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August 3, 2020
Cavender Home Theater host ice cream party for Grayson County Sheriff’s Office
The staff of Cavender Home Theater bring ice cream to the Grayson County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Tom Watt (in tie) and Chief Deputy Tony Bennie (far right) stand socially separated from Chris Cavender (back).
On July 28 and 29, Cavender Home Theater treated the Grayson County Sheriff’s organization to an ice cream party. It took two afternoons to make sure all shifts were covered. Over 200 patrol officers, investigators, jailers, and administrators choose from a variety of individual treats.
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“Sheriff Tom Watt extended a warm welcome, and the whole staff that came by thanked us and seemed to enjoy the event,” said Chris Cavender. “These public servants have a tough job every day. In these times of COVID-19 and elevated anxieties, we thought it would be the perfect time to show our thanks to them for their hard work.”
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Band "Although I wasn't there in person," said Head Band Director, Angie Liss, "the other directors and drum majors were “FaceTiming” me in and sending me updates and videos throughout the two days and I'm so excited about what the season holds— after I snuggle with my first grandchild a few more days." Liss went on to explain that the season will look very different this year. "Contest schedules are still not set and travel to out of town games will be limited to some degree, said Liss. “While this plan is still in flux, to allow for better social distancing during travel as well as leaving room in visiting stands while still abiding by UIL guidelines regarding social distancing, approximately 50 percent of the band will travel to out of town games. We're calling them 'The Dog Pound' band right now,” said Liss. Liss also made sure to express her appreciation to her other directors, Julie Cook, David Bilyeu, and
Brandon Manuel as well as Head Drum Major Erin Catching and Assistant Drum Majors Chloe Scoggins, Montana Sartor, and Olivia Morris for their willingness to take care of all things band camp while she wore the hat of mother and first time grandmother. The Pride of Howe will continue in music and marching fundamental rehearsals throughout the month of August before beginning their contest show on September 7.
An unrecognizable bandsman due to the mask and glasses. Staff photo.
The Howe Ex-Students Association met on Saturday morning to discuss the upcoming Howe All-School Reunion which takes place every five years. Due to the pandemic and the uncertainty of availability of school property use, the group decided to cancel the event and move it to homecoming 2021.
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