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9 Things All Drivers Need to Know About Their Tires

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Ezra McMullen
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Today’s cars are packed with impressive features. Stability control. Ride assist. Ever-more-powerful engines. But no matter what technology makes its way into your car — it’s your tires that connect it to the road, making their construction and maintenance critical for safe, effective driving.

So, what do you need to know? The experts at Cooper Tires are offering these helpful insights.

• Valve stems are crucial. Those little caps on the valve help to keep out moisture and dirt, as well as provide an additional seal to the valve core, holding air in the tires and helping maintain tire pressure.

• Check the manual. Proper tire pressure is important for safety, performance and fuel economy, and can extend the life of your tires by reducing the chance of uneven wear. But don’t check the tire sidewall for this information. That’s where the maximum pressure allowed for the tire is listed. The proper inflation pressure can be found by checking the vehicle’s owner’s manual or the placard found on the driver’s side doorjamb, glove box or fuel door.

• Beware of under-inflation. Even when tires look properly inflated, they may be under-inflated by as much as 50 percent. Under-inflation can lead to tire failure, and tires that are under-inflated by 8 pounds per square inch (PSI) or more can increase your fuel consumption by 4 percent.

• Weather matters. Outside temperature can affect tire pressure more than you might expect. On average, experts say that tire pressure decreases by about 1 PSI for every 10-degree Fahrenheit drop in temperature. The changing seasons are a good reminder to check pressure.

• “All season” tires have limits. “All season” tires are meant for year-round moderate weather. Install winter tires for dealing with severe winter weather conditions.

• Tread check is easy. Tire tread should be more than 2/32 of an inch deep. Check for this by inserting a penny into the tread with Lincoln’s head facing down. If the top of Lincoln’s head is covered by tread, there’s at least a minimum acceptable amount of tread. If the top of his head is visible at any point around the tire, it’s time to replace the tire.

• Off-road adventures require off-road tires. Road tires may be able to handle the occasional jaunt down a gravel driveway or dirt road, but when you’re heading off-road you’ll need something more rugged, such as the Cooper Discoverer STT Pro, which has been designed for off-road use.

• Tires should be checked regularly. Every month and before long road trips, perform this DIY routine: check tire pressure, check tread depth, check the overall condition of the tires for cuts, cracks, splits, punctures, irregular wear and bulges.

• Know the limits of your tires. If you’re the type of driver more likely to use the gas pedal than the brake, choose tires designed for high-performance, such as the Cooper Zeon RS3-G1, which features great grip and handling.

More tips and information can be found at coopertire.com.

As cars go high-tech, don’t forget that selecting the right tires and keeping them in good shape are two of the most important things you can do to stay safe on the road.

-Statepoint

Tips to Stay Safe in Summer Weather

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Getting outdoors this summer? Keep in mind that weather patterns can be extreme at this time of year, introducing new safety hazards. Get weather-ready in the following ways.

Prepare for the Heat

When planning a day outdoors, most people pack items such as sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat. However, summer heat can be dangerous if you’re not prepared, so consider the following: make sure your vehicle’s air conditioning is in good working order well before a trip, have a rain umbrella on hand to shield you from the sun, as well as frozen water bottles and instant cold packs that can help cool you down quickly. Lastly, make sure you have plenty of water on hand when traveling with pets, and be sure to keep them out of unattended cars where temperatures can quickly reach fatal levels.

Know What’s Coming

Before heading to the pool or packing that picnic lunch, check the weather report to make smart decisions about where the day will carry you. For 24/7 access to accurate weather information, you can keep the world’s largest, fastest-growing and most trusted provider of weather forecasts and warnings at your fingertips with the AccuWeather app for your mobile device.

Available on iOS and Android, the app can help users prepare for intense heat, lightning, beach hazards and flooding prior to summer travel, events and activities. It also provides access to educational resources on the health impacts of different weather events, including safety tips and resources, personalized weather preparedness plans, detailed checklists and more.

Helpful year-round, the app can be particularly informative in summer, with its wealth of tips and resources on topics like avoiding rip tides, staying safe in extreme heat and preparing for tropical storms. To access these resources and download the app, visit AccuWeather.com/Ready.

Don’t Be Bugged

Take precautions against bug bites, particularly mosquitoes, which can be carriers of the Zika virus. Experts are warning that those located in or traveling to the southern United States should take precautions to guard against the disease, especially if you are already or planning on getting pregnant.

Be sure your backyard is drained of standing water. Use citronella candles to ward off bugs. Apply insect repellent on hikes and other times you’re in buggy areas, and if possible, avoid skin exposure during dusk, when mosquitoes are most active.

If you’re looking to travel this summer, check out AccuWeather’s first-of-its-kind Mosquito Zika Risk Index in advance, which gives users an easy way to view the likelihood of mosquito infestations that could lead to greater risk of contracting the Zika virus within the contiguous U.S. This new interactive Index, available now on AccuWeather.com, as well as the AccuWeather app on iOS and Android, showcases a week-by-week risk index for the next seven weeks that can help you make more informed decisions to stay out of harm’s way.

With a little preparation, you can make the most of the summer and your travel plans by dodging common weather risks and hazards.

-Statepoint

4 Tips for Managing Asthma

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Asthma is a lung disease that makes breathing difficult for millions of Americans throughout their lifetime. While there is no cure for asthma, with proper management, 26 million Americans, including more than 20 million adults living with asthma, can lead a normal, healthy life. With personalized asthma management and the right support, those living with asthma can stay healthy and safe.

If you are living with asthma, the American Lung Association offers these steps to help manage your condition.

1. Measure and monitor your control. If you have symptoms more than twice a day, wake up at night with trouble breathing one to three times per week and have had to visit the emergency room due to your asthma symptoms in the past year, your asthma may not be under control. It may be time to reevaluate your management approach. Make an appointment to follow-up with your asthma care provider.

2. Understand your medication. It’s important to take the right medication at the right time and in the right way. There are many different types of inhaled asthma medicines. Talk to your healthcare provider to ensure you are using the correct inhalation technique. Using the right medicine in the correct way will help you breathe better, allow you to stay active and help you experience fewer asthma symptoms.

3. Make your doctor visits more proactive. Talk to your doctor about any questions you may have about using your asthma medicines, how to reduce your asthma triggers and if your home or workplace could be making you sick. Taking time to speak with your healthcare provider will allow you to focus on breathing well.

4. Create an asthma action plan. Work with your healthcare provider to develop an asthma action plan that targets your specific type of asthma. Your plan will include the symptoms you should monitor, your medications, potential triggers and your emergency contact information. This plan should be reviewed at each visit and updated as necessary.

To help put you on the path to asthma management, visit Lung.org/asthma for free resources.

Is your asthma under control? With a few simple steps, you can better manage your condition, and live a safe and healthy life.

-Statepoint

Georgia-Pacific Donates Land to Enhance Diboll’s Emergency Services

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Ezra McMullen
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Georgia-Pacific recently donated an approximate 6-acre tract of land to the city of Diboll. The land will serve as the new location of the city’s communication’s tower that provides communication support for emergency organizations including Diboll Police, Fire and the Angelina County Sheriff Department. Pictured (l to r) are Pat Aldred, Vice President/General Manager of Composite Panels, Georgia-Pacific; Mayor John McClain, Diboll; Yana Ogletree, Public Affairs Manager for Texas/Louisiana, Georgia-Pacific; and Gerry Boren, Diboll City Manager.

DIBOLL, TEXAS… As the Texas Department of Transportation moves forward with its plan to construct a by-pass around the City of Diboll as part of the I-69 project, the City of Diboll is making plans to ensure the continuation of vital city services.

The City’s communication’s tower is one of the important services that will be impacted by the road construction. This tower, which supports communication between emergency organizations—Diboll Police, Fire, and Angelina County Sheriff’s Departments—is being relocated to an approximate 6-acre tract of land located near Georgia-Pacific’s Lumber and Particle Board mills in Diboll. Earlier this year Georgia-Pacific realized the City’s immediate need and offered to donate the land to accommodate the municipality’s communication’s tower.

“We want to be a good neighbor and support the city’s efforts to enhance its infrastructure and those services that are critical to keeping the public safe,” said Pat Aldred, GP Vice President/General Manager of Composite Panels. “The donation is significant to the City since it will not only save taxpayer money but help to provide life-saving services to the community – including GP families and employees.”

Diboll Mayor John McClain applauds Georgia-Pacific’s generous land donation and its continual financial and in-kind support within the community. “It’s great knowing that we have a strong business partner in our community who understands the importance of giving back,” said McClain.

Growing Pomegranates

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Cary Sims
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Pomegranates are not at all a typical fruit tree in East Texas landscapes, but recent popularity with it’s nutritional benefits have brought in quite a few folks with questions on how and where to grow it.

Pomegranates originate from the mid-east, from Iran east to the Himalayas in fact. Widely referenced in ancient texts, and readily found in the Bible, some believe the forbidden fruit in Genesis chapter 3 was a pomegranate and not an apple!

Widely cultivated throughout the Mediterranean, the fruit was introduced to the Americas by Spanish missionaries during the sixteenth century. Texas in fact was probably the first state, of what would later become the United States, to grow pomegranates.

The “Wonderful” variety of pomegranates that we still hear about today was named by a grower from Florida that moved to California in 1896 to expand his fruit business on the west coast.

In your back yard, you’ll only need one pomegranate as they are self-pollinating. While pomegranates can be trained as a small tree, it is more commonly grown as a bushy shrub. If you want more than one and space is limited, you can plant them as a hedge.

The leaves are deciduous, usually glossy and dark green. Its colorful, orange-red flowers and dense, bushy growth habit make pomegranate an attractive ornamental.

This plant will produce lots of suckers near the soil, so frequent pruning is a must for a tree-like form. Pruning must be started soon after planting to maintain a single trunk, otherwise too many suckers will have developed that it will be difficult to change. Unless there is a strong desire for a tree-form, the bushy, free-growing shrub develops naturally.

Pomegranate is common to the tropics, subtropics and subtemperate regions and is well adapted to areas with hot, dry summers. It is considerably more cold-hardy than citrus.

Basically, pomegranate is well-adapted to practically any soil that has good internal drainage. Be forewarned, they may not grow well on heavy clay soils. They require almost not pruning, spraying or fertilizing and, as such, can be grown organically quite easily.

The only real problem you may face is splitting fruit. Under some high rainfall conditions this could be a real issue.

While Wonderful was the old standby, consider planting a newer variety. Some that should do well include Aperoski, Cloud, Kandahar Early, Russian #8, Russian #18, and Texas Pink.

You can plant from a container anytime of the year that soil moisture is available. Plant in a hole the same depth but a little wider than the pot. Place the root ball in and backfill with the existing soil and water it in well. Be sure to add a few inches of mulch to keep competing vegetation away at least 3 feet on each side. The added mulch will also keep moisture in and moderate soil temperatures.

Unrestrained Fatalities Increasing in Lufkin District

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Rhonda Oaks
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LUFKIN – As the Click It Or Ticket safety campaign comes to a close on June 2, fatalities from unrestrained motorists have increased in the Lufkin District. State statistics for the fiscal year also show higher fatality rates in rural areas.

Seat belt usage statewide stood at 92-percent for 2017, but the Lufkin District continues to see injuries and fatalities occurring within the past few weeks that are alarming. Wearing a seat belt increases the chances of surviving a crash by 60 percent.

“In our nine-county Lufkin District, three unrestrained fatalities were recorded in a seven day period in May,” said Rhonda Oaks, public information officer. “Some of the crashes we are seeing are unexplainable, while others can be attributed to distracted driving and unrestrained motorists. Unfortunately, there are no do-overs when it comes to a crash and we believe that so many of these fatalities and serious injuries could have been avoided if a seat belt had been used.”

For the current fiscal year that began in September 2017, the Lufkin District has recorded 67 fatalities, with 22 of those unrestrained, totaling 32.8 percent. Fatality rates for 2015 stood at 22 or 27.2 percent; 2016 stood at 31 fatalities or 32 percent; 2017 stood at 34 fatalities or 38.6 percent.

Total crashes and fatalities recorded from Sept. 1, 2017 through May 25, 2018 in the Lufkin District are:

  • Angelina County: 1,256 total crashes, with 16 fatalities – six fatalities (two unrestrained) in April and two in May;
  • Nacogdoches County: 770 crashes, with 10 fatalities – one (unrestrained) in April and two in May;
  • Polk County: 536 total crashes, with 16 fatalities – one (unrestrained) in March, three (one unrestrained) in April, and one in May;
  • San Jacinto County: 278 total crashes, with five fatalities – two in April;
  • Shelby County: 294 total crashes and four fatalities (one unrestrained) in March;
  • San Augustine County: 81 total crashes with eight fatalities (two unrestrained) in March;
  • Sabine County: 70 total crashes with four fatalities;
  • Houston County: 195 total crashes with four fatalities;
  • Trinity County: 82 total crashes with 0 fatalities.

In Texas, state law requires everyone in the vehicle to be secured with a seat belt no matter where they are sitting in the vehicle. Children must be properly restrained in a child safety seat appropriate for their age and size. It is a fact that seat belts save lives and protect motorists from serious injuries in a crash. That is the reason Texas has laws that require drivers and passengers to buckle up.

For more information, contact Rhonda.Oaks@txdot.gov or (936) 633-4395.

My Five Cents…

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Senator Robert Nichols
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On June 14th, we will commemorate the adoption of our country’s flag with 13 stars and stripes to represent our nation and our founding colonies. With 50 stars in our current flag, our pride for our country stays strong.

Here are five things happening around your state this month:

1. Protecting Our Students

After the tragic shooting at Santa Fe High School, Governor Greg Abbott held multiple roundtable discussions which included survivors from the Santa Fe and Sutherland Springs shootings, lawmakers, community leaders, law enforcement, educators, as well as gun rights and gun control activists. The purpose of these discussions was to determine the most effective ways the State can help prevent future mass shootings. From these meetings, Governor Abbott has released a 40 strategy plan for preventing future school shootings.

These strategies include expanding the existing School Marshal Program, which allows school districts, private schools and junior colleges to appoint a school marshal for their schools. The school marshals must go through extensive training before serving. Other proposals include increasing mental health training, improving the infrastructure and design of Texas schools to reduce security threats, and raising the age at which parents are responsible when their children have access to loaded weapons. To read and learn more about this plan you can visit https://gov.texas.gov/.

2. Tax Amnesty Program

Comptroller Glenn Hegar has announced the Texas Tax Amnesty Program which is operating until June 29, 2018. All state and local taxes and fees the Comptroller’s office administers are eligible. This does not include property taxes or sports and community venue taxes. The participants of this program are offered an opportunity to “wipe the slate clean” by filing past due reports, register for taxes that should have been reported or amend reports that may have underreported taxes, without paying penalties or interest. To find out more information about this program you can visit www.comptroller.texas.gov/tax-amnesty or call the Comptrollers office at 800-252-1390.

3. Sunset Hearing

Recently, the Texas Sunset Commission held a hearing to discuss reports regarding the Texas Military Department, Department of Public Safety, Department of Motor Vehicles, various finance agencies including the Texas Department of Banking and Finance Commission, as well as three of the river authorities in Texas.

The Commission, which is the only legislative body which votes on items during the interim, also voted on recommendations for agencies including the state’s Behavioral Health Boards, Texas Veterans Commission and Texas Historical Commission. These recommendations will become bills and must pass during the upcoming legislative session to ensure these agencies are continued.

4. Nominations for Historical Awards

Texas history is full of men and women who accomplished great things for our state. The Texas Historical Commission (THC) continues to honor those who strive to preserve the history and heritage of Texas for future generations through their 2018 THC Preservation Awards. They are currently accepting nominations for 11 different awards ranging in areas from leadership, volunteerism, museums, archeology, and preserving history. You can find out more information about these awards at www.thc.texas.gov/awards and submissions are due July 13, 2018. Winners will be presented with their awards at the THC’s Real Places Conference in January 2019. If you know of someone who has made a contribution to preserving Texas history, I encourage you to nominate them.

5. Where to Visit in Texas

School is now out and many of you may be planning vacations for the summer. Texas is full of places to visit that can meet anyone’s interest including beaches, arts and culture, food and drink, history, outside adventures and much more. I wanted to give you some tips on what you can do in our state. To start, you can visit the Texas Travel Guide online at www.traveltex.com, which is a compilation of attractions, events and places to stay all across the state, including your Texas State Capitol. I encourage you to visit your Senate District 3 office. If I am not there to greet you, my staff would be happy to meet with you.

If you are looking for more of an outdoor adventure, you can visit one of the four Texas state parks located in Senate District 3: Mission Tejas State Park (Houston County); Lake Livingston State Park (Polk County); Martin Dies, Jr. State Park (Jasper County); and Village Creek State Park (Hardin County). You can find more information about these and all state parks in the state by visiting https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/.

5 Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Dads and Grads

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Statepoint
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Whether you’re shopping for Father’s Day or celebrating the accomplishments of a graduating senior, make a point of selecting thoughtful, unforgettable gifts this “dads and grads” season. Here are five ideas to get you started.

1. The gift that keeps on giving. These days, there are monthly subscription boxes for just about everything. From stylish socks to slick grooming tools to jazz records to fine wine, take stock of your gift recipient’s interests and needs and give a gift that keeps on giving.

2. The gift of form and function. A timepiece upgrade makes for a sophisticated yet functional gift that will keep your recipient on time for all appointments. Check out connected timepieces such as the EDIFICE EQB800, which features Casio’s Smartphone Link capability. Pairing with the wearer’s smartphone, the watch can access the correct time for over 300 cities worldwide. Users also have the capability to swap their specified home time and world time, as well as update alarms and other time settings. By automatically syncing with a time server four times daily, the watch ensures ultimate accuracy.

3. The gift of your company. A pair of event tickets is a great way to show your dad or grad that you want to spend time together. Whether it’s a day at the ballpark or your favorite band is coming to town, scope out the perfect event to attend together.

4. The gift of entertainment. Is your dad or grad’s entertainment center in need of an upgrade? Consider gifting a projector for better gaming and movie nights. For a mercury-free option, check out Casio LampFree projectors, which combine a laser and LED light source for high-brightness and energy efficiency, using half the amount of power per unit than its traditional lamp-based counterparts. Those from the Advanced Series, like the XJ-F210WN, reach full brightness in as fast as five seconds and feature Intelligent Light Control to automatically adjust the projection brightness according to ambient light. This innovative feature will ensure that movie fans have spectacular visuals any time of day and in any lighting conditions.

5. The gift of music. Has your gift recipient always wanted to play piano? Gift the tools needed for success. For beginner keyboard players, one good option for learning at home is Casio’s CT-X700, a portable keyboard featuring a Step-Up Lesson System that displays proper music notation and correct hand positioning, allowing beginners to learn songs at their own pace. The keyboard’s new AiX Sound Source faithfully reproduces the sound of acoustic instruments such as guitar, drums, bass, brass, wind instruments, string ensembles and more. Additionally, it includes an extensive library of 600 tones and 195 rhythms.

-Statepoint

How to Find the Right Sunglasses to Protect Your Eyes This Summer

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Your time outside can quickly lead to an increased risk of exposure to dangerous ultraviolet (UV) rays that can cause a sun spot on the white of the eye called a pinguecula. These may look yellow in appearance and cause irritation over time. Moreover, long-term exposure to harmful UV rays can cause the formation of cataracts, leading to blurred vision and can ultimately require cataract surgery to correct.

Unfortunately, most people aren’t doing enough to protect their eyes from the sun, even if they are aware of the risks. According to The Vision Council, 75 percent of Americans are concerned about UV eye exposure, but only 31 percent wear sunglasses every time they go outside. You’re probably spending a fair amount of time protecting skin by applying sunscreen, so why not make sure that you’re doing the same for your eyes?

Consider these tips to find the right pair of sunglasses this summer:

• Only about half of people who wear sunglasses say they check the UV rating before buying a pair, according to a national Sun Safety Survey conducted by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Make sure your sunglasses provide 100 percent UV protection from both UVA and UVB rays. Look for a sticker or a label on sunglass lenses that indicates 100 percent UV protection.

• Consider polarized lenses, which reduce or eliminate glare and reflected sunlight off the surface of water.

• It’s especially important that kids and teens wear sunglasses from an early age. By the time you turn 18, you have received 75-80 percent of your lifetime UV exposure, according to the World Health Organization.

• No matter your age, go for big frames. Larger frames and wrap-around styles provide extra UV protection by blocking rays that come in from the side.

• Think about lens color. Great for aesthetic reasons, different lens colors can help serve different purposes. You may want to go with gray lenses for true color perception or brown/amber lenses if you want to see more visible contrasts.

• Consider your lifestyle before selecting a pair. If you’re active in sports, your optometrist can help you select sunglasses and lenses that can protect your eyes and help optimize your performance.

Quality sunglasses that provide maximum UV protection can still be fashionable. You can explore and purchase a variety of brands and styles on eyeconic.com, where you can also connect to a local eye doctor through VSP Vision Care’s network of optometrists. Eyeconic is the only online retailer that allows you to shop for glasses, sunglasses, and contacts using your vision benefits.

Give your eyes the treatment they deserve. Be sure your daily sun-wear routine goes beyond a great SPF to include eye protection.

East Texas Communities Foundation Awards $189,500 in Scholarships

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Ezra McMullen
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East Texas Communities Foundation awarded $189,500 in scholarships to high school and college students from East Texas for the 2018-19 school years. New scholarship recipients were honored at a reception at Marvin United Methodist Church on Thursday, May 10th. Scholarship amounts range from $300-$5,000 per student originating from 52 different scholarship funds at East Texas Communities Foundation.

“East Texas Communities Foundation is honored to help these deserving students continue their education and grateful for the opportunity to fulfill the charitable goals of the many individuals, organizations, and families who have made it possible,” said Kyle Penney, President of East Texas Communities Foundation. “Each year we are impressed with the quality of students applying for these funds. The donors who have invested in these students through the creation of scholarship funds have given a lasting gift to all East Texans.”

This year’s scholarship recipients are:

All Saints Episcopal School

Ruthann Schmiege– Michael J. McCormick Scholarship

Athens Christian Prep

Christian Kocian– Betty and Roy Erickson Scholarship

Athens High School

Mary Gould– Leslie Reid Memorial Scholarship

Big Sandy High School

Cameron Blavier– David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship in Chemistry

Bishop T.K. Gorman High School

Sydney Brunette – Retail Merchants Association of Tyler Scholarship William Kariampuzha – Betty and Roy Erickson Scholarship

Brook Hill School

Lori Wise – Brook Hill Founder’s Scholarship

Brownsboro High School

Hannah Hagler – Gladys and Thomas “T.B.” Stewart Scholarship, Retail Merchants Association of Tyler Scholarship

Bullard High School

Braden Bowman – Richard B. and Mary Lou Hamm Scholarship

Luke Bowman – Retail Merchants Association of Tyler Scholarship, Richard B. and Mary Lou Hamm Scholarship

Delaney Folmar – ETMC Junior Volunteer Scholarship

Megan McCoy – Vision for Your Future Scholarship

Garrett Watkins – Citizen’s 1st Bank / Perkins Family Foundation State Employees’ Children’s Scholarship, Tyler Citizen’s Police Academy Alumni Association Scholarship

Center High School

Lauaren Moody – David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship in Vocational / Technical Study in Medically-Related Fields

Chapel Hill High School

Tyler Autin – Partners in Arts Scholarship

Gabriela Campos – Helen Elbert Scholarship, Partners in Arts Scholarship

Yazmine Martinez – ETMC Junior Volunteer Scholarship

Caroline Onwuzu – Gladys and Thomas “T.B.” Stewart Scholarship

Ezra Patterson – David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship in Chemistry

Micayla Robeson – Retail Merchants Association of Tyler Scholarship

Chapel Hill High School- Mt. Pleasant

Ashlynn Eubanks– Peace Officers and Firefighters Scholarship

Gilmer High School

McKenzie Castro– David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship in Medicine, Biotechnology, and Veterinary Medicine

Grace Community High School

Natalie Lim – Betty and Roy Erickson Scholarship, David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship in Medicine, Biotechnology, and Veterinary Medicine

Grand Saline High School

Levi Hawkins – Adam Carroll Scholarship

Homeschool

Hannah Alberts – Smith County Baptist Ministers Scholarship

Alyssa Andreone – Retail Merchants Association of Tyler Scholarship

Jacksonville High School

Cayla Jenkins – Betty and Roy Erickson Scholarship

John Tyler High School

Emmanuel Daniels – Earl Campbell Tyler Rose High School Scholarship Ailene Diaz– David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship in Vocational / Technical Study in Medically-Related Fields

Fabiola Espinoza– David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship in Vocational / Technical Study in Medically-Related Fields

Ja’Corrian Smith– Gladys and Thomas “T.B.” Stewart Scholarship, Kristen and Joey Seeber Scholarship

LaPoyner High School

Sarah Barnes – Retail Merchants Association of Tyler Scholarship

Julie Wiggins – Velma Lemons Future Teachers Scholarship

Lindale High School

Robert McWhorter – Retail Merchants Association of Tyler Scholarship

Longview High School

Felisha Cowan – Kathy’s Kids Scholarship

William Langston – Betty and Roy Erickson Scholarship

Mineola High School

John Witt – Betty and Roy Erickson Scholarship

Nacogdoches High School

Marin Beal – Citizen’ s 1st Bank / Perkins Family Foundation State Employees’ Children’s Scholarship

Palestine High School

Caden LaFontaine – Carroll and Casey Gurganus Scholarship

Prairieland High School

Jaden Borders – Betty and Roy Erickson Scholarship

Robert E. Lee High School Sarah Anderson – Retail Merchants Association of Tyler Scholarship

Luke Bryans – Lauren Lewis Memorial Scholarship

Ruby Duran – David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship in Vocational / Technical Study in Medically-Related Fields

Katherine Jennings – ETMC Junior Volunteer Scholarship

Stephanie Lie – Gary Neel Memorial Scholarship, Tim King Memorial Scholarship

Cody Olson – David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship in Medicine, Biotechnology, and Veterinary Medicine, ETMC Junior Volunteer Scholarship

Taylor Rapp – Juliette Low’s Amazing Girls Scholarship

Caroline Trotter – R. Don Cowan Music and Performing Arts Scholarship

Rusk High School

Dylan Sprayberry – Citizen’s 1st Bank / Perkins Family Foundation State Employees’ Children’s Scholarship

Sabine High School

Ty Braiden Stice – Jean and Jim Gulley Texas Tech Scholarship

San Augustine High School

Mikayla Slaydon – Ben and Florine Ramsey Scholarship

Tarkington High School

Billie Meadors – Rhonda Penry Scholarship

Troup High School

Justin Nelson – Allen and Nancy Locklin Scholarship

Van High School

Daniel de Preez – Betty and Roy Erickson Scholarship

Rebecca Reagan – Retail Merchants Association of Tyler Scholarship

Whitehouse High School

Shayna Ballin– Gladys and Thomas “T.B.” Stewart Scholarship, Whitehouse Young Farmers Scholarship

Brandon Bullard– Alex Fleming Infinity Scholarship

Reed Burdette– Smith County Baptist Ministers Scholarship

Jocelyn Downs– Citizen’s 1st Bank / Perkins Family Foundation State Employees’ Children’s Scholarship

Courtney Eeds– A.D. and Mary Winston Scholarship

Natalie Henderson– ETMC Junior Volunteer Scholarship

Samuel Reeves– Citizen’s 1st Bank / Perkins Family Foundation State Employees’ Children’s Scholarship

Blake West– Retail Merchants Association of Tyler Scholarship

Winnsboro High School

Jayla Talley– Gerald and Charlie Stoker Memorial Scholarship

Angelina College

Dalia Garcia – David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship in Vocational / Technical Study in Medically-Related Fields Cynthia Peters – David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship in Vocational / Technical Study in Medically-Related Fields

Stephen F. Austin State University

Kyla Lynn – Dr. Elbert H. Caldwell Scholarship

Texas A&M University

Molly McCreary – East Texas Geological Society Scholarship

Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine

Hollie Sheffield – Sherilyn A. Willis, M.D. Medical Scholarship

Texas College

Melanie Davis – Gladys and Thomas “T.B.” Stewart Texas College Scholarship

Texas Tech University

Jarrod Bridges -East Texas Geological Society Scholarship, Natural Gas Society of East Texas Scholarship

Tyler Junior College

Tarrah Carmon- Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship for Nursing at Tyler Junior CollegeKimberly Krause – David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship in Vocational / Technical Study in Medically-Related Fields Brenda Suarez – Dr. Elbert H. Caldwell Scholarship Thandi Strydom – Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship for Nursing at Tyler Junior College

University of Houston

Davone Morgan – Frances Cowan Gibson Fine Arts Scholarship

University of Mary Hardin Baylor

Taylor Ballou – Smith County Baptist Ministers Scholarship

University of Texas at Dallas

Venisha Harmon – Texas Rose Festival Scholarship

University of Texas at El Paso

Hanah Bayer- East Texas Geological Society Scholarship

University of Texas at Tyler

Lilah Ward – Art Excellence Scholarship, Christopher Lyon Memorial Scholarship

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