It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Jimmy D Odom Sr, of Seadrift, Tx, who peacefully left us on January 21, 2025, at the age of 75. Jimmy was a devoted husband, a cherished father, an adored and proud grandfather and great grandfather. He was also […]

The Port O’Connor Community Garden has had some unexpected visitors! Deer certainly appreciate a well-tended garden, especially in the colder months when food is scarce. New strategies have been put in place to protect the plants and shut down the “deer buffet.” Gardeners have received much communication regarding cold-weather protection tips for plants during freezing […]

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 […]