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The Bedias community had a serious wildfire outbreak July 19. At least one home was lost along with much of the possessions for a Bedias family. We must be very aware of the present fire danger and diligently watch out for our neighbors. As a side note, one of the responding volunteer fire departments had to stop on the way to suppress a carelessly started grass fire before even getting to the Bedias fire.
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Grimes County True Blue Foundation needs silent and live auction donations for their annual banquet Saturday, Aug. 19, at the Grimes County Fairgrounds. All proceeds from the banquet helps to provide equipment to local law enforcement officers in which department budgets lack funding for. Call Christine Johnson, 936-755- 1218 ext. 108 or email c.johnson@texastrueblue.org to donate.
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During the Evergreen Baptist Church Vacation Bible School that concluded Wednesday, July 20, a special offering was collected each day. The offering is for Zach and Nikki Dehaven and their children Samuel and Hezekiah, who missionaries in Cairo, Egypt. There was a competition between the boys and girls to see who could collect more – the girls won. Last year the boys won. The children raised approximately $600 total. Someone matched the amount which doubled the offering. I am sure the family will make good use of the money. Children at VBS also enjoyed snow cones and a water slide.
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It sure was good to see my neighbor, Art Courville, up and running after his knee surgery but it was fantastic to see him smiling, playing dominoes and enjoying his retirement. Way to go, Art!
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The Sheriffs’ Association of Texas’ 144th Annual Training Conference and Expo was held Saturday, July 23 -Tuesday, July 26 at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth. Over 1,500 were in attendance. There were over 250 exhibits at the Expo where attendees could get familiar with the latest technology and products offered to the Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Community.
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The weather has been really hot recently. Please check on the elderly, your family, friends and neighbors. Remember Grimes County remains in a burn ban.
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Robert and Melissa Perez celebrated their 17th anniversary by remarrying Saturday, July 16, at the Keith Community Center. Their four children, Elissa, Robert Jr., Brandon, Marianna and their grandson David Perez each attended. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Philip Flores. Following the event, a meal and wedding cake was served. Approximately 30 attended. May God continue to bless those present.
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As with any group, the new calendar year is bringing new changes for Richards ISD.
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