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NEWEST FIREFIGHTER

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NEWEST FIREFIGHTER: Following in the footsteps of his father, Rocky, who served the Hamilton Volunteer Fire Department for 10 years, Ty Bates completed his probationary period and was inducted last Friday evening as a full fledged member of the HVFD. Courtesy photo

2021: Ups & downs

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Editor’s note: Following is a continuation of 2021 in review, which began in last week’s edition:

Association to host virtual meeting

The Alzheimers Association North Central Texas Chapter will host a virtual program Jan. 12 from noon to 1 p.m. by phone or online.

New laws now in effect for new year

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A whole slew of new laws are now in effect including where Texas with Disabled Veteran license plates owners can park, a requirement for residential rental landlords to notify renters if the property is in a 100-year floodplain and changes to property tax exemptions.

County leaders discuss, pass policy

Hamilton County was represented at the annual meeting of the state’s largest general farm and ranch organization in December. Two delegates from Hamilton County Farm Bureau traveled to Corpus Christi Dec. 3-5 where they helped shape the policy direction of Texas Farm Bureau (TFB).

Turtle Brumation: The benefits and dangers of the hibernation cycle

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Some animals, like bears, are known for their infamous hibernation periods, but many people may not be aware that some reptiles, including many turtles and tortoises, experience a hibernation cycle as well.

Bill Craig dies after roping accident

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Hamilton lost a hometown hero Dec. 29 when Dr. Bill Craig passed away after a roping accident on his ranch in Hamilton County.

Omicron slugs Hamilton County

The Omicron COVID- 19 variant has hit Hamilton County, according to Hamilton Healthcare System Chief of Staff Dr. Randy Lee.

Commissioners affirm support of businesses

Hamilton County Commissioners in their Dec. 28 meeting adopted a resolution affirming support of Hamilton County businesses after Hico City Administrator Adam Niolet addressed the court with concerns at the Dec. 14 meeting.

TFB offers scholarships

High school and college graduations may be months away, but now is the time to start thinking about applying for scholarships, according to Bennie Hromadka, Hamilton County Farm Bureau president.

Hamilton County students are encouraged to apply for more than $200,000 in Farm Bureau college scholarships offered on the district and state levels.

“Scholarships and awards are an excellent opportunity for Farm Bureau families to earn money to pursue their education,” Hromadka said. “We encourage all eligible students to apply.”