A name to remember

Body Jerry Lee Lewis. Huey Lewis. Ray Lewis. Carl Lewis. John Lewis. Meriwether Lewis. All but the first name are Americans, individuals who have made contributions to our country in entertainment, music, sport, and public service. Leon Lewis? Not a household name.

Foodbytes

Body From the editors: It’s our fault that we inadvertently overlooked this column, which should have run last week— before March 17! But we’re persuaded that Irish stewed potatoes will prove delicious any time of year.

The 501

Body Attention young people. (Humor me while I pretend to have some young readers.) Do you want to be on the leading edge? If so, intercept and read your grandparents’ monthly AARP Bulletin. You’ll be decades ahead of your peers. You’ll save yourself some grief over time.

Silverton’s Got Talent auditions set for March 22, March 29

Body Auditions to advance to the school and community performance of Silverton’s Got Talent will be held during school on March 22 and 29. The Silverton’s Got Talent show will be held the evening of Thursday, April 6.

Motley library to host free Medicare Education class March 28

Body Library will host a free Medicare Education Class, Tuesday, March 28 at 6:30 p.m. in the Library Annex. This educational meeting will be conducted by a benefit advisor specializing in Medicare. Those attending can expect to better understand their Medicare benefits.

Matador to celebrate 125 years of Masonic Lodge Friday, March 24

Body On October 4, 1898, three men traveled on horseback to Floyd City Lodge #712, in Floydada, Texas, to petition for Dispensation to the Grand Lodge of Texas.

Paducah Chamber getting ready for April rodeo

Body The Paducah Chamber of Commerce met March 9 to discuss spring activities, including a fundraiser with rodeo banners. Rodeo banners will be hung on area businesses in the upcoming weeks for the 80th Cottle-King Rodeo and Old Settlers Reunion to be held in April.

TxDOT invites public to engage in Connecting Texas 2050

Body WHEN Thursday, March 23, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. WHERE Fair Park Childress Auditorium, Banquet Room 1000 Commerce St. NW Childress, Texas 79201 The statewide virtual public meeting is live from March 21 through May 31, 2023. Visit www.ConnectingTexas2050. com.

House pushes armed officer at all schools

Body Under legislation prioritized by House Speaker Dade Phelan, every Texas school would have an armed police officer, and aspiring teachers would receive extra support.

Take a break

Body Regardless of your status (with regard to schoolage children), spring break provides a welcome pause. Treating yourself to an afternoon drive or a weeklong getaway is fun. We live in a beautiful state. Most of you also reside in an area of Texas rich in history.