Eastland Telegram

On Sunday, July 16th, at approximately 3:40 PM, Deputies with Eastland County Sheriff’s Office responded to a distressing incident involving an ATV accident on a private property, located north of Cisco off Hwy 183. Initial investigations reveal that a 14 year old juvenile male was operating a Ranger ATV when he unfortunately lost control of the vehicle. As a result, the ATV overturned, tragically pinning the young individual underneath it, resulting in a fatal outcome.

The movie “Sound of Freedom” is a powerful and thought-provoking film that explores the harrowing world of human trafficking and the efforts of one man to bring justice to its victims. Directed by Alejandro Monteverde, the film takes its audience on a gripping journey that delves into the depths of darkness, yet ultimately shines a light of hope and resilience.

The Bankhead Community Theatre has several upcoming projects including Shakespeare in the Park and a Young Park will be on July 21 and 22 at 7 p.m. at the Conrad Hilton Center Memorial Park in Cisco.

Submitted by Dr. Duane Hale

On Thursday, July 13, Tea Party Patriots of Eastland County will screen a video of Aaron Siri, Managing Partner of Siri & Glimstad LLP, asking--and answeringthe question, 'How can the system be so broken?' The video will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Big Dam Room of the Myrtle Wilks Community Center, 1498 West I 20, Cisco. Siri, as lead counsel for Informed Consent Action Network (ICAN), delivered compelling testimony in May at the Arizona Novel COVID South Western Intergovernmental Committee (NCSWIC), an important platform dedicated to addressing the challenges and lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, and charting a path forward.

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Congratulations to these hardworking 4-H members. Great job!

Last Sunday morning while sitting on the porch enjoying the last cup of coffee for the morning, I witnessed a scene right out of today’s news.

Olden monthly musical will be held Saturday, July 15th at Olden Community Center. Dinner is at 5 pm. Chicken strips w/gravy, salad, mashed potatoes, roll, dessert and drink all for $7.00.

AUSTIN - Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and Speaker Dade Phelan today issued a joint statement to announce an agreement on proposed legislation that will deliver the biggest property tax cut in Texas history. Both leaders met last week in Austin and, along with members of the House and Senate, have continued working day and night to reach a consensus. The deal represents a significant win for providing relief to Texas property owners and reflects the commitment of Texas leaders to address the concerns of taxpayers and provide significant relief from the burden of escalating property taxes.

After being lifted for a few days, a new county wide outdoor Burn Ban was adopted by the County Commissioners Court - vote of 5 ayes and 0 nays at their regular meeting on Monday, June 10.

The Defense POW/MIA accounting Agency (DPAA) has announced that five soldier’s remains of the Korean War have been accounted for so far this year.

(formerly Old Rip 5K) benefiting the Eastland Meals on Wheels at the Siebert Elementary School

First Baptist Church in Gorman has a new preacher, Toy Holt! Toy and his family have settled into the parsonage. He and his wife Beth have two children Nolan and Isabella. Pastor Holt is bi-vocational. He has a fulltime job at Gorman Milling.

Governor Greg Abbott announced over $6.5 million in Texas Talent Connection grants awarded to 21 workforce skills training and job placement programs in communities across the state.

We had our last major summer program at the library on Thursday, June 29th. Elizabeth Kahura, a storyteller from East Africa, presented the program. She is from a small village in the country of Kenya. Ms. Kahura is a performer, singer, storyteller and educator.

Larry Vernon, Chairman (Mayor) Richard Rossander Cecil Funderburgh Shirley Stuart James Doyle

Michelle Ceniceros, Eastland Dialysis Center’s Biomed Technician, presented Eastland Memorial Hospital’s July Lunch & Learn program - Kidney Disease and Early Detection, focusing on the symptoms for early detection of kidney disease.

The Eastland Youth Cheerleading Association is about to bring spirit to the forefront in Eastland County.

Two injured in 4th of July Crash

4TH OF JULY

Morton Valley EE Club and the Eastland Extension Office wish to thank Brian Schaefer for his wonderful program on Bee Keeping.

Independence Day events in Eastland County concluded Saturday with a 4th of July Patriotic Concert held by Eastland County Community Band & Choir at the modern Ranger College auditorium.