighth
grade Warrior basketball teams
will take on Kountze at home.
The junior high seventh and
eighth grade Lady Warrior
basketball teams will also play
Kountze, but the game will take
place at Kountze. On January
10, the eighth grade Warriors
will participate in an All Saints
basketball tournament.
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Lady Pirates had a slow start in
the tournament, it was great
experience to keep them on
their feet for the district season
starting back up.
In the first match of the
tournament, Spurger played
the Lady Kirbyville Wildcats.
With a slow start for the Lady
Pirates, the first quarter ended
in a harsh, 11-0 score. During
the second quarter, E.Shumake
knocked down a three pointer
after an assist from Wood. After ending the first half down,
23-3, the Spurger girls were
ready to put some points on
the board. After an attempted
3-pointer by E. Shumake,
McLeod grabbed an offensive
rebound and put it back up
for two points. Although Kirbyville was slipping away from
them on the score, Spurger
kept fighting. McLeod was a
fine example of the girl’s hard
work when she forced turnovers for the Lady Wildcats. J.
Shumake fought for a defensive
rebound to get the possession
back for Spurger. With a tip
out of bounds from Kirbyville,
McLeod got an inbound to J.
Shumake who knocked down
a long range, two pointer. The
efforts weren’t quite enough for
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the Lady Pirates, but they never
gave up. Wood drew a hard
foul knocking down one of
two free throws, and McLeod
received another rebound to
put up another two points.
The game ended with a brutal
score of 60-10. The girls took
the game as practice for their
upcoming district game.
On January 3 the junior varsity boys and varsity boys will
be playing in Sabine Pass at 3
p.m. The varsity girls will join
them on January 7, in a district
game when all three teams play
in High Island at 4:30 p.m.
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Sports
Colmesneil sweeps
Pineywoods
By: Michael Patrick
Boys Junior Varsity Basketball
On Friday, the junior varsity
boys opened up action against
Pineywoods Academy. As in
their previous games against
Pineywoods, this year it was a
game that would not be decided
until the end. The JV Bulldogs
opened up strong outscoring
Pineywoods 6-0 in the first
quarter. They continued their
strong play going into halftime
with a 12-4 lead. Jake Pattillo led
the way with a strong first half,
by scoring 10 of the Bulldogs 12
points. However, Pineywoods
came out in the third quarter
and chipped away at the Bulldog
lead and only trailed 21-16. The
fourth quarter was a nail biter
as Pineywoods clawed back into
the game. But, with some timely
baskets by Hunter Vaughn and
Cameron Burns, the JV Bulldogs
pulled out the win 25-24. The JV
Bulldogs were led by Pattillo’s
14 points, also chipping in were
Randahl Patrick with six, Blaine
Turner with one, Vaughn with
two, and Burns with two.
Girls Varsity Basketball
The Lady Dogs game versus
Pineywoods followed the JV
Bulldogs game. The Lady Dogs
came out strong and aggressive
against Pineywoods as they
looked to go into Christmas
break on a strong note. The Lady
Dogs jumped out to a 15-2 lead at
the end of the first quarter. During the second quarter the Lady
Dogs continued their onslaught
as they opened up a comfortable
33-9 lead. The second half went
much like the first half as the
Lady Dogs slowed the game
down and worked hard on their
half-court offense. At the end of
the third quarter the Lady Dogs
were up 43-14. The Lady Dogs
were in cruise control during the
fourth quarter and focused on
aspects of their defense. As the
final buzzer went off the Lady
Dogs were victorious 49-24. The
Lady Dogs were led by Taylor
Barker with 21 points, Treasure Jackson with 14, Bayleigh
Thedford added two, Haleigh
Belt had two, Merrick Graham
chipped in one, Megan Allen had
five, and Krista Harris had four
to complete the scoring for the
Lady Dogs. Jackson made three
three-pointers during the game,
tying her season and career high.
“This was a good solid win for the
girls. We were able to get a lot of
players some valuable court time
and we were able to work on stuff
both offensively and defensively
as we get ready for district play,”
Coach Patrick Sluga said.
Boys Varsity Basketball
After the girls game, the varsity
Bulldogs took the court for the
third and final game of the day
versus Pineywoods. The game
was a close contest throughout
the first half.The Bulldogs took a
slim 17-14 lead at the end of the
first quarter. The two teams kept
battling throughout the second
quarter as Colmesneil increased
its lead to five going into the
break 30-25. During halftime the
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Bulldogs made some key adjustments on both ends of the floor
and came out and on a mission
in the second half to show who
the stronger team was. During
the third quarter the Bulldogs
began to show their supremacy
opening up a commanding 22
point lead, 51-29. The domination continued throughout the
fourth quarter as the Bulldogs
outscored their opponent 20-6
in the final frame. When the
smoke had settled the Bulldogs Colmesneil Yearbook Staff photo
had blitzed Pineywoods 41-10
in the second half. The Bulldogs Chris Carr playing lock down defense on Pineywoods top player.
took a convincing 71-35 victory
going into the Christmas break.
The Bulldogs were led by Tyler
Walker with 21 points and 13
rebounds, Matt Bailey chipped
in seven points and five steals,
Chris Carr had three points,
Kolton Bass had five points, Cole
Lowery had seven points and 10
rebounds, Hayden Langston had
nine points, Jermany Wooten had
two points, Taylor Walker had
eight points, and Dylan Falson
finished the scoring off with nine
points.“The kids played real hard
on defense, they ran the offense
well and we got the win,” Coach
Stephens said.
Jr. High Basketball
The junior high girls and boys
will be back in action on Thursday,
January 9 as the teams travel to
Sabine Pass to take on the Sharks
and Lady Sharks.
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Colmesneil Yearbook Staff photo
Krista Harris shoots a jumper for two of her four points on the night versus Pineywoods.
Chester Lady Jackets take Burkeville Lady Mustangs
By: Wendy Whitworth
The Chester Lady Jackets
remain undefeated in district
play with a 38-11 win over the
Burkeville Lady Mustangs. In a
very physical contest, the Lady
Jackets were able to rally together
to easily shut the Lady Mustangs
out. The Lady Jackets were all
over the ball with rebounds,
steals and assists. The Lady
Mustangs physical aggression
was no match for the Lady Jackets’ speed and agility. The Lady
Jackets were able to capitalize on
the Lady Mustangs mistakes to
dominate the game. The Lady
Jackets were led by Jaci Davis and
Tyra Adair who each scored nine
points. Timber Wright added in
eight points and Destiny Kuehn
added six points. Kyrstin Jobe
had four points and Maddie
Read chipped in two to round
out the Lady Jackets scoring.
“I was very pleased with the
Lady Jackets effort. We got
out early on Burkeville in large
point because of our speed.
When Burkeville realized they
could not handle our speed,
they made the game into a
very physical contest. Our girls
stepped up and showed that we
could handle their physicality
and still keep our heads about
us. We didn’t allow them to
take us out of our game plan
and I think the final score shows
how disciplined our girls are
becoming,” said Coach Hall.
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THE WOODVILLE GROUP
of Alcoholics Anonymous Meets:
101 Pine St. (corner of 69 & 287)
on Tues. 6:30 p.m. & Fri. 8 p.m.
For Help Call (409) 454-4053
or (409) 200-5213. (1-tfn-nc)
AL-ANON: Family Groups is an
Anonymous Fellowship of Relatives and Friends of Alcoholics.
There are Many Al-Anon and
Ala-Teen Meetings Throughout
the Southeast Texas Area. If
You are Affected By a Drinking
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WOODVILLE ROOFING And Want Further Information,
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Real Estate
•
Begin the new year in a new home
After flatlining during the
economic downturn that began
around 2008, housing markets
in many regions of the United
States and Canada have shown
signs of recovery. Those in the
market to buy and sell may find
this year presents an ideal opportunity to do just that.
According to the real estate
(409) 698-3170
listing Web site Zillow, home
values rose 5.1 percent across
the United States between February 2012 and February 2013.
The latest forecasts from Canada
of Southeast Texas
(409) 860-3170 (Beaumont)
(409) 755-3170 (Lumberton)
904 W. Bluff, Woodville
Featured Property
of the Week
Waterfront paradise on quiet
Lake Sam Rayburn Cove
$785,000
WARREN ACREAGE: 7+cleared acres on Byrd Road, Warren.........................................................................................................$30,000
255 CR 3249, Colmesneil: Country home on 5 acres of rolling hills and trees - 5 bedrooms.........................................................................$199,000
55 ACRES IN KIRBYVILLE: 55 acres that run parallel with the tracks. Approx 600x2800 on Raybo Drive......................................$82,500
WOODVILLE COMMERCIAL: 19,000sf across from Walmart on Hwy 69, new roof, repaved parking, fully sprinkled..............................$1,750,000
704 KELLEY BLVD., Woodville: Brick, 3BD, on dead-end road, covered patio, lg fenced yard, quiet area.............................REDUCED $82,500
240 LANCELOT Woodville: Spacious 2/2/1 home with wood burning fireplace and sun room. Five lakes to enjoy! 2 lots................................$58,500
435 23RD STREET, Woodville: Lake front 3/2/2 with fabulous views, workshop, water well, fruit trees, wood burning stove.....................$188,500
365 CR 4270, Woodville: Beautifully designed 3/2/2 on 4 acres. Park-like setting in lakeside community..........................$193,500
HWY 69 WOODVILLE:, 3/2/2 Impressive home with country porches, pool, stocked pond and more on 36 acres.................................................................$450,000
262 CR 760, BUNA: Brick & vinyl, 4/2/2-carport, tile, beautiful corner brick fireplace, bay window, cov’d patio.................................................REDUCED $127,000
266 PR 8264, WOODVILLE: Recent updates throughout! Lg brick 4/2 on 1 acre. Beautiful property with fruit trees & barn.....................................$145,000
1910 PINE, WOODVILLE: Spacious 4 bdrm., 3.5 bath with two living areas, 2 master bdrms, patio and double carport................................REDUCED..$149,000
154 CR 4138, WOODVILLE: Country cedar home on slab with metal roof. Two bedroom, full front porch plus outbuildings - on 1ac.REDUCED $75,000
LAKE SAM RAYBURN: Cul-de-sac lots in Westwood addition with new 24x36 metal building. Easy lake access.........................................................$90,000
1747 FM 2827, WARREN: 2/2/2 cedar cabin on 3+ acres. Brick fireplace, spacious master plus sunroom...................................................................$184,500
304 CHARMAINE, IVANHOE: Brick home on 3 lots located on Ski Lake. Covered deck, fenced, storage. 2/1 plus carport.........................REDUCED $95,000
198 CR 4710, FRED: Updated manufactured home with fenced yard, fruit trees and lots of peace and quiet................................................................$75,000
11904 FM 2626, NEWTON: Outside city, 7+ wooded acres with pond. Great commercial property!................................................................................$40,000
293 PR 8633, FRED: Large log cabin, 2+ acre pond, located on 16.596 acres! 4-car climatee-controlled garage..........................$324,900
1602 W BLUFF, WOODVILLE: WOW! this is a beautiful 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, approx. 1854sf home on 5.6 acres!.........................................................$169,000
1511 REDBUD, WOODVILLE: Four bdrm home on 4 acres! Updated flooring, decks, fireplace, natural spring on property..............$145,000
12 ACRES IN WARREN: Previously owned by a timber company, this beautiful 12-acre tract is on PR 5840.................................$35,000
RANCH ON 25 ACRES, BUNA: Gorgeous 3/2.5/3 stone and rough cedar ranch, 30x40 shop, cross-fenced for horses & cattle................$399,900
532 CR 314, JASPER: Super nice 5 bdrm., 2.5 bath manufactured home on 2.48 acres. 12 minutes to Jasper-lots of updates.............................$128,000
1507 SOUTH WHEELER, COLMESNEIL: Two bdrm on 5.6 partially wooded acres. Needs TLC but has great ptential. Hwy frontage......SOLD $56,000
PR 8275, WOODVILLE: Tree plantation with farm house, barn, spring-fed pond on 116 acres bordering Turkey Creek.......$450,000
301 CR 3055, WOODVILLE: Fabulous 3/2.5/2 on 4 acres, plus guest house! Wrap-around porch, tall pines and oaks........$325,000
285 MARION DR., IVANHOE: Cedar, 4 bdrm, 2 bth on half acre, Beautiful wooded yard plus picnic areas and 5 lakes to enjoy!..................$61,000
8144 FM 1746, WOODVILLE: Brick 5/3/1 on 40 acres of rolling hills and mature woodlands, pond and running stream.............................................$350,000
3564 FM 92 S, WOODVILLE: 3 year old modular 2 bdrm with covered porch. 4 lots, large storage, fruit trees + bonus house.....$70,000
1305 DONNA, KIRBYVILLE: 3/2 with metal roof and large front porch. Cedar siding exterior on 5 tracts of land.....$119,000
601 WILDWOOD, WARREN: Nice Wildwood 3/2 with big country porch. Large workroom all on large corner lot.....$137,900
103 VERNA, JASPER:Updated home with spacious rooms for any size furniture! Private back yard.............$81,900
5560 CR 725, BUNA: Beautiful stone and rough cedar home on 10 acres! 3/2.5/3 plus huge air conditioned shop............$354,900
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Michele Martindale, Broker
(409) 429-6202
Randy Durham, Agent
(409) 429-6277
Gina Fowler, Agent
(409) 382-5805
Ashley Jackson, Agent
(409) 429-4011
Norvelle Rogers, Agent
(409) 782-6187
-RESIDENTIAL-
-FARM & RANCH CONTRACT PENDING-
Ivanhoe: 2/1, fp, furnished, fenced back yard ...........................$37,500
Woodville: 3/2 with 2 half baths ............................................$45,000
Colmesneil: 2/1, .................................................................$47,000
Colmesneil: 2/1, 1.5+/- acres, well, barn, smoke house $53,900
Woodville: 3/1, 2+/- acres “Fixer Upper” has good potenial $58,000
Ivanhoe: 3/2, .5+/- acres, Mobile Home, double carport, 2 storage
buildings
......................................................................$59,000
Woodville: 3/2, large kitchen, nice yard, mature landscaping $69,000
Warren: 3/1 pier & beam 150 year old house on 4.44+/-acres $75,000
Woodville: 2-3/1.5, on 0.2+/-acres, down town .....................$78,000
NEW! Hillister:4/2, cedar on 2.5+/- acres w/outbuilding .....$82,000
Woodville: 3/2, 2.8+/- acres, remodeled kitchen ....$84,000
Warren: 3/2, 2.6+/- acres, has land divided into yards for livestock/
horses ..................................................................................$85,000
Woodville: 3/2, outside city limits, st. bldg., fenced .............$87,500
Woodville: 2/1.5, 3.3+/-acres, 2 car garage, fp ............$88,900
REDUCED! Woodville: 3/2/1, end of street, fp, cathedral ceilings $89,900
Kountze: 3/2, mobile Home, Garden tub im master bath$89,900
Spurger: 3/2, Storage building, 3 carports, Mobile home ..........$89,900
Woodville: 3/2, .64+/- acres, 2 car attached garage, covered porch
...................................................................................$94,500
Woodville: 2/1 has 2 rental homes being sold with it .........$95,000
Chester: 3/1, brick home on 2+/-acres ............................$99,000
Chester: 3/1.5 on 1.4+/- acs, 3 storage bldgs .......................$100,000
Hillister: 3/2, pens that for FFA show animals, storage building,
above ground pool ........................................................$105,000
REDUCED! Woodville: 2-3/2 brick on 0.658+/-acs, large deck &
backyard
....................................................................$115,000
NEW! Woodville: Brick, 3/2, im town, .74 acre, ...................$119,000
Colmesneil: 3/2, 2012 mobile home, 2+/- acs., fences for livestock
..................................................................................$120,000
Woodville: 3/2 1.05+/- acres, near town, hardwood floors $120,000
Colmesneil: 2/1 1.59+/- acres, barn, workshop ..............$124,000
REDUCED! Woodville: 3/2, outside city limits, 2+/-acs, workshop
.................................................................................$129,000
Chester: 4/2 mobile home with 35X40 workshop, fenced $129,000
Woodville: 3/2 1.452+/- acres, sun porch, workshop $130,000
Chester: 3/2 3.24 +/- acres, Concrete drive, double carport $130,000
REDUCED! Woodville:3/2, brick, updated, outside city limits $135,000
NEW! Ivanhoe: Water front on ski lake, 3/2/2, wonderful deck, 3
lots ....................................................................................$154,000
REDUCED! Woodville: 3/1.5, split-level, on lake, private pier,
0.5+/-acs
..............................................................$156,500
Woodville: 4/3 1.922+/-acres, brick, 2 car attached carport $164,900
NEW! Woodville: Brick, 3/2 Chesswood, .68 acre, ...............$179,000
Woodville: 4/3.5 1+/- acres, 1 car garage covered balcony, outdoor kitchen area .............................................................$180,000
Woodville: 3/2/2, fp, game room, updated kitchen, out buildings $185,000
Woodville: 4/3, 4200’, on.7+/- acs., in town ...................$185,000
Woodville: 5/4, fp wide porches, large rooms ..........$195,000
Silsbee: 3/2.5/2, on 1.3+/-acres, in Enchanted Forest $239,000
Woodville: 3/2.5 7.78+/-acres, cathedral ceilings. Fp, horse barn,
garage ................................................................................$275,000
Jasper: 3/3 hill top 3 car attached carport, patio on back of house $275,000
NEW! Chester/Corrigan: 4/3/2, nice!, private ..........................$279,000
NEW! Colmesneil: Brick 3/2/2, 30+/- acres, office bldg, Hwy 69 frontage
..............................................................................$349,000
Colmesneil: 4/2 farmhouse w/barn, 5+/-acres, fp, porches, FM
frontage .....................................................................................$98,000
REDUCED! Woodville: 5/3, 2+/-acres, Harmony area, barn/stg,
small pasture ...........................................................................$164,500
REDUCED! Hillister: 4/2/2, on 6+/-acres, deck, fp ...........$175,000
-RESIDENTIAL CONTRACT PENDING-
Woodville: 3/2, outside city limits, fp, out buildings .........$62,000
Warren: 3/2, lots of storage, 0.41+/-acres ...............$69,900
Woodville: Brick, 2 or 3/1.5 on 3.33+/- acres, fenced ..........$88,900
REDUCED! Woodville: 4/3, brick, new updates, 2700’, on 2.3+/- acs., outside city ............................................................................$190,000
-FARM & RANCH-
REDUCED! Colmesneil: 1/1.5 kwanzit hut, hurricane resistant home,
4.44+/-acs ..........................................................................................$74,999
Colmesneil: 2/1 Country home ...............................................$111,500
Warren 3/1.5, barn, fenced all around, buildings for show animals $175,000
NEW! Colmesneil: 5+/- acres, 3/2.5 hardy plank home, workshop $197,500
Colmesneil: 3/3 fp, front and back porch .................................$205,000
Woodville: CR1050, 12+/- acres, pond, pasture, barn, nice 3-4-3, sunporch ................................................................................................$249,900
Hillister: 4/2, 2 story stone & brick, pool, gameroom, 10+/- acs. $364,500
Woodville: 4/3, on 10+/-acres, Harmony area, custom home, barn,
pond
.....................................................................................$399,000
Colmesneil: 3/2 112+/-acres, spring fed lake, barns, workshop $585,000
Mortage and Housing Corporation indicate a strong housing
demand into 2014, at which
time a strengthened economy
will energize both resale and
new housing markets.
Buyers will need to be prepared
to purchase inventory right away,
while sellers will need to price
their homes right for the best
chance of sale. The following are
some guidelines.
Buyers
Having a plan is essential when
buying a home; as such, a purchase is not something buyers
should take lightly. Establishing a budget is the first step.
This means taking inventory of
savings, expenses and borrowing power. It is adviseable to
sit down with a lender and do
a run-through of what you can
afford. By providing key financial
information, including earning
statements, existing debt and
credit history, buyers can quickly
learn how much they’re qualified
to borrow and how much they
are comfortable borrowing. This
helps buyers zero in on homes in
their price range.
Being preapproved for a mortgage is advantageous when it
comes time to make offers on
properties. It shows sellers that
buyers are serious and that they
have been vetted by the bank.
Many buyers conduct a lot of
research online prior to stepping
into a home. This research lasts
an average of six to eight weeks,
according to the National Association of Realtors. Homework
includes investigating neighborhoods and school systems,
comparing the going rates of
homes in the area, as well as
figuring out which features are
desired in a home.
It also is important to hire a
buyer’s agent. Such professionals
send buyers listings that fit their
home-search parameters, which
saves buyers a lot of time and effort. Some agents preview homes
for their buyers, even going so far
as to identify overpriced listings
that can be avoided or finding
sellers who are willing to negotiate. A buyer’s agent works for
the buyer, meaning there will be
no conflict of interest. Agents
assist buyers in the negotiating
process, using their knowledge
of the real estate market to help
buyers make realistic offers that
are likely to be accepted while
providing a wealth of information about housing trends, area
services and home improvement
vendors.
When sellers accept buyers’ offers, buyers must then arrange
home inspections. An inspection is oftentimes included as a
contract contingency, and buyers
have a right to cancel contracts
if inspections find that a home is
unsatisfactory structurally.
It is unlikely sellers will be able
to list their homes for sale one
day and have dozens of offers the
next. Today’s buyers are much
more conservative, and homes
will have to be presented in the
best light and listed at reasonable prices.
Sellers can start the process of
selling their homes by researching recently sold homes in their
neighborhoods, paying particular
attention to final sales prices. This
information may be available
through tax records, and some
real estate sites publish the data
online. Sellers can then compare
this information to what they still
owe on their mortgages if their
homes are not paid off, and this
should give sellers an idea of their
potential profits.
Sellers also can benefit from
working with real estate agents,
as it can be quite difficult and
stressful for homeowners to sell
their homes on their own. Agents
have access to multiple listing
databases and industry contacts,
information that is quite valuable when selling a home. Agent
will do their own assessments of
a home to help sellers price the
home accordingly based on market conditions. In addition, real
estate agents can inform sellers
about which, if any, repairs or
changes may need to be made
to make a home more attractive
Sellers
to prospective buyers. Real estate
Sellers competing for business agents also help sellers through
in a thriving housing market also the negotiating process, findhave to do their share of work. ing a balance between what the
buyer wants to pay
and how much the
seller wants for the
home.
Housing markets are once again
looking up. As the
new year arrives,
many people may
find now is the
time find their
next homes. Understanding the
process and getting
guidance from real
estate professionals
makes the process
of buying and selling a home that
much easier.
-WILDWOOD-
Call for info about Lots Available!
Ceder: 3/2, Sun Porch Across the back .....................$79,000
NEW! Wildwood 3/2/1 w/hot tub, storage building $79,900
Cypress: 3/2, lake view, covered patio ............$89,900
Wildwood: 2/2 fp, new countertops and flooring ........$99,000
REDUCED! Pecan: 3/2/2, 4 lots, guesthouse $105,000
REDUCED! W. Wildwood: 3/2/2, large metal garage, w/
shop, storage, gazebo .......................................$124,900
Wildwood: 4/2 covered patio, storage building $144,900
REDUCED! Idylewood: 4/2.5/2 with shop and carport on 3
lots .............................................................................$154,999
REDUCED! Hickory: 3/2, fp, open-concept, sun porch, 3 lots
............................................................................$174,000
Hawthorne: 3/2 brick, fp .............................................$185,000
Hazel: 3/2/2, lake front, 2 lots .................$239,000
E. Wildwood: 4/3.5/2, on golf course, 2 lots, 2,666sqft $247,000
NEW! On lake! 3/2/3, with 149’ water front, foraml dining,
F/P
...................................................................$259,000
Lakewood: 3/2.5, fp, garage, on 2 lots $267,000
Lakewood: 3/2 with 2 half baths, sits on 3 lots, waterfront $286,000
REDUCED! W. Wildwood: 4/3/3 golf course home, apt. above
garage .........................................................................$289,000
-WILDWOOD CONTRACT PENDING-
REDUCED! Tamaish: 4/2/2, secluded, well maintained .......$199,900
-LAND & COMMERCIAL-
Warren: 8.61+/- acres, good for hunting ........................$12,064
NEW! Woodville: 5+/- acres, wooded w/Hwy 69 frontage .... $30,000
Woodville: 7+/- acres, wooded, seasonal creek, with Hwy 69
frontage
...................................................................$38,500
Woodville: Commercial lot, 1.36+/-acres, Hwy 69 South frontage
.................................................................................$75,500
Woodville: Commercial Building, Hwy 69 frontage, rental/income producing potential ..........................................$97,000
Warren: 37.33+/- acres, Creek runs along back of property,
electric and water available .....................................$123,189
NEW: Woodville: 15+/- acres, w/electricity, setic, well, lake, rv,
zetor tractor ..............................................................$140,000
Woodville: 45.5+/-acres, wooded on FM 2992 $149,900
NEW: Woodville: 3.5+/- acres, corner of Hwy 190 & 92, commercial ...........................................................................$175,000
Chester: 28+/-acres, Commercial or Residential, former mill site,
pond, Hwy 287 frontage ..................................................$180,000
Saratoga: 85+/-acres, partially wooded & cleared, good
hunting tract ...........................................................$183,000
Woodville: 2+/-acres, Commercial Land, Hwy 69
South
frontage
....................................$200,000
REDUCED! Woodville: 12.89+/-acres, Commercial Building, Hwy 287 frontage ......................................$225,000
Woodville: 83.5+/-acres, wooded on CR 4280 .............$291,900
NEW! Woodville: Commercial-great opportunity-call-.....$310,000
REDUCED! Woodville: 140.8+/-acres, rolling terrain, creek,
wooded,
............................................................$499,000
NEW: 170+/- acres, all weather creek, woods & pasture $509,150
Livingston: 177.09+/- acres, all fenced with some cross fencing for livestock ....................................................$743,400
RENTALS
Call for more information on rental homes and property!
SOLD! SOLD! SOLD!
IIvanhoe: 3/2, A-frame, garage, out building, fenced $79,000
REDUCED! Warren: 3/2, brick home on 2.67+/-acres fenced,
HWY frontage ...............................................................$85,000
Woodville: 2/2, perfect setting for empty nesters ..........$95,000
Colmesneil: 3/2 brick home on 4.8+/-acres ...................$129,000
REDUCED! Woodville: 3/2, outside city limits, 1+/-acs, pool
.........................................................................$129,000
Woodville: 3/2.5/2, fp, formals, game room, rv parking, study
.........................................................................$137,000
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Anyone interested in this position please contact
Ms. Christina Leary HR Director at 936-598-6315
Ext. 37 or fax your application and resumé to
936-598-7273 Attn: Morgan Cooper. You may also
download your application at
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Legals
LEGAL NOTICE
CITATION BY PUBLICATION CLERK OF THE
COURT: KIM NAGYPAL TYLER.COUNTY DISTRICT
CLERK 100 W. BLUFF, 203
COURTHOUSE WOODVILLE. TEXAS 75979
PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY:
DEARL F. CROFT, JR. LAW
OFFICES OF DEARL F.
CROF T, JR., P.C. 2640 E.
League City Pkwy #120-202
League City, Texas 77573 THE
STATE OF TEXAS NOTICE
TO DEFENDANTS: “You have
been sued. You may employ an
attorney. If you or your attorney
do not file a written answer with
the clerk who issued this citation
by 10:00 a.m. on the Monday
next following the expiration
of forty-two (42) days after the
date of issuance of this citation
and petition, a default judgment
may be taken against you.” TO:
JOHN WHEAT, AND HIS
HEIRS, KNOWN AND UNKNOWN, IF ANY, ET AL,
SAVE AND EXCEPT ANY
KNOWN HEIRS WHO REFUSE TO EXECUTE AN
OIL, GAS AND MINERAL
LEASE, AND ANY KNOWN
HEIRS WHO HAVE EXECUTED AN OIL, GAS
AND MINERAL LEASE
COVERING THEIR INTEREST IN AND TO
THE LANDS DESCRIBED
HEREIN, Defendants in the
cause herein described.
You and each of you are hereby commanded to appear and
answer before the Judicial District Court in the Tyler County
Courthouse in Woodville, Tyler
County, Texas, at or before 10:00
a.m. on the first Monday after
the expiration of forty-two (42)
days from the date of issuance
hereof, being at or before 10:00
a.m. on Monday the 3RD day
of FEBURARY, 2014, then
and there to answer the petition
of KODIAK RESOURCES
INC., in Cause No. 23,121
styled “KODIAK RESOURCES INC. v. JOHN WHEAT,
AND HIS HEIRS, KNOWN
AND UNKNOWN, IF ANY,
ET AL, SAVE AND EXCEPT
ANY KNOWN HEIRS WHO
REF USE TO EXECUTE
AN OIL, GAS AND MINERAL LEASE, AND ANY
KNOWN HEIRS WHO
HAVE EXECUTED AN
LEASE COVERING THEIR
INTEREST IN AND TO
THE LANDS DESCRIBED
HEREIN” wherein the said
KODIAK RESOURCES INC.
is Plaintiff, and the said JOHN
WHEAT, AND HIS HEIRS,
KNOWN AND UNKNOWN,
IF ANY, ET AL, SAVE AND
EXCEPT ANY KNOWN
HEIRS WHO REFUSE TO
EXECUTE AN OIL, GAS
AND MINERAL LEASE,
AND ANY KNOWN HEIRS
WHO HAVE EXECUTED
AN OIL, GAS AND MIN-
ERAL LEASE COVERING
THEIR INTEREST IN
AND TO THE LANDS
DESCRIBED HEREIN, are
Defendants. The said petition,
filed on the 19 day of DECEMBER, 2013, discloses that the
nature of said suit is as follows:
This suit is brought to have a
receiver appointed under the
provisions of Section 64.091 of
the Texas Civil Practice and
Remedies Code for the undivided mineral interest owned by
the Defendants in the following
described lands in Tyler County,
Texas, to-wit: BEING TRACT
1: 94.456 acres, more or less,
out of the John Wheat Survey,
A-659, Tyler County, Texas, and
being more fully described as
113.80 acres in a Deed dated
December 16, 1955, from George
Wheat to Lester Young, and recorded in Volume 145,
Page 449 of the Deed Records,
Tyler County, Texas. Save and
Except: 19.344 acres, more or
less, out of the John Wheat Survey, A-659, Tyler County, Texas,
and being more fully described
in a Deed dated April 21, 1995,
from JoAnn Young Mercer et al
to Mark M. Moore, and recorded
in Volume 582, Page 861, of the
Deed Records, Tyler County,
Texas.
TRACT 2: 86.20 acres, more
or less, out of the John Wheat
Survey, A-659, Tyler County,
Texas, and being more fully described in a Deed dated May
26, 1941, from George Wheat
to F. B. Sullivan, and recorded
in Volume 94, Page 398 of
the Deed Records, Tyler County,
Texas. TRACT 3: 19.344 acres,
more or less, out of the John
Wheat Survey, A-659, Tyler
County, Texas, and being more
fully described in a Deed dated
April 21, 1995, from Jo Ann
Young Mercer et al to Mark M.
Moore, and recorded in Volume
582, Page 861, of the Deed Records, Tyler County, Texas.
And to execute an Oil, Gas and
Mineral Lease thereof to the
Plaintiff, and take such other
action deemed necessary under
the provisions of said statute.
If this citation is not served
within ninety (90) days after
date of its issuance, it shall be returned unserved. ISSUED AND
GIVEN UNDER MY HAND
AND THE SEAL OF SAID
COURT on this the 19 day of
DECEMBER, 2013, at Woodville, Tyler County, Texas. Kim
Nagypal, Clerk of the District
Court of Tyler County, Texas by
Renee Crews, Deputy. (52-4t-p)
LEGAL NOTICE
CITATION BY PUBLICATION CLERK OF THE
COURT: KIM NAGYPAL TYLER.COUNTY DISTRICT
CLERK 100 W.BLUFF, 2 0 3
COURTHOUSE WOODVILLE. TEXAS 75979
PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY:
DEARL F. CROFT, JR. LAW
OFFICES OF DEARL F.
CROF T, JR., P.C. 2640 E.
League City Pkwy #120-202
League City, Texas 77573
THE STATE OF TEXAS NOTICE TO DEFENDANTS:
“You have been sued. You may
employ an attorney. If you or your
attorney do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued
this citation by 10:00 a.m. on
the Monday next following the
expiration of forty-two (42) days
after the date of issuance of this
citation and petition, a default
judgment may be taken against
you. ”TO: C. E. GOOLSBEE,
AND WIFE ELLA PEDIGO
GOOLSBEE, AND THEIR
HEIRS, KNOWN AND UNKNOWN, IF ANY, ET AL,
SAVE AND EXCEPT ANY
HEIRS WHO HAVE EXECUTED AN OIL, GAS AND
MINERAL LEASE COVERING THEIR INTEREST
IN AND TO THE LANDS
DESCRIBED HEREIN, DEFENDANTS IN THE CAUSE
HEREIN DESCRIBED. You
and each of you are hereby commanded to appear and answer
before the Judicial District
Court in the Tyler County
Courthouse in Woodville, Tyler County, Texas, at or before
10:00 a.m. on the first Monday
after the expiration of forty-two
(42) days from the date of issuance hereof, being at or before
10:00 a.m. on Monday the 3RDday of FEBRUARY, 2014, then
and there to answer the petition
of KODIAK RESOURCES
INC., in Cause No. 23.122
styled “KODIAK RESOURCES INC. v. C. E. GOOLSBEE,
GOOLSBEE, AND THEIR
HEIRS KNOWN AND UNKNOWN, IF ANY, ET AL,
SAVE AND EXCEPT ANY
IN AND TO THE LANDS
DESCRIBED HEREIN”
wherein the said KODIAK RESOURCES INC. is Plaintiff,
and the said C. E. GOOLSBEE,
GOOLSBEE, AND THEIR
HEIRS, KNOWN AND UNKNOWN, IF ANY, ET AL, ,
SAVE AND EXCEPT ANY
IN AND TO THE LANDS
DESCRIBED HEREIN, are
Defendants. The said petition,
filed on the 19””’ day of
D=ECEM=BER’----, 2013, dis-
closes that the nature of said suit
is as follows: This suit is brought
to have a receiver appointed under the provisions of Section
64.091 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code for
the undivided mineral interest
owned by the Defendants in
the following described lands
in Tyler County, Texas, to-wit:
BEING Tract 1:
69.65
acres, more or less, out of the
Josiah Wheat Survey A-657,
Tyler County, Texas, being the
same land as described in that
certain Warranty Deed dated
December 8, 1966, from Donald L. Feagin, et alto Maysel G.
Fuller, and recorded in Volume
234,Page 204, of the Deed records of Tyler County, Texas.,
Tract 2: 69.65 acres, more or less,
out of the Josiah Wheat Survey
A-657, Tyler County, Texas, being the same land as described
in that certain Warranty Deed
dated December 8, 1966, from
Donald L. Feagin, et alto Dwight
F. Crow, Jr., et al, and recorded
in Volume 234, Page 199, of the
Deed records of Tyler County,
Texas. Tract 3: 23.22 acres, more
or less, out of the Josiah Wheat
Survey A-657, Tyler County,
Texas, being the same land as
described in that certain Warranty Deed dated January 10,
1967, from Donald L. Feagin
et al, to Dorothy Feagin Abott,
and recorded in Volume 234,
Page 187, ofthe Deed records
of Tyler County, Texas. Tract 4:
23.22 acres, more or less, out of
the Josiah Wheat Survey A-657,
Tyler County, Texas, being the
same land as described in that
certain Warranty Deed dated
January 10, 1967, from Donald L. Feagin et al, to Lois Lee
Feagin Stryker, and recorded in
Volume 234, Page 193, of the
Deed records of Tyler County,
Texas.Tract 5: 79.37 acres, more
or less, out of the Josiah Wheat
Survey A-657, Tyler County,
Texas, being the same land as
described in that certain Warranty Deed dated December 8,
1966, from Donald L. Feagin
et al, to Donald L. Feagin, and
recorded in Volume 234, Page
180, ofthe Deed records ofTyler County, Texas. Tract 6: 46.6
acres, more or less, out of the
BBB & C RR Survey, A-118,
Tyler County, Texas, and being
more fully described as 54.6
acres in a deed dated September
11, 1916 from R. E. Hurst and
wife, E. T. Hurst toW. W. Greer,
and recorded in Volume 39, Page
166, of the Deed Records, Tyler
County, Texas. Save and Except,
8.00 acres, more or less, out ofthe
BBB & CRR Survey, A-118
Tyler County, Texas, and being
more fully described in a deed
dated April 11, 1932, from W.
W. Greer and wife, Mollie Greer,
to C. C. Greer, and recorded in
Volume 68, Page 398, of the
Deed Records, Tyler County,
Texas. And to execute an Oil,
Gas and Mineral Lease thereof
to the Plaintiff, and take such
other action deemed necessary
•
under the provisions of said statute. If this citation is not served
within ninety (90) days after date
of its issuance, it shall be returned
unserved. ISSUED UJ GIVEN UNDER MY HAND
AND THE SEAL OF SAID
COURT on this the J q-U\ day
of _Q C . , 2 0 1 3 , a t
Woodville, Tyler County, Texas.
(52-4t-p)
are hereby notified to present
them to Marilyn Juanita Fraser
Owens at the address shown below within the time prescribed
by law. Dated this 11th day
of December 2013. T. Alan
Hart, Attorney for the Estate of
Vera Juanita Fraser, Deceased.
Address for Claims: Marilyn
Juanita Fraser Owens, Independent Executrix of the Estate of
Vera Juanita Fraser, Deceased.
C/O Alan T. Hart, Attorney at
LEGAL NOTICE Law, Post Office Box 2047 JasNOTICE OF PUBLIC per, Texas, 75951. (1-1t-p)
HEARING
The CommisLEGAL NOTICE
sioners Court of Tyler County,
Texas, pursuant to §222.1071 of
INVITATION TO BID
the Texas Transportation Code,
Sealed bids in duplicate will be
hereby gives notice of a Public
received at the office of the Tyler
Hearing and Intent to Consider
County Water Supply CorpoCreation of one or more County
ration, 12139 FM 92, Spurger,
Energy Transportation ReinvestTexas 77660 until 11:00 a.m.
ment Zone, (CETRZ) to be held
January 16, 2014 at which time
on the 9th day of January, 2014,
all bids will be opened and
at 10:00 o’clock a.m. in the Compublicly read for furnishing all
missioners Courtroom, Room
material, equipment, labor and
101, at the Tyler County Courtsupervision necessary for comhouse, to receive public comment
pletion of the following:
on the following topics:1.
TWDB DWSRF No. 61377
Whether or not to create one or
Procurement of Gas Chlorinamore County Energy Transtion Equipment for Water Plants
portation Reinvestment Zone
The major items of work include:
(CETRZ), as authorized by law,
Procurement of gas chlorination
to promote one or more infrasystem equipment for the followstructure projects to be located
ing Tyler County water plants;
within the County to be funded
•Rockland
by the CERTZ. Additional in•Hillister
formation on this topic may be
•Fred
found on the Texas Department
•Spurger
of Transportation website: http://
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www.roadsfortexasenergy.com
Major Bid Items a.
100
under the “Legislation” tab.2.
PPD cylinder mounted vacuum
The potential boundaries and reregulators- Eight (8) b.External
quirements of a County Energy
automatic switchover unit- Five
Transportation Reinvestment
(5)c. 600 CFM fiberglass
Zone (CETRZ), as authorized
ventilation fans- Three (3)
§222.1071 of the Texas Transd.
Dual digital chlorine
portation Code. Individuals
gas cylinder scales- Three (3)e.
wishing to participate in the
Chlorine ejectors- Three (3)f.
public hearing by either oral or
Pressure gauges- Six (6) Each
written testimony will be asked
bid proposal must be accomto complete a Speaker’s Form
panied by a Bid Bond from a
to be provided at the meetreliable surety company drawn
ing. Oral testimony should be
to the order of Tyler County Walimited to three (3) minutes in
ter Supply Corporation in the
the interest of time and to peramount of five percent (5%) of
mit maximum participation by
the total bid. No bid proposal
others. Rules of Decorum will
may be withdrawn for a period
apply. The Commissioners
of sixty (60) days after the bid
Court may, 30 days after closing
opening date. The OWNER
the Public Hearing, take approreserves the right to reject any
priate action on the matter as the
or all bids or to accept the bid
Commissioners Court may in its
deemed most advantageous to
discretion determine to be in the
it. The successful bidder will
best interest of the County. (1be required to provide a perfor1t-b)
mance bond, a payment bond,
and a maintenance bond for the
full amount of the contract.
LEGAL NOTICE
This contract
NOTICE TO ALL Persons In addition:•
is
contingent
upon
release of
Having Claims Against the
funds
from
the
Texas
Water
Estate of Vera Juanita Frasier:
Development
Board.
•
Any
Administration of the estate of
contract
or
contracts
awarded
Vera Juanita Fraser, Deceased,
has been commenced by the under this Invitation for Bids
issuance of original letters tes- are expected to be funded in part
tamentary to Marilyn Juanita by a loan from the Texas Water
Fraser Owens on December 11, Development Board. Neither
2013, by the County Court of the State of Texas nor any of
Tyler County, Texas, acting in its departments, agencies, or
Cause No. 8960, styled in Re employees are or will be a party
Estate of Vera Juanita Fraser, to this Invitation for Bids or any
Deceased, in which court the resulting contract.
matter is pending. All persons •Equal Opportunity in Employhaving claims against the estate ment - All qualified Applicants
will receive consideration for
employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, age,
handicap or national origin.
Bidders on this work will be
required to comply with the
President’s Executive Order
No. 11246, as amended by Executive Order 11375, and as
supplemented in Department of
Labor regulations 41 CFR Part
60. •
This contract is subject
to the EPA established Minority
Business Enterprise (MBE) /
Women’s Business Enterprise
(WBE) ―”fair share” goals. (See
Forms Appendix Disadvantaged
Business Enterprise, TWDB
0210
Bidders are encouraged to visit
the site prior to submitting their
bids. Questions regarding this
project may be emailed to Sam
Vernon, at svernon@bleylengineering.com before 4:00 p.m.
on January 10, 2014. Questions
received after that time will not
be answered. Acrobat PDF copies of the Specifications and Bid
Documents are available free of
charge by contacting mobella@
bleylengineering.com.
Printed and bound Specifications and Bid Documents may
be requested from, Bleyl and
Associates, 1722 Broadmoor
Ste 210, Bryan, Texas 77802, ph:
(979) 268-1125 for a non-refundable fee of $50.00. (1-2t-b)
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Rough, tough and tenderhearted
Page 5B
Spurger logger Eddie Jordan is full of all sorts of surprises
By Jessica Johnson
When you first see Jordan
Lumber Company owner Eddie
Jordan, 59, you’d think he was a
rough and tough Harley-riding
Texan—which he totally is, of
course. But there’s more than
meets the eye. His ponytail?
It’s for Locks of Love—a charity that provides hairpieces to
financially disadvantaged children with cancer. “Why waste
money on a barber when I can
grow it out and donate it,” the
humble Jordan explains with a
shrug. “A lot of people I know
had cancer, or have cancer now,
and I have plenty of hair. I figured I’d grow it out and donate
it every so often. It isn’t doing
anyone any good on the floor of
the barbershop. Plus it makes me
look cool on my Harley,” he says
with a smile.
You might think his docile personality could be a detriment to
his job, but it’s what helps keep
Jordan and his crew producing.
“Eddie’s one of a kind,” Jimmy
Rawls, Jordan’s Tejas Equipment
sales rep, says about him. Before
he was somewhat sidelined by a
stroke, when Jordan was running
the feller-buncher, and his crew
was really in sync, they cut 125
loads in a week. “It took a lot of
teamwork,” Jordan explains, “and
it was a while ago, but we’re real
proud of that week. Did it with
just one feller-buncher and one
loader, too.”
These days Jordan’s crew averages about 60 loads a week, using
two loaders. When Southern
Loggin’ Times visited Jordan, his
crew was on a 192-acre clearcut of mixed pine and hardwood
with everything from pulpwood
to 14 inch top logs, something
he prefers.
Jordan does not buy his own
timber, electing instead to seek
company contracts. Right now
he currently works for Campbell,
though that hasn’t always been
the case. “I worked for TempleInland forever, until they sold
out,” Jordan explains. He stayed
on with Temple-Inland’s new
owners, International Paper, but
then went to Campbell. “About
a year ago I quit Campbell, but
then came back for this tract,”
he says.
Jordan loves the forest and believes in doing right by it. “We
do a good job. We merchandize
the wood the way it should be
merchandized so that we can
go to sleep at night knowing
we treated the forest the way it
deserves to be treated. It’s the
right thing to do,” he says with
conviction, showing his caring
personality even more. Each tree
has a monetary value, obviously,
but Jordan takes that almost as a
responsibility, instead of a plain
fact. “Doesn’t matter if we’re independent contractors,” he says.
“The landowner is paying us; we
can’t beat them out of money. It
will slow you down, but it’s always been important to me. It
costs money to do a good job.”
He also notes that he’s gotten
into trouble for that before, but
it’s not something he’s ever going
to change.
Jordan says, for him, it goes
back to the Biblical ideology:
do unto others as you want done
unto you. “If I’m getting my trees
cut, I want every dollar possible,”
he says.
Equipment Lineup
Jordan doesn’t do anything half
way: that’s evidenced by how he
treats a tract. So, when it comes
to equipment he’s just the same,
- all in. Jordan runs all Tigercat
to the tune of about $1 million.
His lineup includes: 2011 234
loader with CSI delimber, 2000
230B with CSI delimber, 2012
610C, 2012 630D, 2007 724E
and a 2000 HydroAx 411EXP
as a spare. Both loaders are
mounted on Big John trailers.
Everything was bought through
Front row left to right: Eddie Jordan, Bailan Worthy, Brian Griffith and Tommy Burnett. Back row, left to right: Ray
Lawrence, Ed Jordan and Gene Freeman.
Tejas Equipment in Hillister,
Texas.
The 2000 loader, still running,
still functioning, was Jordan’s first
piece of Tigercat iron. “That’s
one tough loader,” he says. It’s
been turned over upside down in
a creek and didn’t require major
repairs.
“They are tough pieces of
equipment. All Tigercat is tough;
I think that’s the best way to
go. I’ve had other brands, but
I wasn’t as happy with them.”
Having tough pieces of equipment is important to Jordan
because he does not have a full
time mechanic or a shop. Tejas
Equipment does all repairs that
can’t be handled by the crew in
the woods.
“He takes care of his equipment
and he’s got a really good crew.
That means a lot in this day and
age,” Rawls notes, while looking
at the 2000 loader still delimbing,
being run by Jordan’s son Ed.
Oil is changed every 250 hours
and tires are Firestone. The service truck Jordan keeps in the
woods can handle pretty much
everything. It’s outfitted with an
air compressor, welding machine,
three 90-gallon fuel tanks, hydraulic oil, a host of tools, a Stihl
pole saw and a Stihl chainsaw.
“We’re fully mechanized, but
we have it, just in case,” Jordan
explains.
Grease is done by mail order
and engine oil comes from Sam’s
Club. “You can get a lot better
discount there, I found,” he says.
Gardner Oil in Woodville supplies the diesel.
Trucking
Jordan does not use any contract trucking, and finds it to
be smoother running his own
trucks, Peterbilt and Mack. He
isn’t afraid of a long haul either,
and will go into nearby Louisiana
with logs. Trailers are a mix of
Viking, Magnolia and Neighbors. Jordan runs Loadman scales
on the trailers.
Oil is changed every 10,000 to
12,000 miles and tires are a mix.
“I like a good steer tire, like Michelin, but it really doesn’t matter
to me,” Jordan says.
Office
Jordan operates a small office
CMYK
at his house in Spurger, where
daughter Theresa Bible does his
bookkeeping. Davis Insurance in
Lufkin provides workers’ comp,
and GLM in Illinois provides
CPA services. Illinois seems like
a long way to send a logger’s taxes
but Jordan just shrugs, saying,
“They helped when I was in a
bind, and they are good. I stuck
with him.”
Jordan and his crew haven’t
had a recordable accident since
2001. To maintain a safe jobsite
he watches them every day, and
gives almost daily safety reminders and monthly safety meetings.
“Every day is a good day when
I see all my people and they are
safe and doing what they need
to be doing,” he says.
Church
•
Journey
Into
Fullness
by
Gloria Russell
Happy New Year
For many years I attended a traditional New Year’s Eve service. We
always sang an old hymn, “Higher Ground”, and were challenged to
examine our lives to see if, in fact, we were spiritually stronger than we
were the year before.
Here’s the first verse:
“I’m pressing on the upward way. New heights I’m gaining every day.
Still praying as I’m onward bound, Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.
“Lord, lift me up and let me stand By faith on heaven’s table-land, A
higher plane than I have found, Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.”
Paul wrote in Philippians 3:14, “I press toward the goal for the prize
of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.”
Today an honest assessment would be wise. We need to recognize that
wholehearted, focused pursuit of Jesus is a mark of mature Christianity
and devotion. Anything less is unacceptable.
Forget the past and reach for those things that are still ahead. Don’t
compare your personal journey to any other. God has a great plan for
your life. It’s never too late to get in on His plans and purposes.
One thing to remember at this important new beginning of the year
2014 is God’s promise in Hebrews 13:5. “…He has said, I will never
leave you nor forsake you.”
See you next week, Gloria
Medical Supplies To Zambia—Sherrie Bumstead Avery, and husband Jerry, organized a group of churches in
southeast Texas, to load a big container that will be shipped to Zambia in Africa. The container will be filled with
medical equipment and other supplies to help the hospitals there. A Woodville businessman allowed the use of his
empty building for the storage of supplies. Many people of all ages took time out of their Christmas week activities
to help organize and load the container. For more information, go to www.bethanyworldministries.com.
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APOSTOLIC
TYLER COUNTY CHURCH LISTINGS
LAKESIDE APOSTOLIC
FM 92, Spurger, 429-3525
ASSEMBLY OF GOD
ASSEMBLY OF GOD
493 CR 4450, Hillister, 283-2725
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD
109 N. Charlton St.,
Woodville, 283-1052
CALVARY BAPTIST
909 N Magnolia St.,
Woodville, 283-2004
CAMPGROUND BAPTIST
295 County Road 2075,
Woodville, 409-673-1132
CANEY CREEK BAPTIST
Fm 1745 Chester, 969-2220
CHESTER BAPTIST
Chester, 969-2311
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD
404 N. Wheeler St.
Colmesneil, 837-4496
CHURCH NEW LIFE BAPTIST
105 Avalon Ct.,
Woodville, 283-2333
HILLISTER ASSEMBLY OF GOD
493 County Road 4450
Hillister, 283-7549
CHURCH NEW LIFE BAPTIST
213 County Rd. 1075,
Woodville, 283-7002
OAK GROVE ASSEMBLY OF GOD
18459 FM 92 Rd. S.
Fred, 429-5318
DOGWOOD HILLS BAPTIST
823 U.S. Hwy 190 W.,
Woodville, 283-3202
TRINITY ASSEMBLY OF GOD
Woodville, 283-2447
EMMANUEL BAPTIST
Hwy 69, Colmesneil, 837-5260
BAPTIST
BAPTIST
15156 FM 92 Rd. S.
Spurger, 429-3101
BEECH CREEK BAPTIST
437 CR 4540
Spurger, 429-3537
BETHEL BAPTIST
334 FM 1943W
Warren, 547-3201
ENON BAPTIST
FM 1745, Chester, 969-2394
FAIRVIEW BAPTIST
3025 FM 92 S., Spurger, 429-3947
FIRST BAPTIST
2245 Hwy 69 N. Woodville 283-3428
FIRST BAPTIST
12676 FM 92 S, Spurger, 429-3116
FIRST BAPTIST
208 W. Elder St.Colmesneil, 837-5439
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716 West Bluff, Woodville, TX
(409) 331-9909 • 1stqualityhospice.
1015 S. Magnolia
Woodville, TX
(409) 331-1400
We accept Medicare
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Plus Home Health
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W
Woodville, TX 75979
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•Frog Legs
(When in season)
Open Wednesday-Sunday 10am-6pm
Phone: Office (409) 283-3600
Fax: (409) 283-7126
Toll Free (877) 683-3601
FIRST BAPTIST – WOODVILLE
202 S. Charlton St., 283-2588
MT SINAI BAPTIST
Hollyfork, Colmesneil, 283-8566
202 S Charlton St.,
Woodville, 283-2589
WOODVILLE UNITED METHODIST
508 W. Bluff St., 283-2471
FIRST SHILOH BAPTIST
Woodville, 283-8700
NEW PILGRIM BAPTIST
Railroad, Woodville, 283-7227
ZION HILL MISSIONARY BAPTIST
Hwy 69, Colmesneil, 837-2064
MORMON
HILLISTER BAPTIST
258 FM 1013 Rd.
Hillister, 283-3350
HILLTOP BAPTIST
11472 US Hwy 190 E.,
Dam B, 283-7580
KATY BAPTIST
N. Pitzer St., Colmesneil, 837-2022
LITTLE BAPTIST
Warren, 547-2274
LITTLE FLOCK BAPTIST
Hillister, 547-3336
MT. HOPE BAPTIST
400 N. Rail Road Ave, Colmesneil
MOSS MILL MISSIONARY BAPTIST
Highway 190 E., Woodville, 283-3166
MT CARMEL BAPTIST
Hwy 255, Woodville, 283-7513
MT NEBO BAPTIST
13259 FM 1943 Rd E.
Fred, 429-5579
MT OLIVET BAPTIST
FM 92, Fred, 429-5878
BYTHEWOOD LEGAL SERVICES, PLLC
www.bythewoodlegal.com
AMY BYTHEWOOD
Attorney at Law
102 S. Charlton St.
P.O. Box 209
Phone: (409) 283-8800
Fax: (866) 265-8022
amy@bythewoodlegal.com
C.B.T.S.
Complete Bookkeeping
& Tax Service
Wayne Sanderson
B.W. Sanderson
1006 West Bluff
(409) 331-1225
(409) 594-8315
Evans Insurance Agency
409-429-4417 mobile
sevans@cmaaccess.com
David & Linda Harris
(409) 429-3712
GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP
23276 FM 92 S., Fred, 429-5115
CATHOLIC
PILGRIM REST BAPTIST
80 Cobb Mill Rd.,
Woodville, 283-3904
OUR LADY OF PINES CATHOLIC
1601 N. Pine St.,
Woodville, 283-5367
PLEASANT HILL BAPTIST
401 Elm, Woodville, 283-3008
CHRISTIAN
ROCKY SPRINGS BAPTIST
CR 3475, Colmesneil
SOUTH SPURGER CHRISTIAN
FM 92, Spurger, 429-3298
SPRINGHILL MISSIONARY BAPTIST
Springhill Rd., Woodville, 283-5792
TEJAS ROAD BAPTIST
Hwy. 69 N, Colmesneil, 837-2160
TRUE VINE BAPTIST
2626 US Hwy 69 N.
Doucette, 283-6863
WARREN CHAPEL BAPTIST
Warren, 547-0165
WARREN FIRST BAPTIST
11645 US Hwy 69 S.
Warren, 547-2215
WOODVILLE FIRST BAPTIST
B e l l a Sera
ITALIAN RESTAURANT AND PIZZA
Open 11am Daily www.BellaSeraJasper.com
235 E. Gibson • Jasper, TX 75951
P: 409.383.0933 F: 409.383.0997
Buy one entree (and 2 drinks at regular price)
Get second entree 20% off
Childress Monument Works, Inc.
“Memories Carved in Stone Since 1948”
PO Box 544
www.childressmonumentwork.com
CHARLES CURT & BARBARA WITT
4 miles So. of Woodville on Hwy 69
Ph: 409-283-2487 Fax: 409-283-5122
Harris Country Market, Inc.
5052 FM 92 S. Woodville, Texas 75979
BIBLE
PALESTINE BAPTIST
Chester, 969-2524
Home Care Solutions
of East Texas, ,Inc.
Steve Evans
409-283-8111
201 Sutton Street
NEW SHADY GROVE BAPTIST
5514 US Hwy 190 E.,
Woodville, 283-2218
CHURCH OF CHRIST
WARREN CHURCH OF CHRIST
Warren, 547-0064
WOODVILLE CHURCH OF CHRIST
Hwy 190 W., 283-5977
EPISCOPAL
ST PAUL’S EPISCOPAL
1703 W. Bluff St., Woodville, 283-3710
GOSPEL
WOODVILLE GOSPEL TABERNACLE
1561 US Highway 69 N., 283-2156
JEHOVAH’SWITNESS
KINGDOM HALL JEHOVAH’S
Highway 190 W., 283-7579
LUTHERAN
NON
DENOMINATIONAL
ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP
12065 Hwy 190 E., 283-3324
AGAPE
1102 FM 1745 N.
BIBLE BELIEVERS TABERNACLE
12978 US 69 S.
Warren, 936-969-2220
CHRIST’S COMMUNITY
Woodville, 283-7480
FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER
12212 US Hwy. 69S Bldg 3
Warren, 547-3433
FELLOWSHIP CHURCH
Woodville, 283-2161
GOOD SAMARITAN FELLOWSHIP
21544 FM 92 S.,
Fred, 429-3777
NEW BEGINNINGS PRAISE
& WORSHIP
PENTECOSTAL
JESUS’ NAME
UNITED PENTECOSTAL
FM 1943 E., Warren, 547-2238
FAITH LUTHERAN
704 W. Holly St., 238-7171
WOODVILLE UNITED PENTECOSTAL
1613 W. Bluff St., 283-2064
METHODIST
SEVENTH-DAY
ADVENTIST
CADE METHODIST CHURCH
FM 1745, Chester, 969-2257
SPURGER UNITED METHODIST
13237 FM 1013 Rd.
Spurger, 429-3401
SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST
1898 County Rd. 4755
Warren, 547-3733
Jarrott’s Pharmacy
Sandra Sherer
Senior Tax Advisor 4
718 W. Bluff•Woodville, TX 75979
409-331-9492 • 409-331-9493
1-877-331-9492 Fax 409-331-9490
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF
LATTER- DAY SAINTS
1000 N. Pine St., 283-2236
210 E Bluff, Woodville, TX 75979
Woodville, TX 75979
Tel 409.283.3472 Fax 409.283.3472
ssherer@hrblock.com www.hrblock.com
CMYK
Serving Woodville & Tyler County Since 1952
Bridal Registry & Gifts
Soda Fountain • Collectibles
Hours: 8:30-5:30 Mon-Fri
205 S. Magnolia
Woodville, TX 75979
409-283-2550
Rx 409-283-7509
Church
•
Following God’s
Lead
Says...
by
Keith Bellamy
by Pastor Ken DeRouen
When we read Jonah1:1-17, God instructs Jonah on what he must
do, but instead Jonah does not follow what God said. When Jonah
did not follow God’s lead he was thrown overboard into the raging
sea and was swallowed by a great fish for three days and three nights.
Do you remember playing follow the leader when you were a
child? At some point someone else wanted to be the leader. Isn’t
that exactly how we are with God? For a while we are compelled
to follow his lead, but then we decide we want to go our own way.
Following God’s lead isn’t always obvious or easy, but it is mandatory.
Just like in Jonah’s life, we need to realize we can run, but we can’t
hide. The lesson in Jonah teaches us that if we are not following
God there will be consequences. We do not know exactly what the
Lord said to him, but Jonah knew it was the Lord speaking. Jonah
just did not like God’s request.
When you hear the word of the Lord, does it not tell you what
to do? Do you do it? How long do you do it? In the life of each
believer there are only two distinctions: Nivivah - Obedient; Tarshish - Disobedience. Jonah got on the ship of disobedience. Satan will
always provide transportation to Tarshish. Jonah believed this was
the perfect opportunity for his getaway and God allows us to live
in our free will. Jonah believed the fare was cheap, but disobedience
ended up being more costly and not just for him. Disobedience
harms those around us. The sailors’ lives were in jeopardy because
of Jonah. What do we do when we find ourselves like Jonah? The
first thing to do is pray, get back into proper communication with
God. He was honest with God and he prayed scriptures. That is
why it is important to know them. Jonah was then given a second
chance. God is great at giving second chances.
Pray Until Something
Happens
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So Much Good
A few years ago when I came home one Thursday night from
the
Gib Lewis prison after teaching Christians Against Substance
Woodville Lions Club held their Christmas Banquet
Abuse,
a snowman was in our yard. While it is unusual for us to
on Thursday Evening, Dec. 19, with about 50 members,
have
snow
in our community, we did that year. My wife Diane was
family and friends. President Jan Smith led with grace
and savoir faire. Steve Evans led in White Elephant gifts doing her best to share with me the joy she has this time of year. The
exchanges. After a few carols, the finale of the program snowman was an added feature made from real snow. And it worked.
was wonderful portrayal of Mary, the Mother of Jesus, by It got me to thinking of all the GOOD done because of Him.
My wife Diane does so much good by sharing her love for the
accomplished dramatist Virginia Haynes. For more info
Lord
with others. She doesn’t even know I am writing this article
on her and bookings, see www.LydiasPorch.com.
with her name in it.
I was thinking of the many good deeds that are done in the name
of Jesus. You see, I was once the proverbial scrooge during the
holiday season. But after living with this woman for 45-plus years,
her spirit for doing so much good for others has rubbed off on me,
and I have since repented. And she has this spirit all year long.
Yes, it is Christmas time and so much good is done during this
Rocky Springs Baptist Church will celebrate their Grand Re- time of year. The giving spirit prevails, and those who fail to see the
Opening Sunday, January 5, 2014, at 2 p.m. Everyone is invited to good are certainly out of step. Then there are the proverbial scrooges,
attend by Bro. Allen Eddins, Bro. Bobby Patrick, and Bro. G.W. as I once was. But Jesus went about doing GOOD.
Patrick. The church is located off 255. Turn on CR 3400, then turn
The fact is that He was born and He lived on this earth to reach
on CR 3475.
out to as many people as He could while He still had time.
I, for one, am glad we have this Christmas season. I do wish folks
could learn the rest of the story. I wish they would learn that the
REVIVAL Wed. at 7pm, Fri. at 7pm and Sun at 10 am & 6pm little Baby grew up. I wish they would learn that He suffered for
all of us. I wish they would learn that He had to die. And I wish
Everyone is welcome!
they would learn that He defeated death so we could defeat death.
Faith Tabernacle, Hillister, Texas
SO MUCH GOOD! And it’s all because of Him!
Rocky Springs Baptist
Church Grand Re-opening
Evangelist, Bro. Travino from Colorado Springs, Colo.
Combined Choir Performs—Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 14 and 15, the combined choirs of Beech Creek Baptist, First Baptist Spurger, First Baptist Warren, First Baptist
Woodville, Hillister Baptist, Mt. Olivet Baptist, and New Hope Baptist presented a Christmas special titled, “Come Messiah King,” at FBC Warren for a packed house. Mark
Tolar of FBC Woodville, Debbie Yancey of FBC Warren, and Richard Standley led one-third portion each. Photo by Jean Lambkin (www.JLambkinPhotography.com).
Tyler County
Church
News brought
to you
these
Seminary
Extension
Classes
for Women
to by
Begin
proud sponsors:
Two Seminary Extension classes for women will begin soon: This class will begin Jan. 23 at the Hillister Baptist Church
(1) Public Worship - an examination of worship from the and will meet every Thursday for 14 weeks.
perspectives
of personal
experience, theology,
psychology, the
For further information and/or registration, contact
Jarrott’s
Pharmacy
Serving Tyler County Since 1952 • 205 South Magnolia • Woodville • 409-283-2550
Bible, Christian history, and music. This class will begin Jan. Virginia Haynes at 409-547-0711 or the SNBA office at
21 at
the Sabine
BaptistBooster
Area office in
Kirbyville,
409-423-2224.
Area
women
are invited
and encouraged
to
The
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• 205
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and meet every Tuesday night for 12 weeks.
increase their joy in the Lord: begin one of these in-depth
(2) Systematic Theology is a survey of Christian doctrines. Biblical studies.
115 Cobb Mill Road
Woodville, TX 75979
(409) 283-8248
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Church Directory for Tyler County,
supported by these fine businesses.
Magnolia Appliance, LLC
Heating•Air Conditioning
Refrigeration•Appliances
(409) 283-7331
E. RODNEY DEROUEN, R.Ph.
1010 West Bluff Street
Woodville, TX 75979
(409) 283-3073
(800) 283-3073
Repairs • PARTS • Welding Services
Metal Art, Railings, etc.
Galvalu me and Color Metal in Stock
We do custom trim manufactured to your measurements.
www.starmetals.com
409-283-8900
Fax 409-283-8902
1894 Hwy 69 S. Woodville, TX
Kountze Nursing Center Lakes Area Hospice
4195 N. Wheeler
Jasper, TX 75951
409-384-7523
T
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BELL
SERVICES
TRAILER
(409) 283-8414
3564 Hwy 287
Tommy Bell
Owner
Darion Pate, Owner
NIASE Certified
112 Cobb Mill Road
I Car Trained
Woodville, TX 75979
409.283.6183 or 409.382.9053
In Jail? Need Bail?
Tyler County
Bail Bonds
Deanna L. Beam, Bondsma’am
Home: (409) 283-3346
Cell: (409) 454-0411
Get what you need in Kountze
IV Antibiotics
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy
Physical Therapy
Wound Care
Skilled Nursing
Post Surgical Rehab
Hospice Care
Outpatient Therapy
jasper county tractor
Ask for Natasha Brown
604 FM 1293 • Kountze, TX 77625
(409) 246-3418
Pine Arbor Healthcare Center
Riley funeral home
JOHN DEER • KAWASAKI • KRONE • RHINO
“Taking Care of Our Community”
Sales and Service
402 S. Magnolia, Woodville, TX 75979
Kevin Dean, Owner
James Dean, Owner
IV Antibiotics
Skilled Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Post Surgical Rehab
Speech Therapy
Hospice
Physical Therapy
Respite Care
Wound Care
Outpatient Therapy
Estem Certified for swallowing disorders and facial paralysis.
Ask for Natasha Brown
705 Hwy 418•Silsbee, TX 77656 409-385-0033
tyler county title, llc
318 West Dogwood
Phone: (409) 283-2582
Email: tfortenberry@tylercotitle.com
We close real estate and provide a full
range of property transaction services
in house and fast.
254 Ethel Street
Jasper, TX 75951
Phone: (409) 384-5995
Fax: (409) 384-1184
terrynapper@yahoo.com
www.lakesareahospice.org
riley monument co.
913 US Hwy. 190 W.
Woodville, TX 75979
(409) 283-8131
Windmill Farm RV Park
& Bed and Breakfast
Honesty is our
most important product.
Contact us by calling:
409-547-3433 or 409-377-0126
Woodville Auto Sales
340 CR 1245• Warren, TX 77664
(409) 283-2878 Fax: (409) 331-9133
Email: windmillfarmrvpark@yahoo.com
CMYK
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Business Directory
•
SPURGER WOODWORKS, INC.
PHILLIP HOOKS
New Homes &
Remodeling
Commercial / Residential
Design & Build
Custom Cabinets
Backhoe • Dozer • Dump Truck
House Foundation • Ponds • Roads
Clearing • Dirt • Rock • Compost
Made With Quality Products
Serving Tyler Co. & Surronding Areas
P.O. Box 23
Spurger, TX 77660
(409) 429-3610
Cell: (409) 200-1400
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936-676-5568
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DIRT • ROCK • DOZER
Foundations, Roads, Driveways,
Land Clearing, Lakes, House Pads,
Tractor work, maintainer work
CEMENT WASH-OUT
GREG KIRKPATRICK
409.547.3433
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Roofing • Leveling • Foundation Repair
CONVENTIONAL & AEROBIC SEWER SYSTEM
BACKHOE WORK
Hammock House Moving
and Leveling
KEITH SHEFFIELD
Woodville
Skid Steer - Mini Ex - Trencher
Boom Lift - Forklifts - Etc.
Free estimates • References Furnished upon request
P.O. BOX 575
SPURGER, TX 77660
Greg & Thelma Kirkpatrick
Owners
(409) 377-0126
409.423.4870
409.622.1578
PH: 409.656.1974
EMAIL: JKSHEFFIELD@SBCGLOBAL.NET
County Extra
1-5
Savanna Pike
Sales Rep.
(409) 377-4045
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Whitetail Ridge
Fire Department
Fundraiser Jan. 11
The Texas Forestry Department has given a
$200,000 dollar grant to the Whitetail Ridge
Volunteer Fire Department for a new pumper
and other equipment, They need to come up
with 10% before receiving the funds. They have
been doing fundraisers and a boot drive to receive the funds. Now they are having a benefit
concert thrown for them by the community of
Whitetail Ridge featuring The Texas Backroad
band. It will be held January 11 from 7 p.m. to 11
p.m. There will be door prizes, food for sell, music
and fun. There will be a $10 dollar door charge for
singles and a $15 dollar door charge for couples,
however if you would like to purchase a ticket in
advance singles will be $8 and couples will be $10
dollars in advance. For more information, to make
a donation, or to purchase a ticket please contact
Denise Lilly our treasurer at 713-501-8933.
Tyler County Chamber of Commerce President Amy Bythewood presents the December
Business of the Month Award to Mayor Don Baird and the City of Colmesneil. Pictured
left to right are: Nell Broussard, Mic Cowart (Entergy), Keith Barnes, Bythewood, Cody
Bowen, Carrie Edwards and Baird.
Top 10 New Years resolutions for 2014
1 Lose Weight
2 Getting Organized
3 Spend Less, Save More
4 Enjoy Life to the Fullest
5 Staying Fit and Healthy
6 Learn Something Exciting
7 Quit Smoking
8 Help Others in Their Dreams
9 Fall in Love
10 Spend More Time with Family
News Years Resolution Statistics
Percent of Americans who usually make New Year’s Resolutions
45%
Percent of Americans who infrequently make New Year’s Resolutions
17%
Percent of Americans who absolutlely never make New Year’s Resolutions
38%
Percent of people who are successful in achieving their resolution
8%
Percent who have infrequent success49%
Percent who never succeed and fail on their resolution each year
24%
‘Christmas for the birds’ a big hit with participants and birds: Shown in the picture is a
group youth and adults making pine cone bird feeders for the birds at Camp Niwana
to supplement native feed sources through the winter. High protein peanut butter
and bird seed combined on a pine cone will hang from trees to attract and feed birds
through the winter. “Snowman soup” was a delicious refreshment along with cookies
enjoyed in front of the fireplace and while making the feeders. This is an annual event
at Camp Niwana so make plans for next year to join us for this fun event. For more
info, www.campniwana.org
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