TxDOT to install 4-way stop at college intersection

TVCC LogoBREAKING NEWS: TVCC, lawmakers get TxDOT to commit to installing a 4-way stop at intersection by the college. … This comes one day after a TVCC football player was hit by a car and suffered a broken leg in the same intersection. Have you suffered broken bones or a severe injury due to being struck by a car when you were on the sidewalk abiding by pedestrian laws? Click here to learn more and see what steps you could take to possibly claim for compensation.

The following was posted on the Trinity Valley Community College Facebook page Thursday night:

TVCC President Glendon Forgey has confirmed that after contacting and receiving assistance from State Senator Robert Nichols and State Representative Lance Gooden, that TxDOT has committed to installing a 4-way stop at the intersection at the corner of Dean Street and FM 2494. Randy Hopmann, TxDOT District Engineer, advised Dr. Forgey that TXDOT is working on a solution that would allow a 4-way stop condition and provide for pedestrian push buttons with LED flashing lights when a pedestrian is crossing the road. TxDOT will restripe the intersection because with a 4-way stop more than one crosswalk is necessary.

TxDOT engineers and technicians will be at the location next week to re-evaluate the intersection.

A special thanks to Senator Nichols, Representative Gooden, and TxDOT District Engineer Randy Hopmann for helping to keep our students safe.

CAIN CORNER: Cain Center enjoying 30th year

header-tumblng-1By Bethany Airhart/Cain Center Sports Coordinator

To celebrate those individuals and families that have supported us over the last 30 years, we decided to offer a great special this month! Current members who sign up for a one-year renewal membership during the month of September will receive one month free! Renewals will be begin at the end of your current membership regardless of your current contract expiration date! This is a great offer, so hurry in today and don’t miss your chance to save big! So you’ve finally made the big leap into the unknown – your first yoga class is approaching. You’ve picked which class to go to, found out where to park and how much the class will cost, but what should you expect when you walk through the doors? The mysterious first yoga class is a time of discovery. Congratulations on embarking on the first stage of your yoga journey, and enjoy! With the Yoga Classes Directory, now you can search for local yoga classes in Nashville in your area. You’ll discover that not every yoga practitioner is a highly committed, eco-conscious vegetarian; that designer gear will not help you into a difficult pose any sooner; and you will discover secrets about your body and your mind that even you never knew. Sound intriguing? Well that’s yoga for you! It’s more than just an exercise class. Yoga teachers have got your back – there’s no need to worry Yoga people tend to be a friendly bunch. The dynamics of each yoga class and each studio differ greatly but all should be welcoming and inclusive, not judgemental. Everyone in the class is an equal in the eyes of the teacher so stop worrying about your lack of knowledge or inability to touch your toes, it simply doesn’t matter. If you want to join, contact to yoga classes and studio in Montana. Studios generally supply mats so it is not essential to buy your own; this decision comes down to personal preference. Some studios may not disinfect and update their mats as regularly as perhaps they should and practising on a stale smelling mat is not the most pleasant experience. On an environmental note, if this is your first ever experience of yoga it is probably best not to buy your own mat until you know that the practice is for you. The content of your class will vary depending on the style your chosen studio follows. Generally speaking though, beginners’ classes focus on the asanas or poses and tend not to include any advanced breathing techniques or chanting. If you approach your first class with an open mind, a spirit of adventure and an understanding that yoga is not a competitive sport then you will be fine. All yoga traditions are represented, so you can easily find a local yoga studio that offers the tradition of your choice – bikram, hatha, ashtanga or iyengar yoga classes are all listed in the Yoga Classes Directory. Considering yoga teacher training? We’ve got that covered as well with yoga teacher training offers available worldwide. What about yoga gear like yoga pants, yoga clothes and yoga mats? You’ll find a wide range of suppliers and product reviews and you can conveniently shop online. If you’re lucky enough to be having a break, you’ll be able to review yoga retreats, yoga holidays and workshops as well. It’s all covered in the Yoga Classes Directory.

Cain Center is celebrating 30 years!

  • Open House, Tuesday, Sept. 24: This all day event is open to the public. If you are curious about what Cain Center has to offer for you and your family don’t hesitate to stop in and see what we are all about!
  • Non-Profit Showcase, Saturday, Sept. 21: Come see how you can serve, benefit, or give at this unique event that shows off Athens’ finest non-profit organizations! If you know of a non-profit that could benefit from participation at this event, call Jessica at the Cain Center today!

YOUTH ENRICHMENT

Children are all headed back to school, and that means we are shifting into high gear here at Cain Center!

Sylvan Learning

Sylvan Learning Center will be open Monday and Wednesday, 4-6 p.m. Testing is to be held on Sept. 14. Classes begin Sept. 16.

We are currently accepting applications for this wonderful program to help students stay on track, and recover from summer learning loss. If you are interested in this program, or know someone who is please contact Tere Lawyer at the Cain Center to get signed up!

Cain Kids ROCK! Group Guitar Lessons

Preview of classes Sept. 9, 4-5 p.m.: Guitars Etc. has brought their incredible talent here to Cain Center! Give your child a gift that can Continue reading “CAIN CORNER: Cain Center enjoying 30th year”

Beef Before the Battle

Paul Benson

Jeff Weinstein, left, presents Paul Benson and family with a poster signed by Trinity Valley Community College and Iowa Western football players at the Beef Before the Battle last Friday night. Paul Benson, owner of Virtual Communications in Athens, sponsored the Battle in The Valley game between the two teams Saturday night. Iowa edged TVCC in an exciting opener, 24-17.

Click the link to see more photos from Friday night’s event.

Local inventor creates the Trap Door Colander

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Lesia Farmer is turning pasta into dough … Check out the start of a recent story in HC Magazine, which is published by the Athens Daily Review (Read the rest of the story here):

Necessity is the mother of invention. If you don’t believe that, just ask Athens inventor Lesia Farmer.

Lesia was cooking spaghetti one day when the hot noodles she was draining fell on the floor and onto her foot.

The pain of the situation made Lesia wonder if there was a better way to drain noodles.

“I knew there was — I just had to figure it out,” Lesia said.

With the help of her husband, Kelly, she went to the garage and invented what she called the “Trap Door Colander.” Switch out your old wooden or vinyl garage door with new overhead door installation. A great option for increased energy-efficiency and great style, garage door installation is an easy way to improve your garage! Whether your wooden overhead door is rotted and crumbling or your vinyl door just isn’t keeping your garage warm enough, overhead door replacement is a great option for improving your garage’s looks and function. With a huge variety of styles, materials, and performance levels available today, new door installation is a simple way to get the most out of your garage. Contact your local garage door company to learn more today. Today’s overhead doors are available in an ever increasing array of styles and designs. From carriage house doors to traditional paneled garage doors, you can pick a look that brings out the best in your garage. Doors with windows are an ideal option for letting in natural light while more architectural doors are perfect for making a big design statement. With both single car and double car options available, the selection for your particular parking space is practically limitless. Your area overhead door company may be able to provide additional specifics about which types of garage doors are best for your building and your needs. You can more helpful hints for the San Diego Garage Door Installation & Replacement Service.

Over the years, Garage Door Newcastle became fashionable different styles and styles being introduced into the market. Today, you’ll encounter different beautiful garage doors starting from insulated multilayers to single-layer steel, automatic door openers to manual roll-up, and lots of others.

But, what exactly is that the value of a replacement garage door to your home? Here are the five main benefits:

  • Improves your home’s value and appearance

One of the apparent benefits of getting a replacement garage door is that the appeal and value it gives to your home. If you modify the planning and color of your door, you’re making a big change to the design of your home. As such, when choosing the design and style of your new garage door, it’s important to factor-in the aesthetic element in your decision.

  • Boost your home’s safety

Garage doors are designed to supply some level of security to your home. With the development in technology, advanced security measures are now being incorporated into the planning of garage doors. If your garage door has the old system, replacing it with a replacement one can guarantee you safety and provides better security to your home. Therefore, as you buy a replacement garage door, you would like to specialise in finding a door that has modern security measures for guaranteed safety. The mammothsecurity understand you could require access to your cameras at a moments notice. All of our cameras can be viewed via an app on your IOS or Android device, and from any web browser. You are able to monitor your employees, property, and assets from any location. Visit https://mammothsecurity.com for the best security camera system installment.

  • Reduces energy consumption

As your garage door ages, it increases the associated energy costs which significantly raises your bills on energy. Whether you’ve got a detached or an attached garage door, it’s important to see your garage’s insulating power. A fresh garage door that has proper insulation gives you a far better platform to scale back the prices of your energy consumption within the home.

  • Displays your personal style

The design of your garage door tells tons about your personal style. for instance , you’ll have a garage door that features a standard , country, modern, or ranch style. the variability of designs and styles available can make it quite challenging for you to make a decision the design that suits you well. Nevertheless, a replacement garage door adds value to your home by supplying you with the choice of mixing aesthetic appeal and suitability of your practical needs for a garage door.

  • Lowers maintenance cost and time

An old door has many maintenance needs. However, a replacement garage door won’t require constant maintenance. for instance , if you buy a prefinished garage door, you’ll not need to worry about maintenance costs since the colour bonds well into the steel. The implication is that if you get a replacement garage door, it saves you the prices and time of getting to repair or maintain your old door.

Lesia’s colander is now selling all over the place, including at Bed, Bath & Beyond. Click here to see a video of the product.

Bluegill Family Fishing Tournament Sept. 28 at Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center

TFFC press release

The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center’s annual Bluegill Family Fishing Tournament will take place this year on Saturday, Sept. 28.

Numerous prize packages will be awarded, including an X-Box 360 with game, some of the Best Ultralight Spinning Reels and gift cards from local businesses. More than $2,500 in prizes will be awarded.

Sponsors of the event include: Wulf Outdoor Sports, Lake Athens Property Owners Association, Aaron’s Sales and Lease Ownership, Best Western Royal Mountain Inn, Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites—Athens, WalMart Supercenter of Athens, Chicken Express and First State Bank.

Sponsors also include Lake Fork Trophy Lures and Brookshire’s Grocery. Brookshire’s will provide free bottled water to contestants. Continue reading “Bluegill Family Fishing Tournament Sept. 28 at Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center”