Seven candidates vie for three spots in upcoming New Boston city elections

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Longtime mayor Johnny Branson will not seek seat after 44 years of service on February 25, 2020

Once again, New Boston city politics are heating up, as seven candidates have registered to run for three spots in city government. After 44 years of city government service, the last 24 of those as mayor, Johnny Branson will not seek re-election. Vying for his title will be Pastor Ron Humphrey, former American Legion Post #488 Commander Donald Evans, and former New Boston City Councilman Joe Dike.

Ron Humphrey said city growth is high on his list of priorities if elected mayor. “My desi...

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Bowie County Sheriff’s Report

Kenny

December 23, 2024

MONDAY Suspicious Circumstances-Patman Street Texarkana Assault on a Public Servant-North State Line Avenue Texarkana Burglary of a Building-County Ro...

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Christmas in DeKalb

December 18, 2024

A little rain didn’t hamper the community holiday spirit during the annual Christmas in DeKalb held last weekend. Those in attendace got to enjoy a mi...

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Barnes takes plea deal, gets 40 years

Judge, prosecutor agree to plea deal to spare children second trial

Kenny Mitchell Publisher

December 18, 2024

A New Boston woman has accepted a plea agreement from the State of Texas today on a host of Injury to a Child charges relating to charges filed agains...

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Maud ESports team maps its way to state championship match

Susan Lindsey Staff Reporter

December 18, 2024

For students at Maud High School, playing video games really is taking them places. The Cardinal Esports senior team has been crowned the Vanta Esport...

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This Week in History

Thirty Years Ago-1994

From the archives of The Bowie County Citizens Tribune

December 18, 2024

Thirty Years Ago-1994 Dear Santa, I want a go cart for Christmas. I also want a boy diary and I really want my two front teeth. If you have enough, co...

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What’s Happening

What?s happening at the American Legion Post 488 New Boston, TX

December 18, 2024

Club Room Operation Hours Sunday 12 PM - Close M-F 2 PM - Close Saturday 2 PM - 1 AM May close earlier Thursday - Dart Tournament Starts at 7:30 PM Fr...