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From Farm to Turbine

February 17, 2020 Leave a Comment

Sweetwater woman reflects on leaving the family farm to become a plane mechanic during World War II A smile crosses the face of Jessie Lou McReynolds as she scans the cavernous museum full of vintage airplanes, displays, and other World War II memorabilia, reminding her of some of the happiest years of her life. McReynolds turned 98 on June 8 and still has vivid memories of … [Read more...]

Everything’s Coming Up Rosie Evans

September 16, 2019 1 Comment

Rosie Evans Dad

Just five days after her fourth birthday, Ivy Rosie Evans was diagnosed with Stage V bilateral Wilms Tumor. Cancer. The word no parent ever wants to hear became a harsh reality for Ted and Allicyn Evans, and they plunged into the nightmare of chemo, hospitals, scans, tests and all the pokes and prodding that come with treatment. Through the journey, Abilene embraced Rosie and … [Read more...]

Everyday Heroes: Sergio Aguillon

January 30, 2019 Leave a Comment

Sarah Millsap’s errand to stop and pick up some Cherry 7UP for her uncle seemed simple enough. But four grocery stores and two convenient stores later, it became apparently more complex. In a final attempt, she called the United Supermarket on South 14th Street where she talked to grocery manager Sergio Aguillon and decided to tell him the whole story behind her request: her … [Read more...]

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