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At the May 1 Regular Meeting of the Grimes County Commissioner Court, three items impacting safety and quality of life in Grimes County were addressed. Solar farm road issues, proposed subdivision regulation changes and the CR 308 railroad crossing closure prompted record turnout of residents at regular meetings and public hearings and significant direct correspondence with commissioners.
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Residents across Grimes County weighed in on the proposed Addendum #7 to the Grimes County Subdivision Rules and Regulations at a Public Hearing Tuesday, April 30 in Grimes County Commissioners Court. This was the second of two public hearings to receive comments about reducing current minimum residential lot widths from 60-foot to 40-foot and current side setbacks to a 5-foot minimum. The proposed change was prompted by a request from History-Maker Homes who wants to offer 40-, 50- and 60-footwide lots in its development.
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The Navasota Grimes County Chamber of Commerce welcomed new partner Mr. Lube, owners Kemar and Tanya Emmanuel, to the chamber team Friday, May 3. A staple in the Navasota community, Mr. Lube has operated as a business for more than 20 years. The couple brings a total remodel, new management and personnel and new products to the business with more to come. They are located at 507 S. La Salle in Navasota.
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Grimes County Crime Stoppers hosted the Texas Crime Stoppers Basic Course Training for TCOLE credit, April 30 and May 1. The event was attended by Crime Stoppers organizations from various Texas cities. Those participating from GC Crime Stoppers local were Rogers Douglas, Secretary Kay Saathoff, Parliamentarian Marilyn Bettes, President Debbie Grimes, Treasurer Dianna Westmoreland and Dennis Saathoff.
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Navasota Garden Club awarded the May Yard of the Month award to Raymond and Lettie Katkoski for their home at 832 N. Judson. Their well–manicured front yard features a variety of roses. The back yard features an array of plants, Banana trees and a variety of ferns.
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Run alongside law enforcement officers at the annual Law Enforcement Special Olympics Torch Run Wednesday, May 15. This year the run will travel through Navasota.
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Between preparing delicious food, adhering to strict nutrition standards, navigating student food allergies, and offering service with a smile, Navasota ISD nutrition professionals have a lot on their plate. To celebrate their hard work and commitment, Navasota schools celebrated School Lunch Hero Day May 3.
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ANDERSON — The Anderson–Shiro Education Foundation Prize Flight Team distributed 19 grants to teachers totaling $40,318.00.
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