September 2019 – The Waskom Post

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[ 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
[ December 4, 2019 ] Christmas Open House Scheduled in Jonesville Waskom News

Waskom’s National Night Out Scheduled for October 1

September 27, 2019 admin 0

Waskom’s fifteenth National Night Out will be held on Tuesday, October 1 from 5:30 – 7:00 at Waskom’s Central Fire Station on Highway 80. This is the 35th year that National Night Out has been […]

Texas Flood Warning

Flood Warning
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

Flood Warning
...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

The only Texas prison reporting zero coronavirus cases is where inmates make soap. But that’s not what’s credited with protecting it. 07 Aug 2020 13:52 Raw Story Of more than 100 Texas prison units, the Roach Unit’s apparent ability to avoid the virus has been attributed to a remote location and a warden who strictly enforces precautionary measures. The only Texas prison that hasn’t had any staff or inmates test …
These Are the 10 Tallest Buildings in Louisiana 07 Aug 2020 13:45 KPEL - Louisiana Louisiana is not exactly known for its tall buildings. I mean, we don't have huge skyscrapers as you'll find in cities such as New York City and the like. We're known for the swamps and more of a rural way of life. But of course, we've got …
Louisiana Now Working to Help Bars Operate as Restaurants 07 Aug 2020 13:45 KPEL - Louisiana Yesterday 19th Judicial District Judge Janice Clark ruled in support of Governor John Bel Edwards COVID-19 mandates and restrictions. This ruling means that the statewide mask mandate will stay in effect and that bars will remain closed. Which, as you …
Marlene Stollings, former Gophers women's basketball coach, fired at Texas Tech following reports of abuse - Minneapolis Star Tribune 07 Aug 2020 13:37 Google News LUBBOCK, Texas — Texas Tech fired women's basketball coach Marlene Stollings on Thursday, a day after a scathing newspaper report alleging a culture of abuse in her program. Athletic director Kirby Hocutt announced the firing in a one-sentence …
Texas Tech fires Marlene Stollings after report lays out claims of abuse 07 Aug 2020 13:29 Sporting News Texas Tech on Thursday fired women's basketball coach Marlene Stollings, one day after a published report claimed Stollings and her staff regularly abused players. Athletic director Kirby Hocutt announced Stollings' dismissal in a press release. He …
Future of Fall Sports: Louisiana College and LSUA 07 Aug 2020 13:11 KLAX Due to COVID-19, our local athletic programs such as Louisiana College and LSUA will experience minimal fall competition. LC Athletic Director announces that fall sports have been moved to the spring after a decision was made from the American Southwest …
Louisiana district delays school start after virus cases 07 Aug 2020 12:33 The Washington Times ZACHARY, La. (AP) - A Louisiana school district will delay the reopening of its schools by one week after nearly 20 teachers were infected with or exposed to the coronavirus and other staff members quit ahead of the year’s start, officials said. The …
Texas Tech fires women's basketball coach amid abuse allegations 07 Aug 2020 12:24 The Hill - Washington DC Texas Tech has dismissed women’s basketball coach Marlene Stollings, citing reports of abuse within the program, the university confirmed Thursday night. “Texas Tech athletic director Kirby Hocutt has announced the termination of Lady Raider basketball …
Two cats test positive for coronavirus in Texas 07 Aug 2020 12:24 The Hill - Washington DC Two cats in Brazos County, Texas, have tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Texas A&M University researchers said both cats were asymptomatic and lived with people who have also tested positive, according to a statement from the university. The …
Louisiana teenager wins national spelling bee, takes home $10K 07 Aug 2020 12:05 WHNT 19 CBS - Alabama HARVEY, LA – Thirteen-year-old Zaila Avant-Garde beat out 88 other kids from around the country in Kaplan’s first virtual spelling bee. Zaila won with the correct spelling of the word “qashqai.” She went through 31 rounds of spelling before taking the win, …
Louisiana mask mandate, bar restrictions upheld 07 Aug 2020 11:21 Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette BATON ROUGE -- A Louisiana judge Thursday upheld Gov. John Bel Edwards' statewide mask mandate and bar restrictions as legal and enforceable, rejecting claims from Jefferson Parish business owners that the Democratic governor overstepped his legal …
Texas State begins training camp, faces challenges ahead 07 Aug 2020 11:15 San Marcos Daily Record - Texas Texas State has over 50 new players who still haven’t introduced themselves to the team. The school phased in roughly 60 Bobcats in early June to begin voluntary workouts. They phased in another 30 at the beginning of July to start organized team …
Foodie Friday: Texas Bean & Brew House 07 Aug 2020 11:15 San Marcos Daily Record - Texas On Texas Bean & Brew House's social media platform, it refers to itself as, “a casual place to eat, drink and hangout.” But that doesn’t come close to describing what a gem this eatery has become to its culinary fan base in San Marcos. On the day …
President Trump Encourages NRA To Move To Texas 07 Aug 2020 09:58 WBAP Posted on August 7, 2020 Washington (WBAP/KLIF/AP) – President Trump is urging the National Rifle Association to move to Texas. The suggestion came after New York’s attorney general filed a lawsuit calling for the dissolution of the NRA. …
'He could have died': The horror injury that left Marshall fearing for Lawrence 07 Aug 2020 08:22 Age Lawrence and Marshall, two Tigers favourites, will celebrate milestones on Saturday evening in Newcastle with the former bringing up 250 games in the NRL and the latter his 250th in Tigers colours. Marshall maintains Lawrence is the ''heart and …
'He could have died': The horror injury that left Marshall fearing for Lawrence 07 Aug 2020 08:22 WA Today Lawrence and Marshall, two Tigers favourites, will celebrate milestones on Saturday evening in Newcastle with the former bringing up 250 games in the NRL and the latter his 250th in Tigers colours. Marshall maintains Lawrence is the ''heart and …
Are Library Books Safe? Dr. Mallika Marshall Answers Your Coronavirus Questions 07 Aug 2020 08:03 WBZ BOSTON (CBS) – Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your coronavirus-related medical questions. If you have a question for Dr. Mallika, email her or message her on Facebook or Twitter. Dr. Mallika is offering her best advice, but as always, consult your …
Baton Rouge couple opening first Louisiana Cheba Hut restaurant 07 Aug 2020 08:03 Greater Baton Rouge Business Report A Baton Rouge couple with more than 20 years of experience in the local food industry will open the state’s first Cheba Hut restaurant in Baton Rouge next year. Meredith Beck-Wiggins and Tommy Wiggins were first introduced to the cannabis-themed toasted …
Economist to Louisiana task force: Downturn to last longer than thought 07 Aug 2020 08:03 Greater Baton Rouge Business Report Though many business leaders and economists were hoping back in the spring that the economic damage caused by the coronavirus pandemic would be short lived and give rise to a robust, “V-shaped” recovery this fall, it’s increasingly clear that will no …
How far does $100 go in Louisiana compared to other states? 07 Aug 2020 08:02 Greater Baton Rouge Business Report In Louisiana, $100 will buy goods and services that would cost $112.23 in a state at the national average price level, according to the Tax Foundation, which today released a map showing how far $100 goes in every state. The map shows the “relative value” …
Texas Fire: Forward progress stopped on 150-acre blaze that threatened structures in Saugus area, prompted evacuations 07 Aug 2020 07:44 KTLA - California Firefighters stopped the forward progress of a brush fire that threatened structures and prompted evacuations in the Saugus area on Thursday afternoon. The blaze, dubbed the Texas Fire, broke out in the 30500 block of Bouquet Canyon Road around 1:50 p.m. …
Target, many others gear up for Texas sales tax holiday 07 Aug 2020 07:07 Port Arthur News Online Texas shoppers can save money on clothes and school supplies during the state’s sales tax holiday, which runs today through Sunday. Comptroller Glenn Hegar said the law exempts sales tax on qualified items — such as clothing, footwear, school supplies and …