Athens Angler Tops 1,100 in Berkley Event at Fork

November 3, 2017 - Haslet-based Bass Champs closed out its 2017 season this month with its two-day team championship on the Red River out of Shreveport, La. and the 12th annual Berkley Big Bass event at Lake Fork.

Corey and Craig Waldrop took the top spot in the Red River championship with 10 bass weighing 21.81 pounds, while Brian Schott and Scott Gill grabbed second with 20.39 pounds. Both teams won Skeeter bass boats and bonus cash.

November 2, 2017 - Due to a break in the main line, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the Choice public water system ID# 2100005 to notify all customers on Hwy 96, that were without water, to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow these directions).