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April 23, 2026
Education
Press Release found on ETBU Website WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled that the government cannot fine East Texas Baptist (ETBU) and Houston Baptist (HBU) Universities for carrying out their religious beliefs in their health plans. It also threw out the lower court decision against the universities. In its decision, the…
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My grandmother, Lois Holland, was known for her special cookies, called “Grandma’s Praline Cookies.” (Lois Holland died in September of 2008) Here is her recipe. 3/4 cup shortening (Crisco or Margarine) 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses 1 egg 2 1/4 cups all purpose flour 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 1/2 tsp. soda 1/2 tsp. salt…
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She is short. She is spry. She is a young pup! All black in color except for grey/black/white ‘boots’ paws, this sweet female Heeler/Lab mix, Bailey, is a temporary resident of the Marshall Animal Shelter. Fostered out for the evening, Bailey was discovered to have a very mischievous playful side. She loves to be close…
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Brenson Cherry, age 87, a longtime resident of Marshall, Texas went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 14, 2016 in Shreveport, LA. He was born on January 25, 1929 in Beckville, TX to Eldrege and Velma (Hightower) Cherry. Brenson married Ozell McWilliams Cherry on January 5, 1947 and they were married 64 years…
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Top seniors presented at MISD
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From David Weaver, MISD Public Relations/Communications Officer Marshall High School’s Top 10 Seniors of the Class of 2016 were presented during Monday’s regular May meeting of the MISD Board of Trustees. Pictured front row left to right: Sarah Bates, Ashton Holliday, Morgan Arst, Brooke Paul, Jasmine Acuna. Back row, left to right: Kyle Garbs, Molly…
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From David Weaver, MISD Public Relations/Communications Office MARSHALL – Marshall ISD’s Board of Trustees unanimously approved the hiring of three new principals to serve at Marshall Junior High School, South Marshall STEM Academy and William B. Travis Elementary for the 2016-2017 school year during Monday’s regular May school board meeting. Mr. Jason Black was announced…
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From Marshall ISD, David Weaver, Public Information/Communications Officer MARSHALL – Marshall High School seniors were awarded over $1.7 million in scholarships during the annual Senior Awards ceremony held in the MHS Auditorium on May 12. Listed below are the awards and recipients for the Class of 2016 as announced on Thursday: BROTZE/COKER/KEY/LEDBETTER/ROARK/MORRISON-SCHOOL BOARD SCHOLARSHIPS: Kyle…
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From East Texas Baptist University, Mike Midkiff, Director of Public Relations MARSHALL– According to ETBU President Dr. J. Blair Blackburn, East Texas Baptist University has adopted its Campus Carry Policy in response to Senate Bill 11. ETBU has adopted a unique position among Texas private colleges on Campus Carry in response to the potential threat…
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Joe McCoy's ashes will be driven across country on this motorcycle.
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Sister sees brother’s memory lives on By Becky Holland, [email protected] MARSHALL – Joe McCoy, 64, was the quintessential brother. According to his sister, Melinda Gaulden of Marshall, he was the best brother. Which is a big part of the reason that Melinda has gone to great lengths to make sure her brother’s memory lives…
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