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U.S. soldier, freed after more than a decade, welcomed home to Groesbeck

Friends and family members of former U.S. Army 1st Sgt. John Hatley – and other well-wishers – stood Saturday along Highway 14 to welcome him home.

Goats force seven turnovers, trample Kemp 53-7

Groesbeck put on a show on both sides of the ball as they walloped Kemp, 53-7, at Kemp on Tuesday night.

Hatley welcomed home with special ceremony

John Hatley, a longtime Army ISG, was given a big welcome home this past weekend.

A golf tournament to remember

Sue Allen, Damon Allen’s mother, gives a heart-felt thanks to those who participated in the third annual Allen Family Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Tri-County Golf Course at the Vineyards. She is flanked by Justin Allen, Damon...

Goats force seven turnovers, trample Kemp 53-7

Groesbeck put on a show on both sides of th

1st Sgt. John Hatley returns home

Local News

Shepherds Sayings

Jesus said true peace comes like this.

Spooktacular Halloween Tips

Dealing with COVID-19 in 2020 has been more trick than treat. The pandemic has forced us to adjust our everyday lives, cancel plans and wonder how to observe upcoming holidays safely.

How to cope with physical changes resulting from cancer treatment

Among American and Canadian women, breast cancer ranks as either the most commonly occurring cancer or a close second.

Area News

Thornton Senior News

Good to know that we are still serving over 20 people on an average each week as 23 showed up this week.

Surviving the holidays: Grief support and coping strategies

The holiday season is once again in our sights, and while many anxiously await family/friend gettogethers and making merry in general, others will have a different perspective.

The Kosse Cyclone

Trick-or-Treat in Kosse

Sports

Lions club has program on “Remembering World War II”

At its meeting on Wednesday, October 13, following a brief business meeting the Groesbeck Lions Club heard a presentation on World War II with the program being presented by yours truly, Tom Hawkin

Goats clinch playoff spot with 51-41 win over Teague

The Groesbeck football team has shown that resilience leads to success. And this year, it’s also led the Goats back into the playoffs after a two-year absence.

By Skip Leon Sports@themexianews.com

Eagles victorious in return to action

In the team’s return to the field after a several-week absence, the Fairfield Eagles’ varsity football squad picked up a Wednesday night victory in Eustace, 27-6.

By Thomas Leffler Editor@fairfield-recorder.com

Opinion

Accusations rock Attorney General’s office

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is battling back against seven top aides who accuse him of bribery and abuse of office.

By Highlights

Shepherds Sayings

Jesus prayed, “that all believers, then and now, may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you.” (John 17:21) He prayed for absolute and total unity between “all” believers.

Tom’s Topics

General Election Day -- 2020 is rapidly approaching us with the election day date being November 3. Early voting began on Tuesday of this week and will continue through Friday, October 30.

Lifestyle

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

OCTOBER 17 5 pm-8 pm Freestone Cowboy Church Fall Jamboree 105 FCR 740 Teague, Tx 75846. Gospel Music, Cake Auction, Chili dogs, Frito Pies, Beans & Cornbread.

Groesbeck Lions Club installs new members

The Groesbeck Lions Club installed new members at its meeting on Wednesday, October 7. Sharon Fredriksson, Club president, presided during the meeting.

Local couple donates to PD

A local couple shared their kind nature last week with a donation to the Groesbeck PD.

Obituaries

Francine Ann Alewine

Francine Ann Alewine, of Groesbeck, ended her work in this life on Wednesday, October 7, 2020, at age 82, to enter her eternal home in heaven with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and her beloved h