Shepherd Chamber of Commerce
Shepherd Chamber of Commerce
16 N. Liberty St, Shepherd, TX 77371
210-995-7420
Did You Know?
by
Yvonne Cones
Both political parties had 'Meet The Candidates' events on Tuesday evening last week. At the Shelter in Coldspring the event was recorded by Ray McCoppin and interviewer Robert Duke for the SJC TV, also on Facebook. There were over 20 candidates, many incumbents have challengers, and tables were often loaded with tempting goodies to eat! Gayle Booth, pictured in the photo with Marc Nettuno and Robert Duke, and her fellow workers made the evening a success. For a full list of all candidates go to the web site .
Don't forget the Reagan/Trump Dinner is nearly here on January 31. Call 832-656-4092 or San Jacinto County Republican Party web site.
At Coldspring Community Center the SJC Democrats held a similar meeting but the candidates each had the stage for a time to put forward their campaigns. Newly elected County Chair Benita Malone introduced each one and there was time for questions and answers. Paul Thomasson running for Texas Senate, Dawn Marshall and Caitlin Rourke for US Congress, Dana Van De Walker for State Board of Education and Valerie Barton for District 8 are featured in the photo. Early voting for the Primaries starts on February 17 ends February 27. The election is on March 3.
There is another election for our county, "The Best of San Jacinto" gives our community a chance to vote for their favorite businesses, people, non-profits and more. Coldspring Chamber of Commerce have a new way of voting on line but you can still get a paper ballot by collecting one from them or downloading one. First you are asked to nominate your favorites, you have until January 30 to this. Email the chamber or call them for details if needed. Voting will begin on February 2 till February 27. As always winners will be announced at the Chamber Banquet, details later.
The SJC Historical Commission sponsored the Fish Friday Lunch at the Coldspring Senior Center last week. Some members could not be there due to work obligations but Board members Dale Everitt, Tony Sewell, Debby Landry and my husband Gregg Cones and myself were there to enjoy the meal. The table was decorated by Johnne Engelmann who also made the lovely runners for New Year's Lunch.
The Coldspring Senior Center will have a Valentine's Day Dinner Dance on February 14. Tickets are on sale now at the Center. Administrator Charline Smith and the Center Board are organizing many events for the new year. Look at the Facebook page and on line for news and collect a monthly calendar of all meals to be served each day.
Both Libraries, Coldspring and Shepherd, have events coming up. The Princess Tea Party at Coldspring and the Annual Tea Party (with a hat!) at Shepherd will take place . Coldspring will be on February 28, two seatings and please reserve your places. Shepherd's is Friday January 23 at 2 PM- 3 PM.
Do you have a home grown business? Do you make, bake, create or supply produce, any items whatever you would like to sell at the Shepherd Library Park once a month on Saturday? Text Shepherd Chamber if you want to be part of this new venture. This will be a Farmer's Market type of venue and will not be on the first of the month.
I have been asked when will the new Tractor Supply open in Shepherd? I was told by the manager that they are are aiming for mid February. when I am informed I will make sure to let you know.
Coldspring Chamber of Commerce
31 N. Butler St., Coldspring, TX 77331
936-653-2184
The Republican event was recorded by Ray McCoppin with interviews led by Robert Duke
SJC Historical Commission sponsored Fish Friday at the Coldspring Senior Center
Democratic "Meet The Candidates" event guest speakers
"Meet The Candidates" at Coldspring Shelter last week