The Multipurpose Room of the Port O’ Connor Library was the setting of January’s Book Club Meeting, and Margaret and Mary Ann Claiborne treated the Ladies to a delicious spread of hors d’oeuvres and desserts. It was all wonderful, and the Ladies thanked the Hostesses for their hospitality and delicacies! The Ladies then held a […]

“Beacon of Light…Anchor of the Community” Library News: What do libraries offer? Libraries change lives for the better. They not only provide access to books and other resources but also help people to help themselves and improve their opportunities, bring people together, and provide practical support and guidance. People enjoy our local library for many […]

All are invited to a free “Come Grow With Us” seminar hosted by the Jackson County Master Gardeners Association. At 10AM on Monday, January 30, 2023, Cindy Meredith (theherbcottage.com) will give a talk titled “Growing and Using Herbs in South Central Texas” in the auditorium of the Jackson County Services Building, 411 N. Wells, Edna, […]

The February meeting of the Calhoun County Democratic Club will be held Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at the Calhoun County Library. Social/pot luck is at 5:30 p.m. and the meeting starts at 6:00 p.m. The March meeting will be held Tuesday, March 7th.

The Luther Hotel on Palacios’ bayfront is the oldest remaining wooden hotel on the Gulf Coast. It has a Texas Historical Marker and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1903, the hotel was important during World War II, when 16,000 troops were stationed at Camp Hulen and were entertained by […]