Cedar Creek Lake Community News and Articles

Bill Boyd, owner of Old Friends antique store in Historic Downtown Mabank, passes away

Old Friends antique store owner Bill Boyd passed away on Feb. 18, and his unique store in Downtown Historic Mabank is currently closed. Boyd, 82, became ill and had been hospitalized at the time of his...

by David Webb on 2/21/2012 More Lake Life

Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report 2/21/12

BigCrappie.com FISHING & Lake REPORT! CRAPPIE: Fair - With all the new water in the lake we should be able to shoot docks for crappie this spring!! I am expecting by end of next week to be on an excellent...

by Laurie Rollins on 2/21/2012 More Fishing Reports

29th Annual KCKL/KLVQ Big Bass Tournament

29th Annual KCKL/KLVQ Big Bass Tournament March 24th & 25th, 2012......Log Cabin City Park- Log Cabin has a camp ground - contact them at 903-489-2195 for information and reservations For tournament...

by Ricky Armstrong on 2/21/2012 More Fishing Reports

Ellis County Observer publisher Joey Dauben finally gets a court-appointed attorney

Joey Dauben,publisher of the now-defunct Ellis County Observer, finally got to see a court-appointed lawyer this week in connection with three felony counts of child abuse involving a 15-year-old male teenager...

by David Webb on 2/18/2012 More Lake Life

National Weather Service forecasts more rain; lake still low but looking much better

Cedar Creek Lake is looking a lot better these days as water again rises under the piers of businesses and homes, but the lake is still about 4.25 feet low. It's a got a ways to go before things are back to...

by David Webb on 2/16/2012 More Lake Life

Ellis County Observer website publisher spends almost 2 months in jail without being appointed lawyer

The Ellis County Observer has shut down during publisher Joseph G. "Joey" Dauben's almost two-months' imprisonment in the Navarro County Jail in lieu of $200,000 bond on a sexual assault of a child...

by David Webb on 2/14/2012 More Lake Life

Drought drives Cedar Creek Lake couple into new business venture selling antiques, collectibles

MABANK -- Bobby and Deboriah Greeson spent four years managing Tom Finley Park in Gun Barrel City, but last year's drought shut down their operation. With no water to attract visitors to the park for...

by David Webb on 2/9/2012 More Lake Life

Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 2/8/2012

Hello, Jason Barber here with the weekly fishing reoport for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake level is at 4.33 low and is stained to muddy. The temps are in the high 40's to low 50's and fish are on the move....

by Jason Barber on 2/8/2012 More Fishing Reports

3 new restaurants to open on Cedar Creek Lake north side; old favorite of lake residents, visitors reopening

CEDAR CREEK LAKE -- Three lakeside cities -- Gun Barrel City, Mabank and Seven Points -- will see the opening of new restaurants in the coming weeks. Two of the restaurants will be introducing new concepts...

by David Webb on 2/7/2012 More Lake Life

Cedar Creek Lake February Gardening Tip

In February, we experience the beginnings of spring in the garden. We start to see early colors and signs of new greenery around Cedar Creek Lake. Now is the best time to start preparing beds and to plant to...

by Stephen Gent on 2/3/2012 More Lake Life

Spring real estate selling season gets underway on Cedar Creek Lake; buyers' interest in area 'perking up'

GUN BARREL CITY -- Rich Damico is a real estate agent for Excite Realty Co. on the shore of Cedar Creek Lake. He has specialized in the sales and purchases of waterfront, off-water, commercial and acreage...

by David Webb on 2/1/2012 More Real Estate

Meals on Wheels short on volunteer drivers for Kemp, Mabank; at least six people needed

Mabank -- The Meals on Wheels operation at Southeast Kaufman County Senior Citizens Center is in dire need of volunteer drivers for needy people in Kemp and Mabank, according to site director Lisa...

by David Webb on 1/31/2012 More Lake Life

Some Facts About Cedar Creek Lake Water Levels

CEDAR CREEK LAKE - When will the lake fill-up? It's a question I get asked a lot - as if a REALTOR(R) would know anything about when it's going to rain or how much of that rain will make its way into Cedar...

by Steve Gregory REALTOR on 1/27/2012 More Real Estate

Mortgage money remains available to qualified buyers at great rates but application process longer

Ron Watterson is branch manager of Prime Lending's Oak Lawn office in Dallas. He began his career in residential real estate sales as an agent for a leading broker in 1983. His interest in the financial...

by David Webb on 1/26/2012 More Real Estate

Recent Lake and Fishing Report

Latest FISHING REPORT! CRAPPIE: Good/Fair - We are still catching Crappie on jigs in 18-20ft of water. We are catching FAT winter Crappie!! The weather is beautiful for catching! WHITE-BASS/...

by Laurie Rollins on 1/25/2012 More Fishing Reports

3 newspaper chains control dissemination of local news in Cedar Creek Lake area through tiny circulations

Three publishing companies operating four newspapers with a combined estimated circulation of about only 12,000 serve as the primary gatekeepers for local news in the Cedar Creek Lake area's print media. In...

by David Webb on 1/24/2012 More Lake Life

United Methodist Churches band Connections to perform at free 1970s concert at Mabank High School

MABANK - Connections, a band made up of United Methodist Church ministers and their friends, will resurrect the sounds of the 1970s for Cedar Creek Lake residents in a free concert at Mabank High School...

by David Webb on 1/23/2012 More Lake Life

Brookshire's to build new, expanded grocery store in Mabank; state-of-art, energy-efficient facility planned

MABANK -- Brookshire's Grocery Co. plans to build a new 37,000-square-foot grocery store in Mabank next to the old store, according to store management. Assistant Store Manager Allan Statham said...

by David Webb on 1/18/2012 More Real Estate

Star Harbor Watercolor Society members paint, talk; art show in February to reveal results of painters' work

STAR HARBOR -- Seven years ago six residents got together to dabble in watercoloring. Now,the Star Harbor Watercolor Society has grown to 27 members who enter contests, win prizes and put on art shows. "It...

by David Webb on 1/16/2012 More Lake Life

Cedar Creek Lake Gardening Tips for January

It's the start of a brand new year! If your resolutions include having a better looking yard, here are some useful tips for January to help reach your goals for 2012. Pruning. Prune trees and shrubs to...

by Stephen Gent on 1/13/2012 More Lake Life

Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 1/12/2012

Hey folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly www.kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The recent rainfall has brought the lake back to 6.33 ft. low, lots better than 8ft.!! The water...

by Jason Barber on 1/12/2012 More Fishing Reports

Cedar Creek Lake's 15-year-old gay bar Friends closes as result of tough economic times brought on by drought

Friends, a gay bar that operated on Cedar Creek Lake for 15 years, has closed down as a result of the devastating drought that caused the lake level to drop by almost eight feet this year. The private...

by David Webb on 1/11/2012 More Real Estate

Mabank author shares misery of living with dysthymia in her book 'Born Mad'; she now advocates awareness

It took Mabank resident Robyn Wheeler 44 years to discover she suffered from a treatable mental illness that caused her to wake up mad in the morning and to spend the rest of the day creating chaos in her...

by David Webb on 1/10/2012 More Lake Life

Got art? Share it with homeless animals in need of helping hand; beautiful Roxy's life at risk if not adopted

SEVEN POINTS -- It's art appreciation time again as the Humane Society of Cedar Creek Lake gears up for its third annual art auction Saturday, March 10 at the Library of Cedar Creek Lake. Art is meant for...

by David Webb on 1/9/2012 More Lake Life

Former Secret Service agent who served Kennedys, Johnsons to present 'Protecting Our First Families'

SEVEN POINTS -- Members and guests of the Literary Club of Cedar Creek Lake will take a half-century trip back in time to the dark days of President John Kennedy's assassination in Dallas when the group meets...

by David Webb on 1/5/2012 More Lake Life

Mabank's Tri-County Library celebrates 2 decades of service to Cedar Creek Lake community

Claire Stout is director/librarian of Tri-County Library in Historic Downtown Mabank. The 20-year-old library each year serves thousands of patrons who are residents of Kaufman, Henderson and Van Zandt...

by David Webb on 1/3/2012 More Lake Life

Make sure bright colored lights in your rearview mirror don't signal trouble in 2012, lives depend on it

It's going to be especially busy on the roads around Cedar Creek Lake this New Year's Eve, and we're not talking just about the comings and goings of party goers. The Texas Department of Public Safety has...

by David Webb on 12/29/2011 More Lake Life

Adoptable Pet of the Week: Milo

Milo is a five-month-old gray and white tabby female kitten who wants a new home where she can explore the world and play to her heart's content. She is pretty, curious, playful and incredibly sweet. She would...

by David Webb on 12/28/2011 More Lake Life

New Years Eve!!!

Well, it's almost a brand new year and many of us will be out looking for a fun place to say "Happy New Year"! Just be sure to bring yourself a designated driver! If you DO have too much to drink, also...

by Dino Perelli on 12/27/2011 More Entertainment

Libertarian Website publisher charged with child sexual assault, held on $200,000 bond

PAYNE SPRINGS -- Joey Dauben, publisher of EllisCountyObserver.com, will probably ring in the New Year in the same place he spent Christmas -- in jail unable to post bond. Dauben is being held in the...

by David Webb on 12/27/2011 More Politics

CedarCreekLake.com contributes to 2 area charities

CedarCreekLake.com pledged Christmas contributions this week of $500 each to two charities operating in the lake area. The contributions are going to Released Free Ministries, Inc. and Community Food...

by David Webb on 12/21/2011 More Lake Life

Celebration on the Lake Church embraces all faiths; congregation's services open to all God's children

Kathy Bowser is pastor of Celebration on the Lake Church in Payne Springs. The church primarily serves Cedar Creek Lake's LGBT community, but all people are welcome at the congregation's interfaith worship...

by David Webb on 12/19/2011 More Lake Life

Cedar Creek Lake water level may remain low another year

GUN BARREL CITY -- What everybody living and working near Cedar Creek Lake most wants to know can't be answered at this time. That's the message that Buckley Butler, reservoir manager for Tarrant Regional...

by David Webb on 12/16/2011 More Real Estate

Texas State Rep. Lance Gooden attends Henderson County Board of Realtors officers installation

GUN BARREL CITY -- Texas State Rep. Lance Gooden, of Terrell, paid an unexpected visit to the Henderson County Board of Realtors' officers' installation at Vetoni's Italian Restaurant Dec. 14. Gooden told...

by David Webb on 12/14/2011 More Real Estate

Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 12/14/2011

Hey guys and gals, Jason Barber here with the weekly fishing report for Cedar creek lake. The lake is basically 7.5 ft low and temps are in the mid to low 50's. Crappie are good on minnows and jigs on...

by Jason Barber on 12/14/2011 More Fishing Reports

Adoptable pet of the week: Cotton

Cotton is a white four-year-old Maltipoo who was recently found wandering along Highway 85. He was taken to the Humane Society of Cedar Creek Lake, where he is available for adoption. Cotton is a petite dog...

by David Webb on 12/13/2011 More Lake Life

Community Food Pantry feeds the hungry living on Cedar Creek Lake; donations fund organization

Sue Ann Kosydar is president of Community Food Pantry in Tool, which has served Cedar Creek Lake residents for 28 years. It is located at Cedar Creek Lake United Methodist Church. The Methodist church operates...

by David Webb on 12/13/2011 More Lake Life

Cedar Creek Lake waterfront real estate market remains strong - good news for buyers and sellers!

CEDAR CREEK LAKE - Contrary to the expectations of many prospective lake home buyers, the sales of waterfront homes at Cedar Creek Lake continue to remain strong - and slightly higher - through the 3rd...

by Steve Gregory REALTOR on 12/10/2011 More Real Estate

Century 21 Excite Realty agents move to new location after landlord lockout, some join other agencies

GUN BARREL CITY -- Century 21 Excite Realty agents have moved to a new location after getting locked out of their former offices by building owner L.D. Evans, according to local business sources. Some of...

by David Webb on 12/10/2011 More Real Estate

Henderson County folks create national news again, pro-Christian rally scheduled for Dec. 17

ATHENS -- For the second time this holiday season Henderson County folks are making the national news over a local religious controversy. Right around Thanksgiving the New York Times published a story about...

by David Webb on 12/7/2011 More Lake Life

Literary Club raises big money for Library of Cedar Creek Lake; monthly programs entertain members

Ruth Pimm is president of the Literary Club of Cedar Creek Lake. The organization was founded in 2000. Its current 136 members work to raise money to assist the Library of Cedar Creek Lake in its operation....

by David Webb on 12/6/2011 More Lake Life

Santa Claus to take part in all Cedar Creek Lake Christmas celebrations

CEDAR CREEK LAKE -- After a year of drought, recession and political battles local folks are probably more than ready to take a break and embrace the good cheer Christmas typically brings to the lake...

by David Webb on 12/2/2011 More Lake Life

How to Care for Poinsettias

A popular tradition at this time of year is to decorate and brighten the home with live poinsettias. The most common poinsettia color is dark red but newer varieties like da Vinci, Ice Crystals, Marco Polo...

by Stephen Gent on 12/2/2011 More Lake Life

Henderson County candidates file for primaries; both parties' county chairs predict strong involvement

ATHENS - Henderson County's political parties began gearing up for the 2012 election this week as candidate filing for the Republican and Democratic Primary Elections got underway. Republican incumbents...

by David Webb on 11/30/2011 More Politics

Cedar Creek Lake Civic League raises money for libraries, other charitable causes

Joyce Pearcy is president of the Cedar Creek Lake Civic League. The 11-year-old group raises money through its fundraisers for Tri-County Library, The Library of Cedar Creek Lake, Special Olympics, Headstart...

by David Webb on 11/28/2011 More Lake Life

New York Times runs story about Gun Barrel City liquor battle; mayor vows to target slot machines next

GUN BARREL CITY - Sometimes news about a small town feud can travel an awfully long way as was evidenced by the New York Times publishing a story today about Gun Barrel City's recent referendum on late-night...

by David Webb on 11/23/2011 More Politics

Gun Barrel City Christmas Parade and Fireworks

It's parade time again! December 3, 2011 6:00PM A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS Santa pictures will be at the Fire Department (behind Dairy Queen) from 3 PM - 5 PM. The parade will begin at 6:00 PM and fireworks start...

by Mickie Luna Raney on 11/23/2011 More Entertainment

Cedar Creek Lake Democrat rebukes Republican 'super committee' co-chair for blaming Obama

TRINIDAD - Democratic Party activist Ron Chapman laughed this week when he was asked about Texas Congressman Jeb Hensarling's claim that the "super committee" he co-chaired failed to carry out its $1.2...

by David Webb on 11/22/2011 More Politics

Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 11/22/2011

Hey folks, Jason Barber here with this weeks fishing report. The lake is now 7.75ft low and water temps are in the low 60's. The clarity is stained to muddy moving from south to north as usual. Launching is a...

by Jason Barber on 11/22/2011 More Fishing Reports

No-kill animal rescue group in dire need of donations, volunteers to help care for abandoned pets

Tina Hamilton is the founder of Adopt a Happy Tail, Inc., a no-kill, nonprofit animal rescue group operating on Cedar Creek Lake. During her almost seven years of animal rescue work in the area she has adopted...

by David Webb on 11/21/2011 More Lake Life

Some more entertainment options on the lake!

If you haven't been to the Lake Plex Lanes in Seven Points lately, you're in for a BIG surprise. What used to be a pretty run down looking bowling center has been transformed by new owner Don Gano into a...

by Dino Perelli on 11/21/2011 More Entertainment

Purtis Creek State Park offers a quick getaway

PURTIS CREEK STATE PARK - Nature enthusiasts can enjoy even more of the wooded beauty Northeast Texas offers by taking a short drive east from Cedar Creek Lake. The entrance to Purtis Creek State Park lies...

by David Webb on 11/19/2011 More Travel

Mabank kicks off the 2011 'Hometown Holidays' this Friday!

If you're looking for a real "hometown feel" event to put you in the holiday spirit, come to historic Market Street in downtown Mabank on Friday evening for a Business After Hours. Friday, November 18 5-7...

by Jo Ann Hanstrom on 11/16/2011 More Lake Life

Cedar Creek Lake popular with visitors during fall, winter; resorts offer great getaways

CEDAR CREEK LAKE - The temperature is dropping, the foliage is losing its green hue and darkness falls earlier on the lake these days as the calendar pages move forward. Fall is upon us and winter will soon...

by David Webb on 11/16/2011 More Real Estate

Holidays time for focusing on family, real estate industry slows down

Debra Holland is a real estate agent serving the Cedar Creek Lake area for Browne Hollar Realty of Terrell. She has lived and worked as a real estate agent on the lake for 10 years. She credits her love for...

by David Webb on 11/14/2011 More Real Estate

Henderson, Kaufman counties lift burn bans, urge caution

CEDAR CREEK LAKE - Burn bans in Henderson and Kaufman counties expired recently, but that doesn't mean it's necessarily a good idea to set fires to burn trash, grass, brush or anything else, according to fire...

by David Webb on 11/11/2011 More Lake Life

GBC voters opt for economic high road mapped out by civic leaders, reject religious argument

GUN BARREL CITY - Voters overwhelmingly voted down a ballot measure this week that most civic leaders had warned would thwart economic development in the city by prohibiting alcoholic beverage sales until 2...

by David Webb on 11/10/2011 More Politics

Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 11/08/2011

The lake level is at -7.64 and stained. The temps are in the mid 60's and falling with fishing very good due to lack of fishing pressure as well as fish being more confined. The crappie are holding in...

by Jason Barber on 11/9/2011 More Fishing Reports

Entertainment this week on Cedar Creek Lake!

Here's a few places to have fun this week around the lake! El Jacalito's (274 & 334 Seven Points) Thursday & Sunday - Dino Danger Friday & Saturday - Randy Southpaw Cedar Isle (on the bridge...

by Dino Perelli on 11/8/2011 More Entertainment

Humane Society shelter director's job rewarding, exhausting, heartbreaking

Krista McAnally is the shelter director for the Humane Society of Cedar Creek Lake, which was founded three decades ago. She has managed the shelter for five years, and she was a member of the organization's...

by David Webb on 11/7/2011 More Lake Life

CCL Humane Society shelter overflows with beautiful, adoptable pets; almost every breed available

CEDAR CREEK LAKE -- The most depressing day of the week at the Humane Society of Cedar Creek Lake is Wednesday. That's the day the facility is closed to the public because it is reserved for the euthanasia...

by David Webb on 11/5/2011 More Lake Life

Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 11/03/2011

LAKE LEVEL -7.5 Foot LOW LAKE TEMP - 64 degrees CRAPPIE- Excellent - Jigs over brush piles are doing very good. We are catching quality fish and good numbers. The water temperature is now in the 60's which...

by Laurie Rollins on 11/3/2011 More Fishing Reports

Cedar Creek Lake November Gardening Tips

In November at Cedar Creek Lake we start to experience colder temperatures and usually our first frost of the season. While many plants above ground are moving into a dormant state for Winter, there are still...

by Stephen Gent on 11/3/2011 More Lake Life

Gun Barrel City ballot issue revolves around economic growth, morality; both sides campaign vigorously

GUN BARREL CITY - A measure on the Nov. 8 municipal ballot regulating the hours of alcohol sales in restaurants should be decided on the basis of its economic impact rather than moral issues, according to the...

by David Webb on 11/2/2011 More Politics

What you NEED to do this weekend!

Depending on whether you stay tuned in to local events or not, you may have heard about our current "Staying open until 2am in Gun Barrel" controversy. Allow me to capsulize the events for you: It seems...

by Dino Perelli on 11/1/2011 More Entertainment

Crusading Cedar Creek Lake muckraker shakes up small town governments DFW Metroplex-wide

Joey Dauben, the 30-something-year-old publisher of Freedom of the Press Group and its six-year-old flagship Website, elliscountyobserver.com, monitors the operations of some 40 city governments from his home...

by David Webb on 10/31/2011 More Politics

Climate experts predict drought will persist through end of year; milder winter could bring relief to area

CEDAR CREEK LAKE -- Recent rain brought relief to parched lawns and fields in North Central Texas, but the drought is far from over, according to the Climate Prediction Center. Three recent rainfalls failed...

by David Webb on 10/28/2011 More Lake Life

Cedar Creek Lake libraries count on fundraisers in wake of deep state budget cuts

SEVEN POINTS - It's a tough go for the state's public libraries these days as the economic downturn and deep state budget cuts force administrators to rely more heavily on private donations, fundraisers and...

by David Webb on 10/26/2011 More Lake Life

Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 10/24/2011

The lake is at -7.3 and the temps are in the high 60's to low 70's. The hybrid stripers and sandies are best on the south end of the lake with the mainlake humps and points holding most of the best fishing....

by Jason Barber on 10/26/2011 More Fishing Reports

Dallas' WFAA Channel 8 anchor Gloria Campos loves peace, quiet of Cedar Creek Lake

Gloria Campos is an award-winning television journalist who can be seen nightly delivering the news for Dallas' WFAA Channel 8 TV station. She is the recipient of numerous awards for her work in journalism and...

by David Webb on 10/24/2011 More Lake Life

Cedar Creek Lake Weekend Events for Oct 28, 2011

Hey fellow lake area residents! It is my new mission in life to keep you informed about all the cool things going on around Cedar Creek Lake.....well that and the fact that Cassidy at CedarCreekLake.com asked...

by Dino Perelli on 10/24/2011 More Entertainment

Mabank Garden Club honors antique store's flower-covered front porch as Yard of the Month

No one was more surprised than the owner of Old Friends in Historic Downtown Mabank when the local Garden Club recently honored his antique store's front porch as the Yard of the Month. "When the woman from...

by David Webb on 10/21/2011 More Lake Life

Hard times on Cedar Creek Lake create outstanding buyers' market for commercial real estate investors

GUN BARREL CITY - Cedar Creek Lake's commercial real estate market tanked during the economic downturn, but that has produced the type of land bargains that developers and speculators often dream about coming...

by David Webb on 10/19/2011 More Real Estate

Retired Judge Ron Chapman shares his thoughts on Cedar Creek Lake and its future

Ron Chapman is a retired Dallas County State District Judge and Appellate Court Judge for the State of Texas who now lives on Cedar Creek Lake. He also served as a Visiting Judge. He obtained his law degree...

by David Webb on 10/17/2011 More Lake Life

Saturday, October 22, 2011 - A Night In Rock 'n Roll Alley

Join the Cedar Creek Lake Area Chamber of Commerce for a night of Retro FUNdraising with "A Night In Rock 'n Roll Alley" at Lakeplex Lanes in Seven Points. The fun starts Saturday, October 22 at 7 PM with...

by Jo Ann Hanstrom on 10/17/2011 More Entertainment

Businessman Carl Thomas expresses confidence in Cedar Creek Lake real estate market with agency opening

KAUFMAN -- Local businessman Carl Thomas is betting on big things happening in the Cedar Creek Lake area real estate market by opening a new agency to serve the community in the coming years. Despite...

by David Webb on 10/14/2011 More Real Estate

Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 10/14/11

Lake Level: 7ft Low. Lake Temp: 76 degrees. Prime CATCHING time is when the water temperature is between 55 and 75 degrees. Crappie: Good - With recent cool weather and as the water temperature...

by Laurie Rollins on 10/14/2011 More Fishing Reports

Cedar Creek Lake Businesses, Charitable Foundations Struggle to Stay Afloat During Drought

SEVEN POINTS - Tiny raindrops fell on Cedar Creek Lake as Bernie Talbot, owner of Cedar Isle Restaurant and Baja Club, lamented the devastating impact of the Texas drought on the economy of the East Texas...

by David Webb on 10/11/2011 More Lake Life

Advertising for a Small Business

Many businesses around the cedar creek lake area are small businesses. They struggled with the limited options to market or advertise their business because of the lack of budget or marketing experience. As an...

by Ty Thompson on 10/10/2011 More Lake Life

Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 10/5/2011

Cedar creek is 7ft low and falling with water temps in the low 70's and falling. The fish are on the move. The catfish are beginning to move shallower into the 5 to 10' ranges. Try fresh cut shad or shrimp...

by Jason Barber on 10/5/2011 More Fishing Reports

Fall is for Planting at Cedar Creek Lake

The record breaking temperatures in July and August coupled with water restrictions have caused serious plant damage to gardens in and around Cedar Creek Lake. There is a possibility some trees and shrubs...

by Stephen Gent on 10/5/2011 More Lake Life

New Building Campaign for Humane Society of Cedar Creek Lake

If you were lost, on your own and nowhere to go and no one to depend on, picked up by animal control taking you God knows where, would you rather be dropped off at the building pictured below on the left or...

by Debbie Lumpkins on 9/26/2011 More Lake Life

Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 9/17/2011

We are at 6.61 ft low to date and the water temps are in the 70's. The clarity is about as good as it gets on Cedar creek at lightly stained. The fishing is good despite the low water levels and drought...

by Jason Barber on 9/19/2011 More Fishing Reports

Cedar Creek Lake Real Estate and Low Water Levels

As a Cedar Creek Lake real estate agent, I'd like to share my perspective on the current water level and the impact on Cedar Creek Lake real estate. Last summer, waterfront property was a bit more enticing...

by Stephanie Mueller on 9/12/2011 More Real Estate

Square Dance for a Healthy Heart

Join us at Log Cabin Square & Round Dance for great fun & fitness for singles, teens, couples & the family! Did you know... - Square Dancing is a low-impact activity that helps keep the body healthy. -...

by Dee Rainville on 9/9/2011 More Lake Life

September Gardening Tips

September is a month of transition in the garden. The long hot days of summer give way to cooler temperatures and the opportunity to prepare your landscape for Fall. Here are some important tips for...

by Stephen Gent on 9/8/2011 More Lake Life

Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 8/29/2011

Crappie - Fair/Good - Last week we had a great Crappie trip keeping 56 Crappie. This has been the best crappie trip lately. we are still catching them on brush piles with jigs and minnows. Typically the...

by Laurie Rollins on 9/1/2011 More Fishing Reports

The Hideout - No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problem, Loiterers Welcome

"The Hideout" is a planned development that will consist of a variety of retail shops & restaurants on the boardwalk. The lakefront stage will carry music concerts every weekend provided free of charge and...

by Matt Wright on 9/1/2011 More Real Estate

Gardening Tips: How to Beat the Summer Heat

With temperatures in excess of 100 degrees and a severe lack of rain in the Cedar Creek Lake area, your landscape and garden plants are experiencing extreme heat stress. Here are a few simple tips for lake...

by Stephen Gent on 8/24/2011 More Lake Life

Introducing Cedar Creek Lake Community Articles

We launched CedarCreekLake.com in 2008 with the goal of creating a valuable resource for Cedar Creek Lake locals and visitors. Since then we've become the leading online community for Cedar Creek Lake real...

by Cassidy Lackey on 8/23/2011 More Lake Life

If These Walls Could Talk

There was once a show called "If These Walls Could Talk", I never saw the show but I remember hearing the title of it and thinking of the walls in Sunshine Sales. If those walls could talk, what would they...

by Elizabeth Swagerty on 8/22/2011 More Lake Life