Author: Shopper News Note

Due to increasing community needs and lack of dedicated, consistent volunteers Restored Hearts and Soles Foundation is facing possible dissolution this upcoming school year (2023-24), according to an announcement.
Anyone interested in keeping this organization that has assisted so many youth in Garvin & Murray counties, may reach out to them via Facebook Messenger or email at restoredheartsandsoles@gmail.com to see how you can serve.
The organization served 319 students with new shoes and a week’s worth of socks for the 2022-23 school year. They served 71 girls with a Prom Dress during the 2023 Prom Closet.

The rodeo and Pauls Valley clearly go together as the 78th annual Heritage Day Rodeo is coming Fri.-Sat., June 23-24.
The rodeo action is scheduled to get started at 8 p.m. both nights at the Pauls Valley Roundup Club Arena.
Bull riding is only a part of the rodeo as other events are breakaway roping, tie-down calf roping, ranch broncs, open barrels and mutton’ bustin’ for kids 6 and younger.
Also featured is the Star Spangled Stampede Drill Team.
A rodeo parade going through downtown Pauls Valley gets riding at 5 p.m. June 24.
For more information call 405-238-7425 or 238-2776

God’s Big Country Church is set to hold their February Singing this week, Sat., June 16, according to Pastor Jerry Auld.
The singing begins at 7:00 p.m. at the church, located at 2215 County Road 1350 in Blanchard.
“Come out and worship with us in song! Bring your songs, bring your instruments, and join us,” Pastor Auld added.
The church holds their Sunday morning services at 10:30 a.m.
Those who have questions may text or call Pastor Auld at 405-465-2825 or Cathy Auld at 405-320-1940.
“We look forward to seeing you all,” Pastor Auld concluded.

All Hughes alumni and friends are invited to attend the 2023 alumni reunion, according to Linda Helm.
The reunion is set for Sat., June 17 at the REC Building on Hwy. 76 North in Lindsay.
Visitation starts at 4:30 and dinner will be served
at 6:00 p.m.
Those attending are encouraged to bring a favorite dessert.
Anyone needing more information should call Ms. Helm at 405-756-3377 or Leota McCoy at 405-618-2528.