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Rainbow Girls attend state conference

Pictured, from left, are Shelby McGallian, Kayla Rife, Carrie Currey, Tara Trimmins, Samantha Ramos, Mrs. Tonya Currey (Mother Advisor), Emily Currey, Michelle Sanderford, and Tori Smith. (COURTESY PHOTO)

The Gun Barrel City Masonic Youth Rainbow Girls attended their state conference in Frisco, June 20-23. The Gun Barrel City Assembly was recognized for being an Exemplary Vanguard Assembly, for their participation in Boxtops and Labels for Education and Take Time to Read programs, recycling old ink cartridges and cell phones, supporting the Scottish Rite Hospital as the State Charity Project, and competing in ritualistic competition. Carrie Currey was recognized for her 5-year membership in Rainbow, and Tara Trimmins and Tori Smith were recognized for their 3-year membership in Rainbow. Carrie and Tori earned their proficiency certificates. Carrie was awarded the Martha Marie and Victor C. Whitfield Scholarship and was later also delighted with her appointment to Grand Texas Flag Bearer. In addition, the girls participated at the sessions as pages and guards and sang in the choir.

The Gun Barrel City Rainbow Girls and Pledges will hold Open Installation of Officers on Saturday, July 13 at 9 a.m.

The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls is a service-oriented, leadership organization for girls between the ages of 11 and 20. Rainbow Girls participate in a wide array of activities, including leadership training, service projects, competitions, and annual retreats. Their younger group, the Pledges, have activities for girls ages 7 to 10. Please contact Mrs. Donna Dean at 903-345-2001 for more information about the Rainbow Girls or Mrs. Tonya Currey 903-275-3524 or visit www.txiorg.org. The Gun Barrel City Rainbow Girls and Pledges are proudly sponsored by the Cedar Creek Lake Masonic Lodge and the Gun Barrel City Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star on Legendary Lane in Gun Barrel City.

U.S. Supreme Court to hear Brownsboro child porn case

By Michael V. Hannigan

The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to hear a child pornography case which originated in Brownsboro.

At issue in the case is restitution to victims of child pornography.

In January 2009, Doyle Randall Paroline of Brownsboro pleaded guilty to possession of child pornography and was sentenced to 24 months in federal prison. Paroline admitted to having more than 150 images of child pornography, he should have just stuck to watch adult porn on dosexvideo at least that’s legal.

According to the Courthouse News Service, at least two of those images were of a girl listed as “Amy” in the court record. Amy’s uncle “sexually abused her, filmed his actions and shared them with others.”

A Reuters story explained why the case is before the Supreme Court:

“The legal question is how much Paroline is required to pay in restitution under the 1994 Mandatory Restitution for Sexual Exploitation of Children Act. Amy said Paroline is liable for the full amount of her injury – such as counseling and loss of future income – while Paroline said he should only be liable for his individual role. Amy has claimed $3.4 million.”

A federal court initially denied Amy’s claim for restitution, but the appeals court approved full restitution. Paroline has appealed that decision to the Supreme Court.

The Courthouse News Service reports that Amy has received restitution in at least 174 child pornography cases across the country.

Nichols re-files transportation funding legislation in second special session

State Sen. Robert Nichols speaks with a staff member in this file photo. (Courtesy Photo)

Sen. Robert Nichols press release

Within minutes of a second special session being called yesterday, Sen. Robert Nichols (R-Jacksonville) filed SJR 1 for a constitutional amendment to dedicate 50 percent of all oil and gas severance taxes currently transferred to the Economic Stabilization Fund (ESF) to the state highway fund.

“I am thankful for Governor Perry’s leadership in calling this session to address such an important issue,” said Nichols. “Our state’s economy depends upon having a safe and reliable road system.”

According to estimates from the comptroller’s office, SJR 1 could deposit as much as $900 million a year into the state highway fund. The resolution stipulates that the funds could only Continue reading “Nichols re-files transportation funding legislation in second special session”

Obituary: Loreta Faye Jones

Memorial services for Loreta Faye Jones, 78, Brownsboro are scheduled for 4 p.m. Saturday, June 29, 2013 at First United Methodist Church in Brownsboro with Brother Buddy Powell and Larry McDaniel.

Mrs. Jones passed away on June 25 at her residence in Brownsboro.

She was born Aug. 30, 1934 in Brownsboro to the late Jacob and Chloe Anther Brown.

Loreta was a graduate of Brownsboro High School and a lifelong resident of Brownsboro. She married Bill Stone in her early 20’s and was married for 15 y ears when he passed away. They had two children, Robert Stone and Laurie Stone. She married again to George Jones on September 5, 1972 and he already had two daughters.

Loreta was very involved with her family and community. She was a long time member at First United Methodist Church, Brownsboro. She always wore a Continue reading “Obituary: Loreta Faye Jones”

Obituary: David ‘Poppy’ Beavers

Funeral services for David “Poppy” Beavers, 74, of Athens have been scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday, June 29, 2013 at Living for the Brand Cowboy Church with Bro. Dale Perry officiating.

Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.

Mr. Beavers died Wednesday, June 26, in Tyler.

He was born July 20, 1938 in Delwin to the late Samuel Eugene and Bessie Lee Lerrmon Beavers. After serving in the U S Navy, David worked in the oil field industry in Pampa. He then went to work for Yellow Freight Company from 1965 until retiring in 1980. He married Mary Jo Carrigan in Amarillo November 25, 1971. They moved to Athens in 1982 and David operated M. J. Mowing Service until his death. He and Mary are members of the Living for the Brand Cowboy Church of Athens and have been active members Continue reading “Obituary: David ‘Poppy’ Beavers”