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SHS speech/debate announce leadership team

Each year, Speech and Debate members select students to make up their leadership team. According to Seminole High School teacher Savanna Winn, these students help with fundraising, tournament logistics, and community engagement.

The 2020-2021 Speech and Debate Leadership Team consists of the following students: Cathryn Johnson, president; Reese Cooper, vice president; Payton Carter, secretary, Bradley Everett, treasurer; Michael Fehr; and event planners Moises Ybaben- Burciaga, Alayna Amen, Sky Reyes, and Michah Smith.

The Seminole Art Walk

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The Seminole Art Walk, initially scheduled for March 24, debuted on Saturday, July 25 featuring creative displays by local artists. The brain-child of event coordinator Morgan Guffey, the evening allowed residents the opportunity to witness the talents of Gaines County artisans, craftsmen, and musicians. Much of the work was displayed in the Ambassador Room on Main Street and local businesses.

70th Anniversary Celebrated

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John and Geneva Cornett celebrated their 70th Anniversary on September 1st.

They grew up in Seagraves and graduated from Seagraves High School. They moved to Gatesville in 2002.

The couple have five children, 15 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and three buns in the oven.

The Sunbeam auto pop up toaster, shown in the photo, was a wedding present that is still being used. Only repair was replacement of the cloth wrapped cord.

If you would like to send them a card please send it to: John and Geneva Cornett, 120 Oakgrove Road, Gatesville, Texas 76520.

Lion recalls presidential fundraiser

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Seminole Mayor John Belcher attended President Donald Trump’s recent fundraiser in Midland and spoke about the experience during the local Lions Club meeting Tuesday, August 18. The meeting, held at the First Methodist Church of Seminole, was led by newly elected club president Jessica Parkey.

Woman in the Mirror: Fashion trend redo

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Most people would concur that 2020 has been a bust, and unfortunately, there are still four months to endure. I had not checked out current fashion trends for women over sixty until now, and it looks like I am going back to 2019. This year’s styles are not for me.

Loop ISD to provide school supplies to students

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Charla Scott, starting her 26th year at Loop ISD and her second term as principal of the k-12 campus, wanted to aid her 153 students and parents during this difficult time. She, along with Superintendent Heath Blackmon, decided to lighten the financial struggle in the community. The principal said her plan, immediately supported 100% by her superintendent, was to provide free school supplies for all students enrolled at their facility, and the process is currently underway.

Showcasing Green Thumbs in Seminole

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To continue the summer tradition of recognizing outstanding lawns and gardens in and around Seminole, the Sentinel will be choosing a winning yard during the second and fourth weeks of July, August, and September.

Each yard selected will receive a $25 gift certificate to Blumenflor compliments of owner Sue Wiebe. Anyone wishing to nominate a yard is asked to call the paper at 432.758.3667 or the Seminole Sentinel will contact the winners to take photos which will be highlighted in the paper.

VBS-Familiar Content, New Format

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In some area churches, the longanticipated summer ritual of Vacation Bible School has revamped considerably to protect its participants from COVID-19.

It’s Official... We’re Engaged

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Mr. and Mrs. James Ottaberry of Blackwell, TX, formerly of Seminole, are pleased to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter Sarah to Jarod Wall of Oklahoma City. Sarah is the granddaughter of Sue and Gene A. Jones of Seminole, Tx. Sarah is a 2017 graduate of Blackwell High School.

Jarod is the son of Melodie and Brian Wall of Lake Worth, TX, and the grandson of Gerry and Bob York of Ft. Worth, TX. He is a 2016 graduate of Azle High School, Azle, TX.

Texans could receive up to a year of unemployment benefits under second extension of aid

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Texans receiving unemployment could be eligible for a total of 52 weeks of benefits — double the typical amount of time aid is available — as the state triggered an extended benefits period, according to the Texas Workforce Commission.