COUNTY LIFE
Illinois Bend School gets state historical marker
Bright sunshine and a clear blue sky were the order of the day for the crowd of 75 who gathered for the dedication of the Texas Historical Commission Marker awarded to the Illinois Bend School.
Six former students, Don Castle, Norene Dowd, Myrt Dunbar, Marcia Sewell Groves, Charlene Lyons and Pauline Parker were honored guests. They came well-supplied with their own personal memories of “School Days at the Bend.”
The sound of school bells, stirrings of nostalgia and a healthy dose of respect and awe, filled the pavilion as the story of life at the “Bend” and the progress of education and culture in the community was rolled out of history for all to hear and ponder
The Illinois Bend Community Club proudly conducted this milestone event and the Montague County Historical Commission happily joined in the effort for the dedication program.
Pictured: Six former students of the Illlinois Bend School attended the ceremony including: Don Castle, Norene Dowd, Myrt Dunbar, Marcia Sewell Groves, Charlene Lyons and Pauline Parker. All were honored guests. (courtesy)
Read the full story in the mid-week News.
Catholic Charities Fort Worth joins the Montague County Veteran’s Service office staff for an outreach program from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on July 1 at the courthouse. A light lunch will be provided.
The VSO is the gateway to veteran benefits and support in Montague County. Veterans can meet with a Catholic Charities case manager on site.
If you are seeking assistance please bring a valid photo ID, documentation of any income you’re receiving, a copy of your DD-214 and a copy of the bill you are requesting assistance with.
Those with questions may call the VSO office at 894-6171 or visit CatholicCharitiesNW.org.
Due to high lake levels at Lake Amon G. Carter, the Jim Bowie Days Association organizers announced Friday the tournament has been postponed and a new date will be named soon.
Texas AgriLife Extension will host a July workshop on July 26, Preserving the Harvest, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the United Presbyterian Church of Montague County, 300 W. Nelson.
This four-part series will teach and review the food preservation processes including water bathing, pickling, dehydrating and pressure canning. This program will have both education and hands-on activities with take-home practice.
Seating is limited so call the extension office to register at 894-4831.
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