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The voices of calm: Austin County Telecommunications Department
The voices of calm: Austin County Telecommunications Department
04/26/2023 23:00
Texas German Society State Convention says Guten Tag to Mentz
Texas German Society State Convention says Guten Tag to Mentz
MENTZ – The Texas German Society held its Texas State Convention in Mentz on April 22. Convention delegates and guests from across the state were welcomed to Mentz Hall for the 40th Anniversary Convention. 04/26/2023 23:00
Banner Press Newspaper wins awards in STPA 2023 Better Newspaper Contest
Banner Press Newspaper wins awards in STPA 2023 Better Newspaper Contest
BOERNE – The Banner Press newspaper brought home awards won in the 2023 Better Newspaper Contest at the South Texas Press Association (STPA) Conference in Boerne this past week. 04/26/2023 23:00
The World’s Best Vegetable – for people who eat bad food
The World’s Best Vegetable – for people who eat bad food
I like cheeseburgers and chocolate ice cream, salty French fries and icy cold Cokes. I enjoy what most folks would call “bad food.” Bad food in the sense that it might not be so good for me. But, bad food tastes good, so most of us eat it and ignore the dangers to our health. 04/19/2023 23:00
Your ‘God’ place or mine?
Your ‘God’ place or mine?
I found safety and security in my mother’s arms as a child. I found all the answers to all my questions on Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. I learned about danger on The Roadrunner Show. As a child, I found a place to hide and just be. Unfortunately, those days are long past, and I sought my God place between the rows of tomatoes and squash. I found my refuge, my quiet place where God and I could commune. 04/19/2023 23:00
The urgency of preventing child abuse
The urgency of preventing child abuse
One of the most important responsibilities that all of us have – as individuals, families and communities – is to ensure the safety of the children in our lives and throughout our community. 04/19/2023 23:00
Did You Know...
Did You Know...
The standard U.S. ammo belt that was installed in fighter planes during WWII was 27 feet long. This is nine yards. 04/19/2023 23:00
3,002 SUNS
“3,002 SUNS”
Our landlord, Jorge, loves his suns. I am sure he loves his son, Jorge Jr., as well, but I am talking about the other kind of sun. 04/19/2023 23:00
Easiest arrest ever?
Easiest arrest ever?
WEIMAR – Sgt. Josh Jones was at the police department when a subject knocked on the office door at about 9:30 p.m. 04/19/2023 23:00
Positive parenting tips for raising positive-influenced kids
Positive parenting tips for raising positive-influenced kids
Tips for positive parenting 04/19/2023 23:00
Pecan Field Day slated
Pecan Field Day slated
WEIMAR – The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Offic - es of Colorado and Fayette coun - ties announce the 2023 Colora - 04/19/2023 23:00
Fayette County Cow-Calf Clinic and Trade Show
Fayette County Cow-Calf Clinic and Trade Show
LA GRANGE - Fayette County beef cattle production continues to be a top performer in the state of Texas year in and 04/19/2023 23:00
Birding Photo Contest up in the air
Birding Photo Contest up in the air
EAGLE LAKE – The City of Eagle Lake is looking for the best bird photo around. It can be sitting or flying or in its natural habitat. 04/19/2023 23:00
My Dream Home Youth Art Contest to open
My Dream Home Youth Art Contest to open
The theme of the My Dream Home contest is to foster the home’s importance and help people realize the dream of home ownership. 04/19/2023 23:00
Bellville: Get ready to party - again!
Bellville: Get ready to party - again!
BELLVILLE – Bellville is becoming known as the hot spot for fun times when anyone wants to get out and get going. This weekend is no exception when Fruehling Saengerfest kicks off on Sunday, April 23. The happenings takes place at Concordia Hall in Bellville. 04/19/2023 23:00
Parents as Teachers hosted PAT Easter Party
Parents as Teachers hosted PAT Easter Party
WEIMAR – Parents as Teachers (PAT) held a Group Connection Easter party for its PAT families. 04/19/2023 23:00
Schulenburg FFA advances to State in Farm and Agribusiness Management
Schulenburg FFA advances to State in Farm and Agribusiness Management
HUNTSVILLE – The Schulenburg FFA Farm and Agribusiness Management team recently performed at the Area XI contest in Huntsville. The team placed third and gave them the go-ahead to State. 04/19/2023 23:00
LCRA Steps Forward Day takes on projects
LCRA Steps Forward Day takes on projects
Hundreds of Lower Colorado River Authority employees fanned out across parts of Texas to volunteer on dozens of community projects during LCRA’s annual day of service, Steps Forward Day. 04/19/2023 23:00
High-Risk Delivery Demonstrates Expertise of Rural Hospitals and Providers
High-Risk Delivery Demonstrates Expertise of Rural Hospitals and Providers
55-year-old patient delivers healthy baby at Columbus Community Hospital 04/19/2023 23:00
South Central Texas Rural Philanthropy Day Tickets on Sale Now
South Central Texas Rural Philanthropy Day Tickets on Sale Now
LA GRANGE – The Fayette Community Foundation (FCF) proudly announces that they will be hosting the second South Central Texas Rural Philanthropy Day (RPD) on Friday, November 3, at the Randolph Recreation Center in La Grange. 04/19/2023 23:00
Former Eagle Lake police officer indicted and charged
Former Eagle Lake police officer indicted and charged
RESS Former Eagle Lake police officer Christopher Allan Cannon was indicted and charged with two felony counts out of district court and was booked in the Colorado County Jail on April 17. 04/19/2023 23:00
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