LANGSJOEN NAMED COMMENDED SCHOLAR
      Lauren Langsjoen, senior at The Brook Hill School, was selected as a 2008 National Merit Commended Scholar.
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TIP OF THE WEEK
Plant in winter for spring flowers
      Some favorite old-fashioned annuals should be planted in December or January for spring flowers. Scatter seeds of larkspur, cornflowers and poppies in prepared beds. Rake lightly, scatter the seeds, lightly cover and then water gently.
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Bank honors local for his service
      Austin Bank recently honored Rick Waldrop, Executive Vice President and Regional President, at its 2007 Service Award Luncheon. Waldrop was recognized for 10 years of service. He was one of 32 bank employees feted for outstanding service and longevity on the job at a luncheon held at the Willow...
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SPREADIING THE JOY
      The pre-kindergarten class of The Brook Hill Lower School presented "Ring Those Bells" on Tuesday, Dec. 11. The children sang songs and told the Christmas Story for their parents and fellow students. Above are the pre-kindergarten classes.
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Local residents conferred with degrees at UT Tyler
      Seven Bullard residents were among 651 degree candidates recognized by The University of Texas at Tyler in fall commencement ceremonies held Dec. 14 and 15. Bullard residents and their degrees are: Reggie Mark Smith, B.S., economics; Alaina Cannon, B.S.
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AARP looking for assistance
      Volunteers are needed to assist low and middle income tax payers, especially age 60 and older, to prepare their 2007 Federal Income Tax Returns. Volunteers may serve as a Counselor or a Client Facilitator. This is a free service provided by the AARP Foundation (a non-profit charity) in cooperati...
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BOWS OF HOLLY
      The Brook Hill Lower Schools third through fifth graders presented the Christmas Musical Drama, "Bows of Holly" by Dennis and Nan Allen on the evening of Dec. 13 before a standing room only crowd of families and friends.
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