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Farmers State Bank of Allen will be hosting a Blood Drive on Thursday, July 14 , 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Look for the Bloodmobile!
Read moreJuly 7 — Danelle Stephens, Dillon Royalty,Tracy Luttrell, Lauren Smith, Lydia Deaton**, Johnny K. Boyles
Read moreAs always, when the Vinson family gets together it’s food, fellowship and fun . . . The 2022 family reunion was held this past Saturday, July 2 , at the home of Lynn and Debbie Vinson with 114 in attendance.
Read moreAfter 40 years, Bill and Dayna Robinson have sold the Allen Advocate to their longtime friend and employee, Dianna Brannan. Cindy Davis and Dianna Brannan have been the backbone of this newspaper for many years and will continue to do a great job. Farewell comments on page 6.
Read moreThe Allen Board of Education took action Tuesday on a resolution providing for the issuance of General Obligation Bonds, and also hired a new high school principal.
Read moreSeventy-four years ago on July 7, 1947, Rance and Alice Willis were married in Gainsville Texas. That love has grown and passed many tests through the years. God has blessed them with three children, Jeanie Mullen, Kaydee McKinnis, and Guy Willis, five grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.
Read moreThe Atwood School Reunion will be held Saturday, July 2 , from noon until 6:00 pm in the Lowell Wilkerson Community Building (next to the First Baptist Church) in Atwood. Their potluck dinner has been set for 4:30 pm, followed by a brief business meeting. All former students, teachers and residents are invited. Bring your favorite dish and enjoy the afternoon.
Read moreSaturday, July 9 , area residents are invited to celebrate Independence Day at the Allen City Park and Softball Field. Afternoon and evening activities will make you proud to be from Allen America!
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