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Saint Jo VFD announces fireworks’ show sponsor packages

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The Saint Jo Volunteer Fire Department, which presents one of the largest fireworks celebrations in the area each July 4, has released information on new sponsorship levels. However, it is emphasized all donations to support this community event are welcome and encouraged.
Blue sponsorship at $100 – the donor will receive two free meals, two free snow cones and name announced as a sponsor throughout the day.
White sponsorship at $250 – the donor will receive four free meals, four free snow cones, four posters with your name at high traffic area and name announced as a sponsor throughout the day.
Red sponsorship at $500 – The donor receives six free meals, six free snow cones, six posters with their name at high traffic areas, name announced as a sponsor throughout the day and business card, if available, handed out with each meal.
Those with questions may contact Britney Thomas at 903-870-8338.
The Saint Jo Community Fireworks show takes place in Boggess Park each July 4 with a full slated of activities throughout the afternoon and evening, climaxed by the fireworks show.

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Veteran’s Day activities planned

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There will be a Veteran’s Day fundraiser honoring all who served from noon to 4:30 p.m. on Nov. 9 at 100 Baylor.
Celebrate this special day with a block walk 1/2K for a $20 entry. Participants will receive refreshments at the halfway point. Participation prices for walking.
Kids are invited to dress patriotically and enjoy a bounce house, games and face painting. Soda and kid-friend drinks will be available.
Additional information on vendor space can be seen at the The V’s Facebook page.

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County Veteran’s Day program on Nov. 11

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The staff of the Montague County Veteran’s Service office will host a Veteran’s Day program at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 at the courthouse annex in Montague.

The public is invited to attend this program and visit the county veteran’s memorial on the courthouse square honoring those who served.

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Remember to fall back on Saturday night for Sunday time change

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Daylight Saving Time ends on Nov. 3, so before you go to bed Saturday night move your clocks back one hour.
There have been efforts to get the time change thrown out, but it continues to be in governmental limbo.
What is the future of daylight saving time? On March 15, 2022, the U.S. Senate passed a bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent. But it will not become law until the House of Representatives votes and the president signs off.
The Sunshine Protection Act, stalled in 2023. A group of senators reintroduced the bill again this year and it has been referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation to review and it is stuck in committee.
This time change also is a good time to change out the batteries in your smoke alarms to be set for the next year.

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