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Chris Martinez (13) runs past the Hawks sideline on his way to a 22-yard touchdown run.

Chris Martinez (13) runs past the Hawks sideline on his way to a 22-yard touchdown run.

Red Oak out-duels Killeen Shoemaker, 38-35

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Wed, 10/05/2022 - 13:10
The Red Oak Hawks came out of their bye week healthier than when they went in, and they needed all their key players to get a 38-35 win over the Killeen Shoemaker Gray Wolves.The difference came early in the game when Jr.
Sr. Chloe Munoz shows why she is one of DFW’s leaders in Digs. She had several point saving digs against Ennis.

Sr. Chloe Munoz shows why she is one of DFW’s leaders in Digs. She had several point saving digs against Ennis.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: Lady Hawks sweep Ennis

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Wed, 10/05/2022 - 13:08
The Lady Hawks varsity volleyball team hosted the Ennis Lady Lions on Tuesday, Sept. 27 in a big district matchup, with the winner taking possession of 2nd place in the district behind Forney.Although the Lady Hawks did sweep Ennis in three sets, it was a tough 3 sets for both teams.

OPINION: Joe Biden’s aversion to telling the truth

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Wed, 10/05/2022 - 12:47
President Biden is making things up.In a campaign speech last week, the absent-minded president declared, “Gas prices – I know I got criticized for going into the stockpile. But guess what? Gas prices are down $1.30 a gallon.

OPINION: Despite Beto’s claims, Texas has not defunded public schools

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Wed, 10/05/2022 - 12:42
School choice is becoming a bigger issue in Texas’s gubernatorial race.After Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced he intends to support educational freedom during the state’s 2023 legislative session, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Beto O’Rourke claimed, “Abbott is for defunding our public schools.

NOTABLE QUOTABLES: October 6, 2022

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Wed, 10/05/2022 - 12:40
UPRIGHT“Don’t even think about looting. Don’t even think about taking advantage of people in this vulnerable situation.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: Breaking camp

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Wed, 10/05/2022 - 12:32
Welcome all, to the “front-porch.” A Chronicle of Day 5 of our 2022 Yellowstone excursion: Thursday, July 13 There’s nothing like pulling up the tent pegs, loosening the ropes, and preparing to set off home.

OUT TO PASTOR: Why God gave me a tongue

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Wed, 10/05/2022 - 12:30
One thing about getting older is that you begin to understand the old saying that you don’t know what you don’t know. It has been so true for me. When I think I know everything, something comes up that I never even thought about.
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The Good, The Bad and The Ugly ways people are banishing bugs at home

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Wed, 10/05/2022 - 12:18
STATEPOINT – If you hate the idea of bugs in your home, you’re in fine company. 1 in 3 Americans have seriously considered burning down their own home after experiencing a bug infestation, according to a new survey.