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Somerville Historical Society meetingThe Somerville Historical Society meets on the second Monday of each month at 11:30 a.m. in the meeting room in the Somerville Museum. The organization is seeking new members who have knowledge of the history of Somerville.

Holton makes spring President’s List

Carter Holton, of Somerville, was named to the Mississippi State University spring 2024 President’s List.Holton is among 4,137 students who have attained this honor.Students on the President’s List achieved a 3.80 or better gradepoint average, based on a 4.
TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE Extension Service will present the “Stop and Stay Awhile: Building Habitat to Benefit Migratory Birds” webinar on July 11 from noon to 1 p.m. Photo courtesy of Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife

TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE Extension Service will present the “Stop and Stay Awhile: Building Habitat to Benefit Migratory Birds” webinar on July 11 from noon to 1 p.m. Photo courtesy of Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife

Migratory bird habitat webinar scheduled for July 11

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will present the “Stop and Stay Awhile: Building Habitat to Benefit Migratory Birds” webinar on July 11, from noon to 1 p.m.The webinar is part of the ongoing Texas A&M Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management, RWFM, Stewardship Series.
CHILDREN WERE fascinated by the tiny, programmable robots which “sparked” their curiosity at the Harrie P. Woodson Memorial Library “Spark” event last Thursday. Tribune photo by Denise Squier

CHILDREN WERE fascinated by the tiny, programmable robots which “sparked” their curiosity at the Harrie P. Woodson Memorial Library “Spark” event last Thursday. Tribune photo by Denise Squier

Brazos Valley Gives registration has begun

The Community Foundation of the Brazos Valley’s 6th annual Brazos Valley Gives is officially set for Tuesday, Oct. 15 -- when nonprofits from throughout the seven-county region will engage donors to “give where you live.
CANDICE LISTER and Sarah Underwood are the organizers for the new Somerville Farmers Market, set to open this Sunday, July 7. Tribune photo by Denise Squier

CANDICE LISTER and Sarah Underwood are the organizers for the new Somerville Farmers Market, set to open this Sunday, July 7. Tribune photo by Denise Squier

For an un-beet-able time, try the Somerville farmers market

This Sunday morning, you should “turnip” on 12th Street in Somerville to see an “a-maize-ing” new event -- the new Somerville Farmers Market.The event will feature produce, meat, eggs, baked goods, honey, fresh flowers...a little bit of everything -- running from 8 a.m.
‘Spark’-ing an interest in science

‘Spark’-ing an interest in science

‘Spark’-ing an interest in science

The Harrie P. Woodson Memorial Library held a robotic science event called “Spark” last Thursday.See inside for more photos from the event.
Yeguas compete in State 7on7

Yeguas compete in State 7on7

Yeguas compete in State 7on7

Members of the Somerville Yeguas football team competed in the Texas State 7on7 Championship last weekend.See this week’s Sports Page for more.
CALDWELL Officer Jerome Plair was named “Peace Officer of the Year” during the Law Enforcement Appreciation Banquet. He is pictured with Police Chief Charles Barnes.

CALDWELL Officer Jerome Plair was named “Peace Officer of the Year” during the Law Enforcement Appreciation Banquet. He is pictured with Police Chief Charles Barnes.

Caldwell Police Officer Plair named Rotary’s ‘Peace Officer of the Year’

Last Friday, members of area law enforcement agencies were honored at the 22nd Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Banquet, hosted by the Caldwell Rotary Club -- and Officer Jerome Plair was honored as the “Peace Officer of the Year.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

To be in the current list of calendar events, submissions must be received by 4 p.m. on Mondays prior to publication.Farmers’ marketThe Burleson County Farmers’ Market meets every Saturday in downtown Caldwell from 7 a.m. until noon.
Owens to ride in 10K mile Hoka Hey again

Owens to ride in 10K mile Hoka Hey again

Owens to ride in 10K mile Hoka Hey again

“Hoka hey!”This term is a Sioux Indian war cry, and translated means, “It’s a good day to die.”However, don’t be misled and read into this phrase that by voicing this statement a warrior desired to die that would be the exact opposite of its intent.