It was a stressful morning. This last week we held the funeral for one of the oldest and most respected members of our congregation. I painstakingly planned how we would maintain the proper social distancing. Our ushers were instructed to not let people congregate in the church entryway. Masks were encouraged.
It’s back-to-school time, and many online shops are offering pay in installment services which target high school and college-age buyers. These buy-now-pay-later services are new and quickly gaining in popularity. They allow shoppers to purchase just about anything – from electronics to a pair of shoes – by agreeing to pay a series of smaller installments. Of course, as with any financing option, consumers should do a little research before signing up, so they can make informed purchasing decisions and avoid getting in over their heads.
The Adult Education Department at Northeast Texas Community College is accepting new and returning students for its GED (General Educational Development) and ESL (English as a Second Language) programs. Those interested in participating in either of these free educational programs should call to make an appointment for registration. While classes are offered in various convenient locations around the area, all registration will be held at the Community Resource Center ( formerly MPISD Administration Building) at 105 N. Riddle Street in Mount Pleasant. Please call 903-434-8341 for an appointment. In-person, remote, and online self-paced options will be available. For more information and updates, like Adult Education Program at Northeast Texas Community College on Facebook. Classes are scheduled to begin August 24, 2020.
The Library’s Summer Reading Program has officially ended for 2020. We gave away Amazon gift cards, toys, games and other incentives, to the children who completed their reading goal. We also had almost 20 adults complete their reading goal as well. Thank you to our patrons who participated! The Library will continue doing StoryTime on FaceBook Live on Mondays & Thursdays. We are also pleased to announce that we are working closely with the school, to provide children and their families access to WiFi, computers, books, eBooks, and also applying for a Library card online. Please call or email us for more information.
CASA of Titus, Camp, and Morris Counties is pleased to welcome Gaby Rodriguez. Gaby took an oath before the Honorable Judge Rolston in Titus County Court on August 4, 2020. Gaby completed 30 hours of training and courtroom observation. Gaby is the newest CASA Volunteer who has accepted her first case and advocating for a child that is in the foster care system. CASA volunteers work for the best interest of the child/children making sure they have a safe, permanent home as quickly as possible. CASA volunteers are citizens in our community, just like you, that want to make a difference in a child/children’s life while they are removed from their families and placed in foster care. If you want to make a difference in a child’s life contact Michelle Cobern at 903-767-3679 or visit becomeacasa.org or www.casatcm.org.
