Museum news
The outside restoration of the Hamilton County Museum jail is complete! Members would like to thank the Hamilton County Commissioners Court for undertaking the project of restoring the out- side of our historical jail.
News
This Week in Texas History
The Spanish captain responsible for protecting the San Saba mission sensed grave danger on Mar. 10, 1758.
TSU gets new prez
Three bold initiatives. Three priorities for a transformative tomorrow. Three major announcements at this morning’s inauguration ceremony for Tarleton State University’s 16th president, Dr. James L. Hurley.
This Week in Texas History
The Borden County courthouse was the site of an anything-goes wrestling match on Feb. 27, 1904, with cowboys and sodbusters battling over dirt-cheap real estate in a once-in-a-lifetime sale.
Corona: Don’t panic
With COVID-19 topping the global news and cases growing in the U.S., panic seems to be spreading faster than the coronavirus itself.
Liao to play for Fling
John Liao’s name may sound familiar to anyone who enjoyed his melodic sounds at the 2002 and 2003 Spring Flings in Hamilton.
Happy birthday, Dr. Seuss!
OH THE PLACES YOU’LL GO- Stacy Raibourn’s pre-K class at Ann Whitney Elementary School is celebrating the birthday of Dr. Seuss this week. On Tuesday, they wore stripes and hats. The pre-K at St. John’s Lutheran Church also is celebrating and on Tuesday wore green. See more photos, Page 5. Staff Photo
Council ranks roads to repair
All roads led to the Hamilton City Council special session meeting last Thursday where the main topic was road improvement.
MARCH MADNESS
Circle T Arena will host the International Texas Longhorn Association’s March Madness Show this Saturday and Sunday. Spectators are invited to the halter show featuring the iconic Texas cattle breed, and longhorns will be in the main arena all day. There also will be miniature longhorns, games for kids, costumed events and an adult showmanship class. See story, Page 7.
HERE WE GO!
Hamilton Public Library’s expansion and renovation took on new shape Saturday morning when crews began rock work and pouring the slab for the patio and new addition. Work continues this week as the foundation sets, and iron work will likely begin on Friday. Donations are always appreciated.
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