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76-year-old Clarence Thomas of Mexia is a man of many talents, but his creative claim to fame takes the shape of historic buildings constructed with popsicle sticks and the help of “ole man Elmer” - Elmer’s Glue. Alexandra Montoya/The Mexia News

Mexia’s “ Popsicle-Stick King” to Build Titanic

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 6:46pm

76-year- old Clarence Thomas of Mexia is a man of many talents, but his creative claim to fame takes the shape of historic buildings constructed with popsicle sticks and the help of “ole man Elmer” - Elmer’s Glue.

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Where the Sirens Go...

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 6:46pm

Nov. 24, 2025

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Returning park volunteer Frances Turner assists at the craft table during Fort Parker State Park’s Lakeside Christmas event last year. Contributed photo

Fort Parker State Park Lakeside Christmas Sunday

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 6:46pm

Fort Parker State Park’s seventh annual Lakeside Christmas is Sunday from 1- 4 p.m.

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The Master Gardener program has a proud tradition going back more than 50 years nationwide and nearly as long in Texas. Each class builds on decades of proven training and community service, ensuring that volunteers receive both knowledge and practical ex

The Limestone County 2026 class begins in January and runs weekly through the spring. Trainees complete about 50 hours of classroom instruction, usually in full-day or half-day sessions. Lessons are taught by Extension specialists, university professors a

The Training Process – From Classroom to Garden

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 6:46pm

Part 2 of a 3 Part Master Gardener Series

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Jonathan Hardin Chapter, NSDAR, Invites Community to Honor Veterans on National Wreaths Across America Day

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 6:46pm

The Jonathan Hardin Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) is asking the community to join its mission to remember, honor and teach during National Wreaths Across America Day on Saturday, Dec. 13.

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Mexia’s “ Popsicle-Stick King” to Build Titanic

Where the Sirens Go...

Fort Parker State Park Lakeside Christmas Sunday

The Training Process – From Classroom to Garden

Jonathan Hardin Chapter, NSDAR, Invites Community to Honor Veterans on National Wreaths Across America Day

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Mexia’s “ Popsicle-Stick King” to Build Titanic

Where the Sirens Go...

Fort Parker State Park Lakeside Christmas Sunday

The Training Process – From Classroom to Garden

Jonathan Hardin Chapter, NSDAR, Invites Community to Honor Veterans on National Wreaths Across America Day

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