Archive - 2012
December 26th
By
Borger Police Department
On Wednesday December 19th, 2012 the Borger Police Department investigated a reported Kidnapping of an adult victim. The alleged victim came to the Borger Police Department to report that they had been held against their will by Mark Jackson, later identified fully as Mark Alan Jackson, 44 years of age, of Borger. The incident was reported to have taken place at 400 South Hedgecoke Street, where Jackson had been currently staying. The victim and Jackson knew each other, therefore this was not a “Stranger Abduction”.
By
Tara Richelle Hopkins, Reporter
New Year’s resolutions are one tradition that keeps coming every year, even if they are not fulfilled. New Year’s Eve has always been a time for looking back to the past, and more importantly, forward to the coming year.
It’s a time to reflect on the changes we want or need to make and resolve to follow through on those changes.
By
Tara Richelle Hopkins, Reporter
Borger and Coffee Memorial Blood Center encourage citizens to come give the gift of life next month.
The City of Borger and Coffee Memorial Blood Center will host a blood drive on Jan. 17, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 111 E. Coolidge in the Union Hall.
Every eligible donor who presents to donate will receive a Coffee Memorial t-shirt.
A photo ID or donor card is required to donate, and donors must be at least 17 years of age to be eligible to give blood.
Delivery of the Borger News-Herald will be delayed this weekend due to a power outage. The press has no electricity. An electrician has been called in. As soon as it's back up, the newspaper will be run.
December 21st
By
Mikala Reiswig, Sports Editor
You don't have to travel far to get quality, authentic Mexican food and top-notch service. There is a great little restaurant that is new to Borger and sure to please your taste buds.
El Zarape Mexican Food and Tortilla Factory opened their doors in October of this year. Owners are brothers Jorge and Erick Alderete, and many other family members log hours to keep the business up and running smoothly.
Yolanda Varela is one of those family members, saying, “I am helping out when I can. I have to help these boys get organized!”
Charles Leon Jett passed away Dec. 18, in Rockport, Texas, at the age of 78. He was born on Jan. 8, 1934, to Joe P. and Nettie Jett in Chilicothe, Texas.
Charles is preceded in death by his parents Joe and Nettie Jett, brother Bill Jett, and brother Richard Jett.
Bonita Sue “GiGi” Sargent, 65, died Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012, in Borger.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 22, at Minton Memorial Chapel with Rev. Leonard Forsythe, of Bible Baptist Church, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Minton Chatwell Funeral Directors.
Bonita was born on Oct. 22, 1947, to William and Rachel Francis in Pontiac, Mich. She is a member of Bible Baptist Church. She loved to bake, watch Court TV, flower beds, and her grandchildren. She loved her Makayla Bug.
By
Tara Richelle Hopkins, Reporter
During the holiday season, DPS and local law enforcement want to make sure the roads are safe by increasing patrols from December 21 through January 1, which includes both the Christmas and New Year holidays.
DPS troopers and Borger PD will focus mostly on DWI patrols in areas where alcohol-related crashes are most frequent. The enhanced patrols that target intoxicated drivers are funded through a grant from the Texas Department of Transportation.
By
Michelle Berry, Managing Editor
Even though a winter chill is in the air, the City of Borger is already making plans for the upcoming summer.
During its regular meeting on Tuesday, the Borger City Council took action to purchase a multi-flume water slide for the Johnson Park Youth Center Swimming Pool from Natural Structures in the amount of $180,115.
December 20th
By
TARA RICHELLE HOPKINS-Reporter
Since recent tragedies have occurred because of the misuse of firearms, the government is considering removing guns from the system by enforcing “gun control”.
Not only have gun sales gone through the roof, but there have been more inquiries on Concealed Handgun License classes.
According to CHL instructor Dennis Burton, people are getting concerned.
He continued to say, “It is important to protect ourselves. Police officers can’t always be there. As a police officer I appreciate those who have a Concealed Handgun License.”
