The first face I want to see

Frances Jane (Fanny) Crosby, (1820-1915) has been referred to as the “Mother of modern congregational singing in America.

Making disciples

“Let all that you do be done in love.” (1 Corinthians 16:14) Every church has a goal, and the goal is to: Love God, love people and make disciples. The methodology of each church might be different, but the initial goal is the same.

AWARD

St. John’s United Methodist Church was given the Small Church Award at the Texas Annual Conference in Houston on June 10. The church was nominated for the award by Rev. Kip Gilts. St.

4-H record book awards

Milam County 4-H works all throughout their 4-H year to complete record books and one day prepare for scholarships. These record books include their 4-H project experience, 4-H leadership and community service, non-4-H involvement (awards, leadership and service) and college preparedness.

Best practice for ant control

Ants are one of the most common pests in residential spaces. They can pose a threat to pets, children and be a nuisance in general. It is important to maintain proper control protocols in order to prevent ant populations from getting out of hand.

What to know about melons

Thumping. Shaking. Lifting. You have probably seen people using these methods to select a watermelon, but do they really work? Following the steps below will help you choose a melon that is perfect. Use your eyes. Look the melon over before you select it. The melon should be firm and symmetrical.

Big day at the Taphouse

East Bell Taphouse was the setting for a Ford Bronco enthusiast event and a youth sports league fundraiser on Saturday where money was raised for girls' softball, boys' baseball, youth football and cheer, Wake Aquatics and youth soccer, and featured a silent auction (left), sloppy joe meals, a cash...

LOOKING BACK

100 YEARS AGO The feature of the primary election as applied to Milam County lies in the fact that every county officer who had an opponent, regardless of the length of time that officer had served, was swept from his office by a decisive majority. Y.A.

A main dish and two sides

Kyle’s Kitchen I’ve been seeing a lot of freshly harvested yellow squash in the grocery store lately. Here’s a good casserole that doesn’t have any cream of whatever soup in it. It’s still not healthy but it does use real ingredients.

MARC’s big bingo party

MARC held their annual bingo party last Tuesday evening and everyone went home a winner of a gift basket. They also had a homemade barbeque dinner with brisket and sausage, corn casserole, chips and ice cream with lots of toppings for dessert.