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- Texoma group spends Spring Break helping others
DENISON, TX--A local non-profit organization is giving back to the community by helping those in need improve their homes. It's called “Project Crosswalk.”
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- Seeds of Hope Luncheon
Its time for the Annual Seeds of Hope Luncheon to benefit the Crisis Center.
- GCC receives $675,000 grant
DENISON, TX - Grayson County College received a large grant today that will provide training for jobs at local businesses. The college's Center for Workplace Learning was notified it would be given more than $600,000 in a Skills Development Fund grant from the Texas Workforce Commission. - Volunteers needed to read to Denison kids
DENISON, TX--It's Texas Public School week and Denison I-S-D needs volunteer readers As soon as possible for this week's Star Reader Program. On Tuesday,
- Tom Bean police officer honored for heroism
TOM BEAN, TX - Tom Bean Police Officer Larry Rittenhouse was named the Hero of the Year at the city council meeting Monday night in Tom Bean.
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- Free monthly health screenings make Texoma healthier place
DENISON, TX - Finding out you have a disease like diabetes can be life-changing. But a simple test could let you know if you're at risk and even prevent you from developing the disease. That's the idea behind Thursday’s free screenings at TMC.
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- Fannin County 4-H Fashion Show and Tea
Fannin County 4-H is gearing up for their fashion show and tea. They are raising money for a good cause. - St. Mary's Catholic School Casino Night
It is time for St. Mary's Catholic School's Casino Night. It's a big fundraiser for the school and they need your help to meet their goal of $80,000 this year. - Benefit for Ravia Volunteer Firefighter
The Ravia Volunteer Fire Department is pulling together to support one of their own. - Heart and Soul
This weekend there is an event that can help lift your spirits and get your hearts pumping! It's called Heart and Soul. Experts will introduce "Praisercize" a fun way of getting fit. - CASA's Chocolate Indulgence Event
CASA of Grayson County is gearing up for their Chocolate Indulgence event. - Lynyrd Skynyrd Concert
It is almost time for the Lynyrd Skynyrd at the Choctaw Event Center. - Go Red for Women event held in Denison
DENISON, TX - One local agency stepped up the fight against heart disease this morning in Denison. The goal of the 'Go Red for Women' luncheon is to show that just as many women suffer from heart disease as men.
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- St. Mary's Catholic School Casino Night
St. Mary's Catholic School is hosting a casino night and they need your help to make this year another success! This is a big fundraiser for the school, this year they are hoping to raise $80,000. - Atoka Fire Truck Parade and Chili Cook Off
Join the over 400 Firefighters as they come to Atoka for the Fire Truck Parade 6:00 PM and the Atoka Main Street Chili Cook Off 5:00 – 7:00pm Friday Night, Jan 22nd, 2010. - Hugo man recognized as mentor at State Capitol
OKLAHOMA CITY - A Hugo man was honored today at the State Capitol in Oklahoma City for his service to the community as a mentor.
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- Red River Valley Down Syndrome Society Gala
The Red River Valley Down Syndrome Society is gearing up for their big gala. The Snowflakes & Diamonds Gala on January 23, 2010. - 6th graders take Haiti relief into their own hands
SHERMAN, TX - While learning about the earthquake in their social studies classes, 6th graders at Dillingham Intermediate School in Sherman decided they needed to help those suffering in Haiti.
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- SOSU celebrates MLK Day with community service, program
DURANT, OK - Students, faculty, staff, and community members celebrated Southeastern Oklahoma State University's 13th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday.
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- Empty Bowls Fundraiser
It is time for the Empty Bowls Fundraiser to raise money for the homeless. - Sherman High School Production: Grease!
Sherman High School Students are putting the production Grease! They have been working very hard and are excited to bring this production to the Texoma community. - Craig Morgan and Rodney Atkins Concert
This weekend a big concert is coming to the Choctaw Event Center in Durant.Craig Morgan and Rodney Atkins will be on stage Friday January 15, 2010. - Benefit for Brian Burkhalter
You can help support a Durant man who has given back to the Durant community. - Durant Area Chamber of Commerce-Centennial
Durant Area Chamber of Commerce is celebrating their centennial with a year packed full of events. - Holiday Vacations Alaska & Inside Passage Cruise with KXII-TV's Tom Miller
Join KXII meteorologist Tom Miller for a 13-day Alaska & Inside Passage Cruise June 15-27, 2010. Here's how to get in contact with Holiday Vacations for more information. - Smithsonian Exhibit: Journey Stories
For the past two years Durant has been working to bring a Smithsonian exhibit to the area, and now it is time for the big unveiling! It is called Journey Stories. - Emergency Response on a New Level in Grayson Co.
GRAYSON CO., TX - Emergency preparedness is something most of us hope we never have to use, but want to be trained and ready for just in case. Now there's new developments in the Grayson County Emergency Management office and how you can get involved.
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- Pastor's 25 day fast almost over, donations given to families
VAN ALSTYNE, TX - He's gone without food for a month hoping to bring attention to the real reason for the holiday season. As Pastor Jason Norton hands out all the collected donations, we catch up with him to see how he's doing.
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- 4-H Christmas Dinner
Four Corners 4H in Bonham is sponsoring a free dinner Christmas Day for anyone desiring a good meal! - Holiday Lights shine on in Grayson Co.
DENISON, TX -- If you're looking for something to get you into the holiday spirit without having to leave the comfort of your heated automobile, Grayson County officials want to remind you the annual Holiday Lights Display is underway.
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- Durant Downtown Holiday
Durant Main Street is excited about the fourth annual Downtown Holiday set for Saturday, December 5. - Salvation Army asking for your help this holiday season
SHERMAN, TX -- Every year the Salvation Army offers holiday shoppers the chance to adopt a child through their Angel Tree program, but this year the Salvation Army says Grayson County has gotten off to a slow start.
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- The Wizard of Oz
Denison students are gearing up for their production of the Wizard of Oz. They have been working very hard to perform this classic! - Pastor lives in tent and fasts for 25 days to help others
VAN ALSTYNE, TX – The holidays are a time for giving, but one pastor in Van Alstyne is taking that philosophy to a whole new level. He’s braving the cold temperatures and going without this year so that others might have more this Christmas.
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- Sherman ISD decorates desks to raise funds for United Way
SHERMAN, TX -- The Sherman Independent School District is holding a unique school desk auction to raise funds for United Way.
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- Christmas tree farm provides more than a holiday tradition
DENISON, TX - Hay rides, hot cocoa and Christmas trees are what makes the holidays bright. And now all of those things can also make for a unique educational experience at the Elves Christmas Tree Farm in Deniso
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- Tickets on sale to Denison vs. Aledo state semifinal matchup
DENISON, TX -- Tickets to Saturday’s Denison Yellow Jacket state semi-final playoff game against the Aledo Bearcats will be on sale Tuesday through Friday at the Denison ISD Administration Building at 1201 South Rusk, and Parks Drug at 1926 W. Morton Street.
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- Homeless shelter residents give back
DENISON, TX - Not only staff, but residents at the Grayson Homeless Shelter are also helping cook-up free meals for people who may not have a Thanksgiving dinner otherwise.
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- For the Kids Toy Run
It is time for the 15th Annual For the Kids Toy Run, big kids helping little kids. The need this year is greater than in years past for needy children. - Denison playoff tickets go on sale Tuesday
DENISON, TX -- Tickets to Saturday's Regional Semi-Final shootout between the Denison Yellow Jackets and the Marshall Mavericks go on sale Tuesday, November 24, from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. at Parks Drug in Denison. - Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner set for Monday in Ada
ADA, OK -- An annual thanksgiving tradition will take place in Ada tonight as the community comes together for a fall feast.
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- Home Hospice Christmas Tree Lighting
It is time for the Christmas tree lighting sponsored by Home Hospice of Grayson County. - Veterans honored across Texoma
The outpouring on Wednesday at Veterans Day ceremonies across Texoma was both moving and powerful. Across the area local veterans received many thanks and words of gratitude for their service.
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- Waterloo 5k Race Results
Here are results from this year's Waterloo 5k Race Against Diabetes put on by the Texoma Health Foundation. - Tickets on sale for Denison playoff game
Tickets to the Denison Yellow Jacket Area State Playoff game against Dallas Conrad go on sale Tuesday morning at the Denison ISD Administration Building, the Denison High School Athletic Office, and Parks Drugs at 1926 W. Morton Street. - Turkey Give-a-way
Always Better Care is sponsoring their second annual Turkey Give-a-way. They want to provide an extra special gift for needy families this year. - Legends of Bluegrass Concert
It is time for the Legends of Bluegrass Concert at the Choctaw Event Center. Its coming up Saturday November 14th. The Doors open at 6:00pm. - Fannin County Walk and Roll
If you want to get some good exercise and support a good cause at the same time, Northeast Medical home Home Health is calling on you. - Texoma Veterans Day Events
We've compiled a list of Texoma Veterans Day events. If you have an event you'd like to see added to our list, email it to firstnews@kxii.com. - Vegas Nights
The Sherman Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring their 3rd annual Vegas Nights event. It is a fundraiser for the chamber and the North Texas Youth Connection. It starts at 7:00pm on November 21st at the Municipal Ballroom. Tickets are $40 and they are also taking sponsorships.
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Texoma group spends Spring Break helping others
Last Updated: 4:38 PM 03/16/10 - DENISON, TX--A local non-profit organization is giving back to the community by helping those in need improve their homes. It's called “Project Crosswalk.” (Full Story) |
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Seeds of Hope Luncheon
Last Updated: 8:00 AM 03/16/10 - Its time for the Annual Seeds of Hope Luncheon to benefit the Crisis Center. (Full Story) |
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GCC receives $675,000 grant
Last Updated: 5:56 PM 03/12/10 - DENISON, TX - Grayson County College received a large grant today that will provide training for jobs at local businesses. The college's Center for Workplace Learning was notified it would be given more than $600,000 in a Skills Development Fund grant from the Texas Workforce Commission. (Full Story) |
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Volunteers needed to read to Denison kids
Last Updated: 2:59 PM 03/09/10 - DENISON, TX--It's Texas Public School week and Denison I-S-D needs volunteer readers As soon as possible for this week's Star Reader Program. On Tuesday, (Full Story) |
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Tom Bean police officer honored for heroism
Last Updated: 5:59 PM 03/08/10 - TOM BEAN, TX - Tom Bean Police Officer Larry Rittenhouse was named the Hero of the Year at the city council meeting Monday night in Tom Bean. (Full Story) |
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