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The community COMMUNITY . GOSPEL . BUSINESS . EDUCATION . HEALTH . POLITICS . OPINION Complimentary Copy

Vol. 29

Congratulations

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Kevan Darty

John Hodges

Police Officer Danny Stroud See Page 7

Zoe Brown See Page 2

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Tribute to Officer Cedric Davis

NEWSPAPER IN EDUCATION

Cedric was a dedicated and loyal officer who loved his God, his family, co-workers, and the community that he served.

There was not a time when you ran into Cedric that he did not have an infectious smile on his face serving our community.

school spotlight Longview High School Well Done

- Police Chief Mike Bishop Officer Cedric Davis

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to vote early

By ETR Staff report

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Alivia Suarez

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The walk-up testing with no appointment required and no prescreening will be conducted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Those

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Governor Abbott, TDEM to provide free masks

being tested are asked to provide a phone number where they can be reached with their results.

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Congratulations

LHS COLLEGE GRADS ELENA ALVAREZ Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: UT Tyler Major: Dentistry Honorary Teacher: Kasandra Collins “All our dreams can come true...if we have the courage to pursue them”- Walt Disney ZOE BROWN Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: University of North Texas Major: Psychology Honorary Teacher: Rose Bayless “Life doesn’t require that we be the best, only that we do our best.” - H. Jackson Brown, Jr. ZENIYAH CAGE Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Prairie View A&M University Major: Nursing Honorary Teacher: My momma, Mesha Harris “I spent 2,102,400 minutes, and 126,144,000 seconds just for a piece of paper and a hand shake, but it’s was all worth it, and thank God I made it!... ;)“ LAUREN CALDWELL Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Stephen F. Austin Major: Psychology Honorary Teacher: Charlotte Poe “Nothing is impossible. The word itself says I’m Possible.”

KAVEN DARTY Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Texas State University Major: Healthcare Administration Honorary Teacher: Charlotte Poe “Have a vision. Be demanding.” - Colin Powell ZAREA COLLINS Associate of Science Degree. (Kilgore College) Future College: Stephen F. Austin State University Major: Dietetics and Nutritional Sciences Honorary Teacher: Mrs. Fowler If you desire it then you deserve it.

Dream big and don’t let anyone stand in your way!

CHASE CAVINESS Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Texas A&M University Major: Political Science and Business Honorary Teacher: Dr. May (KC Professor) “What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals.”

VICTORIA CHADWICK Texas College Core Achievement (Kilgore College) Future College: Tyler Junior College Major: Criminal Justice Honorary Teacher: Carla Brown “God gave his toughest battles to his strongest generals“ AVIONE DAVENPPORT Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Texas A&M University Major: Society, Ethics, and Law Honorary Teacher: Calvin Hanzik “The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain.” - Dolly Parton ANECIA DAVIDSON Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: University of Texas at Arlington Major: Nursing BSN Honorary Teacher: Christine Carroll “Sometimes we will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory” LILLY EZIGBO DESSESAURE Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Texas State University Major: Chemistry Honorary Teacher: Chaknequa Mcbride “I hated every minute of training, but I said, “Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a Champion.” - Muhammad Ali KAITLYN DOSSEY Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Oklahoma State Major: History Honorary Teacher:

Dr. May “A future is something you make yourself. You have to believe in it.”

IRIS GALLEGOS Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Texas A&M University Major: Nursing Honorary Teacher: Heather Gee “Turn your dreams into plans” BREONNA GARRETT Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Louisiana State University Major: Nursing Honorary Teacher: Ms. Christi Siler “Give the world the best you have, and the best will come to you.” - Madeline Bridge AUSTIN GATSON Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: East Texas Baptist University

Major: Business Marketing Honorary Teacher: Mr. Ruben Richardson “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” -Eleanor Roosevelt CHASE GLASPER Texas College Core Achievement (Kilgore College) Future College: Kilgore College Major: undecided “Reach for the moon, you may just capture a star.”

JESSE GONZALEZ Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Tyler Junior College Major: Nursing Honorary Teacher: Kendra Collins “Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think” PENELOPE HATTENBACH Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Stephen F Austin Major: Fine Arts Honorary Teacher: Coach Gonzales JOHN HODGES Texas College Core Achievement (Kilgore College) Future College: Kilgore College Major: Mechanics JAIDAH HORTON Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Stephen F Austin University Major: Primary Education Honorary Teacher: Ms. Sybil Blacklock “Fall forward. Every failed experiment is one step closer to success. You’ve got to take risks.”

- Denzel Washington ALEXIS HUNTER Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: University of Texas at Tyler Major: Nursing Honorary Teacher: Talesha Roberts “Fall forward. Sometimes, it’s the best way to figure out where you’re going. Never be discouraged, never hold back, give everything you got, and when you fall throughout life remember this: fall forward.”

KORI HUNTER Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Lamar University Major: Nursing Honorary Teacher: Arri Moore “In a world filled with hate, we must still dare to hope.” - Michael Jackson Continued on Page 10

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FREE COVID-19 testing continued from page 1

Our hearts are heavy. We were Cedric was a dedicated and loyal awakened to hear that Longview officer who loved his God, his Police Department employee family, co-workers, and the In Officer Cedric Davis had died that he served.

Loving community following a courageous battle There was not a time when you with cancer. Cedric began his Memory ran into Cedric that he did not career with the Longview Police have an infectious smile on his of Department on September 7, face serving our community.

Police 2004 and was a 15-year veteran Our prayers go out to his of our department. during this difficult time.

Officer family During his tenure with We ask for our department Cedric and community to lift his our department, Cedric worked in the Patrol family in prayer. His spirit Davies Division, most recently will continue to live on here serving on 2nd Watch through the many officers Beat 50. Cedric also served he has touched along the as a Field Training Officer way. Rest easy Cedric. helping to train and mentor Police Chief Mike Bishop many of our current officers.

VOTE EARLY Secretary Hughs encourages Texans to vote early, observe recommended health protocols, make preparations to cast a ballot in July 14th elections

AUSTIN - Texas Secretary of State Ruth Hughs is encouraging all eligible Texas voters to take advantage of the extended early voting period ahead of the July 14th elections, which began Monday June 29th and ends Friday, July 10th. Early voting will not occur on July 3rd or 4th in observance of Independence Day. The Secretary also reminded all eligible Texas voters to observe the recommended health care protocols released last month by her office, which are meant to help ensure the health and safety of all voters, election office personnel, polling place workers, and poll watchers in Texas.

“Despite COVID-19, the drumbeat of our democracy has marched on,” said Secretary Hughs. “I strongly encourage all eligible Texans to set aside time now so they can be prepared to cast a ballot during the early voting period or on Election Day. It is essential to our democracy that Texans are able to safely and confidently cast their vote.”

Eligible Texas voters should contact their respective county elections office to view a sample ballot, locate their appropriate polling place, and plan their trip to the polls. Voters can also find extensive information regarding the July 14th elections at votetexas.gov Texas voters who are eligible to vote by mail must ensure that their Application for Ballot by Mail (ABBM) (PDF) is received by the Early Voting Clerk in their county of registration by Thursday, July 2nd. Learn more about requirements for voting by mail in Texas.

Texas voters who possess one of the seven approved forms of photo ID must present that ID at the polls. Voters who do not possess and cannot reasonably obtain one of the seven forms of approved photo ID may execute a Reasonable Impediment Declaration form, available to them at each polling location, and provide a supporting form of identification. In addition, certain

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FREE COVID-19 testing will be available at various locations across Longview from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 30 - July 7. Specific dates and locations are listed below.

The walk-up testing with no appointment required and no pre-screening will be conducted on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Those being tested are asked to provide a phone number where they can be reached with their results.

Tuesday, June 30: Spring Hill High School, 2800 E. George Richey Rd. Longview, Texas 75604 Wednesday, July 1: Longview HS Mickey Melton Center, 201 E. Loop 281 Longview, Texas 75605 Thursday, July 2: Stamper Park Resource Center, 502 S. Center St. Longview, Texas 75601 Friday, July 3: Longview Exhibit Center, 1123 Jaycee Dr. Longview, Texas 75602 Sunday, July 5: Broughton Recreation Center, 801 S. MLK Blvd. Longview, Texas 75602

voters may qualify for an exemption to presenting an acceptable form of photo identification or following the Reasonable Impediment Declaration procedure.

Monday, July 6: Pine Tree High School Theater Building, 1005 W. Fairmont St. Longview, Texas 75604

The seven forms of approved photo ID are: • Texas Driver License issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)** • Texas Election Identification Certificate issued by DPS • Texas Personal Identification Card issued

by DPS • Texas Handgun License issued by DPS • United States Military Identification Card containing the person’s photograph • United States Citizenship Certificate containing the person’s photograph • United States Passport (book or card)

Tuesday, July 7: Pine Tree ISD Auditorium, 1803 Pine Tree Rd. Longview, Texas 75604

**License is not required to be REAL ID compliant With the exception of the U.S. Citizenship Certificate, which does not expire, the acceptable photo ID must be current or, for voters aged 18-69, have expired no more than four years before being presented for voter qualification at the polling place. A voter 70 years of age or older may use a form of acceptable photo ID listed above that has expired for any length of time if the identification is otherwise valid.

If a voter does not possess one of the forms of acceptable photo identification listed above, and the voter cannot reasonably obtain such identification, the voter may fill out a Reasonable Impediment Declaration form, which will be available at each polling location, and present a copy or original of one of the following supporting forms of identification: • a government document that shows the voter’s name and an address, including the voter’s voter registration certificate • a current utility bill • a bank statement • a government check

• a paycheck • a certified domestic (from a U.S. state or territory) birth certificate • a document confirming birth admissible in a court of law which establishes the voter’s identity (which may include a foreign birth document) The address on an acceptable form of photo identification or a supporting form of identification, if applicable, does not have to match the voter’s address on the list of registered voters.

If a voter meets these requirements and is otherwise eligible to vote, the voter will be able to cast a regular ballot in the election.

Voters with a disability may apply with the county voter registrar for a permanent exemption to presenting an acceptable form of photo identification or following the Reasonable Impediment Declaration procedure at the polls. Voters with a religious objection to being photographed or voters who do not present an acceptable form of photo identification or follow the Reasonable Impediment Declaration procedure at the polls because of certain natural disasters may apply for a temporary exemption to presenting an acceptable form of photo identification or following the Reasonable Impediment Declaration procedure. For more details, voters may contact their county voter registrar.

Voters with questions about how to cast a ballot in upcoming elections can call 1-800-252-VOTE. For more information on voting in Texas, visit www.votetexas.gov

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The Far-Right’s absurd war on masks Here’s a simple test to determine whether politicians are carrying water for the richest 0.1 percent.

By Jim Hightower The chief cultural signifier of our times is this: Wearing a mask. Or not.

These low-tech, lowcost, high-impact coverings are simple and effective at helping reduce the COVID-19 infection rate. Our top political leaders’ failure to produce, distribute, and require them en masse when the pandemic first spread ranks somewhere between stupid and criminal.

But while our “leaders” failed, the people themselves have led, rapidly turning homemade mask-making into a booming cottage industry and a charitable act.

Meanwhile, though, big corporations rushed out like masked thieves to exploit the crisis.

Even as their lobbyists shoved to the front of the line to grab

billions in public relief funds meant for small Main Street businesses, they churned out touchy-feely PR campaigns portraying Amazon warehouses, Hefty trash bags, McDonald’s fries, and Walmart’s forced-towork clerks as the epitome of all-in-this-together Americanism.

Their message in this global pandemic is that what unites us as a people is crass commercialism — so buy

something from us!

Then there are the billionaire-funded, right-wing political fronts that are staging protests against — wait for it — masks. Yes, the Koch brothers’ network and other laissez-faire extremists are intentionally trying to divide Americans in this time of national crisis by demonizing, of all things, mask wearing.

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to those businesses helping at this time

COVID-19: FREE TESTING

by ETR Staff report Anyone who needs COVID-19 testing should visit any Wellness Pointe (WP) clinic. WP, a Federal Qualified Health Center, (FQHC) looks upon such testing as a routine medical service. Those who are already WP patients can make appointments for testing via their patient portal. Non-patients should call (903) 758-2610 to schedule an appointment.

The Center participates in the COVID-19 testing program for uninsured individuals as provided through the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, and the Coronavirus, Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act. Patients showing COVID-19 symptoms and who test negative for flu and strep can receive a visit and testing at no cost.

Wellness Pointe’s COVID-19 testing program is just one of multiple services it offers for the well-being of local citizens.

The gamut of treatment options includes pediatrics, women’s health, family medicine, functional/holistic medicine, counseling/ psychology, psychiatry, family dentistry, and optom-

OtherWords columnist Jim Hightower is a radio commentator, writer, and public speaker.

Distributed by OtherWords.org.

This July 4 let’s lay claim to the freedom and equality we’ve celebrated for centuries, but seldom practiced.

By Robert P. Alvarez

Around 60 percent of America’s incarcerated people are Black or Latinx, despite those two groups making up just 30 percent of the country’s population. Black and Latinx folks consistently receive longer, harsher penalties for the same crimes white folks commit.

So much for equality. But “innocent until proven guilty” doesn’t hold up so well, either.

Roughly two-thirds of the 740,000 people in local jails right now are locked up in pretrial detention. That means they haven’t been convicted of the crime they were arrested for. And again, a disproportionate number of them are Black and Latinx.

Being held pretrial wasn’t always so common. But over the last 15 years, 99 percent of the total growth in jails has come in the detention of people who haven’t been tried, but can’t afford bail.

Karen Dolan, director of the Criminalization of Race and Poverty Project at the Institute for Policy Studies and author of the report The Poor Get

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with nutballism, some selfproclaimed Patrick Henrys now feel entitled to trample on America’s common good.

Loudly proclaiming that being asked to make a minor, temporary, life-saving wardrobe adjustment is pure tyranny, they freely breathe their COVID-19 infections into our public air, often while mocking and even assaulting retail employees, bus drivers, and others who are just trying to get everyone to live and let live.

In this strange time, the modest mask has become a complex social symbol of competing acts of generosity, greed, and goofiness. The good news is that generosity is prevailing over the other two.

Land of the unfree When I was a child, I learned to believe that Americans valued freedom and equality more than any other place on the planet.

I learned that, in our criminal justice system, we were innocent until proven guilty.

It’s hard to still believe that now.

Call me a cynic, but as Independence Day approaches, I cannot help but think about how unfree America truly is, particularly for people of color.

Police are choking us to death on camera like George Floyd and shooting us to death in our sleep like Breonna Taylor. And when we are not being killed by police, we’re locked in cages guarded by correctional officers.

One out of five incarcerated people in the world is locked up here in the land of the free.

That’s more than 2.3 million people — greater than the population of 16 U.S. states. And the $190 billion we spend each year on mass incarceration is higher than the GDP of 22 states.

This obsession with criminalization is driven by structural racism.

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etry. Outlets for treatment are located throughout the city in order to make healthcare more convenient and available.

There are facilities adjacent to LeTourneau University, on Highway 80 beside Super One, and in Pine Tree by the intersection of Loop 281 and Gilmer Road. Potential patients can access information about available services by visiting www.wellnesspointe.org.

WP also offers social service assistance such as the Nurse Family Partnership, which sets up first-time, pregnant mothers with registered nurses who make house calls to help guide inexperienced, expectant women through their pregnancies, and with post-partum assistance for up to two years. Like WP’s COVID-19 program, this is a vital resource.

For more information visit: www.wellnesspointe.org.or call 903-758-2610

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FREE FACE MASKS Governor Abbott, TDEM to provide Free masks to all Texans who are tested at State-Run COVID-19 Mobile Testing Sites Prison, wrote, “If you are poor in America, you are criminalized at every turn.”

Even when Black and Latinx folks are busy not committing crimes — just walking the streets of our cities — we still manage to be on the receiving end of a disproportionate share of police brutality and killings.

Getting tossed in the slammer, having police stop and frisk you, or being shot and killed because you are poor or officers are racist doesn’t sound like we’re living in the “land of the free.”

But the good news is we are in the middle of a cognitive shift.

Millions of people have had it with being criminalized because they’re poor or have melanin in their skin. And millions of white people, including many in socalled Trump country, are now

standing up to say that has to end, too.

Many are calling to demilitarize or defund the police as a step toward eventually abolishing them.

Others want to remove police officers from schools, where they funnel kids into the system at an early age. And the movement to end cash bail, which makes pretrial detention a condition of poverty, not justice, is also picking up steam.

This year let’s celebrate Independence Day by reorienting our institutions away from mass incarceration and radically re-imagining our criminal justice system. Maybe then we can lay claim to the freedom and equality we have celebrated for centuries, but seldom practiced.

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AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), in partnership with the Texas Military Department, will begin distributing 3-ply surgical masks to every Texan who undergoes COVID-19 testing at state-run mobile test collection sites. Beginning tomorrow, each Texan who receives a COVID-19 test at a state-run mobile testing site

will be provided with four masks to take home with them. Texans can find a testing site near them by visiting TDEM’s COVID-19 Test Collection Site map.

“Wearing a mask or facial covering in public is an effective way for Texans to protect themselves and others from the transmission of COVID-19,” said Governor Abbott. “This program helps ensure that Texans have the resources they need to effectively mitigate the spread of this virus and keep themselves and their communities safe. I continue to urge all Texans to do their part by taking necessary precautions that will reduce the spread of COVID-19 throughout our state.”

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is to lay up treasures in heaven by investing in God’s Kingdom.

Prayer: Lord, it is natural to want the things of this world. They are attractive and appealing. Enable us to see “things” through Your eyes

and use them for Your glory.

In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Scripture for Today: After all, we brought nothing with us when we came into the world, and we can’t take anything with us when we leave it. 1 Timothy 6:6-8.

Name of Officer: Danny Stroud Education: Hughes Springs High School

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Hometown: Hughes Springs, Texas Prior job experience if any: United States Marine Corps, Deployed OIF and OEF How do you feel when you put on your uniform each day?

I feel truly blessed. I did raise my right hand and gladly swore to uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States of America, both foreign and domestic. So, to me that is not something I take lightly.

It is an honor and a privilege.

People do not often understand how hard police officers work to keep citizens safe. What inspired you to become a protector of the community and can you tell us of any daily risks you’ve seen or experienced.

After the Marine Corps, I still had a strong desire to serve my country in some capacity, so this line of work just seemed to fit for me.

What is a misconception you have seen that the public has about the Police?

I have had people ask me if we had to write so many citations a month. Some think we have like a quota or something. This simply is not true.

As a police officer, what do you want your legacy to be?

That whenever my name comes up they can say “He is/ was a good dude. He would be there for you in a heartbeat, no questions asked. He was kind and fair across the board.” If people can say that behind my back when I’m not around, that is good enough for me. More often than not it’s what can be said when you’re not around that matters most.

Danny Stroud

What was one of your toughest days on the job?

I found a little sweet child murdered in a horrific way by a horrific person. It was the first time I ever cried wearing this badge. I’m not too proud to say that either.

How does your family feel about you being a police officer?

I have been blessed in having support from my family and friends.

Police officers work long hours and the work is very stressful, how do you like to relax?

Fish, ride Harley’s, and chill. That is easy. Lol! If you could go back in time and tell your younger self one thing what would it be?

I would give myself a date, time, and address. Then I would be waiting to make sure my answer to question number 9 did not happen.

In a time when pop culture encourages not co-operating with police officers, can you expand on the dangers this causes?

There will always be certain people that will never be a part of the solution and they will always be a part of the problem. So, it is our job to stay strong and fight the good fight.

As a champion of the community and symbol of justice how can we as a community better support the police?

I feel like I can speak for my whole department when I say “We have a wonderful community and we love our community. They are the best! Thank you and keep doing what you do.

It’s appreciated.”

Do policemen really like donuts?

My Grandpa told me a long time ago “never trust anyone that don’t like donuts.” Lol Speaking of which, I kinda wish I had one right now!

What is your favorite sports team and why?

Dallas Cowboys. Because I am from Texas that’s why!

My Grandpa told me a long time ago “never trust anyone that don’t like donuts.” Lol Speaking of which, I kinda wish I had one right now!

- Officer Danny Stroud

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PTISD graduates grab rankings, honors

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Water lawns and gardens in the morning on hot summer days, so the water isn’t evaporated quickly by the heat.

Use a broom to clean off sidewalks instead of hosing them down with water.

Use a bucket of water to wash cars and bikes. Use Short bursts of water from the hose to rinse them off.

This year’s graduate Timothy Wright is the first Pine Tree student to earn International Honor Scholar rank, the highest rank within the International Thespian Theatre Honor Society (ITS). The International Thespian Society (named for the first Greek Actor Thespis) honors student achievement in theatre and has inducted more than 2.4 million students since it was founded in 1929, including Tom Hanks, Dick Van Dyke and Stephen Schwartz. To qualify a student needs 100 hours of documented and assessed theatre work that meets ITS standards and culminates in a public performance. Timothy Wright surpassed rigorous performance levels with PTISD 2020 GRADUATE PTISD 2020 GRADUATE over 2,100 hours of Anita Aycock Honor Rank Timothy Wright - ITS Rank performance, leadership, and theatre community service in his high school a dance captain in Mary Poppins, and In addition, 12 Pine Tree Students career. Notable Pine Tree earned recognition from UIL as the have joined several thousand Thespians roles include Bert in Mary Poppins, Outstanding Lighting Technician in One nationwide who are attending the Virtual Porthos in Three Musketeers and Mr. Act Play for the last two years.

International Thespian Festival. Our Bumble and Fagin in Oliver plus UIL Pine Tree Troupe #2309 inducted 11 new students are interacting with Celebrity One Act Play All Star Cast awards every members and honored 28 members for directors, actors, and technicians in year. Timothy will major in musical their performance or technical achievement Zoom sessions, taking professional theatre in college. in theatre this year. Jerusalem Briseno, theatre workshops and dance and Another 2020 graduate Anita Aycock Madisyn Harrell, DeAceon Jones and Taiya stagecraft classes as well as attending and achieved Honor Scholar Rank for over Ward earned Honor Thespian Status with critiquing live-streamed performances!

800 hours of theatre performance and over 600 hours each representing Pine Tree Congratulations Timothy Wright and technical work that culminated in a with the International Thespian Theatre Anitha Aycock and the ITS Pine Tree public performance. Anita played Oliver Honor Society.

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CHRISTA JEFFERY Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: University of Texas in Tyler Major: Computer & Software Engineering Honorary Teacher: Micheal. T. Palmer “If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” - Maya Angelou KALEA KENNEY Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Prairie View A&M University Major: Accounting Honorary Teacher: Christine Carroll “She wasn’t scared of the fire. She was the fire.”

HAYNES KING Texas College Core Complete (Kilgore College) Current College: Texas A&M University Major: Business Honorary Teacher: Carla Williams Great things never come from comfort zones.

KEILA LARA-LEWIS Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Stephen F. Austin

Major: Interdisciplinary Studies in Early Childhood Education Honorary Teacher: Bitia Saravia “The best is yet to come” CRISTOPHER MACEDO-SANCHEZ Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Stephen F. Austin Major: Computer Science Honorary Teacher: David Temple “You may not rest now, there are monsters nearby.”

ASHLEY MARTIN Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Prairie View A&M University Major: Nursing Honorary Teacher: Mrs. Kimberly Turner “Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve.” - Napoleon Hill MICHAEL MAVHUNGA Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Sam Houston State University Major: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Honorary Teacher: My Mother , Sylverlene Williams

“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the Lord, and depart from evil. It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.” Proverbs 3:5-8: (KJV) VICTOR MENDOZA Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Kilgore College Major: Criminal Justice A.A.S. Honorary Teacher: Matthew Strange JUDSON MERCIER Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Kilgore College Major: Automotive Technology JULIA MILLER Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: LeTourneau University Major: Kinesiology Honorary Teacher: Issac Anders ”I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” -Philippians 4:13 Continued on Page 15

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ZOE PERRY Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: University of Texas at Arlington Major: Journalism Honorary Teacher: Dr. May CAMERON PHILLIPS Texas College Core Achievement Future College: Kilgore College Major: Computer science Honorary Teacher: Ms. Bellati “The process is way more important than the product!”

ADAM SANCHEZ Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Johnson & Wales University (Denver campus) Major: Baking & Pastry Arts and Food & Beverage Industry Management Honorary Teacher: Ms. Sarah McDaniel Saunders “With fierce determination, passion, and hard work, you can accomplish anything. Raw talent is not enough” - Pakku JORDAN SCOGGINS Texas College Core Achievement Future College: UT Tyler Major: Math and Science Honorary Teacher: Mr. Richardson “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.”

KAIDIN SIDES Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Stephen F Austin Major: Elementary Education Honorary teacher: Dr. May KAYLA SMITH Associate of Arts (Kilgore College) Future College: Centenary College of Louisiana Major: Pre-Med/ Biology Honorary Teacher: Mrs. Fitch ( English 2/ Brit Lit) “ I can do all thing through Christ who strengthens me, Philippians 4:13” DIAMOND SMITH Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future Plans: Workforce Honorary Teacher: Coach Hart “Never say goodbye because goodbye means going away and going away means forgetting.”

LUZ SOTO Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Stephen F. Austin Major: Nursing Honorary Teacher: Ms. Collins “It always seems impossible until it’s done.”

ALIVIA SUAREZ Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Stephen F. Austin Major: Nursing Honorary Teacher: Ms. Sybil Blacklock BRYSON SUMROW Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: United States Navy Major: Fire Controlman Aegis Honorary Teacher: Coach Hartt WHITNEY TAYLOR Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Texas A&M Major: Nursing Honorary Teacher: Ms. Collins “The most reliable way to predict the future is to create it.”

KEIVONNA TEMPLETON Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Kilgore College Major: Military Science Honorary Teacher: Major Beasley “Reach for the moon, you may just capture a star.”

MOIYA TOLIVER Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Howard University Major: Biology Honorary Teacher: Heather Gee “She believes she could, so she DID.” JOAQUIN TOVAR Texas College Core Achievement (Kilgore College) Future College: TJC Major: Sonography Honorary Teacher: Dr. May CHRISTY TRUONG Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: University of Texas at Arlington Major: Architecture Honorary Teacher: Dr. May “ Work hard in silence. Let your success speak for you. “ CARMEN VERMILLION Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Texas Christian University Major: Music - Vocal Performance Honorary Teacher: Dr. May “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life that you have imagined.”

ALANA WALKER Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Sam Houston State University Major: Criminal Justice

Honorary Teacher: Christine Carroll “I can do everything through Christ , who gives me strength” - Philippians 4:13 MAKAYLA WASHINGTON Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Texas College Major: Business Management Honorary Teacher: Talesha Roberts “Shoot for the stars because even if you fail you will still be floating with the clouds” ALEX VASQUEZ Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Kilgore College Major: Music Honorary Teacher: Mrs. Coots “Por más diplomas, cargo o dinero que tengas, cómo tratas a las personas es lo que define tu educación.”- Cantinflas POVSOCHEATA YOU [ANNIE] Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Kilgore College Major: Paralegal Honorary Teacher: Carla Williams “Man leaves a step on the moon while I lead a step toward making my name know KIRK JIMMERSON Associate of Arts Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Kilgore College Major: Process Technology MORGAN COYLE Associate of Science Degree (Kilgore College) Future College: Stephen F. Austin University Major: Nursing Honorary Teacher: Carla Brown “Difficult Roads often Lead to Beautiful Destinations.”

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The effects can be lethal, but generally there are symptoms that tip off those with type 2 diabetes that they have the affliction even though they can be mild to the point of going unnoticed. Common symptoms include: • Frequent urination, Chronic thirst, Feeling very hungry despite eating, Fatigue, Blurred vision • Cuts and bruises that are abnormally slow to heal, Noticeable weight loss even though the patient is actually eating more (Type 1).

Tingling/pain/numbness in hands and feet (Type 2) According to the American Diabetes Association, the medical community is committed to helping the millions of Americans who already have and are at risk of this illness. Education is a prime treatment. Informing the whole world about diabetes, its causes, effects and treatments is the purpose of the following questions and answers.

What does excess weight have to do with diabetes?

As is the case with many physical ailments being overweight is a major factor, but there are other aspects to consider. Person’s amount of physical activity, family histories, ethnicity and age must also be taken into account. Too many are under the misconception that weight is the sole cause of type 2 diabetes, but many type 2 sufferers are either only slightly overweight or not overweight at all. Still, dietary habits are significant.

Does eating sweets and sugars cause diabetes?

Any diet high in calories (including sugar) contributes to weight gain, which is certain to place one at risk for type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is determined mainly by genetics, lifestyle and other, unknown

Community health and AIDS combined. Being diabetic nearly doubles the risk of heart attack. On the plus side diabetes is an illness that can be managed.

DIABETES PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT: FROM HELEN DANIELS, MD Two primary things determine the development of anything in life – GENETICS and ENVIRONMENT. While we can do nothing to change our genetic predisposition to diabetes, we HELEN DANIELS, MD can do our best to decrease our risk and/ or delay onset of disease by optimizing our ENVIRONMENT, that is, optimizing the bodies in which we live. LIFESTYLE CHOICES will dictate this and only we can determine this.

Here are some goals to aim for in the path to prevention.

LOSE excess body FAT, and in particular belly fat. Being overweight or obese are major

By Joycelyne Fadojutimi risk factors for diabetes. factors which precipitate the MAINTAIN CALORIE disease, but not by sugar intake. CONTROLS – with a high Do sugary beverages trigger proportion of lean meats , fish , diabetes? vegetables and fruits in smaller Research indicates that portions, while avoiding food drinking sugary beverages high in carbohydrate contents, is indeed a cause of type saturated fats and processed 2 diabetes. The American foods. At each meal or snack Diabetes Association there should be a combination recommends avoiding sugarof protein, healthy fat and fiber. sweetened drinks in order DRINK WATER. Replacement to head off type 2 diabetes. of high calorie sugarFurthermore, sugary drinks sweetened drinks which have also boost glucose (also known no nutritional value with water as blood sugar) levels by significantly reduces diabetes containing several hundred and obesity. calories per serving.

ENGAGE in regular A single 12-ounce can PHYSICAL ACTIVITY. of regular soda contains Current recommendations are approximately 150 calories and for 150 minutes of moderate 40 grams of carbohydrates--in exercise, such as walking, other words the same amount weekly. as in ten teaspoons full of sugar!

DE- STRESS. High levels Sugar-sweetened beverages of stress induce hormones include such drinks as: Regular that predispose to the soda, Fruit punch, Fruit drinks, development of diabetes.

Energy drinks, Sports drinks, Find time to relax daily.

Sweet tea and other sugary Get a good night’s SLEEP. drinks.

Chronic sleep deprivation and/ As a disease, how serious or poor sleep quality increases is diabetes? risk for diabetes.

Know the warning sings Every year diabetes kills ( increased thirst, urination , more people that breast cancer

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hunger, weight loss, itching) and see your doctor for an ANNUAL PHYSICAL EXAM which will also include screening labs for common diseases.

Diabetes Management Should diabetes develop, all hope is not lost.

Your doctor in conjunction with you, will develop an individualized patient centered approach to the treatment of your disease with an array of meds available, Your goal is to KNOW YOUR NUMBERS and to start and maintain the lifestyle changes previously outlined in order to get to those targets.

Here are some numbers to know.

Glucose Levels: While blood sugar levels are individualized, the ADA recommends the following target for most nonpregnant adults with diabetes Hb A1C <7% or an average glucose reading of 154 mg/dl Fasting blood sugars of 80-130 2-hour Post meal sugars of <180 BP goal of < 140/90 Cholesterol levels.

Improve your cholesterol profile. Bad cholesterol ( LDL ) targets no longer apply, however obtaining values of < 100 with improved good cholesterol ( HDL ) levels of > 40 are preferred.

The current standard of care recommends use of a lipid lowering agent or statin in all diabetics, regardless of how good the cholesterol profile is, due to a significantly increased risk of cardiovascular events in patients with diabetes.

The American diabetic association (ADA) recommends that you be SMART, that is, that you set Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Relevant Time-bound goals.

It’s your destiny that hangs in the balance and attaining well planned, timely, worthy goals leads to freedom.

And as always be forever in pursuit of YOUR ULTM8 IDL.