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LatestHigh School Graduation This Thursday & Friday
Two hundred and sixty students will cross the stage to graduate this week from Freestone County’s public high schools. What an accomplishment, for not only the students, but their families as well. Congratulations! Fairfield...
Community
LatestBirdston Cemetery Memorial, Lunch & Meeting May 24
Birdston Cemetery Association will host their Annual Memorial Day Lunch & Meeting beginning 12:00 noon on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Meal will be catered by Farmhouse Restaurant of Mexia. Lunch will be served at 12:00 noon...
Sports
LatestFHS Softball Camp Planned May 27-29
Fairfield High School is holding their annual Softball Camp on May 27-29, 2026, from 9:00 -11:30 a.m. daily at the High School Softball Fields. Registration is now open for incoming Second through Nineth Grade Students. For more...
Courthouse News
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Early Voting Starts Friday, Election Day May 26 for Primary Run-Off Elections
Early Voting ends Friday for the Primary Run-Off Elections for the Republican and Democratic...
Obituaries
LatestMary Earline Swain
Mary Earline Swain passed away leaving behind a lifetime of love, laughter, and service to others. A respected educator and real estate broker, Earline spent her life helping people – whether guiding students in the...
Columns
LatestMovie Review: Mortal Kombat II and Obsession
Double Feature – “Mortal Kombat II” and “Obsession” By Bob Garver With “The Devil Wears Prada 2” and “Michael” still ruling the domestic box office, I thought I’d give this week’s review spot to a couple of...
Viewpoints
LatestDead Noses Smell No Roses
Dr. Glenn Mollette May is a busy month with Mother’s day, graduations and Memorial day weekend activities. Hopefully these occasions have presented or are presenting you with opportunities to connect with friends and...
