Category: Celebrate Hunt County

“You Be You.” It’s a mural in downtown Greenville, but also the life philosophy of the uniquely creative woman who painted it.

“You know, life can be hard. We have rough days, and if I can offer even just a moment of levity or a little moment of joy, that means a lot to me. It’s a moment of connection with somebody out there.”

Celebrate Hunt County is determined to show other residents of Hunt County the inspiring lives of people like Laura Irrgang.

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He got drunk, crashed his truck and was left paralyzed from the neck down. But instead of an ending, this Hunt County pastor used it as the beginning of a new life.

“God knew everything, and he loved me anyway, and he allowed me to be used by him. I’m humbled.”

Celebrate Hunt County is determined to show other residents of Hunt County the inspiring lives of people like Randy Bird.

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When his daughter was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, he was hesitant to reach out for help. Now he’s glad he did.

 “If anyone out there is having second thoughts about receiving any help or wanting to share their story with anyone I would want to say: Go for it.”

Celebrate Hunt County is determined to show other residents of Hunt County the inspiring lives of people like Eric Whitworth.

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A health crisis was a turning point for this Hunt County artist. “I thought I hit a dead-end, and I found art,” she said.

Celebrate Hunt County is determined to show other residents of Hunt County the inspiring lives of people like Laura Pappas.

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She uses her Native American heritage as inspiration for jewelry and headdresses.

“I just hope that I inspire other people to make, you know, crafts, and inspire them to have faith in themself.”

Celebrate Hunt County is determined to show other residents of Hunt County the inspiring lives of people like Sherron Bridges.

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After a battle with himself, this high school coach and personal trainer is finding new meaning in life.

“Over the years, I’ve accomplished a lot in my life. I made it and I’m here to tell my story.”

Celebrate Hunt County is determined to show other residents of Hunt County the inspiring lives of people just like Jason Stephenson.

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One Hunt County resident’s passion is to find loving homes for dogs.

“I was just captivated, I mean it can be very sad but it can be also so rewarding, and I decided I love this. I want to give back. I want to help them out.”

Celebrate Hunt County is determined to show other residents of Hunt County the inspiring lives of people just like Antje White.

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“Having a buffalo in the house seems commonplace now.”

“When I was a kid I was always fascinated with buffalo. I never dreamed I would own one.”

Celebrate Hunt County is determined to show other residents of Hunt County the inspiring acts of people just like RC Bridges.

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Opera is a timeless art form, and it inspires this A&M-Commerce music student to push for excellence.

“What I find most rewarding is getting the chance to express myself. “

Celebrate Hunt County is determined to show other residents of Hunt County the inspiring acts of people just like Carlee Abschneider.

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This Hunt County man thrills crowds by riding a motorcycle in the Globe of Death.

“The most rewarding for me, I guess, is the little kids when they come up after the show. Yeah, they think you’re like a movie star and take pictures on the bike and they’ll sit there and talk about their bikes and their clothes and their helmets. I think that’s pretty cool.”

Celebrate Media Group is determined to show other residents of Hunt County the inspiring acts of people just like Johnny Obando.

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