Want to support the library but don’t have the time to volunteer? Well, there is another way to give your support—donate money to buy board books for our new outreach program, Read, Baby, Read. The Library is giving these books to low-income families who have children under the age of three.

The Mason County Child Welfare Board and Bluebonnet CASA were joined by Mason County children in a balloon release observing the fight against child violence nationwide.

It’s time to begin . . . The Big Read! The Mason Co. M. Beven Eckert Memorial Library invites everyone in Mason to read True Grit by Charles Portis and to participate in one Big Read activity. The project has officially begun; Mrs. Glendene Underwood’s Advanced Placement English II classes kicked off this community project by reading and discussing the book in her classes.

The public is invited to attend the dedication of the eleventh Habitat home on Thursday, April 18th at 10:00AM. The home is located at 605 Brazos Avenue. This year’s new homeowners are Audrey Morqwuecho and her daughter Khrista. Once again the latest Habitat home was built using energy efficient building methods and advanced framing. Habitat Carte-A-Vanners supplied most of the labor, along with the “sweat equity” hours put in by Audrey and Khrista and local volunteers. Mason County Ha ...

Mason County Judge Jerry Bearden has been honored by the Texas Judicial Academy for going the extra mile to be prepared to handle his duties as county judge. Judge Bearden was inducted as a Fellow in the Texas Judicial Academy March 21, 2013, at a reception in Lubbock, Overton Hotel, during the 2013 Spring Judicial Education Session.

Kay Hudler is the first honoree to be given the “Champion of Education” award from the Kerrville Families and Literacy, Inc. Kay was psychotherapist in Houston for over 20 years. She also volunteered at the Houston Women’s Home where she helped women learn life skills and get their GED. Kay served on the board of Families and Literacy from 2008-2010 where she literally put the organization back on its financial feet with her tireless fundraising and personal support.

The Commercial Bank welcomed the public into its newly renovated building on the northwest corner of the square last Friday and a constant stream of visitors enjoyed the tour.

Mason Feed Store held a Customer Appreciation Day last Friday and opened their doors to visitors throughout the day. There were door prizes, snacks and lots of fun for the employees and the customers of the establishment.

Continual Prayers for peace and comfort for the Brackett community as they grieve over their tragic losses. Mr. and Mrs. Koontz, Madison and Marley Koontz died in a car crash while traveling home after Saturday’s one act play competition. Their youngest family member, Zack, survived. We are so saddened for their loss. This past Saturday, we enjoyed a wonderful day in San Antonio and earned the Alternate play at the Area competition.

It is time once again for the annual St. Joseph Catholic Church Springfest. Each year we look forward to this time of great food and fellowship. Everyone is invited to come and share a meal with us or pick up a “drive thru” plate. The event will be held at the Parish hall on Sunday,April 28th from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM ( or until sold out ) .

Mason, TX April 8th, 2013— Mason County SWCD #223 wants to remind you that each of us has a connection to natural resources. The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) is celebrating the 58th year of Stewardship week April 28 – May 5, 2013. The 2013 Stewardship Week is themed, “Where does your water shed?” Reuben Geistweidt acts as the Chairman for Mason County SWCD #223.

Pike County, IL. - As an industry-leading recreational real estate company, Whitetail Properties has ventured into the Lone Star State naming Joey Bellington and Blake Farrar as its new agents and land specialists serving the central Texas market. In addition to land specialist duties, Joey Bellington will also be serving as the Texas broker for Whitetail Properties and will be recruiting quality agents across the state.

The Mason Co. M. Beven Eckert Memorial Library is proudly displaying the needlework of Libby Hahn. She has loaned four counted cross-stitch pictures, one of which was a prize-winner in a crafts show. We encourage visitors and patrons to take time to stop a moment in the foyer to enjoy Libby’s handiwork.

A co-ed softball tournament was held at the Mason Baseball Fields on Saturday, April 6 to benefit Payton Martinez. A total of five teams entered to play, coming from Sonora, Junction, San Saba and Mason. With the help of the players as well as MANY volunteers, the event was a huge success.

Trail Riders need to brush off their horses and mark their calendars. On April 20th and 21st, the West Texas Rehabilitation Center and the historic Fort Chadbourne Ranch will once again join forces for a traditional trail ride to benefit the Center. Rehab and the Ranch’s family have a long-standing relationship which began in 1960 when Conda Wylie donated a pen of Angus calves that sparked what is now Roundup for Rehab, a major fundraising program.