Hello Jerry! As you are no doubt aware,I receive MCN any where from a few days to two weeks after the publication date. Nevertheless I treasure this,my connection to the Place I Love Best.I recently(!) received the Feb 8 issue containing the well-thought out letter putting forth the many benefits Texas receives from the Federal Gov’t It is just those benefits that the general population has been so lulled and regulated by that is the heart of the argument of those who suggest Texas might ...

Editor: I would like to thank the Odeon Preservation Society for bringing wonderful concerts to Mason. They are to be applauded. Carolyn Wonderland was fantastic on Saturday night and rocked the house! Marie Beaver

Help Wanted Food Bank First Meeting Date set for February 28th 3:30 pm, at food Bank. Mason’s Ministerial Alliance is seeking a few good men and women to better organize and manage the Food Bank, located in the old school house on 601 Brazos St. For additional information please contact Eva Tannehill at 347-1518.

To Concerned Citizens of Mason: As the Sheriff of Mason County I took an oath to uphold the Constitution of the United State and the Constitution of the great State of Texas. Of course, the Sheriff’s of Texas are committed to uphold their oath of Office. It goes without saying as your Sheriff of Mason County that I recognize that the Second Amendment of the Constitution provides that “the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed” and the Fourth Amendment provides ...

The readers of the Mason County News aren't just passive observers. As the Letters to the Editor reflect, they are also well-informed contributors to the public discourse. They are willing to sound off on almost all topics, and we're pleased to be able to provide a forum for that exchange of ideas. One of the most au courant topics during the last few months has been government assistance.

It's The Way We Are People in Mason are constant source of amazement, always ready to step up to the plate, whether to help a neighbor, support our youth, volunteer for civic activities, or assist a total stranger. The list goes on and on. Call it what you will, it means there are lots of good people who live in our community.

Fire moves fast and so do the Mason and Loyal Valley VFD’s. On Tuesday, February 5, a grass fire ensued in one of our coastal fields. It was mortifying and more than shocking, to say the least. After a trembling call to our area 911, it only took minutes for both VFD’s to arrive on site and begin dousing this serious danger with speed, skill and intense professionalism.

Every spring, the guessing begins anew. Will the bluebonnets bloom in profusion? Where will they be best viewed? Will they cover the hillsides, or be sprinkled only in the roadsides and other isolated areas? How long will the blooms last, and will the other wildflowers fill in quickly? It's anyone's guess each year as to what the spring will offer.

“Corditie” Response Have been aroused by the Outdoors Outpost column submitted by Kendal Hemphill on your January 20th edition. The thought of Senior (almost 80 years old) Senator Dianne Feinstein from the State of California, (my home State) born in San Francisco (also home of my birth) as the true source of the ban on weapons of minor destruction sticks in my craw.

This is in response to the letter by Mr. Thompson. Here are some cold hard facts. In 2011, 39.98% of the Texas State budget came from the Federal Government. While Texas secessionists proclaim their state as one of the largest and therefore most capable of maintaining independence, Texas has one of the highest rates of poverty in the nation.

All media, whether newspapers, radio stations or television channels, make absolutely no money from their content. They make derive a small percentage of their revenue from subscribers; but, that is not the driver behind their successes. That money comes from advertising. There are ads for products (corn, tires, cars, shoes), for services (welding, plumbing, construction, bookkeeping), and for happenings (CASA gala, Habitat Fundraiser, Spanish Club Music Fest, barbecue supper).

Dear Patient, I am pleased to announce a change in my practice structure and a new office location in Fredericksburg. On March 1st, 2013, I will be joining Hill Country Memorial Hospital as a staff Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medical Specialist. As a result, my Fredericksburg office will move into the Perry-Feller Professional Building at 205 W.

Dear Jerry, The Riata Service Organization would like to express their appreciation to the individuals who added an extra Christmas greeting to our town this past Christmas. Due to court house renovation the city was unable to put Christmas lights on it so it was rather drab. Around the Feed Store coffee maker the coffee drinkers dug deep into their own pockets and provided two "Merry Christmas"

The President is talking about finacial reform. Why doesn't he start collecting all of those Billions of dollars that have acured durring his first 4 years in office and collt all the interest due. Like TEXAS loaning all that water we loaned MEXICO that we have not collected any type of paymints on this deal. But the Congress wants to do away with gun.

I've never traveled abroad; but, I still hope to travel to Europe sometime in my life. And, when I go, I really want to travel to Britain. With its many historical and ethnic connections to the United States, the British Isles holds an important spot in the lives of most Americans. Till such time as I make my travel plans, I make do with British television imports.