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The Falco Venue had a special opening that included tours of the building and outside area last Saturday. I decided to go and take the tour. The owner, Sonya Floyd, was correct when she told me earlier that the view was awesome. If you stand at the outside chapel area, you can see for a good distance and if you sit at the tables in the pavilion area, the breeze has such a cool calming effect. If you are interested in celebrating in the White Hall community, you can call Sonya at 979-450-2309.
Read moreJeff Carroll, in the “1880 Tom Munson’s Grapes” chapter of his “Being Texan” book, states: “No one knows who invented wine. It’s been around for at least 4,000 years and is traditionally made by the fermentation of grape juice. Actually, you can make wine out of almost anything that will ferment, and I once tried some turnip wine that wasn’t all bad.”
Read moreMr. Herbert Wheatfall came to the VFW meeting last week to personally thank the Auxiliary for their donation to help him rebuild. We also learned that Mrs. Verdell Jessie was his teacher when she taught in Courtney. It is very interesting to learn more history about the people of our county.
Read moreIt’s almost time to renew your cattle brands. All cattle brands in Texas must be renewed beginning Aug. 31, regardless of when it was registered. This also includes horses, sheep, goats, and pigs. Renewal applications will be available online, www.grimescountytexas.gov beginning Aug. 31. Renewal applications won’t be accepted prior to this date. The renewal period is August 31, 2021 to February 28, 2022. During this time, you will be able to send in your renewal application via mail, email, online or in person. Any brand not renewed by March 1, 2022 will become null and void. More detailed information will be sent out in August. If you have any questions, please call the county clerk’s office, 936-873-4410.
Read moreWednesday, June 16, was a very special day for the membership of Evergreen Baptist Church. One of their former pastors, Rev. Faron W. Thebeau attended the Texas Free Will Baptist state meeting in Austin. Before returning home to Rolla, Missouri, he and his wife Abbie and their children, Itza, Truman and Dominic, and his mother-in-law Graciela Cura, visited Evergreen Baptist Church. There was a pizza party held for them with several attending to visit with the family. It was good to see them.
Read moreHave you paid a visit to the newly reopened Stone Flower Taco Bar and Grill in Bedias? Give Rita a call for the daily specials, 936-395-9900, or go to their Facebook page, www.facebook. com/StoneFlowerTaco, for more information.
Read moreWinner number 44 of the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 52-week gun raffle was drawn Sunday, June 27. The winner of a H & K VP 9 SK, 9mm is Bryan Pasket. The next drawing will take place Sunday, July 4. A new 52-week gun raffle will begin on Aug. 29, so if you are interested in buying raffle tickets for this upcoming raffle, contact Marcy Pavlock at 936-661-6662 or Mike Wetuski at 936-870-6836. I will also have some to sell, so you can contact me at 936-870-6842. Tickets are $100 each.
Read moreTheodore Roosevelt once said, “I am an American; free born and free bred.” This week we are celebrating our Independence, and freedoms many fought hard to achieve. Richards Civic Club and Richards Volunteer Fire Department have put together a community tailgating party at Teague Park, right behind the Richards VFD station - Sunday July Fourth, starting at 5 p.m. This is a first-time tailgate party for the two groups, both hoping to have a big turnout. Bring your lawn chairs, lawn games, snacks, drinks, and BBQ pits!
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