What's up Victoria! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
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Today's riddle: What has a tail, but no body? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Texas woman approaching 107th birthday says she finds joy in simple things (tylerpaper.com) — A resident of Sodalis Victoria assisted living is preparing to celebrate her 107th birthday later this month, sharing simple advice with neighbors about faith, gratitude, and staying positive. With roots stretching back to 1919 and decades of work as a postmaster and grocer, she still keeps up daily routines like learning something new and sipping apple cider vinegar, inspiring Victoria families and caregivers alike.
2. Victoria County commissioners approve grants, mental health services, juvenile contracts (victoriaadvocate.com) — Victoria County commissioners just approved nearly $1.6 million in payments, extended mental health task force support, and backed a grant program that helps fund Meals on Wheels South Texas for local seniors. They also advanced airport security reimbursement, juvenile detention contracts, Bloomington water improvements, and reappointed a representative to the Victoria Public Library board, while adding a reserve deputy to local law enforcement ranks.
3. Victoria County approves grant for Meals on Wheels South Texas (crossroadstoday.com) — Victoria County has committed $24,000 to help Meals on Wheels South Texas keep delivering meals to homebound seniors and residents with disabilities in and around Victoria. This local match is required for the nonprofit to qualify for a larger state Home-Delivered Meal Grant, helping sustain food and support services for neighbors who can't easily shop or cook for themselves.
4. Industrial's Stanush shines in district win at Edna; Tigerettes stop brief losing skid (victoriaadvocate.com) — Victoria West's Lady Warriors stayed perfect in district play with a straight-set home win over Corpus Christi Carroll, led by strong performances from Peyton Rehak and setter Morgan Ulbrich. Across town, Victoria East fell in three sets at Gregory-Portland but saw standout efforts from Kamree King and McKenna Chaput, with both teams now preparing for Tuesday night district matches.
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