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January 24, 2019 - For the second straight game, a defensive driven first half leads the Fillies to another win. After a 21-5 start, the Fillies would take off running, beating the Jacksonville College Jaguars, 68-46. The Fillies, who on Saturday held Bossier Parish to an eight-point quarter, brought the same defense home Wednesday. The Fillies held the Jaguars to a mere 5 points in the first, 6 in the second and 13 in the third. The Fillies lead reached 30 points at one point in the game.
Scoring was balanced for the Fillies, as 9 Fillies recorded points in tonight’s game.
The Fillies improve to 6-2 in conference, 10-8 on the season with the win. They return to District 14 action on Saturday, January 26th against Angelina College at 2:00 PM.
January 22, 2019 - The M.P. Baker Library of Panola College will be co-hosting a local author showcase with the Sammy Brown Public library on Thursday, January 24th from 2:00 – 4:00 PM in the Murphy-Payne Community Rooms at Panola College. Six East Texas area authors will be on hand to sell and sign copies of their various works. Authors include Bobi Ann Allen, Jake Keeling, Doris McKelvey, Bill O’Neal, Rusty Williams, and Gae-Lynn Woods. Several genres will be represented including suspense and mystery, history, Christian studies, and Christian fiction.
East Texas native, Bobi Ann Allen, is a pastor’s wife, mom and ministry leader. Bobi Ann travels throughout the United States speaking to women and parents about topics relating to nurturing spiritual growth and is the author of Jesus, Our Joy; Home—A Devotional for Families; and her newest book, There is More to Your Story. There Is More to Your Story is a flexible 6-week study of hope from the book of Ruth with free online teaching and daily homework. The story of Ruth isn’t a fairy tale of redemption for one woman thousands of years ago. Ruth is a story of God’s providence to redeem us all—even you. God’s divine intervention is woven through this masterfully told story as we see His hand at work through seemingly small events.
Bobi Ann currently lives with her husband, Jared, their 2 silly kids, Kati Ann (11) and Kie (8), and a cuddly Boston Terrier named Poppy in Round Rock, TX. You can learn more about Bobi Ann and her ministry at bobiann.com.
A lifelong resident of the Jumbo community on the Rusk/Panola County line, Jake Keeling was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at 18 months of age. He overcame various physical challenges and graduated from Henderson High School in 2007. Keeling earned a Bachelor of Science in education from East Texas Baptist University in 2011 and a Master of Arts in history at Stephen F. Austin University 2014. From an early age he enjoyed listening to stories from days gone by. With the support of family and friends he also lives out his love for the outdoor lifestyle and horses in particular. These longtime interests- along with a deeply held faith- are woven throughout the fabric of his novel, Horseback Days and Lightning Bug Nights. Keeling says, “The book draws on my own experiences of living with a disability, highlights the unique culture of East Texas, and emphasizes the importance of family relationships across generational lines.”
Doris McKelvey is an Independent Christian Author. She is an elementary teacher with 30 years of experience holding a Master of Education degree in curriculum and instruction. She can take a concept and explain it in easy to understand details. She uses these skills to teach a women's Bible study group. She and her husband Bill live in Carthage, TX. They have one daughter and two grandchildren. Her book titles include A Relationship with Jesus, Text Messages from God, The Decision, and Secret Things which are Bible Devotionals. She has one fiction book entitled Distractions.
Texas author, Bill O’Neal has written more than forty books and three hundred articles and book reviews on the American West, including gunfighters, lawmen, and ghost towns; Country music, with emphasis on Texas artists; baseball, such as his study of the Texas League, and children's books, including one on the first Thanksgiving held in Texas.
In 2003, O'Neal retired as a history professor at Panola College but continued to teach as an adjunct professor for many years. He is a member of the Western Writers of America, he has appeared in television documentaries on Turner Network Television, The History Channel, the British Broadcasting Corporation, the Discovery Channel, Turner Broadcasting System, and the Arts and Entertainment Channel. He recently completed his second term as the Texas State Historian and now serves as Texas State Historian Emeritus. O’Neal’s latest books to be featured include John Chisum: Frontier Cattle King, Frontier Forts of Texas, and a newly released reprint of War in East Texas: Regulators vs. Moderators.
Rusty Williams was threatened early in life by a multitude of debilitating health problems, he was not able to attend school on a regular basis until the 4th grade. Basic reading skills, with which most children had become accustomed, had not found their way to his ready use. It wasn’t until his Navy enlistment when he met a fellow sailor suffering the same handicap of dyslexia that he learned to read. He spent months at sea reading his Bible and gaining insights. Rusty has served in the roles of industrial electrician, college instructor, and college administrator. He and his wife LeAnn have two daughters, Laura and Julia. He will feature his book, Beware the Woodpecker, a tale of intrigue, romance, mystery, and comedy woven with twists and turns that take readers on an exciting adventure.
Gae-Lynn Woods is a Texan who has traveled the world, lived overseas, and come back home. She and her husband, British jazz guitarist Martyn Popey, share a ranch in East Texas with a herd of Black Angus cattle, one very cranky donkey, and The Dude, a rescue kitty who now rules the world. When she's not playing the roadie, tending to cows, fixing fence, or digging post holes, Gae-Lynn is working on the next Cass Elliot novel. Titles to be featured at this author event include The Devil of Light, Avengers of Blood, and A Case of Sour Grapes.
The casual event will give you an opportunity to visit with some of your own East Texas authors while hearing about their books. If you’ve ever thought of publishing work, this is a chance to learn about the process. The event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. For more information please contact the M.P. Baker Library (903-693-2052) or the Sammy Brown Library (903-693-6741).
January 21, 2019 - The Fillies bounced back from Wednesday’s loss with a win against the Bossier Parrish , 98-68. The Fillies defense was integral to their win, holding the Cavaliers to 15 points in the 1st quarter, 17 points in the second, and a mere 8 in the third. The defense propelled the offense in this game. The lead ballooned to over 30 late in the second half.
Leading the Fillies in scoring, as well as in rebounding was Masha Adashchyk with 17 and 10 on the night. Daryna Barchkarova and Alicja Falkowska rounded out the double digit scoring with 13 a piece. Falkowska was a perfect 7-7 from the charity stripe. The two Louisiana natives, Jolie Williams and Mikalya Etienne lead in their own ways. Williams was a perfect 3-3 from the three-point line, while Etienne led the team in steals on the defensive end with eight.
The Fillies (9-8 overall, 4-3 in conference) return to AJ Gymnasium on Wednesday, January 23rd where they will face the Jacksonville College Jaguars in District 14 action.
January 21, 2019 - Panola was unable to extend their winning streak to 9, instead falling at home 64-62 to Kilgore. After a back and forth first half, the Ponies were able to take a 28-23 lead into the locker room at half. Panola started off hot in the second half, extending their lead to 40-30. But Kilgore came right back. With the score tied 62 all, Kilgore got the ball inside and got a dunk to put them up two with 45 seconds to play. Panola would turn the ball over on the ensuing possession. Kilgore then missed two free throws to give the Ponies one last shot. Lenell Henry’s 6 footer bounced off the rim as time expired. The Ponies were led by Tylan Dean and Tariq Simmons who both had 11 points. Jeff Boyd added 10.
The loss drops the Ponies to 16-4 (6-2 Region XIV). They return to action Wednesday at Trinity Valley.
Panola College honors the Charles C. Matthews Foundation with the naming of the new Collaboration Room. (L to R) Vern Reeder, Robert Underwood, John Conway, Richard Ballenger, and David Bush (Not pictured) Jim Payne
January 18, 2019 - On January 15, 2019, the Charles C. Matthews Foundation Board visited the M.P. Baker Library at Panola College where Dr. Greg Powell, President of Panola College, presented the plaque for the new Charles C. Matthews Collaboration Room. The Collaboration Station recently donated by the Board is located within the room and will be utilized by student study groups and for group projects.
“We are grateful for the continued support from the Charles C. Matthews Foundation Board,” said Dr. Powell. “Their generosity has continued to meet our students’ needs and help them to be successful in their academic careers.”
Two Panola Early College High School students, Samuel Brazzel and Tad Crager, along with Library staff Shay Joines, demonstrated the new collaboration station for the Board.
The M.P. Baker Library at Panola College had more than 45,000 patrons pass through their doors over the past year, and one of the most common requests the Library receives is the need for more study rooms. The Library currently has eight separate study rooms that are in constant use.
Students have an increasing need to come together as a group and work seamlessly on projects and through the donation of a Collaboration Station students can effortlessly connect with those near and far. Students sitting at the lower table will be able to connect to the monitor through their laptops and work simultaneously on a project. The station would be able to comfortably seat 10-12 students with the option to include students virtually as well.
As the working world is becoming increasingly more technological, students are expected to know how to efficiently collaborate on projects with co-workers, customers, and patients through technology once they enter the workplace. This station allows students access to the most current technology to prepare them to work with teams no matter the teammate’s geographic location.
In addition to the collaboration station, the Charles C. Matthews Foundation also donated 15 study pods to increase the number of study locations for the students. While most of the study rooms in the Library have seating for multiple students, the rooms are often in use by a single individual. Students are looking for a more private and focused space to study.
The study pods are private carrels that create havens for students. The surrounding walls give the student their own personal space to study, work on their assignment by laptop, or just generally find a quiet spot to unwind while preparing for their next class. The study pods are also equipped with power outlets for students to utilize putting the students’ worries at bay and giving them a greater ability to focus. The study pods do all of this without the need to build additional rooms. There are 12 single study pods as well as 3 duo pods that allow for small group studying.
“It is fun to watch the students discover the new study pods,” said Library Director, Cristie Ferguson. “The spring semester has just begun, and the study pods are staying full. The new study pods and the collaboration station are wonderful additions to the Library and will be well used.”
The Collaboration Station in the Charles C. Matthews Foundation Collaboration Room.
The 15 new study pods are located on the first floor of the M.P. Baker Library.
January 17, 2019 - An inability to connect on the defensive end proved to be a game changer for the Fillies, who fell to Tyler College 68-87 Wednesday night in Carthage. Despite a 10 point lead in the first quarter, the Fillies struggled defensively throughout the rest of the game. On the offensive end, turnovers seemed to be the difference maker.
Panola was led in scoring by Masha Adashchyk, who scored 22 points on 10-12 shooting. Two more players, Alicja Falkowska and Weronika Nowakowska, finished in double figures. Nowakowska contributed 12 points, including a perfect 3-3 from the three-point line. Falkowska contributed 10 of her own, along with 7 rebounds.
With this loss, the Fillies move to 8-8 on the season and 4-2 in conference. They hit the road to Bossier Parish on Saturday for a 2PM matchup against the Cavaliers.
January 17, 2019 - Panola was in another barn burner on Wednesday night escaping with a 66-64 victory at Paris. The win pushes the Ponies to 16-3, 6-1 in Region XIV play. After a first half that saw the Ponies jump out to an 8-0 lead, Paris came right back, and was able to tie it up at 34 going into halftime. Panola again pushed ahead, this time by double digits at 50-39. Paris again would come back and take their first lead of the game at 62-61 with 2:30 left on the clock. Panola bounced back and took the lead back. Up 66-64 with 20 seconds left, Paris had the ball and decided to go for the win at home. Their 3 point attempt with 3 seconds left bounced off the back of the rim. Kamari Brown skied for the game clinching rebound. Jeff Boyd led the way for Panola with 20 points. Lenell Henry added 10.
Panola is back in the friendly confines of AJ Gym this Saturday, January 19th. Region rival Kilgore comes to town with tip-off slated for 4pm.
January 14, 2019 - After defeating Blinn and Angelina earlier in the week, the Ponies capped a perfect week with a 77-69 victory over visiting Coastal Bend. Panola got off to a quick 8-2 start and were able to build a double-digit lead.
The lead would stay near double digits until Coastal Bend finished the first half strong and cut it to 42-37 at half. Panola would have another quick start in the second half building their lead to 56-42 with 14:58 remaining.
The game would never be closer than 8 the rest of the way. The Ponies were led by Tariq Simmons with 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Lenell Henry added 13 points and 8 rebounds. Franklyn Penn chipped in 12 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists.
Panola is now 15-3 on the season and 5-1 in Region XIV. Next game will be Wednesday at Paris.
January 14, 2019 - A 19-10 run in the third quarter proved to be the difference in the Fillies 66-56 win over the Coastal Bend Cougars. Panola was able to survive the Cougars’ game long comebacks behind defensive stops and scoring in key possessions.
The Fillies had four players in double figures, led by Maryia Adashchyk with 16. Rounding out the scoring for the Fillies was Alicja Falkowska, Daryna Barcharova and Nyidier Riak with 12, 11 and 10 respectively. Adashcyk, Riak and Falkowska also lead the team in rebounding with 12, 8 and 6.
On the defensive end, the Fillies recorded 15 steals, with Weronika Nowakowska and Mikayla Etienne each collecting a team high of 4.
The Fillies (8-7, 4-1 in conference) return to action on Wednesday at home against Tyler Junior College at 7pm.
January 11, 2019 - Panola College at our Shelby College location in Center, is offering Certified Nurse Aide Courses beginning January 14 – May 9, 2019. Classes will be held Monday and Wednesday from 4:00 – 8:30 pm. For more information and to register, contact the Shelby College Center at 936-598-9543 or email: tmccann@panola.edu.
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