February 2019 – The Waskom Post

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[ September 11, 2020 ] Faith Baptist Church Night of Prayer Waskom News
[ January 11, 2020 ] United Help of Waskom January Distribution Waskom News
[ January 3, 2020 ] Waskom Gospel Concert Series Continues in January Waskom News
[ January 1, 2020 ] FUMC celebrates Pastor Sherry Crenshaw and her faithful service to the community Waskom News
[ December 4, 2019 ] Waskom Christmas Parade set for December 7 Waskom News

Waskom Gospel Concert Series 2019 Schedule

February 23, 2019 admin 0

Waskom’s beloved gospel group, “The Hootens,” will continue their popular monthly concerts throughout 2019, along with many exciting guest performers. The Gospel Concert Series is taking place on the first Saturday of every month. Come enjoy a […]

Grand Opening of the Waskom Community Center

February 6, 2019 admin 1

The City of Waskom cordially invites everyone to the Grand opening of the Waskom Community Center. The opening is set to take place on Friday, February 22, 2019 between the hours of 2 PM and 4 PM. […]

Texas Flood Warning

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A River Flood Warning Remains In Effect For The Trinity River. The Flood Warning Continues For The Trinity River Near Moss Bluff * Until Friday Morning Or Until The Warning Is Canceled. * At 0830 Pm Monday The Stage Was 12.8 Feet. * Minor Flooding Is Occurring And Minor Flooding Is Forecast. ...Read More.
Effective: July 8, 2019 at 8:53pmExpires: July 12, 2019 at 7:00amTarget Area: Chambers; Liberty

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...the Flood Warning Continues For The Following Areas In Texas... Elm Fork Trinity River Near Carrollton Affecting Dallas County The Flood Warning Continues For The Elm Fork Trinity River Near Carrollton. * At 815 Pm Monday The Stage Was 8.18 Feet. * Flood Stage Is 8 Feet. ...Read More.
Effective: July 8, 2019 at 8:29pmExpires: July 9, 2019 at 8:28amTarget Area: Dallas

Flood Warning
The National Weather Service In Fort Worth Has Issued A * Flood Warning For Small Streams In... Southwestern Jack County In North Central Texas... Northeastern Palo Pinto County In North Central Texas... * Until 945 Pm Cdt. * At 349 Pm Cdt, Local Law Enforcement Reported Flooding Of Several ...Read More.
Effective: July 8, 2019 at 9:50amExpires: July 9, 2019 at 7:00amTarget Area: Jack

Flood Warning
The National Weather Service In Fort Worth Has Issued A * Flood Warning For Small Streams In... Southwestern Jack County In North Central Texas... Northeastern Palo Pinto County In North Central Texas... * Until 945 Pm Cdt. * At 349 Pm Cdt, Local Law Enforcement Reported Flooding Of Several ...Read More.
Effective: July 8, 2019 at 8:53pmExpires: July 12, 2019 at 7:00amTarget Area: Palo Pinto

Flood Warning
The Flood Warning Continues For The Sabine River At Longview. * Until Tuesday Morning...or Until The Warning Is Cancelled. * At 9:00 Am Monday The Stage Was 25.2 Feet. * Minor Flooding Is Occurring And Minor Flooding Is Forecast. * Flood Stage Is 25 Feet. ...Read More.
Effective: July 8, 2019 at 9:50amExpires: July 9, 2019 at 7:00amTarget Area: Gregg; Rusk

Flood Warning
The Flood Warning Continues For The Sabine River Near Mineola, Texas. * Until Late Tuesday Night...or Until The Warning Is Cancelled. * At 9:15 Am Monday The Stage Was 14.5 Feet. * Minor Flooding Is Occurring And Minor Flooding Is Forecast. * Flood Stage Is 14 Feet. ...Read More.
Effective: July 8, 2019 at 9:50amExpires: July 10, 2019 at 1:00amTarget Area: Smith; Wood

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