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Drowning death in Sanctuary

Parker County Sheriff’s Office and Briar-Reno Fire Department responded to a drowning at a residence in the 1900 block of Ash Creek Drive in Sanctuary over the weekend of August 8. The victim was a 2-year-old boy.

Star readers

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The Springtown Public Library’s Summer Reading Challenge wrapped up with awards and winners. The top three winners were: 1st place, Cara Yount (top); 2nd place, Cait Yount (bottom left); and 3rd place, Ella Yount (bottom right). Others who received awards were Briten and Addisen Weber, Jaci Bailey, Juli Maris, and Skyla Medina. “We are so thrilled that we have such wonderful readers!” Library Director Andie D’Avignon said. Photos courtesy Springtown Public Library

Parker County residents hold human trafficking march

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Around 300-400 people from Weatherford and surrounding areas in Parker County showed up at Heritage Park in Weatherford on Sunday, Aug. 16 at the Save Our Children rally to take a stand against human trafficking.

Welcome to SISD!

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Chamber Ambassadors helped fill 50 gift bags on Aug. 12. The bags were delivered to new teachers at Springtown ISD as a way to welcome them to the district. Several local businesses helped donate 58 different items to fill the bags. Photos by Vanessa Pham

Texas colleges, universities prepare for fall semester

As the start of fall semester approaches, Texas colleges and universities are finalizing their protocols for on-campus learning and living.

Landlords can begin filing evictions for nonpayment Aug. 25

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) has offered some measure of protection for tenants during the COVID-19 pandemic in putting a moratorium on evictions until July 25 and requiring all landlords to serve tenants a written 30- day Notice to Vacate.

On the Square Guns and Ammo

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For those in the market for a new firearm, or ammunition and accessories for the ones they already own, look no further than On the Square Guns and Ammo.

PCSO to host blood drive

The Parker County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a quarterly blood drive Thursday, Aug. 27, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the south parking lot of the PCSO.

Marching along

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The Sound of Springtown Band kicked off sectional rehearsals this week at the high school. Practices will continue for the rest of marching season. Photo by Vanessa Pham

LOCAL ARRESTS

The following individuals list addresses in Spring-town or Poolville and were arrested from July 26-Aug. 11 for driving while intoxicated or felony offenses.