Santa joins Texas drive safe push in holiday campaign
Texas state troopers and local police step up DWI enforcement over Christmas and New Year. TxDOT partners with Mothers Against Drunk Driving and industry groups to use Santa in a statewide reminder not to drink and drive. The campaign cites 1998 alcohol related crashes in Texas and promotes sober driving through a slogan and multilingual materials.
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Update From Van Zandt County Sheriff on First Month
Sheriff Pat Burnett recounts his initial month in office after election on Nov 7. He describes reorganizing command and patrol structures, creating permanent districts, reestablishing divisions, new reporting, and interagency meetings. A $22,000 block grant, new hires, training plans, and a burglary ring bust are noted as early achievements.
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Spirit of Christmas Food Drive Seeks More Donations
The 19th annual Spirit of Christmas Food Drive runs through December 21 seeking non perishable items to feed 10 000 Texas Arkansas and Louisiana families. Brookshire s and Super 1 Foods sponsor with Lions Club of Grand Saline aiding sorting and delivery.
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Phi Theta Kappa Inductees Include Amanda Spencer
The College News chapter of Phi Theta Kappa named new members last month. Amanda Spencer of Grand Saline was among those inducted, joining the international honor fraternity for junior and community colleges. Eligibility requires 12 semester hours of associate degree coursework and a 3.5 GPA or higher.
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Van Zandt County Library Holiday Schedule Update
The Van Zandt County Library closes December 23 to 26 for Christmas and again December 30 to January 1 for New Year. It reopens January 2 and resumes Children's Story Time January 5 with the theme Little Bear Little Animals.
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Perry successor to hold duties of lieutenant governor without title
In Texas the Senate will elect Perry’s replacement to perform the duties of lieutenant governor but not hold the title. The President of the Senate becomes the formal job, while the duties remain. The piece also urges citizen lobbying basics and notes a grant opportunity.
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