In 2012, Texas shoppers get a break from state and local sales taxes on Aug. 17, 18 and 19 — the state’s annual tax holiday. Lay-away plans can be used again this year to take advantage of the sales tax holiday. As in previous years, the law exempts most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks […]

On Friday, August 17, a Tejano/Vaquero Exhibit Forum and Reception will be hosted by the Calhoun County Culture and Cuisine Committee at the Bauer Community Center, 2300 Highway 35 N, Port Lavaca, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Serving will be several guest panelists from Goliad, Victoria, San Antonio and Port Lavaca. You are welcomed and […]

This seems to be the time to talk Spanish. In my case that would definitely have to be “un poco Espanol” or whatever is the correct spelling. The Calhoun County Museum has a fine Tejano exhibition for the next few months. The State of Texas has recently dedicated a Tejano statue type exhibit in Austin. […]

Ending their summer schedule of meetings only once a month on August 2nd, the Club briefly discussed several items of note. The first was the decision of Club members to once again donate money to the staff of the Elementary School. This will help pay for various items during the coming school year as needed […]

The Conservative Club will hold its regular monthly luncheon on Tuesday, August 14, 11:15 a.m., Heritage Center.  Lunch ($5) at 11:30; program at noon. Regular members are urged to attend, and newcomers are always welcomed. The Club regrets that the previously scheduled speaker, Congressman Blake Farenthold, will be unable to attend.