La Marque seeks growth amid council's steady course
La Marque City Council moves ahead efficiently under Mayor and City Manager Gary Jackson. Budget time approaches with plans for resurfacing Newman Orange and Amato roads and a 5 year community development idea. The Texas Racing Commission dog track could boost revenue and Dickinson voters face a 13 cent tax increase for six years for street repairs.
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Texas Racing Commission
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Newman
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Dickie Little Benefit Dance to Aid Cancer Patient
Friends of Dickie Little host a benefit at Hope Arena in Galveston to help cover medical expenses for Dickie Little, a longtime La Marque resident battling multiple cancers. The event features Radio London and a performance by F.O.D.L. with tickets from 13.50 pre sale, 15 at door, donations mailed to First Bank of La Marque.
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John Sealy Hospital
Travel Junction
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Cedar Barber Shop
Lockwood Supplies
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TCR Credit Union
Texas City
First St
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Moses Honored by La Marque Teachers Association
Dr. Mike Moses honored at a May retirement reception as nominated for the Texas Administrators of the Year. He began 14 years in education across Duncanville Garland Tatum La Marque, holding roles from teacher to superintendent. He serves in multiple education groups and community boards, praised for open communication and humor that steady teachers through reform efforts.
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East Texas Educators Association
North Texas Schoolmasters Association
Phi Delta Kappa
Association of Texas Professional Educators
Moses
la Marque Chamber of Commerce
la Marque United Methodist Church
Masonic Lodge
Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce
la Marque Rotary Club
Mainland United Fund
Boy Scouts
la Marque
Roosevelt Wilson students sharpen math skills at Math-a-thon
Roosevelt Wilson Elementary in Texas City joined the nationwide Math-a-thon to boost math skills with free materials from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Fifty-two students raised 2117 dollars with sponsors pledging per problem. 34 collected at least 25 dollars and six surpassed 100 dollars, earning shirts and tote bags while all received certificates. The event was organized by fourth grade teacher Rene Hardage.
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St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital
St. Judge Children's Research Hospital
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Roosevelt-Wilson
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La Marque HS names humanitarian award honoree
Virgil Davis, called Trey, is the first La Marque High School Humanitarian Award recipient for consistent service to LMHS students. Principal George Banda presented the honor at Academic Awards, noting his help with handicapped peers and wheelchair repairs. Davis also won the national I Dare You Leadership Award, presented by assistant principal Sarah Giles.
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LA Marque
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Developmental Living Center
Woodshop
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Trey
Davis
I Dare You
Sarah Giles
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American Youth Foundation
Wiliam H. Danforth
Ralston Purina Company
St. Louis
Mr. Danforth
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Texas City-La Marque Chamber
Star Shoto
Doug Loveday
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Continental Can
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Oklahoma State University
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Julie Heckendorn
Mike Moses
Roosevelt Wilson
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