Programs empower youths through performing arts, community service
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“I’m going to put you to the test.” Listen for the clues and cues, Sandy Redd told her young charges last week: Intro. Outro. Hook. Verse. Bridge. How do they feature in “Old Town Road” and other songs? The kids needed to know the musical components if they wanted to write a song to be
Read MoreWO superintendent’s resignation on agenda Friday
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White Oak ISD trustees are expected to meet in special session Friday and take action on the superintendent’s resignation. The closed session agenda for the noon special meeting June 14 states: (1) Resignation of Superintendent, (2) Superintendent Search Process; then action resulting from the closed meeting. On Monday night the school board remained restricted in what they
Read MoreBurning questions spark fresh reminder
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The City of Gladewater does not issue burn permits. It’s a frequent inquiry at City Hall and Gladewater Fire Department, and local officials are angling to simplify the answer. Whether conditions are wet or dry, the municipality reminds residents to adhere to the state guidelines published by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. They’re available
Read MoreCity warns drivers of flooding at Gay Avenue bridge
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The most recent observation puts the Sabine River level at 35.95 feet, and it’s forecasted to crest as early as 7 a.m. Sunday – a portion of Gay Avenue’s already under water, and city officials want locals to be on alert. For Gladewater City Manager Charlie Smith, the National Weather Service’s mantra of “Turn around,
Read MoreCrime takes bite out of officer
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Fortunately, it didn’t break the skin. One of Gladewater Police Department’s ‘frequent flyers’ was arrested after allegedly shoplifting and creating a disturbance at Dollar General. Before the incident was wrapped up, however, 35-year-old suspect Angela Baird allegedly added Assault on a Public Servant to the list of allegations against her. According to a GPD report,
Read MoreRemembering D-Day
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On June 6, 1944, Allied forces crossed the English Channel and landed on the beaches of Normandy, France in a massive offensive to liberate Western Europe from the occupation of Nazi Germany. With 176,000 troops arriving by landing craft and ships, as well as nearly 14,000 aircraft, the Allied forces were able to secure Northern
Read MoreIT’S RODEO TIME!
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Find out everything you need to know about the 87th Annual Gladewater Round-Up Rodeo here! 2024 Rodeo Special Section
Read MoreGirl found safe after being swept away in drainage ditch
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(Photo: A vehicle drives through floodwaters on Shell Camp Road Tuesday afternoon following days of rough, wet weather.) A 13-year-old Gladewater girl fell into a drainage ditch during Sunday’s severe storm, prompting a rescue effort that, fortunately, turned out to be unnecessary. According to a GPD release, emergency personnel were called out to Bumblebee Park
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