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Rita George helps pack the boxes for the first-ever Camp County drive-thru food pantry. There were almost 400 families helped. COURTESY PHOTO

Alethea Smerdon speaks on COVID-19’s effect on God’s Closet and the community

Wed, 04/08/2020 - 4:00am

God’s Closet broke a record this week – one we have mixed emotions about. A record 800 families were helped with food during the month of March, almost double the normal amount, representing families from all across Camp county. We are honored to be able to serve them with bags and boxes of food staples, fresh fruit, and vegetables in the produce distribution. In the wake of COVID-19, many families will need to rely on local pantries and we will be here for you during this pandemic.

Governor Abbott and Attorney General Paxton provide joint guidance for houses of worship operating as essential services

Wed, 04/08/2020 - 4:00am

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton today issued joint guidance regarding the effect of Executive Order GA 14 on religious services conducted in congregations and houses of worship.

The Camp County Courthouse lawn is adorned with 224 blue pinwheels. Each pinwheel signifies a child in the foster care system that has been helped by CASA. GAZETTE PHOTO / DI DUNCAN

CASA focuses on supporting families during National Child Abuse Prevention Month

Wed, 04/08/2020 - 4:00am

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and CASA of Titus, Camp and Morris Counties is raising awareness of the need for more dedicated members of the community to step up and become CASA volunteers, and help break the cycle of abuse and neglect, through supporting children and families.

Rustville Essentials has taken this time to remind children of the importance of soap. GAZETTE PHOTO / DI DUNCAN
lemens & Truitt Insurance has a multicolor bear in their front window.
Peonies Skin Care also placed a bear in the front windows of the business.
Pittsburg-Camp County Chamber of Commerce added a bear to their front display.
This is one of three hiding in the front windows of All Occasions Mall.
Wallace Law Firm joined in with this little bear. GAZETTE PHOTOS / DI DUNCAN

“Goin’ on a bear hunt”

Wed, 04/08/2020 - 4:00am

With schools closed due to COVID-19 and outings being limited, parents and members of the community have taken on the task of creating a pastime for children of the area. “Bear Hunts” have been trending all over the nation in previous months, and now Camp County has its own. Businesses and homes have stuffed or printed bears placed in front windows, on porches, and on lawns around the city. Parents can drive their children around the area to spot and count each bear left for them.

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