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Tue
06
May

ETMC promotes physical health for National Fitness and Sports month

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One of the most im­portant things you can do for your health is to participate in regular physical activity.

The benefits are nu­merous. Here are just a few from the Centers for Disease Control and Pre­vention:

•Weight control

•Reduces risk of car­diovascular disease

•Reduces risk for type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome

•Reduces risk for some types of cancer

•Strengthens bones and muscles

•Improves mental health and mood

•Improves ability to do daily activities and prevent falls

•Increases your chanc­es of living longer

Good news is you don’t have to become a gym rat to experience these ben­efits. Participating in a moderate-intensity aer­obic activity, like brisk walking, four to five days a week is all it takes to reap most of the benefits listed above.

Tue
29
Apr

Duke TIP qualifiers recognized at meeting

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By Cory Smith
 
Several middle school students were honored at Monday’s school board meeting because they qualified for the Duke TIP talent search. Board-members handed out congratulatory certificates to students to award them for their hard work and dedication.  
The Duke TIP 7th Grade Talent Search helps educators and families determine how advanced their students’ academic abilities truly are. Students are identified based on standardized test scores achieved while attending elementary or middle school. 

Read more in our e-edition:http://www.etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Pittsburg1//Magazine52074/Ful...

Tue
29
Apr

Pirates make playoffs

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The Pirate baseball team huddles together as they took on Atlanta last Friday. The Pirates secured a number three seed in the playoffs and will take on Wills Point Friday and Saturday night at 7 in Mineola with a third game slated for Saturday if necessary. 

Tue
29
Apr

Miner promoted to Pittsburg location president

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Gazette Staff Report
 
Kirk Lee, president of Guaranty Bond Bank has announced the promotion of Rachel Miner to president of the bank’s Pittsburg location following its April board meeting. 
Mr. Lee said, “Rachel has been a great asset to our company in both Pittsburg and Mount Pleasant.  Historically, she has split her time between the two markets and this opportunity will devote her focus on serving the residents of Camp County.  Her leadership, lending, and management skills will be of benefit to both Camp County and Guaranty Bond Bank.”
Mrs. Miner started with Guaranty Bond Bank in 2003 as assistant vice president and was promoted to vice president in 2004. She has over 10 years of banking experience and more than 20 years in finance related fields. 

Tue
29
Apr

Watkins arrested

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Gazette Staff Report
 
Michael Andre Watkins, 41, was arrested on April 22 in the 500 block of Mount Pleasant Street on a Pittsburg traffic warrant and possession of drug paraphernalia and evading arrest. 
According to the Camp County Sheriff’s office jail records, Mr. Watkins is in the Camp County jail. 
 
Tue
29
Apr

Pittsburg High School advances in one-act play

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Gazette Staff Report
Pittsburg High School will compete in the Regional one-act play in Commerce on Thursday, May 1.  The cast and crew competed and advanced again at the Region II Area 13-AAA University Interscholastic League (UIL) One-Act Play Contest on Wednesday, April 9, at Longview High School.  They again performed the “Cripple of Inishmaan” directed by Belinda Matlock, PHS theatre teacher.  Justin Mejia and Johann Strottman were awarded All-Star Cast Honors.  Hailey Marshall and Aaron Franks both won All-Star Cast honorable mention.  Rebecca Simmons received a tech award for sound.  Ms. Matlock said, “This has been an incredible journey with a group of dedicated and talented students.  I love each and every one of them.  This is the reason I continue to teach.” 

Tue
29
Apr

Co-Ed softball tourney to be held

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Plans are underway for the annual Verna Faye Neal Softball Tournament to be held June 12-14 at Moore’s Park on Victory Street. The tournament is sponsored by the Guardian Angels Sisterhood and all proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society.
There will be an entry fee and vendors are welcome. This year the tournament will start on Thursday, June 12 beginning at 7 p.m.
For more information, please contact the following: Sandra Carrington, 903-767-6737; Rodney Neal, 903-285-9924; Carolyn Rogers, 903-946-1169 and Martha Rogers, 903-767-0145.
Tue
29
Apr

Community & Church

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“Authentic Manhood Challenge”
Emmanuel Baptist Church will be hosting an event for all men called the “Authentic Manhood Challenge” which is a movement that calls on men to live the life of truth, passion, and purpose. Based on the life of Christ, “33 The Series” will be used to help men discover meaningful insight into the current state of manhood and assist in understanding the realities that have created cultural confusion. Identical sessions will be held on Monday evenings and Saturday mornings at the church so men can attend a service that best fits their schedule. 
For more information regarding times, materials, and costs, please contact the church office at 903-856-3411.
 
 
Memorial Service at Macedonia
A memorial service will be held Sunday, May 4 at 10:30 a.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church.  A brief business meeting will follow at
Tue
29
Apr

A not so ‘Sterling’ reputation

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Sports and social issues, they’re two completely different subjects, yet they always seem to find a way to clash with one another. This week proved to be one of those times when the issues squared up with each other. 
Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling was caught on tape expressing racist sentiments to his girlfriend V. Stiviano. We have certainly come a long way as a society regarding social issues such as racism, but we still have a long way to go. With a vast majority of National Basketball Association (NBA) players being African-American, it is beyond my level of comprehension as to why Donald Sterling thought he could make these comments and get away with it. 
 

 

Tue
29
Apr

Looking Back

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10 YEARS AGO
Bobby Strelow crowned Miss PHS 2004. Hailey McClelland was first runner-up. 
Pittsburg Lions Club turns 50.
Pittsburg High School Band wins sweepstakes award. Jason Steele is the band director. 
Lady Pirates  advance to area softball play-offs with a 3-1 victory over Bullard. 
20 YEARS AGO
A truck and a Southern Pacific train collide at Clayton Street crossing. Over 20,000 dozen eggs were strewn down the track. No one was injured.
Grand opening and ribbon cutting held at Subway.
Alicia Lyle is named Miss Pittsburg High School. First runner-up is Dara Dodson.
30 YEARS AGO
Pittsburg High School top graduates announced. Sharon Griffin is valedictorian with 98.33 grade point average. Paula Bradshaw and Stephen Davis tie for salutatorian with 94.2 average. 

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