This week’s Remember Well is in honor of Mingus, Texas and the Trio Club’s revival there (see feature story on page A4). The photo, taken around 1902, was provided to the Portal to Texas History by the Palo Pinto County Historical Association.
Sometime in the early 1960s, I was in Germany serving my country as a U.S. Army helicopter pilot. One day I was given a mission to fly an infantry squad to a location near the east-west German border.
MINERAL WELLS — Six times a year, hundreds of large American flags affixed to tall silver poles pop up outside Mineral Wells homes and businesses. You might be one who wonders where did those flags come from, and who put them there? They represent Rotary Club of Mineral Wells’ flag subscription service, and if your home or business is not a subscriber, or you need to renew your subscription, the time is now to get on the list for 2023.
Happy New Year! Welcome back to Teens Square everyone. I hope you all had a wonderful winter vacation and I wish you luck with getting up early for school again after the break.
To top off 2022, Mineral Wells Senior Center had a fantastic birthday party for Dan Jordan, Joyce Ross and Lee Betson. That same evening, a dance was held with music by Heart Song DJ, Kim Duley.
– Palo Pinto County Humane Society Mtg. 5:30 p.m. at You Maka Me Hot Coffee/You Maka Me Sweet Candy across from the Baker Hotel. All those interested in animal welfare are welcome! Contact PPC Humane Society VP Crystal Cameron at 214-906-4563.
Your angle of attack in a golf swing is defined by the upward or downward motion of the clubhead as it approaches the ball. Having a downward angle of attack with your irons can significantly help increase distance.
Reminder! The Gordon Lady Longhorns are gearing up to play the Strawn Lady Greyhounds in a couple of weeks and recognize a special group of Lady Longhorn ballers. The 2003 Lady ‘Horns were State semifinalists and as we approach the 20th anniversary of that big season, the current Lady ‘Horns organization will be honoring them following their game against Strawn on January 13. Gordon Athletics ask that the public come to help cheer on the current Lady Longhorns and celebrate the alumni team and the anniversary of their achievements!
While some dogs shed yearround, others shed seasonally during fall and spring months, in preparation for winter and summer weather. Although shedding is a natural process, there are ways to reduce shedding and keep loose hair to a minimum, which can improve your dog’s skin and coat health.