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Musings by Marilou: Be One of the Helpers

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Fred Rogers often told this story about when he was a young boy and would see scary things on the news: “My mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’ To this day, especially in times of disaster, I remember my mother’s words, and I am always comforted by realizing that there are still so many helpers — so many caring people in this world.”

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Dear Editor,

Thinking Out Loud:

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Of all the lessons to be learned from the COVID-19 crisis that now faces the world, one thing should stand out -- that China should, forever and always, be held accountable for its deliberate cover-up of the coronavirus outbreak in Wuhan, and its devastating consequences on human life across the globe.

Tx DMV

On March 13, 2020, Governor Greg Abbott declared a state of disaster for all counties in Texas due to the threat of COVD-19. Governor Abbott issued a statement on March 16, 2020, granting a temporary extension to obtain initial registration, renewal of registration, and renewal of a permanent disabled parking permit. Governor Abbott also granted a temporary extension for an individual with an expired 30-day temporary permit to obtain another permit or Texas registration.

Covenant Mobile Mammogram Van Reschedule

The Covenant Mobile Mammography Van, which visits Seminole monthly, will not be available on April 7 as previously scheduled. Residents will be notified when the unit will make its next appearance. To schedule a mammogram, once the new date is announced, call 806-725-6579 or 1-877-494-4797 to make an appointment.

To Mennonite Churches and Pastors, and ALL Churches

The country is in a crisis and has asked us to help. First, let’s pray. Gods got this. This will pass and our country will recover better than ever. Second, there is no conspiracy here, no “us versus them.“ The government was as surprised as we were and is doing its best, but they need our help. We can help by canceling large gatherings, fundraisers, and being OK with worshiping at home. This virus doesn’t care if you are a Democrat or Republican, and avoiding large gatherings is a known deterrent. The government is not demanding it, they are asking, so let’s do our part. Let’s be a light and testimony by helping where we can with common sense and faith in a God who made a trillion stars and has a destiny for you and me. Luv u guys!

Musings by Marilou: Staying Connected

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Sunday morning, while I was in my comfy PJs, drinking a cup of coffee, and holding my cell phone, I virtually participated in a church service 13 hours away in South Louisiana. Who would have thought something that soothing could be found during a pandemic? Thank you, Steve Jobs.

Sam Holbrooks: Thinking Out Loud: Shorts

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COVID-19 Update: From the South Plains Public Health District

Thinking Out Loud: The Politics of Pandemic

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The world has a new enemy called coronavirus, or COVID-19. There are other things I could devote some ink to this week, but for the first time since 9/11, it seems to be the only thing people worldwide are talking about, and justifiably so. While we have to take it seriously, it is one whose reputation is scarier than its reality.