This story is fictional, but based on scripture found in 1 Samuel 2:30; 1 Kings 10:21; 2 Chronicles 2:16; 2 Chronicles 8:7-10; and 2 Chronicles 9:21-22, 27 The sun was shining and there was a fresh breeze coming off the Jaffa Sea. What a beautiful day, thought Ephraim. He stood basking in the sunshine, thanking […]

The March meeting for Calhoun County Democratic Club will be held Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at the Calhoun County Library, in the community room, 200 W Mahan St., Port Lavaca. Social/potluck is at 5.30pm and the meeting starts at 6 pm. Got questions? Concerned about democracy? Come and join us. You can RSVP for our […]

Port O’ Connor’s “Hooked On Books” Book Club held its monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 11th, and exceeded all expectations. February hostesses were Amber Gustainis, Beth Smith, Terry Twomey, and Kim Ballard who outdid themselves in every way. The monthly meeting was as rich as the detailed imagery of the novel. In keeping with the […]

The Quetzal bird is completed. (original color is green with red chest) Made of stainless steel and about 30.000 fluorescend plexiglass pieces is 9 x 18 feet. The orphanage children helped to complete the background with 15.600 pieces. It is so rewarding working with children and then receiving a smile or a hug is so […]

Some of the most colorful parts of the English language are the many beloved sayings and popular adages that have emerged over time. Many seem to be burned into my brain, and I reflexively recall that “watched pots never boil” and that “even broken clocks are right twice a day” whenever applicable. Sayings like these […]