Eagles baseball team splits at Weatherford

The Eagles baseball team moved its record to 3-3 Tuesday as the squad split a double-header at Weatherford College.

It took extra-inning heroics for the Eagles to pick up a win in game one as Matt Durst drove in the game-winning runs with a two-RBI single in the top of the eighth inning to secure a 3-1 victory.

A pitcher?s duel throughout, Weatherford took the lead in the bottom of the second inning with a sacrifice fly by Cody Semier.

The Eagles tied the score in the top of the fifth inning as a two-out single to center by Richard Bain brought in Eric Hughes, who ha
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Jerry and Susan Massey give $2,000 to Whatley Campaign

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry and Susan Massey of Pittsburg recently gave†$2,000†to benefit the Campaign for the Whatley at ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý. This generous donation will help make much-needed improvements to the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts. Pictured are Mr. and Mrs. Massey (center) with Campaign Chairs Al and Sue Havenstrite (left) and Nita May (right), ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý Director of Development. For more information about The Campaign for the Whatley contact May at 903-434-8113.

 
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Frank Sexton Lodge contributes to ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý scholarships

Members of the Frank Sexton Masonic Lodge, #206, recently presented†a†$739.95†check†to ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý. The funds will be†used to†complete the establishment of an endowed scholarship, which will†provide†perpetual†scholarship opportunities for non-traditional students†from Camp County attending ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý.†Pictured (from left) is:†Paul Dempsey, W.M. Bill Guy, Dr. Jon McCullough, ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý Vice President for Advancement, Rhett McCullough and Bruce Carpenter, Secretary of the Frank Sexton Lodge. For information about this or other scholarships at ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý, please call 903-434-8115.
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¿ªÔÆÌåÓý sees 2.5% enrollment growth



¿ªÔÆÌåÓý†grew by another 2.5% this Spring, continuing a rapid growth pattern which has existed since 2008.† A recent†preliminary enrollment report†shows 3,159 students enrolled for the Spring 2012 semester.




?¿ªÔÆÌåÓý continues to experience a period of sustained growth, for which we are grateful.† I believe this confirms recent decisions to add new programs and dramatically expand dual credit programs with our public school partners," ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý President, Dr.
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Eagles host free baseball/softball kids camp, Ks for Kids Day on Saturday

The ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý Eagles baseball and softball teams will host a special Ks for Kids Day at the ballpark on Saturday, Feb. 18.

The day will begin with a free kids camp at 10 a.m., followed by home doubleheaders for ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý baseball and softball. In addition to offering a day of fun for the whole family, this event will mark the official kickoff of the Ks for Kids campaign, which will raise funds for the Women and Children's Center at Titus Regional Medical Center.
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Cypress Bank sponsors Masters of Motown performance

The Masters of Motown concert that will be held at the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, Feb. 16 is sponsored by Cypress Bank. Pictured is B. Gooding, Senior Vice President, Cypress Bank (center) with Dr. Brad Johnson, ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý President (left) and Carolyn Franks, Director of the Whatley Center (right). For more information about the show, visit .
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¿ªÔÆÌåÓý to host Black History Month events

By: Laflairious Jackson

¿ªÔÆÌåÓý will recognize Black History Month with two separate events during February.

The Brother To Brother Organization will host the "Outspoken African American History" program as a way to pay tribute to African American heroes throughout history.

The event will be held at the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts on February 22 from noon to 1 p.m.
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Charlie and Helen Hampton give $20,000 to Whatley Campaign

Mr. and Mrs. Charlie and Helen Hampton of Naples recently gave $20,000 to benefit the Campaign for the Whatley at ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý. This generous donation will help make much-needed improvements to the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts,†including a new lounge area in the lobby which will be†added†in honor of Charlie Hampton for his long-time love and dedication to the field of education.†Pictured are Mr. and Mrs. Hampton (center) with ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý President Dr. Brad Johnson (left) and Dr.
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First class completes ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý Industrial Technology Program

The ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý Industrial Technology Program recently held a graduation celebration for the first class of students to complete the level 1 certificate in the new program. Pictured are graduates (from left):†Stacey Whelchel of Omaha;†Daniel Cochran of MP;†Wes Hargett of Pittsburg;†Larry Thompson of Mount Pleasant;†Dustin Smith of Mount Pleasant;†Jody Edwards of Pittsburg; and†Jeff DePoy of Naples.
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