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Navasota residents Lillian and Johnny Wesley were honored in the May 2020 issue of The Ringer, the magazine of the Texas Horseshoe Pitchers Association, THPA, thetexasringer.com. The couple was spotlighted to honor their skills, sportsmanship and longtime association with the South Central Horseshoe Club in Bryan. They have traveled around Texas representing the Club in games and tournaments. Johnny, the recipient of many plaques and trophies, will receive his 10-year patch in an October ceremony. Lillian has been scorekeeper. She and other family members have provided food, raffle items, and whatever was needed to support the club.
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Examiner photos by Ana Cosino
The second round of Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grants from the Navasota Economic Development Corporation (NEDC) were awarded Friday, May 29.
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The Brazos Valley Food Bank along with Chickfil-A, KBTX, HEB, Christian Community Center and the Iola Food Pantry distributed over 300 free Chick-fil-A box meals to Grimes County residents Saturday, May 30 at the Grimes County Fairgrounds. In addition to Chick-fil-A food, emergency food boxes including fresh produce, frozen meat, milk, eggs, and girl scout cookies. Courtesy photos
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Navasota Fire Department received a new grill donated by Lowe’s Home Improvement store in College Station. The department was looking to purchase a new grill. John Flores Sr. mentioned it to Lowe’s store manager Scott Becker who decided to donate the grill to the department. Pictured L-R: Lowe’s Store Manager Scott Becker, Assistant Fire Chief John Flores and Fire Chief Jason Katkoski.
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The total number of positive COVID-19 cases continues to rise with the number reaching 99 total cases.
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Bob Dylan was once quoted as saying, “A hero is someone who understands the responsibility that comes with his freedom.” Navasota firefighters Mitchell Kroll and George Korpita ran through Navasota on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25 in remembrance of the brave men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Examiner photo by Erica Grifaldo
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The Iola Bulldog seniors lined the street outside of Bulldog Stadium dressed in their cap and gowns and witnessed a parade put on by the school and community to honor their achievements. Seniors have been secluded due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On Friday, May 22, they stood “socially distanced” according to CDC guidelines but strongly together as the community offered a gesture of support to what they have and will face in the future. Examiner photos by Matthew Ybarra
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