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The phrase “first 100 days” goes back to President Franklin Roosevelt’s rapid response to the Great Depression and has become a barometer for gauging the progress of new admini
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Iola will be ready to protect the home turf this season thanks to a remodel at Bulldog Stadium. For the first time the stadium has an artificial playing surface that will eliminate previous mud bowls.
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Following a Special Meeting workshop Aug. 25, Navasota city council members directed Navasota Police Chief Mike Mize to take the next steps to address the feral cat problem through participation in the Best Friends Society’s (BFS) trap and release program.
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Grimes County Commissioners approved scheduling a Regular Meeting every Wednesday in August and September through the end of this fiscal year September 30.
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The Navasota City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding between the Navasota Police Department and Our Rescue Organization in support of a $6,695 grant request for equipment to download electronic devices.
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A new nest of Owls lead Anderson–Shiro into the 2025-2026 fall sports season. Football, volleyball, cross country, band, cheer, athletic trainers and more were introduced to fans at the annual Meet the Owls, Aug. 11.
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Iola High School fall athletes, cheerleaders and band members were introduced to the community at the annual Meet the Bulldogs at newly turfed Bulldog Stadium, Aug. 15. Iola begins the football season Aug. 29, at Mildred.
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A sold–out crowd showed up to support local law enforcement at the annual Grimes County True Blue Banquet, Aug. 16. Nashville recording artist, Chris Cagle, headlined the event and renowned actor, Marshall Teague, was the guest speaker. Thousands of dollars were raised which will help the organization purchase essential items for law enforcement that aren’t budgeted. True Blue also provides scholarships. See more photos on page 14.
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