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Outta’ Time
Outta’ Time
The year was 1955, and I was born into a world of excitement and wonder. By the time I was six, which seemed like an eternity to achieve, the world was my oyster and I could take my time to shuck it. No, I didn’t know what an oyster was at six, and I certainly didn’t know anything about shucking oysters. But I had all the time in the world to learn about and do it. 05/17/2023 23:00
“Happy Place”
“Happy Place”
I have a sticker that says “My Happy Place,” and I kept it for a while, wondering where to put it. In the end, I stuck it near my desk so I could see it while I write. I am usually happy when I’m writing. 05/17/2023 23:00
Hay & Forage Producers encouraged to submit samples for analysis
Hay & Forage Producers encouraged to submit samples for analysis
The Beef & Forage Committee of Austin County encourages beef cattle producers to turn in a sample of their hay for analysis at this year’s Austin County Hay Show. In the coming months, hay samples will be accepted at different locations throughout Austin County. The analysis will be done by the Texas A&M Forage testing lab and results will be available after the Annual Fall Forage Seminar at the Austin County Fairgrounds on October 6 or mailed directly to the producer following the program. Each location will have entry forms and directions for collecting samples. Collection boxes will be provided. In addition, the analysis is offered free of charge to anyone growing or feeding hay to livestock. 05/17/2023 23:00
Head to the hills for Fayetteville bike ride classic
Head to the hills for Fayetteville bike ride classic
FAYETTEVILLE – The rolling hills in the Fayetteville area is a fun-filled but challenging ride as the Fayetteville Good Old Bicycle Ride Classic pushes off on Sunday June 4 in downtown Fayetteville. The start point is at the Fayetteville Town Square at 8 a.m. and links road and gravel courses for a fresh 60 mile ride. 05/17/2023 23:00
Baile del Dia de las Madres fantastico!
Baile del Dia de las Madres fantastico!
The Tejano community came out to celebrate with music and dance for the Day of the Mothers or Mother's Day on May 13 at the Colorado County Fairgrounds in Columbus. Rodeo Norteno provided the uplifting music that crowded the dance floor. The Tejano Committee of the Colorado County Fair Association sponsored the event. Photos by John Jones, Banner Press 05/17/2023 23:00
New Justice of the Peace to fill big shoes
New Justice of the Peace to fill big shoes
COLUMBUS – Don Clark was sworn in as Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3, on May 11 by the Colorado County Commissioners Court to fill the unex pired term left void by the death of Judge Francis Truchard. 05/17/2023 23:00
Diggs , Fritsch and Magliolo returns home with gold
Diggs , Fritsch and Magliolo returns home with gold
Diggs , Fritsch and Magliolo returns home with g 05/17/2023 23:00
Attempted kidnapping thwarted
Attempted kidnapping thwarted
BELLVILLE – Bellville Police Chief Jason Smalley reported that this past week at about 1:30 p.m., May 10, an attempted kidnapping happened in the parking lot of the 7-Eleven store in Bellville. 05/17/2023 23:00
2023 Magnolia Days Festival brings big time fun to Columbus
2023 Magnolia Days Festival brings big time fun to Columbus
Columbus Chamber of Commerce to host annual springtime festival May 19-20 on historic courthouse square 05/10/2023 23:00
Outburst in the courthouse!
Outburst in the courthouse!
COLUMBUS – Colorado County Commissioners Court met on Monday, May 8, for their regular meeting. However, it was far from regular. 05/10/2023 23:00
Sealy man gets 60 years in TDC
Sealy man gets 60 years in TDC
BELLVILLE – Travis Koehn, Criminal District Attorney for Austin County, announced that a jury sentenced Damien Eveline, 44, of Sealy, to 60 years in the Texas Department of Corrections. The jury found Eveline guilty of tampering with evidence and a Habitual Felony Offender under the law. 05/10/2023 23:00
Bellville Chamber holds 100th Jubilee Celebration
Bellville Chamber holds 100th Jubilee Celebration
BELLVILLE – It was the cat’s pajamas at the Bellville Chamber of Commerce 100th Jubilee Celebration on May 4 in Bellville. 05/10/2023 23:00
Byron Balke re-elected to Bluebonnet Board of Directors at Annual Meeting
Byron Balke re-elected to Bluebonnet Board of Directors at Annual Meeting
BASTROP – About 450 Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative members and guests filled The Silos on 77 event center in Giddings on May 9, for the co-op's Annual Meeting. 05/10/2023 23:00
AC Livestock Association annual meeting slated
AC Livestock Association annual meeting slated
CAT SPRING - The 73rd annual meeting of the Austin County Livestock Association will be held on Thursday, June 1, at the Cat Spring Agricultural Hall in Cat Spring. 05/10/2023 23:00
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BANNER COURTS
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Derby done Texas style
Derby done Texas style
BELLVILLE – Hats and hospitality are big in Texas but during the Derby party at High Noon Saloon in Bellville on May 6 was even bigger! The High Noon Saloon was packed for the second year in a row with a Run for the Roses Kentucky Derby Party. The band was adorable and the saloon was full of good music and lots of food, mint juleps and laughter. 05/10/2023 23:00
Colorado County 4-H’ers compete in District Photo Contest
Colorado County 4-H’ers compete in District Photo Contest
Colorado County 4-H’ers compete in District Photo Contest 05/10/2023 23:00
Thunder by the Colorado a thunderous success
Thunder by the Colorado a thunderous success
COLUMBUS – There was hardly a cloud in the sky but the thunder of exhaust pipes coming from souped-up trucks and tractors made it sound like all heck was breaking loose - and the crowd loved it. The weather was great, the trucks and tractors were fantastic and the stands were packed. 05/10/2023 23:00
Opry features musical groups in May
Opry features musical groups in May
LA GRANGE - The Fayette County Country Music Club will host their monthly Opry Monday, May 15 at the Knights of Columbus Hall in La Grange. The show starts at 7 p.m. and the doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Admission is Larry Waddell grew up in Bernardo. His early influences in music were Elvis Presley and Earnest Tubb because these were his dad’s favorites. His brother and he started a band when he was 14 and even recorded a 45 record. He is currently working on recording an album of original songs with Van Lange music in Houston. 05/10/2023 23:00
AC Fair slates Home Economic Entry Policies
AC Fair slates Home Economic Entry Policies
BELLVILLE – The Austin County Fair Association has announced rules for the Home Economic entries for this year’s fair in October. 05/10/2023 23:00
Eagle Lake Intermediate Students of the Month
Eagle Lake Intermediate Students of the Month
Eagle Lake Intermediate Students of the Month 05/10/2023 23:00
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