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Serving Malakoff, Cedar Creek Lake, and Henderson County
By Erik Walsh The News Staff MALAKOFF–Texas public schools using the STAAR-readiness tool CSCOPE have recently come under fire from conservative groups for teaching an anti-Christian, anti-American and pro-Islamic curriculum with a “hidden agenda.” Malakoff ISD Superintendent Randy Perry updated Malakoff Rotarians about the situation during their weekly meeting May 7 and said the claims
Oct
19
Posted by : | On : October 19, 2012
By Michael V. Hannigan
The News Staff
MALAKOFF — The tone was set early in Malakoff’s 70-8 win over the Kemp Yellowjackets Friday night.
The Tigers kicked off to start the game and Kemp fumbled, with Marcus Dowell recovering for Malakoff. On their first play from scrimmage, the Tigers found the end zone on a 22-yard strike from Tate Taylor to Stephan Wolfe.
Fourteen seconds into the game, and the Tigers were up 7-0.
It was the closest the Yellowjackets would be all night.
Oct
15
Posted by : | On : October 15, 2012
By Erik Walsh
The News Staff
The Malakoff City Council agreed to amend a city ordinance Monday, Oct. 8, effectively increasing how much residents will pay for their water and sewer bill.
The move increases minimums $1.25 per month for residential water and $2.58 per month for sewer, making the total for these utilities $27 for water and $17 for sewer.
The additional charges per $1,000 gallons will not be changing.
The city was told it was not charging enough for water and sewer back in April, following a rate study by a non-profit group.
Harold Hunter of Community Resource Group, Inc. told the council that at the current rates, the water and sewer fund would be running at a loss in the coming year.
“You are not going to generate enough revenue to cover your costs,” Hunter said at that time.
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Oct
15
Posted by : | On : October 15, 2012
The Malakoff Young Farmers entered the First Place float in the 2012 Malakoff Homecoming Parade on Friday. To see more photos, check out our Facebook photo album.
Oct
13
Posted by : | On : October 13, 2012
2012 Homecoming King and Queen are Cesar Garcia and Korah Crockett.
Oct
13
Posted by : | On : October 13, 2012
By Michael V. Hannigan
The News Staff
The Malakoff Tigers running game is become a dangerous weapon, as Lone Oak learned Friday night.
Coach Jamie Driskell’s Tigers rushed for more than 300 yards, including a four-touchdown, 160-yard effort from junior Damontes Dowell, to power a 41-20 victory over the Buffaloes.
And while Damontes Dowell provided the the zip, cousin Marcus Dowell and quarterback Tate Taylor added the boom with 90 and 70 yards respectively.
Taylor added 80 yards on 6-of-12 passing. Stephan Wolfe also had a 48-yard completion to Terrance Scott on a nifty reverse halfback pass in the second half.
Scott wound up with three catches for 77 yards.
The win was big for the Tigers, keeping them near the top of the District 7-2A standings at 2-1 (5-2 overall). Lone Oak fell to 1-1 in district (4-2).
Oct
12
Posted by : | On : October 12, 2012
From Staff Reports
Once again, Malakoff and Eustace volleyball players will be teaming up to “Dig Pink.”
Dig Pink is a national effort to “further breast cancer awareness, education and patient services.”
“We are once again teaming up with Eustace ISD to raise money and awareness for for the fight against cancer,” said Malakoff girls athletics coordinator Emily Martinez.
The two schools have been joining forces for the effort for the past three years.
Malakoff will be hosting a “Pink Out” at its next two home volleyball games, which are Friday, Oct. 12, and Tuesday, Oct. 16.
T-shirts are on sale for $12. There are two different designs available, one in pink and one in grey.
To purchase shirts, call the high school at 903-489-1527.
Oct
12
Posted by : | On : October 12, 2012
Malakoff homecoming court includes: back row from left, seniors Luke Dandridge, Wyatt Hunt, Tate Taylor, Cesar Garcia; third row from left, seniors Megan Dalrymple, Gina Cook, Sadie Woolverton, Korah Crockett; second row from left, juniors Deric Greenhaw and Georgina Salazar, sophomores Raylee Stearman and Stephan Wolfe; front row from left, freshmen Hannah Kimble, Alec Olsen, and Allie Dalrymple. (Michael V. Hannigan Photo)
It is homecoming day in Malakoff. Here’s the schedule for tonight’s events.
The Malakoff Education Foundation also has several events planned, which you can read about here.
The Malakoff Young Farmers will be holding its Fall Stampede Saturday, Oct. 13. Read about that here.
Oct
11
Posted by : | On : October 11, 2012
Malakoff McDonald’s owners Jeaneane and Kevin Lilly (left) present a donation to Malakoff Education Foundation President Ricky Armstrong. (Courtesy Photo)
The Malakoff Education Foundation (MEF) will hold a Homecoming Pregame Tailgate Event 5:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, next to Tiger Stadium.
The event kicks off the foundation’s fundraising campaign and will include live music, games and free hot dogs. The first 50 people to register with the MEF will win a free T-shirt.
Door prizes will include a $250 grand prize, donated by The Learning Express; a family fun pack, donated by LaQuinta Inn of Gun Barrel City and Movie Star Cinema, which includes hotel accommodations and a four-pace to a the movies; and popcorn and gift card from Jalopy Joe’s.
Check out the Malakoff Education Foundation website.
Oct
11
Posted by : | On : October 11, 2012
State Sen. Robert Nichols met yesterday with school superintendents from Cherokee, Anderson and Henderson counties to talk about education issues and the upcoming Legislative Session. I’m working on a story for next week, but two quick things I noticed: It looks like the meeting took place in Athens, and in the above photo distributed by the senator’s office, that’s Cross Roads ISD Superintendent Clay Tompkins (left) sitting next to Nichols.
– Michael V. Hannigan
Oct
08
Posted by : | On : October 8, 2012
From Staff Reports
The Malakoff Ex-Students’ and Alumni Association will be celebrating homecoming with a variety of events Oct. 12-14.
The Malakoff Exes Homecoming Parade will be held Friday, Oct. 12. Line up on Jackson Street, in front of the Old Rock Building at 5 p.m. The parade will start at 5:30 p.m., and will end at the high school. If you would like to participate in the parade, call 903-489-8118.
The Tigers will take on Lone Oak at 7:30 p.m., with the homecoming king and queen crowned before the game.
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