Master Gardeners finalize annual plant sale
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The Bluebonnet Master Gardener Association hosts its Annual Plant Sale on April 13, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
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New Alzheimer’s Association report reveals top stressors for caregivers
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The Alzheimer’s Association 2024 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report reveals that both dementia caregivers and health care workers report difficulties in navigating dementia care within the U.S. health care system. The report provides an in-depth look at the latest national and state-level statistics on Alzheimer’s disease prevalence, mortality, caregiving, dementia care workforce and costs of care. The new report estimates that 6.9 million people age 65 and older in the U.S. are living with Alzheimer’s dementia, including 459,300 in Texas.
Brazos students tour TSTC
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A group of Brazos High School senior students visited Texas State Technical College in Rosenberg last week. They got a tour of the campus and the many programs they offer.
FA announces honor roll students
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Faith Academy announced its honor roll students for the last night weeks.
Bellville schools gaining miles in program
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The families in all three Bellville elementary schools are doing a great job accumulating miles across Texas. At the end of the 4th week, several classes and groups are pressing closer to the finish line in their quest to complete Walk Across Texas.
EEA of Austin County unearthing hidden gems
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During February, Extension Education Association of Austin County, which is a direct part of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, in a bid to unearth the hidden gems of their own backyard, embarked on an enriching field trip, delving into the historic sites and fantastic wonders of Bellville.
Faith Academy Bellville hosts 30th anniversary celebration, Knight of Knights
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Faith Academy Bellville hosted its 30th anniversary celebration and Night of Knights Fundraiser. It was Hats Off to our Heroes of the past 30 years and Merlene Byler, founder, was honored for her dedicated service and faithfulness. Her participation and continual support to Faith Academy, Bellville help us to promote Christian education not only in Bellville but all the surrounding areas.
Easter observances, celebrations & recipes for the holiday season
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GUIDE 2024 Easter observances, celebrations & recipes for the holiday season Easter is one of the most sacred and festive holidays celebrated by Christians each year. This round-up of Easter activities at churches throughout Austin County includes vigils, Good Friday, Maundy Thursday, egg hunts, Easter services and more.
Easter allows deeper dive in Christian faith
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The Eucharist is a central component of the Christian faith. During the Eucharistic celebration, the sharing of bread and wine, which many Christians believe symbolizes the actual body and blood of Christ after the process of transubstantiation, takes place.
