A Memorial Day ceremony was held outside at the county courthouse. It was very well-attended, the weather was beautiful, and many local elected officials and community leaders took part in honoring those who had lost their lives in service to this country.
The photo of the crowd will show many well recognized faces. Commissioners and judges, well-known volunteers and business owners are there.
•Inspiring Hope Community Outreach held its monthly service at Woodland Park Nursing Home and Rehab on Thursday morning. The group engaged the residents with music, quotes from the New Testament and a short talk from Dr. Anita Wright. Snacks and drinks were served, and everyone enjoyed the visit. This group will have a summer break and meet again in September.
•First Baptist Church in Shepherd was filled with family and friends on Saturday, in honor of the life of Shirley Rand. She will be missed by many. She was a teacher for 41 years and many of her pupils spoke about the great influence she had on them. Her name will be forever linked with her work helping those in need. The food pantry by the church bears her name; she worked tirelessly to make a new place for this.
•The SJC Animal Rescue Shelter on FM 2025 in Coldspring has dogs for adoption. Hours for adopting a dog or puppy are weekdays 1-5:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday hours are 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Volunteers are always welcomed to help in the shelter. Call (936) 653-2285 for information.
•July 4th will be a big day for our county There will be many celebrations and Shepherd as always will have a Big Bash at the Community Center and under the Pavilion roof outside.
The American Legion will open with the Flag and MIA ceremony at 2 p.m. There will be games, music from DJ Karaoke Joe, songs by Gregg Cones, dancing from The Hot Steppers and of course vendors inside and outside the Center. We will have comments and speeches (short ones) from some community leaders throughout the afternoon and evening. Fireworks will start at 9 p.m. and will be the best yet.
They have always been wonderful, and Mr. Guzman promises something special this year, our country's 250th birthday. Vendor forms are on the website and available at Shepherd Library. Call me if you have a problem.
Contact the Shepherd Chamber of Commerce at (210) 995-7420 or the Coldspring Chamber at (936) 653-2184.
Yvonne Cones is president of the Shepherd Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Coldspring Chamber of Commerce.
