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I spent last week with my parents, which is always fun. My father has been having trouble with his legs, and tasks that involve getting up from the ground are hard for him, particularly if the ground is steep or slippery—and that is a pretty accurate description of the shoreline where the dock lives over the winter.

Whether a dog greets you with a wagging tail at the door or a cat curls up beside you with a soft purr, these moments express trust and unconditional love. By nurturing our relationship with our pets, we go beyond basic care to create lasting, heart-to-heart connections that benefit both humans and animals.

For everything we do, or attempt, and everything that inspires us to succeed, there is a WHY behind it. It's usually 'HowTo.' which implies many patient, relentless hours pursuing a craft or career.

Joe L. Whittlesey, alongside his lovely wife Bennie and good friend Betty Jordan (pictured holding the certificate) was presented with the 75 Year Service Award, by the Grand Lodge of Texas at Littleton Fowler Lodge in Hemphill on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Jerry Black, the Deputy Grand Master of Masonic District No. 19 presented the award which recognizes over seven decades of dedication, loyalty, and service to Freemasonry and to his Lodge.

Sabine County emergency officials are moving forward with a three-phase recovery plan to rebuild a critical communications tower in the western portion of the county after a severe storm on May 23 completely crippled radio networks for first responders. The tower, located on Whitehead Road near FM 2426 (Yellow Pine-Pineland Road), sustained devastating damage during a high-wind weather event.