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Solid Ground

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
One of the best ways to begin each new day and get things off on the right foot is to thanks to God for our blessings.Trying to think of all of these blessings isn’t as important as just letting our heart be filled with a spirit of thankfulness.
LEE SCOTT MASONIC LODGE recently presented Somerville Area Assistance Ministries (SAAM) with a donation to help families in need during the holiday season. Pictured, from left, are Terry White, Junior Warden of the Lodge, Steve McCoy, Treasurer of the Lodge, Judy Bench, Ruth Cummins, Diane Ganske, Lacey Dunn and Charles Law, Secretary of the Lodge.

LEE SCOTT MASONIC LODGE recently presented Somerville Area Assistance Ministries (SAAM) with a donation to help families in need during the holiday season. Pictured, from left, are Terry White, Junior Warden of the Lodge, Steve McCoy, Treasurer of the Lodge, Judy Bench, Ruth Cummins, Diane Ganske, Lacey Dunn and Charles Law, Secretary of the Lodge.

Masons present donation to SAAM

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Thanksgiving has been celebrated in some way since the 17th century, beginning in 1621, when settlers celebrated their successful harvest, aided by the Native Americans who taught them essential agriculture practices.

Shorter days bring deadly risks for walkers in Texas

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
In Texas, we look out for each other, whether you’re a service member or civilian, and that doesn’t end when you get behind the wheel.Seven hundred seventy- three people were killed while walking on Texas roads last year.

Hidden hazards

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Pet toy options are endless, and many owners make a choice based on texture, color or even sound, but not every toy is a match for each pet.Dr.

EHM outbreak halts horse happenings

Sabine Lazo
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
An outbreak of Equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy (EHM), an infectious equine disease is pausing many equine events throughout Texas and the United States at large.The outbreak began in Texas, at the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) World Finals and Elite Barrel Race event on Nov.

The magical chemistry behind nature’s fall foliage colors

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
When summer fades and fall emerges, lush green tree leaves give way to a variety of warm hues that mark the changing of seasons, and many people anticipate the chance to catch a glimpse of the magic.But it’s not magic at all, and those brilliant autumn colors have always been there.
THANKSGIVING BREAK BAGS for families with children were prepared and passed out last Friday. The Burleson County Juneteenth Association, area churches (Shiloh Baptist Church, St. Matthews Baptist Church, Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church and Seven Star Baptist Church) and donations from individuals sponsored the items in each bag. Ella Nelson, Alma Daniels, Wilma Hanks, Chuck Anderson, Birdie Tyler, Diann Scott and Vanessa Jackson prepared the bags.

THANKSGIVING BREAK BAGS for families with children were prepared and passed out last Friday. The Burleson County Juneteenth Association, area churches (Shiloh Baptist Church, St. Matthews Baptist Church, Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church and Seven Star Baptist Church) and donations from individuals sponsored the items in each bag. Ella Nelson, Alma Daniels, Wilma Hanks, Chuck Anderson, Birdie Tyler, Diann Scott and Vanessa Jackson prepared the bags.

THANKSGIVING BREAK BAGS

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
THANKSGIVING BREAK BAGS for families with children were prepared and passed out last Friday. The Burleson County Juneteenth Association, area churches (Shiloh Baptist Church, St.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Community Thanksgiving Dinner
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Community Thanksgiving dinnerCaldwell Methodist Church is inviting the community to a free Thanksgiving dinner on Wednesday, Nov. 26, at 6:30 p.m. for food, fellowship and fun.No registration is needed.The church is located at 306 West Fox Street in Caldwell.
IN GOD’S HANDS Ministry prepares these food boxes on Saturday, Nov. 22, for distribution. Pictured are, from left, Drew Davidson, Joshua Thornton, Steven Joodin and David Palicka.

IN GOD’S HANDS Ministry prepares these food boxes on Saturday, Nov. 22, for distribution. Pictured are, from left, Drew Davidson, Joshua Thornton, Steven Joodin and David Palicka.

Giving Thanks: A special holiday

Roy Sanders
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
It doesn’t cost money to be thankful.This resonates in Burleson County, where the Thanksgiving holiday is celebrated -- just because.Longtime residents who have prospered through the generations know their good fortune is not an accident.
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