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Alvin
Hospital news a boost for Alvin
As the city’s economic development director, Larry Buehler, went about his day Thursday, he said residents glowed about the project.
November 15, 2009 - News
Artwork brightens ACC campus
When Alvin Community College Senior Graphics Designer Joyce McMillan needed colorful designs to create inspirational banners for the main campus, she immediately thought of very special young artists.
November 13, 2009 - News
Christus St. Joseph to open hospital in Alvin
ALVIN — Civic leaders have spent years trying to lure a hospital to Alvin, and on Wednesday developers and Christus Health announced they plan to build an 86,000-square-foot facility off Highway 35, starting in 2010.
November 12, 2009 - News
Alvin seeks groups to perform Saturday
The city is looking for groups to perform in Battle of the Trash during the city’s Eco-Fest event Saturday. To participate, bands will have to trade guitars and drums for buckets and cans, said Wolfe, the city’s recreation manager.
November 12, 2009 - News
ACC to host annual poetry workshop
ALVIN — Alvin Community College will host its 34th annual Fall Poetry Workshop from 8 a.m. to about 1 p.m. Nov. 21.
November 12, 2009 - News
After slow start, Bucs slam Kempner
ALVIN — In a dominant offensive gem that consisted of 521 total yards and eight touchdowns, Brazoswood raced past Fort Bend Kempner, 52-29, in a Class 5A, Division I bi-district playoff Friday at Memorial Stadium.
November 14, 2009 - Sports
Manvel shocks Wildcats
ALVIN — The Manvel Mavericks did what few believed they could Friday night: They beat the high-powered Angleton Wildcats.
November 07, 2009 - Sports
’Jackets fighting to finish
ALVIN — The 2009 high school football season hasn’t gone the way the Alvin Yellowjackets wanted, but the team has a chance to end with a winning streak and build toward a successful campaign next year.
November 05, 2009 - Sports
Manvel defense subdues Santa Fe
ALVIN — Miscues, penalties and lackluster play all have hurt the Manvel Maverick football team this year, but some of those ills might have been cured in the battle of Highway 6 on Friday night.
October 17, 2009 - Sports
’Jackets offense stalls in homecoming loss
ALVIN — Visiting Clear Lake dampened Alvin’s homecoming festivities Friday night by polishing off the Yellowjackets by a 35-17 count in a District 24-5A bout between two teams looking for their first district win.
October 10, 2009 - Sports
Health clinic provides crucial service
The quiet dedication and resolve in launching Stephen F. Austin Health Center in Alvin is a far cry from the town hall hubbub over health care.
August 20, 2009 - Editorials
ACHE decision not welcome news for residents
A state appeals court’s decision that in practical terms returns to power the executive director and board members of the Alvin Community Health Endeavor might be the right one legally, but that does not make it palatable for those who truly have the best interests of county residents at heart.
August 21, 2008 - Editorials
Acclaims and a shame for June 2, 2008
Lady ’Jackets bring home state title and ACC appears in World Series; kudos to teachers and child care providers; and Clute smart to lower Mosquito Festival prices.
June 02, 2008 - Editorials
Give public a chance to meet superintendent
School board members unanimously voted last week to name 1985 Alvin High School graduate Robert McGowen, 41, as the lone finalist to be the district’s next superintendent, essentially assuring the job is his.
January 18, 2008 - Editorials
Angleton chamber benefiting county
The good people of Angleton won’t have to search far for a reason to celebrate tonight.
January 17, 2008 - Editorials
Teens make a difference against smoking
The Texas Center for Safe Communities and Schools is looking for dynamic youth leaders younger than age of 18 who would like to attend the fourth annual Texas Statewide Tobacco Education and Prevention Conference at The Woodlands Resort and Conference Center on July 21-24. The program will pay for registration, lodging and food for all adult sponsors selected for the conference.
May 09, 2002 - Columnists
2009 Alvin High School Salutatorian speech
The Facts invited valedictorians and salutatorians from area high schools to share their speeches.
June 09, 2009 - Guest
Family of fallen soldier grateful
I am writing to express my gratitude for the overwhelming show of love and support during the time of our son Tim’s homecoming/going.
May 23, 2008 - Guest
Let local receiver run ACHE, if needed
The recommendation from the Brazoria County District Attorney’s Office for the appointment of a receiver from Fort Bend County for the Alvin Community Health Endeavor is unfortunate and wrong.
November 05, 2007 - Guest
Graduation speeches: Alvin Salutatorian
Megan Smith was Alvin High School Class of 2007 Salutatorian.
June 15, 2007 - Guest
Golden Corral appreciates area veterans
For the past six years, vets have received a free meal at the Golden Corral in Alvin.
November 10, 2006 - Guest
NAMI to present program on relapse
Free educational event set for Tuesday
July 12, 2009 - Living
Sew up a spot in ACC beginner quilting class
Five-week quilting class offered by Alvin Community College
February 08, 2009 - Living
B'wood band shines at region auditions
Members of the Brazoswood Buc Band traveled the week of Dec. 8 to Alvin to compete at the TMEA Region XVII Band auditions.
December 31, 2008 - Living
Alvin Art League supports range of endeavors
Newly formed art league seeks to find the artists within
July 27, 2008 - Living
PublishAmerica presents book by Alvin author
New novel involves time travel, Ben Franklin
May 18, 2008 - Living
Alvin ISD mailing intended to inform
Reader asks how many taxpayers dollars were used by Alvin ISD to promote mail-outs.
September 30, 2003 - Glad
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