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Many file for election
A one-time Democratic candidate for county judge has entered the Republican Primary.
Charles Curtis is the second to file for the seat now held by David Holstein whose term ends Dec. 31.
Richard Sanders, who lost to Holstein in the 2002 Republican Primary, filed Dec. 3. Curtis, a Henderson County native is a retired educator and former school superintendent. He lost to Holstein in November, 2006. In that race, Holstein won a second term with 9,568 votes to Curtis’ 7,985.
Since the Athens Review last published a list of filees, County Treasurer Michael Bynum and County Clerk Gwen Moffeit, both Republicans, have filed for new terms. The lone Henderson County Democrat to file in the past week is longtime County Surveyor Jack Ward. Ward generally draws no opposition for the unpaid position.
Other filees to date in county races include three Democrats.
One is Precinct 4 County Commissioner Jerry West. West who was first elected in 1994, is currently the longest-tenured commissioner.
Precinct 1 Justice of the Peace Henry Ashford is hoping to keep his spot at the Henderson County Justice Center. Precinct 4 Justice of the Peace Sue Tarrant, who has held the office in Poynor since 1986, filed for a seventh term.
Republican Chairman Don Geddie’s updated list of candidates includes several incumbents.
Judge Dan Moore of the 173rd District Court hopes to return for a second term. County Court at Law No. 2 Judge Nancy Perryman is also bidding for another four years. Long-time County Court at Law No. 1 Judge Matt Livingston has also filed.
The Precinct 3 Justice of the Peace Sue Starnes, who has held the post since 1987, is challenged by Danny Bristow, a retired Tyler fireman.
Tommy Barnett in Precinct 5 and Milton Adams in Precinct 6, are so-far unopposed in their re-election bids.
Incumbent Wade McKinney, is so-far unopposed for Precinct 2 County Commissioner.
The retirement of Becky Hanks leaves an opening at District Clerk. Although others have voiced interest in the race, Jean Godwin is the lone filee so far, Geddie said.
There is one statewide candidate from Henderson County. Bill Burton of Athens has entered the Democratic Primary for Land Commissioner. The incumbent, Republican Jerry Patterson has also filed.
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Church construction continues
Above, the Rev. Leon Wallace of Faith Church views the base of the steeple which was salvaged after his church was one of three in Athens which fell victim to arsonists in January. The steeple sits in front of a new church building being constructed by Cooper Plastering. The new building is estimated to have a worth of about $500,000 when completed.
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Man eludes deputies
The Henderson County Sheriff’s Department continued to search Thursday for a man who eluded law officers in an automobile pursuit and foot chase near Coffee City.
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More offered during second event
The Athens Farmer’s Market happening again this Saturday. However, the next event has even more to offer than the kick-off event.
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Beekeeper says we are reason for honeybee decline
Honeybees bring more than just a taste of honey to the world, beekeeper Dick Counts told the Athens Rotary Club, Thursday.
Counts is the executive director of the East Texas Beekeepers Association. He says honeybees are amazing creatures that are among the most unusual and useful of God’s creations. -
AIS remodeling project continues
Workers from Brown Masonry brick a column as part of a remodeling project at Athens Intermediate School. Pictured, left to right are, Steve Justis, Supervisor Randy Teal, Marty Busby and John Hutchins.
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APD officers meet resistance
Law officers met resistance when they attempted to recover a stolen truck at a residence east of Athens Tuesday.
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New Seven Points Police Chief officially chosen
SEVEN POINTS — It’s OK to call Jack Nelson the Chief of Police in Seven Points now, It’s also been learned that there is a possible settlement between the former chief and the City of Seven Points.
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Man pulled over, then charged with marijuana possession
A 42-year-old man whose driving habits attracted the attention of a Henderson County Deputy was arrested Monday for possession of marijuana.
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Deadline approaches for 2011 county budget submission
The deadline is approaching for Henderson County Judge David Holstein to submit a proposed 2011 county budget.
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Elma Jo Harville Landers Asher
Services for Elma Jo Asher will be on Saturday, July 31, 2010 in Tomball. Burial will be in the Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery.
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