Shepherd Chamber of Commerce
Women's League Board and Committee Chairs met to finalize plans for the new season.
Shepherd Chamber of Commerce
16 N. Liberty St, Shepherd, TX 77371
210-995-7420
Historical Commission discuss and plan for the archive project.
Coldspring Chamber of Commerce
31 N. Butler St., Coldspring, TX 77331
936-653-2184
Red Hat Club lunching at Coldspring Senior Center
Carson Combs was sworn in as the new Chair for the SJC Republican Club
Back to School display outside of the Impact Center Resale Store.
Did You Know?
by Yvonne Cones
San Jacinto County Women's League members of the Board and committees met at the Senior Center in Coldspring last week. The group finalized the details for the Yearbook, which is the admirable work of Linda Deeter. Members names and details, calendar of the upcoming year and much more are featured in the Yearbook. Members will be able to pick up their copy at the first meeting of the new season on September 11 at the Community Center in Coldspring. We have new faces in the group and of course members who carry on with the work behind the scenes who have done so for years!
Our county's Historical Commission are busy working on a large project, archiving the many photos and articles dating back many years which, when completed, will be available to the public on line. There are thousands of items to work through! Dale Everitt and Charles Ballard have set up the planning of how this will be done. Equipment is of course needed to scan and work on the items. Many are very old and need conservation work. The Commission members will be helping get this work done. If you do not know that the Basement of the Courthouse is also a museum, you will be able to see for yourself with a visit there. Memories are shown in the pictures, artifacts, medals and costumes of those who fought in the wars of the last century. Those who fought for our country are remembered as well as some items from those who belonged to the enemy and were brought home by survivors.
On August 30 at the Jail Museum in Old Town Coldspring, there will be a presentation of a historic sword. Details will be in next week's column.
The Impact Center in Shepherd has an eye catching display at the front of the resale shop for the 'Back To School' shoppers. It is always worth a look inside at the many bargains to be had there. Brenda Myers and her team are busy with work outside the store. They will be building a stage for performances of many kinds. Watch for more news!
The Republican Club of San Jacinto County will meet on Tuesday August 12 at 6 PM. The guest speaker will be our Sheriff Sam Houston who will talk on his plans for reducing crime in our area. There will be refreshments and everyone is welcome. The event is at the HQ in Coldspring. The new Chair of the Club was sworn in by Dwayne Wright last week. Carson Combs will now allow Dwayne more time to focus on his new position with our state representative Janis Holt.
Shepherd Chamber of Commerce will present the 'Business of the Month' to the City of Shepherd who have helped it with funding the fireworks for our Independence Day event. The Chamber is grateful for the City helping us in all our events. The next big one will be our Christmas Celebration and Parade. This is always the first Saturday of December in Shepherd so it is not that far off!
The Democratic Party of San Jacinto County also meets on August 12 at 6 PM. Chair Dennis Ready will talk on future plans and refreshments will be served by 'The Family Restuarant and Daiquiris To Go' on S. Byrd in Shepherd.
On August 30 & 31 a Fall Festival of Networking Businesses will be held at the Family Restaurant in Shepherd. No set fee for this but you must confirm your spot. The event will be outdoors although there will be room inside if it rains. This is an opportunity to 'showcase your brand, mingle with local professionals and build connections.' Call 346- 988-5059.
The Brewtique and Boutique will hold the final day for the Garage Sale which is a fundraiser for Heaven's Army Ministry. From 8 AM- 5 PM you can browse and buy Furniture, Clothing, Decor and Accessories. Located in Shepherd just across the railroad tracks. Call 832-207-6111.