COUNTY LIFE
Pandemic stress can impact families, individuals
The COVID-19 pandemic is putting unprecedented stress on people. Here is some information from the National Domestic Violence Hotline Report dated March 16-April 8 provided through Wise Hope Crisis Center.
On the social media site, Facebook, much has been said about the possibility of children being subjected to abuse due to being at home during this pandemic and its quarantine. The National Domestic Violence Hotline organization has put out recent numbers to bear out the truth of that thought:
Between March 1 and April 8, of all the calls the NDVH received, 2,697of those calls cited COVID19 as a factor in the current abuse and/or a barrier to accessing safety.
Staggering, isn’t it? Sad, frustrating, and, most possibly, a deep feeling of helplessness to the average person. However, the truth is, one person can help, is able to make a difference.
If you suspect someone is being hurt, reaching out for help is a much better decision than not reaching out.
If the situation seems potentially dangerous, CALL 911.
If the need is for information, support, and possible safe shelter, call 940-531-4003, 24 hours a day.
Those with questions or concerns about these issues can visit the Wise Hope Crisis Center office in Bowie at 1123 State Highway 59N.
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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