GROVES — The Groves Chamber of Commerce & Tourist Center will is accepting nominations for their 2017 Groves Mother of the Year Essay Contest through noon on Friday, May 5.

To nominate your mother, submit a letter stating why she should be selected “Mother of the Year” in 300 words or less. Also, include her name and address as well as your name and address and daytime phone number. The only restriction is the nominee must be a resident of Groves. A committee will review the entries and the person who submitted the winning entry will be notified the week of May 8^th.

Please submit your letter of nomination to the Groves Chamber of Commerce & Tourist Center by noon on Friday, May 5^th. The Chamber office is located at 4399 Main Ave., Groves. The Chamber telephone number is (409) 962-3631.