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	Bowlers flock to Lakeplex Lanes for entertainment, excercise SEVEN POINTS -- One of the busiest entertainment venues on the lake is Lakeplex Lanes, where summer bowling leagues are now forming. The bowling leagues include both day and evening schedules, and there are... by David Webb on 5/23/2013 More Entertainment
	Hello Zebra Mussels. Goodbye Texas Lakes. In Texas, Lake Ray Roberts and Lake Texoma are already infested -- and without your help, Zebra Mussels will spread throughout the state. What are Zebra Mussels? Zebra Mussels are a small, destructive... by Tom Behrens on 5/22/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Main Place Galleria showcases country, gospel music SEVEN POINTS -- There's a new venue for country and gospel music fans at Main Place Galleria, and a Johnny Cash impersonator will take the stage May 24 at 7 p.m. Alan Dryman will be performing "Ring of... by David Webb on 5/22/2013 More Entertainment
	Renewed interest in storm shelters likely to follow tornadic activity in Texas, Oklahoma When storm clouds gathered over Cedar Creek Lake a day after the devastating tornado in Oklahoma, it caught people's attention. Television news stations warned North Texas residents on May 21 that most of... by David Webb on 5/22/2013 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for May 21, 2013 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly http://www.kingscreekadventures.com/ for Cedar Creek Lake. The water level is at 3.62' low and the temps are in the high 70's. The clarity is stained to slightly... by Jason Barber on 5/21/2013 More Fishing Reports
	National Trails and Free Fishing Day Saturday, June 1 is the 21st annual National Trails Day. Lace up some sturdy shoes, grab a hiking stick and head to a Texas State Park near you to join a guided hiking tour or hit the trails on your... by Tom Behrens on 5/19/2013 More Lake Life
	Women take the lead in Cedar Creek Lake election upsets Fifth-generation native Laura Hanna Peace became the first woman to ever lead the City of Kemp as mayor in the May 11 election. Peace, who is chief juvenile probation officer for Kaufman County, defeated... by David Webb on 5/16/2013 More Politics
	Cedar Creek Lake Library hosts weekend sale to clear out surplus books SEVEN POINTS -- The Library of Cedar Creek Lake will be offering about 5,000 books for sale this weekend, along with baked goods, plants and other rummage sale items. Library employees cleared the library... by David Webb on 5/15/2013 More Lake Life
	Purtis Creek Park helps drive Cedar Creek Lake area economy by attracting visitors EUSTACE -- Three basic principles guide the operation of Purtis Creek State Park, and they are helping to make it an increasingly popular tourist attraction, according to the park's... by David Webb on 5/14/2013 More Entertainment
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for May 12, 2013 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com/ fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The water level is at 3.50' low and the temps are in the mid to high 70's. The clarity is stained as... by Jason Barber on 5/12/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Kevin Fowler, Vanilla Ice to headline July Fest concert; annual to include car show GUN BARREL CITY -- Headliners Kevin Fowler and Vanilla Ice in concert at July Fest on Saturday July 6 at the City Park Pavilion are expected to draw a larger crowd than ever to the annual event. This year... by David Webb on 5/7/2013 More Entertainment
	Gun Barrel City officials market area as potential weapons, ammunition commercial center GUN BARREL CITY -- Radio stations nationwide are interviewing Mayor Paul Eaton about the city's passage of a resolution supporting the right of heads of household to own guns. Eaton said this week he is... by David Webb on 5/7/2013 More Real Estate
	Two bass on one cast The FishingWire reports Pflugerville, Texas, bass angler Donnie O'Neal set the hook Sunday, April 28, on what he thought would be a bass weighing 13-pound-plus largemouth bass that he could donate to the Texas... by Tom Behrens on 5/5/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for May 3, 2013 Hi fishing fans, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com/ fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The water level is at 3.18' low and the water temps are in the high 60's to low 70's. The... by Jason Barber on 5/3/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Toyota ShareLunker season ends with mixed results The Toyota ShareLunker program received a below-average number of entries during the season just ended, but the number of lakes producing 13-pound or bigger largemouth bass continued to increase. Twelve... by Tom Behrens on 5/2/2013 More Fishing Reports
	May Gardening Tips May is a month of transition in your garden as cooler weather plants should be replaced with varieties that like warmer temperatures. For example, verbena, petunias, purslane, pentas, vinca and zinnia can all... by Stephen Gent on 5/2/2013 More Lake Life
	Personal concierge to launch business on Cedar Creek Lake TOOL -- Lake life is for relaxation, and personal concierge Carol Thompson is counting on weekenders taking that message to heart as she launches her new business, Simply Solved, on May 20. Thompson,who was... by David Webb on 4/30/2013 More Lake Life
	Early voting runs from April 29 through May 7, municipal election day May 11; only 5% turnout expected Early voting in the municipalities surrounding Cedar Creek Lake starts April 29 and runs through May 7. Election day is May 11. Municipal elections tend to be the least attended by voters with an estimated... by David Webb on 4/29/2013 More Politics
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for April 25, 2013 Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The water level is at 3.15' low and the temps are in the high 60's. The clarity is stained to very stained... by Jason Barber on 4/25/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Fishing Cedar Creek Lake with BigCrappie.com Lake and Fishing Report CRAPPIE: Excellent / Good We have been catching lots of nice Crappie in 6-15ft of water lately. Jigs on 6lb line has been producing very good. The bite is light so watching your line is important. WHITE... by Laurie Rollins on 4/24/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Chili's sponsors petition seeking end to private club status GUN BARREL CITY -- Alcoholic beverage sales in restaurants could be on the city's ballot again in November. Chili's is sponsoring a petition that would allow voters to decide if restaurants in Gun Barrel... by David Webb on 4/24/2013 More Entertainment
	City of Tool declares 'Motorcycle Awareness Month' TOOL -- Cedar Creek Lake offers a great opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to enjoy a good ride, but it can also be dangerous. That's why Gary Schnelle, president of Leathernecks Motorcycle Club, asked... by David Webb on 4/23/2013 More Lake Life
	Solution to City of Kemp's water supply problems in sight KEMP -- Progress in solving the city's water problems appears to be in sight as neighboring officials lend a hand to the small town near Cedar Creek Lake. The West Municipal Utility District in Tool and the... by David Webb on 4/23/2013 More Lake Life
	Put the shimmy back into the bait Look inside a a largemouth bass angler's tackle box or bag and one of the lures in the inventory is a spinner bait, and probably more than one in different colors, blades and weights. The lasting popularity of... by Tom Behrens on 4/22/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Couple arrested, held on total of $33 million in bonds in connection with Kaufman County murders The biggest murder mystery to ever be seen in Kaufman County and the Cedar Creek Lake area came to a close with the arrests this week of a married couple. Kaufman County Sheriff David Byrnes announced that... by David Webb on 4/18/2013 More Lake Life
	Aqua World USA gears up for fun spring, summer Aqua World USA is stocked and ready for rentals and sales of electric boats, kayaks and paddle boards. The best part is the crew will deliver whatever you need to your lake residence for a weekend of... by David Webb on 4/16/2013 More Entertainment
	Tiki Hut waterfront restaurant reopens for high season TOOL -- One of the most common questions heard from visitors to Cedar Creek Lake is, "Where can we go to eat on the waterfront?" For the last several months the answer has been a disappointing, "There isn't... by David Webb on 4/16/2013 More Entertainment
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for April 15, 2013 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly http://www.kingscreekadventures.com/ fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake level is at 3.16 ' low and the water temps are in the mid to high 60's. The... by Jason Barber on 4/15/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Learn to fly-fish at TFFC May 18 Expert fly-fisher Bob Cappallo will teach fly-fishing for beginners at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center May 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Bob Cappallo is a member of Trout Unlimited and works as a... by Tom Behrens on 4/13/2013 More Fishing Reports
	New police chief vows to stop drug traffickers on Eustace's stretch of Hwy 175 EUSTACE -- Some small towns on the highway become known as "speed traps," but you might say police chief Ken Holder plans to turn his town into an "illegal drug trap." Holder has only been in charge of... by David Webb on 4/10/2013 More Lake Life
	Eggheads to treat visitors to Athens fisheries center to samples from outdoor cookers ATHENS -- The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center will host the "Athens Eggfest" on April 13, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Experienced outdoor cooks are known as eggheads, and they will be preparing a variety of foods on... by David Webb on 4/10/2013 More Lake Life
	Trips, Food & Fun Up for Auction at Library’s Most Important Fundraiser The Library at Cedar Creek Lake hopes to raise some serious money at Denim & Diamonds V, the library's most important fundraiser of the year. The event will be held on April 27 from 5 - 10 p.m. at the Cedar... by Connie Holubar on 4/10/2013 More Lake Life
	Texas Gov. Perry vows to hunt down prosecutors' killers; doubles reward money KAUFMAN -- The reward for information leading to the indictment and conviction of the murderers of two Kaufman County officials is now $230,000. Texas Gov. Rick Perry offered $100,000 from his office during... by David Webb on 4/5/2013 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Rotary Club to don red high-heel shoes, march against violence If you see a bunch of men in T-shirts and red high-heel shoes marching around the Athens town square four times this summer during the Fiddler's Reunion, relax. It's for a good cause. Donna Johnson,... by David Webb on 4/3/2013 More Lake Life
	2 publications tout entertainment destinations near Cedar Creek Lake for April travel Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine and Texas State Parks online "Outdoor Activity of the Month" promoted family-fun spots near Cedar Creek Lake for travel in April. The magazine named Athens' Texas Freshwater... by David Webb on 4/3/2013 More Entertainment
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for April 2, 2013 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The water level is at 3.43' low and the water temps are in the low to mid 60's. The water clarity is... by Jason Barber on 4/2/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Murder of Kaufman County DA, wife shocks Cedar Creek Lake residents; county ramps up security KAUFMAN -- The murder of Kaufman County District Attorney Mike McLelland and his wife Cynthia over the weekend has left the entire state in shock. It is particularly bewildering to residents of Kaufman... by David Webb on 4/1/2013 More Lake Life
	Easter celebrations blossoming on Cedar Creek Lake Special Easter events galore are underway on Cedar Creek Lake this weekend. On Good Friday a group of youths dressed in Biblical attire accompanied by a Liberty Baptist Church leader carrying a wooden cross... by David Webb on 3/29/2013 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Car Show & Kiwanis Krawfish Boil, Poker Run set for 1st weekend of May MABANK -- The Cedar Creek Lake Car Show & Kiwanis Krawfish Boil will kick off Friday, May 3, with a Poker Run, and it will continue on Saturday with the main event at Mabank Pavilion. The Poker Run, which... by David Webb on 3/27/2013 More Entertainment
	April Gardening Tips With cooler weather behind us and the prospect of higher temperatures ahead, here's a garden checklist for the month of April. As your lawns, plants, trees and shrubs start their growth season, fertilize... by Stephen Gent on 3/27/2013 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Real Estate Market Forecast: Now is the time... Economists call it 'pent up demand'. Political pundits say the market is 'moving forward in spite of the lack of conﬁdence in our elected ofﬁcials'. Regardless of how you define it, the Cedar Creek Lake... by Steve Gregory REALTOR on 3/27/2013 More Real Estate
	New "Welcome to Seven Points" sign going up SEVEN POINTS -- A new sign announcing visitors' arrival in the city is almost finished. The Economic Development Corporation, the Department of Transportation and city officials cooperated to get an... by David Webb on 3/26/2013 More Lake Life
	Longtime Cedar Creek Lake realtor, community volunteer receives award from Chamber of Commerce The Cedar Creek Lake Chamber of Commerce honored longtime member James D. Ragsdale with a Lifetime Service Award at its recent awards banquet at the Cedar Creek Country Club. Ragsdale, who joined the... by David Webb on 3/26/2013 More Lake Life
	New fishing pier at Tom Finley Park nears completion GUN BARREL CITY -- The Eddie Oehlers Pier under construction at Tom Finley Park will be opened to the community at a dedication ceremony on April 6 at 11 a.m. Only painting, decorative touches, installation... by David Webb on 3/20/2013 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for March 21, 2013 from BigCrappie.com Just got off the water and am sitting down to a little turkey on wheat action. Last Tuesday evening we saw our fish making a mass exodus towards shallow waters, and as of this morning, they are still there. In... by Laurie Rollins on 3/20/2013 More Fishing Reports
	The Venue gears up for grand opening, gets liquor license GUN BARREL CITY -- The Venue, a new intimate concert hall operated by Cedar Creek Lake entertainer Dino Perelli, will host its grand opening April 6. August & J-Sand Dollar Rodeo will perform at the grand... by David Webb on 3/19/2013 More Entertainment
	TxDot engineer expects new bridge to go up in 5 years GUN BARREL CITY -- Cedar Creek Lake will likely see multiple bridge and road improvements in the next few years, thanks to the efforts of local leaders, according to a Texas Department of Transportation... by David Webb on 3/18/2013 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for March 16, 2013 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The water level is at 3.3 low and the water temps are creeping into the low 60's. The water is still... by Jason Barber on 3/16/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Gun Barrel City police link to CrimeReports GUN BARREL CITY -- If you live or vacation in this area of Cedar Creek Lake, it's easy to find out about any recent or past criminal activity. The Gun Barrel City Police Department joined with the online... by David Webb on 3/14/2013 More Lake Life
	March 14, 2013 Fishing Report with www.BigCrappie.com If you're wanting to catch spawning crappie, wait no longer. Our fish are now moving shallow, and we're seeing both quantity and quality. Emphasis on quality. What else could we ask for? The water... by Laurie Rollins on 3/14/2013 More Fishing Reports
	TxDot commits to $2 million impact study for new Hwy 334 bridge after years of lobbying by local leaders The Texas Department of Transportation is taking the first step toward the construction of a new $50 million four-lane bridge between Seven Points and Gun Barrel City. TxDot committed to spending $2 million... by David Webb on 3/13/2013 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Veterans Foundation Golf Classic to host George Prescott Bush visit George Prescott Bush, the descendant of two U.S. presidents, will play in the Cedar Creek Veterans Foundation Golf Classic May 6 at the Pinnacle Golf Club. Bush, who is the grandson of George P. Bush and... by David Webb on 3/12/2013 More Entertainment
	Long Cove breaks ground on 5-acre, 26-lakefront homesite expansion; completion expected by summer Long Cove, a private residential community on the southeast side of Cedar Creek Lake, recently began a $1 million project on a half-mile shoreline expansion. The project, which will be completed by this... by David Webb on 3/6/2013 More Real Estate
	New sport of stand-up paddling comes to Cedar Creek Lake TOOL -- One of the fastest growing outdoor sports is stand-up paddling, and Don's Port Marina will be offering it this year. Stand-up paddling involves the use of a canoe-like paddle where the participants... by David Webb on 3/6/2013 More Entertainment
	Athens Farmers Market opens monthly in off-season ATHENS -- Even though it is still winter, the Athens Farmers Market opens monthly in its off-season schedule. The market opens monthly on Saturdays in conjunction with Canton's First Monday Trade Day. The... by David Webb on 3/6/2013 More Lake Life
	March Gardening Tips If you haven't spread a pre-emergent on your lawn, do so as soon as possible. With the unusually warm winter, weed seeds like crab grass are beginning to sprout. Pre-emergents stop the germination of weeds... by Stephen Gent on 3/5/2013 More Lake Life
	Prosecutor's murder renews concerns about courthouse improvements in East Texas counties Concerns about costs during tough economic times delayed overdue improvements to surrounding counties aging courthouses, but the recent unsolved murder of a Kaufman County prosecutor is bringing more urgency... by David Webb on 3/2/2013 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Yacht Club to kick off 2013 season with class TOOL -- The Cedar Creek Yacht Club will kick off its new season with a fundamentals in sailing class at the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Club House Saturday, March 2, at 9 a.m. The club, which first organized... by David Webb on 2/28/2013 More Entertainment
	Crime Stoppers reward for murdered prosecutor reaches $100,000; more donations sought The Crime Stoppers award for information leading to the arrest and indictment of murdered Kaufman County Assistant District Attorney Mark Hasse has risen to $100,000. Hasse, 57, was shot to death Jan. 31... by David Webb on 2/27/2013 More Lake Life
	Feb. 26 Fishing Report from www.BigCrappie.com Guide Service Water Color: Muddy/Stained Water Level: 319.07 (-2.93) Water Temp: 54 Crappie - We had some excellent Crappie trips this week with great numbers of fish and good quality Crappie. The water temp has... by Laurie Rollins on 2/26/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Cedar Creek Lake fishing report for February 26, 2013 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake level is at 3.0 ft. low and the water temps are in the 50's. The clarity is stained to muddy... by Jason Barber on 2/26/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Home & Garden Show The Home & Garden Show is tomorrow Saturday February 23rd at the Cain Center in Athens. The show features exhibits, services and information for anyone interested in home and garden improvement. Former... by Stephen Gent on 2/22/2013 More Lake Life
	National Weather Service offers Internet Skywarn course FORT WORTH -- The National Weather Service regularly offers Skywarn classes throughout North Texas to recruit volunteers for its weather monitoring program, but the course can be taken online as... by David Webb on 2/21/2013 More Lake Life
	Investigators focus on Aryan Brotherhood Texas link in Kaufman County prosecutor's death KAUFMAN -- Local law enforcement officials at first seemed to down play a possible link between the murder of Kaufman County Assistant District Attorney Mark Hasse on Jan. 31 and threats from the Aryan... by David Webb on 2/20/2013 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for February 18, 2012 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The water level is at 2.9' low and the water temps are in the mid 50's. The water is stained to muddy... by Jason Barber on 2/18/2013 More Real Estate
	Trinity Valley Electric Cooperative to launch 'Operation Round-Up'; Smart Meters to be installed It won't be a coincidence when Trinity Valley Electric Cooperative customer members start noticing all of their bills come out in even dollars with no cents soon. The cooperative is launching "Operation... by David Webb on 2/14/2013 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake library adds art gallery to its services SEVEN POINTS -- The Library at Cedar Creek Lake will open its new art gallery and exhibition space on Saturday, Feb. 16, with its first exhibition. The exhibition will feature the painting of Arnold Hill's... by David Webb on 2/13/2013 More Lake Life
	Feb. 13, Fishing Report with BigCrappie.com Crappie fishing has been great lately. Last week the bite was fantastic. This week the cooler weather has slowed them down a little, but yesterday we still caught a good mess of fish. Water temp last week was... by Laurie Rollins on 2/13/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Gardening Tips for February Stop Lawn Weeds this Spring To have a lush green lawn free of weeds this spring, now is the time to apply a pre-emergent! This year with the unusually mild temperatures, weeds are starting to sprout early.... by Stephen Gent on 2/7/2013 More Lake Life
	State senator vows to fight off efforts to seize East Texas' water for other parts of state AUSTIN -- Sen. Robert Nichols warned a group of visiting constituents from Cedar Creek Lake that legislators from other parts of the state would be looking to East Texas to help them ride out the ongoing... by David Webb on 2/7/2013 More Politics
	Legislators vow to pursue wider bridge from Seven Points to Gun Barrel City; lake residents get legislative overview AUSTIN -- State Representatives Lance Gooden and Jim Pitts told visiting constituents from Cedar Creek Lake the construction of a new, wider bridge between Seven Points and Gun Barrel City would be a priority... by David Webb on 2/6/2013 More Politics
	February Fishing with BigCrappie.com Cedar Creek Lake Crappie: GOOD We had a busy week catching fish which always makes for some great guide trips. We have continuously been catching them in much shallower water lately. This is usually a pretty good indicator... by Laurie Rollins on 2/6/2013 More Fishing Reports
	FOUNDATION CREATED TO RAISE PRIVATE DOLLARS FOR MALAKOFF ISD A group of prominent community leaders, educators, and citizens have joined to form a non-profit foundation, with MISD as the sole benefactor. The Malakoff Education Foundation has announced their intention to... by Ricky Armstrong on 2/6/2013 More Lake Life
	Henderson County plans training conference for National Crime Victims Awareness Week in Athens GUN BARREL CITY -- Henderson County District Attorney Scott McKee laid out plans to conduct a training conference for National Crime Victims Awareness Week during his speech to the Cedar Creek Lake Rotary... by David Webb on 2/1/2013 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake fishing report for February 1, 2013 Hello folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com/ fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake level is at 2.83 low and the water temps are in the mid 40's. The water is stained to very... by Jason Barber on 2/1/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Cedar Creek Lake to feature public wheelchair-accessible fishing pier this spring GUN BARREL CITY -- Construction of a wheelchair-accessible fishing pier honoring military personnel is scheduled for completion in April at Tom Finley Park on Cedar Creek Lake. When completed, the Eddie... by David Webb on 1/30/2013 More Lake Life
	Real estate agents' numbers dropped on Cedar Creek Lake, statewide during slowdown The number of licensed real estate agents operating in Texas fell after home sales decreased by 27 percent in 2007, according to a story published in the January issue of Tierra Grande. The story, "License... by David Webb on 1/28/2013 More Real Estate
	Navarro County judge gives former Cedar Creek Lake blogger maximum for child sexual assault conviction CORSICANA -- Navarro County Judge James Lagomarsino of 13th District Court ruled controversial blogger Joey Dauben must serve three 10-year sentences consecutively for his conviction in connection with a 2007... by David Webb on 1/25/2013 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake fishing report for January 23, 2012 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com/ fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The Lake level is at 2.87 ' low and the water temps are in the mid to high 40's. The water is stained... by Jason Barber on 1/23/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Toy poodle lost near Cedar Creek Lake by Colorado family found; now Humane Society looks for family KAUFMAN -- On Christmas Eve a Colorado family visiting in Texas inquired at the Humane Society of Cedar Creek Lake about their lost toy poodle, but sadly they went away empty-handed. Two weeks later, animal... by David Webb on 1/22/2013 More Lake Life
	Rotary Club sponsors 4-Way speech contest allowing high school students to compete for college scholarships GUN BARREL CITY -- The Rotary Club of Cedar Creek Lake is participating in the national group's 2013 speech contest for college-bound high school students. Local members heard a speech by Eustace High... by David Webb on 1/19/2013 More Lake Life
	December Showings of Cedar Creek Lake Homes Finished 2012 Strong! Just as they did throughout 2012, the monthly showings of Cedar Creek Lake homes for December indicate that many prospects for lake homes are still actively looking. There were an estimated 524 showings in... by Steve Gregory REALTOR on 1/18/2013 More Real Estate
	Recent rain raises Cedar Creek Lake 1 foot; experts unsure about 3-month forecast Recent rains brought Cedar Creek Lake up a foot, but it is still 2.81 feet below normal. The National Weather Service Weather Forecast Office issued its latest report Jan. 8 about the ongoing drought,... by David Webb on 1/16/2013 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for January 14, 2013 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the kingscreekadventurers.com weekly fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The water level is at 2.85 low and the water temps are in the 40's. The clarity is slightly stained on... by Jason Barber on 1/14/2013 More Fishing Reports
	Controversial former Cedar Creek Lake blogger convicted of child sexual assault; jury could assess up to 80 years CORSICANA -- Joey Dauben, former blog publisher of the Ellis County Observer who maintained a home office on Cedar Creek Lake and covered some local municipal issues, was convicted of child sexual assault... by David Webb on 1/12/2013 More Politics
	January Gardening Tips for Cedar Creek Lake If your New Year's resolution includes having a better looking home and garden, here are some tips for January to help reach your gardening goals for 2013. Pruning. Prune trees and shrubs to remove dead or... by Stephen Gent on 1/10/2013 More Lake Life
	New music showroom, recording studio and concert hall to open mid-February GUN BARREL CITY -- Cedar Creek Lake entertainer Dino Perelli is opening a new music equipment showroom, recording studio and concert hall in mid-February. The showroom will open new and used instruments,... by David Webb on 1/9/2013 More Entertainment
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for January 8, 2013 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar creek lake. The lake is in good shape with the level being 3.86 ' below normal pool. The clarity is slightly... by Jason Barber on 1/8/2013 More Fishing Reports
	New Libertarian Party In Henderson County As of Jan. 1 we officially have a Libertarian Party in Henderson County. We believe more people are becoming increasingly disgruntled with the two-party system, and we have an opportunity to grow the... by Desarae Lindsey on 1/6/2013 More Politics
	Cedar Creek Lake landmark marina to be sold at auction next month GUN BARREL CITY -- Big Chief Landing, the longest business on Cedar Creek Lake in continuous operation, will be sold at an on-site auction Feb. 12 at 1 p.m. The business operation, which was built in 1966... by David Webb on 1/3/2013 More Real Estate
	2012: Another Great Year for Real Estate at Cedar Creek Lake! It was another great year for real estate at Cedar Creek Lake with 203 waterfront homes sold - that's an increase of just under 15% from 2011! Smart sellers took notice of the large number of prospects... by Steve Gregory REALTOR on 1/3/2013 More Real Estate
	Banner year at CedarCreekLake.com; best is yet to come! No doubt that 2012 was an amazing year at CedarCreekLake.com with 232,000 visits, 123,000 unique visitors and 1.2 million page views, up over 80% from 2011. Our Facebook fan page grew to 18,000 fans and... by Cassidy Lackey on 1/3/2013 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Chamber of Commerce plans lobby day The Cedar Creek Lake Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a "Day at the Texas State Capitol" on Feb. 5 for local leaders to meet with the area's representatives in the 83rd State Legislature. Chamber... by David Webb on 1/2/2013 More Politics
	A look back at 2012 on Cedar Creek Lake A review of the stories published on CedarCreekLake.com in 2012 shows that readers appeared to be most interested in those involving large entertainment venues, the depth of the water in the lake and its... by David Webb on 12/29/2012 More Lake Life
	Athens Daily Review editor advocates journalism 'reflective' of community GUN BARREL CITY -- Athens Daily Review editor Jayson Larson characterized his newspaper as a "mouthpiece of the community" in a speech to the Cedar Creek Lake Rotary Club on Dec. 21. "If I'm doing my job... by David Webb on 12/27/2012 More Lake Life
	Christmas Eve blaze destroys Seven Points' Cedar Isle Club; future of popular live music venue unclear for now SEVEN POINTS -- A four-alarm blaze roared through Cedar Isle Restaurant and Baja Beach Club in the early morning hours of Dec. 24, apparently causing a total loss to the popular nightclub. Owner Lew Talbot... by David Webb on 12/26/2012 More Real Estate
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 12-26-2012 Hello folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake level is at 3.81' low and the temps are in the high 40's. The water has became more stained... by Jason Barber on 12/26/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Why are people trying to retrieve their lost animals being turned away for lack of money? (UPDATE: No ticket was issued by Tool, and I just went and paid the Humane Society fee and paid for a rabies vaccination at a veterinarian so the young couple can pick up their dog at 3 p.m. today. Several... by David Webb on 12/18/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Humane Society to outfit new mobile adoption bus; donations needed The Humane Society of Cedar Creek Lake recently acquired a van that will be converted to a mobile adoption bus to help find homes for the many animals who wind up in the group's care. Donations are needed... by David Webb on 12/18/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Rotary Club taps longtime newspaper woman to lead group in 2013 GUN BARREL CITY -- The Avanti Singers entertained the Rotary Club of Cedar Creek Lake with Christmas melodies at the group's regular weekly meeting at Vetoni's restaurant Dec. 14. The club's new president,... by David Webb on 12/14/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Chamber names new board; accessibility specialist to serve as chair Marty Mullins, of TexasAbility, will serve as the 2013 chair of the Cedar Creek Lake Area Chamber of Commerce. Mullins, who is a registered accessibility specialist,and 11 other business people accepted... by David Webb on 12/13/2012 More Lake Life
	Henderson County Board of Realtors elects new officers, directors; McAtee agent to lead group ATHENS -- Angie Tuley, a real estate agent for McAtee Realty, Inc. on Cedar Creek Lake will be the 2013 president for the Henderson County Board of Realtors. The group installed Tuley and five other... by David Webb on 12/12/2012 More Real Estate
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report fo 12-11-2012 Hey folks Jason Barber here with the weekly http://www.kingscreekadventures.com/ fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake is at 3.73' low and falling and the water temps are in the High 40's to low 50's... by Jason Barber on 12/11/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Santa Claus to attend Cedar Creek Library breakfast SEVEN POINTS -- The Library at Cedar Creek Lake will host Santa Claus for breakfast Saturday, Dec. 8, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Adults and children are invited to enjoy pancake and sausage breakfasts and get their... by David Webb on 12/6/2012 More Entertainment
	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... by Stephen Gent on 12/6/2012 More Lake Life
	Garlow's bar hosts drag show to benefit Toys for Tots GUN BARREL CITY -- It will be with at least a small amount of shocked amusement that some readers peruse The Monitor of Mabank this week. On page 4 of the Dec. 6 issue halfway down, the headline reads... by David Webb on 12/5/2012 More Entertainment
	Southside Bank's new online bill pay causes headaches If you use Southside Bank's online bill paying system, you better log on and get started on adapting to the new system in a hurry. Bank employees say the new system is giving them as big of a headache as it... by David Webb on 12/3/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 12-01-2012 Hey folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com/ fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The Lake level is at 3.72' low and slightly stained to stained. The temps are in the mid 50's. and... by Jason Barber on 12/1/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Salon takes over 'Old Friends' former space in Historic Downtown Mabank, Dexter the cat safe MABANK -- Nearly a year has passed since Bill Boyd, 82, owner of Old Friends died, and the antique store he so loved recently was transformed into a beauty salon. Total Look II Full Service Hair and Nail... by David Webb on 11/29/2012 More Lake Life
	CedarCreekLake.com adds special events calendar, section featuring restaurants Just in time for the end-of-the year holiday season and all of the festivities leading up to it, CedarCreekLake.com has added a new quick events reference section. Near the top of the home page of the... by David Webb on 11/27/2012 More Entertainment
	Cedar Creek Lake kicks off holiday season with rock and roll theme; Elvis to be on hand GUN BARREL CITY -- A Christmas parade on Main Street featuring an Elvis Presley impersonator and a fireworks show in City Park will entertain folks Saturday, Dec. 1, at 6 p.m. Pictures with Santa Claus will... by David Webb on 11/20/2012 More Entertainment
	Former Cedar Creek Lake blogger convicted, must serve 5 years probation for 2011 post; still faces sex assault trial WAXAHACHIE -- Joey Dauben, former publisher of the Ellis County Observer, received five years probation on Nov. 15 in lieu of a one-year state jail sentence recommended by a jury after a one-day trial and... by David Webb on 11/15/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake couple organizes 1st Henderson County Libertarian Party, seeks members to join TOOL -- When Tyler and Desarae Lindsey realized 89 Henderson County residents in addition to them voted a straight Libertarian Party ticket in the general election, they decided it was high time for a local... by David Webb on 11/13/2012 More Politics
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 11/12/2012 The crappie are biting very well this week, with most of our fish biting on jigs. Almost any brushpile from 8-20ft is holding fish right now, and should continue to do so for awhile. Fall crappie are big,... by Laurie Rollins on 11/12/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Cedar Creek Lake parade to honor armed service members on Veterans Day SEVEN POINTS -- Military personnel who have served in defense of the United States during warfare will be honored at a parade on Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov. 11 at 2 p.m. Although Veteran's Day is recognized... by David Webb on 11/11/2012 More Lake Life
	Autumn Fun Fair benefiting Tri-County Library to be held in Historic Downtown Mabank MABANK -- The Friends of the Tri-County Library is hosting its annual Autumn Fun Fair and book sale on Market Street Nov. 10, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The activities will include arts and crafts booths, pony rides,... by David Webb on 11/8/2012 More Entertainment
	Kaufman County Historical Commission to host Living History Day at Poor Farm KAUFMAN -- Ever wonder what life was like in Texas back in the pioneer days before modern conveniences became the norm? That's what will be on display at Kaufman County's Poor Farm on Saturday, Nov. 10, 9... by David Webb on 11/7/2012 More Entertainment
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 11-04-2012 Jason Barber here with the kingscreekadventures.com weekly fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake is 3.15' low and the water temps are in the high 50's to low 60's. The carity is a little more stained... by Jason Barber on 11/4/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Northland Communications kicks off local holiday food drive with customer incentives As the holidays approach numerous Cedar Creek Lake charitable organizations and businesses are launching food drives, but Northland Communications is offering an incentive to encourage customers to contribute... by David Webb on 11/1/2012 More Lake Life
	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 11/1/2012 More Lake Life
	New Brookshire's grocery store in Mabank to open mid-November; 1st 1,000 customers to get big bonus MABANK -- The new expanded Brookshire's Food and Pharmacy will open on Nov. 14 with a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. Store manager Scott Andrews said the new state-of-the-art store's grand opening should appeal... by David Webb on 10/31/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake municipal leaders put wider Hwy 334 bridge on legislative wish list; representatives on board Anyone who regularly travels the Highway 334 bridge connecting Seven Points to Gun Barrel City knows it is ripe for a traffic jam just about anytime of the day. That's because it is the primary route in the... by David Webb on 10/30/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 10-29-2012 With the recent cold fronts we've had, fall fishing has busted wide open, and doesn't appear to be slowing down anytime soon. The crappie are biting like crazy on jigs and minnows, with most of our fish... by Laurie Rollins on 10/29/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Spooky weekend forecast as Halloween parties brew all around Cedar Creek Lake No matter where your tastes run, there's probably a Halloween party just right for you somewhere on Cedar Creek Lake this weekend and continuing through the big night on Oct. 31. In Gun Barrel City Park the... by David Webb on 10/24/2012 More Entertainment
	Malakoff: Maybe the Scarecrow Capital of East Texas Over here in Malakoff, we have gone scarecrow crazy. We had so much fun with our Christmas in July event, where we all decorated for Christmas in the middle of the summer, we just thought we'd do something... by Loretta Humble on 10/24/2012 More Travel
	Cedar Creek Lake home to ghostbuster team; East Texas Paranormal investigates 'unexplained experiences' for free KEMP -- When there's something strange going on, you can call East Texas Paranormal. Or you can even send them an e-mail. The sleepy little town of Kemp on Cedar Creek Lake is the home base of Martha... by David Webb on 10/24/2012 More Lake Life
	3rd Quarter Statistics for Cedar Creek Lake Properties Indicate Interest in Lake Homes is Still Strong! CEDAR CREEK LAKE, TX - The number of sales of waterfront residences at Cedar Creek Lake is up 5% from last year - with 165 sales through the 3rd Quarter of this year making up almost half (45.96%) of the total... by Steve Gregory REALTOR on 10/19/2012 More Real Estate
	Cedar Creek Lake 'Walk Like MADD' aims to fight drunk driving; event includes softball tournament GUN BARREL CITY -- The third annual Henderson County "Walk Like MADD" fundraiser will kick off at the City Park on Saturday, Oct. 20, to help provide financial support for the national organization that works... by David Webb on 10/18/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake fishing report for October 18, 2012 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with this weeks kingscreekadventures.com/ fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The water level is 2.88 ' below normal pool and falling. The water temps are in the 70's and the... by Jason Barber on 10/18/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Black Beauty Ranch hosts open house; public invited to visit exotic animal rescue facility in Murchison MURCHISON -- The Cleveland Armory Black Beauty Ranch and Doris Day Horse Rescue and Adoption Center will show off its 1,250-acre sanctuary for exotic animals during an open house Saturday, Oct. 20, 10 a.m. to... by David Webb on 10/16/2012 More Entertainment
	Consider investing in rainwater harvesting systems before next summer leaves your yard thirsty, parched Rainwater harvesting is not a new idea, but it is one that Texas residents might want to consider more seriously in light of the devastating drought of recent years. Although both officials in Henderson and... by David Webb on 10/11/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake locals ferment wines, brew beer SEVEN POINTS -- No matter whether your taste runs to beer or wine, you can sample local offerings of the beverages on Cedar Creek Lake. Cedar Creek Brewery on Cedar Creek Parkway is an... by David Webb on 10/8/2012 More Entertainment
	State Fair of Texas entrance free for seniors on Thursdays DALLAS - The best day of the week for Cedar Creek Lake retirees to visit the State Fair of Texas is on Thursday because admission is free for anyone 60 or older. The State Fair of Texas traces its roots... by David Webb on 10/3/2012 More Entertainment
	Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center to be decked out for Halloween party on Oct. 25 ATHENS -- It's perfect weather for an Autumn visit to the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center where young and old can enjoy an exhibition of underwater wildlife and the birds that populate the state's... by David Webb on 10/2/2012 More Entertainment
	Cedar Creek Lake fishing report for Oct 2, 2012 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek lake. The lake level is at 2.59' low and the clarity is slightly stained with the water temps in the mid 70's... by Jason Barber on 10/2/2012 More Fishing Reports
	October Gardening Tips The number one question we hear at the nursery this time of year is, when is the best time of year to plant? Without question, fall is the best time to plant - especially fruit trees, shade trees, shrubs... by Stephen Gent on 9/27/2012 More Lake Life
	James Cristy Cole Circus heads for Cedar Creek Lake GUN BARREL CITY -- The James Cristy Cole Circus will feature clowns, acrobats, aerialists, trained exotic big animals like tigers and elephants, daring motorcycle riders and other live entertainment at City... by David Webb on 9/27/2012 More Entertainment
	Women's Realtors group to present 'Bras for a Cause'; breast cancer benefit to feature 'hot firemen models' SEVEN POINTS -- "Bras for a Cause," an annual Cedar Creek Lake fundraiser for breast cancer awareness, research and treatment, will be presented by Henderson County Women's Council of Realtors at Cedar Isle... by David Webb on 9/26/2012 More Lake Life
	Tri-County Library to offer genealogy workshop MABANK -- One of the most precious assets of the Tri-County Library is its genealogy library, and the Root Seekers Genealogical Society will showcase it in a workshop Saturday, Oct. 6, 9 a.m. to 3... by David Webb on 9/25/2012 More Lake Life
	'Angels in Tropical Shirts' cancer fundraiser kicks off this weekend; 3-day event to benefit children "Angelsl in Tropical Shirts," a three-day entertainment charity event sponsored by the Parrot Head Club of Cedar Creek Lake, starts Friday night, Sept. 21, with live trop-rock music by Texas musicians at Cedar... by David Webb on 9/20/2012 More Entertainment
	Ellis County judge orders former blogger's bail revoked; mental competency evaluation ordered WAXAHACHIE -- A district judge ordered former Ellis County Observer publisher Joey Dauben's bail revoked on Tuesday, returning the blogger to jail until his trial on charges he fraudulently used private... by David Webb on 9/18/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake offers 2 nice hotels for weekend getaways City folks wanting to get away for a weekend can choose from two better quality hotels on Cedar Creek Lake. With fall events like Athens' Annual Fall Festival and Black-eyed Pea Cook Off coming up on Oct.... by David Webb on 9/17/2012 More Entertainment
	Cedar Creek Lake fishing report for September 17, 2012 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake is 2.9 low and the temps are in the high 70's. The lake is still slightly stained but good... by Jason Barber on 9/17/2012 More Fishing Reports
	East Texas Arboretum & Botanical Society announces plans for Henderson County veterans war memorial A veterans' war memorial honoring military personnel from Henderson County who served in wars dating back to the Civil War will be constructed in Athens, according to a representative of the East Texas... by David Webb on 9/13/2012 More Entertainment
	State Rep. Gooden looks forward to 2nd term, anticipates 'big fight' over private school vouchers GUN BARREL CITY -- State Rep. Lance Gooden is assuring District 4 residents that no new taxes will come out of the 83rd Session of the Texas Legislature, but he is warning there will be a "big fight" over... by David Webb on 9/12/2012 More Politics
	'Lunch on the Lake' airs live each week from Cedar Creek Lake restaurants; video archives available GUN BARREL CITY -- A group of local documentary and event television producers and broadcast technicians recently launched a live, traveling variety show called "Lunch on the Lake" that airs every Monday at... by David Webb on 9/11/2012 More Entertainment
	Cedar Creek Lake fishing report for September 10, 2012 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the kingscreekadventures.com weekly fishing report for Cedar creek lake. The lake level is at -2.74 and falling and the temps are in the 80'S. The water is slightly stained but... by Jason Barber on 9/10/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Henderson, Kaufman County officials extend burn bans; end to blazing hot weather in sight Dramatically lower temperatures are expected to follow a cold front moving into the area this weekend, but dry conditions prompted both Henderson and Kaufman Counties officials to continue with existing burn... by David Webb on 9/6/2012 More Lake Life
	September Gardening Tips for Cedar Creek Lake September marks the transition from summer to fall 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... by Stephen Gent on 9/6/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Cleanup, closing party scheduled Sept. 22 The Tarrant Regional Water District is sponsoring the 14th Annual Cedar Creek Cleanup Saturday, Sept. 22 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. The annual event is well supported by lake residents, and about 600... by David Webb on 9/4/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake fishing report for September 4, 2012 Hello, this is Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com/ lake report for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake level is at -2.56 and falling and the water temps are in the 80's. The clarity is still... by Jason Barber on 9/4/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Celebrate Labor Day on Cedar Creek Lake Labor Day is upon us again, and it's time to make plans for the last bash of the Summer of 2012. The biggest party will be going on at the Cedar Creek Lake Country Club where members and their guests will... by David Webb on 8/30/2012 More Entertainment
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for August 28, 2012 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake is 2.39' low and the water temps are in the mid 80's. The clarity is still slightly stained. ... by Jason Barber on 8/28/2012 More Fishing Reports
	'What to Do' feature added to CedarCreekLake.com; website reaches thousands of potential customers CedarCreekLake.com has added a new feature called "What to Do" on the promotional website to help keep residents and visitors informed of dining and other entertainment venues on the lake. Website publisher... by David Webb on 8/27/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake boat dealer marketing electric-powered craft for sale, rent GUN BARREL CITY -- Similar to the way it is with automobiles, the wave of the future in boat propulsion is apparently going to be electric - not gasoline-powered engines, according to Jacques van der Plas,... by David Webb on 8/22/2012 More Entertainment
	Cedar Creek Lake fishing report for August 21, 2012 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake is at 2.22 low and falling and the water temps are in the high 80's to low 90's. The clarity... by Jason Barber on 8/21/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Zebra mussels pose 'moderate' threat to Cedar Creek Lake; education campaign to kick off GUN BARREL CITY - Within the next couple of weeks expect to see signs of an anti-zebra mussel campaign taking shape around the lake. Tarrant Regional Water District officials assured Cedar Creek Lake... by David Webb on 8/16/2012 More Lake Life
	Wetland center in Seagoville offers 'Walk, Talk Tours' to public; resident wildlife includes alligators, birds SEAGOVILLE -- The 3,100-acre John Bunker Sands Wetland Center is a research facility dedicated to water quality and supply, and it is open to the public on the first and third Saturday of each month for guided... by David Webb on 8/15/2012 More Entertainment
	Cedar Creek Lake water level drops below 2 feet of normal; Stage 2 water restrictions kick in The drought and intense heat of August caused Cedar Creek Lake to drop 2.14 feet as of Aug. 13 so water restrictions are once again in effect in lake communities. The West Cedar Creek Municipal Utility... by David Webb on 8/13/2012 More Lake Life
	Century Link selling telephone packages with high-speed Internet that is unavailable in some lake areas SEVEN POINTS -- If you recently ordered high-speed Internet from Century Link and your computer still runs slowly, you may be on the same speed as before. Century Link is flooding mailboxes in the Cedar... by David Webb on 8/10/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake fishing report for August 10, 2012 Hey fishing fans, Jason Barber here with the weekly kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake level is at -2.02 and falling. and the clarity is slightly stained. the water temps... by Jason Barber on 8/10/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Humane Society's casino night this weekend; 'Walk n' Wag' event set for Sept. 15 ATHENS -- The Humane Society of Cedar Creek Lake will host its "Evening Out for Paws and Claws" at the Cain Center, Saturday, Aug. 11, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Simultaneously, the Humane Society is announcing... by David Webb on 8/9/2012 More Entertainment
	County-wide burn bans in effect around lake "Hot and dry" is how Texas A&M's AgriLife Today report this week described the outlook during August for the state's central agriculture region, which surrounds Cedar Creek Lake. After weeks without rain... by David Webb on 8/8/2012 More Lake Life
	Heat on high but Cedar Creek Lake offers cool respite; Tom Finley Park makes lake waters accessible to all GUN BARREL CITY -- The 100-degree-plus heat of August is turning it into another long hot summer, but Cedar Creek Lake's water level is still holding up. Although the lake level has dropped 1.83 feet, there... by David Webb on 8/2/2012 More Lake Life
	Dutchman's Smokehouse opens serving old-time barbecue to go or eat-in; you truly get it your way SEVEN POINTS -- Walking into Dutchman's Smokehouse's funky little building is like stepping back in time in a lot of different ways. The motto is "Where Pitmasters Rock & Bar-B-Q Rolls," a homespun attitude... by David Webb on 7/31/2012 More Lake Life
	August Gardening Tips With daytime temperatures in the 90's and above, your landscape and garden plants are under extreme stress. Here are a few simple tips to keep your yard looking its best during the summer heat. Make sure... by Stephen Gent on 7/26/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Country Club plans big Labor Day celebration to cap new membership drive The Cedar Creek Country Club has launched a new membership drive that will continue through the summer, leading up to a large Labor Day festival to welcome new members and to help introduce them to the... by David Webb on 7/25/2012 More Entertainment
	COTL Church to host concert featuring gay Christian duo Jason & DeMarco of 'We're All Angels' Jason and DeMarco, a gay Christian duo from Houston, will sing in concert at Celebration on the Lake Church of Cedar Creek Lake on Saturday, July 28 at 7:30 p.m. The singers, who are also life partners,... by David Webb on 7/23/2012 More Entertainment
	Malakoff Invites You to Christmas in July by Loretta Humble Loretta is an owner of Cedar Lake Nursing Home and Cedar Lake Home Health and Hospice. She writes a weekly column in the Malakoff News and runs an active facebook page,... by Loretta Humble on 7/20/2012 More Entertainment
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for July 20, 2012 Hey guys and gals, Jason Barber here with the weekly Kings Creek Adventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake is now 1.28' low and falling. The clarity is slightly stained and the water temps... by Jason Barber on 7/20/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Showings of Cedar Creek Lake Properties Remain Strong through Mid-Year! Good news for the sellers of lake properties at Cedar Creek Lake: Lots of prospective buyers are looking for just the right lake home at Cedar Creek Lake - lots of them! There were an estimated 1,554 showings... by Steve Gregory REALTOR on 7/19/2012 More Real Estate
	New restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and Italian dishes opens in Seven Points SEVEN POINTS -- Tavi's Restaurant opened for business July 18 in the silver metal building that resembles an old airplane hangar. The new restaurant, which was originally known as Wings, will be open for... by David Webb on 7/18/2012 More Entertainment
	505 Ranch lot sales increase in apparent parallel to DFW new home starts' rise; good year expected Sales of luxury waterfront lots at 505 Cedar Creek Ranch Club picked up this summer with three being sold in the past month and several others under consideration by buyers, according to the... by David Webb on 7/17/2012 More Real Estate
	CedarCreekLake.com registers more than 12,000 Facebook fans; website visits top 25,000 per month CedarCreekLake.com's Facebook fan base recently passed the 12,000-member mark, helping make it the apparent leading website for all things about the lake area. The website provides editorial content and... by David Webb on 7/15/2012 More Lake Life
	2 Humane Society groups to host 'Casino Royale' night out; advertising sponsorships available for event ATHENS -- It's time let the good times roll and help out the needy animals that wind up homeless and dependent upon the kindness of local pet shelters. The Humane Society of Cedar Creek Lake and the... by David Webb on 7/12/2012 More Entertainment
	McDade's Extreme Garden Makeover Winner Announced Congratulations to Toni Niles of Tool, TX! She is the 2012 winner of the McDade's Nursery $1,000 Extreme Garden Makeover. Toni's name was picked at random from thousands of entries to the Garden Makeover... by Stephen Gent on 7/12/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Parrot Head Club to host annual poker run benefiting local organizations The Cedar Creek Lake Parrot Head Club's pirates will cast off in full costume on July 21, visiting ports of call on the lake in search of treasure. The annual event is open to the public so guests without... by David Webb on 7/10/2012 More Entertainment
	With the July 4th Independence Day falling on Wednesday this year, most people will be doing their celebrating on the lake this Saturday, July 7. With the July 4th Independence Day falling on Wednesday this year, most people will be doing their celebrating on the lake this Saturday, July 7. There is always a spectacular fireworks display over the... by David Webb on 7/5/2012 More Entertainment
	Cedar Creek Lake showing signs of recovery from drought; new businesses opening, development underway Development on Cedar Creek Lake appears to be picking up again as the local economy slowly recovers from last year's devastating drought that saw the lake drop eight feet and business drying up in some... by David Webb on 7/3/2012 More Real Estate
	Thunder Over Cedar Creek Lake to stage annual air show, fireworks display The "Thunder Over Cedar Creek Lake air show" returns on July 7 at 6 p.m. to provide its spectacular fireworks display that is visible to boaters and shore huggers all over the lake area. The event, which... by David Webb on 6/28/2012 More Entertainment
	July Gardening Tips As the Texas summer takes hold and daytime temperatures stay in the 90's or even 100's, it's important to monitor what's happening in your garden. Here are some simple gardening practices that can maintain,... by Stephen Gent on 6/28/2012 More Lake Life
	Buying or Selling a Lake Home at Cedar Creek Lake? Use a Local REALTOR for the Best Results - Yes, Really! (Part 2 - For Sellers) Cedar Creek Lake - The great St. Louis Cardinals' pitcher Dizzy Dean once said, "It ain't braggin' if you can back it up." The fact that Sellers do much better using Cedar Creek Lake... by Steve Gregory REALTOR on 6/28/2012 More Real Estate
	The Monitor publishes 'Discover,' free newcomer guide to Cedar Creek Lake MABANK -- The Monitor newspaper distributed a free 112-page Cedar Creek Lake newcomer guide in its Sunday, June 24 issue. The newspaper, which is owned by Media One, LLC, also is making the Summer 2012... by David Webb on 6/25/2012 More Lake Life
	Gun Barrel City to showcase new park during July Fest celebration; work continues on new ampitheatre GUN BARREL CITY -- The city is rushing to complete improvements to the new City Park so it can be presented to residents and visitors during the July Fest celebration July 6-7, according to city... by David Webb on 6/21/2012 More Entertainment
	Rodeo to highlight Mabank's 57th annual Western Week celebration; new rodeo queen to be crowned MABANK -- Cowboys and cowgirls will show off their skills at bareback bronc riding, bull riding, calf roping and barrel racing during Mabank's 57th annual Rodeo and Western Week celebration June... by David Webb on 6/19/2012 More Entertainment
	Vanilla Ice to perform in Gun Barrel City's July Fest Concert; 2-day celebration starts July 6 GUN BARREL CITY -- Rapper turned rocker Vanilla Ice will perform at the July Fest Concert Saturday, July 7, at the new Pavilion and Amphitheater in the Gun Barrel City Park. The concert featuring the... by David Webb on 6/14/2012 More Entertainment
	Buying or Selling a Lake Home at Cedar Creek Lake? Use a Local REALTOR for the Best Results - Yes, Really! (Part 1 - For Buyers) CEDAR CREEK LAKE - That headline may sound like a bit of hype, but the truth is you won't get as good a deal with an out-of-the-area agent whether you're buying or selling - and I can... by Steve Gregory REALTOR on 6/14/2012 More Real Estate
	'Buddy Bash' at Cedar Isle raises $15,000 for American Cancer Society; local cancer survivor praises event SEVEN POINTS -- Sherry French planned to spend Saturday afternoon on her new boat with her son and his friend cruising Cedar Creek Lake, but the trio changed course when she heard about Cedar Isle hosting its... by David Webb on 6/12/2012 More Lake Life
	2012 Buddy Bash set for June 9; American Cancer Society benefit to rock all day at Cedar Isle SEVEN POINTS -- The 2012 Buddy Bash party benefiting the American Cancer Society kicks off Saturday, June 9, from noon to deep in the night at Cedar Isle Baja Club and Restaurant. The annual event, which... by David Webb on 6/8/2012 More Entertainment
	Eustace to observe Pioneer Day celebration; 5K run, walk highlights event EUSTACE -- The Seventh Annual Pioneer Day 5K Run/Walk will highlight the Saturday, June 16, celebration in the city's historic Town Square. The City of Eustace was founded in 1900 and named for Captain W.T.... by David Webb on 6/7/2012 More Entertainment
	Texas Parks & Wildlife features nearby Purtis Creek State Park as 'hidden gem' EUSTACE -- A new Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine cover story identifying Purtis Creek State Park as one of "10 Hidden Gems" should help draw some tourism to the Cedar Creek Lake area this summer. The... by David Webb on 6/5/2012 More Travel
	Fishing Report for June 4, 2012 Hi fishin' fans... Jason Barber here with the weekly www.kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake level is at 0.69' low and in the low 80's. The clarity is stained slightly but... by Jason Barber on 6/4/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Extreme Garden Makeover and June Gardening Tips It's Big. It's Back. It's Better than Ever! It's the 3rd Annual McDade's $1,000 Extreme Garden Makeover Drawing. Transform your landscape into a garden paradise. One lucky McDade's customer will win the... by Stephen Gent on 5/31/2012 More Lake Life
	Library at Cedar Creek Lake kicks off 2012 Summer Reading Program SEVEN POINTS -- The Library at Cedar Creek Lake starts its annual Summer Reading Program for kids June 1. Sign-up for the program begins Friday, June 1 and runs through Monday, June 4. Kids need to sign up... by David Webb on 5/31/2012 More Lake Life
	State Rep. Lance Gooden bests rival in primary election Cedar Creek Lake area mailboxes overflowed in the weeks leading up to the 2012 Republican Primary Election with contentious campaign materials from candidates in the race for the District 4 State... by David Webb on 5/30/2012 More Politics
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for May 30, 2012 Hey folks, Jason Barber here with the www.kingscreekadventures.com weekly fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The temps are in the 80 degree range give or take and we are at 0.49' low and stained on the... by Jason Barber on 5/30/2012 More Fishing Reports
	New Cedar Creek Lake business wants to be your 'Magic Gas Fairy' A new Cedar Creek Lake business targeting residents who want to keep their boats gassed-up and ready to go without the hassle is selling memberships. For $250-per-year Longhorn Gas is promising to keep... by David Webb on 5/22/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for May 22, 2012 Hey folks, Jason Barber here with this weeks www.kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The water is falling slightly with the level being 0.26 from normal pool and temps are in the high... by Jason Barber on 5/22/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Historic Downtown Mabank celebrates Cedar Creek Lake Festival of the Arts May 19 MABANK -- Local artists and craftspeople will be showing and selling their work in Historic Downtown Mabank on Market Street Saturday May 19 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Market Street will closed to traffic for the... by David Webb on 5/18/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake man hosts nesting bluebirds, hopes someone will carry on the tradition For 17 years Lawrence Jernigan has anticipated the arrival of beautiful guests that stay for a season in the spring then fly away with their newly-born young. The bluebirds bide their time in nestboxes... by David Webb on 5/15/2012 More Lake Life
	Gun Barrel City voters elect pro-business candidates GUN BARREL CITY -- Voters rejected the pro-morality platform of incumbent Mayor Dennis Wood and two new City Council candidates on May 12,opting instead for the pro-business message of former three-term Mayor... by David Webb on 5/13/2012 More Politics
	Ellis County Observer obeys court Internet ban, prints 20-page newspaper that might anger some officials Ellis County Observer publisher Joey Dauben is banned by courts in two Texas counties from sharing his thoughts on the Internet so he published and began distributing a 20-page newspaper today. "The Ellis... by David Webb on 5/12/2012 More Lake Life
	Kemp residents lose police force; Kaufman County Sheriff's Department takes over law enforcement KEMP -- A budget crisis led to the City Council disbanding the city's police force on May 9 at 7 a.m., and the Kaufman County Sheriff's Department will now be providing protection for city residents. The... by David Webb on 5/11/2012 More Lake Life
	Texas Sen. Robert Nichols talks shop with Cedar Creek Lake real estate agents, forecasts good days ahead GUN BARREL CITY -- Texas Sen. Robert Nichols, R-Jacksonville, told the Henderson County Board of Realtors they should be sitting pretty in the years to come. Nichols said 96 percent of the population growth... by David Webb on 5/9/2012 More Real Estate
	Greater Malakoff Area Garden Club publishes art book promoting work by local artist colony to spur project MALAKOFF -- The Greater Malakoff Area Garden Club published "Sculpture Gardens and Art Tour in the Upper East Side of Texas" this year featuring work by a local artist colony to help promote cultural interest... by David Webb on 5/8/2012 More Lake Life
	Mabank to host Cedar Creek Lake Car Show, Kiwanis Krawfish Boil MABANK -- The sixth annual Cedar Creek Lake Car Show and Kiwanis Krawfish Boil will kick off at the Mabank Pavilion Saturday morning, May 5 at 8 a.m. The show will include motorcycles, hot rods, trucks... by David Webb on 5/3/2012 More Lake Life
	Man accused of stabbing, raping 17-year-old frequented Cedar Creek Lake nightclub GUN BARREL CITY -- Tommy Robinson, 59, who is jailed in Dallas on a $1.5 million bond for the alleged stabbing and sexual assault of a 17-year-old girl in Oak Lawn is a familiar face to some on Cedar Creek... by David Webb on 5/3/2012 More Lake Life
	Candidates forum to focus on morality v. economic development; former mayor wants job back GUN BARREL CITY - Five candidates will face off in a town hall political forum Tuesday night in the ongoing debate about how economic development on Cedar Creek Lake should be balanced against morality. Two... by David Webb on 4/30/2012 More Politics
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 4/30/2012 Hey folks, Jason Barber here with this weeks www.kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake is 0.17 ft. low and in great shape and water temps are in the mid to high 70's with... by Jason Barber on 4/30/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Interest in Cedar Creek Lake real estate continues to climb! CEDAR CREEK LAKE, TX - Showings of residential properties at Cedar Creek Lake were up 21.6% in March. There were an estimated 1,727 showings last month - up from 1,420 in February. However, unlike the first... by Steve Gregory REALTOR on 4/29/2012 More Real Estate
	Cedar Creek Lake tour features 2 sculpture gardens never opened to public, Historic Bartlett House MALAKOFF - The Historic Bartlett House and Heritage Gardens and two private sculpture gardens never opened to the public before are the showpieces of the 2012 Sculpture Gardens and Art Tour Guide on Saturday... by David Webb on 4/26/2012 More Lake Life
	2012 Spring allergy season more severe than usual Don't be surprised to observe even your lawn care workers sneezing and otherwise suffering from allergies this spring, especially in the Cedar Creek Lake area. Dallas ranked number 24 in the top 100 cities... by David Webb on 4/24/2012 More Lake Life
	Ellis County judge orders forfeiture of ECO blog Waxahachie -- Judge Bob Carroll of 40th Judicial District Court ordered former Ellis County Observer publisher Joey Dauben during a hearing April 20 to forfeit his website to the state. The muckraker said... by David Webb on 4/20/2012 More Lake Life
	Don's Port Marina is BACK! Terry Scott, owner of Don's Port Marina confirmed this morning that he has reached an agreement with " the Bank" to execute loan modification agreements allowing him to reopen the marina. Mr. Scott was in... by Dennis Devenport on 4/19/2012 More Real Estate
	The Top 10 Reasons to make Cedar Creek Lake your Lake Home! CEDAR CREEK LAKE - Right now, lots of people are looking to invest in waterfront property...LOTS OF PEOPLE (e-mail me for January-February-March Showings figures). If you're one of them, here's why you should... by Steve Gregory REALTOR on 4/18/2012 More Real Estate
	Ellis County Observer publisher fights forfeiture of domain name, vows to continue muckraking one day Joey Dauben, former publisher of the Ellis County Observer, fought back this week against law enforcement agencies' efforts to seize the Internet domain name EllisCountyObserver.com in connection with his... by David Webb on 4/16/2012 More Lake Life
	Women's Council of Realtors sponsors golf tournament, casino bus trip The Henderson County Chapter of the Women's Council of Realtors is celebrating the arrival of spring with a golf tournament and a casino bus trip. The group's annual golf tournament will be held at Kings... by David Webb on 4/16/2012 More Real Estate
	3 Cedar Creek Lake artists to show in international exhibit at Fort Worth Downtown Public Library The work of three Star Harbor Watercolor Society artists will be included in the 2012 Society of Watercolor Artists International Art Exhibit in Fort Worth. The nationally-known artist Robert Burridge... by David Webb on 4/16/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake cities likely to eventually consider smoking bans as trend spreads across state With smoking bans now all but in place on both sides of Cedar Creek Lake, it seems inevitable that the issue will eventually come up in the individual cities on the lake's shoreline. Jo Ann Hanstrom,... by David Webb on 4/12/2012 More Lake Life
	Incumbent District 4 State Representative faces challenge from Tea Partying Kaufman doctor Most of the campaign signs around Cedar Creek Lake for the District 4 State Representative seat are touting incumbent Lance Gooden, and his list of endorsements indicates he is a favorite of many local elected... by David Webb on 4/10/2012 More Politics
	Bluebonnets blaze on Highway 175 near Cedar Creek Lake; area expects big Easter weekend crowd The Easter weekend will be the first holiday for residents, weekenders and visitors to enjoy Cedar Creek Lake since it filled back up after last year's drought. Judging from the traffic on Highway 175 and... by David Webb on 4/6/2012 More Lake Life
	Beacon Hill markets 'The Art of Lakeside Living' From last year's disastrous drought that left Cedar Creek Lake's shoreline a weedy, murky mess in many areas, a beautiful piece of paradise is emerging this spring. That's how Martha Hershman, director of... by David Webb on 4/2/2012 More Real Estate
	Ellis County Observer publisher free on bond; pre-trial release conditions prohibit Internet news reporting Former Ellis County Observer website publisher Joseph G. "Joey" Dauben is free on $50,000 bond pending trial on sexual abuse of a child charges in Navarro County and unauthorized use of identifying information... by David Webb on 3/29/2012 More Lake Life
	Henderson County officials approve policy to thwart atheists' agenda; fight over nativity scene possible ATHENS - More trouble is brewing for the Henderson County Commissioners Court as the leaders of a Wisconsin atheist group consider their options for either attempting to eliminate or to compete with the city's... by David Webb on 3/28/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 3/26/2012 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the www.kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar Creek Lake. The lake is at .15 in. high and falling and will be at normal pool soon.... "MAN THAT FELT GOOD TO SAY!!!"... by Jason Barber on 3/26/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Primary elections candidates finally see an end in sight for unusually long campaigning season Political campaign signs sprout as frequently as spring flowers around Cedar Creek Lake these days, even though the Texas primary elections are still two months away. It's been an unusually long primary... by David Webb on 3/24/2012 More Politics
	Cedar Creek Lake tops off at full, rises further SEVEN POINTS -- A heavy rainfall starting just before midnight Monday and lasting into late this morning dumped enough water in Cedar Creek Lake to fill it up again. The sight of lake waters lapping just... by David Webb on 3/20/2012 More Lake Life
	Get that oldtime religion, whatever suits you on Cedar Creek Lake There's some who would say Cedar Creek Lake residents and visitors spend too much time playing, but a quick look at the number of churches operating on the giant lake's shoreline indicates there's a bunch of... by David Webb on 3/15/2012 More Lake Life
	Ellis County Observer publisher Joey Dauben's bond reduced, court prohibits his return to Cedar Creek Lake Ellis County Observer website publisher Joseph G. "Joey" Dauben could make bond soon, but he won't be returning to live on Cedar Creek Lake while he awaits trial on sexual abuse of a child charges. Dauben's... by David Webb on 3/13/2012 More Lake Life
	Fishing Report for March 9, 2012 CRAPPIE EXCELLENT- Crappie have been excellent. Our trip yesterday we limited out on Crappie. With the recent rain it will likely tighten their lips for a few days. When the water settles down we should... by Laurie Rollins on 3/9/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Don's Port Marina not expected to open anytime soon TOOL - When Don's Port Marina owner Terry L. Scott closed down the marina and its restaurant the Tikki Hut late last summer, he said he hoped to reopen this spring if Cedar Creek Lake's waters rose. The... by David Webb on 3/6/2012 More Real Estate
	With gas prices so high, why drive to Canton when 2 flea markets thrive on Cedar Creek Lake? SEVEN POINTS - Weekends on Cedar Creek Lake for many residents and visitors is a time to hunt - for bargains that is. Seven Points is home to two flea markets that open every Saturday and Sunday. Big... by David Webb on 3/5/2012 More Lake Life
	505 Cedar Creek Ranch Club attracts property owners who can live wherever they want, insist on best The developers of 505 Cedar Creek Ranch Club obviously thought of everything and spared no expense when they transformed a pristine ranch with ancient oak trees on the edge of Mabank into an exclusive lakeside... by David Webb on 3/2/2012 More Lake Life
	Spring comes early to Cedar Creek Lake with flowers blooming, trees budding; bugs not far behind The calendar says it's still wintertime, but that's hard to remember in the 70-degree weather gracing Cedar Creek Lake these days. Signs of an early spring are everywhere. The grass is green, bedding... by David Webb on 2/28/2012 More Lake Life
	Cedar Creek Lake Fishing Report for 2/25/2012 Hi folks, Jason Barber here with the www.kingscreekadventures.com fishing report for Cedar creek lake. The lake is at 2.83 ft. low and doing very well! We should have no problem filling up to normal pool with... by Jason Barber on 2/25/2012 More Fishing Reports
	Baseball legend Mickey Mantle helped put Cedar Creek Lake on map; his role should be memoralized The billboard on Highway 175 promoting baseball legend Mickey Mantle's real estate developments on Cedar Creek Lake is now just a distant memory, but it's something I always looked forward to seeing when I was... by David Webb on 2/24/2012 More Lake Life
	Replacing Plants Lost Last Year Due to the Drought "What plants do we recommend for the Cedar Creek Lake Area?" That's the number one question we're asked at McDade's Nursery. Having lost plants last year due to the drought, more and more customers are... by Stephen Gent on 2/23/2012 More Lake Life
	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
	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
	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 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
	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
	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
	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
	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
	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
	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

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Hi: 91	Lo: 72

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Hi: 89	Lo: 71

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