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ROCKWALL, TX -- Congressman Ralph Hall celebrated Memorial Day Weekend in a unique way Saturday morning.
Hall who just celebrated his 89th birthday decided to take the plunge and go sky diving. The Congressman took flight over Rockwall jumping tandem with an instructor who is a grandfather himself.
Hall says the jump is in honor of all of those who have served our country. Dozens turned out to show their support for Hall, who is the oldest member of congress. After a brief free fall the pair came down to make a textbook landing. Hall, who was a pilot during World War II, was then presented with a pair of Jump Wings from Army Airborne Veterans. The Congressman says he enjoyed the experience
"I want to do it again," Congressman Hall said.
Hall faces fellow republicans Steve Clark and Lou Giglotti in the upcoming primary election.
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
