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Wed
07
Jan

She rescues cats

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By Jessica Coleman
Staff Writer
Amanda Wenske is passionate about something that many consider a nuisance. While many think of the stray cats that hang around as next to vermin, Amanda sees them as animals who need her, and she is happy to help.
Wenske heads up the budding Jackson County Trap, Neuter, Return program, something she says is easy for her.
“It’s something I’m good at. I’ve been around cats all my life,” she says.
 
Wed
07
Jan

Karl takes oath of office

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Wed
07
Jan

Local boat ramp burglar arrested

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By Lisa Shapiro
Staff Writer
Victoria’s Brandon De La Garza, 18, was arrested on Dec. 17 for a series of vehicle burglaries at Garcitas Creek boat ramp and Lavaca River boat ramp that stemmed from Dec. 3 to Dec.16.  
Jackson County Sheriff’s Deputy Jason McCarrell said an officer identified and arrested De La Garza during a stake out at Garcitas Creek boat ramp. The suspect was arrested for 10 vehicle alleged burglaries. McCarrell said all of the burglaries took place sometime during the morning or afternoon while fishermen were out on their boats. 
Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 Darren Stancik had issued two felony warrants for theft and eight misdemeanor warrants, seven of those for vehicle burglaries, McCarrell said. 
 
Wed
07
Jan

Blood drive held for cancer victim

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By Lisa Shapiro
Staff Writer
Ganado’s Sydney Kallus was in the hearts and minds of blood donors on Jan. 5 during a blood drive at St. Agnes Catholic Church. Kallus who is just 11 years old was diagnosed with Burkitt’s Lymphoma a few months ago. 
Burkitt’s Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system, particularly B lymphocytes found in the germinal center.
Her godmother, Heather Kallus, said Michelle Darilek came up with the idea to call MD Anderson Cancer Center and have a blood drive to benefit Sydney Kallus. 
“So what happens with this blood drive, if the blood type is a match,  Sydney can get the blood or the platelets and if the blood type does not a match then Sydney will get monetary credit,” Heather Kallus said. “So when she has to get blood products it will be at a discounted price for her.”
 
Wed
07
Jan

Zen students place in world competition

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By Jessica Coleman
Staff Writer
Hard work pays off. Most of us hear it throughout our lives, and every now and then, we get to see in real time a moment when all of our focus and effort makes a goal come to fruition. For several of the students at Zen Martial Arts in Edna, that time is now.
Sensei Luis Jimenez took some of his students to the National Blackbelt League World Championships in New York last month.  The school brought back a number of awards, and parents and Sensei Luis are very proud of the work the students put into this event.
“We took seven students and me, and two of our students from Mexico came to the world championships.” said Jimenez.
 
Tue
06
Jan

Edna Lions Club selling chili supper tickets

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By Lisa Shapiro
Edna Lions Club Tail Wagger
The Edna Lions Club will be having its annual Chili Supper on Thursday, Feb. 5 at Sam Houston Cafeteria on the corner of Gayle Street and Gilbert Street in Edna. 
Serving time will be from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Participants may dine in or take out. Each ticket is $6 and can be bought from any Edna Lions Club member. Individuals may also call Dennis Ray’s Repair Shop at 782-2338 for tickets. Edna Lions Club President Lynette Novak said the chili is homemade and will be served with rice and all the fixings. Lions Dennis Ray and Fred Westhoff are the head chefs.
Novak said the event is a regular fundraiser and all proceeds will be given to Edna Lions Club’s normal charitable operations. Individuals with a sweet tooth will be happy to find out there will be a bake sale at the chili supper. They will find a variety of cakes, cookies and other baked goods. 
Tue
06
Jan

Edna house on fire

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Tue
06
Jan

Pets of the Week

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Tue
06
Jan

Teen struck by vehicle at intersection

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Fri
02
Jan

Standard procedures in place for bullying

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