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December 17, 2009 RSS feed / Community News

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8th Grade Field Trip

Sometimes when an 8th grade teacher or group of teachers is feeling adventurous or suicidal, they plan a field trip. The problem is that 8th grade students’ brains are often not fully developed and sometimes nonexistent. More...

Christmas On The Frontier

by U.S. Sen. John Cornyn

It’s not every day that men are asked to check their spurs at the door before they can enter a party or social gathering. More...

From the Chef’s Corner

Basic Dessert Crepes & Orange Dream Crepes
by Chef Deedle

If you would like to impress over-night guests with an outstanding breakfast, start with a thin, delicate crepe pancake. Wrap it around a sweet filling and cover it with a special sauce. More...

4-H Top Sellers

Pictured above are Charlie Schindler and Nathanael Clifford, members of the North West Lee County 4-H Club. More...

Chamber Dinner

The Lexington Chamber of Commerce had their annual dinner Monday, December 7. Several members were recognized for their contribution to the Chamber and its endeavors. More...

Tomie Floyd & Amanda Alice Moses Beard

Married June 3, 1917 Grandparents of Opal Jane Lewis of Lexington We are looking for old wedding photos, pre 1920, to publish in a special wedding issue. Please send them to us or bring them in and we will scan and return them to you immediately. More...

About Bird Migration

Bird migration has fascinated and confused humans for centuries. More...

Giddings Library News Corner

By Loree Rost

Stop by the Giddings Public Library today in order to get a good supply of books to read during our winter time weather. Wicked Prey by John Sanford is a Lucas Davenport thriller set in Minnesota. More...

Grandma’s Brag

Cope Holland, Harley Sherman, Madyson Iselt, Kadarina Iselt, and Cole Dockery.

Cope, Madyson, Kadarina and Cole are the grandchildren of Vickie and Ferman Iselt. Great grandparents are Jean and Ervin Griffith. They are shown with their friend, Harley. More...

A Grateful Nation Must Honor Veterans For Their Service

By U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison

One of the greatest honors I have in my public life is the opportunity to thank our veterans for their service to America. Throughout our history, U.S. More...

Comptroller Shares Texas Holiday Facts

During the holiday season, people across our state will gather together and celebrate with friends and family to exchange gifts, offer thanks and reflect on the past year. More...














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