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News December 27th, 2006
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No more ‘dog ate homework’ excuses in paperless classes
By SHARON KERR
      Two classes at Jasper Junior High School have gone “paperless,” meaning at least 75 percent of classroom instruction is by computer online, including textbooks, reference materials, quizzes and record keeping. Becky Wilson’s seventh and eighth grade language arts classes have been paperless for mo...
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No controversy at RCA board meeting
Secessionists don’t show
By SHARON KERR
      Only one person stood up to question the actions of the RCA (Rayburn Country Association) board and their committees at the monthly meeting Dec. 21. Several property owners have alleged that the board has been unresponsive to phone calls and written requests about road conditions and other problem...
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Newborns now tested to prevent complications
      The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is now testing “heel stick” blood samples from newborns for 26 disorders, with a 27th to be added early next year. Previously, newborns were screened for seven conditions. Dr.
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Grand jury names five
      The Jasper County grand jury indicted five individuals on five counts at its meeting Dec. 14 in Jasper County Criminal District Attorney Ted G. Walker’s final grand jury proceedings. Roy Earl McGar, 30, of Brookland, was indicted on assault against a public servant charges. McGar allegedly assault...
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First come, first served assistance at DETCOG
      The Deep East Texas Council of Governments is currently taking applications from homeowners whose property suffered damages as a result of Hurricane Rita, according to a recent press release.
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