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Graduates are all smiles as they prepare to embark on their next adventures in life. Monday night’s graduation ceremony marks their journey from high school into adulthood.</b>
Photo by Mary Mount Dunbar, Independent
Graduates are all smiles as they prepare to embark on their next adventures in life. Monday night’s graduation ceremony marks their journey from high school into adulthood.
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Class of ’13 graduates 192 students
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On Monday, May 13, 192 students crossed the stage at Loyd Auditorium in celebration of their last moments as Chester County High School seniors. All 2013 CCHS graduates were listed in last week’s Chester County Independent special graduation section. The following is a list of the honors and awards bestowed upon the graduates: 2012-2013 Honor Club Valedictorian Karina Bogard Salutatorian Ben Melton Remaining Top Ten Percent Maitlin Huet Cynthia Beene Melanie Hanson Laura Eaton Patrick Hatch Courtney Newsom Zach Phillips Tatum Adams Patience Cook Konner Lindsey Hunter Knight Sam...
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Cancer survivors launch their balloons during the 2012 American Cancer Society Relay For Life. This year’s event begins at 6 p.m. Friday, May 17.</b>
Relay For Life kicks off Friday evening
Relay For Life kicks off its annual festivities at 6 p.m. Friday, May 17, at Chester County High School. The overnight Relay will feature many exciting events, including a dog show, local talent p...
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City Board proposes amendments to sick leave and travel policies
Henderson Board of Mayor and Aldermen met in regular session on Thursday, May 9. The Board considered proposed amendments to the city travel and sick leave policies. Among the proposals are amendm...
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Community News
Making an Impact
by Marney Gilliam
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Imagine you are a 16-year-old awaiting your turn before the Juvenile Judge. You sit on those hard wooden pews, hands sweating, head down. Maybe you were caught for truancy, maybe it was theft. Wha...
Jacks Creek Community News
by Patsy Nobles Jones
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They may not be the Dallas Cheerleaders, but they represent Jacks Creek Elementary School with great sheers! Several daring community friends put on a fun show called a “womanless” beauty revue ov...
Deanburg Community News
by Carolyn Goff
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Hello Deanburg and Chester County. Hope everyone had a great week. As for me, I ended up in the hospital Tuesday for a short visit after having an endoscope and esophageal dilation. About two hour...
Education
Elementary students view all things wild
by Photos by James A. Webb, Independent
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Third-grade students from Chester County elementary schools were able to see and feel an array of wild creatures and plants during Ag Day May 3 at East Chester.
WEST CHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEWS
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Oh, how blessed we are at West Chester. Our parents have gone above and beyond for a wonderful Teacher Appreciation Week. The faculty and staff want to say “Thank you” for the week of meals and tre...
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Church Briefs
Choose To Be Happy
by Ronnie Mcbrayer, Keeping The Faith
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“There is something rotten in the state of Denmark.” That is a centuries old phrase from William Shakespeare’s masterpiece, “Hamlet.” Going back to your high school English class, you might rememb...
Concert at Grace Baptist Church May 19
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The gospel group “Renewed” will be in concert at 9:00 a.m. Sunday, May 19, at Grace Baptist Church in Henderson, located at 1202 Highway 45 North. The public is invited to attend.
Holly Springs United Methodist Church Rededication May 19
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Sunday, May 19, at 11 a.m. Holly Springs United Methodist Church will have a Rededication Service for the newly rebuilt storm damaged Sanctuary. The message will be provided by Brother Richard Cl...
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