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POINT BLANK — The Texas Department of Public Safety Troopers investigated a fatal crash on U.S. Highway 190, near Point Blank, that occurred June 25. The preliminary crash investigation indicates that at approximately 9:44 a.m., a 2008 Honda Pilot was traveling east, while a 2016 International truck tractor was traveling west.
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Navasota Fire Department helped the community cool down from the summer heat July 1, at Navasota Public Library’s annual Wet and Wild Day.
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The Navasota City Council held a Special Meeting workshop June 24 to discuss the future of the Library Advisory Board and a proposed Vape Shop Ordinance.
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The Texas Historical Commission’s (THC) recognition of the St. Louis Cemetery in Iola as a Historic Texas Cemetery was celebrated at a dedication ceremony Thursday, June 27, at Iola Missionary Baptist Church. Hosts were John “J.W.” Mitchell and Dr. Patrick Gilbert, descendants of the Mitchells and Gilberts buried there.
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As the hot and dry summer approaches, Wickson Creek Special Utility District said they have seen water usage rise sharply. To conserve the available water supply and to protect the integrity of the water supply facilities, Wickson Creek is requesting conservation.
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Optimum, the local provider of internet, mobile, TV, and phone services, today announces that due to significant investments made to the company’s local network and infrastructure, area residents and businesses can now access internet speeds of up to 500 Mbps in Navasota. With this launch, customers are now able to enjoy superior internet service that is more than triple the previous highest speed offered by the company in this market.
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Voices for Children is seeking volunteers to advocate for the best interest of children in foster care in the Brazos Valley. “We want every child involved in the foster care system to have an advocate by their side while they go through such an uncertain time in their lives,” said Amy Faulkner, Executive Director of Voices for Children. “Unfortunately, there continues to be an increase in children entering the foster care system from our community. We need more volunteers from the community to serve these children and their families.”
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The City of Navasota is hosting the 5th Annual Freedom Festival Thursday, July 4, in downtown Navasota. The event includes the annual Fourth of July Parade, live music, fireworks and family fun.
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