KPYN News for Friday August 27, 2010

ATV Permits Go on Sale Soon for Hunters. At Clear Springs and Big Creek, there are few hunters that get to hunt with the assistance of an ATV. The use of all terrain vehicles (ATVs) is prohibited excepted in designated areas by permit only at Wright Patman Lake but soon the permits will be going on sale. Dean Attaway tells more. For more information call 903 838 8781.
The U.S. Forestry Service said that two sections of the Albert Pike Recreation Area are open today for day use only but the future most heavily damaged campsites where 20 people were killed during the June 11th flash flood are still up in the air. Areas A and B which include Access to a popular swimming hole on the west side of the Little Missouri River are open beginning today for Swimmers and picnickers but no overnight camping will be permitted.

Items collected by the United States Forestry Service after the Albert Pike Camp Ground flash flood are back at the Pike County Fairground’s Crawford building in the Glenwood, Arkansas this weekend and victims can claim their belongings again today and tomorrow from 8 a.m. till 4:30 p.m. The next available dates will be September 3rd through September 4th and September 10th through September 11th

KPYN News for Thursday August 26, 2010

Cass County issues Burn Ban. Yesterday on the Original Trading Post, Chad Wiley, the District Fire Coordinator, called in to announce that a Burn Ban is now in effect for Cass County. Rising Heat Temperatures increase chances of wild fires. The current spell of extremely hot weather is baking the Texas landscape and sapping the moisture from pine straw, grasses and other vegetation which the result is rising wildfire danger. As our fields and forests continue to dry out, one spark is all it could take to put an entire neighborhood or community at risk. Chad Wiley Tells more information. For more information on fire safety you can contact 903 756 5571

Today there will be a Pesticide Applicators Training at the Morris County Annex, next to Morris County Courthouse on HWY 259 in Daingerfield. There is a $5 fee. Gene Bobo with the Linden Extension Service tells more. If you require auxiliary aids, services, or other accommodations for this meeting due to a disability, please call to determine how reasonable accommodations may be made. For more information call 903 756-5391
GED Classes will be offered Mondays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 8:30 at the Atlanta High School Vocational Building. Classes will be held Monday and Thursdays. In Linden Classes will be in the Elementary building in the computer room 308 on Tuesdays. For more info call 903-796-3712

KPYN News for Wednesday August 25, 2010

KPYN News for Tuesday August 24, 2010

Lighting Strikes again! Sunday Night’s Lightning storm was a beautiful thing to watch, however once again has struck KPYN causing all day Monday to be off the air. According to Robert Delgiorno, KPYN sales manager, KPYN was knocked off the air around 2am Monday Morning and returned to airwaves Monday evening at 9:04pm after engineers worked 19 hours gathering up equipment, and putting it together. KPYN appreciates the calls of concern and support and we appreciate our listeners patience and loyalty during our troubled time.

There will be a softball tournament benefit this weekend. Yours truly, Jamie Goodson, spoke with TJ Hawkins and he gives KPYN more information.” The location will be held at the Atlanta Sportsplex to benefit Tommy Payne and his family. Tommy has been diagnosed with Cancer and his family is in need of assistance”. The tournament will be held on August 28 at 8am. The entry fee is $125 per team. The last day for registration is August 27. For more information contact TJ Hawley at 903 824 2545

Two area men were recognized for their heroic efforts in saving the life of a child in July. Corey Atkinson and Carl Richard, both of Texarkana, received the Life Saver Awards from the Texarkana Texas City Council. Corey Atkinson saw a child fall into a creek next to a water treatment plant and as he was running to get a rope to help the child, Carl Richard saw the boy as well and the boy was saved.

Notice of Regular Meeting The Board of Trustees Atlanta ISD
A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Atlanta ISD will be held August 24, 2010, beginning at 6:00 PM in the District Administration Building, 106 W. Main St., Atlanta, Texas.
The subjects to be discussed or considered or upon which any formal action may be taken are listed below. Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on this meeting notice. Unless removed from the consent agenda, items identified within the consent agenda will be acted on at one time.
1.Pledge of Allegiance, Call to Order, Roll Call, Establishment of Quorum
2.Mission Statement
3.Public Hearing on Proposed 2010-2011 Budget and Proposed 2010 Tax Rate
4.Open Forum
5.Presentations and Awards
A.Diploma Presentation
6.Reports/Review/Information Items
7.Consent Agenda Items
A.Minutes of Board Meetings
B.Monthly Tax Reports
C.Monthly Financial Reports
D.Checks Over $30,000
E.Transfer Students
8.Items for Board Discussion, Deliberation and/or Action
A.Discussion and Consideration for Approval of an Order Authorizing the Issuance, Sale and Delivery of Atlanta Independent School District Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Series 2010B and Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Taxable Series 2010C (Build America Bonds - Direct Subsidy); and Containing Other Matters Related Thereto
B.Discussion and Consideration for Approval of TASB Federal Relations Network Stipend Application
C.Discussion and Consideration for Approval of Memorandum of Understanding for Shelter and Mass Care Activities
D.Discussion and Consideration for Approval of SHAC Committee Members
E.Discussion and Consideration for Approval of the Upper East Texas Tech PrepConsortium
F.Discussion and Consideration for Approval of School Attendance Officer Memorandum of Understanding and Resolution
G.Discussion and Consideration for Approval of Cass County Extension Office Resolution and Request for Adjunct Status
H.Discussion and Consideration for Approval of Region VII ESC Purchasing Cooperative Inter-Local Agreement
I.Discussion and Consideration for Approval of 2010-2011 DAEP Handbook
J.Discussion and Consideration for Approval of Property/Casualty Insurance Proposals
K.Discussion and Consideration for Approval of Supplies and Equipment Proposals for 2010-2011
L.Discussion and Consideration for Approval of 2010-2011 Budget
M.Discussion and Consideration for Approval of 2010 Tax Rate Adoption
N.Discussion and Consideration for Approval of 2009-2010 Budget Amendment
O.Personnel Matters
P.Construction Matters
Q.Real Estate Matters
9.Adjourn
If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. [See BEC(LEGAL)]

KPYN News for Friday August 20th, 2010

Local church helping Globally. The Hendrix Temple Church of God in Christ is trying to help the needy in Haiti. Eye Glasses and other items for donations are items for Sunday School teachings such as books and Sunday School Devotionals. Items to be donated may be dropped off at 618 Wade Street. For more information contact Gladys Coleman at 903 796-9725

Huffines Baptist Church will be having David's Song performing at 7pm on August 21. They are a Trio that includes in their performance a variety of harmonies, as well as solos and they give you testimonies and provide a time that that you can just truly worship God. Call 903-796-9946 for more information.

Sunday August 22, there will be a concert by Southern Grace held at the Macedonia Baptist Church. Each member of Southern Grace is an ordained minister or deacon in their local church. Each one remains actively involved in the ministry of their home church on the days that don’t find themselves out on the road and sharing the Gospel. The Macedonia Church is Located in Doddridge Arkansas and for more information you can call 870-691-2749 or 903-824-1246

KPYN News for Thursday August 19th, 2010

GED Classes will be offered. Registration and Orientation will begin August 23 from 5:30 to 8:30 at the Atlanta High School Vocational Building. Classes will be held Monday and Thursdays. In Linden Registration will be in the Elementary building in the computer room 308. Classes will be held Tuesdays. For more info call 903-796-3712

Kids Crusade will be held at Holly Street Church of God with special guest from Salvation Station, Mike Muserol. Pastor Dwayne Barnett and Congregation invite you to join them Friday at 7. Super Saturday 10:30-4 and Sunday beginning at 10:30 and again at 6

KPYN News for Tuesday August 17th, 2010

Bloomburg ISD will be having a Meet the Teacher night for the Elementary school students This Thursday night at 7 p.m. Bloomburg Superintendent Mike White explains.

For more information on Bloomburg’s meet the teacher night, call 903-728-5216

Atlanta Elementary will have Meet the Teacher Thursday night from 6-7 p.m. Classroom orientation will from 6-6:30pm and Grade level orientation will be from 6:30-7pm. Third graders will meet in the cafeteria while 4th and 5th graders will meet in the library

J.K.Hileman School will have Student/Parent Orientation Thursday at 5:30 p.m. in the Cafeteria and "meet the teacher" will be from 6-7pm. For more information call 796-6304


The Annual sales tax holiday in Texas is near; the annual Texas sales tax holiday weekend is from midnight August 20th to midnight August 22nd. Shoppers will not have to pay state or local sales tax on clothing, shoes and school supplies that are less than $100. A list of qualified items can be found on the Texas Comptrollers website.

www.window.state.tx.us/taxinfo/taxpubs/tx98_490/tx98_490

The Queen City Independent School District board will meet Tuesday night at 7 p.m. in the board room of the Thornton Administration Building. Agenda items include; discuss options and possibilities of placing school related sighs and or flags along city streets and discuss option related to the baseball field drainage issues.

Record high temperatures have resulted in record electric use. According to Swepco, customers in the Ark--La-Tex used 4,993 mega watts on last Wednesday at 4 p.m. and that set a new record, beating the previous high which was set August 4th.

KPYN News for Monday August 16th, 2010

An Atlanta Business is celebrating their 25th anniversary today, for Cass County’s news leader, KPYN AM-FM and Dot Net, I’m Bob DelGiorno

Johns Iron and Metal on Courtland Road in Atlanta is celebrating their 25th anniversary today. They will have free barbecue from Naaman’s Barbecue and a KPYN radio remote from 11 a.m. till 2 p.m. and KPYN will give away a pair of Cowboys tickets to the pre-season game against the dolphins. Johns Iron and Metal is offering customers an anniversary special today, an extra 2 cents per pound on aluminum cans all day.

The Annual sales tax holiday in Texas is near; the annual Texas sales tax holiday weekend is from midnight August 20th to midnight August 22nd. Shoppers will not have to pay state or local sales tax on clothing, shoes and school supplies that are less than $100. A list of qualified items can be found on the Texas Comptrollers website.
www.window.state.tx.us/taxinfo/taxpubs/tx98_490/tx98_490

The Queen City Independent School District board will meet Tuesday night at 7 p.m. in the board room of the Thornton Administration Building. Agenda items include; discuss options and possibilities of placing school related sighs and or flags along city streets and discuss option related to the baseball field drainage issues.

Joe Joe’s Cakes and Confections at 102-A West Hiram St in Atlanta is celebrating their grand opening in Atlanta with a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Atlanta Area Chamber of Commerce tomorrow (Tuesday) at 10:30 a.m. Owner and baker Jody Garrison told KPYN News what Joe Joe’s Cakes and Confections is all about.
Jody Garrison
For more information on Joe Joe’s Cakes and Confections, call owner and baker Jodi Garrison at 903-796-7700.

A local woman from Cass County received her Masters Degree from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX. Diana Casteel from Douglasville earned her Master of Theological Studies in theology this summer at SMU.

KPYN News for Friday August 13, 2010

Atlanta Police Department Press Release

August 12, 2010, 10:17pm- A report of a Theft was received from the 600 Block of Hilltop St. Reported stolen was neon green, Tony Hawk BMX bicycle. Case is under investigation.

August 13, 2010, 2:00am- A report of a Burglary of a Vehicle was received from the 300 Block of Overcup. Reported stolen was a Cobra radar detector. Case is under investigation.

Emily Heldt has finally returned back to Cass County and her family wants to say Thank you! Emily has been in the Arkansas Children’s Hospital for more than 3 months after a horse injury To say thank you and all the community outreach the family will be throwing together a Welcome Home Celebration for the Community to meet Emily and to express their graditude. Keith Heldt goes on, “Basically it’s just a meet and greet for all the folks that prayed for Emily. She’s just now getting to the point to where she can understand what happened to her and she’s seeing how many people prayed for her. Cathy and I are just as excited as we can be to meet everybody and to Thank everybody because this is just truly the biggest eye opening thing for us to see what a wonderful community we live in.” The event will be held at West Side Baptist Church in the Family Life Center from 3pm to 5pm or maybe even a little longer. There will be ice cream and cake served and the family would really love it if everyone comes out so they can hug your neck!

Tomorrow from 10am to 7pm the Organized for the Needs of Every Child, known as ONE, will be hosting a ONE day in the Park 2010 Back to school picnic at McNoble Park in Altanta. All students are welcome to come and join for a day of fun, food, music, and games. The day will end with the traditional school supply and Backpack give away. All school supplies will be given out starting at 5pm and the student must be present to win. Thanks goes out to all businesses and citizens who have assisted in making this day possible for the children.

KPYN News for Thursday August 12, 2010

Life Share Blood Drive today. There will be a blood drive today at the Wal-Mart Parking lot. Life Share encourages anyone who can donate to please come and do so. Patricia Cunningham tells more, “LifeShare Blood Centers is urging all eligible individuals to give blood to ease the current critical shortage. In addition to the normal daily needs of area patients, increased surgeries and other blood needs have depleted the community blood inventory to less than a 2-day supply. A 6-day community blood supply is considered the normal level to meet both daily and unexpected blood needs.” You can donate between 1 and 5 today at the Wal-Mart parking lot or, if you are unable to attend today, you can call 903-794-3173 or visit our website at www.kpyn.net and look under Community Calendar for a schedule.

A newly-chartered MOPS group (which stands for Mothers of Preschoolers) will meet on the first and third Wednesday mornings beginning September 1st at the First Baptist Church in Atlanta. MOPS groups are local communities that help moms be better moms by understanding their unique needs, challenges and joys during the early years of motherhood. All moms with children ages birth through kindergarten are invited to join us on Wednesday, September 1st at 9:30 am in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist on Baker Street in Atlanta. Free childcare is available in the MOPPETS program where children can play and learn in a preschool-like setting. For more information please call 903-796-7925.

KPYN News for Tuesday August 10th, 2010

Debit Card Scam in the Ark-la-Tex. The Texarkana Texas Police have been receiving phone calls from concerned citizens, stating that an automated phone call advising them that their bank or debit card accounts have been compromised. After which they are asked to go through a series of prompts which does ask for personal information.
The Texarkana Texas Police wants everyone to know that there are absolutely NO financial institutions that would call for personal information through an automated system. It is advised that if you do receive a phone call to simply hang up and know that you should never give out personal information over the phone through an automated system. If you are in doubt that you are talking to the actual company, you can always hang up and call the particular company back.

Lane closures are scheduled for five nights this week and next for Interstate 30 and Summerhill Road (SH 93) in Texarkana as work crews place concrete beams for new bridges over the interstate at the Summerhill Road interchange. The closures are scheduled for Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Monday nights, Aug. 10-13 and 16.
According to Kenny Icenhower, the lane closures can involve all lanes of traffic and will take place between 8 p.m. each night and 6 a.m. the next morning in order to impact traffic less but that all detour routes will be signed accordingly.
The following is the schedule for lane closures and detour routes:
Tuesday, Aug. 10 – The eastbound lanes of Interstate 30 and the Summerhill Road overpasses will be closed.
Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 11-12 – The westbound lanes of Interstate 30 and the Summerhill Road overpasses will be closed.
Friday and Monday, Aug. 13 and 16 – All lanes of Interstate 30 and the Summerhill Road overpasses will be closed.
Anyone having any questions about the lane closures, detour routes or construction work can call 903-838-8574 for more information.

The Board of Trustees of Atlanta Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting Thursday at Noon in the District Administration Building at 106 W. Main Street in Atlanta, TX. Agenda items include: Discussion and consideration for approval to sell school bonds, Discussion and consideration for approval of budget amendment, Discussion and consideration for approval of checks over $30,000, Discussion and consideration for approval to changes of breakfast cafeteria prices, discussion and consideration of construction matters, discussion and consideration of approval of personnel matters and discussion and consideration of real estate matters.

IH 30 Lane Closures Scheduled for Three Nights Next Week. Lane closures are scheduled for five nights this week and next for Interstate 30 and Summerhill Road (SH 93) in Texarkana as work crews place concrete beams for new bridges over the interstate at the Summerhill Road interchange. The closures are scheduled for Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Monday nights, Aug. 10-13 and 16.
“The lane closures can involve all lanes of traffic and take place between 8 p.m. each night and 6 a.m. the next morning in order to impact traffic less,” said Kenny Icenhower, area engineer for the Texas Department of Transportation in Texarkana. “All detour routes will be signed accordingly.”
The following is the schedule for lane closures and detour routes:
Tuesday, Aug. 10 – The eastbound lanes of Interstate 30 and the Summerhill Road overpasses will be closed.
Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 11-12 – The westbound lanes of Interstate 30 and the Summerhill Road overpasses will be closed.
Friday and Monday, Aug. 13 and 16 – All lanes of Interstate 30 and the Summerhill Road overpasses will be closed.
Detours: IH 30: will be detoured onto the frontage roads and back onto the Interstate past Summerhill Road. Summerhill Road Traffic: Will be detoured down the frontage roads on each side, but motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes if possible. All intersections involved in the detours will be worked by police officers.
All intersections involved in the detours will be worked by police officers.
“We ask that local motorists use extra caution driving in and around the construction zones as other motorists unfamiliar with the area may try to find alternate routes,” Icenhower said. “Closure schedules can also change due to unexpected problems and adverse weather conditions, but we will try to keep traffic moving as efficiently as possible.”
Anyone having any questions about the lane closures, detour routes or construction work can call 903-838-8574 for more information.

KPYN News for Monday August 9th, 2010

President Barack Obama will be in Texas today raising money for the Democratic National Committee at a fundraiser in Austin. The admission price is $5,000 per person, $30,400 per couple, or $15,200 per person for VIP seating; $250,000 raised will help democratic candidates in Texas. However, the democratic candidate for governor in Texas Bill White said he will not attend the fundraiser or even meet with the President while he’s in Texas. Governor Rick Perry, a republican said he will greet the President at the airport and he will express his concern for about the need for more federal help securing the Texas/Mexico border.

The Cass County Commissioners Court will meet today (Monday) at 1:30 p.m. at the Cass County Law Enforcement and Justice Building in Linden, TX. Agenda Items include: Consider approval of submitted bids for struck off property, Gary Westbrook and O.C. Dodd, Consider request from jail administrator to publish bid notice for food supplies for fiscal year 2011, and consider provision to adopt the TCDRS retirement rate.

The Board of Trustees of Linden-Kildare Consolidated School District will meet at 6:30 p.m. today (Monday) at the W.A. Parker Administration Building. Agenda items include: Discuss possible arrangements with Linden Parks Board concerning electronic marquee, consider approval to purchase a school bus through an interlocal purchasing agreement, and consider and take action concerning the implementation of a gifted and talented program for the district.

The Cass County Appraisal District Board of Directors will meet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. at the Cass County Appraisal District Office in Linden, TX. Agenda items include: Consideration and possible action of deed processing agreement with True Automation, Inc., Consideration and possible action to approve Texas Municipal League Health Insurance Agreement and discussion, consideration and possible action to appoint or employ a chief appraiser, determine compensation.

The Board of Trustees of Atlanta Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting Thursday at Noon in the District Administration Building at 106 W. Main Street in Atlanta, TX. Agenda items include: Discussion and consideration for approval to sell school bonds, Discussion and consideration for approval of budget amendment, Discussion and consideration for approval of checks over $30,000, Discussion and consideration for approval to changes of breakfast cafeteria prices, discussion and consideration of construction matters, discussion and consideration of approval of personnel matters and discussion and consideration of real estate matters.

Texas officials said that Texas Lotto ticket sales were short of covering the last two-dozen jackpots. The latest jackpot of $21-Million hit July 31st was more than $1.2 Million than ticket sales and it forced the Lottery Commission to dip into a state lottery account to make up the difference. A spokesperson for the lottery said that the funding of jackpots doesn’t affect the commission or school fund that benefit from the lottery.

According to wire reports, Ten members of a Christian medical team consisting of six Americans, two Afghans and one German and a Briton were gunned downed Thursday in Kabul, Afghanistan as they returned from a humanitarian effort, where they brought medical care to an isolated Afghan village. The Taliban said that they gunned down the Christians because they were quote “spying for the Americans and preaching Christianity,” un quote. The driver of the humanitarians was spared his life when he recited versus from the Islamic Quran and begged for his life.

KPYN News for Sunday Aug 8, 2010

TxDOT to hold Elderly & Disabled Transportation Program Workshop

Atlanta, Texas - A workshop regarding TxDOT’s Elderly & Disabled Transportation Program is scheduled for August 17, 2010 in TxDOT’s Atlanta District Office – Room 26 located at 701 East Main in Atlanta. The meeting will begin at 10:00 a.m.

The purpose of the workshop is to provide public involvement in the identification of transportation barriers, restrictions and unmet needs as it pertains to the elderly and disabled population of the TxDOT Atlanta District.

The meeting will also evaluate the current year’s activities, review plans and goals for the next two years, and to select projects for FY 2011. Anyone who is aware of transportation related needs, services or solutions for the elderly and persons with disabilities living in Bowie, Camp, Cass, Harrison, Marion, Morris, Panola, Titus and Upshur counties are encouraged to attend the meeting.

The presentation will be conducted in English, and will include handouts which will be projected onto a screen. Persons with language interpreters or other special communication needs, or disabilities who have special accommodation needs and who plan to attend this meeting should contact Sonya Hudson, at (903) 799-1310, on or before Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2010. TxDOT will make every reasonable effort to accommodate these needs.

More information regarding the 5310 Elderly and Persons with Disabilities Program is available on the TxDOT webpage located at http://www.txdot.gov/business/governments/grants/programs.htm

TxDOT sets public meeting for Statewide Long-Range Transportation Plan

The Texas Department of Transportation is scheduled to host an open-house-style meeting 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10, at the Atlanta District office, located at 701 E. Main Street in Atlanta.
The meeting is designed to gather input from the public to be used in the development of the Statewide Long-Range Transportation Plan.
This is the final round of public meetings on the long-range plan before it is presented to the Texas Transportation Commission for further action.
The ultimate plan will establish a framework for addressing the challenges of maintaining our aging infrastructure and growing population, both in urban areas and the state as a whole.
The plan will also address the need for improvements to all modes of transportation including roadways, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, public transit, railroads, airports, waterways, pipelines and Intelligent Transportation Systems.
No formal presentation is scheduled, but information will be available for viewing, including exhibits and videos about the planning process.
Representatives from TxDOT will be in attendance to discuss the development of the plan and answer questions. Forms will be provided for submitting written comments.
For those unable to attend the meeting, written comments will be accepted on the project website at: www.txdot.gov, keyword: transportation plan 2035, by email at: (TPP_txtranplan@dot.state.tx.us), or by mail at: Peggy Thurin, P.E., Project Manager, Statewide Long-Range Transportation Plan 2035 4544 Post Oak Place, Suite 224 Houston, Texas, 77027.

KPYN News for Thursday Aug 5, 2010

Rising Heat Temperatures increase chances of wild fires. The current spell of extremely hot weather is baking the Texas landscape and sapping the moisture from pine straw, grasses and other vegetation which the result is rising wildfire danger. As our fields and forests continue to dry out, one spark is all it could take to put an entire neighborhood or community at risk. Chad Wiley, the District Fire Coordinator tells more, “So what we’re asking is people to be careful about burning their trash or any kind of brush piles outside. With the winds blowing and things like that, we could have a real high fire potential.” For more information on fire safety you can contact 903 756 5571

Hot temperatures will prevail again today in Cass County;. According to the National weather service, today’s high in Cass County will reach 103 with a heat index of 109. The weather service warns that the impacts of excessive heat and humidity can bring on heat related illness quickly and people outdoors should use extra caution. You should avoid working outside during the hottest part of the day, if you must be outside; take frequent breaks, drink plenty of water, and wear light weight and light colored clothing. Also, make sure pets have fresh water and check on your neighbors and the elderly or anyone else susceptible to heat related illness.

KPYN News for Tuesday Aug 3, 2010

Community Services of Northeast Texas Needing Fan Donations. There is an ongoing Fan drive at the Community Services of Northeast Texas. Currently their stock of fans to give to the needy is very low. Julie Kolaki Tells KPYN more, “ “
Drop off sites are at 211 N Pinecrest Suite B in Atlanta or in Linden at 304 E Houston St where you can also donate school supplies. For more information you can call July Kolaki at 903 796 3383

AAA TEXAS sends out a warning of people of maintaining their vehicles in the heat. Dan Ronan says that a road trip in August would likely involve driving in heat that is 90-100 degrees and that at those extreme temperatures, breakdowns happen to cars that are not prepared for hot weather. According to Dan Ronan the number of AAA’s Emergency Roadside Assistance calls has gone up 5 percent to due hot weather. Extreme heat can cause radiators to heat up, sap weak batteries, and cripple air conditioning. For more information on how you can prepare your vehicle for heat conditions, log on to www.aaa.com

The 3rd Annual Goat clinic for the FFA and 4-H Club members will be held from 8am to 5 pm on August 7. The location will be at the Daingerfield Livestock Barn, one mile on HWY 259 towards Omaha. Lunch will be provided and things to be discussed will be health and management, exercise, showing, showmanship, clipping and trimming of feet. If you are working on a Goat project, it is encouraged that you bring it. For more information call Cheryl at 903-431-0793

KPYN News for Monday Aug 2, 2010

School Supply Drive happening right now. With school coming up, supplies are being accepted as donations to help out needy families. Julie Kolacki tells KPYN more, “We’re a branch of the Community Services of Northeast Texas, which is the home base in Linden on Houston Avenue. We are having a school supply drive right now to assist with families who have one or more children who can not afford all of the products needed to start the school year.” Items needed include scissors, glue sticks, crayons, glue, spiral notebooks pencils and pens. For a complete list of items needed and to find out how you can donate, call Julie at 903-796-3383.

KPYN News for Friday July 30, 2010

Safety Project Approved for Linden School. TxDot has awarded a grant for Linden-Kildare schools as a part of TxDot’s Safe Route School Program. Marcus Sandifer tells KPYN more.

There are also safety features being added on area roads in Bowie, Cass, and Titus Counties over the next year. According to Kenny Icenhower, TxDot is looking to install additional safety features on culverts, replacing safety guards, and upgrading and replacing terminals on existing safety guard rails along several area highways. In Cass County the schedules roads are 9 miles on Farm to Market Road 995 and 6 miles on Farm to Market 2327. This will be going on over the next year. For More information call 903 799 1306.

The Linden Veterans of Foreign War Post 6968 will be hosting the dance and live band “Gasoline Alley.” The event will start at 7:30 tomorrow evening. You must be 21 years of age to attend and they are having temporary memberships available to the public. For more information call 903 756-7076

KPYN News for Thursday July 29, 2010

The Great Texas Balloon Race This weekend. The Balloon Capital of Texas, Longview will be holding their annual events for the Great Texas Balloon Race starting July 30. Friday morning will start with a flight over the city of Longview. Then Friday and Saturday night people will be entertained with the lighting of the balloons. Here people can see how hot air balloons work and run. Also to be expected are live concerts, kids land which is an area children can go with an entry fee. This year cluster balloon flights will be underway where pilot John Ninomiya will inflate and put together a huge cluster of helium balloons and strap on a harness and then get carried away. For more information call 903 753 3281

The Cass County Cowboy Church will be having their open playday this Sunday. Events are $2 each and include barrel racing, speed races and other events as well. Coggins are required. The church is located on highway 59S in Atlanta. Another event the Cass County Cowboy church will be hosting is the Extreme Trail Practice that is every Sunday night at 7. Trail obstacles will help teach riders how to react to different scenarios that could come during riding. For more information call 903 799 7787.

The Atlanta High School Class of 1980 is getting ready to hold their 30th class reunion. If you have not received your packet please call Kenneth at 903 244 2427, Renee at 903 244 3412, Shelia at 903 244 1597, or Casandra at 903 796 5948. If you have received your packet please remember the Reunion fee is due by Aug 31 and to send in a baby photo which will be returned the night of the reunion.
 

KPYN News for Wednesday July 28, 2010

The Atlanta Chamber of Commerce victims of hacking. The Atlanta Area Chamber of Commerce was hacked into over the weekend, but this was no simple thing where a bogus email was sent out. Contact information was stolen as well destroying or hiding all their files. If you received an email from Beverly Johnson stating that she was stranded with requested money so she could get home, it is urged that you immediately change your passwords. Currently Beverly Johnson is working with AT&T to find whoever was responsible for this.

Tomorrow will be the 3rd Annual Four States 4-H Day. Ages 9-18 or from third grade and up are welcome to participate, the event is free and lunch is provided. Jennifer Wood, The A.G. Learning Center Director explains more,” “ Registration begins at 9:15 am and you do not have to be a member of 4-H to participate. For more information you may contact Jennifer Wood at 870-774-6455

Registration for youth football begins this Saturday at the Atlanta City Auditorium. It will start at 10 and go through until 12 noon. The Registration fee for Flag Football is $45 and the fee for tackle football is $55. For more information contact Randy Jones at 903-733-0377

KPYN News for Tuesday July 27, 2010

At the Commissioners Court yesterday, the National Resource Conservation Service contract with the stipulation for the Texas Department of Rural Affairs to provide a match was up for discussion. Larry Trevino tells more, “The National Resource Conservation Service and the Texas Department of Rural Affairs are going to be allowing us to be able to rebuild some of our roads, mostly at the bridges; NRCS paying 75% of the construction costs, which is almost $400,000 and the Texas Department of Rural Affairs will be paying the difference of 25%. It is only a 75/25 Match. There will be money that should be left over where the Commissioners can use that for gravel and other maintenance for the Cass County Roads.” The motion was approved after Larry Trevino gave a quick rundown of what the contract included.

Today is the public forum for TRAX event. The 20th anniversary of the Signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, signed by President George H.W. Bush was yesterday and to celebrate, TRAX will be conducting and open house and public forum. Bennett Powell tells more, “Now TRAX is looking to get your input on rural transit service in the greater Texarkana region. You can make your transit needs heard at: The Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.” The event starts at 10am. They also will be announcing the start of new accessible service from Linden to Texarkana. Currently TRAX is still offering door to door service but you must give them 2 days notice. For more information you may contact Bennett Powell at 512-372-8807 or to schedule your TRAX ride, call 1 866-575-9014 from 8am to 12 noon or 1pm to 5pm.

KPYN News for Monday July 26, 2010

Cass County Appraisal District holds interviews for Chief Appraiser. The interview process is ongoing for the position of chief appraiser for the Cass County Appraisal District following the termination of Licet Parks in May. According to John Horton, the board president, they are taking their time to make sure they make the right decision. Horton also said the board believes they should find a chief appraiser who will take the district in a new direction. Paula Hammett has been serving as Chief Appraiser interim until the position can be filled.

The Queen City Independent School District has approved Professional Development Appraisal System calendar for the school year 2010-2011. Most schools use this system to evaluate teachers and the calendar tells when each evaluation will take place through the year. Rob Barnwell, Gayle Miller, the Director of Instruction, Karen Tromza, the Director of Special Services and Queen City High School Principle Charlotte Williams, Assistant Principal Larry Martin, MUMS Principal Steve Holmes, Assistant Principal Kristen Rawls and J.K. Hileman Elementary Principal Carla Dupree and Assistant Principal Angie Griffin all are going to be the Professional Development Appraisal System appraisers.

The fellowship hall for the Bethsaida Y Church was destroyed after catching on fire. Staff members called the Atlanta Fire Department around 6:20 last Thursday. Most of the structure received smoke damage and the kitchen and dining area were the areas that receive heavy damage. According to Ricky Draper, the Assistant Fire Chief, the fire was inside the building and had almost smothered itself out. The Firefighters stayed until 7:51 am to make sure the fire was completely out. The reason for the fire is an ongoing investigation.

KPYN News for Friday July 23, 2010

The Naples Watermelon Festival Begins today. Naples Texas will be having their 72nd Annual Watermelon festival today and tomorrow. There are several activities on the menu. According to Virginia Fleming the publicity director, most of the activity will be at the Melon Patch on Front Street. There will be plenty of vendors, arts, and crafts. Saturday morning will start off at 10am with a parade; there will be an antique car show, a volleyball tournament, a horse shoe tournament as well as the big event of judging the biggest watermelon. Many other activities are planned as well. The theme this year is “Naples Watermelon Festival has a beach party.” The festival first began in 1939. For more information or directions, you can call 903-897-2037

There will be a Technologies Conference at the Civic Center in Mt Pleasant on July 27. There are 17 break out sessions and over a dozen experts that are going to be there to provide practical technology training. You can get up to date on subjects such as Social Media, Podcasting, Network Security, Search Engine Optimization and a variety of other technological subjects. You may attend only one session or all day. Deadline to register is today for $35. Breakfast and Lunch are included along with unlimited access to workshops and exhibitors. For more information or to register, call 903-223-1370.

Atlanta Class of 1980 will be having their 30th Class Reunion. If you have not recieved your information call Kenneth at 903-244-2427, Renee at 903 244-3412, Sheila at 903-244-1597, or Casandra at 903-796-5948. If you have recieved your information, remember the Reunion Fees are due August 31 and send in your baby photo!! It will be returned the night of the reunion.

KPYN News for Thursday July 22, 2010

Atlanta Goes Green. The city of Atlanta and The Atlanta Independent School District have teamed up together with TriState Iron and Metal of Texarkana in efforts to promote recycling in the community and in the schools. There is a recycling bin at Horne Enterprises that is taken once a month to Texarkana as another bin takes its place. The recycling efforts start in the school where the benefits of recycling have been taught to students and they have recycling bins set up throughout the school. Paper is the only thing is allowed to be recycled in these bins. If you would like to recycle your paper products, you can take them to Horne Enterprises located at 101 E Pinecrest in Atlanta.

Registration for the North East Texas Youth Football League will be held Saturday, 7/31 and Saturday, 8/7 from 10:00am until Noon at the Atlanta City Auditorium. The registration fee for Flag football players (ages 5-7) is $45. The registration fee for tackle football players (ages 7-12) is $55.. The 7th Annual Free Youth Football Camp sponsored by the North East Texas Youth Football League will be held at the youth football field (behind the AFD on the corner of S. Louise and Piermont Streets) on Saturday, August 14th from 9:00 – Noon, with registration beginning at 8:30. The camp is free for all area youth ages 5-12. For more information or if you are interested in coaching a team, please contact Randy Jones at 903-733-0377 or Roy Dickerson at 903-799-0874
Caddo Wildflower Chapter of the Native PLant Society of Texas will meet 7pm on July 27 at Horne Enterprises For more information call Kay Lowery at 903-835-5532

KPYN News for Wednesday July 21, 2010

Cass County Man Nominated for Nickelodeon award. Dan Parr, a former teacher at Queen City Elementary School J.K. Hileman, has been nominated to receive 2 awards from a popular Television Network, Nickelodeon. There are 35 other nominees chosen for the Best Children’s Entertainer in the Dallas/Ft.Worth honor and among 50 nominees to receive the Best Children’s Music CD in the United States. There will be a process by industry directors and producers and then there will be a public vote down to the top 5. Parr won the Best Children’s Entertainer in Dallas/Fort Worth in 2009.

Adcock’s Medicine Chest will be hosting a Customer Appreciation Day July 23 from 10am to 2pm. Megan Adcock tells KPYN more, “You can come by and visit with the pharmacist and get all your questions answered about medication. We’re going to have a 15% off of our compression stockings, free blood sugar screenings, blood pressure testing, leg health screening. We’ll also be giving away door prizes, hot dogs, snacks, drinks, we’ll have some cake and cookies so just come on down and see us at Adcock’s Medicine Chest in Atlanta Texas.” For additional details you can Adcock’s Medicine at 903-796-2866

At Monday’s Commissioner’s special session, it was decided to spend more than $10,000 for computer equipment for the Cass county clerk’s office. This was not a decision that came lightly, for it was tabled at the regular session of Commissioner’s Court On July 12th. According to Becky Watson, they tried to look for the best deals around the county. She spoke at the regular meeting and told commissioners the concern that computers could crash at any moment. There were three different options to choose from, ranging in prices $10,233 up to $59, 206. The county chose the second option of $10,233.

KPYN News for Tuesday July 20, 2010

Public Forum to be held. The 20th anniversary of the Signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, signed by President George H.W. Bush, is coming up and to celebrate, TRAX will be conducting and open house and public forum. Bennett Powell tells more, “Now TRAX is looking to get your input on rural transit service in the greater Texarkana region. You can make your transit needs heard at: The Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. Tuesday July 27th from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.” They also will be announcing the start of new accessible service from Linden to Texarkana. For more information you may contact Bennett Powell at 512-372-8807

Dancers against Cancer is looking for some dancers that have some experience for a fundraiser finale dance. There will be a class held from 5:30-to 7:30 from July 27-29 at Crown Center Plaza on Summerhill Road in Texarkana. You must be at least 12 years old and have dancing or cheerleading experience. According to Jessica Vickers, the event organizer, there is no certain category of dance, they will use everybody’s talents. For more information, or if you would like to sign up, you may contact 903-793-3547
The Cass County Cowboy Church has started hosting “Extreme Trail Practice.” This is a program used to help riders teach their horses to adjust to different circumstances that may happen during a trail ride. The arena will be open to those who just want to go ride as well. The event happens at 7pm each Sunday evening and for more information you may call 903-796-7787.

KPYN News for Monday July 19, 2010

Cass County Girl gives thanks. Emily Heldt, 9 years old, has been in the prayers of those all over Cass County after she recieved head injuries by a horse on May 25th. She has gone to being in a coma, to learning to walk, to learning how to do basic things all over again. Each day brings new struggles, however Emily has shown that she is very determined. In an exlusive interview, this is what Emily wanted to tell the great folks of Cass County, "Hi, this is Emily. I love you! Thank you for your prayers." In a letter Cathy Heldt wrote, more appreciation is given and prayers are continued to be requested as each day still brings new battles and trials to Emily's full recovery. But, through God's grace, Emily Heldt has made it clear that she is determined.

The Following is a thank you letter from the Heldt family:

Two months ago, our precious daughter Emily suffered a severe injury on our farm while feeding our horses. What we didn’t know or could have known was how drastically our lives would change from that moment on. Since that time, Emily has been on what seems like a proverbial roller coaster, as each day brings new challenges. God has spared our child and for that we give Him all the glory. Keith and I want YOU to know, YOU who have been vigilant in prayer, YOU who have sacrificed so much so that we could be there with Emily, YOU who have loved us so much, even though you may not even know us, we want YOU to know how grateful we are and we will never forget what has been done on Emily’s behalf. We have been bathed in prayer since day one and we know absolutely that God has answered those prayers as we get to hold our child each and every day. We have been completely overwhelmed as well by the monetary support given through donations and fund raisers which, for us, has allowed us to spend these months with our daughter. You will never know how thankful we are to live in a community filled with such loving people as you. Our promise to you is that we will do our best to honor what God has given us each and every day and never to take life for granted. So it is with love filled hearts that Keith and I send this letter out to those who have touched our lives in such a drastic way, we love you and thank you so very much. May God bless you and your families and know that we will never forget what you have done for us. Cathy, Keith and Emily Heldt

The First Baptist Church of Linden will be showing a drama, "Heavan's gates, Hell's Flames from Sunday July 25th through Tuesday July 27th. You can be apart of the drama by simply going to the autiditon on July 23rd at the First Baptist Church of Linden at 4pm. Practices will be held at 7pm each night before the play. The event is free of charge and open to all those who wish to attend at 105 N.Church street. This event is not recommended for young children to attend however, childcare will be provided. For more information you may call 903-756-5517

KPYN News for Friday July 16, 2010

Local Church offers several programs to feed community. The Oak Grove Baptist Church in Atlanta Texas has 3 different programs this summer to feed the children of the community. Deacon Henry McCant tells KPYN the details, “We have three different programs we do here. We serve children lunch from 12-1 each day. All you have to do is bring your child up and they’ll be served, if you need them picked up we’ll pick them up and bring them here. The next thing we do, we give out food every 2nd and 4th Tuesday to the public from 9 until 11 o’clock. You just have to come in to sign up and you get that food. We also have a special food basket on the 4th Tuesday of each month. You have to be in a certain pay bracket and you have to have a child in your house 18 years or younger and it’s open to the public. Please come, we want to serve.” The Oak Grove Baptist Church is located at 702 Walker Ln in Atlanta and for more information you may call Oak Grove Baptist Church at 903-796-5021.

Author and political strategist Dick Morris and former US Senate Candidate D.C. Morrison will be in Texarkana at the Four States Fair Grounds today. They oppose big government programs and out-of-control spending and will be speaking along with Peggy Venable. The occasion will be free and food will be provided. Seating is limited and if you are interested or have questions on the event, you may call Natalie Nichols at 903-824-7081.

Each year Naples holds an Annual Watermelon Festival and this year, there will be a 72nd Annual Watermelon festival held the 23rd and 24th of July in Naples. For more information call Virginia Fleming at 903-897-2037.

KPYN News for Thursday July 15, 2010

Public Hearing scheduled for Monday. At this week’s Commissioner’s Court, Larry Trevino had asked the commissioners for permission to hold a public hearing concerning an approval of National Resource Conservation Service contract with stipulation for the Texas Department of Rural Affairs to provide a 25% Match. Larry Trevino gives the details, “The National Resource

Conservation Service and the Texas Department of Rural Affairs are going to be allowing us to be able to rebuild some of our roads, mostly at the bridges; NRCS paying 75% of the construction costs, which is almost $400,000 and the Texas Department of Rural Affairs will be paying the difference of 25%. It is only a 75/25 Match. There will be money that should be left over where the Commissioners can use that for gravel and other maintenance for the Cass County Roads.” The motion was carried and the meeting has been scheduled to be held Monday, July 19 at 9am in the Cass County Law Enforcement And Justice center. Following the hearing, a special Session of Commissioner’s Court will be held to consider purchasing new computers for the County Clerk’s Office.

J.W. and Parmelia Bobo will have their Family Reunion coming up this Saturday, July 17 starting at 11am and going through 2pm. It is to be held at Horne Enterprises, at the intersection of Highway 43 and Highway 77E in Atlanta. Those attending are encouraged to bring items for the college Scholarship Acution or to make cash donations. There will also be a potluck dinner so bring a covered dish as plates and silverware will be provided. For more information you can contact Gene Bobo at 903-799-2527

KPYN News for Wednesday July 14, 2010

A woman from Queen City who has been accused of killing her adopted son in December of 2008 no longer faces the death penalty. 47 year old Cynthia Hudson will be charged with capital murder for the December 2008 death of her adopted son Samuel Hudson. According to Cass Country District Attorney Clint Allen. She will face life without the possibility of parole Allen told a Texarkana Newspaper this was a tactical decision made after a great deal of research and deliberation. There is no set date for the trial but it could be as early as later this year.

Local Churches are in full swing with Vacation Bible Schools and Revivals this week. You can go check them out on our website at www.kpyn.net on our church news page.

KPYN News for Tuesday July 13, 2010

David Burden Withdraws from Precinct 4 Justice of the Peace Race... In a letter to the voters of Cass County Precinct #4, David Burden said that he has respectfully withdrawn from the election for the office of justice of the peace in Precinct #4 in Cass County and he’s accepted a position with the Atlanta Independent School District and the Atlanta Police Department as the school recourse officer. Chief Burden said that he’s looking forward to working with the youth in the county while acting as a buffer between troubled youth and the educational process. Mr. Burden said that he wanted to thank his supporters. Here is Burden's letter to the voters:

To The Voters of Cass County Precinct #4.

I, David Burden respectfully withdraw from the election for the office of Justice of the Peace, Precinct #4, Cass County, Texas.  I have accepted a position with the Atlanta Independent School District and the Atlanta Police Department as the school resource officer.  This is an opportunity for me to work with the youth of our county while acting as a buffer between troubled youth and the educational process. 

I want to thank all of the voters who supported me in the past .

Respectfully,
David Burden

A public hearing to be scheduled. At yesterday’s Commissioner’s Court, Larry Trevino asked the commissioners for permission to hold a public hearing concerning an approval of National Resource Conservation Service contract with stipulation for the Texas Department of Rural Affairs to provide a 25% Match. Larry Trevino gives the details, “The National Resource Conservation Service and the Texas Department of Rural Affairs are going to be allowing us to be able to rebuild some of our roads, mostly at the bridges; NRCS paying 75% of the construction costs, which is almost $400,000 and the Texas Department of Rural Affairs will be paying the difference of 25%. It is only a 75/25 Match. There will be money that should be left over where the Commissioners can use that for gravel and other maintenance for the Cass County Roads.” The motion was carried for the public hearing to be held, and that date is to be determined. Stay tuned to KPYN for the date of the hearing.

Author and political strategist Dick Morris and former US Senate Candidate D.C. Morrison will be in Texarkana at the Four States Fair Grounds this Friday. They oppose big government programs and out-of-control spending and will be speaking along with Peggy Venable. The occasion will be free and food will be provided. Seating is limited and if you are interested or have questions on the event, you may call Natalie Nichols at 903-824-7081

The Life Share’s 26the Annual Mash Bash Blood Drive will be 10am to 8pm Wednesday and Thursday at the LifeShare Blood Center in Texarkana at 1321 College Drive. They will have hot dogs and hamburgers and special Mash Bash T-Shirts for blood donors. For more information you may contact the LifeShare Blood Center at 903 794-3173 or visit www.lifeshare.org

KPYN News for Monday July 12, 2010

Local Author to visit the Library. Local author L. J. Maxie (Stephanie's Emerald Fever) will be a special guest at the Monthly Friends of the Library meeting on July 15 at 4 pm. Ms. Maxie will then be available to visit with the public and sign books and/or autographs. Ms. Maxie donated two copies of "Stephanie's Emerald Fever" they have been
continuously checked out, and all comments to the staff have been enthusiastic. Don't miss this opportunity to meet a local author. Also invite your friends to come to the library on July 15 at 4 pm. Refreshments will be served. For more information you can call the Atlanta Library at 903 796 2112

The average gas price in Texas fell four cents per gallon of unleaded regular fuel and around the country by three cents, according to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch. Texas continues to be well below the national average -- this week it’s fifteen cents less than the national average price. The cheapest average for a gallon of gasoline is in Houston at $2.53, where prices dropped by four cents. Motorists in El Paso are paying the most at $2.69, which is down three cents from last week. Dan Ronin Tells KPYN how motorists can save on their gas during the summer, “There’s always ways to conserve your gas, and you know, such as consolidating trips, making sure that when you do take a trip that if you have two or three places to stop, getting them all in one shot would be one way to do it. Making sure that your car is well maintained is another thing that you can always do.” You can always visit our website at www.kpyn.net to see what the current gas prices are.

KPYN News for Friday July 9, 2010

Camp Albert Pike opening up trails. Many of the hiking trails at Camp Albert pike are starting to reopen, however, the campsites will remain closed until further notice from officials. Ranger Gloria Chrismer of the Caddo/Womble district of the Forest Service says that a portion of the Little Missouri Trail will be closed from Road 512, south on Road 73, and west on Road 106. The flash flood that killed 20 campers from around the area caused a lot of damage and according to Ouachita Spokesman Tracy Farley, costs are still being compiled.

The C.A.N.S. program is seeking help in obtaining a stock trailer to help collect cans. Greg Brown explains more on the program, “Well, we collect aluminum cans from the community and we donate them, the funds, from the sale of those cans to the Queen City Elementary, J.K. Hilemon and Mrs.Dupree disperses the money as she sees the need. The two drop locations are the Queen City Assembly of God out on HWY 59, they have a spot on the south Deck, and J.K. Hilemon Elementary School.” Any aluminum can may be donated to these locations and it does not matter if they are crushed or not. For more information you can contact Greg Brown at 903 824-0006

The Fitts Family Reunion is coming up soon. Phyliss Fitts gives the details, “The Fitts family reunion is held the 3rd Saturday of July each year and the family members bring pot luck, we always have really good food, then we meet at noon and have a short little business meeting, then enjoy fellowship together.” For more information call Phyllis Fitts at 903 796 7219.

Today is the Atlanta All-Stars Golf Scramble Fundraiser for the Atlanta AllStars 5& 6 year olds at the Indian Hills Country Club. For more information call Jeremy McLaughlin at 903 559 3771. KPYN wishes good luck to all the Atlanta All Star teams that are competing in state Championships this weekend.

Atlanta Police Department Press Release

July 7, 2010, 11:06pm- A report of Aggravated Robbery was received from the 300 Block of W. Tipton St.  Reported stolen a wallet containing credit cards and $300 in cash.  Case is under investigation.  

KPYN News for Thursday July 8, 2010

Tips lead to Most Wanted Sex Offender arrest hours after list announced. Hours after the Texas Most Wanted Sex Offender list was released to the public, DPS officers arrested one of the men featured on it. Gabriel Pena, 41, was arrested Wednesday afternoon after a citizen called the tip line and provided Pena’s location in San Jacinto County. Pena was arrested without incident by DPS agents and Highway Patrol troopers at his place of employment. Pena was wanted by the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office for failure to register as a sex offender. He has convictions for sexual assault and driving under the influence of drugs.

By the end of the day on Wednesday, 11 tips regarding the possible location of several people on the Most Wanted Sex Offenders list had been received.  “We are pleased that releasing the list led to an arrest and encourage others with information about these sex offenders to call the tip line. With citizens’ tips and continued coverage by the news media, we will bring these fugitives to justice and make our communities safer,” said DPS Director Steven McCraw.



Rebecca's Pantry is still going as well for those in need of food. Judy Ragsdale tells a little more, "They need to bring with them a picture ID, and proof of income, and we'd like to see them come out." Rebecca's Pantry is open every Thursday from 9-12 and they ask the last customer to show up no later than around 11:30. Rebecca's Pantry is located on Main Street at West Side Baptist Church.

Farmer's Market is up and going. Beverly Johnson tells KPYN all about it, "They should be in full swing now, every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday morning. They are there, located behind the old city hall, where they formally were before they moved to HWY 59. They're open at 5:30 and they're there until they sell out. They should have plenty of produce, plenty of fruit, and a lot of things to offer. So we want to encourage everyone to go out and support our local farmers there at the Farmer's Market behind city hall." For more information on Farmer's Market you may contact the Atlanta Area Chamber of Commerce at 903-796-3296

The Alzheimers-Dementia Support group has another meeting scheduled at 12 noon on July 20th in Linden at the Linden Healthcare Center. Fore more information you may call William King at 903-756-5537.

KPYN News for Wednesday July 7, 2010

Life Share’s MASH BASH is coming up again. Each year, LifeShare Blood Centers’ hold an annual M*A*S*H B*A*S*H event. The blood donors, LifeShare staff and community volunteers come out to save lives, have fun and prevent summer blood shortages. This year it will be held July 14 & 15th, at 1321 College Drive from 10:00am until 8:00pm. Patricia Cunningham, a donor recruiter says that everyone enjoys M*A*S*H BASH, and each year it is a little different but it is always fun. Patricia Cunningham also says that blood donation is a very serious subject, however, they will have a way to have fun with it. All donors will also be fed Hamburgers and Hot Dogs by the LifeShare staff. Also included for donors will be a T-Shirt handed out that goes along with the TV Show MASH that was a comedy/drama was about the lives of the medical personnel of the 4077th mobile army surgical hospital (MASH) unit during the Korean War. The much-loved series lives on in reruns on multiple cable and broadcast channels. To donate blood, you must be 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, feeling well and healthy at the time of donation, and eaten a well-balanced meal with increased fluid intake prior to donation, and present their photo ID card. Know the names and doses of any medications taken, and the reasons for taking the medications. If you would like to donate blood before this event, the bloodmobile will be at Wal-Mart in Atlanta this Friday, July 9th from 1pm until 5:30pm. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact your local LifeShare Blood Centers location at 903-794-3173 or visit www.lifeshare.org.

The Ark-La-Tex Corvette Club will be meeting again on July 20th at 6:30 at Horne Enterprise at the intersection of Highway 43 and Highway 77 in Atlanta. All corvette owners and car Enthusiasts are invited to attend. For more information, you may contact David Burden at 903-796-5340.

KPYN News for Tuesday July 6, 2010

Today begins school registrations In Queen City begins the process for school registration. Tara Collins gives more details, “These are the things you’ll need to bring. Please bring original birth certificates, and social security card, your immunization records, your proof of residence, and enrolling parent’s drivers license, need proof of income that’s required for Head Start and Pre-K. Children are not required to be present during registration. Readiness testing will be administered in the fall.” To find out more information on your child’s school registration, you may the particular school your child will be attending. Go to our Website at www.KYPN.net in our local news to obtain the phone numbers for area schools.

The Atlanta AllStars 5 & 6 year olds are headed to Center Texas on July 10th thru the 15th to bring home another state championship. Today they are holding a fundraiser in selling BBQ lunches and on the 9th they will be holding an Atlanta All-Stars Golf Scramble at the Indian Hills Country Club. The cost is $55 per person and it will start at 9am Sharp. For more information on the Golf Scramble call Jeremy McLaughlin at 903 559 3771 and to get your BBQ lunch you may call Pam Oas at 903 796-8155 or Jennifer Lance at 903 796 7231, Jessica Hale at 903 244- 0729 or Tracy Parker at 903 748-3924.

The Cass County Historical Commission meets tonight at 6:30 at the Linden Economic Development building at 201 N Main Street in Linden to discuss an application for a historical marker for the Pleasant Hill Community which includes a school, church, and cemetery. All are encouraged to attend and for more information, you may contact Charles Steger, the vice chairman at 903 796 4456

KPYN News for Monday July 5, 2010

A local Real Estate Company received prestige awards last week from the Texarkana Board of Realtors. Superior Realty in Atlanta, TX., received the first place award for the most listing recorded in the small office division in the MLS in the first quarter 2010 and the most recorded sales recorded in the small office division in the MLA for the First quarter 2010. au received the following awards the Texarkana Board of Realtors:

KPYN News for Friday July 2, 2010

Cass County Celebrates Fourth of July. Independence Day is usually a favorite holiday for Americans as we celebrate our Independence and Freedom. Cass County is no exception and this year there are many activities to choose from. Queen City will be hosting a celebration at the Queen City Baseball park. Queen City Mayor Harold Martin gives KPYN more details, “We want to invite everyone out for the Fourth of July celebration on the 3rd day of July at 6 o’clock at the Queen City Park on HWY 59N. We will have music with “Cookie and King Cakes.” We will have the inflatable jumpies for children and just everybody come out and have a real good time with us and let’s celebrate the 4th of July” For more information you may contact the Queen City city hall at 903-796-7986.

If you are wanting to throw your own form of celebration, head on over to Piggly Wiggly in Linden Texas Tomorrow from 10am to 12 noon. Yours Truly, Jamie Goodson, will be there live to talk about all the wonderful specials they have going on.

Once you get your Barbeque food, most people enjoy a firework celebration as well and the perfect place to head off to is the Cornerstone Assembly of God firework stand. Rob Mason tells KPYN a little more information, “We’ve got some of the largest cakes in town, the Tommy gun, everybody’s favorite, the big artillery, and we just ask everybody in town and the surrounding communities to come out and support us as they always have.” The Cornerstone Assembly of God is located on East Main Street.

KPYN Cares about Cass County and encourages you to have a very fun and safe Fourth of July holiday

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