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MISD students gave a whole new meaning to “cafeteria food.” They prepared dishes on day one that left the aroma of an Italian restaurant in the halls and day two, a “Neighborhood hamburger joint.” The students participated in a tasting and cooking...

Burn Ban lifted

The Falls County Commissioners lifted the Burn Ban on Dec. 27.

Marlin Christmas Parade

The Marlin Christmas Parade filled the streets with holiday cheer on Dec. 12 in downtown. Winners were: Business Decorations: 1st Place: Falls Community Hospital & Clinic; 2nd Place: Marlin Police Department; 3rd Place: Falls County Treasurers...

Grand Reopening

The Falls County Historical Commission celebrated a Christmas Grand Reopening on Thursday, Dec. 12. The festivities featured a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony marking the official reopening of this cherished local landmark. The event offered an opportunity...

Bulldogs top Mason to move on

The Marlin Bulldogs won a hardfought battle with 6th-ranked Mason to earn a spot in the Quarterfinals on Friday night in Cedar Park. Marlin defeated Mason, beating the Punchers 40-37 in an exciting contest to advance to the next round. Marlin...

New Warming Station Opened

There was a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Hazel and Joe Lewis Wellness Center at 1111 Park Street on Saturday morning. The center will be a warming station for when it is cold outside. Pictured from left to right are Byrleen Terry, Elizabeth...

News

New Sheriff In Town

Falls County has a new sheriff. County Judge Jay Elliott swore in Jason Campbell as the county’s new sheriff on Jan. 1.

Photos courtesy of Guy Clemmons

Legislative session begins on Jan. 14

The 89th Texas legislative session begins on Jan. 14 with a still-unresolved race for speaker of the Texas House of Representatives.

By Gary Borders, Capital Highlights

Otto Chili Supper set

A Chili Supper will be held on Jan. 17 from 5-8 p.m. Dine in (free refills) or carry out. Kids $6 and adults $12. At Otto Community Center, 106 CR 163D in Riesel. Homemade desserts for sale.

Opinion

A tribute to the American Cowboy … myth or reality?

My young bride Stella and I wish each of you a happy and prosperous New Year!

By Ol Jim Cathey

Texans are proud of their heritage and state

Texans are known throughout the world for being proud of their heritage and their state.

By Ol Jim Cathey

Texas is a state filled with history and lore

Texas is a state that is filled with history and lore.

By Ol Jim Cathey

Sports

Lady Dogs perfect in district

The Marlin Lady Bulldogs girls basketball team traveled to take on the Axtell Lady Horns on Friday, Jan. 3.

The Lady Bulldogs handily defeated Axtell, winning 49-22.

By Ryan Heller

Bulldogs continue to win

The Marlin Bulldogs basketball team finished their in-season tournament hosted by China Spring during the weekend of Dec. 27-28 with a 50-40 win against Manor New Tech.

By Ryan Heller

Bulldogs battle in China Spring

The Marlin Lady Bulldogs girls basketball team participated in the Aggieland Invitational in College Station during the weekend of Dec. 26-28.

By Ryan Heller

News

New Sheriff In Town

Legislative session begins on Jan. 14

Otto Chili Supper set

Opinion

A tribute to the American Cowboy … myth or reality?

Texans are proud of their heritage and state

Texas is a state filled with history and lore

Sports

Lady Dogs perfect in district

Bulldogs continue to win

Bulldogs battle in China Spring

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