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At the Wednesday, Nov. 1 Regular Meeting of Grimes County Commissioners Court, Grimes County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Martha Smith advised commissioners of the department’s plans to assist Richards ISD with SRO (School Resource Officer) coverage. House Bill 3, passed during the 88th Texas Legislative Session requiring school districts to have armed security at every campus, has many schools scrambling for funds and Richards ISD no exception.
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TODD MISSION — A Sunday afternoon wreck in Todd Mission sent five people to the hospital. The Nov. 5, accident happened around 4:42 p.m. on FM 1774 near Mill Creek Drive. Department of Public Safety Sgt. Justin Ruiz said the preliminary investigation indicates a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer was traveling northbound. A 2015 Toyota Corolla traveling southbound failed to drive in a single lane and entered the northbound lane, striking the Chevrolet head-on.
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ROANS PRAIRIE — Officers used an aerial search to locate suspected thieves who attempted to evade officers on foot Nov. 4.
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There are numerous events throughout Grimes County to honor those who served to protect the United States. Veterans Day celebrations include concerts, school programs, a parade and more.
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ANDERSON — For nearly 40 years, Kott’s Café in Anderson has served homecooked meals to locals, passersby or those who made the special trip to try the food raved about by so many. Anderson Mayor Marc Benton honored the small café with a proclamation declaring Nov. 1, Kott’s Appreciation Day.
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IOLA — Take a journey through history this Veterans Day with Mesa Military Exhibits at Iola Community Center Nov. 10-11.
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Putting patients first and meeting health care needs in the underserved rural areas of the Brazos Valley is the mission and passion of a dedicated team of Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses and Clinical Health Workers.
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Navasota Grimes County Chamber of Commerce hosted a groundbreaking ceremony Nov. 3, for Candlewood Suites. AAKAS LLC owned by the Patel family are bringing the new hotel to town. The hotel, located off of the Texas 6 northbound feeder next to Comfort Inn, will have 59 extended stay suite rooms and small rooms. There will also be a large outdoor patio with a barbeque grill. Construction is anticipated to take 7-8 months for completion.
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