MCLENNAN COUNTY (September 6, 2012)--The McLennan County Republican Party has a new headquarters on N. Valley Mills Drive.

They will be celebrating their new home in the West View Village Shopping Mall at 6 p.m. Friday.

The party is led by newly elected County Chairman Ralph Patterson.

He will deliver a message, followed by an official ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Congressman Bill Flores.

Texas’ Republican National Committeewoman Borah Van Dormolen will be in attendance, along with Texas Senator Brian Birdwell who will present flags.

“Victor,” the 11-foot elephant, will be on scene along with other elected officials.

Following the launch, the office will officially open Monday.

Hours of operation are from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. through the November election.