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With the implementation of FEMA’s COVID-19 Funeral Assistance application process, Lindley-Robertson-Holt Funeral Home offers its assistance to the families it served after Jan. 20, 2020, who think they may be eligible to apply for a reimbursement. FEMA will begin accepting applications on April 12, 2021.
Read moreThe water main break continues to flood the weekly list of Grilling Stafford questions. Navasota City Manager Brad Stafford discusses the expenses incurred from the water break and how the city is seeking reimbursement.
Read moreTexas State Trooper Chad Walker, age 38, was shot multiple times in the line of duty while stopping to assist a driver near Mexia Friday, March 26. He succumbed to his injuries Wednesday, March 31. Texas Governor Greg Abbott requested all law enforcement officers turn on their red and blue flashing lights Thursday, April 1, at 1 p.m. for one minute to honor Trooper Walker and all officers in Texas. DPS Troopers and GCSO Deputies gathered in front of the Grimes County Courthouse while Navasota Police Department gathered at Navasota City Hall to pay tribute to Walker. Examiner photos by Matthew Ybarra and Ana Cosino
Read moreOn March 23 District 13 State Representative Ben Leman (Iola) presented House Bill 2043 to the Land and Resource Management Committee. The bill, sponsored by Leman, aims to level the playing field for certain property owners whose land is being forcibly taken through eminent domain.
Read moreMartin’s Sweet Shop in Navasota received a warm welcome as a new member of the Navasota Grimes County Chamber of Commerce with a recent ribbon cutting. Along with that recognition came a proclamation presented by Navasota Mayor Bert Miller which proclaimed April 1, 2021 as Martin Price Day in Navasota in recognition of Mr. Price’s 50th anniversary in the ice cream business. Mr. Price was a longtime Good Humor ice cream representative before moving to Navasota and partnering with Bluebell Creameries to supply ice cream at Martin’s Sweet Shop. Examiner photo
Read moreApproximately 200 children of all ages enjoyed spending time with the Easter Bunny, hunting eggs and feasting on a free meal at the Inaugural L.I.T. Community Easter Egg Hunt. Wyatt Otto, son of Dan and Candace Otto, found a special prize egg filled with a $20 bill. Examiner photos by Ana Cosino
Read moreDespite being in the midst of a worldwide pandemic, Cancer is still at the forefront of concern for many that are battling the horrific disease or are grieving a loved one.
Read moreThe Easter Bunny hopped in for a special appearance at the L.I.T. (Living in Triumph) and area churches inaugural Easter Egg Hunt at August Horst Park in Navasota Friday, April 2. The free event was sponsored by the city of Navasota and Sonic Drive Inn. See page 2 for more photos. Examiner photo by Ana Cosino
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