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Companion Senior Care host Medicare program Companion Senior Care will introduce the new Medicare Guide program at their 5 year celebration on Friday, Aug. 14 from 10.30 a.m.
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Bulldogs receive $50,000 boost
Fresh off presenting a $50,000 donation to the Hamilton ISD Athletic Department prior to last Friday’s Midnight Madness intrasquad football scrimmage at Kooken Field, the Hamilton Athletic Booster Club released a statement seeking the help of volunteers. “BULLDOG NATION - WE NEED YOUR HELP!” the press release began, before stating the sizeable donation was “the result of the support and love of our tremendous Hamilton community.” The statement continued, “For the past four years, all funds raised from our spirit wear and tournaments have been given directly to the athletic program to fill the financial gaps that may exist.
MEET THE TEACHERS
MEET THE TEACHERS
Burn ban takes effect and siren tests return
Two safety measures were enacted for Hamilton County at the Hamilton County Commissioners Court meeting on Tuesday. First, a burn ban was made effective Aug.
Kendal Stroud makes it home; a true “but God” story
On June 19, lifelong Hamilton resident and class of 2023 graduate Kendal Stroud was involved in a one-car accident after her vehicle hydroplaned in heavy rain, leaving her severely injured. A fellow driver who saw the accident pulled over to help Stroud, also stopping two others to help until emergency services arrived. Her family was alerted to this nightmarish news and rushed to see her.
A NEW DAWN
A NEW DAWN
SIGNATURE SPOT
SIGNATURE SPOT
Community invited to pray for Hamilton ISD
As Hamilton ISD prepares to begin a new school year, the Hamilton Ministerial Alliance, in partnership with Hamilton Young Life, invites the entire community to gather for a time of prayer for our schools.
Lone Star Healthy Streams workshop Tuesday in Gatesville
Lone Star Healthy Streams will host a workshop on Aug. 11 in Gatesville focused on land stewardship, soil health, water quality and conservation strategies.
TxDOT: distracted driving and speeding put school children at risk of danger
Why this matters Traffic crashes in Texas school zones increased 12% from 2024 to 2025. As kids across the state head back to school this month, TxDOT is reminding drivers to slow down and stay alert around schools to help prevent crashes and save lives.
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