10 years ago
Bio-fuels plant resolution approved by commissioners; Groupon campaign raises over $335k for K9 protective ballistic vests; Sheriff’s Office warns about dangers of meth use. Obituaries for the week: Jimmy Smith, 72, of Lufkin formally of Groveton; Nelson Ernest Truelove, 87, of Groveton; Shirley (Adler) Ray, 79, of Groveton.
20 years ago
Billy Avery retires from GHS with 39 years of service; Bennett Cemetery Marker dedication set for May 15th; GHS Band wins top honors in State Competition; 23 planes arrive at airport in “Fly-in” session. Obituaries for the week: Steve Edward Warren, 74, of Porter; James Oren “Bubba” Anderson, 50, of Groveton; Emmett Smith Jr., 82, of Huntsville, formally of Groveton: John Riley Robinson, 88, of Trinity; Nettie Bazar Phillips, 81, of Conroe; and Thelma Pegoda, 100, of Pennington.
30 years ago
Four charged in unusual marijuana cases; 13-year-old stabbed by classmate; Early voting underway. Obituaries for the week: Nellie Mae Cline, 82, of Trinity; Ruth Womack DeSola, 82, of Houston; and R.M. “Puss” Erwin, 81, of Lufkin.
