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BREAKING NEWS

MARLIN DEMOCRAT PHONES DOWN

There has been line work going on along the west side of the Brazos River across Highway 320. Metal poles are replacing the 50-year-old plus wooden poles throughout the countryside.

Holiday Meal

Faith, Hope and Love held its annual Holiday Meal for the community on Saturday. Vehicles pulled up to the back door to pick up their plates. Above, chefs prepare the meal to be given out.

Food For Families 2020

The Marlin Samaritan House participated in Food for Families this year as a donation site on Nov. 20. Workers pause for a picture in front of their building in Downtown Marlin, which is currently undergoing renovations.

FOUND COW

A cow was picked up and taken to the Falls County Sheriff's Department on Friday, Nov. 20. If you or anyone you know are missing cattle, please call FCSO at (254)883-1000 with any and all information. The animal is filly black with a small bit of...

A Green Porch Light for U.S. Veterans, Please

On the 11th day, of the 11th month, we pay a special tribute to our veterans—honoring those who served in every war since our nation was founded. Whether it was the beaches of Normandy, the hills of Korea, the mountains of Afghanistan, the deserts...

Falls County celebrates Veterans Day

Veteran Day 2020 has come and gone, but the memories of those we honor and the sacrifices they made remain in our thoughts. The Falls County Historical Commission has for many years been the sponsor of this national holiday event to honor our men...

News

New Powerlines

There has been line work going on along the west side of the Brazos River across Highway 320. Metal poles are replacing the 50-year-old plus wooden poles throughout the countryside.

Falls County Property Transfers

Warranty Deeds

Joyce Timm to Elsie P Troyer, Christian G Troyer, 37.03 AC Isaac B Bradley survey A121

By Falls County Clerk

Falls County Jail Logs

By Madison Mahoney

Opinion

Researcher spotlights ‘invisible incentives’

The Texas Enterprise Fund took a hit for lack of transparency in a new research paper from the National Freedom of Information Coalition.

By Chris Cobler

Some Trades Are Not Worth Making

By Larry Jackson, Rosebud Church of Christ

Thanksgiving

Traveling along life’s journey while we are just planning to get through the day, we are probably unconscious of any potential life changing circumstances that may occur.

Sports

Football season concludes with bi-district loss

The Marlin Bulldogs finished out the season on Thursday, Nov. 12, with a devastating loss against the Bosqueville Bulldogs.

By Madison Mahoney

Photo by Mark Pelzel

Bulldog co-captains sign letters of intent

Lady Bulldogs Aniya Williams(#3) & Yasmen Maxwell (#5) signed letters of intent to play basketball during their college careers on Wednesday, Nov. 11.

By Madison Mahoney

Bulldogs headed to playoffs after loss to Italy

The Marlin Bulldogs suffered a devastating loss against the Italy Gladiators Friday night. The game ended with a score of 61-6, leaving the Bulldogs (4-4) and second in district play.

By Madison Mahoney