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FORMER DEMON COACH DON HASKINS DIES AT 78
 | | In this March 19, 1966 file photo, Texas Western College head basketball coach Don Haskins, second from left, and players celebrate after winning the 1966 NCAA basketball championship in College Park, Md. Haskins, credited with helping break color barriers in college sports in 1966 when he used five black starters to win a national basketball title for Texas Western, died Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008. The Hall of Fame coach, whose pioneering 1966 team was portrayed in the 2006 movie "Glory Road," was 78. |
BY ALICIA A. CALDWELL
Associated Press Writer
EL PASO, Texas — The glow from Don Haskins' greatest triumph was mostly a memory when Disney decided to take another look. Then came the movie "Glory Road" and a whole new generation learned what Bob Knight already knew about his old friend's career — and legacy. [CONTINUED] |
FENTON FORD HOSTS KAMR TAILGATE PARTY
Fenton Ford and KAMR came together last night to host a tailgate party before the Dumas vs. Frenship game. KAMR also welcomed back veteran weatherman Roy McCoy.EVERYBODY LOVES FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
FARMERS MARKET TODAY
 | | Mildred Wieck of Wieck Farms selling sweet corn. |
Every Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Wieck Farms will be selling sweet corn, squash, cucumbers, okra, eggplant and many other fresh vegetables at McDade Park.WORKSHOP NOT HOT AIR
by Kevin Welch
Who: Class 4 Winds
What: Wind and electric transmission seminar
When: 1-5 p.m. Wednesday September 10
Where: Amarillo Civic Center Regency Room
Cost: $40 now or $50 after Sunday
Info: Call Jennifer Mannon, 806-379-0331, or go to www.class4winds.org.
A new group has blown into town, and it will start teaching the public about wind energy and building the industry with a workshop. [CONTINUED] |
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DUMAS CITY COMMISION MEETING AGENDA SEPTEMBER 2ND
Agenda
Special Session
Call to order
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance - James Mahaffey
Attending citizens and their business
Consent Agenda:
1. Consider approval of the August 18, 2008 Regular City Commission minutes; August 26, 2008 Special City Commission minutes; August 27, 2008 Special City Commission minutes.
2. Consider approval of paying the bills.
Formal Session:
1. Consider approval of medical benefits plan,administrator and stop loss provider.
2. Consider all matters incident and related to the issuance and sale of “City of Dumas, Texas, General Obligation Bonds, Series 2008,”including the adoption of Ord. No. 1056, Second and Final Reading, authorizing the issuance of such bonds.
3. Consider approval of inter-local government agreement with D.I.S.D.
4. Consider approval of Resolution No. 08-17 setting natural gas rate.
5. Consider approval of a proposal to adopt the property tax rate on the agenda of a future meeting.
6. Consider approval of fire department personal protective clothing bid.
Work Session:
1. Discuss park department mower bid specifications.
2. Discuss fire department suburban bid specifications.
3. Discuss 2008-2009 city budget.
Adjourn
FOR ALL YOUR DEMONETTE VOLLEYBALL NEWS BE SURE TO VISIT THE SPORTS PAGE
 | | The setter Candace Kent doing a jump set. |
The HPO Dumas would like to recognize the effort given to the Demonette Volleyball Team by Mr. Bill Copeland (column) and Dr. David Bonner (photos).ATTENTION ANTIQUE TRACTOR OWNERS, QUILT LOVERS, AND HISTORY BUFFS
News Release – Dumas, Texas
Window on the Plains Museum
1820 S. Dumas Ave.
Dumas, Tx. 79029
(806)935-3113
Attention Antique Tractor owners, quilt lovers, Moore County history buffs, arts and crafters, entertainers, pie baking contestants, and others who are wondering what to do on Saturday, September 27, 2008 in Dumas, Texas – here’s a great suggestion: Attend the 2nd Annual Museum Day at the museum and art center. We’re trying to get the word out early to give you plenty of time to register your tractor or antique car, pie, or quilt, as well as getting on the list to reserve a space for your crafts. All you have to do is come by the museum or give us a call at 935-3113 or 935-5312. We’re planning on an even bigger and better Museum Day this year after a fantastic inaugural event in 2007. There will be fun activities and events happening from 9am to 4 pm, so plan now to be a part of this big day of fun, food, and fellowship!!
02.SEP.08 DUMAS FAMILY SUES AMERICAN AIRLINES FOR LOST LUGGAGE
02.SEP.08 HPO FEATURE COLUMNS
29.AUG.08 SUBPRIME LOANS?? NO WAY!!
29.AUG.08 DUMAS ISD BOARD SUMMARY
29.AUG.08 SUNRAY BEATS NAZ
28.AUG.08 GARDEN GLEANINGS
27.AUG.08 ESCAPED INMATE CAPTURED IN CACTUS
26.AUG.08 FRIENDS MADE IN 2ND GRADE CAN LAST A LIFETIME
25.AUG.08 AREA DIVERS MEET AT LAKE MEREDITH
23.AUG.08 MEREDITH BOAT RAMP OPENS AS WATER RISES
21.AUG.08 DEMONETTES TRAVEL TO AMARILLO
20.AUG.08 75,000 ACRE-FEET TO PASS THE GAUGE AT CANADIAN RIVER BRIDGE
20.AUG.08 DISD BOARD MEETING AUGUST 25
18.AUG.08 A TRUE CHALLENGE
16.AUG.08 GROUNDBREAKING DEMOLITION HELD FOR AQUATIC CENTER
16.AUG.08 NINAS TORTILLA FINED FOR CHILD LABOR LAW VIOLATION
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