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- Self-Advocate Brings Important Message to Annual Gala
Austin Davenport, an Eagle Scout, is slated to speak at the 3rd annual Snowflakes & Diamonds Gala on January 31st in Paris. The event, which benefits the Red River Valley Down Syndrome Society, has become an evening of fun and fundraising for the community while bringing to light the capabilities of individuals with Down syndrome in the family, the school , the workplace and the community. - Eisenhower State Park hosts Texoma Tie In on January 24
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, in partnership with the Red River Fly Fishers, will host a unique program of fly tying classes and activities from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday January 24th at the Eisenhower State Park Rec Hall. - Texoma Expo 2009
GRAYSON COUNTY, TX -- This weekend more than 40,000 people will descend upon Midway Mall to see all that area businesses and nonprofit groups have to offer. From digital TV converters to scented candles and from home health agencies to realtors – attendees will get an up-close-and-personal view of products and services available in Texoma. - Sherman High School Fine Arts Department presents "West Side Story"
Some cast members of the Sherman High School Fine Arts Department's presentation of "West Side Story" stopped by the studio to talk about the upcoming peformances. - Denison Chamber collecting school supplies for needy kids
DENISON, TX ― With school now back in session and tight budgets for some local parents, many kids are in need of school supplies. The Denison Chamber of Commerce is lending a hand.
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- Durant police captain graduates from FBI National Academy Program
DURANT, OK ― Captain Ben Veenstra of the Durant Police Department graduated on December 12, 2008, from the FBI National Academy Program at Quantico, Virginia.
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- Texoma Medical Center welcomes Baby New Year!
DENISON, TX -- Texoma Medical Center is pleased to announce the arrival of the first baby born in 2009.
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- Durant HS band soaking in Liberty Bowl experience
MEMPHIS, TN ― The Durant High School Marching Band is in Tennessee this Friday, where they are scheduled to perform at halftime of the Liberty Bowl between Kentucky and East Carolina.
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- Curves Of Denison Rolls Out Red Carpet To Silversneakers Members
Curves of Denison is rolling out the red carpet to members of the award-winning Healthways SilverSneakers Fitness Program, the nation’s leading exercise program designed for older adults. Beginning January 1, 2009, SilverSneakers members are eligible to join Curves of Denison at no cost.
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- Mission accomplished! Goal of 30,000 toys reached for Toys for Tots
We would like to say thank you to everyone that donated to our Toys for Tots Drive. Because of your donations, we were able to reach our goal of collecting 30,000 toys for needy children all over Texoma.
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- Soper among high schools named scholarship state champs
OKLAHOMA CITY - Eight Oklahoma high schools that combined to qualify 325 graduates for free college tuition have been named "Oklahoma's Promise 2008 State Champions" by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. - Ardmore looking ahead to 2020
ARDMORE, OK ― The City of Ardmore looked ahead at the future Monday with more of a firm plan. A plan known as “Ardmore 2020” is about to get underway. The program's steering committee says it has been more than 10 years since the chamber's last visioning process.
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- North Texas’ first female bank president bids farewell
BELLS, TX― After 45 years of service, well-known banker Shirley Mullinix is bidding farewell. Mullinix was the first female bank president in North Texas when she took the helm at First National Bank of Bells and Savoy in 1984.
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- Student magazine brings Texoma’s history to life
GAINESVILLE, TX ― A student magazine is bringing the history of Texoma closer to home. Seven home schooled students started up a magazine called Bois D’Arc, aimed at telling the stories of local heroes.
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- Sign-ups underway for Angel Food Ministries
ARDMORE, OK -- Sign-ups for Angel Food Ministries started Friday in Ardmore.
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- Santa's Workshop in Ardmore
ARDMORE, OK ― The final touches are being added to Santa’s Workshop in Ardmore. Friday is the grand opening for the community event next to the Festival of Lights. Kids of all ages will have a chance to do crafts, listen to Christmas music, and even visit with Jolly Saint Nick.
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- Band performs for Ardmore students as part of art education outreach program
ARDMORE, OK ― Ardmore students were treated to music they probably don't listen to normally Wednesday morning. The band Triple Play performed at Goddard Hall.
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- Tree lighting signifies start of holiday season in Ardmore
ARDMORE, OK ― The 31st Toys for Tots Southern Oklahoma Children's Christmas Parade Tree Lighting was held Tuesday night, marking the start of the holiday season.
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- Help spread holiday cheer to Texoma's seniors
Home Instead Senior Care has partnered with The Area Agency on Aging, The Sherman Dialysis Center and local Home Health companies to collect names of Seniors in need this holiday season. These are Seniors who might not get a Christmas otherwise.
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- Toys for Tots campaign begins in Texoma
It's that time of year again. See how your donation of a new, unwrapped toy can bring smiles to the faces of Texoma's children this holiday season. Click on Full Story for details.
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- Senior Beware
Lindsey Pledger Bolin, the Ombudsman for the Area Agency on Aging of Texoma, works with the nursing homes and assisted living facilities in Grayson, Fannin, and Cooke County. She takes an active role as an advocate for the seniors’ rights and quality care and resolves residents’ complaints in their facilities. She spoke with Nicole Holt on First News at Noon.
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- Local church collecting gift-filled shoe boxes for kids for the holidays
SHERMAN, TX ― The holidays are right around the corner and local churches are asking for donations so that children will receive gifts this holiday season. Hagerman Baptist Church is accepting donations of gift-filled shoe boxes.
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- Thanksgiving Day Free Meals
See where to get a traditional Thanksgiving meal free of charge this year.
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- Turkey giveaway set for Tuesday
The “Dedicated to Caring” family at Always Better Care Home Health and Hospice wants to make sure you and yours have a memorable Thanksgiving. They’ll be giving away turkeys on Tuesday, November 25, at 1 p.m. at the following locations, as long as they last. - Toys for Tots: The Giving Tree
Through the gift of a shiny new toy, the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation provides joy and hope to disadvantaged children who might otherwise be overlooked during the holidays. Joyce Shadden with Always Better Care was in studio this morning to talk about this year's efforts.
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- KXII-TV’s Holiday Food Drive underway
GRAYSON COUNTY, TX ― KXII-TV's annual Holiday Food Drive is underway, and the Salvation Army needs your help in making sure no one goes hungry this holiday season.
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- Texas Veterans Leadership Program
Chuck Connor was on First News at Noon this Veterans Day to discuss the Texas Veterans Leadership Program.
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- Celebrity look-alikes coming to Gainesville
GANIESVILLE, TX ― Some faces that will make you look twice are coming to Texoma. While they may not be actual celebrities, they're pretty close to the real thing.
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- Chigger Chase set for Saturday in Ardmore
ARDMORE, OK ― Preparations for this year's Chigger Chase are underway in Ardmore. The annual holiday run will take place Saturday at Ardmore Regional Park. Proceeds will go to the Family Shelter of Southern Oklahoma.
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- Fannin County Crisis Center 5K
There's a 5K race this Saturday for a great cause. See how you can get out and exercise and help out the Fannin County Crisis Center. - The Buzz: Durant Rotary Outdoor Sports Gun & Knife Show
Members from the Durant Rotary Club stopped by to talk about the Durant Rotary Outdoor Sports Gun & Knife Show this weekend. - Jill Brown Music Revue Concert
Jill Brown Studios is putting on a concert this weekend for a great cause. Click on Full Story for more. - Chi Lambda Auction- Viva Las Vegas
Chi Lambda Sorority, a non-profit women's organization in Bonham, has a fun-filled fundraiser coming up this month. Samantha Lumpkins and Denise Sanderson stopped by to talk about it on First News at Noon.
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- Plainview Schools’ scores among best in state
ARDMORE, OK ― The Plainview School District has scored among the top in the state for education.
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- The Buzz: Ride for the Red
Attention all bikers! Lisanne has the details on a ride this weekend in Grayson County. - Waterloo 5K Race for Diabetes Race Results
The Waterloo Race for Diabetes was held November 1 at Waterloo Lake in Denison. Click on Full Story to see race results.
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- Women’s Business Symposium held in Ardmore
ARDMORE, OK ― The Ardmore Convention Center was packed with women Thursday for the 2nd Annual Women's Business Symposium.
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- Wellness luncheon held in Ardmore
ARDMORE, OK ― Helping people stay healthy and well was the topic of a business luncheon in Ardmore on Wednesday. Local business leaders gathered at the Southern Oklahoma Technology Center to network and learn about the negative effects of smoking and tobacco use in the office.
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- Appointments for holiday help begin at Ardmore Salvation Army
ARDMORE, OK ― If you need help for this holiday season, your time is running out to apply for the Salvation Army's Christmas Assistance Program in Ardmore. The Ardmore Salvation Army held its first round of emergency appointments for the program on Wednesday.
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- Battle of the Ax Blood Drive
SHERMAN, TX ― The biggest game of the year is this weekend for both Sherman and Denison, but before the game Friday night, it's the Battle of the Ax Blood Drive
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- The Buzz: Whitewright Fall Festival
Kelly Collenborne of the Whitewright Chamber of Commerce stopped by today to talk about the upcoming Whitewright Fall Festival.
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- The Buzz: Fannin Co. Crisis Center
There are some upcoming events that benefit the Fannin County Crisis Center. Click on Full Story for more.
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- Ardmore bank receives community service award
ARDMORE, OK ― The Community Bankers Association presented the Make A Difference Award to employees at Ardmore’s American National Bank Thursday morning.
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- Salvation Army of Ardmore begins holiday preparations
ARDMORE, OK -- While Halloween may be just around the corner, the Salvation Army in Ardmore is already focused on Christmas and making sure families in need can share in the holiday cheer as well. The non-profit organization opened its doors for those in need to begin the appointment process for its Christmas Assistance Program.
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- The Buzz: Fright Fest 2008
Lisanne sat down with Sgt. Bruce Dawsey of the Sherman Police Department to discuss the upcoming Fright Fest 2008 on First News AM.
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- The Buzz: Roo Boo at AC
Emily Leake and Katherine Abbey were on First News at Noon to talk about a Halloween event at Austin College in Sherman.
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- The Buzz: Spooky Waterfront Barbecue Cookoff
Looking for something different this year for Halloween? Here's an event that combines Halloween and barbecue. It's a spooky cook-off coming up in Gordonville with prizes for the best eats. - Salvation Army in Sherman releases holiday assistance signup dates
SHERMAN, TX -- The Salvation Army in Sherman has announced its signup dates for those in need of assistance over the holidays. They will be holding sign-ups from Monday, October 27, through Friday, October 31, at the Salvation Army on Texoma Parkway in Sherman.
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- AYPO Mega Mixer ’08 set for October 23
On Thursday, October 23, at The Ardmore Convention Center AYPO’s will gather for Mega Mixer ’08. This will be a time of renewing old friendships while making new ones. - TMC facilities to become tobacco-free effective November 20
A countdown to better health is on at Texoma Medical Center. Beginning November 20, 2008, TMC will not permit the use of any type of tobacco product in its buildings, on its grounds, or in privately-owned vehicles on its property
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Tickets on sale for Denison playoff game
Last Updated: 4:41 PM 11/17/09 - 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. (Full Story) |
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Turkey Give-a-way
Last Updated: 7:47 AM 11/17/09 - 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. (Full Story) |
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Legends of Bluegrass Concert
Last Updated: 7:21 AM 11/13/09 - 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. (Full Story) |
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Fannin County Walk and Roll
Last Updated: 7:18 AM 11/12/09 - 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. (Full Story) |
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Veterans honored across Texoma
Last Updated: 7:20 PM 11/11/09 - 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. (Full Story) |
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