By Roxanne McKnight
Staff Writer
When people pay with a check, they tend to think of it as just another form of money, but once the check is accepted by the payee, it takes on a secret life in an unseen, electronic world – and a man in Mexia is a key player in that world.
Tommy Eves is an... + continue reading
Mexia’s Tommy Eves, an advanced software engineer with Jack Henry and Associates, tells members of the Rotary Club of Mexia how his company makes money move between banks and individuals. Mexia News photo/Roxanne McKnight
Student volunteers, from left, Terrance Freeman, Jeremy Price and Ariel Ballard pick up trash from the creek that runs through Hughes Park, in Mexia, as part of a clean-up effort May 9. The event saw 95 members of HERO, a program at Mexia High School that channels students efforts in volunteer charitable activities, take part in the day’s activities. Mexia News photos/Roxanne McKnight
Mary Edwards, left, of Mexia, confers with co-worker Tanya McCloud, of Groesbeck, at the nurses’ desk at The Manor, from which Edwards, 81, recently retired but is still on call to work. Mexia News photo/Roxanne McKnight
Hannah Jacobs, 3, of Mexia, makes friends with a camel, with a boost from her grandmother Rebecca Jacobs Tuesday afternoon. The animal was part of Hedrick’s Exotic Animal Farm, of Nickerson, Kan., which set up shop in Mexia for a few days. Owners of the petting zoo will be in town until Sunday on U.S. 84 in the lot between Chickadoodles and Rowdy Ranch. Mexia News photo/Roxanne McKnight
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By Brenda Sommer
Managing Editor
A fugitive is still at large after he allegedly led Mart police on a chase that ended in far western Limestone County and injured two officers.
Limestone County Sheriff Dennis Wilson said his department at one time had two deputies involved in the chase.
It... + continue reading
By Roxanne McKnight
Staff Writer
A fire broke out this past weekend at the Limestone County Detention Center, the county-owned private prison in Groesbeck, but firefighters were able to extinguish it fairly quickly and no one was injured.
The incident occurred late Friday, around midnight, and... + continue reading
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Dr. Sharon Ross, shown visiting with guests at Monday night's Mexia ISD school board meeting, during which she was named sole finalist for the job of superintendent.
By Brenda Sommer
Managing Editor
Mexia ISD trustees announced their lone finalist to become the district’s next superintendent after a brief closed-door meeting Monday night.
After their 20-minute executive session, the board re-convened in open session and voted unanimously with all present to... + continue reading
Coach Carlos Daniels presents the MVP Award to Ariel Ballard at the Mexia High School Girls Sports Banquet Tuesday evening. Amy Johnson was given the 'Heart of a Ladycat' award at the banquet, but the photo opportunity was too fleeting. Mexia News photo by Roxanne McKnight To see lots more photos from the banquet, pick up a copy of Thursday's The Mexia News, or subscribe to our e-edition.
Coach Carlos Daniels presents the MVP Award to Ariel Ballard at the Mexia High School Girls Sports Banquet Tuesday evening. Amy Johnson was given the 'Heart of a Ladycat' award at the banquet, but the photo opportunity was too fleeting. + continue reading
Brian Hullum, president of the Mexia Baseball-Softball Association and Cammecia Strain show attendees the sign created to honor Strain’s son, T’Aveon ‘T.T. Johnson, who was killed in a car wreck last summer. T.T., who was active in baseball, was only 8 years old when he lost his life. Behind Hullum and Strain are many family members and friends who turned out to honor their loved one. Mexia News photo/Roxanne McKnight
By Roxanne McKnight
Staff Writer
A Mexia family was devastated last summer – Aug. 26, 2012 – when a car accident on a rain-slicked highway near Wortham took the life of 8-year-old T’Aveon “T.T.” Johnson. Last weekend, friends and loved ones took a step to make sure T.T. is not forgotten.
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Accolades fell upon eight Blackcats baseball players as the 19-3A All-District Baseball Team was released this week.
Catcher Zach York and second baseman Clynt Platt received All-District Honorable... + continue reading
Coach Carlos Daniels presents the MVP Award to Ariel Ballard at the Mexia High School Girls Sports Banquet Tuesday evening. Amy Johnson was given the 'Heart of a Ladycat' award at the banquet, but the photo opportunity was too fleeting. Mexia News photo by Roxanne McKnight To see lots more photos from the banquet, pick up a copy of Thursday's The Mexia News, or subscribe to our e-edition.
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Second amendment not outdated
After reading Dale Brown’s letter to the editor on Saturday, I came to the conclusion that Mr. Brown was a great Ag teacher but doesn’t really understand history or... + continue reading
