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Blinn history instructor’s new book explores how the U.S. Civil War impacted Cherokees

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Blinn College District history instructor Dr. W Dale Weeks brings the figures from his classroom to life in his new book, “Cherokee Civil Warrior: Chief John Ross and the Struggle for Tribal Sovereignty.” Published by the University of Oklahoma Press, the book delves into the impact of the U.S. Civil War on Native Americans and specifically the Cherokee Nation.

NEWS BITS

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Ribbon Cutting- Sealy Columbus Club, Feb. 15 Come join the Greater Sealy Area Chamber of Commerce for a Ribbon Cutting for the Sealy Columbus Club at 12 p.m.
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Sealy Lions gives back

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The motto of the Lions Club is ‘We Serve.” And that was on display at the Sealy Lion Club held The Sealy Lions Club held an event last week where the club handed out 12 $2,500 donations to local groups that also work to serve the community in different areas. The event was called Celebrating With Those who Help Others” and was held at the San Felipe de Austin Historic site museum.

REMAINING SERIES DATES AND TOPICS

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TUESDAY, FEB. 21 Garden Stretches: Stop the Ache Before You Rake by Michelle Wright, Family and Community Health Agent with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension-Austin County TUESDAY, MARCH 21 Composting by Mary Karish, Waller County Master Gardener TUESDAY, APRIL 18 Gophers & Moles by B.R Koehler, Bluebonnet Master Gardener TUESDAY, MAY 16 Orchids, presenter is to be determined TUESDAY, SEPT.

Master Gardeners to present series

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The Bluebonnet Master Gardeners of Austin County are pleased presenting the 2023 “Lunch-NLearn” series hosted on the third Tuesday of each month from February- May and September-October. The overall series will feature topics related to horticulture with homeowners and backyard gardeners in mind. Speakers are experts in their fields and practical gardeners with great tips and information for everyone.
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‘Field to Fork’ revamped into two-part workshops

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Due to clientele demand, the upcoming Texas Parks & Wildlife and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension’s educational series entitled “Field to Fork” has been rescheduled and revamped. This multi-county hunting and fishing endeavor which is being hosted by Austin, Colorado, Fayette, and Washington Counties has been reformatted as a two- part series. Each event will focus on harvesting, field dressing, processing, and safe food handling while preparing your wild game for the table.
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Education major looks forward to inspiring children

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Sitting in a Blinn College District classroom adorned with teddy bears and picture books, sophomore Katelyn Sassin, 20, can barely contain her passion for teaching. “Seeing the light shine in a child’s eye when you teach them something is priceless because I’m actually going to impact children and help them create the life they want,” Sassin said.