David Otto Hoerster
David Otto Hoerster, of Mason and Fredericksburg, passed away on Saturday, May 21, at the age of 73.
David is survived by two sons Karl David Hoerster and wife Michelle, of Suffolk, Virginia and Chris Hoerster and wife Shannon of Austin. He is also survived by a sister Martha Jane Vacek and husband Bob of Mason and a brother Charles Franklin Hoerster and wife Mona of Mason along with four grandchildren: Jackson Hoerster, Joshua Hoerster, Jake Hoerster and Za ...
Vera Kinsey
Vera Violet Kinsey, age 95, passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2016 in Sterling City, Texas.
Graveside services for Ms. Kinsey will be held on Thursday, May 26, 2016 at Grit Cemetery in Grit, Texas. Family Visitation will be held an hour prior, from 1pm to 2pm.
Ms. Kinsey was born on Monday, August 16, 1920 to Mr.
Guitar virtuoso Rhett Butler will play at the Odeon theater in Mason Saturday June 11. Doors open at 6:30 PM and the surely to be “jaw dropping” performance begins at 7:00.
The young Texan’s technique is beyond belief. Rhett developed a trademark hammer-on style that allows him to play two guitars at once by fingering each of their fret boards, coaxing filigreed harmonies and shimmering melodies without needing to strum.
While Rhett is most well known for playing two guitars at once, don
Mason County Republican Women (MCRW) honored the winners of our 2016 scholarships this last week at our regular May club meeting. This year’s recipients are Pete Rochat and Monaco Schmidt. Both Mason High School graduates submitted excellent essays, outstanding resumes and are soon to be college bound with very promising futures ahead of them.
Take advantage of the Seamless Summer Program.
Nutritious meals are offered at no cost to all children aged 18 and under.
At the Cafeteria beginning on May 31 thru June 3, Tues thru Fri. and June 6 thru June 23, Monday thru Thursday, from 7:15 am to 8 am for Breakfast and 11:30 am to 12 noon for Lunch.
Summer Reading begins on Wednesday, June 1st. at the Mason County M. Beven Eckert Memorial Library.
Students who were in grades K-5 during the 2015-2016 school year may participate. Pre-K children may participate if a parent reads with them. Read to Swim will run Mondays to Thursdays from 1:00-2:00 P.M. When a child has read for 30 minutes, he or she will be given a free swim pass or coupon for Dairy Queen ice cream, and his or her name will go into a drawing for Walmart gift cards.
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Another fun and exciting regular season of baseball and softball is almost in the books. We will hold our closing ceremonies at the ballpark this Thursday, 5/26 at 6:30 pm. Please come out and support our youth.
A special appreciation to all of our young baseball/softball players, parents, coaches and umpires for their commitment that enabled Mason to have another great season.
The Bridges of Mason County
A few weeks ago, representatives from the Texas Department of Transportation were at the Mason County Library to answer questions about upcoming road and bridge projects. The two folks manning the displays in the Stribling Room were helpful and had lots of great information to share.
The displays and handouts showed projects throughout the Austin District, of which Mason County is part.
SAMSON
2-3 Year Old Male Boxer Mix
SAMSON is a dog that truly loves life! He is a happy and energetic guy with a fun and goofy personality. Samson is very friendly and does great with other dogs. He has a lot of energy and would do best in an active home with a big backyard to run around in.
Want to be a leader in your community? Want to try your hand at photography, shooting sports, livestock projects, cooking, or consumer decision making? 4-H can open a world of experiences to the youth of Mason County.
The next meeting for the Mason County 4-H Club is Monday, May 23 at 6 PM at the First Baptist Church fellowship hall, 325 E.
