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Heat advisory expanded to Montague and Cooke Counties

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Updated: 11 a.m. Tuesday, the Heat Advisory has been extended to include Montague, Cooke and Grayson Counties. 
U.S. Weather Service - Fort Worth
307 AM CDT Tue Jul 17 2018

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This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for North and Central Texas.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.
Isolated thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and evening
northeast of a Gainesville to Canton line. Gusty downburst winds
and lightning strikes will be the primary hazards.

A Heat Advisory is in effect in the vicinity of Interstate 35 where
high temperatures will reach or exceed 103 degrees.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday.
Hot conditions are forecast across a majority of North and Central
Texas from midweek into the upcoming weekend. Actual temperatures
should climb into the 101 to 108 degree range, with heat index values
between 105 to 110 degrees for the mid to late week period. These
conditions can increase the potential for heat-related illnesses.
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Comic Book Day mini-convention planned

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Enjoy a free comic book day mini-convention 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 4 at the Bowie Public Library in conjunction with Freakz & Geeks of Bowie.
There will be arts and crafts, comics, a costume contest, special guests, BTXFG exclusive swag give-aways, a video game high-score tournament, vendors and more.
Whether you’re a cosplayer ready to break out your costume, a gaming fanatic looking to throw down, or simply looking for a day of family-friendly fun and entertainment, there’s something for everyone at the Mini Con.
Don’t miss out – come join the festivities and support your local Freaky Geeky community.

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Gold-Burg Bears earn spot at regionals with one-act play

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Gold-Burg High School’s one-act play, “Interview,” advanced out of area competition Friday earning a place on the stage for regionals along with Slidell and Avery. Saint Jo received the alternate play.
The Bears will travel to Plano on April 26 for regional 1A University Interscholastic League competition, the last stop before state. Director Linda Fitzner said she will provide additional details on times and locations as soon as they are released to her.
Corbin Gilbert received All-Star cast, Arin Turner and Levi Hellinger, received honorable mention All-Star cast and Lexie Eat received the outstanding sound award. Fitzner said she is so “Proud of our Bears.”

Read the full story that includes results for Saint Jo and Bowie in the mid-week Bowie News.

Pictured above: Gold-Burg High School’s cast and crew of its one-act play at area. (Courtesy photo)

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First ever ‘Rhymin’ at the Justin coming April 26

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Officials with the Nocona Chamber of Commerce, Nocona VFW and LG Lemons Art Gallery are happy to announce the first ever poetry, prose, and tall tales event called “Rhymin’ at the Justin.”
The presentations are scheduled for 6 p.m. on April 26 at the H.J. Justin Community Room at 100 Clay in downtown Nocona. Area writers such as David Smith from Waxahachie and others from as far away as Cache and Duncan, OK, Decatur, and Wichita Falls who have a passion for “wordsmithing” will read or recite some of their original material.
The event is free to the public. Table seating will be available for all and you may bring your own dinner and drinks, if you wish. No glass bottles, please. Call or text Larry G Lemons at 940-366-5782, if you need more information.
This new event joins the popular musical jam welcoming area musicians the last Saturday of each month.

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