Two 17-year-olds were air-lifted from an accident on Texas 249 on a rainy Thursday evening, Sept. 5.
Two 17-year-olds were air-lifted from an accident on Texas 249 on a rainy Thursday evening, Sept. 5.
At the Sept. 4 Regular Meeting, county commissioners approved a number of grant-related requests from County Engineer Jon Steiber and received an update about a potential partnership with Union Pacific Railroad and TxDOT to improve CR 308 and Bohack Lane. Judge Joe Fauth was absent.
ANDERSON — Leon Burrell Jr. pleaded guilty Sept. 9, to the murder of Clifton Love Jr. and was sentenced to 35– years in prison.
PLANTERSVILLE — A motorcyclist with a female passenger that tried to elude Grimes County Deputies is in custody after crashing Sept. 4.
Cigar afficionados can continue to enjoy that Fuente OpusX following the Navasota City Council’s Sept. 9 vote prohibiting hookah and vapor retail stores but removing language related to tobacco. Ordinance No. 1051-24 prohibits these types of businesses in all 14 zoning districts and was driven by aesthetics and the desire to remove easy access to vaping by Navasota residents under the age of 21.
23 years later, we pay tribute to those we lost and those who survived in the September 11 terror attacks on America, and to the extraordinary responders who risked their own lives and safety to help others. We also remember the spirit of courage, compassion, determination and unity that prevailed across our nation in the wake of disaster and makes us so proud to be Americans.
Anderson–Shiro Elementary Pre-K students donated essential items to their furry friends at the Grimes County Animal Shelter in Anderson. The students delivered the items and toured the shelter Sept. 6.
Navasota Garden Club awarded the September Yard of the Month to Bonny Burger for her home at 116 McNair Street in Navasota. Her yard is beautifully maintained and landscaped with vines of Hyacinthe and Autumn Clematis. White coral bulbs include Bletilla, Habranthus, Garden Amaryllis and zephyranthes. Annuals include caladiums, shrimp plants, butterfly bush, salvia and more.
Two 17-year-olds were air-lifted from an accident on Texas 249 on a rainy Thursday evening, Sept. 5.
At the Sept. 4 Regular Meeting, county commissioners approved a number of grant-related requests from County Engineer Jon Steiber and received an update about a potential partnership with Union Pacific Railroad and TxDOT to improve CR 308 and Bohack Lane. Judge Joe Fauth was absent.
The second ranked Iola Lady Bulldogs were undefeated last week with wins over Navasota, Rudder and Franklin.
The 18th ranked Anderson–Shiro Lady Owls improved to 18–6 with a win over Huntsville Sept. 6.
Richards, ranked 24th in 1A, swept Conroe Covenant Christian and Lovelady to improve to 22–7.
Evelyn Ibanez prepares for a shot attempt in the Lady Rattlers 3–0 loss to Iola at Rattler Gym, Sept. 3. Iola’s Rylee Goodney defends at the net.
This week I had my yearly Medicare Wellness Exam. For the under the 65 crowd, this is the annual bloodletting and the visit where you’re overwhelmed with questions about falling, anxiety, depression and tested on two biggies you don’t want to screw up – the clock and remembering three important words! And I don’t mean ‘I love you!’ Being in a mood that day, I wanted to know if the questions just tick boxes on a form that ends up in some government file or do they really help my doctor.
Friends, this article is the latest edition of a series of articles honoring and recognizing the strong women who have been a part of my life. But first, let’s sharpen our grammar skills and look into the literal meaning of the term “steel magnolia.” If you are of a certain age, you can most likely recall the 1989 movie of the same name, but if not here is a brief definition of a “steel magnolia.” Technically it is an oxymoron where two opposing terms are used without opposing meanings. Clear as mud?
It took some time, but a set of new laws and rules passed by the Texas Legislature in 2023 went into effect on Sept. 1, the Houston Chronicle reported. Prominent among these are the SCOPE Act, or Securing Children Online Through Parental Empowerment Act, which tightens restrictions for online users younger than 18.
A 26-page report from the Texas Comptroller concludes that the state needs 306,000 additional homes, a shortage that has sent housing costs soaring, The Texas Tribune reported. Homebuilding hasn’t kept up with the booming economy as millions of new residents have moved here over the past decade, leaving more than half of the state’s homeowners and renters struggling to find and keep affordable housing.
Kyle Lewis Wietzikoski passed away at his residence in Navasota on Sunday, September 1, 2024, at age 38.
Doris Jean (Molitor) Shimshack, 78, of College Station, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at St. Joseph Regional Health Center in Bryan. A celebration of her beautiful life will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 14, at Hillier Funeral Home in College Station, with her final resting place at the College Station City Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to a visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, September 13, at the funeral home.
Tommy Voelter, 91, of Navasota, passed away Tuesday, September 3, at Navasota Nursing & Rehab. Graveside services were held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 7, at the Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery in Anderson with Rev. Matthias Dinger officiating.
Kenneth Clary, 73, of Navasota, passed away Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Navasota. Visitation was held from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 6, 2024, at Nobles Funeral Chapel. Memorial services were immediately following at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements were under the direction of Nobles Funeral Chapel.
