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In workshop mode at the March 28 Navasota City Council Meeting, City Manager Jason Weeks presented a list of six key priorities for council feedback before he, staff and Finance Director Lance Hall begin developing the 2022-2023 budget. Most items were prompted by growth and increased workloads.
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It was a sweet victory for the Navasota Lady Rattler soccer team defeating the La Grange Lady Leopards, 2-0, Friday, March 25, at Bellville High School. This is the first time in program history the Lady Rattlers have defeated the Lady Leopards, and this one earned the squad the 4A Bi-District Championship. See full recap on page 13. Examiner photos by Matthew Ybarra
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Temperatures are rising, bluebonnets are blooming, and family trips are in full swing. The Examiner is hi. Melting local attractions that are worth the visit and won’t take a toll on your fuel budget In the third article of the series, The Examiner visits Washington on the Brazos State Historic site and Grimes County wineries.
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A company doesn’t stay in business 75 years by accident - it happens because of hard work, treating people right and giving back to the community. The William Albert Miller Insurance Agency at 220 E. Washington Avenue celebrated that milestone Thursday, March 24, as hosts for the Navasota Grimes County Chamber of Commerce After-Hours Mixer. The event was attended by clients, family and friends too numerous to count — and held special significance because it was also the 79th birthday of William “Bill” Albert Miller, Jr.
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Pecan Lakes Estates Phase IV was back on the agenda of the March 24 Regular Meeting of the Navasota Planning and Zoning Commission. After a public hearing with no comments against, commissioners approved the variance request to Chapter 10, Subdivision Regulation related to Parkland Dedication and Parkland Development Fees submitted by James Hassell. The motion, however, also included a requirement for lighting in the cul-de-sac plus water and sewer taps for future City use.
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Spring storms impacted large portions of Texas with numerous confirmed tornados. Grimes County residents also reported damages from a potential tornado that may have touched down near County Road 102.
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Grimes County Relay for Life is hosting its annual Walk for a Cause event Friday, Apr. 8, from 6:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. at Navasota City Hall.
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The Navasota Grimes County Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Groovy Grapes Wine Walk in historic downtown Navasota on Saturday, April 16, from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. The wine walkers are asked to check in at the Navasota Visitor’s Center, located at the corner of Washington Avenue and Farquhar Street There they will receive a commemorative wine glass along with an event map that also serves as a punch card to present at each location. Next is a stroll through the various participating businesses marked on the map, all-the-while enjoying a wide variety of regionally produced wines and snacks at each location. Those who visit each designated location will be entered into a drawing for prizes donated by the local businesses.
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