The Mighty Mustang Band marches down Main Street during Saturday’s Veterans Parade while members of American Legion Austin Reed Post #84 carry the colors to honor those who served in the armed forces.

NORTH ZULCH — North Zulch FFA members capped off a packed October with livestock competitions, leadership contests and hands-on career training across several agriculture classes. Students exhibited livestock at three major events, including the Heart O’ Texas Sheep Show, State Fair of Texas Breeding Goat and Lamb Show and the Brazos Valley Show.

City Council approved a conditional use permit Monday for a duplex conversion, heard a proposal for new baseball fields and received updates on child advocacy services. The council voted unanimously Nov.

The Bedias Creek Soil and Water Conservation District elected Stephen Petri as president last week, following the recent death of board leader Charlie Price. Charles Nash nominated Petri for the position, unanimously approved by board members.

SUPERINTENDENT’S REFLECTIONS Last month, I wrote about what “Inspiring Learning” really means. This month’s topic is focused on how NZISD Inspires Learning by Ensuring Financial Responsibility.

MUSEUM MUSINGS To avoid wasted words, below when I say war, I mean World War II unless I say otherwise. Carl Ben McGinty (1911-1962), Larry McGinty’s father, was a Merchant Marine in that war, and was working in Pearl Harbor on that fateful day, December 7, 1941.

FROM THE DESK OF THE ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL Our elementary students recently enjoyed The NED Show, a school-based character education program featuring the beloved cartoon character NED. His name stands for Never give up, Encourage others, and Do your best.

FROM THE SECONDARY PRINCIPAL As we step into November, I want to take a moment to applaud our students and families for making the first 12 weeks of school truly outstanding. Your dedication and support have set a strong foundation for the rest of the year.

CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS The Texas electorate approved all 17 constitutional amendments on the ballot last week, the Houston Chronicle reported. Those included measures to raise the homestead exemption and reduce property taxes for businesses, and to provide $1 billion annually for a statewide water fund.