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There was a communitywide Fields of Faith service Oct. 23, at the Iola High School football field. Pizza was served before the service and was enjoyed by all. The guest speaker was Jon Harper from World Ministries. His message was well received, and many people came forward for a variety of reasons.
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Calling all Grimes County groups, soloists, choirs, churches, etc. to be a part of the gospel play, “The Old Ship of Zion” Saturday, Nov. 9 at 6 p.m. at Missionary Camp Church in Navasota. Rehearsal is Nov. 7–8 at 6 p.m. For more information contact Pastor Earnest Heard, Jr., 979–347–0793, Ever Johnson, 936–718– 5224 or Michael Harrison, 936–730–9115.
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Oct. 25 and 26 are sad days for my family because my parents passed away those days, 16 years apart. But Friday, my spirits were high because I had visitors from Puerto Rico. Both are named Jose, and they were joined by family. I met Jose (Tito) when he applied to TAMU. We lost his admissions application but eventually found it and have been friends since. The laughter, hugs, smiles and memories made my entire weekend.
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Chamber welcomes The Market at 1917 Farm
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White Hall has a new business, The Market at 1917 Farm, located on County Road 318. They have been open for several weeks but wanted to get more inventory on their shelves. Their grand opening and ribbon cutting with the Navasota Grimes County Chamber of Commerce is Friday, Nov. 1, at 11 a.m. and will include a tasting of sweet and savory items.
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Halloween on the street in Richards will be at sundown, Thursday, Oct. 31. There will be a hayride starting at the Methodist Church and circling around town. Stops for candy are scheduled at Richards Civic Center, Richards Fire Station and at other participating locations. Crossroads Church is hosting a Community
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The Texas Renaissance Festival ends Sunday, Dec. 1. For more information call, 281-356-2178 or email, info@texrenfest. com. Festival hours are Saturdays and Sundays, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Well folks, it’s time to do your civic duty and vote. All polling locations including the Keith and Iola locations will be open Tuesday, Nov. 5, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. If you don’t vote you don’t have a right to complain, so go out and vote. Early voting is also available until Nov. 1. Call the Grimes County Elections Office for more information, 936-873-3940 or visit, www.grimescountytexas.gov.
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