Front Page News
Collision in Robertson County results in fatality
by Lisbeth Lockwood
(Posted 1/11/2012 10:54 am)
Law enforcement personnel were not available Wednesday to discuss details of the Jan. 9 fatality accident on HWY 6 south of Hearne, but according to media sources, Anthony Tostado, 20 of Calvert, was on his way to work in Bryan. He was killed when his vehicle hydroplaned and caused him to cross into southbound lanes of the highway. Media reports stated that Tostado was not wearing a seatbelt.
His vehicle was hit by an oncoming car driven by Martin Siweck, 62 of Kingwood. Media sources stated that Siweck was not injured and was wearing a seatbelt.
A visitation is More
by Lisbeth Lockwood
(Posted 1/11/2012 10:54 am)
Law enforcement personnel were not available Wednesday to discuss details of the Jan. 9 fatality accident on HWY 6 south of Hearne, but according to media sources, Anthony Tostado, 20 of Calvert, was on his way to work in Bryan. He was killed when his vehicle hydroplaned and caused him to cross into southbound lanes of the highway. Media reports stated that Tostado was not wearing a seatbelt.
His vehicle was hit by an oncoming car driven by Martin Siweck, 62 of Kingwood. Media sources stated that Siweck was not injured and was wearing a seatbelt.
A visitation is More
Over 30 Calvert drug houses to be demolished
by Lisbeth Lockwood
(Posted 1/11/2012 10:31 am)
In early March the Texas National Guard will work in partnership with the City of Calvert to tear down over 30 derelict buildings. The city-controlled properties will be knocked down by National Guard members; the City will assume responsibility for removing and disposing of debris from the lots.
On Jan. 9 The City Council unanimously approved the project and allocated funds to cover costs of debris removal.
Calvert Police Chief Nancy Juvrud expressed enthusiasm for the project. She said that often people being chased by the police seek refuge in the drug houses; demolishing the sites will make the task More
by Lisbeth Lockwood
(Posted 1/11/2012 10:31 am)
In early March the Texas National Guard will work in partnership with the City of Calvert to tear down over 30 derelict buildings. The city-controlled properties will be knocked down by National Guard members; the City will assume responsibility for removing and disposing of debris from the lots.On Jan. 9 The City Council unanimously approved the project and allocated funds to cover costs of debris removal.
Calvert Police Chief Nancy Juvrud expressed enthusiasm for the project. She said that often people being chased by the police seek refuge in the drug houses; demolishing the sites will make the task More
Groundwater association elects officers for 2012
by Kendra Maness
(Posted 1/11/2012 10:28 am)
Members of the Brazos Valley Groundwater Conservation District met on Jan. 5, in the Hearne office for their regular meeting. All board members were present.
The first item of business on the agenda was to elect officers for the 2012 calendar year. Board member Kent Watson recommended Steve Beachy as president, Bryan 'Rusty' Russ as vice president, David Stratta as secretary and Watson as treasurer.
Beachy stated that he would accept the position only on the condition that all the board members would work together toward a resolution on the differences of the board.
"I will listen to More
by Kendra Maness
(Posted 1/11/2012 10:28 am)
Members of the Brazos Valley Groundwater Conservation District met on Jan. 5, in the Hearne office for their regular meeting. All board members were present.
The first item of business on the agenda was to elect officers for the 2012 calendar year. Board member Kent Watson recommended Steve Beachy as president, Bryan 'Rusty' Russ as vice president, David Stratta as secretary and Watson as treasurer.
Beachy stated that he would accept the position only on the condition that all the board members would work together toward a resolution on the differences of the board.
"I will listen to More
Franklin prepares for Christmas Parade
by Franklin Chamber of Commerce
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:04 pm)
Franklin City workers prepare the town for the annual Christmas parade by putting up lights along Hwy 79. The parade will take place this Saturday, starting at 6 p.m. Last Wednesday, a big step was made towards getting the City of Franklin ready for the Christmas season when Navasota Valley Electric volunteered their time to hang the City’s Christmas decorations. The decorations were hung on the light poles around the Courthouse Square and on US Highway 79. Employees of the City of Franklin and the Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce joined forces to prepare the decorations for hanging, which included replacing hundreds of burnt light bulbs and many broken ornaments.
“A Star Spangled Christmas” parade will begin at Franklin City Park at 6pm on Saturday December More
by Franklin Chamber of Commerce
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:04 pm)
Franklin City workers prepare the town for the annual Christmas parade by putting up lights along Hwy 79. The parade will take place this Saturday, starting at 6 p.m. Last Wednesday, a big step was made towards getting the City of Franklin ready for the Christmas season when Navasota Valley Electric volunteered their time to hang the City’s Christmas decorations. The decorations were hung on the light poles around the Courthouse Square and on US Highway 79. Employees of the City of Franklin and the Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce joined forces to prepare the decorations for hanging, which included replacing hundreds of burnt light bulbs and many broken ornaments.
“A Star Spangled Christmas” parade will begin at Franklin City Park at 6pm on Saturday December More
Walking in a Calvert Wonderland
by Melissa Freeman
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:02 pm)
Mike and Michaela Lange join Elaine Hensarling at stop three on the Victorian Christmas Tour. Last weekend, Dec. 3 and 4, between 100 and 120 guests came to Calvert to take the Victorian Christmas Tour; others came to shop, eat, and enjoy music in Calvert’s downtown movie theatre. All seemed to come to celebrate. As Sandy Hudson and several others commented, this Tour was one of the better because people were in the holiday mood. One couple even came dressed as Santa and Mrs. Claus, and he was carrying his bundle of toys on his back. It was merriment on the loose.
This year’s tour was an intriguing mix of the “done and More
by Melissa Freeman
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:02 pm)
Mike and Michaela Lange join Elaine Hensarling at stop three on the Victorian Christmas Tour. Last weekend, Dec. 3 and 4, between 100 and 120 guests came to Calvert to take the Victorian Christmas Tour; others came to shop, eat, and enjoy music in Calvert’s downtown movie theatre. All seemed to come to celebrate. As Sandy Hudson and several others commented, this Tour was one of the better because people were in the holiday mood. One couple even came dressed as Santa and Mrs. Claus, and he was carrying his bundle of toys on his back. It was merriment on the loose.
This year’s tour was an intriguing mix of the “done and More
Local News
Local teacher receives Science Teacher of the Year award
by Submitted
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:16 pm)
Rita Williams On Thursday, Nov. 17, the Science Teachers Association of Texas (STAT), awarded annual prizes to the Texas Science Teachers of the Year at the annual Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching.
The award for Middle School Science Teacher of the Year for the State of Texas was presented to Rita Williams of Franklin ISD.
To be considered for this honor the teacher must demonstrate evidence of creativity in the classroom where content mastery skills are taught effectively in addition to demonstrating exemplary strengths in motivation and management skills. .
Williams, with thirty seven years of classroom More
by Submitted
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:16 pm)
Rita Williams On Thursday, Nov. 17, the Science Teachers Association of Texas (STAT), awarded annual prizes to the Texas Science Teachers of the Year at the annual Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching.
The award for Middle School Science Teacher of the Year for the State of Texas was presented to Rita Williams of Franklin ISD.
To be considered for this honor the teacher must demonstrate evidence of creativity in the classroom where content mastery skills are taught effectively in addition to demonstrating exemplary strengths in motivation and management skills. .
Williams, with thirty seven years of classroom More
Christmas in the Park, 2011
by Melissa Freeman
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:11 pm)
The Calvert High School band launches into their Christmas Carol concert in the park during Saturday's tree lighting event. The Virginia Field Park Gazebo has rarely been brighter or more packed than it was for Saturday’s Christmas Tree Lighting in the Park. The Christmas tree towered over the crowd, extending almost to the top of the over 110-year-old gazebo/band stand. This structure was built in the days when entire orchestras could play under its roof with an audience seated along the sides.
City Supervisor Kevin O’Carrol and crew set up and decorated the 12 foot tree. Several guests, including Dan Jordan, commented on what an amazing job the city crew did.
The lights went on to some oooh’s and More
by Melissa Freeman
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:11 pm)
The Calvert High School band launches into their Christmas Carol concert in the park during Saturday's tree lighting event. The Virginia Field Park Gazebo has rarely been brighter or more packed than it was for Saturday’s Christmas Tree Lighting in the Park. The Christmas tree towered over the crowd, extending almost to the top of the over 110-year-old gazebo/band stand. This structure was built in the days when entire orchestras could play under its roof with an audience seated along the sides.
City Supervisor Kevin O’Carrol and crew set up and decorated the 12 foot tree. Several guests, including Dan Jordan, commented on what an amazing job the city crew did.
The lights went on to some oooh’s and More
Funds awarded to the Hearne Police Department
by Submitted
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:08 pm)
John C. Paschall, county and district attorney, awarded $8,000 to the Hearne Police Department towards the establishment of a K-9 unit.
The funds, which were derived from property seized and forfeited to Robertson County under Chapter 59 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, will be used to purchase and train a canine to detect the presence of drugs.
On hand to receive the check were Hearne Police Chief Thomas Williams and Lt. Richard Corwin.
by Submitted
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:08 pm)
John C. Paschall, county and district attorney, awarded $8,000 to the Hearne Police Department towards the establishment of a K-9 unit. The funds, which were derived from property seized and forfeited to Robertson County under Chapter 59 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, will be used to purchase and train a canine to detect the presence of drugs.
On hand to receive the check were Hearne Police Chief Thomas Williams and Lt. Richard Corwin.
New Baden Jamboree
by Submitted
(Posted 12/2/2011 10:32 am)
Howdy folks. Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving.
Its once again time for the New Baden Jamboree. As you all know its on the first Saturday of each month since 1954. This Saturday, Dec. 3, we are having our annual Christmas Show complete with music and Santa Clause. Bring the kids to talk with Santa for I know they have a lot to tell him. Our first group for the evening is Valley Junction from College Station. These folks play very smooth Bluegrass music.They were a featured band at this years Texas Red Festival in downtown Bryan.You need More
by Submitted
(Posted 12/2/2011 10:32 am)
Howdy folks. Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving.
Its once again time for the New Baden Jamboree. As you all know its on the first Saturday of each month since 1954. This Saturday, Dec. 3, we are having our annual Christmas Show complete with music and Santa Clause. Bring the kids to talk with Santa for I know they have a lot to tell him. Our first group for the evening is Valley Junction from College Station. These folks play very smooth Bluegrass music.They were a featured band at this years Texas Red Festival in downtown Bryan.You need More
Encana Oil & Gas to host Dec. 2 energy workshop for Robertson and Leon County teachers
by Submitted
(Posted 12/2/2011 10:31 am)
Encana Oil & Gas (USA) Inc., one of the nation’s leading independent natural gas producers, has partnered with the National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project to host a special one-day energy workshop on Dec. 2, from 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. for K-12 teachers throughout Robertson County, Leon County and surrounding areas.
The NEED workshop, to be held at the Pridgeon Center in Franklin, is designed to teach the science of energy, energy transformations, transportation fuels, Texas’ energy resources, and the importance of energy efficiency and conservation. The workshop offers a unique opportunity for classroom teachers to learn about energy More
by Submitted
(Posted 12/2/2011 10:31 am)
Encana Oil & Gas (USA) Inc., one of the nation’s leading independent natural gas producers, has partnered with the National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project to host a special one-day energy workshop on Dec. 2, from 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. for K-12 teachers throughout Robertson County, Leon County and surrounding areas.
The NEED workshop, to be held at the Pridgeon Center in Franklin, is designed to teach the science of energy, energy transformations, transportation fuels, Texas’ energy resources, and the importance of energy efficiency and conservation. The workshop offers a unique opportunity for classroom teachers to learn about energy More
Gause News
by Wanda Lee
(Posted 12/2/2011 10:30 am)
Hope to see you all at the Community Improvement Program (CIP) annual Christmas program and dinner on Saturday, Dec. 3. Things get underway at 11 a.m. at the Gause Community Center.
Gause Junior High boys and girls basketball teams are starting off great.
Coach Jordan Dent is the boys coach and in the first game against Buckholts
the Bears won 37-24. Patrick Pierce scored 17 points, Justin Gosch nine and
Brian Juston nine. The boys “B” team won over Allen Academy 15-14. Nick
Castilleja scored seven points. The “A” team beat Allen Academy 28-26.
Gosch had 13 points, Pierce six More
by Wanda Lee
(Posted 12/2/2011 10:30 am)
Hope to see you all at the Community Improvement Program (CIP) annual Christmas program and dinner on Saturday, Dec. 3. Things get underway at 11 a.m. at the Gause Community Center.
Gause Junior High boys and girls basketball teams are starting off great.
Coach Jordan Dent is the boys coach and in the first game against Buckholts
the Bears won 37-24. Patrick Pierce scored 17 points, Justin Gosch nine and
Brian Juston nine. The boys “B” team won over Allen Academy 15-14. Nick
Castilleja scored seven points. The “A” team beat Allen Academy 28-26.
Gosch had 13 points, Pierce six More
Mumford named TBEC Honor Roll school
by Submitted
(Posted 11/2/2011 03:06 pm)
Mumford Superintendent Pete Bienski Jr. accepts the TBEC Honor Roll award from state Senator Steve Ogden.
by Submitted
(Posted 11/2/2011 03:06 pm)
Mumford Superintendent Pete Bienski Jr. accepts the TBEC Honor Roll award from state Senator Steve Ogden.
The Fall Administrators’ Conference, hosted by the Education Service Center, Region VI, was held in Huntsville, at the Professional Development Center, on October 26. Exemplary and recognized school districts and campuses for 2011 were honored, as well as those schools receiving The Texas Business and Education Coalition Awards. Also showcased were the administrators and teacher-of-the-year finalists, and winners. NCLB National Blue Ribbon
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Obituaries
Verna Berger
(Posted 1/11/2012 11:13 am)
Verna Berger, 97, of Fairfield, formerly of Bremond, passed away at her home on Monday, January 2, 2012.
Visitation is set for Friday, January 6, 2012 from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Bremond Funeral Home with Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass is set for Saturday, January 7 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Bremond with interment to follow at St. Mary Cemetery. Officiating Pastors are Reverend Devaraj Arulappa, Pastor at St. Bernard's Parish in Fairfield, Texas and Reverend Celso Yu, Pastor of St. Mary's Parish in Bremond. Pallbearers are Steve Barton, Doug Johnson, Martin Ramirez, Charlie Johnston, Ty Johnson, Garrett Johnson, Colten Johnston, and Stash Muzyka.
Verna is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Virginia and Don Bane of Georgetown, Texas, and Barbara and Barney Crouch of Fairfield, Texas; grandchildren, Donna Ramirez and husband, Martin of Florence, Texas; Debbie Johnson and husband, Doug of Burnet, Texas; Stephen Barton and wife, Becky of Conroe, Texas; Crystal Johnston and husband, Charlie of Bryan, Texas; step-grandchildren, Deanne and Todd Sullivan of Victoria; Bob and Anita Avery and Jerry and Leslie Avery, all of Fairfield; great-grandchildren, Nicole Torrez and fiancee, Steven Ponciano of LIberty Hill, Texas; Ty Johnson, Kylie Johnson, and Garrett Johnson all of Burnet; Colten Johnston of Bryan; sisters, Vickie Kubiak and Gertrude Kubiak both of Houston; sisters-in-law, Betty Slenk of Bremond, Betty Berger, and Dorothy Berger both of Houston; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Theresa and Roman Kasowski of Ennis, Texas; Christine and Ray Sweet of Houston; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
Verna was preceded in death by her husband, Steve Berger; great-grandson, John Torrez III; parents, Annie and Antone Slenk; sisters, Ann Deschensky and Rose Kempenski; brothers, John Slenk and Leon Slenk.
Arrangements are entrusted to Bremond Funeral Home.
(Posted 1/11/2012 11:13 am)
Verna Berger, 97, of Fairfield, formerly of Bremond, passed away at her home on Monday, January 2, 2012.Visitation is set for Friday, January 6, 2012 from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Bremond Funeral Home with Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass is set for Saturday, January 7 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Bremond with interment to follow at St. Mary Cemetery. Officiating Pastors are Reverend Devaraj Arulappa, Pastor at St. Bernard's Parish in Fairfield, Texas and Reverend Celso Yu, Pastor of St. Mary's Parish in Bremond. Pallbearers are Steve Barton, Doug Johnson, Martin Ramirez, Charlie Johnston, Ty Johnson, Garrett Johnson, Colten Johnston, and Stash Muzyka.
Verna is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Virginia and Don Bane of Georgetown, Texas, and Barbara and Barney Crouch of Fairfield, Texas; grandchildren, Donna Ramirez and husband, Martin of Florence, Texas; Debbie Johnson and husband, Doug of Burnet, Texas; Stephen Barton and wife, Becky of Conroe, Texas; Crystal Johnston and husband, Charlie of Bryan, Texas; step-grandchildren, Deanne and Todd Sullivan of Victoria; Bob and Anita Avery and Jerry and Leslie Avery, all of Fairfield; great-grandchildren, Nicole Torrez and fiancee, Steven Ponciano of LIberty Hill, Texas; Ty Johnson, Kylie Johnson, and Garrett Johnson all of Burnet; Colten Johnston of Bryan; sisters, Vickie Kubiak and Gertrude Kubiak both of Houston; sisters-in-law, Betty Slenk of Bremond, Betty Berger, and Dorothy Berger both of Houston; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Theresa and Roman Kasowski of Ennis, Texas; Christine and Ray Sweet of Houston; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
Verna was preceded in death by her husband, Steve Berger; great-grandson, John Torrez III; parents, Annie and Antone Slenk; sisters, Ann Deschensky and Rose Kempenski; brothers, John Slenk and Leon Slenk.
Arrangements are entrusted to Bremond Funeral Home.
Harlan Edward Short
(Posted 1/11/2012 11:13 am)
Harlan Edward Short, 48, of Cameron, died Sunday, January 1, 2012 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Marek-Burns-Laywell Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Little River Cemetery near Jones Prairie. Family visitation will be Wednesday from 6-8:00 p.m. At the funeral home.
Harlan was born March 15, 1963 in Fort Hood Texas to Dortch Edward and Betty Jo (Harlan) Short. He had worked as a master pipefitter and welder. Preceded in death by his father, Halan is survived by: son, Harlen Short, Jr. of Brooklyn, NY; daughter, Tiffany Short of Bryan; mother, Betty Short of Branchville; brothers, Dortch Short Jr. of Comfort, Jack Short of Temple; sisters, Margaret Roberts of Park City, Utah, Katharine Rubac of Branchville; and long time girl friend Bobbie McCarver.
Marek-Burns-Laywell Funeral Home of Cameron is in charge of arrangements.
(Posted 1/11/2012 11:13 am)
Harlan Edward Short, 48, of Cameron, died Sunday, January 1, 2012 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Marek-Burns-Laywell Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Little River Cemetery near Jones Prairie. Family visitation will be Wednesday from 6-8:00 p.m. At the funeral home.
Harlan was born March 15, 1963 in Fort Hood Texas to Dortch Edward and Betty Jo (Harlan) Short. He had worked as a master pipefitter and welder. Preceded in death by his father, Halan is survived by: son, Harlen Short, Jr. of Brooklyn, NY; daughter, Tiffany Short of Bryan; mother, Betty Short of Branchville; brothers, Dortch Short Jr. of Comfort, Jack Short of Temple; sisters, Margaret Roberts of Park City, Utah, Katharine Rubac of Branchville; and long time girl friend Bobbie McCarver.
Marek-Burns-Laywell Funeral Home of Cameron is in charge of arrangements.
Rodrigo Sanchez
(Posted 1/11/2012 11:01 am)
Rodrigo Sanchez, 81 of Hearne, went home to be with the Lord on January 1, 2012. A visitation was held on Friday, January 6, from 5-7 p.m. with a Rosary following, at Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral services were held on Saturday, January 7, at 10 a.m. at St Mary’s Catholic Church. Arrangements were made by Memorial Funeral Home in Hearne.
(Posted 1/11/2012 11:01 am)
Rodrigo Sanchez, 81 of Hearne, went home to be with the Lord on January 1, 2012. A visitation was held on Friday, January 6, from 5-7 p.m. with a Rosary following, at Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral services were held on Saturday, January 7, at 10 a.m. at St Mary’s Catholic Church. Arrangements were made by Memorial Funeral Home in Hearne.
Eddie Gaylon Rinehart
(Posted 1/11/2012 11:00 am)
Eddie Gaylon Rinehart, (the self-professed Meanest Man in Booger County) was born on December 4, 1926 the youngest of 3 children of Eddie Alonzo “Lonnie” Rinehart and Martha Ann Stanford Rinehart in Headsprairie, Texas outside Kosse, Texas.
On January 10, 2012, he breathed his last breath and went home to his Heavenly Father. He was preceded in death by his father Eddie A. “Lonnie” Rinehart, his mother Martha Ann Stanford Rinehart and his brother Hulon Mike Rinehart.
He is survived by his wife Ruth Gunter Rinehart, sister Lana Glendell Rasco, Daughters and sons-in-law Gayla and Gene Tuttle of Plano, Texas, Laura and Ed Boswell of Strong, Arkansas, and son Mike Rinehart and Laura Toups of Austin, Texas. Five grandchildren: Tray Boswell, Genie Boswell Langston, Jason Boswell, Johnson Rinehart and Jeff Rinehart. One great-granddaughter: Anna Grace Langston.
After graduation from Kosse High School in 1943, he entered the U. S. Army and was among the first troops to land in Korea. After the Army, he returned to Kosse where he met and on June 14, 1947, married Carolyn Ruth Gunter.
In 1950, he became Ranch Manager of the Double Circle Ranch near Camp Creek Lake and moved to Robertson County with Ruth and their 5 month old daughter Gayla Carol.
In 1962, they bought the Franklin Tailor Shop and they packed up a borrowed feed truck and moved the whole family to Beverly Hills, oops Franklin, Texas. In 1963, he was appointed Postmaster in Franklin by President John F. Kennedy. He retired in 1993 after 30 years of service to the U. S. Postal Service.
Over the years, he owned and operated other businesses in Franklin as well. Including, but not limited to the Western Auto, a TV repair business, and the Gulf Station on Highway 79. Before, during and after all those businesses, he was a farmer and rancher.
He was involved in his community in many capacities over the years and was active in many civic organizations, including but not limited to: Franklin Baptist Church, American Legion Honor Guard, Franklin Lions Club, Franklin Little League and until he entered the Franklin Nursing Home in 2003, was frequently honored as ‘fan of the year’ by many Franklin athletic teams.
The family wishes to thank all of his caregivers from the Franklin Nursing Home and St. Joseph’s Hospital. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to Hospice Brazos Valley or a charity of your choice (especially if it is for children athletics).
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 14, 2012 at 11 am at the Franklin Baptist Church, Reverend Jim Manning officiating. Visitation with the family will be in the Fellowship Hall of Franklin Baptist Church immediately following the service. Cremation arrangements by McCauley Funeral Home.
(Posted 1/11/2012 11:00 am)
Eddie Gaylon Rinehart, (the self-professed Meanest Man in Booger County) was born on December 4, 1926 the youngest of 3 children of Eddie Alonzo “Lonnie” Rinehart and Martha Ann Stanford Rinehart in Headsprairie, Texas outside Kosse, Texas.
On January 10, 2012, he breathed his last breath and went home to his Heavenly Father. He was preceded in death by his father Eddie A. “Lonnie” Rinehart, his mother Martha Ann Stanford Rinehart and his brother Hulon Mike Rinehart.
He is survived by his wife Ruth Gunter Rinehart, sister Lana Glendell Rasco, Daughters and sons-in-law Gayla and Gene Tuttle of Plano, Texas, Laura and Ed Boswell of Strong, Arkansas, and son Mike Rinehart and Laura Toups of Austin, Texas. Five grandchildren: Tray Boswell, Genie Boswell Langston, Jason Boswell, Johnson Rinehart and Jeff Rinehart. One great-granddaughter: Anna Grace Langston.
After graduation from Kosse High School in 1943, he entered the U. S. Army and was among the first troops to land in Korea. After the Army, he returned to Kosse where he met and on June 14, 1947, married Carolyn Ruth Gunter.
In 1950, he became Ranch Manager of the Double Circle Ranch near Camp Creek Lake and moved to Robertson County with Ruth and their 5 month old daughter Gayla Carol.
In 1962, they bought the Franklin Tailor Shop and they packed up a borrowed feed truck and moved the whole family to Beverly Hills, oops Franklin, Texas. In 1963, he was appointed Postmaster in Franklin by President John F. Kennedy. He retired in 1993 after 30 years of service to the U. S. Postal Service.
Over the years, he owned and operated other businesses in Franklin as well. Including, but not limited to the Western Auto, a TV repair business, and the Gulf Station on Highway 79. Before, during and after all those businesses, he was a farmer and rancher.
He was involved in his community in many capacities over the years and was active in many civic organizations, including but not limited to: Franklin Baptist Church, American Legion Honor Guard, Franklin Lions Club, Franklin Little League and until he entered the Franklin Nursing Home in 2003, was frequently honored as ‘fan of the year’ by many Franklin athletic teams.
The family wishes to thank all of his caregivers from the Franklin Nursing Home and St. Joseph’s Hospital. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to Hospice Brazos Valley or a charity of your choice (especially if it is for children athletics).
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 14, 2012 at 11 am at the Franklin Baptist Church, Reverend Jim Manning officiating. Visitation with the family will be in the Fellowship Hall of Franklin Baptist Church immediately following the service. Cremation arrangements by McCauley Funeral Home.
William "Bill" Merryman
(Posted 1/11/2012 10:59 am)
William “Bill” Merryman, 67, of Hearne, Texas passed away on
Wednesday, January 04, 2012 at his residence. He was born on January 3, 1945 in Bryan, Texas to William Presley Merryman and Mary Bernice Brisher Merryman. He attended school in Franklin and married Linda Seigler on April 14, 1965 in New Baden, Texas.
He was retired from Texas A&M University where he was employed as a millwright. He was a lifelong resident of Robertson County and of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by his parents, Press and Bernice Merryman and brother, Bobby May.
He is survived by: Wife, Linda Merryman of Hearne; two daughters and Sons-in-law, Lisa and Kevin Reese of Milano,
Lori and Tim Bienski of Bryan; sister, Rebecca Yoakum of Franklin; brother and sister-in-law, Laddie W. and Wife Shirley May of Franklin; four grandchildren, William Reese and wife Jatanna, Jessica Reese, Tiffany Conner and D.J. Conner; two great grandchildren, Braxton Reese and Ely Reese; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at 1:00 P.M. at the McCauley Funeral Home Chapel in Franklin. Jack Wren will officiate. A visitation with the family will be held on Friday evening from 6-8P.M. at McCauley Funeral Home.
(Posted 1/11/2012 10:59 am)
William “Bill” Merryman, 67, of Hearne, Texas passed away onWednesday, January 04, 2012 at his residence. He was born on January 3, 1945 in Bryan, Texas to William Presley Merryman and Mary Bernice Brisher Merryman. He attended school in Franklin and married Linda Seigler on April 14, 1965 in New Baden, Texas.
He was retired from Texas A&M University where he was employed as a millwright. He was a lifelong resident of Robertson County and of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by his parents, Press and Bernice Merryman and brother, Bobby May.
He is survived by: Wife, Linda Merryman of Hearne; two daughters and Sons-in-law, Lisa and Kevin Reese of Milano,
Lori and Tim Bienski of Bryan; sister, Rebecca Yoakum of Franklin; brother and sister-in-law, Laddie W. and Wife Shirley May of Franklin; four grandchildren, William Reese and wife Jatanna, Jessica Reese, Tiffany Conner and D.J. Conner; two great grandchildren, Braxton Reese and Ely Reese; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at 1:00 P.M. at the McCauley Funeral Home Chapel in Franklin. Jack Wren will officiate. A visitation with the family will be held on Friday evening from 6-8P.M. at McCauley Funeral Home.
Anthony Lee Hampton
(Posted 1/11/2012 10:58 am)
Anthony Lee Hampton, 46 of Bremond, passed away Thursday, December 27, 2011 at St. Joseph's Regional Health Center in Bryan.
Mr. Anthony Lee Hampton was born to the late Mr. Robert Fuller and Ms. Frances Hampton on March 17, 1965 in Hammond, Texas.
He attended Bremond ISD, where he received his formal education.
He professed his faith in Christ at an early age at Shiloh Primitive Baptist Church in Hammond, Texas. He was a self-employed mechanic and everyone who knew him loved him. People called him the "handy Man Mechanic" because he was a "Jack of all Trades". He found helping others was what he enjoyed doing the most until his health began to fail him. To Ramp, no job was too big or too small for him to take on.
His father, Mr. Robert Fuller, three aunts and five uncles preceded Anthony "Ramp" Hampton in death. After all was said and done, he leaves to cherish his memory his loving mother, Frances Hampton, two brothers, Vertis and Doris Hampton of Bremond, Texas, and LC and Trina Fulton of Marlin, Texas. He had two very special aunts, Mae Emma Crouch and Bertha (Momma Dolly) Massingill of Hammond, Texas. Also, he had four nieces, Shantel, Micque, JaKayla and Jelan and three nephews, DeAndre, Trenton and Jordan, all of whom he loved and cherished. He also had a host of cousins and friends.
Graveside services were set at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at Bethlehem Cemetery in Hammond, Texas.
Rev. Garald McDaniel officiated. Eulogy by Rev. Willie Gray.
Arrangement and care entrusted to Glenn Mack Funeral Home.
(Posted 1/11/2012 10:58 am)
Anthony Lee Hampton, 46 of Bremond, passed away Thursday, December 27, 2011 at St. Joseph's Regional Health Center in Bryan.
Mr. Anthony Lee Hampton was born to the late Mr. Robert Fuller and Ms. Frances Hampton on March 17, 1965 in Hammond, Texas.
He attended Bremond ISD, where he received his formal education.
He professed his faith in Christ at an early age at Shiloh Primitive Baptist Church in Hammond, Texas. He was a self-employed mechanic and everyone who knew him loved him. People called him the "handy Man Mechanic" because he was a "Jack of all Trades". He found helping others was what he enjoyed doing the most until his health began to fail him. To Ramp, no job was too big or too small for him to take on.
His father, Mr. Robert Fuller, three aunts and five uncles preceded Anthony "Ramp" Hampton in death. After all was said and done, he leaves to cherish his memory his loving mother, Frances Hampton, two brothers, Vertis and Doris Hampton of Bremond, Texas, and LC and Trina Fulton of Marlin, Texas. He had two very special aunts, Mae Emma Crouch and Bertha (Momma Dolly) Massingill of Hammond, Texas. Also, he had four nieces, Shantel, Micque, JaKayla and Jelan and three nephews, DeAndre, Trenton and Jordan, all of whom he loved and cherished. He also had a host of cousins and friends.
Graveside services were set at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at Bethlehem Cemetery in Hammond, Texas.
Rev. Garald McDaniel officiated. Eulogy by Rev. Willie Gray.
Arrangement and care entrusted to Glenn Mack Funeral Home.
Sports
Lady Mustangs breeze past Barton; Eagles take on Bruceville-Eddy
by Zeke Bermudez
(Posted 1/11/2012 11:18 am)
Mumford lady mustangs hosted Burton panthers in the district opener. Mumford jumped to a quick start and did not let up. Burton trailed behind the entire game.
Mumford leading scorer was Lakortney Hyson who scored an amazing 31-points and 12-rebounds. Lady mustangs fallow up scorer was Dominique Booker with 12-points and three rebounds, Victoria Schoeneman with six points and three rebounds Abbie Eckenrode with five points and six rebounds, Taylor Edwards with four points and two rebounds and Alex stoker with two points and three rebounds. Lady mustangs walked away with a solid victory of 60-37.
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by Zeke Bermudez
(Posted 1/11/2012 11:18 am)
Mumford lady mustangs hosted Burton panthers in the district opener. Mumford jumped to a quick start and did not let up. Burton trailed behind the entire game.Mumford leading scorer was Lakortney Hyson who scored an amazing 31-points and 12-rebounds. Lady mustangs fallow up scorer was Dominique Booker with 12-points and three rebounds, Victoria Schoeneman with six points and three rebounds Abbie Eckenrode with five points and six rebounds, Taylor Edwards with four points and two rebounds and Alex stoker with two points and three rebounds. Lady mustangs walked away with a solid victory of 60-37.
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Hearne, Mumford, Bremond basketball see wins, losses
by Zeke Bermudez
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:27 pm)
Robert Wilson wins the jumpball against a Thrall Tiger. This week in sports for Robertson county saw several wins and some losses.The Hearne Eagles placed third in Rockdale tournament held last week in Rockdale. Mumford placed first in Riesel Tournament and Bremond fell to Iola.
In Thursday's non-league outing, the Hearne Eagles basketball team overwhelmed the host team the Caldwell Hornets by a count of 76-45 as well as against the Crocket Cougars by a 63-50 victory. In their final match against the Thrall Tigers, the Eagles won by 70 to 64.
The Hearne Eagles faired a third place title in the basketball tournament held in Rockdale last More
by Zeke Bermudez
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:27 pm)
Robert Wilson wins the jumpball against a Thrall Tiger. This week in sports for Robertson county saw several wins and some losses.The Hearne Eagles placed third in Rockdale tournament held last week in Rockdale. Mumford placed first in Riesel Tournament and Bremond fell to Iola.
In Thursday's non-league outing, the Hearne Eagles basketball team overwhelmed the host team the Caldwell Hornets by a count of 76-45 as well as against the Crocket Cougars by a 63-50 victory. In their final match against the Thrall Tigers, the Eagles won by 70 to 64.
The Hearne Eagles faired a third place title in the basketball tournament held in Rockdale last More
Tough loss for Lions, Trojans; Mustangs pull out another victory
by Zeke Bermudez
(Posted 12/2/2011 10:18 am)
Mumford Lady Mustang LaKortney Hyson focuses on her shot during the game against Dime Box. Hyson had 36 points against the Longhorns. With Friday night lights at their finest, round two began for the Franklin Lions and Lexington Eagles at Tigerland Stadium last week in College Station
In the regular season the Eagles beat the lions 28-19 back in Oct. In the first half, Franklin struggled to move the ball gave the Eagle’s momentum 14-0 in the first quarter. It took Franklin 11 plays to move from its 30-yard line to the Lexington eight, but a chop block penalty pushed the Lions back.
The first pass attempt by Lions quarterback Mitch Williams was intercepted and returned the ball to his own More
by Zeke Bermudez
(Posted 12/2/2011 10:18 am)
Mumford Lady Mustang LaKortney Hyson focuses on her shot during the game against Dime Box. Hyson had 36 points against the Longhorns. With Friday night lights at their finest, round two began for the Franklin Lions and Lexington Eagles at Tigerland Stadium last week in College Station
In the regular season the Eagles beat the lions 28-19 back in Oct. In the first half, Franklin struggled to move the ball gave the Eagle’s momentum 14-0 in the first quarter. It took Franklin 11 plays to move from its 30-yard line to the Lexington eight, but a chop block penalty pushed the Lions back.
The first pass attempt by Lions quarterback Mitch Williams was intercepted and returned the ball to his own More
Calvert makes easy work of Oglesby in 54-6 victory
by Zeke Bermudez
(Posted 11/2/2011 03:11 pm)
Make way for Calvin Corona as he breezes past an Oglesby player during the game Friday night. Well that was short. Calvert made easy work of Oglesby, the game ended at half time 54-6. Kind of like of those boxing matches where the fights start, you walk away to grab a drink and you come back, the fight is over. And you have no DVR to watch the short match. Zeke, this Friday were playing Buckholts for the district championship. We’re hoping to make it 12 district titles in a row. Tough game but we should do fine. Leading Passer : Tyrone Huffman : two completions on two attempts for 61 yards and 2 touchdowns. Leading Rusher More
by Zeke Bermudez
(Posted 11/2/2011 03:11 pm)
Make way for Calvin Corona as he breezes past an Oglesby player during the game Friday night. Well that was short. Calvert made easy work of Oglesby, the game ended at half time 54-6. Kind of like of those boxing matches where the fights start, you walk away to grab a drink and you come back, the fight is over. And you have no DVR to watch the short match. Zeke, this Friday were playing Buckholts for the district championship. We’re hoping to make it 12 district titles in a row. Tough game but we should do fine. Leading Passer : Tyrone Huffman : two completions on two attempts for 61 yards and 2 touchdowns. Leading Rusher More
Franklin seventh grade volleyball victorious over Troy
by By Kendra Maness
(Posted 10/27/2011 11:14 am)
The seventh grade A and B volleyball teams faced off against Troy on Monday, Oct. 24.
by By Kendra Maness
(Posted 10/27/2011 11:14 am)
The seventh grade A and B volleyball teams faced off against Troy on Monday, Oct. 24.
The Franklin girls seventh grade B team won their two game match with a score of 25-14 in the first game and 25-17 in the second game.
The B team has a season record of 6-0.
The seventh grade girls A team also won their games with a score of 25-6 in the first game and 25-4 in the second game.
Their record is 18-2 for this season.
B team members: Hailee Haring, Alyssa Ortner,
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Opinions
Shannon Says: Letter to my oldest
by Shannon Scasta
(Posted 1/11/2012 11:18 am)
This is going to sound like a corny cliche, but it's the truth. It seems like just yesterday that your mom went in to labor with you. I remember everything about that day. It was a Sunday. Your mom and I had lunch at your aunt's house earlier, like we always did on Sundays. Now we were home, watching The Sopranos on t.v., like we always did on Sundays. And we were both inhaling Mint Girl Scout cookies, like we always did on Sundays during The Sopranos. Other than it being your mom's More
by Shannon Scasta
(Posted 1/11/2012 11:18 am)
This is going to sound like a corny cliche, but it's the truth. It seems like just yesterday that your mom went in to labor with you. I remember everything about that day. It was a Sunday. Your mom and I had lunch at your aunt's house earlier, like we always did on Sundays. Now we were home, watching The Sopranos on t.v., like we always did on Sundays. And we were both inhaling Mint Girl Scout cookies, like we always did on Sundays during The Sopranos. Other than it being your mom's More
Crossroads Report for January 11, 2012
by Kent Brunette
(Posted 1/11/2012 11:17 am)
With extended and weekend hours, Hearne’s new St. Joseph Express will serve the walk-in urgent care needs of lots of Robertson and Milam County residents, workers, and folks just traveling through. It will open to patients on Monday, Jan. 23. The official ribbon-cutting will be on Thursday, Feb. 9 at 4:30 p.m. with a come and go open house lasting until 6 p.m.
While two of Hearne’s black metal people’s park benches and a “Keep Hearne Clean” trash can are already in place on the St. Joseph grounds, expect to see two of Hearne’s signature aggregate concrete street lights installed More
by Kent Brunette
(Posted 1/11/2012 11:17 am)
With extended and weekend hours, Hearne’s new St. Joseph Express will serve the walk-in urgent care needs of lots of Robertson and Milam County residents, workers, and folks just traveling through. It will open to patients on Monday, Jan. 23. The official ribbon-cutting will be on Thursday, Feb. 9 at 4:30 p.m. with a come and go open house lasting until 6 p.m.
While two of Hearne’s black metal people’s park benches and a “Keep Hearne Clean” trash can are already in place on the St. Joseph grounds, expect to see two of Hearne’s signature aggregate concrete street lights installed More
Shannon Says: Welcome back kids
by Shannon Scasta
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:31 pm)
My two youngest children were gone this past week, visiting relatives in Killeen. The house felt way too quiet. It’s funny, I fuss about how much noise they make when they are here (especially when I’m working nights and trying to sleep during the day), but the truth is I slept better once they got back home.
Now, I missed both of them the same, and neither one more than the other. However, it never occurred to me how much my son helped out around the house until he was on “relative leave”.
He usually takes out the trash in More
by Shannon Scasta
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:31 pm)
My two youngest children were gone this past week, visiting relatives in Killeen. The house felt way too quiet. It’s funny, I fuss about how much noise they make when they are here (especially when I’m working nights and trying to sleep during the day), but the truth is I slept better once they got back home.
Now, I missed both of them the same, and neither one more than the other. However, it never occurred to me how much my son helped out around the house until he was on “relative leave”.
He usually takes out the trash in More
Crossroads Report
by Kent Brunette
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:31 pm)
Union Pacific is the proud sponsor of this year’s “Choo-Choo Crossroads Christmas” parade and depot Christmas party which will start at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 17. Union Pacific’s sponsorship was spearheaded by Hearne Chamber of Commerce board member Bo Mushinski. Parade entry forms are at AMA’s, in the take-one box outside of the Hearne Chamber, and at Hearne City Hall.
Hearne Chamber board chair and parade chair Sylvia Montelongo urges everyone to come out and participate in or enjoy this year’s parade. Another chamber board member, Judy Werlinger, has been busy outfitting the interior of the depot so it More
by Kent Brunette
(Posted 12/7/2011 01:31 pm)
Union Pacific is the proud sponsor of this year’s “Choo-Choo Crossroads Christmas” parade and depot Christmas party which will start at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 17. Union Pacific’s sponsorship was spearheaded by Hearne Chamber of Commerce board member Bo Mushinski. Parade entry forms are at AMA’s, in the take-one box outside of the Hearne Chamber, and at Hearne City Hall.
Hearne Chamber board chair and parade chair Sylvia Montelongo urges everyone to come out and participate in or enjoy this year’s parade. Another chamber board member, Judy Werlinger, has been busy outfitting the interior of the depot so it More