Thornton Hustler
Sergeant Joe “Nook” Grimes: A Quiet Hero of World War II
Wed, 08/27/2025 - 8:53pm
From the fields of Box Church to the jungles of the South Pacific, Staff Sergeant Joe N. “Nook” Grimes carried with him a quiet determination, steady courage, and an uncommon devotion to his fellow Marines. Though remembered in his youth as a shy, unassuming boy from Limestone County, in the crucible of World War II he became one of Limestone County’s most decorated young warriors.
Thornton City Council Reviews Property, CD’s, and Water Quality
Wed, 08/13/2025 - 9:52pm
The Thornton City Council held its regular meeting on Monday, August 11, addressing a range of city matters including financial reports, utility updates, and a property certificate related to a home on North Marshall Street.