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Live on American Idol: Mayor presents Kree with Key

Woodville Mayor presents Kree with Key to Cityby Woodville Mayor Ben Bythewood

Originally, I was to give the key to Kree over a pre-recorded segment, but on my way to Los Angeles I got a call from Nigel Lythgoe, the executive producer of American Idol, requesting that I present it to her live on the show. Of course, I said yes, and we all took great care to ensure that Kree wasn't aware I was there. On Thursday, I went to CBS Television City (where AI is produced) at 2:30 in the afternoon and they hid me in the dressing room for the female dancers from Dancing With The Stars while everyone else entered the studio. I was then transferred to another dressing room while I waited to rehearse with Ryan Seacrest and some fill ins. Then I went back to the dressing room, got my makeup applied, and waited for the live show to start. Next, they walked me to the back of the set until it was time to surprise Kree. At 5:05 PST, 7:05 CST, I came out from behind the screen and presented Kree with the key. It went well; she was so touched she began to weep. She was sweet, wonderful, and really appreciative of the gesture.

All in all it was a great way to support Kree, promote the City of Woodville, and make a touching moment for the American Idol audience. It was a good thing to do for all parties involved.

J.D. Newbury "Unplugged" Friday at the Emporium

Texas born and bred Country Singer/Songwriter, J.D. Newbury's earliest musical influences came from his "Uncle" Mickey Newbury at family gatherings where he heard Country legend Newbury originals such as "Just Dropped in (To See What Condition My Condition Was In)," and "American Trilogy" written for Elvis. This early musical education

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Milton 'Milly' Powers is 2013 Mr. Tyler County

Milton 'Milly' Powers is 2013 Mr. Tyler County

Milton "Milly" Powers was named 2013 Relay for Life Mr. Tyler County, besting all the other "beauties" to take the top spot in this year's competition. A crowd gathered at Woodville Elementary Cafeteria Saturday night to cheer on this year's contestants, and help raise money for cancer research.

Woodville Municipal

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Dogwood Festival of the Arts this weekend

Dogwood Festival of the Arts this weekend

The Dogwood Festival of the Arts kicks off three weekends of the annual Tyler County Dogwood Festival, celebrating its 70th Year. Head to the Emporium For The Arts in Woodville Friday night for the J.D. Newbury "Unplugged" concert. J.D. is a Texas born and bred Country Singer/Songwriter. He has performed

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Mic Cowart is 2013 'Mr. East Texas'

Mic Cowart is 2013 'Mr. East Texas'Tyler County Dogwood Festival Executive Director, Buck Hudson, has announced Mic Cowart, Entergy Customer Service Manager for Hardin and Tyler Counties as "Mr. East Texas" 2013. The Mr. East Texas Award is presented each year to the East Texan that best exemplifies the spirit and quality of leadership which advances,

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