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Military, tip and prayers

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Please help me keep the servicemembers’ list current by calling changes to 784- 3357.

Tarleton recognizes Crystal Apple honorees

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STEPHENVILLE — Tarleton State University recognized five distinguished educators at a Nov. 30 virtual induction into the Crystal Apple Society.

THIS WEEK IN TEXAS HISTORY

Despite the ravages of the cancer that would take his life in two months, Ben Lee Boynton made the long and difficult trip to Boston for his induction into the College Football Hall of Fame on Dec. 4, 1962.

Meridian native named Senior sailor of the year

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HOUSTON- Petty Officer 1st Class Scott Hewlett, a native of Meridian, Texas, was recently named Navy Talent Acquisition Group Houston’s Senior Sailor of the Year. Hewlett is. a 2004 Meridian High School graduate.

36 cases

Hamilton General Hospital reported eight new cases of COVID-19 Monday and seven on Tuesday, with a total of 36 active cases as of Tuesday.

TDLR extends licensure grace

AUSTIN – Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation licensees with renewable licenses that expired between Aug. 1 and Nov. 30 will be considered to hold emergency licenses valid for up to 120 days after their expiration dates.

CHRISTMAS-TIME IS OFFICIALLY HERE

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Hamilton’s 2019 Citizen of the Year James Lively lit the courthouse Christmas tree Monday evening, officially kicking off the Christmas season in Hamilton. This year, there will be no Christmas on the Square because of the COVID pandemic. Staff Photo

A&M fraternity helps beautify City Lake

On the second weekend of November, 22 colligate members of the Beta Nu chapter of Alpha Gamma Rho at Texas A&M University visited Hamilton County for their semi-annual Brotherhood Retreat.

For this we give thanks

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“I love baking because it makes me happy!” says Micala Crownover, who has been incredibly busy this week baking for her family and friends.

She has been honing her recipes and skills for months getting ready for the holiday season.

“This is my favorite time of year and being able to bless others through the gift of baked goods makes me happy.

“I’ve always loved to be in the kitchen when it comes to making anything sweet. When I was a kid my Mawmaw taught me how to make the best homemade brownies, and I just started to expand from there.”

Better Living for Texans

Thanksgiving Turkey Tips As thanksgiving approaches, planning and preparing for the holiday dinner can result in anxiety and questions. What kind of turkey should you buy? Should you buy a frozen or fresh turkey? How do you store the turkey? A few simple steps will ease holiday fears and ensure a delicious and safe meal for family and friends. The following tips may help you prepare a successful and safe holiday meal.