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East Texas Crisis Center Burglarized

Somebody broke into the East Texas Crisis Center building in Athens this weekend and ransacked the offices, according to Executive Director Donna Johnson.

The alarm wires were cut and a back window broken in. At least two laptop computers were stolen along with some related electronics gear. Luckily there was very little cash in the building.

Also fortunately, the center’s confidential files were locked away and remained safe.

Even the phone lines were effected, and the center’s main phone number isn’t working. If you are trying to call the East Texas Crisis Center in Athens, please use the rollover number: 903-675-5882. You can also use the Crisis Center’s 24-hour hotline number, 800-333-0358. Continue reading “East Texas Crisis Center Burglarized”

Donations for PWC Garage Sale Continue to Amaze

The Pinnacle Women’s Club is pleased to announce it has now filled 10 storage units with gently-used clothing and household goods which have been donated by their 150 members for their Annual PWC Garage Sale.

Co-Chair, Rebeca Brisendine, said “This means we will once again be able to fill the Mabank Pavilion with lots of exciting merchandise for out loyal customers.”

The sale is scheduled for Thursday, October 9, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday, October 10, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Pictured are ,seated, Larry Brisendine, Teresa Cromer and Michael Comer. Standing are the Garage Sale Co-Chairs, Rebecca Brisendine and Sheri Green.

Entries Sought for Till Memorial Golf Tournament

By Jayson Larson/TVCC Public Information

Scottish poet Thomas Campbell once said, “To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die.” Those words have served as a poignant remembrance of Kevin Till, whose death from cancer five years ago set in motion a legacy of beginnings, rather than endings, at Trinity Valley Community College.

The Kevin Till Memorial Rodeo Scholarship Golf Tournament benefitting the scholarship through the TVCC Foundation is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 17, at Athens Country Club. Entry fee is $75 per person or $300 per team (individuals are welcome and will be joined with a team). Prizes will be awarded following the event.

This year will mark the fourth year the scholarship has been given. The first recipient was Clay Hayes of Canton, followed by Wenceslao “Lightning” Aguilera of Athens in 2012, Coy Brittain in 2013 and Justice Cathey in 2014.

Kevin’s parents, Dean and Yvonne Till of Athens, worked hard to make the scholarship a reality following their son’s death in October 2009. Though it typically takes several years to raise the funds to endow a scholarship, the Tills were able to raise $25,000 for the fund in one year, one month and two days. Continue reading “Entries Sought for Till Memorial Golf Tournament”

Man Arrested for Public Intoxication, Drugs

At approximately 1:47 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 27, Henderson County Sheriff Office Deputy Linus Moulton was dispatched to FM 2495 near the Lake Athens area of Henderson County to a welfare concern. Deputy Moulton observed a white male in the middle of the roadway on FM 2495. Deputy Moulton identified the male as William Riggins. While speaking with William, Deputy Moulton observed William to be intoxicated and he placed him under arrest for public intoxication. A search of William’s person was conducted and a loaded syringe containing a liquid substance believed to be methamphetamines was located inside of William’s shoe. William was then transported to the HCSO Jail for Possession Controlled Substance and Public Intoxication.

In the state of Texas, Possession Controlled Substance is a 3rd Degree Felony. The charge carries imprisonment in the Texas department of criminal justice for not more than 10 years or less than 2 years. In addition to imprisonment, an individual may be fined not to exceed $10,000. In the State of Texas, Public Intoxication is a Class C Misdemeanor. This charge if adjudged guilty is punishable by a fine not to exceed $500.

Methodist Men BBQ to Benefit Disciples Clinic

It’s time again for the 6th Annual Methodist Men’s BBQ, the proceeds of which benefit the Disciples Clinic. This year it will be on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church Activities Center, 225 Lover’s Lane in Athens. Barbeque brisket will be served, along with potato salad, baked beans, coleslaw, bread, drinks (coffee, tea and water) and chocolate chip cookies. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Tickets will also be sold at the door.

In addition to all the delicious food, a raffle will be held at 2 p.m. for three great prizes. The big prize of the day will be a $1,000 pre-paid Visa card that can be spent any time, anywhere on anything your heart desires. There will also be a 42-inch flat screen HD TV and a Lenovo G50-30 Laptop. Tickets for the raffle are $20 each or six for $100. Only 500 tickets will be sold for the raffle. Get yours in advance or at the door.

Come for the food and fellowship and you may go home with a prize! Continue reading “Methodist Men BBQ to Benefit Disciples Clinic”