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Written by Jay Patrick
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Sunday, 06 May 2007 |
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 Jerry Smith of Marshall poses for photographs after winning over $67,000 in cash and prizes during the years KYKX Big Bass Bonanza
Click here for awards ceremony video
Jerry Smith from Marshall, Texas took home $45,000 in cash, a $21,000 Skeeter boat and other prizes as the top angler in this years KYXK Big Bass Bonanza held this weekend on Lake O' the Pines. Smith caught his fish during the competition on Saturday and was able to hold off stiff competition including second prize winner Lory Lloyd of Gilmer whose 9.24 lb fish garnered him $18,000. Lloyd took several Big Bass of the Hour prizes.
This year's field was much larger than last years and while Lake O' the Pines water level was much improved, the anglers fought rough water and high winds. The majority of this years big bass were caught in shallow water. Prizes were awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place Big Bass of the Hour with cash awards of $600, $300 and $100 respectively.
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Last Updated ( Friday, 11 May 2007 )
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Written by Jay Patrick
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Tuesday, 01 May 2007 |
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Mims Chapel United Methodist Church is planning a cruise for October 15 thru October 20, 2007. This is a fun trip and very inexpensive trip. The cruise will be with the Carnival cruise lines, and sailing to Progreso, Yucatan and Cozumel. The price is only $415.00 double occupancy for 5 nights. Anyone is welcome to go, so come aboard with us for a fun time. This is not just a church trip, it is for anyone.The deadline for deposits is May 7th. There are a few cabins left. For information call:
Rev. Richard Dowden -- 903-720-7298
Nancy Cleere----903-755-2258
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Written by Al Green
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Sunday, 29 April 2007 |
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An outreach mission of the Mims Chapel United Methodist Churchon FM729, on the north shore of Lake O' the Pines, is a FEE Clinic which is held the first Thursday of every month at the church. The clinic is staffed by The East Texas Border Health Clinic out of Marshall, Texas, which covers both Harrison and Marion Counties. The clinic is supported by grants, both public and private, and the $10.00 office visit, and insurance. The clinic at the church has a Physician Assistant, nurse and certified counselor. The clinic provides private medical exams and concentrates on diabetes, hypertension and cholesterol, and Pap smear. Screening includes glucose, blood pressure, weight and exercise. The clinic accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Texas Health Steps, most private insurance and self-pay. Discounted fees are available to those who qualify. The " Sliding Fee Scale' is based on family income or size. The minimum fee is $10.00 for an office visit. Lab and other tests are extra based on income. Please bring proof of income. Counseling is provided for insurance needs. The clinic accepts any patient, and services are not denied solely on an individual's ability to pay, and all services are confidential. Clinic hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Appointments are suggested, Call 903-755-2513, but walk-ins are gladly welcome.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 29 April 2007 )
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Written by Al Green
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Thursday, 26 April 2007 |
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The KIDS FISH DAY has been an annual fun kids event since 1999, when a small group of local Lake O" Pines residents on the North Shore decided to hold their first FREE fishing tournament for the kids at one of the Corps of Engineer Parks. From that first year when 74 Kids and their parents and guardians showed up, to last year when 339 Kids registered to fish.
Pine Cone Fishing Club, Lake O' the Pines Chamber of Commerce
Presents
2007 Free KIDS FISH DAY
SATURDAY June 2, 2007
HURRICANE CREEK PARK
FM729 on the North Shore of LAKE O' THE PINES
FREE LUNCH
Bait provided
FREE gift for the first 300 KIDS -
OFFICIAL WEIGH MASTER
KIDS, Bring your own Rod & Reel or Pole
Trophies Awarded by age group
2-4 years, 5-6 years, 7-9 years, 10 - 12 years, and 13 - 16 years old
FISHING ON BANK ONLY
CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
FISH POT: $1.00 TO ENTER, BIGGEST FISH WINS
TOTALLY FUNDED BY DONATIONS
For more information CALL: 903-755-2006 OR 903- 755-2796
Lake O' the Pines Chamber of Commerce, Pine Cone Fishing Club, U.S. Corps of Engineers, associates and sponsors are not responsible for personal injury.
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Last Updated ( Friday, 27 April 2007 )
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Written by Jay Patrick
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Friday, 20 April 2007 |
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 ETEX Crews Repair Fiber Cable
The previous night, ETEX had successfully relocated phone services to newly installed fiber optic cabling. At mid-morning on Thursday, while relocating water lines, a contractor cut the new fiber optic lines that provided service to not only Lake O' the Pines customers, but also business and industrial customers, including Lone Star Steel. After an approximate 5 hour outage, service was substantially restored to the affected customers by Thursday afternoon.
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Last Updated ( Friday, 20 April 2007 )
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