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Every vote counts so, I decided to offer this information. For the White Hall area, there is a run-off election for constable. Texas voters planning to vote by mail must apply for the ballot through ballot by mail or federal postcard applications. The deadline for sending in the mail-in ballot application is May 17.
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The Richards Community is invited to spend Easter with Richards Global Methodist Church beginning March 29.
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A Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month ceremony will be held Wednesday, April 3 at The Grimes County Business and Justice Center inAnderson beginning at noon.
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There was certainly a good turnout for the Iola Food Pantry March 16, at the Iola Missionary Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. A total of 86 people including five new people received food. The food distributed will feed around 230 people. There was a variety of food including frozen food, vegetables, canned goods and other items as well. Volunteers helped set up the pantry the day before. The pantry is open the third Saturday of the month from 9 to 11 a.m. Volunteers are needed the Friday before around noon for setup.
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I pray everyone had a safe and enjoyable spring break. Developing educational programs based on community needs is the foundation of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension’s success. Their mission is “Improving the lives of people, businesses, and communities across Texas and beyond through high-quality, relevant education.”
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The annual fundraiser for Iola Volunteer Fire Department was held at Francines’s Country Pavillion March 8 and 9 with good attendance. A good time was had by all. I have no idea how much was raised but the money raised will help benefit the department. Thanks to all that assisted in any way. The weather was cold both days but is getting better.
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Courtney-White Hall 4-H will be hosting another bake sale and chicken spaghetti fundraiser April 20, at White Hall Store from 9 a.m. until sold out. Please consider helping these youth with your donations. Those baked goods are always good. Once I have more information on the cost of the chicken spaghetti, I will let you know. Please add this event to your calendar.
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The Knights of Columbus Council no. 4054 announced their February awards. Congratulations to the following for their significant contributions to recent council activities. Knight of the Month is Timothy Diehl and Family of the Month is Cliff and Peggy Mangano.
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