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Task force nabs two in meth, weapons case

SHERIDAN — On Wednesday, Feb. 24, at approximately 6:30 a.m., The Austin County-led Westside (HIDTA) Narcotics Task Force executed a search and arrest warrant at 6011 East 2nd in Sheridan. This operation was the culmination of a months-long...

Market Days this weekend in Bellville

BELVILLE — Bellville…Celebrate Texas’ Birthday weekend at two great shows in one small town, in downtown Bellville, featuring parking & admission to both and horse-drawn wagon rides between the markets and historical downtown area. Enjoy Market...

Schulenburg Lady Horn Airyanna Rodriguez

Schulenburg Lady Horn Airyanna Rodriguez, 23, goes for a layup at the Area matchup against the Normangee Panthers Monday night. The Panthers defeated the Lady Horns 64-53. Photo courtesy of Audrey Kristynik

Schulenburg Knights of Columbus Council 2902

Schulenburg Knights of Columbus Council 2902 hosted the District 190 Free Throw Championship on Feb. 13 at St. Rose of Lima Gym in Schulenburg. Pictured, front row, from left, Tom Muras of Council 2902; Ellie Hammack and Cal Schiffli, both of...

Heroin found in car battery

Fayette County Narcotics Officer Sgt. Randy Thumann and K9 partner Kolt caught more illegal drugs along I-10 Feb. 19. This time, the pair found seven kilos of brown heroin with an estimated street value of $670,000 inside the battery. Vehicle driver...

Fayette County sees active case spike

Vaccine distribution resumed across Texas and the Tri-County region this week following Winter Storm Uri. The multi-county vaccine distribution HUB in Brenham was administering first doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine beginning at 6 a.m. Tuesday...

News

Citywide garage sale set in Needville

NEEDVILLE — The Needville’s Citywide Garage Sale will be held Saturday and Sunday, March 20 and 21 beginning at 8 a.m. (rain or shine).

Sealy Chamber closed for repairs

SEALY — The Sealy Chamber of Commerce office will be closed for the next several weeks due to major water damage from broken pipes due to the freeze.

The Postscript

TRAVEL FANTASIES

I know I am not the only one having travel fantasies.

By Carrie Classon

Opinion

Political fallout from winter storm continues at Capitol

Political fallout from winter storm continues

By Gary Borders

Readers reminded election law begins at Legislature, not county

Legislation is one of the most important instruments of government in organizing society and protecting citizens.

By Rebecca Lacourse Colorado County Elections Administrator

Water issues follow winter storm Uri

Editor’s Note: The 77 counties mentioned in this column is out of date.

By State Capital Highlights By Gary Borders

Sports

K of C Diocese of Victoria Free Throw Contest Winners

GOLD MEDALISTS – (from left) Titan Targac of Flatonia, 13-year-old boys’ division; Blake Kessler of Flatonia, 14-year-old boys’ division; Cal Schiffli of Schulenburg, 9-year-old boys’ division; Jay

Cardinals third in La Grange Golf Tournament

LA GRANGE — The Columbus Cardinals played in the La Grange Invitational Golf Tournament Feb. 24 at the Frisch Auf Valley Country Club in La Grange.

Schulenburg Shorthorn Kenny King

Schulenburg Shorthorn Kenny King, #1, goes for a layup Tuesday night in a regional playoff game against the Sabinal Jackets. The shorthorns defeated the jackets 66-56.