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Iola Bulldog royalty was crowned during halftime of the homecoming game Friday, Oct. 13. Lindsey Gooch earned Homecoming Queen and Cadence Shive Homecoming King. Two victories made the day even better. Iola volleyball defeated Leon, 3-1, and Bulldog football defeated Milano, 40-7.
Read moreANDERSON —Two Grimes County men were sentenced to 15 years each in separate incidents as part of a plea agreement. William Eugene Westbrooks, 47, pled guilty Oct. 10, to Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity. Michael Briock, 33, pled guilty to Evading in a Motor Vehicle Oct. 12.
Read moreThe community celebrated the 69th Homecoming Bazaar Sunday, Oct. 8, at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Anderson. Children enjoyed a variety of inflatables, games and more. There was live Polish music, a barbeque meal, live auction, raffle and more.
Read moreDates for early voting extended hours at the Grimes County Courthouse were incorrect in the Oct. 4, article, “Voter registration ends Oct. 10 For Nov. 7 election.” Extended early voting hours are Nov. 2 and 3 from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. at Grimes County Historical Courthouse, 100 S. Main Street, Anderson TX 77830. Two additional election day locations were not listed: Shiro Civic Center, 9594 Volunteer Ave., Shiro TX 77876 and Todd Mission City Hall, 21716 FM 1774, Plantersville TX 77363.
Read moreGrimes County District Attorney Andria Bender announced she would seek reelection at the Republican Party meeting in Anderson Oct. 2.
Read moreNavasota Garden Club presented the October Yard of the Month Award to Tonya and Cary DeLong for their home at 603 10th Street in Navasota. Their yard features excellent landscaping, colorful gardening and beautiful curbside appeal. The front and side lawns have a balanced landscape design featuring Sweet Pea Roses, Lavender, Doreen’s Centennial Green Rose, Red Knock Out Roses and many other colorful gardening.
Read moreGRANGER - The Granger Lions roar past the Iola Bulldogs with a 14-23 at the Lion’s stadium Oct. 6.
Read moreHuntsville — As voting season rapidly approaches, retired teachers statewide are rallying to garner support for Proposition 9, a critical state constitutional amendment on the upcoming ballot.
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