COUNTY LIFE
Foster families in short supply across Montague County
An informational meeting for potential foster families in Montague County is planned for 6 p.m. on Feb. 13 in the Children’s Advocacy Center, 506 Hulme, Bowie.
Montague County is in need of additional foster families for local children to be able to stay in the county and remain in their current schools.
Lorra Lierly, chairman of the Montague County Child Welfare Board, said there are simply not enough foster families in the county to cover the needs.
“If this is something you have been considering please come to this meeting and learn about the process. It is purely information and no sign-up is required. Please some and find out about the program,” said Lierly.
According to the chairman the number of children in foster family care in the county runs about an average of 60. However, Lierly says they have only seven to 10 families in the county when they need 15 to 20.
When asked about what may be the obstacle to not getting more families, Lierly is uncertain.
“It could be the process, but the board is here to help with that. Foster families have a home inspection and are fingerprinted for a background check. We can help with some of those services and fees,” said Lierly.
The Feb. 13 informational meeting will be conducted by all three child placing agencies: A World for Children, New Horizons and Presbyterian Children’s Home.
For more information call Lierly at 940-867-4483.
National Weather Service Fort Worth report: We’re closing down the work week with another round of HOT and DRY weather. Much of the area will see an elevated fire weather threat again today! A Heat Advisory remains in effect through 8 pm this evening. More heat headlines likely this weekend and early next week
It’s time once again for the Montague County Cemetery Board Fish Fry.
The fish fry will begin serving at 5 p.m. on Aug. 22 at the Forestburg Community Center. The price is $10 per person for all you can eat, and child’s plate for 12 and under is $5. Take-out is also available.
The meal will consist of locally caught crappie and catfish, French fries, beans, hushpuppies, coleslaw and all the trimmings and homemade desserts.
The main purpose of the Montague County Cemetery Board is to look after the county’s abandoned cemeteries. The county has between 50 and 60 abandoned cemeteries. Cleaning a cemetery typically cost between $1,500 and $2,000. Any help is greatly appreciated. Help can be monetary, but it can also be as simple as reporting a suspected lost cemetery, allowing access to the cemetery, or spending a day alongside others cleaning. Volunteers are always welcome.
Another goal of the Cemetery Board is to obtain Historical Status from the Texas Historical Commission for the abandoned cemeteries. This status records the cemetery with both the county and state. It helps to protect them for years to come.
Leadership Montague County is now accepting applications for its upcoming class. Deadline to submit an application is Sept. 1.
Individuals who are interested in strengthening their leadership skills, expanding their knowledge of Montague County and building lasting professional and community relationships are encouraged to apply.
The program is a nine-month leadership development program consisting of nine, one-day, monthly meetings. Participants will explore topics including local government, agriculture, education, healthcare, business and industry, public safety, economic development and community leadership through interactive sessions and site visits. The group will be traveling to Austin in the spring to visit with the legislators and senators and to see how they work for the county residents.
Leadership Montague County is designed for emerging and established leaders who have a desire to become more involved in improving the quality of life throughout Montague County.
Class size is limited, and early application is encouraged. For additional information or to request an application, contact: Leadership Montague County, j-hansard@tamu.edu or call 940-894-2831
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