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July 5, 2019
Through the Grapevine
Lakehills parade a big hit
By Vicki L. George
American Legion Post 410, of Lakehills, celebrated Independence Day with their annual parade. The parade drew about 30 entries, in addition to the fire trucks from Pipe Creek, Lakehills and Mico. With their lights flashing, sirens blasting and the candy that was thrown out, the crowds of children along the way were eager and excited.
The Parade Marshall was Ruth Tschirhart, who was driven by Miguel Muñiz in a black Mustang convertible. Tschirhart has been an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary since its inception in 1968. She said she was honored to have been asked.
The Legion awarded trophies in five categories again this year. Most Patriotic went to Ron Bird in his 1947 Army Jeep. The Medina Lake Betterment Association’s Cajun Festival float won Showmanship. Most Original went to Trevor Morgan in a cute little dune buggy. Bruce Koehn was awarded Most Patriotic Vehicle with his blue truck bedecked in red and white ribbons. The Youth trophy went to Rick McCraken in his little red coupe.
After the parade, the River City Wranglers entertained a lively crowd at the Legion Hall on 26th Street in Lakehills, while attendees enjoyed the music, dancing and the delicious barbecue prepared by the veterans.
LAKEHILLS LIBRARY
The Lakehills Area Library is continuing the summer reading program for the kiddos. The theme is “A Universe of Stories” and it is not too late to join. The next meeting is Wednesday, July 10, at 10:30 a.m., and the youngsters will create their own Clay Aliens. Go by the library at 7200 FM 1283 to sign up. For more information, call 830-510-2777.
LOCAL VBSs
The Lakehills United Methodist Church and the Pipe Creek Presbyterian Church will hold a joint VBS, “Farm Fresh Faith,” at the Methodist Church, 150 J St. in Lakehills, July 8 to 12, from 9 a.m. to Noon. It is for kiddos who have completed Kindergarten through 5th grade. Parents can sign up online at lakehillsumc.org.
The joint VBS will culminate with a “Fun Farm Fair” on Saturday, July 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information on the VBS and the Fair, call 830-751-2404.
Hill Country Chapel will hold a VBS, “In The Wild,” July 15 to 19, at the church, 886 Mountain View Lane, Pipe Creek, from 9 a.m. to noon, for grades one through five. To sign up, call Melissa Morris at 830-510-4731.
LAKE AND RIVER
On Wednesday, July 3, our Medina Lake level was 1064.30 feet. That is down 0.10 feet, which is 100 percent capacity.
On Friday, July 5, the Medina River had a flow of 81.2 cfs in Bandera, running 4.35 feet deep at the gage.
Please send your Lakehills and Pipe Creek news to me by email at vicki.george329@hotmail.com or call me at 210-563-1186 and leave a message.
Until next time, “¡Vaya con Dios!”
The Parade Marshall was Ruth Tschirhart, who was driven by Miguel Muñiz in a black Mustang convertible. Tschirhart has been an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary since its inception in 1968. She said she was honored to have been asked.
The Legion awarded trophies in five categories again this year. Most Patriotic went to Ron Bird in his 1947 Army Jeep. The Medina Lake Betterment Association’s Cajun Festival float won Showmanship. Most Original went to Trevor Morgan in a cute little dune buggy. Bruce Koehn was awarded Most Patriotic Vehicle with his blue truck bedecked in red and white ribbons. The Youth trophy went to Rick McCraken in his little red coupe.
After the parade, the River City Wranglers entertained a lively crowd at the Legion Hall on 26th Street in Lakehills, while attendees enjoyed the music, dancing and the delicious barbecue prepared by the veterans.
LAKEHILLS LIBRARY
The Lakehills Area Library is continuing the summer reading program for the kiddos. The theme is “A Universe of Stories” and it is not too late to join. The next meeting is Wednesday, July 10, at 10:30 a.m., and the youngsters will create their own Clay Aliens. Go by the library at 7200 FM 1283 to sign up. For more information, call 830-510-2777.
LOCAL VBSs
The Lakehills United Methodist Church and the Pipe Creek Presbyterian Church will hold a joint VBS, “Farm Fresh Faith,” at the Methodist Church, 150 J St. in Lakehills, July 8 to 12, from 9 a.m. to Noon. It is for kiddos who have completed Kindergarten through 5th grade. Parents can sign up online at lakehillsumc.org.
The joint VBS will culminate with a “Fun Farm Fair” on Saturday, July 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information on the VBS and the Fair, call 830-751-2404.
Hill Country Chapel will hold a VBS, “In The Wild,” July 15 to 19, at the church, 886 Mountain View Lane, Pipe Creek, from 9 a.m. to noon, for grades one through five. To sign up, call Melissa Morris at 830-510-4731.
LAKE AND RIVER
On Wednesday, July 3, our Medina Lake level was 1064.30 feet. That is down 0.10 feet, which is 100 percent capacity.
On Friday, July 5, the Medina River had a flow of 81.2 cfs in Bandera, running 4.35 feet deep at the gage.
Please send your Lakehills and Pipe Creek news to me by email at vicki.george329@hotmail.com or call me at 210-563-1186 and leave a message.
Until next time, “¡Vaya con Dios!”
Parade Marshall Ruth Tschirhart is ready to pull out, leading the parade on July 4. The American Legion Post 410 honored this lady who has been actively devoted to the American Legion Auxiliary since 1968.