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Pictured above (L – R) are Christen Johnson, Todd Franklin, Carol Wall, Jim Waller, Dianne Burns, Curtis Buckner, and Phyllis Buckner as the VFW Post 10351 presented a $500 check to the Hemphill Senior Center to help with meals provided there. Prior to the check presentation, Curtis Buckner (VFW Commander) gave a speech in remembrance of Victory in Japan (V-J Day) day, the day on which Imperial Japan surrendered in World War II, in effect bringing the war to an end. The term V-J Day has been applied to both of the days on which the initial announcement of Japan’s surrender was made - 15 August 1945 in Japan, and because of the time zone differences, 14 August 1945 (when it was announced in the United States and the rest of the Americas and Eastern Pacific Islands – as well as to 2 September 1945 when the surrender document was signed, officially ending World War II, onboard the battleship USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay.

Meet the new Martin’s Corner mascot, Bambi! As I was delivering newspapers to Martin’s Corner Tuesday, this little fella greeted me as I was leaving the store. Seems he just showed up and has taken up residence, and wants to meet everyone who shows up. I bet taking the kiddos for a burger and fries (and to meet this little fella) would be a great treat for the whole family!

Signed into law by President Reagan in 1988, President George H.W. Bush, 0n September 14, 1989, became the first President to declare the 31 day period of September 15-October 15 as National Hispanic Heritage Month. September 15th was chosen as the beginning of this 31 day period because it coincides with the Independence Day celebrations of five Central American countries- Costa Rica, El Salvadore, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, all of these declared their independence from Spain on September 15, 1821. A d d i t i o n a l l y , Mexico declared independence from Spain on September 16, 1810, Chile gained independence from Spain on September 18, 1810, and Belize from Great Britain on September 21, 1981.

Professional Bass Pro Keith Combs sponsored a C.A.S.T. for Kids fishing day this last Saturday on Sam Rayburn with awards ceremonies at the Umphrey Pavillion. Eighteen handicapped kids signed up for a day of fishing, as well as a ride in Keith Combs Ranger tournament bass boat. After a beautiful day of fishing, each kid received a new rod-n-reel, trophy plaque, t-shirt, and a fishing cap. These kids had a day of fun that they will remember forever!

You can imagine an event like this can make a bit of a mess. Thankful to these faithful that stuck around till the very end. L to R Sheeta Gaspard, Brooke Butler, Stephanie Wilkerson, Angela Eells, Johanna Vickers, Samantha Hill, Dana Bundy, Ranson Procell, Brandi and Joe Miller with Ryleighn Procell in front. Still inside working: Vance and Lawson Vickers, Remi Ross, Alexia Wynne, Carson Hill, Kam Arrington, Laken Wilkerson, Jacie Eells and Henley Hamilton.

Carla Morgan, center, surrounded by Sabean’s Coffee and Creamery’s fashion show models, family and friends. Thank you ladies for supporting Sabine County women! You rock! .

Sheilah Martin with Martin Realtors brought a gaggle of girlfriends to play bingo for a great cause. Thanks for coming and for sponsoring! .