Trinity County News - Breakout

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The Trinity Volunteer Fire Department put on an awesome fundraiser for the citizens of Trinity County. I do not claim to be a professional fish connoisseur, but that was the best-tasting fried fish that I have had in a long time.

All the food was good, but the fish filet seasoning was perfect. There were pictures on Facebook and the attendees seemed to be having a good time, as well as the Fire Department volunteers.

Congratulations, this was their biggest fundraiser to date. They raised $17,300 to purchase equipment and support their station. What an awesome fire department we have in Trinity.

Thank you so much for your service to our community and a “happy meal” once a year. We don’t say thank you enough for these brave men who serve and watch over our belongings and woods. Kudos.

•There is a new program at Martin Senior Citizen Center on the second Thursday of every month called craft day. The cost of the event is $5 for each person or $10 which includes the craft project and lunch. The project this week is homemade bird feeders. For more information, call Brenda or Karen at (936) 594-2625.

•Trinity Lions Club is hosting its third Annual Classic Car, Truck, and Bike Show on Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Trinity Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Building, 103 Stadium St.

The event benefits Martin Senior Citizens Center, The Boys and Girls Club of Trinity and gives two $500 scholarships to two deserving seniors of TISD.

The vehicles will be parked on the south side of the TPCC building, (old football field) and free guest parking will be on the north side of the TPCC building (on the Trinity Community Fair Association field) and admission is free.

Entry ways and exits will be clearly marked. There will be food and drinks at our concession stand, with music, raffles, door prizes, and more. The public will get to vote on its favorite car or vehicle in the show, and the vehicle will be awarded the People’s Choice Award.

We will not block the Trinity baseball and softball games at the end of Stadium Street that start around 10 a.m.

The Concession Stand opens at 10 a.m. also and will be manned by the Allbright family. They will have their usual barbecue treats, sides, and baked potatoes, along with beverages, chips, and other goodies. Their booth will be on the south side of the TPCC Building, so you can snack and enjoy the show.

Inside the Chamber Building there will be raffles, door prizes and a 50/50 drawing to be purchased by our local visitors or by our show participants. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5.

We have something for everyone: Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, graduation day, the Fourth of July, an automotive basket, gift cards and much more donated by our local businesses. Come play and win with us.

Voting on your favorite vehicle starts at 11:30 a.m. and ends at 12:30 p.m. Voting cards are returned to the box on the Chamber Porch. All drawings will be held at 3:30 p.m. or after the awards presentation to the car show winner at the Control Center Booth. The show ends at 4 p.m. or after the Award Ceremony.

Now for Events in April that have been announced previously.

•Community Clean-Up Day is Saturday from 8 a.m. until noon or until Dumpsters are full. There are four locations for Trinity items to be disposed of. This clean update is for Trinity residents only.

Precinct 1 — 202 E. Front St., Groveton

Precinct 2, 3 — 9111 Highway 94

Precinct 4 — 900 Centerville Cut Off Road, Groveton, or 356 VFD, 12427 FM 356.

This event is sponsored by DETCOG. Items not accepted are tires, hazardous materials, wet paint, Batteries, motor oil, no TVs, or large items (like hot tubs, boats, etc.).

•On April 19, Allen Frizzell and the Southern Hope Band will perform at the Burning Hope Baptist Church, located at 331 Pagoda Road, at 7 p.m. Admission is free. The genre is country gospel music, and the singer and his band is from Nashville.

•On April 23, First Methodist Church of Trinity is hosting its monthly Dinner with Friends anytime from 4 to 6:30 p.m. What’s for dinner? Stuffed baked potatoes with all the fixings and a salad. The public is invited. Donations are welcomed. Call Laura at (936) 594-3826 for details.

•The first fundraiser to be held for the ROTC in downtown Trinity is “Blue Hawaii with Elvis and Friends” on April 20 at the Trinity Community Center. There will be food, music by Paul Cook, a silent auction, door prizes, and the Trinity Tigerette’s’ Dance team will perform. For more information, contact Karen Dixon (936) 581-6531 to purchase tickets or tables for this event.

•On April 27, First Presbyterian Church is hosting a rummage sale in the fellowship room at the back of the church at 405 S. Elm St. from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Please call Sally at (936) 594- 8108 or the church at (936) 668-6674.

•Also on April 27, the VFW will host another afternoon dance starring the Good Timers from noon to 4 p.m. Please bring food or snacks as the kitchen is closed. However, the cantina is open. For more information, contact Eddie at (409) 550-4348 or Maxie at (936) 635-4787.

•The VFW is hosting a drawing on May 3 for members and friends to win a Cool Living 6000 BTU air conditioner. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. The drawing will be held before the first bingo session starts. For more information call (936) 594-9764.

•The film “The Beast of Trinity, Texas” is hosting a VIP party to promote this movie endeavor. More about this later as I know who, what, when, and where and how much. Contact VFW Post 6899 if you want information now.

•On May 9, the Trinity High School Fine Arts department is hosting its annual gala fundraiser at 6 p.m. at the high school campus. Tickets are $30 each, and tables sell for $250 each.

The Kentucky Derby event with the theme “Run for the Roses” will offer a photo booth, (so dress in your derby attire), a three-course dinner, theater performances, a silent auction, and music. Purchase tickets at the Trinity High School campus.

•The Trinity Community Fair Association is hosting its seventh annual Crawfish Boil Scholarship Fundraiser on May 10. The event is held at the Trinity Community Center, 806 S. Robb St. The gates open at 5:30 p.m.

The crawfish dinner is served at 6 p.m. and ends at 9 p.m., with live music throughout. The cost of the individual tickets is $60 dollars before May 7 and $65 at the gate on Friday.

Regular tables seating 10 can be purchased for $500. VIP tables are available for $600. (there are only 45 of these tables). For more information, contact Tally Jo Stout at (936) 645-6994.

•The ROTC Ministries Princess Project has prom dresses. Contact Karen Dixon at (936) 581-6531.

I have news for June, so stay tuned. There is information coming in about VBS events, and a tournament to be held in June also.

No heat, please.

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Trinity FFA members competed in the Area IX CDE contests held at Sam Houston State University on April 2. Courtesy photo

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HUNTSVILLE — Trinity FFA members placed well at the Area IX CDE contests held at Sam Houston State University on April 2.

The Livestock team of Kayla Kembro, Grace Tullos, Richard Johnson and Preston Riddle placed 19th, with Kembro placing seventh Overall Individual.

The Horse team took 38th place. Team members include Jace Gambill, Jaydon Bell and Camden Soliz.

The Floriculture of Kimberli Caceres, Marisol Lopez, Bianca Perez and Alexiz Delafuente took 22nd place.

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By Tony Farkas
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TRINITY — Four students in Trinity ISD’s welding program will be chosen to further their education at a special academy in Wyoming.

The district’s Board of Trustees OK’d the program at their March 25 meeting.

Superintendent Dr. John Kaufman said the Western Welding Academy has positions open by invitation only, and based on student essays evaluated by local teachers, four qualified students can get scholarships and industry certification at a top welding school.

In addition to the students, their teachers will be allowed to attend to hone their skills as well, Kaufman said.

The program is part of the Blue Collar Tour, which Trinity High School hosted in January and which showcases trades as an alternative to the standard college route.

In other business, the board:

•approved Interquest Canines drug dogs for inspection of cars, rooms and lockers on campus;

•approved renaming a course to Restaurant Food Management, which was needed to be sure it falls into the sequence of getting certification;

•approved instructional materials; and

•approved renewal of all administrator contracts.