The Navigator 2021 Volume 8

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Welcome to the Richland Chambers Area

The Richland Chambers Area Progress is proud to publish our 8th edition of The Navigator.

This “one-of-a-kind” magazine continues to be a popular area resource for known events that are scheduled to take place in Navarro, Freestone, Henderson, and Anderson Counties, as well as the cities of Ennis and Kerens. These calendars of events involve extensive research and our comprehensive listings include a variety of activities that are scheduled to take place from the time of The Navigator’s publication through the remainder of the calendar year, and in some cases into the following year. We ask that you always recheck to make sure that scheduled events have not changed; many 2020 events were postponed or canceled due to COVID-19.

The Richland Chambers Lake area and surrounding communities offer a variety of social and cultural activities, with heavy emphasis on the arts. Several state parks are an easy drive away and most offer educational programs, camping facilities, and hiking, biking and nature trails. Those who enjoy community involvement will find many avenues through which they can volunteer.

We strive to provide something for everyone in The Navigator.

We include festivals, plays and productions, concerts, art exhibits,

fishing tournaments, Motorplex activities, fundraisers, parades, horse shows, rodeos, car shows, community endeavors and so much more. The lake area and surrounding communities are rich in activities for individuals, couples, families or groups of friends to do. Annual events include the Dogwood Trails, Derrick Days, a Bluebonnet Festival, the National Polka Festival, two outstanding Air Shows, the Red Brick Classic Car Show, Fairfield’s Show of Wheels, a Hot Pepper Chili Festival, the Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival and the Freestone County Fair.

The third largest inland lake and the largest sailing basin within the State of Texas, Richland Chambers Reservoir encompasses 44,752 acres and boasts 330 miles of shoreline. Replenishing rainfall has kept the water level at or near full pool and Richland Chambers Lake continues to be an excellent source for fishing and recreational sports.

Richland Chambers Reservoir is known for its exceptional fishing and sponsored tournaments frequently take place. The lake offers an abundance of catfish, white bass, hybrid striped bass and bluegill, and it is popular with competitive anglers in pursuit of largemouth bass. The lake is periodically monitored by Texas Parks & Wildlife and receives an

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annual restocking of fingerlings or fry. Diagnostics include a winter gill net survey, vegetation analysis, and electrofishing and trap net surveys. As a result of test outcomes, an additional 343,809 Florida Largemouth Bass were received in 2019; 162,638 in 2020 and 309,000 have been requested for 2021. The lake did not receive any additional Hybrid Striped Bass in 2019; however, it was stocked with 96,156 in 2020 and 413,560 have been requested for 2021.

Most local marinas now offer boat launches, food, gas, fishing/ convenience items and a few even offer R/V Hookups, lodging, boat slips and boat rental. There are also several public boat ramps that also afford access to the lake. For those unfamiliar with the lake or without access to a boat, there are several fishing guides that offer full and half-day charters; the lake has some of the best! There are also a few guys and individuals knowledgeable with the lake who offer their services to familiarize you with any hazards on the lake.

Facilities to compete in sanctioned shooting sports are just a short distance away and avid hunters will find local opportunities to pursue dove, ducks, deer, wild boar and upland game. The area offers something for everyone and even golf enthusiasts will find several challenging courses nearby.

Residents and visitors are able to enjoy a good choice of eating establishments, including lakeside dining at The Harbor Restaurant, Fisherman’s Point Marina’s Lighthouse Cafe, and Sunset Cove Marina Café. Meals can also be enjoyed at Oak Cove Marina and Pelican Grill. Grocery items can now be purchased at the RC Lakeside Store.

More and more people are discovering the area and sales of lots and existing homes are on the upswing, as is construction of new homes. Local real estate companies are reporting the lowest inventories for waterfront home listings in many years and sales of off-water property are also on the rise.

Julie Teel (RE/MAX LakeSide Dreams) has revealed, “Reflecting on over 15 years of Market data for Richland Chambers Lake Property, we have survived market meltdowns, droughts and recessions. And we have also thrived in a growing and budding community and have seen changes in the lake area landscape with several new businesses and developments popping up here and there around the lake.

“The three main takeaways are: • Waterfront home market has been improving in recent years.

• Waterfront lot market is on the same trend.

• Inventories are falling and

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prices are rising.

“We began seeing an improvement in the lake market beginning in 2015 which also coincides with the increase in average lake level numbers.

During that time, our average sales price around the lake increased from $387,500 to $479,999.

“Last year was a crazy and challenging year for us all. Who would have known that the pandemic would set off such a frenzy for Richland Chambers Real Estate? When we all first got wind of the pandemic early last year, we started cutting costs and battening down the hatches like most of the country preparing for the unknown. Right? We were all wondering what the coming days would bring and what the future would hold? We continued working and doing what we could within the lockdown restrictions to prepare for the unknown. We created procedures within our business to keep our associates and clients safe.

“By mid-April, we just had to hold on for the ride. We began to experience very high numbers of leads and inquiries on our lake lot inventory. Some of those lots had been sitting on the market for years! Also, most waterfront homes on the market during this time were getting multiple offers, usually in a matter of days. All of this unprecedented demand was driven by the realization that travel would be limited for the foreseeable future and folks working from home wanting a pleasant environment in which to work. AND some people just want a place to get out of the city! We have it good at RC! “The 1st quarter of 2020 was busy with 41 lot sales on RC and then then BAM! The lid blew off with 92 lot sales in the 2nd quarter and 100 in the 3rd quarter. There has been no slowing in demand, with 66+ sold in the 4th quarter.

These are staggering numbers in the grand scheme of things.

“For the past 12 years, the market has moved along with 3050 lots selling in any given year, slowly ramping up to 80 or so selling in 2019. So, as you can see, that is a 74 percent jump in lake area lot sales. Nobody predicted or ever thought this would happen.

All of these sales have depleted the built up inventories.

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“The average list price over last year has increased by $120,670.

The average price per square foot increased to $256.4 a foot. At the start of last year it was $190. So in real terms, if you own a house that is 3,000 square feet, your value automatically went up $199,200 in the last year. Congratulations!

These are numbers we only dreamed about 5 and 10 years ago.

“At the end of last year, the sold price to list price ratio was at 100.61%. That translates into multiple offer situations where if you are priced at market value, the demand exceeds the inventory and is driving prices upward as a result of bidding wars. The average sold price/list price ratio for the first 180 days of 2021 is 102.7% and the average number of days on the market is 20. Thirteen homes and condos have been sold during the first 180 days of this year, with 93 lots pending or sold.

“COVID has changed the world and brought unprecedented times to us all. With all of these changes the importance of owning Real Estate has never been a higher priority than today. If you were EVER thinking of making a move, now is the time!”

Conveniently located for anyone seeking a weekend or retirement home, Richland Chambers Lake is centrally positioned south of the DFW Metroplex, north of Houston and east of Austin, thus providing just a “few-hours” commute from all directions. The RC Lake area has over 50 lakefront subdivisions, affording newcomers a good selection of waterfront and offwater lots, as well as a few “spec” and existing homes. Communities have been developed according to strict standards and waterfront homes are permitted to have boathouses and piers.

Those who have moved to the area relish the peace and tranquility, as well as the friendly people they have met. Because Richland Chambers Reservoir is still a young lake with a very large shoreline and controlled development; despite the recent increase in sales, “traffic” on the lake has remained low. Those of us who live there consider it to be our “hidden jewel.” The sunsets can be spectacular and the skies are frequently adorned with flocks of seagulls, pelicans, cormorants, fulvous whistling ducks and

domestic mallards. There are even sightings of bald eagles, crested caracara and an occasional osprey. While driving our country roads, you might also spot an elusive roadrunner, a scissor-tailed flycatcher or a vividly colored painted bunting, along with a myriad of other birds. If you like to fish, sail, swim, water ski or are simply seeking a beautiful place to unwind and relax, Richland Chambers is the lake for you.

Whether you are seeking a lot to construct your own home or desire to purchase an existing home – whether you are looking

for a weekend getaway or a place to live full time – you will find that the Richland Chambers Lake area is a wonderful place to relax, enjoy a bevy of lake and cultural activities, watch some spectacular sunsets, enjoy some fine lakeside dining, and interact with some of the friendliest people in Texas.

This area is steeped in history and we have no doubt that you will find plenty of things to see and do.

We hope you will enjoy the latest edition of The Navigator and find the information useful as you plan your calendars for the coming year.

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Mon-Sat 9:30am–4:30pm – Railroad Heritage Center 810 W Oak St. 903.586.7141

April

All Month Fairy Garden Walks in Davey Dogwood Park. VisitPalestine.com 903.723.3014 1–24 Piney Woods Roundtrip Train Excursions by Texas State Railroad, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays departing the Palestine Depot at 12pm. Dining Class Available. 789 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net to check schedule.

17 Texas B.A.S.S. Nation South East Region Tournament at Palestine Resort & Marina on Lake Palestine. TexasBassOnline.com 23–25 1836 Chuckwagon Race at the Diamond B Ranch. This race takes place every year during the celebration of Texas’s independence. 1836ChuckWagonRace.com/schedule-of-events/ 29 11am – Maydelle Turntable Runs on the Texas State Railroad. 780 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net

May

All Month Fairy Garden Walks in Davey Dogwood Park. VisitPalestine.com 903.723.3014 1 – 21 Piney Woods Roundtrip Train Excursions by Texas State Railroad, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays departing the Palestine Depot at 12pm. Dining Class Available. 789 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net to check schedule.

1 5am–3pm – MediaBass East Texas Division Team Tournament at The Villages on Lake Palestine: Contact Tommy Morton @ 469.644.3123 Tommy@ MediaBass.com or visit MediaBass.com.

6 11am – Maydelle Turntable Runs on the Texas State Railroad. 780 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net 13 11am – Maydelle Turntable Runs on the Texas State Rairoad. 780 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net 22 FOM TX NT – North CentralTeam Fishing Tournament on Lake Palestine at The Villages. fomntt.com 22–23 11am – Celebration of Steam at the Official Railroad of Texas. The property will be open to guest at 8am

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with vintage steam engines on display; the train will depart the Palestine Depot at 11am. 855.632.7729 or TexasStateRailroad.net 22–29 Piney Woods Roundtrip Train Excursions by Texas State Railroad, departing the Palestine Depot at 12pm.

Dining Class Available. 789 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net to check schedule.

23 1pm–3:30pm – Memorial Day Brunch Train Ride. Departs from the Palestine Depot. 855.632.7729 or TexasStateRailroad.net

June

All Month Piney Woods Roundtrip Train Excursions by Texas State Railroad, Most Tuesdays through Saturdays, departing the Palestine Depot at 12pm. Dining Class Available. 789 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net to check schedule.

1–15 Fairy Garden Walks in Davey Dogwood Park. VisitPalestine.com 903.723.3014 4 Romance on the Rails with “Pints in the Pines” beer tasting. Adults only. Departs Palestine Depot. Mouthwatering Barbecue dinner served at Rusk Depot before return trip to Palestine.

Texas State Railroad.net 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net 5 5am–3pm – MediaBass East Texas Division Team Tournament at The Villages on Lake Palestine: Contact Tommy Morton @ 469.644.3123 Tommy@ MediaBass.com or visit MediaBass.com 18 Romance on the Rails with “Pints in the Pines” beer tasting. Adults only. Departs Palestine Depot. Mouthwatering Barbecue dinner served at Rusk Depot before return trip to Palestine. Texas State Railroad. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net 20 7pm-9:30pm Dogwood Jamboree presents “Legends in Country Music” Branson-style Country Music Show filled with family fun, laughter and great classic country music from some of the best artists anywhere. Our comedians always provide great comic relief. Visit DogwoodJamboree.com or call 903.723.6291 for more info. Palestine High School Auditorium; Hwy 287 South and Loop 256 in Palestine. Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 7pm. Call 903.729.6070 or 903.726.2556 for special hotel rates.

20 Father’s Day Train – For a pleasurable day filled with nostalgia and memory-making. Dad will be enamored on Sunday, June 20 as he waves to family

and friends from inside the cab of a historic locomotive on a Ride-Along. Don’t wait too long, because there’s only one locomotive per day! 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net

July

All Month Piney Woods Roundtrip Train Excursions by Texas State Railroad, Most Tuesdays through Saturdays, departing the Palestine Depot at 12pm. Dining Class Available. 789 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net to check schedule.

1 – 31 Lake Creek Blueberry Farm picking season begins Thursday, July 1st at 7am. Open 7 days a week. Parties of 10 or more may make reservations for times outside the normal business hours.

Must be 10 or more in the party.

2–4 11am–3pm – 1st day of the July th 4 week, Celebrating American Independence with the Texas State Railroad. 789 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net 3 The City of Palestine Presents a Fireworks Show. Show begins at dark.

Tune into 98.3 KYYK to hear accompanying music. Fully funded by sponsors.

9 6pm – Romance on the Rails with “Pints in the Pines” beer tasting.

Adults only. Departs Palestine Depot.

Mouthwatering Barbecue Dinner served at Rusk Depot before return trip to Palestine. Texas State Railroad; 789 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net 10 or 11 East Texas Bass Association Open Tournament. ETBass.net 23 6pm – Romance on the Rails with “Wines in the Pines” Texas wine tasting. Adults ony. Departs Palestine Depot.

Mouthwatering Barbecue Dinner served at Rusk Depot before return trip to Palestine. Texas State Railroad; 789 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net 23–24 7:30pm – The Little Mermaid at the Historic Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford in Palestine. TheTexasTheatre. com 25 2pm – “The Little Mermaid” Tale at the Historic Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford in Palestine. TheTexasTheatre. com 30–31 7:30pm – The Little Mermaid at the Historic Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford in Palestine. TheTexasTheatre. com

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the Historic Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford in Palestine. TheTexasTheatre.com 3–14 11am–3pm – Piney Woods Roundtrip Train Excursions by Texas State Railroad, Most Tuesdays through Saturdays, departing the Palestine Depot at 12pm. Dining Class Available. 789 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine, 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net to check schedule.

7 Neches Wilderness Canoe Race. Canoeists and Kayakers, young and old, expert and beginner, are expected out in large numbers. “The Toughest Little Race in Texas” covers 22 miles of the scenic, largely uninhabited Neches River. Contact Kayne Parrish at 903.571.4221. All ages and levels of experience welcome.

7 7pm–9:30pm – Dogwood Jamboree “If That Ain’t Country” at the Palestine High School Auditorium, Hwy 287 South and Loop 256 in Pales-

tine. Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 7pm. DogwoodJamboree.com or call 903.723.6291 for more information.

10–14 11am–3pm – Piney Woods Roundtrip Train Excursions by Texas State Railroad, Most Tuesdays through Saturdays, departing the Palestine Depot at 12pm. Dining Class Available. 789 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net to check schedule.

20–21 11am–3pm – Piney Woods Roundtrip Train Excursions by Texas State Railroad, departing the Palestine Depot at 12pm. Dining Class Available. 789 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net to check schedule.

27–28 11am–3pm – Piney Woods Roundtrip Train Excursions by Texas State Railroad, Most Tuesdays through Saturdays, departing the Palestine Depot at 12pm. Dining Class Available. 789

Park Rd. 70 in Palestine. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net to check schedule.

September

All Month 11am–3pm – Piney Woods Roundup Train Excursions by Texas State Railroad on Fridays & Saturdays, departing the Palestine Depot at 11 a.m. Dining Class Available. 789 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net 10 6pm – Romance on the Rails with “Wines in the Pines” Texas wine tasting. Adults ony. Departs Palestine Depot.

Mouthwatering Barbecue Dinner served at Rusk Depot before return trip to Palestine. Texas State Railroad. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net

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October

11am–3pm – Piney

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Area longhorns enjoying a sunny day.

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Woods Roundup Train Excursions by Texas State Railroad on Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, departing the Palestine Depot at 11 a.m. Dining Class Available. 789 Park Rd. 70 in Palestine. 855.632.7729 or visit TexasStateRailroad.net Select Wednesday runs available.

8–9 7:30pm – “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” at the Historic Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford in Palestine. TheTexasTheater.com 10 2pm – “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” at the Historic Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford in Palestine. TheTexasTheater.com 15–16 7:30pm – “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” at the Historic Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford in Palestine. TheTexasTheater.com 17 2pm – “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” at the Historic Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford in Palestine. TheTexasTheater.com

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22–23 Fright Night – Palestine Firefighters Association and Friends present the 12th Annual FRIGHT NIGHT Haunted House. Open Friday & Saturday nights.

Come and check out what all the talk is about.

23 10am–4pm – Annual Hot Pepper Festival & Parade in Palestine.

903.723.3014 or VisitPalestine.com/HotPepperFestival 23 7pm-9:30pm Dogwood Jamboree presents “That’s What I Call Country” at the Palestine High School Auditorium; Hwy 19 South and Loop 256 in Palestine. Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 7pm. DogwoodJamboree.com 903.729.7080 29–31 Fright Night – Palestine Firefighters Association and Friends present the 12th Annual FRIGHT NIGHT Haunted House. Open Friday & Saturday nights.

Come and check out what all the talk is about.

30 WIGGY THUMP FESTIVAL 2021 AT THE Anderson County Youth Livestock Pavilion, 750 US-287 near Palestine. 903.723.314 VisitPalestine.com

November

Various On select dates you can ride the Polar Express. See TexasStateRailroad.net/train-schedule/ or call 855.632.7729 Various Noon–6pm – The Grinch’s Lair in Palestine is a fun, festive experience.

You’ll be greeted by our Who’s Who of Whoville before being sent up into the lair. There you’ll get a tour with Mr. Grinch through his Texas Jail House Lair. You never know what ridiculousness he’ll be up to! TexasJailhouse.com or 903.480.0212 Fri.–Sun.

December

3–26 On select dates you can ride the Polar Express. See TexasStateRailroad.net/train-schedule/ or call 855.632.7729 Various Noon–6pm – The Grinch’s Lair in Palestine is a fun, festive experience.

You’ll be greeted by our Who’s Who of Whoville before being sent up into the lair. There you’ll get a tour with Mr. Grinch through his Texas Jail House Lair. You never know what ridiculousness he’ll be up to! TexasJailhouse.com or 903.480.0212 Fri.–Sun.

4 4pm–7pm – Hearth & Tinsel Holiday Home Tour. Enjoy touring some of the historical homes in Palestine decked out for Christmas. For tickets and information, call 903.729.6066 or VisitPalestine.com/Christmas 4 7pm–9pm – Christmas Parade of Lights in Palestine. Lighted floats and bands march through the streets to get you in the spirit of the Season. Watch as the historic Anderson County Courthouse comes alive with lights at Palestine’s most beloved event. Visit with after the parade.

4 7pm–9:30pm – Dogwood Jamboree presents “Just In Time For Christmas” in the Palestine High School Auditorium at Hwy 19 and Loop 256 in Palestine. DogwoodJamboree.com 903.729.7080 10–11 7:30pm – “Elf, The Musical” at the Historic Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford in Palestine. TheTexasTheater.com 11 or 12 East Texas Bass Association Open Tournament. ETBass.net 11 4pm–8pm – 8th Annual Palestine Main Street Wine Swirl. Walk, Shop & Sip your way through Historic Downtown Palestine as you enjoy culinary delights perfectly paired with fine wines from Texas wineries. VIP reception from 7pm to

10pm. 903.723.3014 VisitPalestine.com/ WineSwirl 11 7pm–9pm – Dogwood Jamboree presents “Just in Time for Christmas” in the Palestine High School Auditorium at Hwy 287 and Loop 256 in Palestine.

DogwoodJamboree.com 903.723.6291 12 2pm – “Elf, The Musical” at the Historic Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford in Palestine. TheTexasTheater.com 17–18 7:30pm – “Elf, The Musical” at the Historic Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford in Palestine. TheTexasTheater.com 29 2pm – “Elf, The Musical” at the Historic Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford in Palestine. TheTexasTheater.com

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Nightly Movies at Galaxy Drive-in Theatre GalaxyDriveInTheatre.com Weekly Races at Big O Speedway BigOSpeedway.com Weekly Races at Texas Motorplex TexasMotorplex.com Monthly Public Antique Auction at the Ennis Auction House Landmark-Auction. com Apr.–Oct. 8am–Noon – Bluebonnet Market, Saturdays at 100 N. Dallas St. in downtown Ennis.

April

All Month Ennis Bluebonnet Trails - Come drive the over 40 miles of Ennis Bluebonnet Trails, sponsored by the Ennis Garden Club. For more information and visit BlueBonnetTrail.org 16–17 7:30pm – “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 16–17 10am–9pm – Ennis Bluebonnet Trails Festival BluebonnetTrail.org 16–17 10am–9pm – Enjoy Arts & Crafts, Tasty Food, and Kid’s Activities on the streets of Downtown Ennis.

Vendor Fees for food and activities vary.

BluebonnetTrail.org 17 10, 12, 2 & 4pm – Wildflower Walks at Ennis Bluebonnet Trails Festival.

BluebonnetTrail.org 17 Journey, a Journey Tribute Band, to headline at Ennis Bluebonnet Trails Festival. BluebonnetTrail.org 18 10am–6pm – Ennis Bluebonnet Trails Festival BluebonnetTrail.org 18 10am–6pm – Enjoy Arts & Crafts, Tasty Food, and Kid’s Activities on the streets of Downtown Ennis.

Vendor Fees for food and activities vary.

BluebonnetTrail.org 18 Spazmatics – High-Energy, High-Hilarity, High-Fiving your friends all

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Pelicans were caught a bit off guard with the unusual winter storm in the area in January and February. night long with the ultimate 80s tribute band at Ennis Bluebonnet Trails Festival.

BluebonnetTrail.org 18 10am–4pm – 6th Annual Bluebonnet Gospel Concert at Historic Bristol Schoolhouse at corner of Church St. and Union in Ennis, TX. 972.878.4748 VisitEnnis.org 18 1 & 3pm – Wildflower Walks at Ennis Bluebonnet Trails Festival.

BluebonnetTrail.org 19 The Big Showdown N 2.

TexasMotorplex.com 22–24 UBBI DUBBI. TexasMotorplex.

com 22–24 7:30pm – “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 23–24 7:30pm – “Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Priory School” at Theatre Rocks. 972.878.5126 or TheatreRocks.com 24 4pm–12am – Ennis Relay For Life at Ennis Veterans Memorial Park, 2301 Ennis Pkwy.

29–30 ADRL Dragpalooza.

TexasMotorplex.com 30 7:30pm – “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 30 7:30pm – “Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Priory School” at Theatre Rocks. 972.878.5126 or TheatreRocks.com

May

1 ADRL Dragpalooza.

TexasMotorplex.com 1 7:30pm – “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 1 7:30pm – “Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Priory School” at Theatre Rocks. 972.878.5126 or TheatreRocks.com 2 2:30pm – “Guess Who’s

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Coming to Dinner” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 2 2:30pm – “Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Priory School” at Theatre Rocks. 972.878.5126 or TheatreRocks.com 6 5pm–8pm – Come enjoy an evening of shopping, sipping and strolling in historic downtown Ennis. Merchants will provide an array of fun sips and bites and will be offering special sales.

7 7:30pm – “Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Priory School” at Theatre Rocks. 972.878.5126 or TheatreRocks.com 8 2:30pm – “Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Priory School” at Theatre Rocks. 972.878.5126 or TheatreRocks.com 8 7:30pm – “Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Priory School” at Theatre Rocks. 972.878.5126 or TheatreRocks.com 12–15 Lonestar Nationals Double Divisional Featuring Alcohol.

TexasMotorplex.com 21 Test & Tune Night (open to public). TexasMotorplex.com 22 DFW Truck Show.

TexasMotorplex.com 23 TMCCC. TexasMotorplex.com 28–30 54th Annual National Polka

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Festival in downtown Ennis. See NationalPolkaFestival.com 28–30 Enjoy 3 Days of delicious food and polka dancing, with 14 sensational LIVE polka bands performing at the KJT #35 Hall, SPJST Lodge #25, and Sokol Hall in downtown Ennis. 2021 bands TBA. See NationalPolkaFestival.com 28–30 TBD. TexasMotorplex.com 29 7am–9:30am – 22nd Annual Polkafest 5K, 10K and 1 mile Fun Run hosted by Rotary Club of Ennis.

PolkaFestRun.com 10K starts at 7 am, 1-mile Fun Run starts at 7 :10 am, 5K starts at 7:30 am.

29 9am–5pm – Arts & Crafts and Food, & Pivo (Beer) Pavilion, Downtown Ennis.

29 10am – Polka Festival Parade in downtown Ennis. 972.878.2625 29 1pm – Kolache Eating Contest, Downtown Stage.

29 12:30pm–7pm – Street Dance at the Pivo Pavilion, Downtown Ennis.

29 8:30pm – National Polka Festival King & Queen Dance Contest at Sokol Hall in Ennis. NationalPolkaFestival. com/KingQueen.html 972.878.4748 29 8:30pm – National Polka Festival Polka Princess Contest for contestants between ages 6 and 10 at Sokol Hall in Ennis. NationalPolkaFestival. com/KingQueen.html 972.878.4748 30 12pm–4pm – Street Dance at the Pivo Pavilion, Downtown Ennis.

30 11am–4pm – Arts & Crafts and Food, & Pivo (Beer) Pavilion, Downtown Ennis.

June

3 5pm–8pm – Come enjoy an evening of shopping, sipping and strolling in historic downtown Ennis. Merchants will provide an array of fun sips and bites and will be offering special sales.

4–5 Redemption. TexasMotorplex. com 4–5 7:30pm – “Walking Across Egypt” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre. com\ 6 Race Wars USA. TexasMotorplex.com 10–12 7:30pm – “Walking Across Egypt” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 11–12 7:30pm – National Playright Competition (Winner) at Theatre Rocks.

972.878.5126 or TheatreRocks.com 12 3pm–11pm – “Blues on Main” in Historic Downtown Ennis. Live music ‑ Jazz, Blues plus Activities and Vendors.

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TexasMotorplex.com 18–19 7:30pm – “Walking Across Egypt” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 18–19 7:30pm – National Playright Competition (Winner) at Theatre Rocks.

972.878.5126 or TheatreRocks.com 18–19 Street Car Super Nationals Dallas. TexasMotorplex.com 20 2:30pm – “Walking Across Egypt” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 25–26 7:30pm – National Playright Competition (Winner) at Theatre Rocks.

972.878.5126 or TheatreRocks.com 26 Ennis Downtown Freedom Fest 101 North Main Street West VisitEnnis.org/EnnisFreedomFest.htm 26 Texas Whip Fest.

TexasMotorplex.com 26 9:30pm – City of Ennis Fireworks Display at Veterans Memorial Park. VisitEnnis.org/EnnisFreedomFest. htm 27 2:30pm – National Playright Competition (Winner) at Theatre Rocks.

972.878.5126 or TheatreRocks.com 10–12 7:30pm – “Walking Across Egypt” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com

3 5:30–7:30pm – National Night Out Block Party at 301 W Crockett St. in Ennis. Hosted by Keep Ennis Beautiful and the Ennis Police Department.

VisitEnnis.org 5 5pm–8pm – Come enjoy an evening of shopping, sipping and strolling in historic downtown Ennis. Merchants will provide an array of fun sips and bites and will be offering special sales.

7 Animal House Productions Big Room Shootout. TexasMotorplex.com 13–14 Texas Truck Jams.

TexasMotorplex.com 20–21 7:30pm – “The Red Velvet Cake War” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 21 Hot Summer Nights.

TexasMotorplex.com 26–28 7:30pm – “The Red Velvet Cake War” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 28 Summer Truck Invasion.

TexasMotorplex.com 28 Hot Summer Nights.

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September

2 5pm–8pm – Come enjoy an evening of shopping, sipping and strolling

in historic downtown Ennis. Merchants will provide an array of fun sips and bites and will be offering special sales.

3–5 Labor Day 20K Bracket Race.

TexasMotorplex.com 3–4 7:30pm – “The Red Velvet Cake War” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 5 2:30pm – “The Red Velvet Cake War” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 9–11 ADRL US Drags.

TexasMotorplex.com 11 5pm–11pm – Annual Chamber of Commerce Auction. 972.878.2625 Ennis-Chamber.com 16–18 NHRA Bracket Finals.

TexasMotorplex.com 23 6pm–7pm – Taste of Ennis, a “Taste-a-Bite” event. Knights of Columbus Hall 972.875.0218 24–25 Hood To Hood Picnic.

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October

1–31 Hay Maze & Pumpkin Patch – FREE! North Plaza Parking 302 N. Dallas St. in Ennis 2 Night Lights. TexasMotorplex. com

July

1 5pm–8pm – Come enjoy an evening of shopping, sipping and strolling in historic downtown Ennis. Merchants will provide an array of fun sips and bites and will be offering special sales.

9–10 No Prep Kings.

TexasMotorplex.com 15–17 7:30pm –“Disney’s Frozen JR” at Ennis Public Theater. 972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 17 Hot Summer Nights.

TexasMotorplex.com 18 2:30pm –“Disney’s Frozen JR” at Ennis Public Theater. 972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 23–24 Rumble in the Jungle.

TexasMotorplex.com 22–24 7:30pm –“Disney’s Frozen JR” at Ennis Public Theater. 972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 23–24 10am–4pm – Ellis County Quilters Guild Show at the Sokol, 2622 Hwy 34 in Ennis. EllisCountyQuilters.com 25 2:30pm –“Disney’s Frozen JR” at Ennis Public Theater. 972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 31 Hot Summer Nights.

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6–10 AAA Texas NHRA Fall Nationals. TexasMotorplex.com 7 5pm–8pm – Come enjoy an evening of shopping, sipping and strolling in historic downtown Ennis. Merchants will provide an array of fun sips and bites and will be offering special sales.

9 Annual Lion Pride Fall Sweep.

KeepEnnisBeautiful.com 8–9 7:30pm – “The Sound of Music” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 14–16 7:30pm – “The Sound of Music” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 16 Burnouts for Blake.

TexasMotorplex.com 30 Season Finale of the Ennis Farmers Market in Historic Downtown Ennis.

22–23 7:30pm – “The Sound of Music” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 24 2:30pm – “The Sound of Music” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 29–30 Redemption Goes Rogue.

TexasMotorplex.com 30 9am–3pm – 19th Annual Autumn Days of Ennis Fall Festival,

Downtown Ennis. Minnie McDowell Park; 119 N Dallas St. VisitEnnis.org

November

4 5pm–8pm – Come enjoy an evening of shopping, sipping and strolling in historic downtown Ennis. Merchants will provide an array of fun sips and bites and will be offering special sales.

7 Redemption Goes Rogue.

TexasMotorplex.com 13 Street Car Takeover.

TexasMotorplex.com 20 Convoy Showdown.

TexasMotorplex.com 22 Race Wars. TexasMotorplex. com 27 Small Business Saturday, Downtown Ennis.

December

1–31 Lights of Ennis spectacular light display in Downtown Ennis.

972.878.4748 2 5pm–8pm – Come enjoy an evening of shopping, sipping and strolling in historic downtown Ennis. Merchants will provide an array of fun sips and bites and will be offering special sales.

2 7pm – Lights of Ennis Parade of Lights and Block Party in Historic Downtown Ennis.

3–4 7:30pm – “Beasley’s Christmas Party” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 4 10am–4pm – Lucky’s Car Club Car Show & Toy Drive in Historic Downtown Ennis. Bring an unwrapped gift and come downtown to enjoy cool cars, food, and live music. VisitEnnis.org 4 T&E Promotions Winter Warmup. TexasMotorplex.com 5 2:30pm – “Beasley’s Christmas Party” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 9–11 7:30pm – “Beasley’s Christmas Party” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 12 2:30pm – “Beasley’s Christmas Party” at Ennis Public Theater.

972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheatre.com 12 Our Lady of Guadalupe Procession and Celebration. Dancing in elaborate costume begins at 5:00pm and the candlelight procession leaves for St. John Nepomucene Church at 5:30pm.

Minnie McDowell Park; 19 N Dallas St. in Ennis,VisitEnnis.org

Live Theatre year round at Ennis Public Theatre. 972.878.7529 or EnnisPublicTheater.com and at Theatre Rocks at 972.878.5126 or TheatreRocks. com. Go directly to the websites for current shows.

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2nd Monday each month: 6:30pm – Southern Oaks VFD Business Meeting.120 Southern Oaks Dr., Streetman.

4th Wednesday each month: 1pm - Loving Arms, a support group for caregivers, families and friends of persons with dementia, held at Lakeside Methodist, 515 FM 416 in Streetman. Call 903.915.4754 for info.

4th Monday each month: 6:30pm – Training meeting at Southern Oaks VFD. 120 Southern Oaks Dr., Streetman.

4th Wednesday each month: 1:30pm– 3pm – Life After Loss, a Grief support group for caregivers, families and friends of persons with dementia, held at Lakeside Methodist, 515 FM 416 in Streetman. Call 903.915.4754 for info.

2nd Thursday each month: 7:00pm – Freestone County Firefighters Assoc. meeting in Fairfield.

3rd Tuesday each month: 7:30pm – Navarro County Firefighters Assoc. meeting in Corsicana.

April

16 8am–6pm – Drop-Off Day for donations for Community Care Club’s Super-Sized Garage Sale. Southern Oaks Fire Station, 120 Southern Oaks Drive, 12 miles east of Streetman, just north of the Shell Station. 93.389.7586 16–18 8am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Flea Market at Moody Reunion Fairgrounds in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 17 8am–1pm – Community Care Club Super-Sized Garage Sale held at Southern Oaks Fire Station, 120 Southern Oaks Drive, 12 miles east of Streetman, just north of the Shell Station.

903.389.7586 17 8:30am–10:30am – Fairfield Free Recycling, Fairfield High School Bus Loop, Post Oak St. 903.389.4177 17 9am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Downtown Market in the Courthouse Square in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 17 Spring City Wide Garage Sale in Fairfield. Contact 903.389.5792 for more info.

17 Huber Memorial Tournament (public fundraiser) at TriCounty Golf Club at the Vineyard in Teague.

Contact Keri Jensen at Kerij1028@gmail. com or Timmy Campbell at 903.922.5932 or DamonAllenMemorial@gmail.com 22 11am–1pm – Freestone Cancer Support Group’s Spring Lunch Fundraiser at the Twisted Vines Event Center. BBQ Sandwich, Sauce, Chips & Peach Cobbler from Sam’s Restaurant.

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390-4512. Call 903.388.2432 for Teague.

24 Faith Academy fundraising tournament at Tri-County Golf Club at the Vineyard in Teague.

Call 254.739.5600 for info or view their webpage at TriCountyGolfClub.com

May

TBA 5:30pm – Wortham VFD Annual BBQ & Cake Auction; 105 S. 2nd Street, Wortham (downtown in front of the fire station).

1 Lemonade Day in Fairfield, TX. FairfieldTexasChamber.com 903.389.5792 1 3pm – Spring Fling, an event for kids and their families. Includes indoor/ outdoor games and prizes at Lakeside United Methodist Church, 515 FM 416 (about 11 miles east of Streetman on FM 416 and just north of the Shell station).

1 6:30pm – TSAC’s Boot Scootin’ Bash with Bobby Flores & The Yellow Rose Band at Twisted Vines.

Door open at 6:30pm; band starts at 7:30pm. 198 VFW Lane in Fairfield. Visit TrinityStarArtsCountil.org for ticket info.

1–2 Spring Fling – 2 person scramble (public) at Tri-County Golf Club at the Vineyard in Teague. Call 254.739.5600 for info or view their webpage at TriCountyGolfClub.com 8 Teague Homecoming at TriCounty Golf Club at the Vineyard in Teague. Call 254.739.5600 for info or view their webpage at TriCountyGolfClub. com 10 10am – Community Care Club Meeting, attend as a guest. Membership open to all southside RC Lake women.

Southern Oaks Fire Station, 120 Southern Oaks Drive, 12 miles east of Streetman, just north of Shell Station. 903.389.7586 14–16 8am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Flea Market at Moody Reunion Fairgrounds in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 14 Tri-County Night Scramble (public) at Tri-County Golf Club at the Vineyard in Teague. Call 254.739.5600 for info or view their webpage at TriCountyGolfClub.com 15 8 : 3 0 a m – 1 0 : 3 0 a m – Fairfield Free Recycling, Fairfield High School Bus Loop, Post Oak St. 903.389.4177 15 9am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Downtown Market in the Courthouse Square in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 22 4th Annual Trooper Damon Allen Memorial Golf Tournament (public fundraiser) at Tri-County Golf Club at the Vineyard in Teague. Call 254.739.5600 for info or view their webpage at TriCountyGolfClub.com

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2 One Person Scramble 1 (public) at Tri-County Golf Club at the Vineyard in Teague. Call 254.739.5600 for info or view their webpage at TriCountyGolfClub. com 12 8:30am – FM 416 Trash Pickup Day. Meet at Shell Station on FM 416; refreshments for workers after cleanup. 903.389.7586 12 Buckle & Boots in Fairfield, TX. FairfieldTexasChamber.com or call 903.389.5792 14 7pm – Freestone County Fair Parade in Fairfield.

14 6pm – Community Care Club Ice Cream Social for all residents of and visitors to the south side of Richland Chambers Lake. Free ice cream, cookies and fellowship. Southern Oaks Fire Station, 120 Southern Oaks Drive, 12 miles east of Streetman, just north of the Shell Station. 903.389.7586 14–19 Freestone County Fair & Rodeo in Fairfield.

FreestoneCountyFairandRodeo.com/ 16 Tea with Miss Texas in Fairfield, TX. FairfieldTexasChamber.com or call 903.389.5792 18–20 8am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Flea Market at Moody Reunion Fairgrounds in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 19 8 : 3 0 a m – 1 0 : 3 0 a m – Fairfield Free Recycling, Fairfield High School Bus Loop, Post Oak St. 903.389.4177 19 9am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Downtown Market in the Courthouse Square in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 26 Cowboy Church Christian Bass Club Fishing North Texas Tournament Trail on Fairfield Lake.

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July

TBA Sixth Annual RE/MAX Charity Poker Run on Richland Chambers

Lake. Date subject to change. Call Julie Teel at 903.654.3970 or John Teel at 903.641.3359 for current details.

TBA Shannon Wiggins (public) at Tri-County Golf Club at the Vineyard in Teague. Call 254.739.5600 for info or view their webpage at TriCountyGolfClub. com 3 9am – Wortham Chamber of Commerce 4th of July Parade; Downtown Wortham, TX 4 2pm–10pm – “Unite Celebrate” at the Oil City Park on Farm Road 27 (just east of town). Live Music Guest Speaker, Fireworks, Games/Tournaments.

4 Dusk – Fireworks at the Moody Reunion Fairgrounds in Fairfield, TX. FairfieldTexasChamber.com or call 903.389.5792 16–18 8am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Flea Market at Moody Reunion Fairgrounds in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 17 8:30am–10:30am – Fairfield Free Recycling, Fairfield High School Bus Loop, Post Oak St. 903.389.4177 17 9am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Downtown Market in the Courthouse Square in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 18 Richland Chambers Bass Club Tournament on Lake Fairfield. Shotgun start safe light to 3 pm.

18–19 Steve Beaird’s “The Dog Fight Golf Tournament” (invitational only) at Tri-County Golf Club at the Vineyard in Teague. Call 254.739.5600 for info or view their webpage at TriCountyGolfClub. com 31 Teague QB Club (private) at Tri-County Golf Club at the Vineyard in Teague. Call 254.739.5600 for info or view their webpage at TriCountyGolfClub. com

August

9 10am – Community Care Club Meeting, attend as a guest. Membership open to all southside RC Lake women.

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903.389.7586 14–15 Tri-County Armadillo Open – 2 Person 18-hole scramble at Tri-County Golf Club at the Vineyard in Teague.

Call 254.739.5600 for info or view their webpage at TriCountyGolfClub.com 20–22 8am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Flea Market at Moody Reunion Fairgrounds in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 21 8:30am–10:30am – Fairfield Free Recycling, Fairfield High School Bus Loop, Post Oak St. 903.389.4177 21 9am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Downtown Market in the Courthouse Square in Fairfield. 903.391.0258

September

TBA 6pm – Annual Wortham Blues Festival in Wortham. Gates open at 3pm – music starts at 6pm. Admission $10 Adults (ages 13 & up), $5 Kids (Ages 6 to 12), Kids 5 and under are free.

254.765.3319 4 6th Annual Joe Max Wilson Labor Day Weekend 4-person Scramble/ Fun Day (open) at Tri-County Golf Club at the Vineyard in Teague. Call 254.739.5600 for info or view their webpage at TriCountyGolfClub.com 11 8am–3pm – 23rd Annual Fairfield Show of Wheels in the Downtown Courthouse Square at 900 W. Commerce in Fairfield; FairfieldTexasChamber.com or call 903.389.5792 11 Fairfield City Wide Garage Sale. FairfieldTexasChamber.com or call 903.389.5792 11–12 Tri-County Stone Cup golf tournament at Tri-County Golf Club at the Vineyard in Teague. Call 254.739.5600 for info or view their webpage at TriCountyGolfClub.com 13 10am – Community Care Club Meeting, attend as a guest. Membership open to all southside RC Lake women.

Southern Oaks Fire Station, 120 Southern Oaks Drive, 12 miles east of Streetman, just north of the Shell Station.

903.389.7586 17–19 8am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Flea Market at Moody Reunion Fairgrounds in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 18 8:30am–10:30am – Fairfield Free Recycling, Fairfield High School Bus Loop, Post Oak St. 903.389.4177 18 9am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Downtown Market in the Courthouse Square in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 25 Jason Ward Tournament (open) at Tri-County Golf Club at the

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Vineyard in Teague. Call 254.739.5600 for info or view their webpage at TriCountyGolfClub.com 25 9am–11am – Santa in September will include breakfast, Santa and fun games for kids. Fairfield Convention Center at W. L. Moody Reunion Fairgrounds in Fairfield.

FairfieldTexasChamber.com or call 903.389.5792 25 5pm (Tentative) – Southern Oaks VFD Community Fish Fry for all residents. Southern Oaks Fire Station, 120 Southern Oaks Drive, 12 miles east of Streetman, just north of the Shell Station. Call 903.389.7586 for details.

October

TBA 6pm – Freestone Cancer Support Group Fall Style in Fairfield at 6pm, dinner served at 6:30pm. Cost is $15/pp. Tickets available at Kennedy’s Korner and Armadillo Emporium.

TBA The Wortham Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to decorate pumpkins and bring them downtown. For more information, call Wortham City Hall at 254.765.3319 2 5pm (Rain Date if event does not take place on Sep. 25) – Southern Oaks VFD Community Fish Fry for all residents. Southern Oaks Fire Station, 120 Southern Oaks Drive, 12 miles east of Streetman, just north of the Shell Station. Call 903.389.7586 for details.

11 10am – Community Care Club Meeting, attend as a guest. Membership open to all southside RC Lake women.

Southern Oaks Fire Station, 120 Southern Oaks Drive, 12 miles east of Streetman, just north of the Shell Station.

903.389.7586 15–17 8am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Flea Market at Moody Reunion Fairgrounds in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 16 8:30am–10:30am – Fairfield Free Recycling, Fairfield High School Bus Loop, Post Oak St. 903.389.4177 16 9am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Downtown Market in the Courthouse Square in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 19 Howls & Meows Pet Costume Contest in Fairfield, TX. FairfieldTexasChamber.com or call 903.389.5792 27 Boo on the Square in Fairfield, Texas. FairfieldTexasChamber.com or call 903.389.5792

November

TBA Veterans Day Celebration at the Freestone County Historical Museum.

Sponsored by the Fairfield Chamber of

Commerce. FairfieldTexasChamber.com or call 903.389.5792 8 10am – Community Care Club Meeting, attend as a guest. Membership open to all southside RC Lake women.

Southern Oaks Fire Station, 120 Southern Oaks Drive, 12 miles east of Streetman, just north of the Shell Station.

903.389.7586 19–21 8am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Flea Market at Moody Reunion Fairgrounds in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 20 8:30am–10:30am – Fairfield Free Recycling, Fairfield High School Bus Loop, Post Oak St. 903.389.4177 20 9am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Downtown Market in the Courthouse Square in Fairfield. 903.391.0258

December

TBA 6pm – Santa comes to Wortham, Texas. Wortham Chamber of Commerce invites to visit with Santa and enjoy chili, cookies and hot chocolate at the Wortham VFD. Donations appreciate for chili supper. For more information, call Wortham City Hall at 254.765.3319 TBA The 4th annual RE/MAX

Christmas Light Boat Parade on Richland Chambers Lake (weather and water level) permitting, the flotilla will appear on the lake some time week of Christmas). Call Julie Teel at 903.654.3970 or John Teel at 903.641.3359 for current details.

TBA 8:30am–10:30am – Fairfield Free Recycling, Fairfield High School Bus Loop, Post Oak St. TBA Christmas in the Park.

FairfieldTexasChamber.com or call 903.389.5792 4 3:30pm–7pm – Christmas Tree Lighting on the Square.

FairfieldTexasChamber.com or call 903.389.5792 17–19 8am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Flea Market at Moody Reunion Fairgrounds in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 18 9am–5pm – Fairfield Fest Downtown Market in the Courthouse Square in Fairfield. 903.391.0258 18 1pm–4pm –Jingle All The Way. FairfieldTexasChamber.com or call 903.389.5792 Dates are subject to change. Please call or check websites before driving long distances.

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17–18 Fire It Up Productions Team Roping at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324 24 Noon–6pm – Cedar Creek Lake Festival at Cedar Creek Brewery.

Live Music, Over 40 Vendors, Kids Activities, Food by Plowboys Café. Free Admission. All proceeds to benefit local non-profits. 336 E. Cedar Creek Parkway, Seven Points, TX. 23–24 First Responders Rodeo at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens.

903.670.3324 30 LSHSRA Finals at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324

May

All Month The Farmer’s Market takes place every Saturday from 9am to 1pm. 212 N Palestine St Athens, TX. 903.286.1026 1 Bass Champs North Region #2 @ Log Cabin on Cedar Creek Lake. www.BassChamps.com 1–2 LSHSRA Finals at Henderson

County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324 8 Pitchford Cattle Show at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens.

903.670.3324 7–8 TVCC Rodeo at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324 15–16 Fire It Up Productions Team Roping at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324 18–23 Mounted Patrol School at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens, TX. 903.670.3324 24 9am–2:30pm – Cedar Creek Veterans Foundation Golf Classic at Pinnacle Golf Club in Mabank.

903.451.5054 or visit CCVeteransFoundation.org 28 Evening “Old Fiddlers Showcase” in the Historic Downtown Courthouse Square in Athens; 100 W. Tyler St., Athens. 903.675.1859 29 9am–12am – 90th Annual Athens Old Fiddlers Reunion/Contest in the Historic Downtown Courthouse Square in Athens; 100 W. Tyler St.,

Athens. 903.675.1859 29–30 Texas Palomino Exhibitors Association at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens, TX. 903.670.3324

June

All Month The Farmer’s Market takes place every Saturday from 9am to 1pm. 212 N Palestine St Athens, TX. 903.286.1026 2 District 5 4H Horse Show at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens, TX. 903.670.3324 5 9am–4pm – National (free) Fishing Day at Texas Fisheries Center in Athens. 903.676.2277 or call Kate Juenger at 903.670.2266 5–6 Fire It Up Productions Team Roping at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324 12 Henderson County Black Rodeo Assn. at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens, TX. 903.670.3324 18–20 World Series Team Roping at Henderson County Regional Fair Park

Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens.

903.670.3324 22–26 USEDC Super Ride Drill Team at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens, TX. 903.670.3324 26 6am–12pm – 3rd Annual Hooked on Veterans White Bass Fishing Tournament at Log Cabin City Park on Cedar Creek Lake. Pre-register on-line at CCVeteransFoundation.org and click on Hooked on Veterans in the events tab.

July

All Month The Farmer’s Market takes place every Saturday from 9am to 1pm. 212 N Palestine St Athens, TX. 903.286.1026 TBD Fireworks at the Fishery at Texas Fisheries Center in Athens. Regular admission until 5pm, then free admission up to the fireworks display. 903.676.2277 2 6pm – Rose City Airfest at the Historical Aviation Memorial Museum at Tyler Pounds Regional Airport.

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October

TBD 6pm–8:30pm – Halloween at the Hatchery 2018 at Texas Fisheries Center in Athens. $1 per person.

903.676.2277 or call Kate Juenger at 903.670.2266 2 Final Saturday for the Farmer’s Market; 9am to 1pm. 212 N Palestine St. Athens, TX. 903.286.1026 8–10 Fire It Up Team Roping and HCHC Clinic at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324 16–17 Texas Palomino Exhibitors Assn. Horse Show at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324 17 Richland Chambers Bass Club Tournament on Cedar Creek Lake Lake. Shotgun start safe light to 3 pm.

23–24 Lone Star High School Rodeo (LSHSRA) at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324

November

What a rare but beautiful sight...Richland Chambers blanketed in snow. 2021 has shown us exaclty what mother nature can do.

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CCVeteransFoundation.org 3 5pm–9pm – CCVF Thunder Over Cedar Creek Airshow & Fireworks on Cedar Creek Lake. 903.451.5054 3–4 Fire It Up Productions Team Roping at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324 6–11 AQHA Summer Jubilee Horse Show at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324 24 9am–2pm – Fly Fishing 101 – Classes include lunch and a years pass to the Athens Freshwater Fisheries Center and the Texas Magazine. Cost is $50, paid in advance. Contact Craig Brooks at 903.670.2222 24–26 Rush Herrington Memorial at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens.

903.670.3324

August

All Month The Farmer’s Market takes place every Saturday from 9am to 1pm. 212 N Palestine St

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Athens, TX. 903.286.1026 7–8 Fire It Up Productions at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens.

903.670.3324 14 5 Alive Bass Club Fishing Tournament at Lake Athens.

5AliveBassClub.com/schedule/ 14–15 Dallas Dressage Club Lemonade Days Dressage Rally at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens.

903.670.3324 20–22 World Series of Team Roping at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens, TX. 903.670.3324 21 9am–2pm – Fly Fishing 101 – Classes include lunch and a years pass to the Athens Freshwater Fisheries Center and the Texas Magazine. Cost is $50, paid in advance. Contact Craig Brooks at 903.670.2222 28–29 Lone Star High School Rodeo (LSHSRA) at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324

September

All Month The Farmer’s Market takes place every Saturday from 9am to 1pm. 212 N Palestine St Athens, TX. 903.286.1026 TBD 9am–4pm – 6th Annual Outdoor Expo & Bluegill Family Fishing Tournament at Texas Fisheries Center in Athens. Learn a variety of outdoor skills and engage in activities such as archery, fishing and kayaking. Regular admission.

903.676.2277 or call Kate Juenger at 903.670.2266 4–5 Fire It Up Productions at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens.

903.670.3324 11–12 Texas Palomino Exhibitors Association Horse Show at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324 18–19 Henderson County Horseman’s Assn. Clinic at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324 25 Lone Star High School Rodeo (LSHSRA) at Henderson County

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6–7 Dallas Dressage Club at Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens.

903.670.3324 13–14 Fire It Up Productions at the Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens.

903.670.3324 20 Kaufman Police Association Longhorn Cattle Show at the Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324 27–28 Fire It Up Productions at the Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens.

903.670.3324

December

4 Lone Star High School Rodeo (LSHSRA) at the Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324 11 Dash for Cash Livestock Show Supporters at the Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens. 903.670.3324 18–19 Dallas Dressage Club Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy. 31 East, Athens.

903.670.3324 Dates are subject to change. Please call or check websites before driving long distances.

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2021 Kerens Calendar of Events

1 City Wide Garage Sale in Kerens. Contact Kerens City Hall at 903.396.2971 for details.

29 9am–3pm – The Red Brick Classic Car Show & Fish Fry Fundraiser on Colket St. in Kerens; 100% of funds go to insurance and maintenance for the Kerens Veterans Memorial. Fish fry at 11 am; Awards at 1:30pm 31 10:45am – Memorial Day Program at Kerens Veterans Memorial with Janie Frickie singing the National

Anthem and entertainment by Byron Haynie and Zanada Schoppert. Guest speakers Will and Mary Thompson.

Check the Facebook page for Kerens Veterans Memorial for more details.

July

4 Dusk – Fireworks in Kerens.

Contact Kerens Area Chamber of Commerce at 903.396.2391 for details.

7 2pm–3pm – “Wacky Wednesday” Summer Reading Program at Kerens Library; 121 S. Colket Avenue.

See KerensLibrary.org or view Kerens Library on Facebook for details.

14 2pm–3pm – “Wacky Wednesday” Summer Reading Program at Kerens Library; 121 S. Colket Avenue.

See KerensLibrary.org or view Kerens Library on Facebook for details.

21 2pm–3pm – “Wacky Wednesday” Summer Reading Program at Kerens Library; 121 S. Colket Avenue.

See KerensLibrary.org or view Kerens Library on Facebook for details.

28 12pm–3pm – “Wacky Wednesday” Summer Reading Program at Kerens Library; 121 S. Colket Avenue.

See KerensLibrary.org or view Kerens Library on Facebook for details.

October

16 7am–9:30am – Pancake Breakfast in KESA Building in Kerens.

16 16th Annual Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival.

View KerensCottonHarvestFestival.com or contact 903.396.2665 for info. All proceeds go to the Kerens Library.

TBD Breakfast with Santa. Check KESA page on Facebook for details.

11 11:00am – Veterans Day Tribute at Kerens Veterans Memorial followed by veterans’ appreciation dinner in the KESA building (sponsored by the Know His Grace Cowboy Church).

Everyone is invited. See Kerens Veterans Memorial on Facebook for details.

December

TBD 6pm – Christmas Parade and Lighting of the Tree in Kerens.

Community Connection and free chili supper. Sponsored by Kerens Area Chamber of Commerce and Kerens Community Development Committee.

Call 903.396.2391 for details.

5 1:30pm – 4th Annual K.E.S.A. Celebration of Tables. Call Barbara Latta @ 903.875.4374. All proceeds go to Kerens ISD Scholarships.

Dates are subject to change. Please call or check websites before driving long distances.

November

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2nd Saturday each month: 10am– 3pm – Second Saturdays in Corsicana; Mimosas at the Market. 903.654.4850 CorsicanaMainStreet.org 3rd Tuesday each month: 7:30pm – Navarro County Fire Fighters Assoc. meeting in Corsicana 4th Thursday of each month: 11am – (once club meetings resume) the Corsicana Newcomers will meet at Kinsloe House. Monthly program/guest speaker. Lunch is $15. Non-members RSVP to Chrystal Canty at 817.658.7541.

Tues.–Fri. at 2pm: Planetarium shows at the Navarro College Cook Center; 3100 W. Collins St. in Corsicana. Call 903.874.1211 for current showings.

Sept. thru Dec. – Special exhibitions and public programs at Pearce Museum are being planned for Fall, 2021.

903.875.7642 PearceMuseum.com TBD – 8:30am–3pm – 22nd Annual CAF AirSho at C. David Campbell Field in Corsicana. Gates open at 8:30 m. View WWII and Vietnam Warbirds on the open ramp. Show Time 12:00 noon. Enjoy an exciting show of Aerobatic Acts, Precision Flying Teams, Sky Divers, Pyrotechnics, Vendors, Food & Drinks, and so much more. Hosted by the Coyote Squadron

unit of the Commemorative Air Force.

Cost $10 per person or $20 per carload.

Veterans and Military personnel and their families are free.

April

All Month The Outdoor Painters Society of America at the Warehouse Gallery, 119 W. 6th Ave., Corsicana. Presented by Navarro Council of the Arts.

Varies WLAC proudly presents “Odd Couple”; 119 W. 6th Ave., Corsicana.

903.872.5421 Due to rescheduling of shows in 2021, it is requested that you call or view TheWLAC.com for performance dates and details.

1–30 Navarro County’s Loughridge Family Civil War Experiences, a special exhibit in the Pearce Civil War featuring letters, photographs and descendant interviews relating to the life experiences of members of Navarro County’s Loughridge family. 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana. 903.875.7642 PearceMuseum.com 16 3pm–7pm – Navarro County Agriculture & Business EXPO at the Navarro County Youth Expo located at

1921 N. 45th Street in Corsicana.

16–17 The Pearce Museum will collaborate with Navarro Council of the Arts to welcome artists to the ’21 Paint Out. Hundreds of articles from the Outdoor Painters Society will setup and paint in downtown Corsicana and at a specified location at Navarro College.The public is invited to come watch the artists work.

17 Quad State Bass Tournament at Oak Cove Marina on Richland Chambers Lake; 10411 US-287, Corsicana. 903.872.0888.

17 4pm–6pm –’21 Paint Show Sale at the Warehouse Living Arts Center, 119 West 6th Ave., Corsicana.

17 6pm (doors open) – Jamie Richards performs at The Corsicana Opry & Event Center, 215 E. 5th Avenue in Corsicana. 903.872-6779 (OPRY).

CorsicanaOpry.com or check their Facebook page for details.

22 7:30pm – The Palace Theatre proudly presents “Winter Dance Party”(may be moved to CHS auditorium). Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info. CorsicanaPalace.com 24 10am–2pm – Paint Stockings for the Troops! The Corsicana Art League

is hosting a day of painting stockings for the troops on at The Warehouse Living Arts Center, 119 West 6th Ave., Corsicana. Come anytime during these hours. All supplies furnished. Stockings designed ready to paint or create your own. Angels of Corsicana Troop Support will fill and mail. Lunch included.

24 11am–3pm – Honoring Our Fallen Car Show and Fundraiser.

Veterans Tribute (2pm), Awards, Music, 50/50, Silent Auction, Downtown Shopping, Food. $20 entry Fee. At the newly remodeled Frank Kent Body Shop & Frank Kent ReAuto located at 2nd and Beaton St. in Corsicana. Sponsored

by Cars of Navarro County and Status Car Club. Call Bob at 214.418.5775 or 903.493.3330 for more info.

24 6pm (doors open) – Peter Sinclair performs at The Corsicana Opry & Event Center, 215 E. 5th Avenue in Corsicana. 903.872-6779 (OPRY).

CorsicanaOpry.com or check their Facebook page for details.

May

All Month The Farmer’s Market takes place every Tuesday and Saturday from 7am to 12pm. Located

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on Business Route 45 between East Collin Street and East Sixth Avenue in Corsicana, TX. 903.641.8878 All Month Navarro County’s Loughridge Family Civil War Experiences, a special exhibit in the Pearce Civil War featuring letters, photographs and descendant interviews relating to the life experiences of members of Navarro County’s Loughridge family. 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana 903.875.7642 PearceMuseum.com All Month Annual Youth Art Show at the Warehouse Gallery, 119 W. 6th Ave., Corsicana. 903.872.5421 Presented by Navarro Council of the Arts.

Varies WLAC proudly presents “Steel Magnolias”; 119 W. 6th Ave., Corsicana.

903.872.5421 Due to rescheduling of shows in 2021, it is requested that you call or view TheWLAC.com for performance dates and details.

1–3 Navarro College Annual Student Art Show, co-sponsored with the Navarro College Fine Arts Department.

The exhibit will feature Navarro College art students’ work from the spring semester. At the Pearce Museum; 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana. 903.875.7642 www.PearceMuseum.com 1 Media Bass Central Texas Division Team Fishing Tournament at Oak Cove Marina on Richland Chambers Lake; 10411 US-287, Corsicana 903.872.0888. Call Gordon Stauffer @ 972.222.2207, Gordon@MediaBass. com or MediaBass.com 1 City Wide Garage Sale in Kerens. Contact Kerens City Hall at 903.396.2971 for details.

8 C.A.S.T. Northeast Region Fishing Tournament @ Oak Cove Marina. www.FishCast.com 8 10am – Help Angels of Corsicana Troop pack for the military, 1020 N. Bus. 45, Corsicana. Call Jean O’Connor at 903.851.2560.

14 9am – Corsicana & Navarro County Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament at the Corsicana Country Club. Call 903.874.4731 or 903.874.2441 for details.

15 10am – Inaugural Texas Veterans Parade in Historic Downtown Corsicana. TexasVeteransParade.com 15 6pm (doors open) – Ira Bradford and Bustin’ Loose Band perform at The Corsicana Opry & Event Center, 215 E. 5th Avenue in Corsicana. 903.8726779 (OPRY). CorsicanaOpry.com or check their Facebook page for details.

16 Richland Chambers Bass Club Tournament on RC Lake. Shotgun

Photo Coutesy of Dave Schultz

Navarro County Courthouse start safe light to 3 pm. Meet at Oak Cove Marina for breakfast at 5:30 am.

20 7:30pm – The Palace Theatre proudly presents “Jim Brinkman”(may be moved to CHS auditorium).

Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info.

CorsicanaPalace.com 22 C.A.S.T. Central Region Fishing Tournament @ Oak Cove Marina. www.FishCast.com 29 Media Bass Central Texas Division Individual Fishing Tournament at Oak Cove Marina on Richland Chambers Lake; 10411 US-287, Corsicana 903.872.0888. Call Gordon Stauffer @ 972.222.2207, Gordon@MediaBass. com or MediaBass.com 29 9am–3pm – The Red Brick Classic Car Show & Fish Fry Fundraiser on Colket St. in Kerens; 100% of funds go to insurance and maintenance for the Kerens Veterans Memorial. Fish fry at 11 am; Awards at 1:30pm.

31 10:45am – Memorial Day Program at Kerens Veterans Memorial with Janie Frickie singing the National Anthem and entertainment by Byron Haynie and Zanada Schoppert. Guest speakers Will and Mary Thompson.

Check the Facebook page for Kerens Veterans Memorial for more details.

June

All Month The Farmer’s Market takes place every Tuesday and

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Saturday from 7am to 12pm. Located on Business Route 45 between East Collin Street and East Sixth Avenue in Corsicana, TX. 903.641.8878 All Month Exhibits by Professional Artists of Central Texas at the Warehouse Gallery; 119 W. 6th Ave. in Corsicana. Presented by Navarro Council of the Arts.

Varies WLAC proudly presents “Charlotte’s Web (Youth Production)”; 119 W. 6th Ave., Corsicana.

903.872.5421 Due to rescheduling of shows in 2021, it is requested that you call or view TheWLAC.com for performance dates and details.

12 Media Bass Central Texas Division Team Fishing Tournament at Oak Cove Marina on Richland Chambers Lake; 10411 US-287, Corsicana 903.872.0888. Call Gordon Stauffer @ 972.222.2207, Gordon@MediaBass. com or MediaBass.com 12 10am – Help Angels of Corsicana Troop pack for the military, 1020 N. Bus. 45, Corsicana. Call Jean O’Connor at 903.851.2560.

12 10:30am – Coyote Squadron will meet in the Coyote Hangar at Corsicana Municipal Airport. Guest are welcome to attend and stay for a great lunch.

19 10am–2pm – Paint Stockings for the Troops! The Corsicana Art League is hosting a day of painting stockings

for the troops on at The Warehouse Living Arts Center, 119 West 6th Ave., Corsicana. Come anytime during these hours. All supplies furnished. Stockings designed ready to paint or create your own. Angels of Corsicana Troop Support will fill and mail. Lunch included.

20 Richland Chambers Bass Club Tournament on RC Lake. Shotgun start safe light to 3 pm. Meet at Oak Cove Marina for breakfast at 5:30 am.

26 6pm (doors open) – Darrin Morris performs at The Corsicana Opry & Event Center, 215 E. 5th Avenue in Corsicana.

903.872-6779 (OPRY).

CorsicanaOpry.com or check their Facebook page for details.

July

All Month The Farmer’s Market takes place every Tuesday and Saturday from 7am to 12pm. Located on Business Route 45 between East Collin Street and East Sixth Avenue in Corsicana, TX. 903.641.8878 All Month Exhibits by Professional Artists of Central Texas at the Warehouse Gallery; 119 W. 6th Ave. in Corsicana. Presented by Navarro Council of the Arts.

TBA Sixth Annual RE/MAX Charity Poker Run on Richland Chambers Lake. Date subject to change. Call Julie Teel at 903.654.3970 or John Teel at 903.641.3359 for current details.

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Varies WLAC proudly presents “Gypsy”; 119 W. 6th Ave., Corsicana.

903.872.5421 Due to rescheduling of shows in 2021, it is requested that you call or view TheWLAC.com for performance dates and details.

4 9:25pm – Freedom Fireworks organized by Corsicana Parks & Recreation at IOOF Park.

4 Dusk – Fireworks in Kerens.

Contact Kerens Area Chamber of Commerce at 903.396.2391 for details.

10 10am – Help Angels of Corsicana Troop pack for the military, 1020 N. Bus. 45, Corsicana. Call Jean O’Connor at 903.851.2560.

10 10am–3pm Vendor Market, Christmas in July at Lumberyard Food & Finds; 120 W. 3rd Ave. in Corsicana.

10 10:30am – Coyote Squadron will meet in the Coyote Hangar at Corsicana Municipal Airport. Anyone interested in airplanes, air shows, history and community events are welcome.

Meet members, enjoy the program and stay for lunch.

10 6pm (doors open) – Jason Herrin performs at The Corsicana Opry & Event Center, 215 E. 5th Avenue in Corsicana.

903.872-6779 (OPRY).

CorsicanaOpry.com or check their Facebook page for details.

10–30 Plano-based Western artist, Victor Blakey, will be showing his most recent work with the Pearce Museum in a Solo Show opening on June 10 and running through July 30.

Victor has participated in the American Plains Artists Show and sale and the Texas Invitational Art Show at the Pearce Museum, and his painting “Looking for Work” is part of the permanent collection.

Featured at the Pearce Museum; 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana. 903.875.7642 PearceMuseum.com 24 6pm (doors open) – Ira Bradford & Bustin’ Loose Band perform at The Corsicana Opry & Event Center, 215 E. 5th Avenue in Corsicana. 903.8726779 (OPRY). CorsicanaOpry.com or check their Facebook page for details.

August

All Month The Farmer’s Market takes place every Tuesday and Saturday from 7am to 12pm. Located on Business Route 45 between East Collin Street and East Sixth Avenue in Corsicana, TX. 903.641.8878 All Month Exhibits by Professional Artists of Central Texas at the Warehouse Gallery; 119 W. 6th Ave. in Corsicana. Presented by Navarro Council of the Arts.

1 2pm–5pm – Annual “Pooch

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Paddle” at Corsicana’s Jester Park pool.

Event is fundraiser at for Humane Society of Navarro County. 903.875.1060 5 7:30pm – The Palace Theatre proudly presents “The Haggard Brothers.”

Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info. All dates and times are subject to change.

Please visit website for more info.

CorsicanaPalace.com 14 10am – Help Angels of Corsicana Troop pack for the military, 1020 N. Bus. 45, Corsicana. Call Jean O’Connor at 903.851.2560.

14 10:30am – Coyote Squadron will meet in the Coyote Hangar at Corsicana Municipal Airport. Programs are always interesting and lunch is great.

Anyone interested is invited to attend.

14 7:30pm – The Palace Theatre proudly presents “Sons of Bocephus.” Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info. All dates and times are subject to change. Please visit website for more info. CorsicanaPalace. com 15 Richland Chambers Bass Club Tournament on RC Lake. Shotgun start safe light to 3 pm. Meet at Oak Cove Marina for breakfast at 5:30 am.

26 7:30pm – The Palace Theatre proudly presents “Daily and VIncent.” Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info. All dates and times are subject to change. Please visit

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September

All Month The Farmer’s Market takes place every Tuesday and Saturday from 7am to 12pm. Located on Business Route 45 between East Collin Street and East Sixth Avenue in Corsicana, TX. 903.641.8878 All Month Professional exhibits at the Warehouse Gallery; 119 W. 6th Ave. in Corsicana. Presented by Navarro Council of the Arts.

Varies WLAC proudly presents “To Kill A Mockingbird”; 119 W. 6th Ave., Corsicana. 903.872.5421 Due to rescheduling of shows in 2021, it is requested that you call or view TheWLAC.com for performance dates and details.

3 6pm – Relay Navarro at the IOOF Park in Corsicana.

10 7:30pm – The Palace Theatre proudly presents “The Texas Country Boys.” Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info. All dates and times are subject to change. Please visit website for more info. CorsicanaPalace.com 11 4am–5pm – Ray Hubbard Bass Club Tournament on Richland Chambers Lake. RayHubbardBassClub. com 11 10am – Help Angels of Corsicana Troop pack for the military, 1020 N. Bus. 45, Corsicana. Call Jean O’Connor at 903.851.2560.

11 10:30am – Coyote Squadron will meet in the Coyote Hangar at Corsicana Municipal Airport. Learn what a wonderful opportunity it is to be involved with a great group of men and women who enjoy each other, airplanes, history and WWII planes and air shows.

Anyone interested is invited to attend.

11 2:30pm – The Palace Theatre proudly presents “The Texas Country Boys.” Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info. All dates and times are subject to change. Please visit website for more info. CorsicanaPalace.com 11 7:30pm – The Palace Theatre proudly presents “The Texas Country Boys.” Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info. All dates and times are subject to change. Please visit website for more info. CorsicanaPalace.com 17 Richland Chambers Bass Club Tournament on RC Lake. Shotgun start safe light to 3 pm. Meet at Oak Cove Marina for breakfast at 5:30 am.

17 6pm – Mrs. Texas Pageant “Prelims” at the Palace Theatre in Corsicana. 903.874.7792 18 6pm – Mrs. Texas Pageant

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October

All Month Annual Pumpkin Patch. Call 903.654.4851 or view CorsicanaMainStreet.org for details.

TBD 10am–2pm – Last chance this year to Paint Stockings for the Troops!

The Corsicana Art League is hosting a day of painting stockings for the troops on at The Warehouse Living Arts Center, 119 West 6th Ave, Corsicana. Come anytime during these hours. All supplies furnished. Stockings designed ready to paint or create your own. Angels of Corsicana Troop Support will fill and mail. Lunch included.

TBD Kids Boo on the Block.

903.654.4851 CorsicanaMainStreet.org 2–3 Richland Chambers Bass Club Championship on RC Lake.

Shotgun start safe light to 3 pm. Meet at Oak Cove Marina for breakfast at 5:30 am.

4–29 41st Annual Quilt Show at the Warehouse Living Arts Center; 119 W. 6th Ave. in Corsicana. Presented by Navarro Council of the Arts. Mon. thru Fri. 10am–4pm, Sat. 10am–2pm.

9 10am – Help Angels of Corsicana Troop pack for the military, 1020 N. Bus. 45, Corsicana. Call Jean O’Connor at 903.851.2560.

9 10:30am – Coyote Squadron will meet in the Coyote Hangar at Corsicana Municipal Airport. See what we are all about on Facebook and come for a meeting to hear a great program and stay for a delicious lunch. Anyone interested is invited to attend.

9 7:30pm – The Palace Theatre proudly presents “Gene Watson.” Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info. All dates and times are subject to change. Please visit website for more info. CorsicanaPalace. com 16 7am–9:30am – Pancake Breakfast in KESA Building in Kerens.

16 16th Annual Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival.

View KerensCottonHarvestFestival.com or contact 903.396.2665 for info. All proceeds go to the Kerens Library.

21 7:30pm – The Palace Theatre proudly presents “Tapestry: The Music of Carole King.” Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info. All dates and times are subject to change. Please visit website for more info. CorsicanaPalace.com

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exhibits at the Warehouse Gallery; 119 W. 6th Ave. in Corsicana. Presented by Navarro Council of the Arts.

TBD 6pm – Annual Christmas Tree Lighting with train rides for kids of all ages and portrait photos with Santa.

Complimentary milk and cookies. Official Tree Lighting followed by spectacular fireworks display.

903.654.4851 CorsicanaMainStreet.org 10 7:30pm – The Palace Theatre proudly presents “The Edwards Twins.”

Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info. All dates and times are subject to change.

Please visit website for more info.

CorsicanaPalace.com 11 Veterans Day presentation at Navarro County Courthouse.

11 11:00am – Veterans Day Tribute at Kerens Veterans Memorial followed by veterans appreciation dinner in the KESA building (sponsored by the Know His Grace Cowboy Church).

Everyone is invited.

See Kerens Veterans Memorial on Facebook for details.

13 10am – Help Angels of Corsicana Troop pack for the military, 1020 N. Bus. 45, Corsicana. Call Jean O’Connor at 903.851.2560.

13 10:30am – Coyote Squadron will meet in the Coyote Hangar at

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Corsicana Municipal Airport. All interested persons are invited to attend. The programs are great, people are nice, and food is good. Stay for lunch and see.

18–21 WLAC proudly presents “That Time When … 50 Year Musical Revue”; 119 W. 6th Ave., Corsicana. 903.872.5421 Due to rescheduling of shows in 2021, it is requested that you call or view TheWLAC. com for performance times.

21 Richland Chambers Bass Club Tournament on RC Lake. Shotgun start safe light to 3 pm. Meet at Oak Cove Marina for breakfast at 5:30 am.

27 10am–3pm – Small Business Saturday Event. Call 903.872.4851 or view CorsicanaMainStreet.org for details.

December

All Month Professional exhibits at the Warehouse Gallery; 119 W. 6th Ave. in Corsicana. Presented by Navarro Council of the Arts.

Varies WLAC proudly presents “Best Christmas Pageant Ever (Youth Production)”; 119 W. 6th Ave., Corsicana.

903.872.5421 Due to rescheduling of shows in 2021, it is requested that you call or view TheWLAC.com for performance dates and details.

TBD The 5th annual RE/MAX Christmas Light Boat Parade on Richland

Chambers Lake (weather and water level) permitting, the flotilla will appear on the lake some time week of Christmas). Call Julie Teel at 903.654.3970 or John Teel at 903.641.3359 for current details.

TBD 6pm – Christmas Parade and Lighting of the Tree in Kerens.

Community Connection and free chili supper. Sponsored by Kerens Area Chamber of Commerce and Kerens Community Development Committee.

Call 903.396.2391 for details.

TBD Dusk – Annual Christmas Parade in Downtown Corsicana. For more information call Santa’s hotline at 903-654-4850.

2 7:30pm – The Palace Theatre proudly presents “Crystal Gayle.” Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info. All dates and times are subject to change. Please visit website for more info. CorsicanaPalace. com 3 7:30pm – The Palace Theatre proudly presents “The Texas Country Boys.” Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info.

All dates and times are subject to change.

Please visit website for more info.

CorsicanaPalace.com 4 Heritage Bowl Corsicana at Tiger Stadium. Call 903.654.4851 or view CorsicanaMainStreet.org for details.

5 1:30pm – 4th Annual K.E.S.A.

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John Myers plays the bagpipes played during a solemn ceremony at the Kerens Veterans Memorial.

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Church, 510 W Collin St, Corsicana. Call Jean O’Connor at 903.851.2560 11 10:30am – Coyote Squadron will meet in the Coyote Hangar at Corsicana Municipal Airport. The meeting is open to all interested persons. There will be a program and a great lunch at noon.

16 7:30pm – The Palace Theatre proudly presents “Brass Transit Christmas” at The Palace Theatre.” Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info. All dates and times are subject to change. Please visit website for more info. CorsicanaPalace. com 19 Richland Chambers Bass Club Tournament on RC Lake. Shotgun start safe light to 3 pm. Meet at Oak Cove Marina for breakfast at 5:30 am.

Toads that are beneficial to the eco system in the area, take safe haven.

Celebration of Tables. Call Barbara Latta @ 903.875.4374. All proceeds go to Kerens ISD Scholarships.

10 7pm – Avant Garde Dance Theatre presents “The Nutcracker” at The Palace Theatre.” Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info. All dates and times are subject to change. Please visit website for more

info. CorsicanaPalace.com 11 2pm – Avant Garde Dance Theatre presents “The Nutcracker” at The Palace Theatre.” Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info. All dates and times are subject to change. Please visit website for more info. CorsicanaPalace.com 11 7pm – Avant Garde Dance

Theatre presents “The Nutcracker” at The Palace Theatre.” Call 903.874.7792 for ticket info. All dates and times are subject to change. Please visit website for more info. CorsicanaPalace.com 11 10am – Help Angels of Corsicana Troop Support pack Holiday boxes for our troops at First Baptist

Dates are subject to change. Please call or check websites before driving long distances.

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2021 Tarrant Regional Water District Permit Requirements

A permit is required for all construction, placement or operation of any structure, improvement of facility of any type, or to excavate or place fill materials, at or below elevation 320.00’ (expressed in feet above mean sea level). This includes any addition or modification to any existing structure or improvement.

“It is best that owners and/or contractors call our office to discuss what projects they wish to perform,” says Chris Robinson, Inspector for TRWD’s Richland Chambers Office. “That way we can advise if they need a permit or not, and many times there are variables that may be site specific that would change the ruling of whether or not a permit is required. Activities that may need permits include, but are not limited to: Boathouse/ pier construction or repair, retaining wall construction or repair, sidewalks, storage buildings, gazebos, awnings, fencing, patios, fire pits, dredging, excavation, and ANY and ALL electrical work, just to name a few. There are some specific activities that do not require permits, such as tree, grass or landscape planting on land.”

The following must be submitted before permit consideration: 1.

A completed application, in-

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cluding signatures of owner and contractor.

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A recorded plat of the property showing the shore front dimensions and location of the improvement.

3.

Proof of ownership of the property (i.e. copy of deed, tax statement, sales contract).

4.

Plans, specifications, construction details and a list of materials to be used. The drawing must be to scale, one inch to thirty feet (1 inch = 30 feet) or larger and include views from all five sides when applicable.

5.

A $100.00 non-refundable application fee. Please make check or money order payable to TRWD. CASH WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED! 6.

Outside corners of the lot at roadside and at elevation 315.00 feet m.s.l. must be clearly marked at the time of the pre-permit inspection for a permit to be issued and remain marked throughout the construction process.

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A copy of the contractor’s general liability insurance policy. The District requires that all contractors working on District Reservoirs provide a Certificate of Insurance. Each certificate must name Tarrant Regional Water District as additional insured, as well as provide a waiver of subrogation. Liability coverage shall be

Black-Bellied Whistling ducks test out the water. no less than $500,000 per occurrence.

Applicants should allow 10 working days for the processing of all permit applications. A construction permit is valid for a period to be determined by the District, with a minimum of 30 days and a maximum of 90 days. A construction extension may be granted at the sole discretion of the District. The extension fee is $50.00 and is valid for a period to be determined by the District with a maximum of 90 days.

No more than one extension will be granted. Permits are required for alterations on existing structures. The $100.00 fee may be waived, at the discretion of the District, for applications requesting additions to existing structures. Other than general maintenance, construction is not permitted without an approved written permit.

Any construction without a permit is a violation of the General Ordinance. At any time the condition or presence of this improvement interferes with the operation of the reservoir or the safety of the persons or property using the surface thereof, the Owner agrees to immediately make any and all changes or corrections necessary to make the improvement comply with the General Ordinance or remove the improvement from District property at Owner’s expense. A person who violates the General Ordinance commits an offense.

An offense is a Class C Misdemeanor and shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10.00 and not more than $1000.00 for each violation or each day of continuing violation.

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You can find a large amount of information – including lake levels, permitting forms, and information packets – at the District’s website; www.TRWD. com . Select the tab for Resources and then choose Permits & Guidelines. You will find explicit guidelines for retaining walls, dredging, and fill work, as well as guidelines for irrigation systems and structure improvements. These guidelines include allowed activities and materials approved by TRWD, water transmission line placement and electrical restrictions, among other things. You can download the Application for Improvement Permit from the same website.

As of now, the Richland Chambers office, located at 140 FM 416 in Streetman, Texas, will not be reopening for walk in guests. Trays are available in the foyer of the office for dropping permits and papers off during business hours of 8 am – 11 am, Mon. -Thurs. Staff are available by phone, email or by appointment. Phone inquiries should be directed to 903.389.3928.

Improvements, repairs and new construction must be performed by contractors approved by TRWD. Please reference the accompanying lists of TRWD approved Improvement Contractors, Site Evaluators/Designers, Installers and Maintenance Companies.

These lists are updated on a regular basis and are subject to change.

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2021 Tarrant Regional Water District Contractor List Richland-Chambers Office 140 F. M. 416 Streetman, Texas 75859 903/389-3928 Fax: 903/389-7587

County Electric, Inc.** 505 Stanford, Corsicana, TX 75110 (903) 874-5189

JB Lawn/Rainmaster Irrigation 2505 St. Andrews Dr., Ennis, TX 75119 (972) 872-9300

Montoya Construction 8605 US HWY 287, Corsicana, TX 75110 (254) 239-9772

C-Tech Construction, LLC 12351 CR 1113 Athens, TX 75751 (903) 288-0985

JCB Construction* P.O. Box 17, Chatfield, TX 75105 (903) 654-2287

Gonzalo Apollo Garay 912 E. Bowie St., Mexia, TX 76667 (903) 388-8274

Cuse Electric** 415 N. Gun Barrel Ln., Gun Barrel City, TX 75156 (903) 288-4967

Joe Howard Electric** 9921 NW CR 1343, Blooming Grove, TX 76626 (903) 641-3460

Lovett Electric** P.O. Box 335, Blooming Grove, TX 76626 (903) 875-8541 Mitchell Electric** 6215 S. HWY 287, Corsicana, TX 75109 (903) 874-4600

Gutierrez Remodeling 3800 NW CR 2004, Corsicana, TX 75110 (469) 859-4880

Eddie’s Marine Contruction 128 Rosedale, Athens, TX 75751 (430) 207-8664

Kyle Construction* 371 FM 416, Streetman, TX 75859 (903) 389-8008

Nichols Electric Company** 3010 Troon, Ennis, TX 75110 (469) 576-8455

Boondocks Boatdocks 9153 CR 1127, Athens, TX 75751 (903) 681-4071

Garcia Remodeling 920 N. 23rd St., Corsicana, TX 75110 (903) 641-2851

Lawson’s Landscape Const.

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CCC of Richland Chambers Lake P.O. Box 341, Corsicana, TX 75151 (903) 602-9648

Goodin & Perry Construction 1506 SECR 2230, Corsicana, Texas 75109 903) 467-6126

Lightning H Services 4832 FM 709S, Corsicana, TX 75110 (903) 229-0700

Alexander Electric** 6191 CR 1411, Malakoff, TX 75148 (903) 340-6853

Cedar Creek Ornamental 2176 Hickory St., Maybank, TX 75156 972) 824-4339

Gutierrez Remodeling 3800 NW CR 2004, Corsicana, TX 75110 (469) 859-4880

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Montgomery Electric** P.O. Box 697, Corsicana, TX 75151 (903) 872-4487

RC Landscape & Irrigation 3700 SECR 2360, Streetman, TX 75859 (214) 697-6676 Richland Dock Works* 5651 I-45, Corsicana, TX 75110 (903) 654-7656 Rick’s Custom Fence 120 Dublin Cir., Waxahachie, TX 75165 (214) 205-9976

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Rock Pile Stone-N-Nursery Too LLC 4102 S. US Hwy 287, Corsicana, TX 75109 (903) 872-7625 3S Smith Farm & Ranch 625 LCR 244, Mexia, TX 76667 (817) 919-9093

SPS Construction 335 Teakwood, Streetman, TX 75859 (972) 921-6234

Tate Electric** 166 N. 36th St,. Corsicana, TX 75110 (903) 654-8336

Walker Electric** P.O. Box 1712, Corsicana, TX 75110 (903) 874-2433

Tyner Electric** 1601 Yorkstown St., Ennis, TX 75119 (972) 824-2217

Wards Sprinklers 6460 SWCR 0030, Corsicana, TX 75110 (903) 872-3597

Viscon Pools 218 N. Main St., Corsicana, TX 75110 (903) 872-4478

Wayne Wheeler PO Box 164, Kerens, TX 75144 (903) 875-5765

*Dredging/Excavation/General **Electrical Contractors NOTE: This list of Contractors has been compiled for your convenience. It is not our intent to make any recommendation regarding any of them. Should you choose to allow the contractor to submit the application and sign the permit for you, they must have a NOTARIZED LETTER OF AUTHORIZATION from you to do so. Also, as of September 1, 2004, all electrical installations must be performed by a licensed electrical contractor.

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The Richland Chambers Area Progess

The Navigator magazine is an annual publication, courtesy of the Richland Chambers Area Progress. Now in its 11th year, the Richland Chambers Area Progress is a local newspaper that has been revitalized through the ownership of local resident, Jennifer Bynum. This bi-weekly newspaper continues to garner a lot of attention and respect.

Present circulation encompasses three counties; Freestone, Navarro and Henderson. The Richland Chambers Area Progress is handdelivered to businesses in the Richland Chambers Lake area, as well as Corsicana, Powell, Kerens, Trinidad, Malakoff,

Athens, Mabank, Gun Barrel City, Cedar Creek, Richland, Streetman, Fairfield, Wortham, Teague, Mexia and outlying areas. The paper’s emphasis is on Richland Chambers Reservoir and the surrounding area.

The RCA Progress features a variety of information. We are putting a lot of focus into bringing our readers information about area businesses, local history and upcoming events. Each issue includes a feature story on “neighbors” in the area, current fishing reports/advice from popular guides, and a wealth of other tips and useful information.

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We publish 26 editions each year, with a new publication circulated every other Friday. We presently circulate 5,000 copies of each publication and expect current volumes to grow.

If you are visitors, new residents to the area, or long-time residents who have never read the RCA Progress, we encourage you to get a copy and check us out.

Our information is useful to all.

If you are a business and would like to have an advertising presence in our publications, please contact Ellen Block at 713.857.4338 or Jennifer Bynum at 903.879.5467 for ad sizes and rates. We will work with you to

promote your business in any what that we can. We can do a feature article on your company after you have advertised with us for 3 months (6 editions).

We print 25,000 copies of the annual Navigator each year and it is distributed each April to high traffic areas, including hotels, Chambers of Commerce, Offices of Tourism and area businesses. It contains all known events for the remainder of the year for Freestone, Navarro, Henderson and Anderson Counties as well as events for Ennis and Kerens.

Please contact us if you have an advertising interest in either publication.

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