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Before going home for the summer, the Pre-K students in Mrs. Laxton’s class told us about their fathers. We thought you’d want to know . . .
Read moreIt’s Here! Allen Alumni Weekend 2022 is about to begin!
Read moreThe Allen School Class of 1961-62 will be gathering for a reunion of their classmates from their twelve years of school. All former members are urged to come, even though they may have moved to another city before this class graduated.
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.
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So, when did these Father’s Day celebrations get started and how? Well, the first one came forth on June 19, 1910. The same year my own father was born. Men scoffed at this new day. “It’s just a trick to get people to spend money on yet another holiday,” said my dad. “Besides, we wind up having to pay for it ourselves anyway, so what’s the point.”
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