COUNTY LIFE
Bowie area author releases new book
Meet local Bowie author, Stan Briney and get your personalized copy of his newest book, “Wheels in the Dust,” from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Sept. 8 at the Bowie Public Library.
Briney’s sixth novel is an action-packed, dramatic story that will take you on a virtual non-stop day and night stagecoach ride alongside the sacks of the U.S. Mail over the legendary 2,800-mile John Butterfield Overland mail route from Saint Louis to San Francisco during 1857 and 1858.
According to the book’s publisher, “this is a graphic and gripping story based on documented history that should keep the reader’s attention riveted to its last page.”
“You will share the interaction of the real and research historic individuals with my fictional characters during the creation and use of this epic route while characters during the creation and use of this epic route while the characters share their enormous trials while trying to complete the momentous and critically important American undertaking,” said Briney.
In addition to being a prolific author, Briney is an award-winning professional artist and sculptor. His illustrations and bronze sculptures can be found in private art collections, homes, offices and schools throughout the United States.
Read more about the author in your mid-week News.
COUNTY LIFE
Bowie, Nocona libraries wrap up summer reading this week
Local libraries wrap up their children’s summer reading programs this week.
The Bowie Public Library brings the popular Creature Teacher with all their spectacular animals for the final event on July 23 at the Bowie Community Center.
The program begins at 10 am. The children also will receive their prize books for their summer logs.
The Nocona Public Library ends its program at 10 a.m. on July 24 at the H.J. Justin Building at 100 Clay Street. The program will be “Our Own Action Heroes -” Nocona fire, police and EMTs.
Top photo – Smokey Bear visiting Bowie last week at summer reading.
COUNTY LIFE
Color added to outside kennels at Bowie Animal Shelter
Rachel and Roger Whitaker gave this metal storage container a fresh look with this colorful mural at the Bowie Animal Shelter. (Photo by Barbara Green)
COUNTY LIFE
Youngsters attend swimming lessons this week
Swim lessons for youngsters of all ages were conducted the past two weeks at the city pool. It was a good place to be during this summer heat. See more photos in the weekend News. (Photos by Barbara Green)
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