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PUBLISHER & MANAGING EDITOR P.A. Geddie EDITOR Steve Freeman
CONTRIBUTORS Tracy Torma Tom Geddie Len Wheeler Peter Hoheisel Stephen F. Brewerton Claire Simmons Stan Johnson
ADMINISTRATION Marianne Eubanks Bridgette McKinney
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SUBSCRIPTIONS info@countylinemagazine.com County Line Magazine is published every other month, 6 times a year. Subscription costs: $15 per year. Bulk rate postage paid at Ben Wheeler, Texas. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to County Line Magazine, P.O. Box 608, Ben Wheeler, TX 75754. Contents COPYRIGHT 2017 County Line all rights reserved. Material may not be reproduced without written permission. Opinions expressed in articles or advertising appearing in this magazine do not necessarily reflect the views of the publisher. Mailing address: P.O. Box 608, Ben Wheeler, TX 75754 Phone: 903.963.8306. E-mail: info@countylinemagazine.com Website: www.countylinemagazine.com. Free listings are entered on a space available basis. Advertising space may be purchased by calling 903.963.8306. We reserve the right to refuse any advertisement we deem incompatible with our mission.
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EDITOR’S NOTE East Texas is “cool.” The word “cool” perhaps belongs to another generation, but this issue of County Line truly offers up what’s cool in East Texas — and the timing is perfect. Summer’s here! It’s hot and we covet “cool.” What’s cool this time around, is Pauline Reese, topic of our cover and of a great interview. Besides recording her seventh CD and winning accolades from country and Americana enthusiasts, Pauline, really has connections. She’s often recorded with Willie Nelson, got tips from Michael Martin Murphy, and has kin folk who knew Clyde Barrow (of Bonnie and Clyde notoriety). That’s way cool! What else is cool? Check out our listing of places to dive into the water throughout East Texas. Okay, that’s an easy one. How about the house in Lindale that turns the sun’s hot rays into energy to help cool the place, saving money for more comfortable living? It’s transformationally cool.
Want more? There’s a 2,500-mile trail that’s hundreds of years old that cuts through East Texas. El Camino Real de los Tejas is now one of only 19 nationally recognized trails and, frankly, few know about it. We travel up portions of the old trail — many spots now covered in asphalt — to discover old and new treasures along the way. This issue also serves up lots of cool art, music, movies, restaurants, and stage shows. Highlights include a Tyler performance by the world-famous Yo-Yo Ma, coverage of the six summer musicals happening here, and the start of Texas Shakespeare Festival. And in a final salute to “cool,” we offer our readers a recipe for stuffed jalapeno peppers called “Atlanta Burning” (yes, a Gone with the Wind reference) and then introduce you to a new brewery to quench the fire. You’re welcome. Stay cool this summer. Steve Freeman
LETTERS Last week we attended the TTIA (Texas Travel Industry Association) Travel Fair in Amarillo. Our booth highlighted Emory as the land between the lakes, so we included information on Lake Fork and Lake Tawakoni. We brought the replica of the 18.18 pound bass holding the state record that was caught at Lake Fork, we had pictures and info regarding Eagle Fest and we also took copies of County Line Magazine that highlighted Emory/Rains County events (articles about the Rains County Heritage Park and this year’s Eagle Fest). Many of the travel agents visiting our booth told us that County Line Magazine is one of their very favorite publications. This speaks volumes to me about your magazine, and as an advertiser this adds value to our advertising dollars because if this is one of their favorite publications, then I know it is one they readily hand out to visitors coming to our area. Keeley Roan Director of Economic Development Emory
This (County Line Magazine) is one of the great things about East Texas. Sandy Mittelstet Callender Lake We love your magazine. John and Shara Wilkerson Chandler Note from Editor: Thank you, Wilkersons, for the FIVE-year subscription. Thank you for a great magazine of Upper East Texas and Franklin County/ Mount Vernon. Donna McFarland Mount Vernon
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