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A former judge from the Lone Star State passed away in Chicago on Dec. 31, 1867 never knowing he would soon be immortalized in a short story that may be based more on fact than fiction.

The family and friends of Boyd Thompson wish to express our heartfelt gratitude shown to us during this time of such sadness and sorrow.

Hamilton County Hospital District board of directors on Dec 15 reappointed doctors to medical and allied health staff, accepted bids on pending tax deeds from September, approved loan documents and reviewed financial and QIPP quality reports.

The Hamilton County Youth Livestock Show will go on but it will look different from years past.

The family of J.T. Massingill would like to thank everyone for their love and sympathy shown during this difficult time. Thanks to all for the telephone calls, sympathy cards, food, text messages and any other kindness shown. Special thanks to Elora Care/ Mission Hospice and Focused Care for the loving care given. Thanks to Pastor Drew Dabbs, First Baptist Church, for the words spoken, Riley Funeral Home for their professional care, Mike Waldrop, Waco Scottish Rite Bodies and Rock House Masonic Lodge. Also, thanks to Dr. Lengefeld, Dr. Johnson and Dr. Craig for your care. Thank you again, and God bless you all.

I want to thank everyone for taking the time to help make the last two weeks a little easier. Thank you for the prayers, cards, flowers, food and calls. It looks like after I heal from surgery, I will be good to go again. I want to thank all our kids for their help during this unexpected illness and to Sam for always being strong for me!

Several Hamilton businesses will be closed for Christmas holidays.