March 11, 2010
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Billed as the final confrontation between two of the sports greatest showmen, the benefit wrestling card Friday at Chester County High School entertained, surprised, and exceeded expecations, all the while raising a ring full of cash for one of the county’s best charities. Neo Products Corporation of Henderson promoted the event which raised almost $6 thousand for the Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse. A nearly full house at Eagle Gym witnessed several local participants in various capacities including Kevin White, Gary White, Patrick Smith, Phil Hickerson, Michael Show...
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Present Thursday were Gleaners’ House Director Helen Mitchell, holding scissors, Gleaners’ House staff, and Chamber members.
Present Thursday were Gleaners’ House Director Helen Mitchell, holding scissors, Gleaners’ House staff, and Chamber members.
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The Gleaners’ House joined the Henderson/Chester County Chamber of Commerce last Thursday and held a ribbon cutting at their North Washington Ave location. The local charitable organization is an o...
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On March 4, the Ingleside-Pentagon Club met in the home of Ann Woods; Joan Brown was co-hostess. President Beverly Hardin called the meeting to order, had the club creeds read and conducted a brief...
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The students of Chester County Middle School warranted a standing ovation at their production of the tween spectacular, Disney’s “High School Musical Jr.” this weekend at Williams Auditorium. Over...
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Students at West Chester Elementary recently enjoyed dressing their part during Read Across America Week. Students participated in various activities such as storybook character day, silly sock day and pajama day, and also received a treat of green eggs and ham on Friday.
Students at West Chester Elementary recently enjoyed dressing their part during Read Across America Week. Students participated in various activities such as storybook character day, silly sock day and pajama day, and also received a treat of green eggs and ham on Friday.
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Students in Renee Thomas’ first-grade class celebrated Read Across America Week by participating in various activities: Silly sock day, pajama day and storybook character day. Guest readers include...
Pictured from left are Dr. Tom Rakes, chancellor of the University of Tennessee at Martin, and Jordan McEarl.
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Jordan McEarl, of Henderson, was recently awarded the University Service Award during the Greek Awards for 2010 at the University of Tennessee at Martin. The University Service Award recognizes stu...
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Losing someone or something that was a vital part of who we are as a person and a large part of our present life is always traumatic. The more significant the loss, the deeper the grief experience....
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Silerton Methodist Church will have their monthly meal at 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 13. Roast beef with all the trimmings will be served. Everyone is welcome. Donations accepted.
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Renewing the Revival In Our Time with Lee Stoneking and Dr. James Hughes will be at 7:30 p.m. March 11-14. There will be day sessions Saturday and at 2 p.m. Sunday with children’s revival going on ...
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Freed-Hardeman University Basketball Date Opponent Location Time TBA NAIA Nationals TBA Freed-Hardeman Baseball Date Time Opponent Location Mar. 12 4:00 Brescia (2) Owens...
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Chester County Head Start Center, East Chester, Jacks Creek, West Chester Elementary Schools Monday, March 15 Popcorn chicken or Manager’s choice Green beans, salad bar Mashed potatoes, rol...
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Students from Heritage Christian Academy near Finger toured the offices and printing facility of the Chester County Independent March 3. The school met the staff of the Independent, saw the huge ...
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The Henderson/Chester County Chamber of Commerce’s seventh annual golf tournament is scheduled for April 23 at the Chickasaw Golf Course. Team and hole sponsorships are available. For more informat...
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Dr. Greg Rabidoux includes Henderson/Chester County in Listening Tour Dr. Greg Rabidoux, candidate for the Democratic nomination for Congressional District 7 spoke at the Henderson City Hall Sat...
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Freed-Hardeman University recently hosted the sixth year of Conservation Nation, a poster and recycled art competition event geared toward strengthening students’ awareness of conservations while e...
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A party for Dr. Seuss was held at Chester County Public Library last Tuesday morning, in honor of the 104th anniversary of his birth.