Patrick Ratliff, baby boy of Joel and Betty, was one year old February 21st. On Saturday, February 20th his Dad, Mom, Garrett and Erin hosted a birthday party for him at their home in Cherokee. Family and friends from Cherokee, San Saba, Liberty Hill and Llano attended his Sesame Street themed party. Happy 1st Birthday Patrick!

Sherry Cross’s brother died Sunday morning in San Angelo.

Tiffany Jackson will be married on Saturday, March 13,2010 in Abilene.

Jay Parr is in the North Austin Hospital. He had surgery last week and spent several days in ICU. He is now in a room but will have to spend several more days in the hospital.

Ray Salinas passed away in Austin last week. His funeral service was held in Austin on Monday. At a later date, there will be a service in Cherokee. Ray was loved by all in Cherokee. He will be missed.

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