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The Marlin Lions Club held its annual Automobile Car Show on June 8 in downtown Marlin on the Falls County Courhouse Square. Many cars and trucks were on display and several activities were available for all that attended. Melinda Foster/ THE MARLIN...

Here are two motorcycles on display at the show that represent the industry’s past and, perhaps, its future.

American Legion Riders motorcycle show brings enthusiasts to downtown

The 2019 American Legion Riders Post 31 Motorcycle Show was held in conjunction with the Lion’s Club 2019 Annual Automobile Car Show on Saturday, June 8, in a fun, family-oriented outdoor arena, the Downtown Marlin Falls County Courthouse Square....

Memorial Day Salute

Memorial Day was presented by the Falls County Historical Commission in partnership with the American Legion Post 31. The event took place at the First Baptist Church in Marlin at 11 a.m. on May 27. It has been the custom to hold the services at the...

Moving On

The Marlin High Class of 2019 said goodbye to high school during commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 31. At left, graduates get ready to turn their tassles. At right, Valedictorian Jaqueline Galvan gives her address. Photos provided by Terri...

The expansive lawn of the 1875 Bassett House will be the site of the official Texas Historical Marker dedication on June 8, 2019.

Bassett Farms Conservancy open house set for June 8

For the first time in its history, the 1875 Bassett House, thought to be the oldest brick house in Limestone County, will be open to the public on Saturday, June 8. The historic 2,400-acre Bassett farm and ranch was settled in 1871 and bequeathed to...

Nick Landy (left) as Mad Jack Parker - dude looks like a lady.

Theater ends season with sold out performance

The Comedy Dinner Theater at the Palace Theatre ended its spring season to a sold out performance. Whether you enjoyed the food, the acting, or both, you were not disappointed. “The Marquis Crossing Ladies Society’s First Attempt at Murder” is a...

Sports

Marlin alum Breiman Alexander selected for NAIA All-Star game

The NAIA recently announced the two teams in the return of its Men’s Basketball All-Star game scheduled for tipoff at 6 p.m.

Bulldogs lose in area round of playoffs

After winning its bidistrict playoff game, the Marlin boys’ basketball team was knocked out of the playoffs in the area round.

Marlin finishes its season with a 14-15 record.

Lady Bulldogs State Tournament

Opinion

June 14 was named Flag Day on Aug. 3, 1949

Early American history notes Elizabeth Griscom (Betsy) Ross as the seamstress credited with making the first American flag.

By Ol’ Jim Cathey

We all say thank you and God Bless America

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for remembering the people who died while serving in the country’s armed forces.

By Ol’ Jim Cathey

One of the best blessing started 55 years ago in Dublin

The month of May offers many blessings and one of the best started 55 years ago at a church alter in Dublin, Texas. Spring time is a wonderful time of the year.

By By Ol’ Jim Cathey

News

Marlin ISD to investigate district affairs, superintendent

The Marlin Independent School District Board of Managers voted to hire an independent agency to investigate district affairs and Superintendent Michael Seabolt’s performance on June 5.

By Melinda Foster

Juneteenth Celebration set for June 19

The Marlin Juneteenth Club will celebrate the 47th Annual Juneteenth Celebration on Wednesday, June 19. The celebration will be held at the Falconer-Stamp Center at 322 Durr Street.

Lions Car Show

The Marlin Lions Club held its annual Automobile Car Show on June 8 in downtown Marlin on the Falls County Courhouse Square.