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Alvarado's Chosen - August Yard of the Month

Life

Image: Edward Alvarado

Edward and Sharon Alvarado moved to Italy four years ago from Midlothian. This is their second time to be selected as Italy’s Yard of the Month and very well deserved. (Continued…)

Billy and Mary Copeland - Yard of the Month

Life

Image: Mary Copeland

Billy and Mary Copeland were honored as the recipients of “Yard of the Month” for July and after one look at their yard, you know why.

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Our fathers before us

Life

Image: David and Melinda South

Father’s Day is a time to remember your Dad and the good times you shared. It is a day to honor him. Father’s Day (this Sunday, June 20th) is celebrated on the third Sunday of June in fifty-five countries.

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Cream of the Crop-Share your favorite recipe

Life

Image: Yummy

Every person, big and small, has his own idea of the perfect dish of ice cream. Sandwiches, shakes or cones melting down your arm in the hot sun. Add-ins like M&M’s, cookie bits, fruit or granola go great on butter pecan, peach, strawberry, chocolate, vanilla, rocky road-the list is endless. (Continued…)

Shelley Nance Memorial Tree Dedication

Obituaries

Image: A portrait of Samantha Nance on display next to her tree

Samantha (Shelley) Nance, a brilliant artist and a 2007 IHS graduate, will continue to be lovingly remembered after her Memorial Garden dedication ceremony at Italy High School on Monday, May 24, held to honor her life. (Continued…)

Santa Letters

Life

Image: Santa waits for letters

Ho! Ho! Ho! Merry Christmas! What child wouldn’t want to write Santa Claus a letter and tell Santa just exactly what they want for Christmas? And then get a reply from Santa? The United States Post Office is making this possible again, this year. They are ready for Santa’s letters. (Continued…)

Italy's Citizen of the Month for November

Life

Image: Billy Copeland and Family

“I am flattered and honored to be the Citizen of the Month. I try to live my life with respect and take pride in my town,” said Billy Copeland. (Continued…)

Bring the World Into Your Home

Life

Cherie Timmes, Spanish teacher at Italy High School, took her very first exchange student into her home this fall. Her student, Anette, from Norway, settled into the Texas life with enthusiasm. (Continued…)

Fall fun for all to see

Life

Image: Pumpkin Creations

Fall is such a terrific time of year. The fall foliage, the crisp air and the fun events happening around town makes fall so special. We invite you to share your photos of your fall fun and festivities! (Continued…)

Engagement: Lindsay Brogdon and Seth Buchanan

Life

Image: Lindsey and Seth

Laura and Randy Brogdon of Italy, Texas, announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsey Brogdon, to Seth Buchanan, son of Earl and Jennifer Buchanan of Italy, Texas, and Roland and Kelly Cale of Waxahachie. (Continued…)

Man on stilts spotted on Hwy 34

Life

Image: Man on Stilts

As I was driving down Highway 34, Tuesday afternoon around 4:00 PM, I could not believe my eyes. I took a double take and yes I really did see a man walking down the highway on stilts. (Continued…)