Groesbeck Journal

That was the goal of the Groesbeck FFA chapter recently as they made their way to victory while competing in a National FFA Convention contest sponsored by Ford.

Commissioners designate Tree of Angels Day, Dec. 4

Limestone County commissioners canvassed and approved the precinct returns from the Nov. 6 General Election at this week’s commissioners court meeting.

Thornton VFD finally gets its own Jaws of Life

The members of Thornton Volunteer Fire Department are very happy these days because they were just approved for a grant to buy their first set of the “Jaws of Life,” equipment used to extricate people who are trapped in wrecked cars.

CITY SUPERSTARS

Mayor Ray O’Docharty is proud of a great many things about the City of Groesbeck, as well as the role he has played in improving the Friendly City for the past five years.

Pro Am Bass Trail held on Lake Limestone

Pro Am Bass Trail competitors took on Lake Limestone Saturday, Nov. 10 for their second event this season, and Dean Alexander was named the victor of the tournament for his total weight of 17lbs 8oz. between the seven fish he caught.

Largest Texas Food Drive Only A Week Away Food for Families set for Nov. 16

The Fishes and Loaves Food Bank is asking Groesbeck community members to donate food or money toward the Food for Families drive on Friday, Nov. 16 to help reach a

Local News

Blessings in October Completes Nine Years

“Many hands make the work light.” That statement proved itself true once again as 124 volunteers made repairs to 16 homes during Blessings in October’s annual workday.

By Charles Eastburn

CITY SUPERSTARS

Mayor Ray O’Docharty is proud of a great many things about the City of Groesbeck, as well as the role he has played in improving the Friendly City for the past five years.

By Alexandra Cannon

CORRECTION:

Last week, there was an error in printing the photo of Mrs. Jackson to go with her feature (City Superstars: Brenda Jackson, City Secretary). We at the Journal apologize for that error.

Area News

Cause of prison inmate death undetermined

Limestone County Sheriff Dennis Wilson said Monday it may take weeks before authorities know the cause of death of a 20-year-old inmate at the Limestone County Detention Center, but he is certain i

Lights, Camera, Cows, and 3000 dollars?

That was the goal of the Groesbeck FFA chapter recently as they made their way to victory while competing in a National FFA Convention contest sponsored by Ford.

By Jennifer Paul

Commissioners designate Tree of Angels Day, Dec. 4

Limestone County commissioners canvassed and approved the precinct returns from the Nov. 6 General Election at this week’s commissioners court meeting.

By Roxanne Thompson

Sports

Middle School Reports

GROESBECK 7TH

GRADE A TEAM

Groesbeck vs Buffalo

STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

Election results reveal larger than usual turnout

GOAT FOOTBALL COMES TO AN END

As in the past two seasons, a playoff spot was there for the taking for the Groesbeck football team in its final regular-season game Friday.

By Skip Leon

Opinion

Chamber Directors select banquet speaker and make holiday plans

Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors met on Tues. Nov. 6.

By Jennifer Paul

CITY SUPERSTARS

*** Several city employees have devoted a majority (or the entirety) of their career to Groesbeck, and we at the Journal want to recognize their tireless efforts through highlighting their work.

By Alexandra Cannon Staff Writer News@groesbeckjournal.com Photograph Image/jpg Brenda Jackson, City Secretary