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The 2025 Grimes County Fair Queen, Haylee Burzynski, was crowned May 31, during the rodeo by 2024 Fair Queen, Cyleigh Mancuso. Haylee is the daughter of Blake and Stephanie Burzynski. First runner up was Grace Benton, daughter of Carter and Dr. Jaime Benton and second runner-up was Jillian Wisnoski, daughter of Stephen and Meg Wisnoski. All three young ladies attend Anderson-Shiro High School.
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Saturday morning Barbara Jean called to tell me Mr. Courville died. Please keep Art and his family in your prayers.
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I hope everyone had a wonderful and fun Memorial Day weekend. I also hope everyone remembered the reason for this special holiday. We, as Americans, treasure, honor and respect the men and women who proudly served in our armed forces and gave their lives for our country. God Bless them all.
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The monthly food distribution at the Iola Missionary Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, May 17, was well attended. There were 84 people that showed up for food, including five new people. Food distributed will feed 217 people. All sorts of food was distributed including canned goods, eggs, frozen goods, fresh vegetables, milk and more. The pantry is open the third Saturday each month. Workers help set up the pantry the day before. Evergreen Baptist Church assisted. All assistance is welcomed and appreciated.
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Celebrate Juneteenth in Navasota, Saturday, June 21, for a special Juneteenth celebration at the Sounds of Navasota Concert Series featuring Zydeco Joseph & The H-Town Players. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. on the lawn of Navasota City Hall. Food trucks and drink vendors are available. Bring lawn chairs and coolers. The family–friendly event includes waterslides, inflatables, face painting and more.
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Thursday, May 15, we heard Pastor Selle share some of his memories of Dorothy. He said if he asked people to come up and share stories, everyone would be there for a long time. Those present, especially the White Hall group, were enjoying his definition of her and yes, we could have shared many more stories.
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Graduations, parties and Memorial Day weekend are here. Please be responsible as you celebrate these special occasions. Have lots of fun but don’t overdo it. And don’t forget the sunscreen.
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Keith Civic Club will have their monthly meeting at Keith Community Center Thursday, May 22. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a covered dish meal followed by the business meeting. All sorts of important business will be discussed and acted on. Come out and visit with your friends, family and neighbors. Hope to see you there.
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