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Vandalized county road signs pose danger for 911 calls

The ongoing problem of disappearing county road signs, combined with the lack of mandatory posting of 911 addresses near roadways, is costing the county more than just dollars and cents. The combination also poses a danger as it slows down response times for emergency fire, police and medical calls.

Storm ravishes vets’ home

Torrential rains from last week have left disabled, decorated combat Vietnam veteran, Ted Haddox of Plantersville, and his family living in a makeshift trailer without electricity.

Election certified despite protest

Despite repeated protests by Grimes County Democratic Party Chair Larry Snook, Grimes County Commissioners Monday voted 2-1 to certify the results from the Nov. 4 general election after the court canvassed them.

Anderson-Shiro principal and Alumni plan new blast from the past Homecoming

Thirteen Anderson-Shiro Alumni members are planning a Homecoming reunion like no other for January 2009, and are asking for the community’s help in contacting all former students.

Churches offer Thanksgiving meals to local families in need

The Ministerial Alliance Association of Grimes County is asking for food donations and volunteers to help serve and deliver 1,000 meals to the needy on Saturday, Nov. 22.