20 years ago…
March 24, 2005
ADOPTION OF LOGAN AND NOAH BECOMES OFFICIAL
Twice as Nice could be the phrase used to describe the Double Blessing Mark and Donna Amos received on March 2, as the adoption of Logan and Noah became official.
Logan and Noah are twin four-year-olds who have been placed in the foster home of the Amos’ since June of 2003. They attend the Children’s Learning Tree and the First Baptist Church of Whitesboro.
The celebration began at the Amos’ home where Taylor Harris, WHS Bearcat Quarterback, picked up Logan and Noah in his family’s 1978 red Corvette. Upon arriving at the Middle School, the Amos family found the stage lined with Famous Amos cookie boxes and balloons. They were greeted by many friends and family members including Logan and Noah’s daycare buddies from Children’s Tree.
Master of Ceremonies Paige Harris, WMS Student Council President, opened the ceremony and introduced the Honorable Judge Nall from the 59th District Court. Judge Nall presided over the adoption procedures and was assisted by Brant Krueger, Attorney at Law.
After a reception hosted by the WMS Office staff, the Amos Family of Four traveled to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida.
“We have been truly blessed! We give God the glory for it all, and we thank everyone so much for their love and support,” said Mark and Donna.
30 years ago…
March 16, 1995
FFA BOOSTERS SET ANNUAL AUCTION
The Whitesboro FFA Boosters will hold their annual auction at 7 p.m. March 31 at the high school agriculture shop.
The event will feature a variety of items donated by local businesses, as well as baked goods. Consignment items will also be accepted this year.
Officials are currently accepting any merchandise donation for the auction, noted Agriculture Instructor Joe Russell. Contact either Russell or Doug Flanery at 564-6749 for information on activities.
The local livestock show for Whitesboro FFA will be held the following morning, beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the agriculture barn.
COLLINSVILLE SCHOOLS SCIENCE FAIR WINNERS ANNOUNCED
Dak Jones, Ben Light, Katrina Cundiff and the team of Paul and Carrie Covington and Gabe Burson recently claimed top honors in the school-wide science fair at Collinsville.
Jones, a second grade student, was selected grand champion in the 1-3 Division for a project describing “Metals Reaction to Heat.” Light a sixth grade pupil, placed first overall in the 4-6 Division with “Air -- The Invisible Force.” Cundiff, a seventh grade student, earned first place overall in the 7-8 Division with “Acid Bases and Neutralizers.” Paul and Carrie Covington and Burson earned first overall in the 9-12 Division with a mechanical robot.
Judged by educators not affiliated with the district, each project was rated on creative ability, scientific thought and engineering goals, thoroughness, skills and clarity.
40 years ago…
March 21, 1985
WHS CLUB WINS AWARDS IN DISTRICT
Whitesboro High School’s Chapter 1097 Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (VICA) brought home first place, second place, and fourth place medals from the District Seven Leadership and Skill Speed Contest conducted at Mount Pleasant High School March 8 and 9.
First place winners were Kenda Arnold, “Prepared Speech”; David Sanders, “Upholstering”; and Larry Ludlam, “Leatherworking Grades” and “Leatherworking Project.”
Second place winners, “Opening and Closing Ceremonies Team,” were Kenda Arnold, Danny Phelps. Dean Sinor, Rhonda Payne, Kay Eddings, Jimmy Hargesheimer and Joe Churchwell.
Fourth place winner was Dean Sinor, “Extemporaneous Speech.”
Joe Churchwell was elected district reporter for 1985-86 school year.
In addition to the above honors, Phelps was appointed district president and Miss Arnold district reporter for the 84-85 school year.
These winners will participate in the state contest on March 28-30 in the Dallas Convention Center.
60 years ago…
March 18, 1965
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: WALSH TEXACO SERVICE STATION
Gene and J.C. Walsh are owners of the Walsh Texaco Service Station, located at 202 W. Main Street in Whitesboro.
Gene purchased the station last April from D.D. Kaigler. Last November, J.C. bought half interest in the business, and they have been operating it as a partnership since that time.
Before going into the service station business, Gene was employed by the City of Whitesboro for seven years. J.C. was employed at Brookshear’s Food Store for 18 years.
Both are members of the First Baptist Church, both are members of the Masonic Lodge, Whitesboro Chamber of Commerce, and Quarterback Club.
Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Walsh have one son, Ricky. Mrs. Walsh is librarian at Whitesboro High School. Their home is at 112 Pecan Street.
Mr. and Mrs. Gene Walsh have two daughters, Karan and Donna. Their home is at 408 Third Street.
JUDD IS NAMED TO POST
Lynn Judd was elected president of the Whitesboro Jaycees at the meeting held last Thursday night. Other officers elected include Gerald Hedges, internal vice-president; James Hawkins, external vice-president; Glenn Moore, external vice-president; and Gordon Brookshear, inter-club director.
Officers will be installed officially at the annual Jaycee installation banquet to be held March 30 at 8 p.m. in the junior high school cafeteria.
Tickets for the event may be purchased from any Jaycee member for $1.50 per person.
Net proceeds from the banquet will be donated to the Grayson County Society for Crippled Children and Adults.