Ken Ansell: What do you want Jesus to do for you?
As Jesus passes through Jericho he walks by a blind man named Bartimaeus on the side of the road (Mark 10:46-52) and He asks the guy, “What do you want me to do for you?”
Bill Spinks
Locals enjoy summer pastime — Cornhole
The original game called “cornhole” was first played in 1883 as invented by a New Yorker by the name of Heyliger de Windt. His early version of the game was played on the lawn with the use of a slanted board, and beanbags were thrown into a hole as the target. And thus, began this outdoor game that seems to have gained momentum over the past few years.
HHS returns to state 7-on-7 tourney
Bill Spinks wspinks@cherryroad.com Two years ago, in their first appearance in Division I, the Heritage Jaguars went on an improbable run all the way to… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Sleep in Heavenly Peace seeks volunteers
Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP), a nonprofit organization with individuals who build and delivery twin and bunk beds to families in need, is looking for willing hearts to help turn lumber into bunks.
Finally honored: Stephen Kelley cited for his service during Vietnam War
Stephen Wesley Kelley rarely spoke about his time serving in Vietnam. It was too painful.
Leadership Midlothian applications open
Applications to be a part of the Leadership Midlothian Class of 2025 are open now through Sunday, June 30.
Local students receive degrees from LeTourneau
LONGVIEW — LeTourneau University recognizes its spring graduates who received bachelor's and master's degrees. Among them were the following from Midlothian:
6th Annual Parktopia celebrates National Park and Recreation Month
Mayor Justin Coffman proclaimed July as Park and Recreation Month in the City of Midlothian at Tuesday night’s City Council meeting and invited the community to attend the 6th Annual Parktopia, to be held on July 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Community Park, 3601 S. 14th Street (soccer pavilion area).
The Lowe Down: Finding common ground
When I see or hear people trying to bully others into silence on the political issues at hand, I think that people have forgotten what freedom means.
Letter to the Editor: The most American word
Hearing the words “Fourth of July” conjures images in my mind of glimmering fireworks, backyard barbeques, and family time. I am grateful to live in the United States of America, and despite all that we have seen happening in our country lately, I think that most Americans are still proud of the reasons why we celebrate Independence Day.