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Chamber holds Business of the Month Luncheon

Chamber holds Business of the Month Luncheon

Eastland Chamber of Commerce held a Business of the Month luncheon for Bobby Blackwell at Texas Farm Bureau last Tuesday. Those attending to congratulate him were l-r: Amy Hazelwood, Candy Kanady, Arleth Cisneros, Belinda Anderson, Ashley Dietrich, Andrew Schneider, Tiffany Beard, Bobby Blackwell, Maritza Sanchez, Lindy Mathews, and Patti Woolam. Photo: Bob Hickox 07/06/2023 12:00 AM

Sure Way to Stay Cool!

Sure Way to Stay Cool!

Our third place winner of ECT”s photo competition: Two happy kids enjoy the cool water at Eastland’s swimming pool and a ride on the turtle. Come by the newspaper to pick up your prizes! 07/06/2023 12:00 AM

Patriotic Concert at Ranger College

Patriotic Concert at Ranger College

The Eastland County Community Choir, along with the Eastland County Community Band, will be presenting a patriotic music concert on Saturday, July 8, at Ranger College, in the school’s new auditorium at 6:00pm, with free admission for all. 07/06/2023 12:00 AM

EASTLAND COUNTY MUSEUM NEEDS TO REPLACE AIR CONDITIONING

EASTLAND COUNTY MUSEUM NEEDS TO REPLACE AIR CONDITIONING

With temperatures in the 100’s these past few days, the Eastland County Museum is facing a major obstacle: 07/06/2023 12:00 AM

What are You doing to stay Cool this Summer?

What are You doing to stay Cool this Summer?

“What are you doing to stay Cool in the Summer Heat?” was the theme of our recent online photo competition. 07/06/2023 12:00 AM

Amber Contreres Eastland HS

Eastland County Retired Teachers Association Awards Scholarships to Eastland County Seniors

The Eastland County Retired Teachers Association awarded four scholarships to Eastland, Cisco, Gorman, and Ranger seniors for 2023. Each scholarship recipient received a $500 scholarship to attend Cisco College or Ranger College. 07/06/2023 12:00 AM

Eastland Historic Hotel completes New Renovations

Eastland Historic Hotel completes New Renovations

By: Sierra Wells The Eastland Historic Hotel has completed renovations and welcomed a brand new coffee shop to its building. 07/06/2023 12:00 AM

Melba Ruth Aaron Obituary

Melba Ruth Aaron Obituary

07/05/2023 01:10 PM

Youth Make & Take Arts and Crafts Camp July 21

Youth Make & Take Arts and Crafts Camp July 21

06/30/2023 08:11 AM

Farm to Table Day Camp Friday, August 4

Farm to Table Day Camp Friday, August 4

06/30/2023 08:10 AM

Food Safety is the Main Ingredient to a Successful July 4th Cookout

Food Safety is the Main Ingredient to a Successful July 4th Cookout

Whether you’re a grill master or a firsttime barbecue cook, food safety should always be part of your routine to ensure a healthy and happy Fourth of July. 06/29/2023 12:00 AM

State Capital Highlights

State Capital Highlights

State Capital Highlights 06/29/2023 12:00 AM

Graham Livestock Market Report

Graham Livestock Market Report

GRAHAM LIVESTOCK COMMISSION, LLC Sale Every Monday Starting at 10:00 AM, Graham, Texas (940) 549-0078 June 26, 2023 Receipts were 1834 including 418 Packer cows, Bred Cows, and Pairs.1416 Yearlings and Calves. We had 207 consignors and 58 buyers. Packer cows were steady to $2 higher. Packer bulls were steady to $3 higher. Young replacement cows and pairs were steady with a good demand. The market for steers and heifers weighing 500# and under were steady to strong. The market for steers and heifers weighing over 500# were $2-$5 lower. We had a good run of cattle with the market being steady. 06/29/2023 12:00 AM

Multi-county range and brush program June 29

Multi-county range and brush program June 29

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will present the Multi-County Range and Brush program on Thursday, June 29 in Brownwood. The program will be held at the Adams Street Community Center, 511 East Baker. 06/29/2023 12:00 AM

Scranton Musical July 1

Scranton Musical July 1

Our first summer musical at Scranton will be on Saturday, July 1, 2023. Beth Bailey of Cisco will host the meal with German sausage and barbecue sauce (optional), beans and potato salad. The cost is $6.00 for the meal which includes tea or coffee with free refills and $1.00 for dessert. You will have the option of a sandwich for $1.50. 06/29/2023 12:00 AM

Conflicting Stories About the Beginning of Football in Texas

Conflicting Stories About the Beginning of Football in Texas

The Houston Chronicle printed an article in 1994 about the 100th Anniversary of Texas High School Football in Texas. I wrote them and said, “You did pretty well because you just missed it by one year; it began in 1893, the same year that the University of Texas first played a football game against Texas A & M.” I never got a reply from them. 06/29/2023 12:00 AM

Recipes

Stars & Stripes Ice Cream Cones 06/29/2023 12:00 AM

It Seems To Me

We can still celebrate our Independence! A few years ago I traveled to Hawaii with friends and took a tour on the USS Missouri, a ship known as the “Mighty Mo”, anchored in Pearl Harbor. As I walked through the ship, memories drifted through my mind of some months I had served on an aircraft carrier in peace time. I was greatly impressed that this 887 foot long ship, weighing 58,000 tons, could travel up to 33 knots (38 mph). 06/29/2023 12:00 AM

Indepenence Day History

Indepenence Day History

George Washington issued double rations of rum to all his soldiers to mark the anniversary of independence in 1778, and in 1781, several months before the key American victory at the Battle of Yorktown, Massachusetts became the first state to make July 4th an official state holiday. 06/29/2023 12:00 AM

Our Underwriters Are Key, Says Cisco Writers Club

Our Underwriters Are Key, Says Cisco Writers Club

Cisco Writers Club pays out approximately $1,500 every year in prizes, made possible by CWC's generous underwriters. Besides juicy first, second, third and honorable mention awards, contestants can win one of ten special awards. 06/29/2023 12:00 AM

ORDER RESTRICTING OUTDOOR BURNING

ORDER RESTRICTING OUTDOOR BURNING

WHEREAS, the Commissioners Court has determined that circumstances present in all or part of the unincorporated area of the county create a public safety hazard that would be exacerbated by outdoor burning; IT IS HEREBY ORDERED by the Commissioners Court of Eastland County that all outdoor burning is banned in the unincorporated area of the county to begin June 26, 2023 for 90 days from the adoption of this Order, the same being September 23, 2023, unless the restrictions are terminated earlier based on a determination made by the Texas Forest Service or this Court. This Order is adopted pursuant to Local Government Code 352.081, and other applicable statutes. This order does not prohibit outdoor burning activities related to public and safety that are authorized by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for (1) firefighter training: (2) public utility, natural gas pipeline or mining operations; or (3) planting or harvesting of agricultural crops; or, (4) burns that are conducted by a prescribed burn manager certified under Section 153.048, Natural Resources Code, and meet the burn manager certified under Section 153.048, Natural Resources Code, and meet the standards of Section 154.047, Natural Resources Code. The County Judge may rescind this Order upon a determination that the circumstances that required the Order no longer exist. In accordance with Local Government Code 352.081 (h), a violation of this Order is a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine not to exceed $500.00. ADOPTED this June 26, 2023, by a vote of 4 ayes and 0 nays. THIS NEW BURN BAN WILL BECOME EFFECTIVE June 26, 2023 County Judge, David Hullum 06/29/2023 12:00 AM

TOO HOT TO HANDLE

TOO HOT TO HANDLE

Too Hot to Handle - theme of the May’s Lunch & Learn hosted by Eastland Memorial Hospital - was very timely and much needed. As it turned out, people across Texas were to experience higher than usual and even record breaking temperatures beginning in June. Those attending the program were given expert advice by Collin Craig, EMT - Paramedic, on heat related injuries and emergencies and - very important prevention. 06/29/2023 12:00 AM

6th Annual Miles for Meals 5K

6th Annual Miles for Meals 5K

(formerly Old Rip 5K) benefiting the Eastland Meals on Wheels at the Siebert Elementary School 06/29/2023 12:00 AM

2024 HISTORIC PRESERVATION GRANT APPLICATION PERIOD CLOSES JULY 3

2024 HISTORIC PRESERVATION GRANT APPLICATION PERIOD CLOSES JULY 3

The City of Eastland Historic Preservation Board began accepting applications April 3, 2023 for the 2024 Historic Preservation Grants. The application period runs through July 3, 2023. The board anticipates making recommendations from the applications to the City Commission at their regular September monthly meeting. The 2024 Grant period runs October 1, 2023 through September 1, 2024. Approved grants must be completed and reimbursed by September 15, 2024. 06/29/2023 12:00 AM

Youth enjoy a game in Lake Leon at the Solid Rock Camp Teen Week

Youth enjoy a game in Lake Leon at the Solid Rock Camp Teen Week

Youth enjoy a game in Lake Leon at the Solid Rock Camp Teen Week 06/29/2023 12:00 AM

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