The slogan of Operation Freedom Paws—”Four paws, two feet, one team”—rings true for veteran Chris Ramirez, a local Marine Corps sergeant who is now currently suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. The nonprofit organization matched him with his service dog, Bobby, last June and provided training support for his four-legged companion.
Sarah Gomer, a freshman at San Benito High School, completed her 4-H All Star Project March 31. She is a member of Fairview 4-H and has been involved in 4-H since she was 9.