Life Archived
Travelers to Cambodia making stop in Korea
There may be a multitude of peace-loving Americans praying that the recent threats coming out of North Korea are resolved without any sort of violence or bloodshed, but Granbury resident Billy Martin has a more immediate reason to call on help from above.
Martin was scheduled to leave today from Incheon International Airport in South Korea, about 30 miles west of Seoul, as he makes his way to Cambodia for a third consecutive year to teach English and the Bible to Koreans.… Read the rest
Two Granbury residents honored by Texas DAR
State Senator Brian Birdwell (R-Granbury) and Dr. Charles O’Toole, D.O., also of Granbury, were recently honored for their “extraordinary qualities of leadership, service and patriotism” by the Texas Society Daughters of the American Revolution at its 114th Conference in Houston.
Birdwell was keynote speaker during the conference’s National Defense banquet and was presented the DAR’s most prestigious award – the DAR Medal of Honor.… Read the rest
Life affirming week
Executive Director Betty Petty (left) and DeDe Litke, RN, (right) both on staff at the Brazos Pregnancy Center/Clinic, were recently special guests of State Representative Jim Keffer (R-Eastland) on the floor of the Texas House in Austin. Keffer presented a resolution recognizing the works and importance of the Brazos Pregnancy Clinic as an advocate for women and families facing unplanned pregnancies and crisis.… Read the rest
Let your voice be heard
Tuesday, April 9, was Blue Ribbon Lobby Day, a statewide event with citizens visiting their legislators voicing concerns about state and local issues. Members of Texas Democratic Women of Hood County visited the offices of Sen. Brian Birdwell (R-Granbury) and Rep. Jim Keffer (R-Eastland) to discuss issues of concern. From left: President Rose Simpson, Vice President Mary Biggerstaff, member Linda Boysen, Sen.… Read the rest
Love those bracelets
Paula Wilson, (right), is giving back to the community with a labor of love. The resident of Granbury Care Center made 900 bracelets to give to Ruth’s Place. “The community is so generous in giving to the residents of Granbury Care Center,” said Wilson. “ I wanted to give something back.” She makes an average of 30 bracelets a day with various colors of beads.… Read the rest
Father of Sen. Cruz to speak at Tea Party meeting Thursday
Rafael Cruz, father of U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, will speak to the Hood County Tea Party on Thursday, April 25 at 6:45 p.m. at American Town Hall, 220 Travis St. Doors open at 6:15 p.m.
Rafael Cruz came to the United States at the age of 18 from Cuba. He had fought in Fidel Castro’s army starting at age 14. He was fighting for “hope and change” for his country.… Read the rest
Stepping outside comfort zone
“Out of Africa” is the theme for the April meeting of Granbury Christian Women’s Connection in the dining room at deCordova Bend Estates on Tuesday, April 23. The meeting will begin at 11 a.m. with lunch service starting at 11:15.
The main speaker is Meryl Bishop who originally hails from South Africa. She will talk about the excitement and adventure she discovered when she stepped out of her comfort zone.… Read the rest
Books galore at library sale
America’s Glorius Quilts? Signed books by John Graves? How about the Hunger Games Trilogy?
It could be a great weekend to shop for books.
Friends of the Library has its Spring Book Sale at the Hood County Library next weekend, April 26-28.
A selection of collector books will be offered at a silent auction on Friday and Saturday. The auction will end at 5 p.m.… Read the rest
Mission Granbury provides hope
Spring is in the air, a time for new growth and life, which spells hope! If we can’t provide hope to our clients then our purpose is futile.
Mission Granbury’s primary purpose is to “provide resources for individuals and families in need or crisis.” Hope should be equally as important as the services we provide our clients. … Read the rest
Pretty project
Pat McNeely (left) and Nell Haskins show their finished art projects from the April meeting of the Lipan Texas Extension Education Association Club. Local stained glass artist Pat DeGraeve showed the members how to make a stained glass mosaic. … Read the rest
