By Brenda Sommer
Managing Editor
A recent state-level decision to rid Texas of lesson plans that come with a curriculum system used by 78 percent of Texas school districts – including Mexia ISD – will have little or no effect on operations here.
On Monday, Sen. Dan Patrick, R-Houston, announced... + continue reading
Mexia Independent School District Secretary Phyllis Connell, left, leads newly re-elected school board members Culetta Beachum, center, and Cheryl Cockrell in swearing their oaths of office at Monday’s school board meeting. Mexia News photo/Roxanne McKnight
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
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If your old refrigerator or washing machine is driving your electric bill into the stratosphere, you might want to buy energy-efficient replacements this weekend and save money at the same time.
Refrigerators, dishwashers, clothes washers, ceiling fans and a few other products with the EPA Energy... + continue reading
By Roxanne McKnight
Staff Writer
Tomorrow is the day Limestone County officials open the sealed bids submitted by prison management companies vying to take over running the Limestone County Detention Center, the county-owned private prison.
Commissioners court called a special meeting to open... + continue reading
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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
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... + continue reading
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
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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
