Billings named Teacher of the Year
Robin Billings, a 2002 graduate of Mount Vernon High School, was recently named “Electives Teacher of the Year” by her peers and co-workers at Thomas ...
Seniors receive Heritage Scholarships at banquet
Two Mount Vernon High School graduating seniors an...
Distinguished Service Award honors historical commission
The Texas Historical Commission has recognized the...
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Action on hospital building tabled
An anticipated move to place the old hospital building up for sale by sealed bid...
Sediment a problem for some at Lake Cypress Springs
Problems from sediment from “Frog Creek” has pushed its way down to Frog Creek B...
Lunches of Love sign-up under way
Registration is under way to participate in the Lunches of Love, a children’s su...
Allegations presented to School Board during open forum
Bill Travis speaks to school board members about inequitable practices in funds ...
Middle School Cheerleaders named Top Bananas at UCA camp
The Mount Vernon Middle School Cheerleaders competed in the freshman and under g...
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Sloan to sign book at Trey-Deuce
Mount Vernon native Wendel Sloan will sign copies of his book from 2 to 4 p.m. S...
Billings named Teacher of the Year
Robin Billings, a 2002 graduate of Mount Vernon High School, was recently named ...
Newsom(e) reunion planned
No matter how it’s spelled, the Newsome and Newsom families are gathering for a ...
Alzheimer Support Group to meet
The Alzheimer Support Group for the Mount Vernon area will meet at 2 p.m. Thursd...
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