By William Cripe Sr. I find it providential that the release of my book, The Proper Pursuit of Prosperity, coincided with the protest movement called “Occupy Wall Street.” As a Christian whose values and morals are ruled by what is good, right and true according to the dictates of the Bible, I have a difficult …
Monthly Archive: November 2011
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Nov 16
Santa Claus is coming to town
The North Pole Express is coming in for its yearly Longview landing on December 2-3 and December 9-10. The holiday tram will be at the former Pine Tree Independent School District Administration Building at the corner of Fairmont and Northwest Drive. Children aged 2-10 with at least one accompanying parent will perform in this make-believe …
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Nov 16
Burn ban lifted
The Smith County Commissioners Court has voted to lift the county-wide burn ban, effective immediately, but urges citizens to exercise extreme caution and diligent supervision in their burning activities. Smith County Fire Marshal Jim Seaton recommended to the court that the ban be lifted, with the stipulation that the County Judge can reinstate the burn …
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Nov 16
Recycle Day, Project Daffodil pickup slated
Keep Tyler Beautiful will host Tyler Recycles Day from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, November 19 at the Tyler Recycling Collection Center, 418 N. Bois D’Arc Ave. Tyler Recycles Day is part of a national event that takes place annually to promote stewardship of the environment and recycling. The Tyler Recycling Collection Center always …
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Nov 16
Deadline looms
The entry deadline is approaching quickly for participation in an upcoming cell phone photography exhibit at Gallery Main Street in Downtown Tyler. The exhibit, “Photography: a Cellular View,” will run Dec. 1 through Jan. 3 at the gallery at 110 W. Erwin. Entry deadline is Monday, November 21. Photos may be submitted using the following …
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Nov 16
Local pastor honored for service
It has been 24 years since Red Oak Baptist Church welcomed a new spiritual leader. Wealthy in the Word, it was his own words that most impressed his reverent qualifications on his new congregation. He submitted the Holy Trinity as references. The Father, Son and Holy Spirit are still giving him full endorsement. Listing the …
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Nov 16
College ‘Campaign for Excellence’ fundraiser under way
Kilgore College has begun its first ever financial campaign that the college plans to make an annual event. The “Campaign for Excellence” is under way, with a goal to raise $25 million over the next five years. “It’s not about how much people give, but that they do give,” said Leah Gorman, KC’s Director of …
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Nov 16
Tax tips for holiday charitable giving
The spirit of giving seems to grow during the holiday season, and many donations are made to charitable causes at this special time of year. The IRS reminded taxpayers today to keep some important points in mind when making donations with the expectation of deducting them on a federal tax return. You can deduct donations …
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