Special to the Messenger

By Diane Goode

Special Messenger Contributor

GRAPELAND - The Grapeland City Council passed a resolution to join Tex 21, a group of private companies and public officials whose goal is to improve transportation throughout Texas. This action was taken at Tuesday night’s regular meeting.

GRAPELAND - Dr. K.L. Groholski, superintendent of schools at Grapeland ISD, released the following statement on April 3, 2012.

“In the last few days, there has been rumor and speculation about Grapeland ISD’s actions regarding the former band director, who resigned effective immediately last week. We learned today that he has been arrested, and according to media reports, he has admitted to improper behavior with a student.

Megan Dubé is riding 1000 miles by horse through the Lone Star State to live out a dream of hers: to ride 1000 miles and become a member of the Long Rider’s Guild while celebrating and counseling the people who are emotionally struggling and wanting to celebrate and share their lives with her.

CROCKETT - Kalin’s Center is excited to announce that Karisa Burke, M.A, LPC one of our local mental health professionals and team members was awarded the opportunity to be a part of a much-needed mental health training program. The training consists of on-site training, online training, and continued support through group phone calls.

The Friends of the Palestine Public Library will hold its annual meeting Thursday, Feb. 16, at 6 p.m. at Ben E. Keith, 2019 West Oak, in Palestine. The Friends support the library by raising funds through projects like quarterly book sales and membership drives.

GRAPELAND - It’s here! It’s time again for the Chili Supper and Cake Auction held annually at the Grapeland Senior Citizen Center.

Elkhart Middle School is offering a Safe Sitter Class to boys and girls ages 11 and up. Safe Sitter is a child and infant sitting curriculum that teaches choking rescue, basic first aid, babysitting as a business, babysitter safety, basic child development, infant diapering and feeding, and much more. The class will be held in the Elkhart Middle School library on Saturday, March 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.