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There will be a ribbon cutting for Navasota’s historic Railroad Street May 12, at noon. Come out and see all the improvements the City of Navasota has made.
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Five Navasota FFA Welding teams competed in the Ag Mechanics show at Blinn College Thursday, April 28, each earning blue ribbons. Jose Lopez and Alex Silva were in the top 16 of the cutting contest. Etraveon Sweed and Trenton Bokack placed third with their livestock feeder. Pictured bottom row left to right: Aedan Smith, Chris Tejeda, Michael Dyke, Conner McDonald, Edward Gray. Top row: Trenton Bohack, Etraveon Sweed, Fabian Vallecillo. Courtesy photo
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Join Grimes County Ministers Fellowship for the 71st National Day of Prayer Thursday, May 5, at Grimes County VFW Post 4006, 1575 W. Washington Avenue in Navasota beginning at 6 p.m.
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IOLA – Students took a trip back in time to enjoy a classic childhood game and fundraise for a great cause during the inaugural Iola High School Jacks Tournament Monday, April 25.
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Winner number 36 of the 2nd Annual St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 52-week gun raffle was drawn Sunday, May 1. The winner of an Escort 12ga. HESD Shotgun is Josh Chambers of Tomball. The next drawing will take place Sunday, May 8.
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The Evergreen Baptist Church Fish Fry assisting children with funds for church camp was certainly a success. The event was held Saturday, April 23, at the Iola VFD. Approximately 175 people were served, raising a good amount of money. Fish with all the works along with desserts and baked goods were served. Thanks to everyone that assisted and purchased plates.
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The Sunrise Service at Zion Cemetery Sunday, April 17, was well attended despite drizzly weather. The service was conducted by Rev. Darren Ely of King Oaks Church. A special part of the service is when his wife and several of their children quoted a long scripture that was part of the sermon. Following the service, breakfast consisting of eggs, sausage, biscuits, gravy and drinks was served at Zion United Methodist Church.
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I have more good news! At Thursday night’s VFW Auxiliary meeting, we gained a new life member. With our membership dwindling, this is fantastic news. If you are interested in possibly becoming a member of this group please don’t hesitate to call, text or email me. My contact information is at the end of this column.
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