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FISH FRY

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Hamilton turned out in droves Sunday to support the Ceresini family fish fry to help the family while John Ceresini battles lymphoma. Above, Abby Killian delivers to Cindy and Tommy McKay’s truck. Below, fish fryers prepared 300 pounds of fish in the courtyard of The Grain. Staff Photos

Hamilton Mayor McInnis passes after brief illness

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Hamilton Mayor Jim McInnis passed away unexpectedly Sunday night, his family confirmed Monday.

Don’t be tricked by COVID

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Given the choice between trick or treat, Halloween revelers are advised to choose treats and not take chances with what’s left of 2020.

Board upholds 14 days

Hamilton Independent School District board of trustees discussed but took no action in Monday’s special called meeting to alter the district’s Strong Start Plan COVID-19 protocols.

Bad moon risin’

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With not much else to do in 2020, lots of folks have taken to watching the sky.

Military, tip and prayer

Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday. Remember, FALL back.

Let’s talk about City water

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(Utility policies, procedures, and rates have changed over time to address changing conditions in our city. This is the third in a series of articles written to alleviate any misunderstandings or confusion about those changes and to dispel the misinformation frequently posted on social media.)

Texan corps conducts retreat ceremony

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STEPHENVILLE — Tarleton State University and the Texan Corps of Cadets have brought back a long-standing tradition that embraces the university’s heritage and appreciation for military service while honoring the nation’s colors.

The third Monday of every month during the fall semester, excluding finals week, the Corps of Cadets conducts a Retreat ceremony at 5 p.m.

The U.S. flag is lowered at the flagpole in the center of the Stephenville campus in front of the E.J. Howell Education Building, World War I cannon and Alumni Island. Bugle calls are played and a cannon fired.

Imagine the Possibilities final installment Friday

This is the last week of Hamilton Historic Main Street’s “Imagine the Possibilities” tour.

Be sure to look this Friday, Oct. 23, for the release of the video showcasing 108 N. Bell Street, which you can see on www.hamiltontexas. com or on Hamilton Historic Main Street’s Facebook page.

Enrollment begins for safety-net crops

WASHINGTON – Agricultural producers can now make elections and enroll in the Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage programs for the 2021 crop year. The signup period opened Tuesday, Oct. 13. These key U.S. Department of Agriculture safety-net programs help producers weather fluctuations in either revenue or price for certain crops, and more than $5 billion in payments are in the process of going out to producers who signed up for the 2019 crop year.