Local option jokes, politics, and prizes spark town chatter
A sprawling column notes Yantis Texas election talk with Ken Hinton’s wet plan offering tax breaks and perks, a Nader note in McGovern chatter, webworm battles with pesticide ideas, and a Football Contest kickoff with weekly and season prizes, urging readers to submit by Friday.
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Sulphur Springs
Ken Hinton
Goodfellows
George
Shriver
this week
Ralph Nader
consumer advocate
One Car Crash Totals Mustang Mach I. Driver Seriously Hurt
A Mustang Mach I was totaled in a single vehicle crash near Sparenburg Thursday morning. Russell Clayton Ball, 19, of Route 1 Ackerly, was hospitalized in serious condition after a left rear tire blew out and the car skidded into a bar ditch, flipping multiple times. The incident was investigated by Department of Public Safety officer Gary Hill and Arvin Kilpatrick.
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Sparenburg
Department of Public Safety
Gary Hill
Arvin Kilpatrick
Dawson County Fair Plans Nearing Completion
Plans for the Dawson County Fair move ahead with setup Tuesday as the barn clears and equipment shifts in. The event scheduled September 13 to 16 aims to top last year with added attractions, 60 trophies, and increased prizes including a new 250 cash award funded by local sponsors. A Children’s Barnyard and a broader horse show are among new features, with participation open to all ages. County Agent Lee Roy Colgan urges volunteers to exhibit diverse animals and contact the County Agent’s office for details.
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Colgan
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Dawson County Auto Insurance Rates See Mixed Changes
Dawson County residents face a mixed update in auto insurance with many groupings showing small decreases and several increases. Adults with good driving records may see reduced rates, while younger and unmarried drivers under 21 or females under 21 could face higher costs or smaller cuts depending on coverage type and deductible. The Safe Drivers Plan and training credits also affect renewal savings, with actual savings varying by policy.
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Dawson County
Morris
Horse Club Awards Event Scheduled
The annual 4-H Horse Club Award Bar-B-Que will be held Tuesday at 8 p.m. at the Forrest Park Community Center. High Point individuals and runners-up in about 20 classes will receive trophies across senior, junior and pee wee divisions. Over 175 people are expected. A special “Friend of the 4-H Horse Club” award will be named.
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Forrest Park Community Center
High Point
Dollar Day Labor Day Bargains in Local Ad
Labor Day weekend brings local shoppers a first rate Dollar Day with many shops open while schools pause. Offices banks and government offices take a breather. agri businesses pause too. The Press-Reporter features all the best buys in today’s ads.
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