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July Jam welcomes almost 200 for chicken meal and fiddling fun

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The annual July Jam was hosted Saturday night serving nearly 200 meals to guests who enjoyed a large slate of musicians, plus a chicken dinner, homemade baked goods and the silent auction. (Top) Mildred McCraw shared her “chicken hat” joy with an audience member as they hit the dance floor for a few steps.

A large crowd attended the July Jam Saturday. (Photos by Barbara Green)
Getting your bid in for the silent auction.
Western swing and Texas music also joined the array of fiddlers Saturday night. July Jam is a fundraiser for the Chicken and Bread Days Fiddle Contest on Oct. 7.
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Veteran’s Outreach planned July 1

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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.

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JBD Bass Tournament postponed

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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.

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AgriLife Extension hosting preserving the harvest workshop

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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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