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Washington, DC lawmakers got a reminder that the proposed high speed rail project between Houston and Dallas may be forgotten, but it’s not gone yet. While in Washington Feb. 8-12 for the National Association of Regional Councils (NARC) conference, Grimes County Judge Joe Fauth, III, and other regional officials met individually with congressmen on Capitol Hill to ask them not to support federal funding for the project.
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Navasota Ag students are anticipating the return to their ag shop after it caught fire Oct. 13, 2024. The fire caused significant damage and a makeshift ag shop using tents was constructed.
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The Salvation Army is offering rental and utility bill assistance to Grimes County families.
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PLANTERSVILLE — Plantersville Board of Aldermen discussed several slated road repairs and unanimously approved the emergency services contract with the Plantersville–Stoneham Volunteer Fire Department at their monthly meeting, Feb. 17.
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Navasota Elks Lodge used the Beacon Grant to assist the Grimes County Rainbow Room. The Rainbow Room assists children that have been removed by Child Protective Services. Case workers can access the room anytime to gather clothing and supplies for children. The Elks Lodge donated $2,000 to the Rainbow Room Feb. 19.
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Texas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick spoke at the Grimes County Republican Party’s annual Trump–Reagan Dinner at the Grimes County Expo Center, Feb. 22. Patrick thanked the Iola Young Republicans for attending and serving at the event. He also allowed some of the crowd to try on a vest and coat worn by legendary actor, John Wayne, during the filming of one of his movies. Representative Trey Wharton and Senator Louis Kolkhorst also spoke at the meeting.
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Navasota Pizza Hut hosted a special fundraising event Feb. 20, honoring the memory of Navasota Police Sgt. Butler, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty on Jan. 15. Pizza Hut donated half of all proceeds from the day. Managment said it was their largest sales day raising over $5,000 to support Sgt. Butler’s family.
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BEDIAS — A Texas Department of Public Safety Trooper and his family lost their home during an early morning fire in Bedias, Feb. 16.
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