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Toys for Tots campaign begins in Texoma

Last Updated: 5:31 PM 12/02/08 - 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. (Full Story)
Eye on Education: Admission cuts

Last Updated: 11:18 AM 12/02/08 - State budget cuts mean public universities will be accepting fewer students than in years past. CBS News' Bill Whitaker has more in our Eye on Education report. (Full Story)
Living Lean After Thanksgiving

Last Updated: 11:00 AM 12/02/08 - Fitness expert Jimmy Rosser from Nautilus Sport & Fitness was in studio to show you how pop squats can jump start shedding those Thanksgiving pounds, and nutritionist Tori Park shows you how to turn those Thanksgiving leftovers into a healthy salad. (Full Story)
The Power of Prayer- Conner's Story

Last Updated: 10:06 AM 11/25/08 - It's been over two years since little Conner was severely injured in a wreck that killed his father and brother. This morning we look at how far this little guy has come. He's now kicking and moving his arms, even though doctors said it wouldn't be possible. (Full Story)
Cooking with Cathy: The Thanksgiving Bird

Last Updated: 10:42 AM 11/26/08 - Every year, Chef Cathy Zeis and our Lisanne Anderson prepare a turkey. They've shown you how to prep the bird for the oven. Now it's time to show you how to cook it and serve it.
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Marshall County soldier laid to rest Save Email Print
Posted: 10:47 PM Sep 27, 2008
 Last Updated: 9:43 AM Sep 29, 2008
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KINGSTON, Okla. -- Family, Friends, and the Kingston community turned out to pay tribute to Corporal Michael Thompson. Services for the fallen soldier were held at the Kingston High School auditorium.

"Today our thoughts and prayers are with his family because they, and we at the national guard mourn the loss of Corporal Thompson," said Lt. Col. Jon Harrison.

Thompson and six others died in a helicopter crash in Iraq on September 18th. He was buried in Shay Cemetery in Shay, Oklahoma.
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Posted by: me Location: here on Sep 29, 2008 at 11:18 AM
My thoughts and prayers go out to this American Hero's family. May God comfort you through this tragic time.
Posted by: roger Location: nashville on Sep 28, 2008 at 09:14 PM
Michael Thompson May you rest in the arms of God forever and ever. To your family I am so deeply sorry, There are no words that can ease your pain. My prayers and thoughts are with each and every one of you.
Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 28, 2008 at 02:15 PM
RIP Soldier!
Posted by: Bill Location: Springer on Sep 28, 2008 at 07:16 AM
I pray this morning for this family, and offer my deepest respects and hope that God will comfort you in your time of loss as only he can. I would also like to say thank you to Corporal Thompson and his family, for the ultimate sacrifice he has made. It is because of young men and women like him that we all have the fredoom and security we have in this country. God Bless you!
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Help spread holiday cheer to Texoma's seniors

Last Updated: 3:39 PM 12/01/08 - 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. (Full Story)
Toys for Tots campaign begins in Texoma

Last Updated: 5:31 PM 12/02/08 - 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. (Full Story)
Senior Beware

Last Updated: 2:30 PM 11/24/08 - 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. (Full Story)
Local church collecting gift-filled shoe boxes for kids for the holidays

Last Updated: 11:48 AM 11/18/08 - 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. (Full Story)
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