COUNTY LIFE
Saint Jo VFD announces fireworks’ show sponsor packages
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.
COUNTY LIFE
Water wells, water system need check before winter freeze arrives
As North Texas finally transitions towards cooler temperatures, community water needs change as well.
Preparing your home for freezing temperatures can save time and money, especially with meteorologists expecting El Nino to bring wintry weather to the Southwest United States. Use these tips from the Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District to winterize your house and well, all while saving a few gallons.
Now is the time to check fixtures in your home for leaks or moisture loss.
Read the full story in the weekend Bowie News.
COUNTY LIFE
Christmas greetings and Santa letters inside your weekend Bowie News.
In today’s edition enjoy the funny and touching letters to Santa submitted by children from across Montague County. Businesses also thank their customers for their patronage this past year with holiday greetings.
COUNTY LIFE
First day of winter arrives
It’s here, the first day of winter marked by the winter solstice at 4:21 a.m. on Dec. 21.
The winter solstice is the day with the fewest hours of sunlight throughout the year, making it the “shortest day” of the year. Thankfully, after the winter solstice the days begin to grow longer and longer again and until the summer solstice, the first day of summer and the longest day of the year
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