White Oak library will remove 7th book after challenge
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A third ‘Library Materials Challenge’ saw another book banned from the White Oak School & Community Library Monday. Four committees members voted 3-1 to remove “Queerfully and Wonderfully Made: A Guide for LGBTQ+ Christian Teens.” The majority cited concerns about “inappropriate,” “irresponsible” and “unsafe” guidance in editor Leigh Finke’s 2020 work. On the other side
Read MoreUnion Grove’s Tuesday showcase spotlights pathways for Career & Technical Education
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Come see what’s next, Union Grove ISD says. Community members are invited to visit the school Tuesday, March 17, for a spotlight on the district’s growing Career & Technical Education opportunities, priming youngsters for their futures. “Union grove is hosting a CTE showcase to display the amazing things students are accomplishing in our programs,” said
Read MoreGISD urges families to back off buzzing beverages
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Gladewater ISD campuses are cracking down on caffeine. Monster, Alani, Celsius and Red Bull are just a few of the boosting beverages in the crosshairs considering their impact on students’ health. If an energy drink is brought on campus, it’s going in the garbage, according to GISD Health Services’ Marissa Blanco in a March 3
Read MoreGladewater Band Car Show returns downtown March 21
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The second annual Big Bear Band Car Show is set for Saturday, May 21, downtown on Pacific Street. There will be more than 60 awards across all categories, organizers say, and it’s just $20 per vehicle to enter. Registration runs 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. that morning on Pacific Street between Dean and Center. Awards
Read MoreGladewater welcomes $48K annual agreement with grant consultant
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After demurring on the first proffer of service, Gladewater City Council members are now embracing Lone Star Consulting’s Steve Hofmann and crossing their fingers he’ll deliver again with mutually-beneficial federal funding. After a previous ‘No’ from city leaders, it was Hofmann who led the charge to secure $1.5 million from the Department of Homeland Security
Read MoreTexas Comptroller sends $1.1 Billion in monthly sales tax dollars back to local governments
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(AUSTIN) — Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced today he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.1 billion in local sales tax allocations for March, 2.1 percent more than in March 2025. These allocations are based on sales made in January by businesses that report tax monthly. Local Sales Tax Allocations –
Read MoreOptions Abound at Texas State Parks for Spring Break
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AUSTIN — For many Texans, spring break is around the corner, and those planning their travel routes and trips should take a gander at the happenings at the more than 89 Texas State Parks. During busy seasons, many of the most popular Texas State Parks are expected to reach capacity quickly. Park
Read MoreALL BOOKED UP | Library gets read-y for unveiling of new section Saturday
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Feel free to judge the book by its cover Saturday – after all, the authors put a lot of thought into it. By all means, don’t stop there: Some of those same independent authors are going to be nearby at Lee-Bardwell Public Library March 14, waiting and hoping that new readers will dive into their
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