By Michael V. Hannigan The News Staff ATHENS — When the Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF) filed paperwork with the county last week to display an atheist banner on the Courthouse lawn in December, one of the questions percolating behind the scenes was: “Does it have to be this banner?” The question wasn’t officially
By Michael V. Hannigan The News Staff It is livestock show time in Henderson County, when area residents celebrate the passing of a farming tradition on to youth. But this year’s show comes in the shadow of worry over federal bureaucracy and possible changes to a way of life. In September 2011, the U.S. Department
By Michael V. Hannigan The News Staff ATHENS — It took a couple of weeks longer then expected, but Henderson County commissioners approved a premises use policy this week to “clarify and memorialize” the way county property is used. The policy covers rules for using county property for rallies or demonstrations, including when to apply
By Michael V. Hannigan The News Staff The man who filed a complaint with the state against Henderson County Judge Richard Sanders in connection with the continuing nativity scene controversy has changed his mind. San Antonio atheist Patrick Greene filed a complaint with the Texas State Commission on Judicial Conduct earlier this month, saying, “By
By Michael V. Hannigan The News Staff The History Channel is bringing back what it calls the first extreme sport: jousting. And PRCA World Champion Steer Wrestler and form er Henderson County resident Rope Myers is right in the middle of the action. Myers is one of 16 competitors on The History Channel’s Full Metal
Nov
22
Posted by : | On : November 22, 2011
From Staff Reports
The Malakoff Lady Tigers have jumped out to a quick start this basketball season, rolling to a 4-1 record.
After winning their opener last week against Rice, the Lady Tigers played in the Slocum Tournament and won their first two games.
First, Malakoff overcame a slow start to beat Overton, 54-40. The Lady Tigers were led by
Nov
19
Posted by : | On : November 19, 2011
By Michael V. Hannigan
COLLEGE STATION – History closed its book on the Malakoff Tigers’ 2011 season Friday night following a 24-7 area round playoff loss to the East Chambers Buccaneers.
But the Tigers made History stand up and take notice this year. Malakoff finished with a 9-3 record on the year, and is 26-8 in the first three seasons of head coach Jamie Driskell’s tenure, which is his first stint as head coach.
The Tigers three-year run under Driskell is the school district’s best ever, topping the 24-5 record posted by the 1947-48-49 squad. Last season
Nov
18
Posted by : | On : November 18, 2011
Kurt Budke
UPDATE: With statement from TVCC
Oklahoma State University officials confirmed this morning that head women’s basketball coach Kurt Budke was killed Thursday night in a plane crash in central Arkansas.
Also killed was assistant coach Miranda Serna and two others not associated with the university.
“The Oklahoma State family is devastated by this tragedy,” said OSU President Burns Hargis. “Our hearts and prayers go out to the families of Kurt Budke, Miranda Serna and the other victims.”
Budke is best known in Henderson County as the head coach of the Trinity Valley Community College Lady Cardinals from 1993-2000. During that time,
Nov
17
Posted by : | On : November 17, 2011
The Malakoff Lady Tigers opened up the basketball season with a home win over Rice Tuesday night, 47-26.
The Lady Tigers jumped out on top early, outscoring Rice 17-7 in the first quarter, and never looked back.
Malakoff was on its game defensively, picking
Nov
12
Posted by : | On : November 12, 2011
By Michael V. Hannigan
GROESBECK – By the fourth quarter Friday night, the playoff monkey on Malakoff’s back looked about the size of King Kong.
Well that’s another empty ape suit gone.
The Malakoff Tigers rallied late to beat Little River Academy 10-3 at Groesbeck Stadium, giving Malakoff its first playoff win since 1998 and Jamie Driskell his first playoff victory ever.
The Tigers (9-2) advance to take on East Chambers next Friday at 7 p.m. at A&M Consolidated in College Station.
The win didn’t come easy. When the third quarter ended
Nov
07
Posted by : | On : November 7, 2011
WHAT: Malakoff vs. Little River Academy in bi-district playoff action
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11
WHERE: Groesbeck — here is a link to information about the stadium. On the site is a button that will help you map a route.
WHO: The Tigers are playing the Little River Academy Bumblebees, the No. 3 seed from District 12-2A. Here is a link to their Maxpreps page listing their game-by-game results for the year.
HELP: The Malakoff Athletic Boosters are collecting donations to provide a charter bus for the Tigers. According to information released by the Boosters: “Due to budget cuts that school districts across the state have had to implement this year, it is difficult for the school to provide a charter bus for the team, as they have historically done. Please show this team, this staff and this community that we appreciate and support a winning football program in Malakoff by making a donation to the Booster Club’s charter bus drive. Any size donation is appreciated and will help send our Tigers off in style!” Donations can be dropped off at the high school office.
MORE TO COME? Watch The Malakoff News Facebook Page and website for more information — I think playoff shirts and a possible community pep rally are in the works.
Nov
04
Posted by : | On : November 4, 2011
By Michael V. Hannigan
This wasn’t the ending the Malakoff Tigers wanted. With a District 11-2A title on the line, the Tigers stumbled at home against Crockett Friday night, 36-0.
The loss on the final night of the regular season drops the Tigers’ record to 8-2, 4-1 for the year. Crockett improved to 9-1, 5-0.
The Tigers will be traveling to Groesbeck next Friday night to play Little River Academy
Nov
04
Posted by : | On : November 4, 2011
By Michael V. Hannigan
The Malakoff Tigers made school football history by earning their third straight playoff berth this year. Going back to 1927, this season will mark the Tigers’ 13th playoff appearance, with back-to-back showings in 1939-40, 1998-99 and 2005-06.
Locally, fans debated whether Malakoff locked up a playoff spot with last week’s win over Elkhart or two weeks ago by beating Teague. But of this there is no question: Last week’s 48-18 romp over the Elks gave the Tigers the best three-year record in school history at 25-6 (so far).
That puts the modern Tigers ahead of the 1946-47-48 squad,
Oct
31
Posted by : | On : October 31, 2011
The Cedar Creek Cowboys
The Cedar Creek Cowboys, a Malakoff select baseball team, won the Deep East Texas World Series this past weekend in Marshall. The Cowboys were undefeated in tournament games. Pictured are, back row from left, coaches Stephen Burkhalter, Derek Rogers, David Strawn, Bill Borchardt; middle row from left, Jensen Smith, Cory Strawn, Hunter Davis, Cody Strawn; front row from left, Trent Harris, Joshua Wilson, Kobe Borchardt, Cameron Rogers, Chandler Carter, Dalton Burkhalter, and Kobey Roberts.
Oct
29
Posted by : | On : October 29, 2011
Malakoff senior Trevor Chambers (5) gave the Tigers a big boost early in the third quarter. Here he gets to the outside on a long run.
By Michael V. Hannigan
The News Staff
The Malakoff Tigers are headed to the playoffs for a school-record third consecutive time after beating Elkhart Friday night, 48-18.
The win improves Malakoff’s record to 8-1, 4-0 on the year. Over the first three seasons of head coach Jamie Driskell’s tenure, the Tigers are a combined 25-5. The accomplishment is even more amazing considering the two years before Driskell’s arrival Malakoff was a combined 1-19.
Friday night the Tigers got off to a slow start, but outscored Elkhart 27-0 in the second half to break open a close game. Malakoff was up 21-18 at the half.
Malakoff was led by senior quarterback Jacob Teague, who threw
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