12-7-04 - A Van Alstyne mother gave her own kidney to save her son’s life earlier this year. But she defied odds to do it.
A kidney donation might not seem that uncommon if Hazel Massey was her son's biological mother. But she actually adopted Cris Massey three years ago. At the time, she knew he suffered from Cystinosis, a condition that causes kidney failure, and one he’d had since he was 2 years old.
It only affects 400 people in the US and has no cure. But as Cris was placed on a transplant list, doctors realized his mother was a perfect match. Doctors performed the transplant operation in March, and since then, he has made an amazing recovery.
Posted: 05/08/13 - The Sherman Public Library is very excited about our upcoming Summer Reading Club for children and teens. Children ages birth-11 can Dig into Reading and join the Youth Summer Reading Club. The theme for the Teen Summer Reading Club this year is Beneath the Surface and it is open to teens ages 12-18. Read More
Posted: 05/07/13 - DURANT, Okla. – Regent Terry Matlock will deliver remarks at Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s Spring Commencement, scheduled for Saturday, May 11, at Paul Laird Field. The ceremony (for all schools) will begin at 10 a.m. A reception will follow at 11:30 a.m. in the Visual & Performing Arts Center. Read More
Posted: 05/06/13 - SHERMAN, TEXAS—Members of the Austin College Class of 2013 are counting down the days until graduation—with both excitement and trepidation. Austin College President Marjorie Hass will present diplomas to more than 340 bachelor’s degree candidates and 18 Master of Arts in Teaching degree candidates who will take part in graduation events May 18 and 19 on campus. Read More
