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THE DISPATCH

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Friday, June 26, 2026
The following is a breakdown of activity reported through dispatchers from June 17 – 23. While there were many calls to the dispatcher, this is a partial list of more significant activity.
GISD Superintendent Barrett Pollard (far left) and Choral Director Cherith Wells (far right) pose with Nevin Benning (middle) and his family during the Student Spotlight portion of the Monday, June 22, School Board meeting. Gatesville Messenger/Ally Hinkle

GISD Superintendent Barrett Pollard (far left) and Choral Director Cherith Wells (far right) pose with Nevin Benning (middle) and his family during the Student Spotlight portion of the Monday, June 22, School Board meeting. Gatesville Messenger/Ally Hinkle

GISD graduate recognized for UIL award

Ally Hinkle The Gatesville Messenger
Friday, June 26, 2026
A recent high school graduate was recognized during the Monday, June 22, GISD school board meeting for receiving a prestigious honor from the Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL).
The display at the Coryell Museum and Historical Center shows artifacts and information about the Civilian Conservation Corps when it was assigned to work in Coryell County. Gatesville Messenger/David Scott

The display at the Coryell Museum and Historical Center shows artifacts and information about the Civilian Conservation Corps when it was assigned to work in Coryell County. Gatesville Messenger/David Scott

Museum Spotlight

David Scott The Gatesville Messenger
Friday, June 26, 2026
Located in a hallway between the military exhibit and the school room exhibit at the Coryell Museum and Historical Center are three small exhibits – one on Governor Pat M.

Letter to the Editor

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Friday, June 26, 2026
To the Editor, As a parent with the Thorndale Maroon softball team from the Thorndale Youth Sports Association, I wanted to take a moment to recognize a youth team from Gatesville that left a lasting impression on our families during the recent district tournament.
Photography by Steph Snyder Photography

Photography by Steph Snyder Photography

Cordell ~ Gilmore

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Friday, June 26, 2026
Jason and Katy Cordell of Gatesville are excited to announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter, Mikalah Cordell, to Micah Gilmore, son of Matt and Mandy Gilmore of Valley Mills.
Jeffrey King

Jeffrey King

Pearl News

Jeffrey King
Friday, June 26, 2026
Howdy Friends and Neighbors, I was proud and excited to be a part of the Grand Reopening for the Gatesville Messenger last Saturday. Our Pearl friends from Sorry Boys BBQ were there cooking up some pulled pork sandwiches and sausage wraps.
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Mound News

Barbara Hopson
Friday, June 26, 2026
Little Mr. Sterlin Shults was honored on his fifth birthday with a party Saturday afternoon at his grandparents Don and Sue Jones’ roping pen. The kids enjoyed the slip and slide and the bounce house. Those attending were family and friends. Mrs.
Over the last two weeks, the remains of the west side of the courthouse square have been removed, including Leaird’s Furniture Store pictured above. Gatesville Messenger/David Scott

Over the last two weeks, the remains of the west side of the courthouse square have been removed, including Leaird’s Furniture Store pictured above. Gatesville Messenger/David Scott

Losing an 1898 landmark business

David Scott The Gatesville Messenger
Friday, June 26, 2026
Generations of Gatesville and Coryell County residents will always remember their experiences when visiting Leaird’s Department Store on the west side of the courthouse square. For many, those memories came rushing back as they watched or saw videos of the store engulfed in flames on March 16.
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