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Renfro petition leads to Boulton suspension, court-appointed sheriff takes command

Wed, 07/08/2026 - 05:56

NEW SHERIFF IN TOWN: Retired Texas Ranger Tommy Ratliff is the newly appointed Hamilton County Sheriff until further order of the court but no later than December 31, 2028. Courtesy photo

As of June 30, 2026, Hamilton County Sheriff Brad Boulton is temporarily suspended from office without pay by order of Presiding District Judge Dib Waldrip. If found innocent of the charges during the upcoming October criminal hearings, Boulton would be awarded back pay.

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Happy 250th, AMERICA

Wed, 07/08/2026 - 05:56

COMMUNITY INDEPENDENCE: Hamilton residences showed up at the courthouse lawn to celebrate 250 years of American Independence. A reading of the Declaration of Independence, a tribute to the flags and music from Wade Paul Johnson. Courtesy Photo

Happy 250th, AMERICA

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Finley Grace gets wings with Owlet

Wed, 07/08/2026 - 05:56

Soon after achieving 501(c)(3) non-profit status earlier this spring, the Finley Grace Organization for SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) Research released the following statement this week. “We are proud to announce that the Finley Grace Organization for SIDS Research has become an official partner with Owlet through their Owlet Cares program.

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WATER PLANT BACKUP:

Wed, 07/01/2026 - 06:14

WATER PLANT BACKUP: Installation preparation has begun for a 500kw permanent backup generator that will provide timely backup power to the City of Hamilton’s water plant.

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Hamilton Community Center menu

Wed, 07/01/2026 - 06:04

Hamilton Community Center is open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Blood drive slated for July 16

Wed, 07/01/2026 - 06:04

Blood donors help people hurt in car wrecks, children fighting cancer, new moms having difficult deliveries, burn patients and older Texans with age-related health issues. Hamilton Healthcare System and Carter BloodCare are teaming up to replenish community blood supply.

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Wed, 07/01/2026 - 06:04

Summer Music Camp starts June 29 First Baptist Church Summer Music Camp will be held on June 29-July 3 from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. PreK-12 grades are welcome.

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Hamilton Sidewalk Reconstruction Project set to begin the week of July 6

Wed, 07/01/2026 - 06:04

Hamilton, Texas — The City of Hamilton will begin the first phase of its Downtown Revitalization Sidewalk Reconstruction Project during the week of July 6. The first phase of construction will include: North Bell Street – east side of the street from Ross Street to Henry Street South Bell Street – east side of the street from Main Street to Leslie Street This project is designed to improve pedestrian safety, accessibility and the appearance of Hamilton’s downtown while preserving and enhancing the community’s historic business district.