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Artist Offers Services in Courthouse Renewal
Artist Marcy Dunn and the Hill Country Turners have come up with a great way of raising funds to rebuild the Mason County Courthouse. Trees around the Courthouse were damaged in the fire and had to be removed. Marcy proposed making wooden bowls from Pecan wood salvaged from the downed trees. Bowls and other items will be offered for auction as a fundraiser. Pictured here, Bobbie McMillan, left, president of the Friends of the Courthouse, receives the first bowl from Marcy Dunn. Photo by Gerry Gamel.
When the Mason County courthouse was destroyed by an arsonist on February 4th of this year, it was an emotional blow for the residents of the county. The most visible symbol of Mason County, and a beautiful centerpiece to the historic town square, its loss was felt by not just the community; but, by the many other people around the area and the state who shared a connection to Mason County. The reaction to the loss of the courthouse spurred many to action.
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