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A new page has turned over in Hamilton as major boards met in an ambassadors workshop Saturday to plan for the city’s future.

With school coming back in session, teachers and students have started kicking it in gear, especially Rob Cochran’s fourth period class.

MORE STOCK SHOW PICS- Students of all ages worked for months at home to prepare for this year’s Hamilton County Youth Fair. When they all came together, they shared experience and knowledge to help each other do the best they could. Judges, adults and older exhibitors offered tips and assistance to those just starting their stock show careers. Many of this year’s big winners began as third graders and found success, rewards and scholarships along the way. Staff Photos/Kim Hinton

Those looking for a healthy way to start off the new year need not look too far as the Hamilton Healthcare System offers the Hamilton Wellness Center.

In an effort to be “green,” households are switching from disposable grocery bags to those that are reusable. While this can help reduce waste, it is important to remember that reusable bags can get dirty or contaminated with germs that can make us sick. If contaminated bags are used to carry food, then the food being carried could also become contaminated. Stay healthy and “green” while keeping your bags clean by following the advice below.

2021 PHOTOS-Above, Aubrey Adams showed the grand champion market steer at the Hamilton County Youth Fair. Far right, Hamilton High School varsity Lady Bulldogs were district champs. Team members are, l-r, Courtland Mehaffey, Alissta Thedford, Sydney Thedford, Kenedy Craig, Skylar Carr, Emiley Hale, Morgan Mehaffey, Kelton Wright, Karsyn Smith and Averi Poe. Below, HHS ag mechanics team raked in honors for their trailer. Team members are Denver Poe, Morgan Mehaffey, Dawson Melde and Emiley Hale with sponsor Jeffrey Jones.

Donald and Martha White of Hamilton would like to announce the engagement of their daughter, Julia Lanae White of Hamilton to Casey Lee Mitchell of Bandera.