The Texana Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas presented a Proclamation designating March as Texas History Month to Jackson County Judge Jill S. Sklar for her signature on Thursday, February 27. The historic month begins with a celebration of Texas independence, which was declared March 2, 1836. Other events honored during March include Sam Houston’s birthday, also on March 2 in 1793, and remembrance of Alamo heroes and Goliad heroes. Members of the Edna-based Chapter present at the signing from left, Jean Shores, Treasurer; Judge Jill Sklar, Jackson County Judge; Vanessa Harrah, President; Shanna Norris, Chaplain.
