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There was a communitywide Fields of Faith service Oct. 23, at the Iola High School football field. Pizza was served before the service and was enjoyed by all. The guest speaker was Jon Harper from World Ministries. His message was well received, and many people came forward for a variety of reasons.
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Grieving the loss of a loved one or know someone who is? “Surviving the Holidays,” hosted by GriefShare, provides encouragement, support and valuable tools to navigate the challenges of the season. The seminar is Saturday, Nov. 9 from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church Family Life Center, 8227 CR 205 in Plantersville. For more information contact Mary Marshall, 281-356-2497, email, mmarshall1213@yahoo.com or visit griefshare.org/holidays.
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We need rain. Please help us pray that we receive some soon. St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Plantersville is hosting their annual rummage sale Saturday, Nov. 2, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Early bird shoppers can shop between 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. for $10 cash. Admission is free after 9 a.m. Over 1,000 families have contributed items including clothes, shoes, handbags, furniture. linens, crafts, appliances, and much more.
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Well folks, it’s time to do your civic duty and vote. All polling locations including the Keith and Iola locations will be open Tuesday, Nov. 5, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. If you don’t vote you don’t have a right to complain, so go out and vote. Early voting is also available until Nov. 1. Call the Grimes County Elections Office for more information, 936-873-3940 or visit, www.grimescountytexas.gov.
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The Texas Renaissance Festival ends Sunday, Dec. 1. For more information call, 281-356-2178 or email, info@texrenfest. com. Festival hours are Saturdays and Sundays, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Halloween on the street in Richards will be at sundown, Thursday, Oct. 31. There will be a hayride starting at the Methodist Church and circling around town. Stops for candy are scheduled at Richards Civic Center, Richards Fire Station and at other participating locations. Crossroads Church is hosting a Community
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White Hall has a new business, The Market at 1917 Farm, located on County Road 318. They have been open for several weeks but wanted to get more inventory on their shelves. Their grand opening and ribbon cutting with the Navasota Grimes County Chamber of Commerce is Friday, Nov. 1, at 11 a.m. and will include a tasting of sweet and savory items.
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I know this was a Washington and Burleson County game played in College Station, but it was nerve-wracking for sure. Burton has a new football stadium but for some reason could not play there, so the game was at Brazos Christian Academy. It was an awesome game with Somerville winning, 42-41, in overtime. It was a good feeling to see those boys and coaches celebrating. This is the first time since 2006 that they beat Burton.
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