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Head Count: 921 Steers Under 300 lbs. -- $1.85 -3.70 lb. 300 - 400 lbs -- $1.70 – 2.90 lb. 400 – 500 lbs -- $1.60 – 2.50 lb. Over 500 lbs -- $1.45 – 2.00 lb. Heifers Under 300 lbs. -- $1.70 – 3.00 lb. 300 - 400 lbs. -- $1.60 – 2.60 lb. 400 – 500 lbs. -- $1.50 – 2.10 lb. Over 500 lbs. -- $1.35 – 1.85 lb. Packer Cows -- 50 – 87 lb. Packer Bulls -- 75 – 1.02 lb. Cows & Heifers -- $1050 -- $1950 Head Cow & calf Pairs -- $1200 -- $1950 Pair Baby Calves -- $50.00 - $425.00 Head

Milestones are important in the life of any institution. This fall a milestone deserving of attention has occurred at Northeast Texas Community College, its first employee retired. This year NTCC honors the 31-year-service of Judy Jackson, the first employee hired when the college was formed. Judy’s role changed over the years as the college grew from an infant organization into the dynamic, far-reaching institution that it is today. Judy began her relationship with NTCC as a community volunteer who worked tirelessly to pass the original election that created the college in 1984. She was hired by the first board of trustees before the college even had a president. Just like so many others in this area, Judy started her post-secondary education at Northeast, by earning an associate degree in 1987. That start led her to complete a bachelor’s degree and later a master’s degree from East Texas State University, laying down a path that many others have followed since.

The Camp County Salvation Army provides needs to residents in times of crisis. Last year the local chapter provided 50 $25 gift cards to purchase winter clothing donated by the Kansas City Southern Holiday Express Train. 

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Carlos Julian Gomez Lopez, 28, was arrested on 11/08/15, DWI with child under 15 years of age.

April Dawn Frances, 37, was arrested on 11/09/15, cruelty to animals.

Jose Cefarino Duron, 28, was arrested on 11/09/15, bench warrant.

Alyssa Bailey Branch, 19, was arrested on 11/10/15, striking an unattended vehicle X2, striking a fixture.

Robbylee Kalub Harris, 50, was arrested on 11/10/15, DWI – first offense.

Kendell Lee Hill, 26, was arrested on 11/10/15, outstanding warrant.

Jael Elizabeth Skinner, 22, was arrested on 11/12/15, bond forfeiture, failure to appear, possession of dangerous drug.

Betty Shelia Rogers, 22, was arrested on 11/12/15, assault family violence.

Lisa Marlene McCaskill, 52, was arrested on 11/12/15, assault family violence, with injury.

Amanda Kay Parker, 29, was arrested on 11/14/15, DWI.

Cleatron Conrad Evans, 25, was arrested on 11/14/15, city warrant X2.

Through Dec. 3 Photography Club Exhibit The Northeast Texas Photography Club will exhibit a collection of work in the foyer of the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts at Northeast Texas Community College November 9 through December 3. The display will include photography in a variety of styles, all shot by local members. An artist reception will be held Thursday, Nov. 12 at 2:30 p.m. in the Whatley Center foyer.

Nov. 19 Kiwanis Club Pancake Supper The Kiwanis Club is having its annual pancake supper on Thursday, Nov. 19, from 5 until 7 p.m. at the Pittsburg Intermediate School Cafetorium. There will be a cake auction and the children’s choir will perform.

Nov. 20 Grand Opening & Book Signing Sisters Reclaimed Grand opening will be Friday, Nov. 20, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Stephanie Chance, best seller author, will be there signing books.

Pittsburg High School majorettes received a first division rating in ensemble at University Interscholasti League (UIL) last weekend.The entire line will be advancing to the UIL state competition in May.Back row from the left, Carson Kerr, Payton Kennington, Hailey McNatt and Ashlynn Henson. Front row kneeling, Jennifer Rodriquez and Rebecca Simmons.

The Pittsburg Intermediate School staff and students hosted aVeterans Day program on Nov. 11 at the cafetorium. Veterans of family members, staff, and the local VFW Post 5398 were honored. Stephanie Ornelas and David Flores read letters of thanks for their service,and Kyleigh Posey sang“God Bless America.”The program ended with a small reception in the library. Pictured above are Carolyn DeWoody and her father,World War II and Korean Conflict veteran,Robert Fisher (top left); Miss Posey singing; and the local veterans who attended.

Mayor Kennington, making the DECA diamond sign, recently met with Pittsburg High School DECA students. While at their chapter meeting the mayor signed three proclamations relating to DECA activities: DECA Month proclamation for the month of November; Financial Literacy Day Proclamation for Nov.17; Teens in the Driver Seat Safety Day Proclamation for Nov. 19.

In the eleventh month, on the eleventh day, at the eleventh hour, 1918, World War I, the Great War to end all wars, ended in Europe. The last surviving American WWI veteran was Frank Woodruff Buckles, and he died in 2011, he was 110. He entered the Army in 1917 at the age of 16 and served as an ambulance driver and motorcycle messenger on the front lines. He was captured by the Japanese during WWII while working as a civilian in the Philippines. He spent three years in a prison camp. Originally Nov. 11 was named Armistice Day, to remember the end of WWI. In 1954, the name was changed to Veterans Day, to honor all Veterans. It is now time to remember all those who served and all those who gave the supreme sacrifice for their country. One such person is Major Arthur Dale Baker, 8TH Bomber Squadron, 34TH Tactical Group, 405TH Fighter Wing, 13TH Air Force, of the United States Air Force.