As we move closer to the 2027 legislative session, there are several key issues already taking shape. Next week, I will have the opportunity to sit down with the House District 17 judges, along with our State Representative, Stan Gerdes. In preparation for that meeting, I’ve been working through a number of priorities and even drafting potential legislation for the upcoming session.
The Cameron ISD School Board recognized outgoing board member, Roy Martinez, at the board meeting on Monday night, May 11. Martinez has served as a trustee for nine years, and his dedication and commitment to the district and community are greatly appreciated. Once A Yoemen, Always A Yoemen.
This May, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the nonprofit organization MESH Helps launched its “Play for Resilience” initiative to bring mental health tools directly to community hubs like local libraries. We are proud to announce that the Cameron Public Library is among one of 300 libraries chosen and was donated MESH-Accredited toys and games This donation will help transform our library space into an essential space for the children of our community to develop “MESH” skills -Mental, Emotional, and Social Health skills needed to navigate life’s challenges. This partnership allows families to experience resilience-building play by having access to high quality toys from leading toy brands like Ravenburger, Mindware and Magna-Tiles. These toys will be accessible to parents and caregivers to discover practical ways to support their child’s emotional growth. By placing these resources in public libraries, MESH Helps ensure that every family has access to tools that can help mitigate anxiety and stress.
All museums strive to share accurate historical information with the public — whether for viewing, research, or enjoyment — and continually seek new sources to expand their collections and knowledge. Occasionally, history is revealed in unexpected ways, as it was when Jim Elliot and his wife visited the Milam County Railroad Museum last week.
The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC) invites the public to attend the 25th Annual Slavnost “May Fest” on Sunday, May 17, for a full day of Czech culture, music, food and family- friendly activities.