The annual Pearl Church of Christ Vacation Bible School begins on May 30 and goes through June 3 from 9 a.m. until noon each day. Everyone is invited to attend and encouraged to bring lots of family …

Martha Ann Lawhorn, Ranie and Benjamin Phillips, Zoie Rhoades and Richard Carothers were Mother’s Day lunch guests of Elizabeth Phillips. Mrs. Eric (Liz) McCorkle visited during the Mother’s …

We are so sad to report the passing of our dear friend, Judy Vernon, on Thursday, May 5. Judy was a long-time visitor and supporter of the Pearl Cottage Bookstore, and she will be greatly missed by …

FROM MY FRONT PORCH Remember, a graduation diploma is only a ticket to get into the game SAM HOUSTON Sam Houston is the publisher of the Hood County News. He is also an actor, author, …

DEAR FRANKIE Unrequited love BY GENEVA WOODRUFF Dear Frankie, Harriet is a cocker spaniel and my best friend. We have been meeting up every day at the park for years. On the days I arrive …

THIS COMMUNITY COOKS Baked Potatoes: Food for Tot  NANCY PRICER If you’re looking for potato puns, you can count on me to chip in. Sorry if some of you don’t find puns to be apeeling. …

Mother's Day books that will give Mom some great reads BY TERRI SCHLICHENMEYER A tiny fistful of flowers is sweet. A package wrapped with an entire roll of tape comes from the heart, you …