AROUND TOWN (Sept. 21, 2022)
Fish Fry
Mark your calendar for Saturday, Sept 24, 2022, to join your candidates and friends at the Annual Falls County Republican Party Fish Fry at Tomlinson Hill Old Settlers and Veterans Campground. Meet your candidates for state and local office office. Senator Birdwell will be main speaker followed by other Republican leaders with answers to many of the questions concerning our country. Tickets are $25. Gates open at 5 p.m. Call (254) 203-9487 ext. 5 for reservations or more information. Catering by Albrights & Friends.
Meet and Greet
Meet and hear from the candidates running for State House District 13 and District 56.
On November 8, 2022, voters in Texas House District 13 and District 56 will elect a State Representative.
“We Deserve Better GPAC” and the Senate District 22 State Democratic Executive Committee Man, Thom Hanson, and McLennan County Democratic Chair Mark Hayes invite you and the public to attend the TXHD13 candidates debate on September 24, 2022, between Erin Shank (D) and Charles “Doc” Anderson (R), candidates for State House District 56. The debate will begin at 2:30 p.m. and will be followed by the State House District 13 debate, between Cedric Davis Sr. (D) and Angela Orr (R) which will begin at 4:30 pm. The debates will be held in the East Waco Multi-Purpose Center at 1020 Elm Ave, Waco. (Doors open at 2:00 pm). Both candidates for each district have been invited to participate.
The event is free and open to the public. The candidates will answer questions from the moderators, David Schleicher, a local lawyer and former elected at-large member of the Waco School Board and the legendary Hon. Judge Morris L. Overstreet, the first African American elected to statewide office in the history of Texas in 1990 when he was elected to the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, with our Host, Patricia Chisholm-Miller, Mclennan County Commissioner.
Come join us to see what the buzz is all about, it’s a wonderful opportunity for the voters to learn where these candidates stand on the issues facing House District 13 and 56 and all Texans. Come and meet the candidates who will become our next State Rep.
Community Public Health Expo
A Community Public Health Expo is set for Sept. 29 from 10 a.m. to p.m. at the Booker T. Washington Alumni Bldg., 216 Falls Street in Marlin. All ages are invited for free health screenings. Featuring the Public Health Region 7 with AgriLife Extension for rural counties. Come see if you are eligible for any services. Don’t miss the event. Need a ride? Call (254) 292-1873. Hosted by Heart of Texas Area Agency of Aging, Falls County Judge Elliott, and in partnership with Public Health Region 7 and AgriLife.
ST. PAUL CHURCH ORGANIZES DAY TRIP
St. Paul Church is planning a trip to the Schulenburg area on Oct. 4 to see the highly acclaimed Painted Churches of Texas. These beautifully adorned churches, built more than 100 years ago by Czech and German immigrants, have been featured in numerous publications and television programs. The day trip, led by M&M Tours of Hewitt, will pick passengers up at St. Paul Church, 212 FM 2307, 5 miles north of Marlin. It includes transportation in a deluxe motor coach and lunch at the Oakridge Smokehouse in Schulenburg. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the restoration of the historic St. Paul church building. For more information, call 1-800-700-9620 or email rememberstpaul@yahoo.com.
Garage Sale and Bake Sale
Sacred Heart Altar Society of Lott will be having a huge garage and bake sale on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 7 a.m. to ? It will be held at the parish hall, 213 North 6th Street, Lott. There will be baked goods, sandwiches, snacks, etc., as well as free coffee. An enormous amount of clothing and household items will be available. Many items for 25c; everything is clean and cheap. Funds raised help pay for items needed in the church and a scholarship fund. Anyone wishing to donate to this worthy cause may call Dorothy Kohl (254) 584-3901 or Susan Michalewicz (254) 584-5651.
Marlin Market on Main
Marlin Market on Main - Dates in downtown Marlin - Oct. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Williams Pavilion. For more information, please email tourism@marlintx.net.
Oktoberfest Fundraiser
A fundraiser for the Marlin Senior Civic Center will be held on Friday, Oct. 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 104 Hays Street in Marlin. Pork loin plates with pork loin and gravy, spaetzle, green beans, dessert and tea for $12 donation. Eat in or carry out.
American Legion
Falls County American Legion Post 31 meets the second Monday of the month at 1 Mesquite Tree Lane at 6 p.m. Their phone number is (254) 883-5056.
Veterans Assistance
Caritas of Waco Inc. will be in Marlin every first and third Monday of the month as part of their Veterans Case Management Program: Assistance For Veterans/Outreach. This will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 365 Coleman St, Marlin. For more information, call (254) 832-5971. To make an appointment please call Jason McCarty at (254) 640-0906. Dates subject to change due to holidays etc.
Donations needed for park upgrades
The board of the Rosebud Parks and Recreation has been funding the THRIVE parks improvement plan for over six years through donations, so the Town Square Community Foundation created a GoFundMe to help finish out Phase One. Any funds donated will be used to help finish the creative play areas, fitness stations, and walking trail. Construction on the project has already begun and the campaign has raised over 75 percent of funds needed, but still needs help reaching the finish line. As of June 8, the campaign had a total of seven donations, totalling $670 of the $7,500 goal.
“Thank you in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me,” stated Matthew Wright, avid community advocate, on the donation page.
Phase Two and beyond look to add a splash pad and other playground equipment. By the end of it, the plan will see restoration of the last two Bow String Bridges in the State of Texas. To donate via the GoFundMe campaign, head to https://gf.me/u/x6th4c. Contact Matthew Wright or Jamie Moeller for additional information.