COUNTY LIFE
Bowie area author releases new book
Meet local Bowie author, Stan Briney and get your personalized copy of his newest book, “Wheels in the Dust,” from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Sept. 8 at the Bowie Public Library.
Briney’s sixth novel is an action-packed, dramatic story that will take you on a virtual non-stop day and night stagecoach ride alongside the sacks of the U.S. Mail over the legendary 2,800-mile John Butterfield Overland mail route from Saint Louis to San Francisco during 1857 and 1858.
According to the book’s publisher, “this is a graphic and gripping story based on documented history that should keep the reader’s attention riveted to its last page.”
“You will share the interaction of the real and research historic individuals with my fictional characters during the creation and use of this epic route while characters during the creation and use of this epic route while the characters share their enormous trials while trying to complete the momentous and critically important American undertaking,” said Briney.
In addition to being a prolific author, Briney is an award-winning professional artist and sculptor. His illustrations and bronze sculptures can be found in private art collections, homes, offices and schools throughout the United States.
Read more about the author in your mid-week News.
These new flag poles were installed at the military markers located near the Bowie Senior Citizens Center in Pelham Park. They were purchased by the Bowie Parks Board. (Photo by Barbara Green)
Hey kids, it’s time to get your letters ready for Santa Claus!
The Bowie News invites families to submit their letters to Santa for publication in the Dec. 21 edition. Forms are available on our Facebook page and at bowienewsonline.com.
Print out a form and drop it off in Santa’s mailbox at the News office, 200 Walnut Street or in one of the school Santa boxes across the county.
Deadline to send in a letter is Dec. 4. While this may seem early there are hundreds of letters to type and then they have to ship off to the North Pole for the Big Guy to read.
A new mayor and two returning aldermen took the oath of office on Nov. 13 for the Saint Jo City Council.
The three races were uncontested during the recent election. Kelly Williamson will take over as mayor, as Colton Thomas and Melissa McPherson continue in their places. Thomas was elected to be mayor pro tem.
Aldermen took care of numerous organizational tasks related to its economic development boards and the council. Former Mayor Shawn Anderson and Hennessey were removed from city-related accounts, with the new mayor and mayor pro tem and McPherson were added to the city accounts.
Read the full story in your weekend Bowie News.
Pictured: New officers took the oath this week: Councilors Colton Thomas and Melissa McPherson, new Mayor Kelly Williamson and outgoing mayor Shawn Armstrong. (Courtesy photo)
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