Lifestyle
FOURTH ANNIVERSARY
In conjunction with Main Street’s Market Days held the second Saturday of each month in historic downtown Hamilton, a pair of local businesses, including Texas Rose Tattoo Commission and The Black Sheep Mercantile, hosted customers, friends, local residents and visitors in celebrating their fourth anniversary. “The event included classic cars, food, music, local shopping and an opportunity for the community to come together,” said Amy Cowart, who owns and operates the two businesses with her husband Shawn Warcot. The couple made the decision to relocate to Hamilton from California. “Over the past four years, we’ve enjoyed meeting so many wonderful people, restoring an old farmhouse, opening our businesses, and doing our best to contribute to Hamilton’s downtown and local events,” she said. “Like many small business owners, we’ve experienced the challenges and rewards of starting over, investing in a small Texas town, becoming part of the local community and creating a place where people can gather.” Pictured right (l-r), Maisyn Norton, Chamber Manager Tamara Timmons, Kensli Timmons and dad Chad stopped in for the celebration and got to watch artists Steve Varner and Katie Roa in action. Pictured below with his son Rusty, Alex Catoe’s 1964 Corvair Monza was on display during the car show.
Create, craft and connect at Hamilton Public Library this July
Get creative with a variety of hands-on art and craft programs throughout July at Hamilton Public Library. From watercolor painting and paper quilling to jewelry making and fiber arts, there’s something for every age and skill level.
54th annual Dove Festival parade to honor America’s 250th anniversary
The 54th Annual Dove Fest Parade is officially in motion with a date set for Sept. 5 and a theme in place.
Texas vets say watch your pets
The Texas Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA) is alerting Texas pet owners that New World Screwworm (NWS) has been confirmed in Texas, the first detection in the United States since the pest was eradicated in 1966. NWS flies lay eggs in wounds or skin openings of mammals, and their larvae feed on living tissue, which can cause severe damage and even death if left untreated.
Birth announcement Ellie Mae James
Justin James and Arora Thompson of Jonesboro announce the birth of their daughter, Ellie Mae James. Ellie Mae was born on May 17 at Coryell Memorial Hospital Emergency Room.
Leave ’em alone
Most wild babies don’t need your help
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