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Fall Break Fun Starts at Hamilton Public Library

Wed, 09/30/2026 - 09:16

Fall break is here, and Hamilton Public Library is ready to make the most of it! With school out on Friday, Oct. 2, and Monday, Oct. 5, there are plenty of opportunities for kids — and kids at heart — to learn, create and have a little fun.

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Voter registration deadline nearing

Wed, 09/30/2026 - 09:16

By Gary Borders The deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 3 general election is Oct.

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Honor a veteran with American Legion program

Wed, 09/30/2026 - 09:16

Hamilton County American Legion Post 222 is taking orders for commemorative brick pavers to be included in the Veterans Memorial. Any veteran can be honored with an engraved brick paver, regardless of when or where they served or where they lived.

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City Council approves new ’26-‘27 budget, tax rate, EDC budget

Wed, 09/30/2026 - 09:16

The Hamilton City Council unanimously approved the proposed 2026-27 tax rate and fiscal year budget at their special called city council meeting last Friday. A public hearing was called but there were no attendees, therefore the council proceeded to the roll call vote.

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National Hono Society Selections

Wed, 09/30/2026 - 09:16

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Early Voting, Election Day Information:

Wed, 09/30/2026 - 09:16

It is voting season again with the November 2026 General Election fast approaching. This year, there are several highly-contested federal and state races.

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St. Paul’s to celebrate 140 years

Wed, 09/23/2026 - 05:44

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church as it sits today. The church in Aleman turns 140 this year. The anniversary will be celebrated on Sunday, Sept. 27. Photos by Kim Tyson

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Aleman is adding to its legacy as they prepare to celebrate 140 years of history.

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City advancing through sidewalk improvements

Wed, 09/23/2026 - 05:44

Pictured is Mayor Pro-Tem Doug Baker, City Manager Nayda Santana, Executive Assistant to the City Manager Brooke Waters, Public Works Director Clay Boatwright, Streets Supervisor Benito Martinez, Pape-Dawson Project Manager Trevor Riek, and Pape-Dawson Project Engineer Tyler Campbell. Photo by Mark Henry

The City of Hamilton was awarded a Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Transportation Alternatives (TA) grant in 2023 to replace sidewalks around the downtown square. The project will improve pedestrian safety and accessibility while enhancing connectivity in the area. Funding includes $1,580,203 in federal funds and a local match of $395,051, which will be provided by the Hamilton Economic Development Corporation (EDC). The City applied for the grant and will hold the contract with TxDOT.

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Harvest Festival 2026 set for First United Methodist Church

Wed, 09/23/2026 - 05:44

FUMC’s Annual Harvest Festival will be here before we know it. Mark your calendars for Friday & Saturday, Oct.

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Community appreciation dinner slated for firefighters

Wed, 09/23/2026 - 05:44

A community appreciation dinner for Hamilton County volunteer firefighters and their families will be held Saturday, September 26, at 5:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Hamilton Youth & Family Life Center, located at 220 S. Bell St. in Hamilton.

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