The Marshall Pet Adoption Center (MPAC) is proud to be invited to participate in DOGust 1st. This annual event, hosted by North Shore Animal League, recognizes Aug. 1 as the birthday of all shelter dogs.
Looking for a fur-ever friend? MPAC is offering a paw-some adoption rate of $25 for all pups through Wednesday, Aug. 7.
Can’t commit but want to help? Consider fostering a pet! To learn more about this program, visit the Friends of Marshall Animals website.
Questions? Call MPAC at (903) 935-4530 between 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday or 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. MPAC is located at 2502 E. Travis St. Find them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MPDAnimalControl.
‘Discover Our Parks’ Photo Contest
In July, the Marshall News Messenger hosted a “Discover Our Parks” photo contest in conjunction with Parks and Recreation month. Voting is currently underway through Sunday, Aug. 4.
Winners have a chance to win $150 treasure chest of gift cards to local restaurants and entertainment venues.
The winning photo will be featured, along with the top 10 runners up, in the News Messenger print product!
Special thanks to Patterson Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Marshall who also sponsored the contest.
Vote online at https://www.marshallnewsmessenger.com/contests.
Memorial City Hall Concerts
Tickets for the 2024-2025 season at Memorial City Hall go on sale to the public on Monday, Aug. 5 at 10 a.m.
Georgette Jones, daughter of George Jones & Tammy Wynette, Saturday, Sept. 14, 7:30 p.m.
Uptown, R&B and Motown, Saturday, Oct. 19, 7:30 p.m.
Deana Carter, country music, Saturday, Nov. 2, 7:30 p.m.
Dallas String Quartet, Bach meets Bon Jovi, Friday, Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m.
Music of Sam Cooke with Bradd Marquis, Saturday, Jan. 18, 7:30 p.m.
Shenandoah, country music legend, Saturday, Jan. 25, 7:30 p.m.
My Funny Valentine, stand-up comedy, Saturday, Feb. 15, 7:30 p.m.
Linda Davis, acoustic show, Saturday, March 8, 7:30 p.m.
Already Gone, Eagles’ tribute band, Saturday, April 5, 7:30 p.m.
For more information or to buy tickets, go to https://www.memorialcityhall.com.
Donation Opportunities
The Marshall Public Library (MPL) is collecting boxes and/or bags of cereal during the month of Aug. to benefit Mission Marshall. The library is located at 300 S. Alamo Blvd. For more information, call MPL at (903) 935-4465.
The Marshall Pet Adoption Center (MPAC) has an ongoing need for newspapers to line animal cages. Donations may be dropped off at any time in the donation bin located outside under the front porch. Call MPAC at (903) 935-4530 for more information.
Upcoming Events
Aug. 3: Market on the Square (Downtown)
Aug. 6-7: Pickleball (Convention Center)
Aug. 6: Keep Marshall Beautiful board meeting (Library)
Aug. 7: Library Board of Trustees meeting (Library)
Aug. 8: Genealogy Club (Library)
Aug. 8: City Council meeting (City Hall)
Aug. 10: Market on the Square (Downtown)
Aug. 10: Arts in the Park (Smith Park)
Aug. 10: Cruise Night on Main Street (Downtown)
Aug. 13-14: Pickleball (Convention Center)
Aug. 15: Marshall Downtown Development Corporation Meeting (Synergy Park)
Aug. 15: Visit Marshall board meeting (Memorial City Hall)
