Russell Cain, Rep. Todd Hunter, Connie Hunt, Becky Berger, Rep. Geanie, Morrison, Carol Wooten, Ed and Corbin Hunt

On Saturday, March 5, Russell Cain hosted a surprise 80th birthday party for Connie Hunt at the Grace Episcopal Parish Hall in Port Lavaca. About 70 friends were there to greet Connie, her husband Ed, and their son Corbin from Briggs, TX.

The biggest surprise of all was the attendance of State Representatives Todd Hunter and Geanie Morrison, Becky Berger, SREC SD 18 Representative, and Carol Wooten, District Representative for Congressman Blake Farenthold.

State Representative Todd Hunter presented Connie with a Resolution and a Flag flown over the State Capitol in honor of her 80th birthday. Becky Berger presented Connie with Senate Proclamation #156, signed by State Senator Kolkhorst. A Letter of Congratulations from Governor Abbot was presented by State Representative Geanie Morrison; and a copy of Recognition of her 80th birthday, read on the U S, House Floor by Congressman Blake Farenthold, was presented by his District Representative, Carol Wooten.

Larry Robinson gave a beautiful rendition of all the classics from the 1940’s and 1950’s. A fabulous meal was catered by The Pantry along with a huge birthday cake from Russell and Cherrie Cain.

“All in all, it was an absolutely wonderful day,” Connie said.

Connie Hunt, a resident of Magnolia Beach, has been active in politics for many years. Formerly Chairman of the Calhoun County Republican Party, Connie is the “go-to” person for getting things done, organizing meetings and events, and keeping the local party informed on local, state and federal issues.

18 EMS Calls for Feb., 2016:
Medical-14
Trauma-2
Accident-2

11 FIRE Calls for Feb., 2016:

February 2: Seadrift Volunteer Fire Department responded to a travel trailer on fire off of West Dallas Ave. in Seadrift.
February 4: Seadrift VFD responded to Main Street & West Austin Ave. for a natural gas leak, assisted by Seadrift Police Department.
February 12: Seadrift VFD, Port Lavaca FD, Magnolia Beach VFD, and Port O’Connor VFD responded to a grass fire Hwy 238 near Coloma Road.
February 14: Seadrift VFD responded to assist Port Lavaca VFD with a vehicle accident Hwy 35 & Hwy 2541; cancelled while en-route.
February 16: Port O’Connor VFD & Seadrift VFD responded to a grass fire on Hwy 1289; Port Lavaca FD also responded.
February 21: Port O’Connor VFD & Seadrift VFD responded to a boat fire on Hwy 1289 one mile from Hwy 185; Port Lavaca FD also responded.
February 22: Seadrift VFD responded to a one-vehicle accident on Hwy 185 near Lane Road.
February 25: Seadrift VFD responded to Port O’Connor to assist Port O’Connor VFD with a fire in a travel trailer; cancelled while en-route.
February 26: Seadrift VFD & Port O’Connor VFD responded to a grass fire off of Lane Road; Port Lavaca FD also responded.
February 26: Seadrift VFD & Port O’Connor VFD responded to a grass fire off of Hwy 185 near Hwy 1289; Port Lavaca FD also responded.
February 28: Seadrift VFD responded to Hwy 185 in Seadrift for a natural gas leak, assisted by the Calhoun County Sheriffs Office.

The Calhoun County Democratic Party Convention will be held at the Calhoun County Library meeting room, with entrance on Ann Street at W. Mahan, Port Lavaca, Saturday, March 19. Registration starts at 9:00 a.m. with convention starting at 10:00 a.m. For more information, please call County Chair Evelyn Burleson at 552-2791 or 210-232-8066.

The Calhoun County Republican Convention will be held on Saturday, March 19, 9:00 a.m. at Grace Espisopal Parish Hall in Port Lavaca. In order to attend, you must have voted in the Republican Primary.

For those who have never been, this is a mini State/National convention. Delegates are nominated to represent Calhoun County at the State Convention. Policy Resolutions are submitted and voted on to be incorporated in the State, and eventually in the National Republican Platform. These platforms are guidelines for our elected officials to follow the policies set down by the people.

If you are interested in what the Republican Party stands for, you need to attend and participate in the process.

9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. – Registration and Refreshments. Convention is convened at 9:30 and business begins. Business should be completed by 11:00 a.m.

Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 26 2:00 pm
First Baptist Church
Port O’Connor

Seven of our people attended this year’s Spring Retreat at Camp Zephyr last week. What a fantastic four days everyone had! The preaching – Rev. Jimmy Talley, brother-in-law of our Pastor, preached the “Ole Time Gospel” sermons, the “shoutin’” kind. The theme of all his sermons was “Don’t Quit”. Bro. Donnie Martin sang the beautiful song “We Are Standing On Holy Ground”, which brought everyone to their feet. Shirley Martin played beautiful music on the piano. All of the Gospel music was outstanding under the direction of Marcos and Sue Gohlke. Bro. George Yarbrough presented several interesting devotions and he held your attention.

The Bible Study was ‘out of this world” as Dr. Jimmy Arnold taught the life of “Samuel, Servant of God”. You could read the Book of Samuel several times, but never get the understanding that Bro. Arnold gave! Everyone enjoyed the food and the fellowship. All of us declared, “This was the best Camp ever!”
The Children’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 26. Children and parents will gather in Fellowship Hall at 2:00 p.m. and then the children will be separated by age to go to their special egg hunting areas. After the Big Hunt, there will be refreshments and awards. Candice Stryker is in charge of the Easter Egg Hunt.

On Sunday morning, March 20, the Church will observe the “Lord’s Supper” in the 11:00 a.m. service. Everyone is invited to attend. That evening we will have our quarterly “Birthday Bash”. We will celebrate with those who have birthdays in January, February and March. During the Bash, everyone will enjoy finger foods and desserts. Everyone is invited to come to Fellowship Hall at 6:00 p.m. March 20.

The “Singing Men of South Texas” will be singing at Alamo Heights Baptist Church in Port Lavaca at 7:00 p.m. April 21. You don’t want to miss this beautiful music!

And don’t forget Sunday, March 27, 7:00 a.m., our yearly community Sunrise Service on King Fisher Beach! Bring a folding chair or ride down on your golf cart. (There will be some chairs set up, but maybe not enough for the crowd.) This is always a memorable event as we celebrate our Risen Savior at sunrise. Get an early start celebrating a joyous Easter!

See you in church Sunday!