County proposing to expand Veterans Service Office

Veterans around Coryell County struggling with filing with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) may not know that assistance with the department is close to home.

City council hears proposed updates to animal ordinance

The Gatesville City Council discussed revisions to the chapter in the City’s Code of Ordinances dealing with animal control during their regular meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 8.

Two trips to Texas…

In the upstairs area of the Coryell Museum and Historical Center, visitors will notice a small wooden chair with a braided rope seat. What is unique about this chair is that it made two trips to Texas.

August marriage licenses

Marriage licenses applied for in August at the Coryell County Clerk’s office include: Joseph Edgar Argabright and Lescel Marie Davis Michael Taylor Armstrong and Keiley Lynn Peterson Alan Perry Aycock and Tammy Jeanenne Burgess John William Brooks and Channelly Cynthia Henriquez Eladio...

Whatever happened to

1996 (Thirty years ago) Riley Simpson, Republican candidate for Coryell County District Attorney, opened a campaign office in Gatesville. He was challenging Democratic incumbent Sandy Gately. Chaplain Timothy Hunter was named “Employee of the Month” at the Gatesville Unit.

Pearl News

Howdy Friends and Neighbors! I’m saddened to begin this week’s column with some very sad news about our neighbors here in Pearl. Rick and Bernadine Mariott passed away together on September 4 and the community has been mourning their passing.

45-Minute Cream Cheese Cake

This recipe appeared in the “Coryell County Cookin’” cookbook in 1994. The Gatesville Messenger runs a series of recipes weekly from this cookbook. If you would like to submit your own recipe of a favorite dish for possible publication, please email it to: dscott1929@yahoo. com.

Lady Tigers VB coach remembers dad, Ray Martin, as a local legend in area

The late Ray Martin would no doubt be proud of his daughter Amanda. Like her father, she is establishing herself as a great part of the Oglesby athletic programs.

Tigers remain unbeaten, Elks win

In Coryell County Class A football action, Oglesby remained unbeaten, Evant picked up its first win, and Jonesboro remains winless. All three teams were on the road Friday night.

The Hornet’s Nest

Cross Country: It’s getting down to the nitty- gritty for the GHS runners, who now have just two stops left before competing at the district meet. GHS runs at Cameron (Sept. 18) and Robinson (Sept. 24), then returns to Robinson again on Oct. 12 for the 24-4A meet.