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The 19th of June Association hosted their annual Juneteenth parade Saturday, June 18, in historic downtown Anderson. The day continued with a barbecue lunch and a rodeo. "Juneteenth has never been a celebration of victory or an acceptance of the way things are. It's a celebration of progress. It's an affirmation that despite the most painful parts of our history, change is possible-and there is still so much work to do." Barack Obama EKaminer photos by Matthew Ybarra
Read moreANDERSON – A 20-year-old male, Tylar Jordan, pled guilty to two counts of Aggravated Robbery before 12th District Judge David Moorman, Tuesday, June 21. He was sentenced to a total 65 years in prison.
Read moreIn a 3-1 vote Wednesday, June 15, Grimes County commissioners approved the relocation of the World War I monument from Historic Anderson Park to the Grimes County Justice and Business Center. Voting in favor of the motion were commissioners Phillip Cox, David Dobyanski and Chad Mallett. Voting against was Commissioner Barbara Walker. Judge Joe Fauth was not present.
Read moreIOLA – Iola Independent School District announced the hiring of Dianne Luna as the new principal at the elementary campus.
Read moreNavasota Police are attempting to locate a wrecker, owned by Frank’s Towing & Repair, that was reported stolen Saturday, June 18.
Read moreTwo Navasota men are accused of luring a victim then physically assaulting and robbing him.
Read moreAfter a public hearing Monday, June 20, to discuss the Local Optional Homestead Exemption (LOHE) offered to taxpayers in the district, Navasota Independent School District Board of Trustees voted unanimously to repeal the 20% exemption that has been offered for 30 years.
Read moreSunny and Jo Floyd were awarded June Yard of the Month from Navasota Garden Club for their home at 1102 E. Washington Avenue. Their yard features an array of blooming flowers. The front porch is accented with Boston Ferns and trimmed shrubs which define the yard. Sunny and Jo enjoy spending time in their yard and decorating for various holidays. Examiner photo by Matthew Ybarra
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