Yesterday at a 4-H meeting, Don Sowell, the Grimes County Sheriff, spoke to our club. I know Sheriff Sowell well because he is the head of the Jr. Mounted Posse. If you have read many of my articles, then you know that I really enjoy being a part of that organization. I learned a lot [...]
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Feb 04
The 2010 Pony Express Event
Can you say “BRRRRR!!?” Man, last Saturday was extremely cold. It was overcast the entire day. There was a stiff breeze that sent the just above freezing weather straight through your body.
I had blue jeans and chaps to cover my legs. I had my Posse uniform on, which consists of a long-sleeved shirt and vest. [...]
Jan 28
Pony Express
In the spirit of the Pony Express, which brought news and mail to the pioneer families out west, the Grimes County Sheriff Junior Deputy Mounted Posse will be re-creating a pony express run throughout the entire county on Saturday. This event coincides with Go-Texan events at the Grimes County Fairgrounds. They will have their barbeque [...]