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Hey! Hay for Heroes is headed this way

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Hay for Heroes is headed to Hamilton this October.

Originally introduced to Hamilton as a fundraiser for the library, Hay for Heroes will raise funds for the American Legion Cunningham Post #222 Memorial Monument this year.

“Friends of Hamilton Public Library have generously loaned their annual fundraiser to the American Legion this year,” said organizer Robert Self.

Great Texas Birding Classic yields $1million in grant awards

AUSTIN—At the close of the biggest, longest, wildest birdwatching tournament in the country, organizers of the Great Texas Birding Classic announced a huge philanthropic milestone. Thanks to Texans who have been forming teams for a quarter-century to watch and listen for as many species of birds as possible, funds raised for conservation projects has topped $1 million.

“As the tournament continues to grow, we look forward to donating even more towards habitat conservation projects in Texas,” said Shelly Plante, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Nature Tourism Manager.

Youth hunter course July 27

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service office of Brown County has announced a hunter education classroom course for novice or young hunters ages 9 to 17.

The course will be held July 27 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Brownwood Claybird Club, 5875 CR 225, next to Brownwood Country Club.

“The course covers the core competencies of firearm and hunting safety, hunting ethics and wildlife conservation,” said Scott Anderson, AgriLife Extension agent for Brown County.

Cody Ohl hospitalized

Six-Time World Champion PRCA tie-down calf roper Cody Ohl has suffered a major setback after developing sepsis after knee surgery.

Sepsis, a potentially life-threatening condition that occurs when the body responds to an infection, has Ohl fighting for his life.

Ohl is a long-time resident of Hico and a graduate of Hico High School.

An account has been set up at MCBank in Hico to help the family with medical expenses. Donations may also be taken to the MCBank in Hamilton.

Ohl will be inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame this week.

OFFICERS- American Legion Cunningham

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OFFICERS- American Legion Cunningham Post #222 held a ceremony Monday evening for outgoing officers and swearing in of new officers, l-r Chaplain Ira Kerby, 1st Vice Commander Bob Self, Commander Darryl Moore, Adjutant/ Finance Officer Glenn Jones, 2nd Vice Commander Dewayne Cowart, Judge Advocate Robert Jackson and Historian Paul Baines. 

GO DOGS!

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Casey Ann Templeton and Luci Hill practice a Bulldog cheer Monday in the Hamilton High School Larry Eilers Gymnasium during HHS cheerleaders’ annual cheer camp.

4-H plans Fun Day

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Hamilton County 4-H will have a Fun Day July 27 at 5 p.m. at Hamilton City Pool. Youth are invited to learn about wildlife and enjoy a swim day. Hot dogs will be served.

Pool available for adults most mornings

Adult swim time is Tuesday through Friday at the Hamilton City Pool from 10 to 11 a.m.

Krueger/Sommerfeld reunion Saturday at Jonesboro center

The annual Krueger/Sommerfeld Reunion will be held on July 10 at the Jonesboro Community Center beginning at 4 p.m. A pot luck meal will be served at 6 p.m. followed by a live auction.

Stretchology classes now at St. Mary’s

Saint Mary’s Anglican Church hosts Stretchology with Christie every Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. in the parish hall. Parking is in the North side parking lot. Classes are $5. Please bring your yoga mat and join us for a time of stretching and relaxation.