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Gov. Greg Abbott just before the midnight deadline Sunday vetoed a bill on THC products and said he would call a special legislative session to regulate items containing the substance, the Austin American-Statesman reported.
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I was finally able to mow some. The rain not only boosted the grass, but also the weeds.
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The Green family came out in a big way to enjoy family, food and fun. Thanks, familyand Zenith Short for bringing us together again.
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Iola Missionary Baptist Church had a wonderful Vacation Bible School this year. Around 65children attended. Everyone had a wonderful time. There was a contest between the girls and boys to see who could raise the most money to help build a missionary cabin in the country of Georgia. The girls won the contest. A total of around $1,400 was raised. Thanks to all the children that made this possible.
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Happy Juneteenth Grimes County. The Youth Summit will be held June 24–26 from 5:30–8 p.m. at the Navasota Center, 101 Stadium Drive in Navasota.
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The monthly food pantry at Iola Missionary Baptist Church fellowship hall will be open Saturday, June 21, from 7–11 a.m. Anyone in need are welcome. Volunteers are needed the day before around noon to help set up the pantry and for distribution on Saturday. All assistance is appreciated. Come out and help your friends and neighbors.
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It was good to get a call from Mrs. Betty Jones this week. She sounded good, was laughing and we caught up on a few things. Mrs. Betty was the president of the VFW Auxiliary when I started as an active member. She and Harriet Bellmeyer went to every meeting no matter where they were located. Due to her health, Mrs. Betty stepped down from her position. Thank you, Mrs. Betty, for making my day.
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This year’s Juneteenth, June 19, event is different from past events. The parade begins at 11 a.m. and travels along Main Street in Anderson. Dinner will be served at the Juneteenth Fairgrounds at 1 p.m. on FM 149 across from Anderson-Shiro High School. The cultural music festival and rodeo will be held at the Grimes County Fairgrounds and Expo Center. Gates open at 5 p.m. and the rodeo starts at 7 p.m. For more information contact Bessie White, 936-203-8483 or Rosie Calhoun, 936-825-4822.
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