Looking Back

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10 years ago 

World-renowned metal detector pioneer Garrett dies; SR20 Holdings; “looking for a host” for bio-fuels plant in Trinity County; Child Abuse Awareness Month recognized; Senseless deaths on rise due to distracted drivers. Obituary for the week: Charles Lewis Garrett, 83, of Garland.

20 years ago 

Historical marker, plaque for courthouse unveiled; Chamber banquet Thursday; Meth lab raided by Trinity County Sheriff’s Department. Obituaries for the week: Loyd Delno Hathorn, 86, of Nogalus Prairie; Bernice Ora Maddox, 75, of Trinity; Tommie Teresa (Teecie) Martin Roden, 73, of Westville; and Sollie Frank Magee, 95, of Crockett, formally of Pennington. 

30 years ago 

County hires Tommy Wyse as VA Service Officer; Friday Appreciation BBQ April 22; Sue Conarroe to retire; Council back to work enforcing “Weed ordinance”. Obituaries for the week: Raymond F. Lispcomb Sr., 78, of Groveton; Catherine Desiree’ Ringo, infant; John Elton Robert, 39, of Houston; and Viola Mae Andrews Stephens, 91, of Trinity.