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Chasing dinosaurs: Kentucky light line specialist finding more giants on Texas waters

Chalk up another IGFA line clss world record alligator gar for light tackle specialist Art Weston. Caught earlier this month at Sam Rayburn Reservoir, the 7.04-footer weighed 188 pounds.

’Cat relay team edged out of state qualification

The Mexia 4x200-meter relay team came within one second and one place of qualifying for the UIL state meet with their performance at the Region III-3A meet at Waco Midway on Saturday,April 20.

Bulldogs thrash Hubbard behind Perez’ one-hitter

The Wortham baseball team scored six runs in the bottom of the sixth inning to finish off an 11-1 victory over Hubbard at Wortham on Tuesday, April 16.

’Cats fall short in second-place showdown

In a battle for second place in District 20-3A, Groesbeck snapped a tie with four runs in the sixth inning and held off a Mexia rally in the bottom of the seventh to claim an 8-6 victory at Blackcat Field on Tuesday, April 16.

Wild hogs roam in Mexia

On the outskirts of the city where the residential area fades to the wooded plain, feral hogs are venturing into neighborhoods to root for food at night.

News

Missy

Missy is a 2-year-old Snowshoe Siamese who is fully vetted and just spayed. She is ready to join your household. For adoption information contact kitteryrescue.org.

Reminder: Limestone Med Center Foundation’s $10,000 drawing fundraiser is fast approaching

Time is running out to secure your chance at winning big and supporting a crucial cause!

Wortham Cemetery to join Wreaths Across America

National nonprofit Wreaths Across America announced today that the Wortham Cemetery will be joining in the mission to Remember, Honor, Teach, as an official location for 2024.

Sports

Westwood edges Ladycats in softball finale

A late comeback fell just short as the Mexia softball team lost a close 9-8 decision at Palestine Westwood in their final game of the season Friday, April 19.

Five long years: ’Cats end playoff drought by beating Westwood

The Mexia baseball team ended a five-year playoff drought with a 6-1 victory at Palestine Westwood on Friday, April 19.

Chad Walker fish tourney honors legacy of service

The Groesbeck community will gather Saturday, April 27, at Lake Limestone Park for the 2nd Annual Chad Walker Memorial Fishing Tournament, a heartfelt tribute to a beloved local hero and a testamen

Obituaries

Frances Daniell

Our hearts are heavy that Frances Daniell, our beloved and sweet mother and grandmother, died on April 21, 2024, after a short illness. She was 85 years old.

Judy Lynn Stark

Funeral services for Judy Stark, 53, will be held on Saturday, April 27, at 2 p.m. at Bowers Funeral Home in Teague. Shane Winters will officiate. Interment will follow at Point Enterprise.

Sandra ‘Sandy’ Kerzee

Funeral services for Sandra “Sandy” Kerzee, 76, will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 25, at Bowers Funeral Home in Teague. Brother Joe Beil Reid will officiate.