The 6th annual West Bowie County Back to School Bash returned to New Boston on Saturday with food and fun for all ages.

Camps get athletes geared up for coming school year

The New Boston Lions held youth camps this week starting on Monday morning for young people from 3rd through 8th grade. Camps included instruction in volleyball, football, basketball and softball for boys and girls who hope to one day be future high school athletes.

It is back-to-school for students of all ages, which means, parents are gearing up for back-to-school shopping. The National Retail Federation estimates that nearly $111 billion will be spent on back-to-school shopping this year. With the current inflationary environment, consumers are choosing cheaper alternatives and paying more attention to sales, coupons and discount retailers. Better Business Bureau reminds consumers that coming up with a game plan early on will go a long way this school shopping season.

TThe National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) today announced student Viola G. Lalugba from Wylie, TX, has been selected to become a member of the esteemed organization. The Society recognizes top scholars who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, scholarship and community commitment. The announcement was made by NSHSS Co-founder and President James W. Lewis. “On behalf of NSHSS and our co-founder Claes Nobel, a member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes, I am honored to recognize the hard work, passion and commitment that Viola has demonstrated to achieve this exceptional level of academic excellence,” said Lewis. “Viola is now a member of a unique community of scholars – a community that represents our very best hope for the future.” “We are proud to provide lifetime membership to young scholars to support their growth and development,” stated Lewis. “We help students like Viola build on their academic success by connecting them with learning experiences and resources to help prepare them for college and meaningful careers.” NSHSS members automatically become lifetime members at the time of their initial membership. Each step along the way – from high school to college to career – NSHSS connects outstanding young scholars with the resources they need to develop their strengths and pursue their passions. Viola G. Lalugba is the granddaughter of Ms. Norvelle Traylor Walker and the daughter of the proud parents, Mr. Alpha and Dr. Callie Lalugba, and brother, Simeon Lalugba, residents of Wylie, Texas. We are all so very very proud of you Viola.

By Joesph Spearsjspears@bowiecountynow.com State representative Gary VanDeaver met with Hooks ISD staff and two Hooks students that placed in the UIL Congress Debate State Championship and awarded