Hello to everyone! As always, it is good to be here with you another week on a new month and a new day. I count it as a blessing. For this is the day our Lord and Savior has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it!
To our teachers and children, I hope your first week of school was great and the rest of the year will be a blessed one.
Well, the month of August is here, and what does it bring? It brings new beginnings, fresh goals and renewed hope. It reminds us that, even as we prepare for new challenges, God is faithful and will guide us every step of the way. August brings preparation for the days ahead, planning, learning, growing and working together as a community. It is a time to set intentions, encourage our children and strengthen our faith. So, as we enter this new month, let us remember that we are not starting alone. We start with prayer, support and love, and we trust God to make the year bright.
Early voting is over! Please go vote if you have not voted already. Election Day is Thursday, Aug. 6. Remember that some polling locations have changed. If you are not sure where you need to go, please call the Chester County Election Commission Office at (731) 989-4039. Let us make our voices heard! Go vote!
From the City of Henderson to a very special young woman, congratulations on your retirement from Southwest Human Resource Agency (SWHRA)! Ms. Vivian Cawthon Kelly worked for SWHRA for over 30 years. She has made a difference in the lives of so many people – young and elderly alike. You will be missed. Thank you for your hard work, dedication and service. You sowed so much good. Enjoy your retirement, Ms. Kelly. You have earned it!
Extra, Extra, read all about it! North Henderson Church of Christ Gospel Meetings will start on Aug. 9 and go through Aug. 13. The address is 567 Luray Ave, Henderson TN 38340. On Sunday, service will start at 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. On Monday, Aug. 10, through Thursday, Aug. 13, service will start at 7 p.m. The public is invited!
Our condolences go to the family of Ms. Joe Ann Thomas Cawthon. Mrs. Cawthon was a strong woman that loved her family, the church and the community. She fought a great battle. She will be missed but not forgotten! The City of Henderson is praying for you!
The city would like to say happy 51 years of marriage to Mr. Jerry and Mrs. Shirley Wilson. The 51st wedding anniversary is traditionally called the Bronze Anniversary and symbolizes strength, durability and the enduring nature of love. Mr. Jerry, I know you knew that when you married Ms. Shirley 51 years ago that you marred a precious WOMAN! So happy wedding anniversary to Mr. Jerry Wilson and Mrs. Shirley (Prather) Wilson. They will celebrate on Aug. 8. Jerry and Shirley, congratulations! As I always say, remember to keep the honey in the moon! It just gets sweeter and sweeter as the years go by! We LOVE you.
On the birth list for this month: The city would like to wish Mr. Larry Kelly a happy birthday on 8/11. Happy birthday to my nephew Mr. Cliff Brown on 8/18 and my great nephew Mr. Justin Barham on 8/12. He will be 17 years old, and happy birthday wishes go to Ms. Tapeka Wilson on 8/19. May the Lord bless you with many more to come. If you get a chance, wish them all a Happy Birthday.
This week, please pray for our United States of America! We need your prayers and help from the Lord! Please be in prayer for our local and federal government, police department, doctors and the sick and shut in. Continue to pray for all the bereaved families that have lost a loved one!
Remember to patronize with our local businesses here in town; let us try to support our own as much as we can. If you live in the City of Henderson and have news about your family, birthday, anniversary, announcements, and things happening in the City, I need to hear from you. Call or text me at 608-6132. THOUGHT FOR TODAY: Let someone know you care about them!
HAVE A GREAT WEEK! I LOVE YOU!
