Newsletter Mid Week

Commissioners Court reviews pending event funds and grant issues

GLEN ROSE- At the recent Somervell County Commissioners Court meeting, Jennifer Webb, from Webb Roping Productions and Ultimate Calf Roping, addressed the court to clarify unpaid hosting fees and grant reimbursements related to their events held at the Somervell County Expo Center. The events in question included calf roping finals held in May 2023 and additional events in July and November.

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Chamber launches new website to better support businesses and community

GLEN ROSE — The Glen Rose Somervell County Chamber of Commerce recently unveiled a new website designed to enhance member engagement, streamline event promotion, and provide the community with easy job listings. Chamber President Brian Thomas introduced the new platform at the group's December luncheon before the holidays, crediting its development to Pastor James Oliver of Cornerstone Church.

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Green: A Christmas memory

I miss the Christmases of yesteryear … the ones with shopping malls laden with twinkling lights, luscious trees covered with shiny ornaments, festively wrapped gifts with voluptuous bows, Christmas carols playing over the buzz of shoppers . .

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