Courthouse Destroyed By Fire In Newton County
A bell tower fire destroyed the Newton County Courthouse in East Texas just as a state historical grant was to fund repairs. Over 50 firefighters from about a dozen departments battled the blaze as residents watched. the building, built largely with knotted pine, held sentimental value and had appeared in Texas magazines. The state fire marshal’s office investigated the cause while county officials planned future repairs and salvage efforts for records.
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Marine recruiter found dead in Sabine River
Smith County investigators identified 23 year old Marine Corps recruiter L D Parker of Lewisville as the man shot to death and dumped in the Sabine River. Parker last spoke by phone July 30 and was reported missing by his estranged wife Kimberly Parker. An angler found the body Tuesday near the river shore, bound in duct tape inside a cloth sack. The lawmen believe the shooting occurred elsewhere and the body was dumped in the Sabine River.
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Mormons to open newest temple in Houston area
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will dedicate its 34 000 square foot Houston temple this month, cost 17 million, serving Mormons in south central and east Texas. Tours run until Aug 27, then access by bishop recommendation only. Rex Pinegar oversees Texas region. Temples are sacred sites distinct from chapels, with about 97 built worldwide and 17 000 chapels.
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