September 2022

Colleague’s cancer fight waged in different manner

My husband was diagnosed with advanced chronic leukemia seven years ago. After two rounds of chemo, he was better for a while but was diagnosed with advanced multiple myeloma a year ago. He has been through almost constant chemo and radiation, lost more than six inches of height due to osteoporosis and fractures, and can barely walk around the house or get in and out of the car for his doctor’s appointments. We almost lost him three times, but he’s hanging on. For us, this is reality. But we have a teenage daughter, and I still have to work to support us. I do not share this information at work.

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CALENDAR

Friday New Hope Clubhouse in Brownwood is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Our doors are open to any adult whose life has been interrupted by mental illness. Come visit us at 2911 Avenue E (Brownwood Community Church) and look for our sign. Call 325-998-8725 or visit our website www.centraltxclubhouse. com for more information.

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Player of the Week

The American Southwest Conference named Howard Payne quarterback Landon McKinney as its Offensive Player of the Week for his performance in the Yellow Jackets’ 42-39 loss to the George Fox (Oregon) Bruins last Saturday at Gordon Wood Stadium.

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Twisted Axes Ribbon Cutting

The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Twisted Axes, 203 Fisk in Brownwood.Owned and operated by Jason and Serena Dickey, the business offers axe throwing along with ninja stars, darts and throwing cards. Ages 10 and up are welcome to participate in this family friendly environment. Larger group reservations are also available. Twisted Axes also has a mobile unit that allows them to bring their business to events all over Texas. For more information, call (325) 600-4295. Photo contributed

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