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 The first bit of information that I offer my people is, “We must support Black media outlets, such as the Informer Newspaper of Walter and Maxine Session, as well as every other positive Black media outlet that we have.

” Wasn’t it Hosea in the Bible who said, “My people thrist for the lack of knowledge”? It’s as true today as it was two thousand and some years ago. Once we get our Black media together, then we can get all of our people on the same page. God Bless America, Africa and Black media outlets which constantly remind us that the issues of African Americans are important to Black people.  The Myrtis Dightman Labor Day Rodeo was held labor day weekend at the Porth Agriculture Arena in Crockett to a packed house of enthusiastic rodeo fans. Legendary African American cowboy, Myrtis Dightman of Houston, a Crockett native participated in the parade and other festivities of the Rodeo. Dightman, a member of the Cowboy Hall of Fame told me he still enjoys riding in his rodeo and helping the young people of East Texas any way that he can. He added that this year’s Rodeo had cowboys and cowgirls from all over the state and other states competing for prizes. Houston businessman J. T. Thompson, a Crockett native, hosted the Firs Annual Labor Day Western Fashion Show at the Crockett Civic Center, in conjunction with the Myrtis Dightman Rodeo.  Singer Tony Henry of Houston, a Crockett High graduate, who recently signed a contract with hit rapper Chamelionaire, was the featured singer. Megan Cook, a singer, dancer and rodeo performer from Grapeland displayed her singing talent at the Western Fashion Show.

Until next time ~ Billy “Hollywood” Groves

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