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Fun with seeds, roots and stems
Fun with seeds, roots and stems
Michelle Wright Distinguished Extension Agent - F.C.H. Austin County reports that in February, EC-LGEG is on a roll at Sealy Elementary School. The students are taking com - plete advantage of the Junior Master Gardener program which encourages them to explore the many facets of gardening. This hands-on curriculum is full of excitement and fun! In weeks one and two, the students had fun cooking, and sorting plants, seeds, roots, and stems. They have learned how each part of the plant plays an important role to help it live and grow. 02/22/2023 23:00
Spring bird program
Spring bird program
WEIMAR - A program on the bird that heralds the coming of Spring, the purple martin, will be presented at the Weimar Pub - lic Library Friday, Feb. 24 at 10 a. m. Hosted by the Friends of the Weimar Public Library, 'Purple Martins 101' will provide infor - mation on attracting purple mar - tins, ways to become involved with the species, and interesting facts about the birds that migrate to this area yearly. 02/22/2023 23:00
DAR donates to local school libraries
DAR donates to local school libraries
Members of the Daughters of American Revolution, John Ev - erett Chapter, awarded checks to three local school libraries. 02/22/2023 23:00
Walk across Texas
Walk across Texas
Create healthy habits, lower your risk of disease, meet new friends and achieve your 2023 health goal. This program is in partnership with the Friends of the Weimar Library. Join Colo - rado County's upcoming 8-week Walk Across Texas which starts March 1. Walking is one of the least ex - pensive and easiest way to get fit says Ja'Shae Carter, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agent-Fami - ly and Community Health. Physi - cal activity helps reduce your risk of cancer, diabetes, heart disease and stroke. Increase your chances for success by creating a team of eight and joining your teammates as they walk towards a healthier life-style. For information or any ques - tions contact the Colorado Coun - ty Extension Office at (979) 7322530. Get moving! All you need is 30 minutes a day to realize the benefits of a healthier life. 02/22/2023 23:00
St. Mark's Medical Center pursues Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) Designation
St. Mark's Medical Center pursues Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) Designation
LA GRANGE – The governing Board of St. Mark’s Medical Center (St. Mark’s) voted unanimously to pursue becoming a Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) to allow the hospital to remain open and continue to provide select medical services to the community. Effective Feb. 18, St. Mark’s will only offer 24/7 emergency medical services, patient observation, and select outpatient services. This new option for St. Mark’s is possible through a recent Congressional Rural Emergency Hospital, or REH, designation for financially struggling rural hospitals, and was adopted under emergency rule by the Texas legislators on Jan. 13. 02/22/2023 23:00
Fayette County Judge issues plea on St. Mark's Hospital
Fayette County Judge issues plea on St. Mark's Hospital
LA GRANGE – In the wake of shutting down St. Mark’s Medical Center will be 64 employees on the chopping block. That is almost half of the staff at St. Mark’s. The hospital board decided to pursue a Rural Emergency Hospital designation instead of closing the entire facility down. 02/22/2023 23:00
MEETING SET FOR FUTURE SR. CITIZENS CENTER
MEETING SET FOR FUTURE SR. CITIZENS CENTER
COLUMBUS – A formation meeting for the Columbus Senior Citizens Center will be held Wednesday, March 22 at 10:30 a.m. at the Nesbitt Memorial Library in Columbus. Come give your feedback and what you would like to see in the center. The future senior center will be for active seniors seeking things to do and have fun. 02/15/2023 23:00
Chamber gets Paint and Sign grant
Chamber gets Paint and Sign grant
LA GRANGE – A Paint and Sign grant was awarded to the La Grange Area Chamber of Commerce by the City of La Grange’s Office of Community Develop ment. The program is open to businesses in the La Grange city Limits. 02/15/2023 23:00
Lunch-N-Learn Series in Austin County
Lunch-N-Learn Series in Austin County
BELLVILLE – The Bluebonnet Master Gardeners of Austin County are pleased to present the 2023 “Lunch-N-Learn” series hosted on the third Tuesday of each month from February-May and September-October. The overall series will feature topics related to horticulture with homeowners and backyard gardeners in mind! Speakers are ex- perts in their fields and practical gardeners with great tips and information for everyone. 02/15/2023 23:00
Second Chance donates to Camp Intervention
Second Chance donates to Camp Intervention
LA GRANGE – Second Chance Emporium (SCE) recently donated $5,200 to Camp Invention at the La Grange Elementary School. Monies donated will be used to sponsor 20 scholarships for students in need to attend the summer program. 02/15/2023 23:00
BANNER MARKETS
BANNER MARKETS
Cattle on hand: 550 Packer Cows: Higher dressing cutter cows, .75-.98; fatter utility cows, .60-.72; lower dressing thin cows, .42-.58 Packer bulls: Heavyweight bulls, .80-.89; lower dressing bulls, .80-.89 Steers: 200-300 lbs., 1.60- 02/15/2023 23:00
Bellville Rotary Club receives citation
Bellville Rotary Club receives citation
BELLVILLE – The Bellville Rotary received its eighth consecutive Presidential Citation. This citation was for the Rotary year 2021-22. Out of 56 clubs in the District 9350, Bellville Rotary is one of only 11 clubs that received this award. The Rotary Citation recognizes Rotary clubs that support the strategic priorities of the Rotary International. 02/15/2023 23:00
Sweethearts A constanct reminder of love
Sweethearts A constanct reminder of love
We like things that remain constant, even small things. Sweethearts Valentine candies are one of those things. In a world where change hits us every day in an ever-dizzying rush of “progress,” small simple pleasures that remain the same give us comfort and pleasure. Here is one example. 02/15/2023 23:00
Flatonia PD January Report
Flatonia PD January Report
The Flatonia PD made 423 calls for service for the month of January. 02/15/2023 23:00
Multi-County New Landowner Educational Series
Multi-County New Landowner Educational Series
The Multi-County New Landowner Education program is a series of eight informational meet- ings, seminars, and field days designed to make new landowners in Austin, Colorado, Fayette, & Washington counties aware of what types of agricultural enterprises are best for their property. 02/15/2023 23:00
Weimar FFA Sale raises over $162,000
Weimar FFA Sale raises over $162,000
WEIMAR – The Weimar FFA Sale was held Feb. 11 at the Weimar FFA Project Facility in Weiamr. The sale brought in $162,299 which is $15,413 more than last year’s total of $146,886. The exhibitors, animal, purchase price and buyers are as follows: 02/15/2023 23:00
Officer Rojas joins Sealy Police Department
Officer Rojas joins Sealy Police Department
SEALY – Sealy Police Department recently welcomed a new officer to its growing force. Patrol Officer Joe Rojas took the oath of office administered by Sealy Police Chief Jay Reeves 02/15/2023 23:00
K9 Apollo puts bite on crime
K9 Apollo puts bite on crime
SEALY – Sealy Police Department stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation on Interstate-10 at about the 722 mile-marker on Feb. 7. Patrol and the K9 Crim- inal Interdiction Unit teamed up and K9 Apollo alerted on 1.34 pounds of meth. 02/15/2023 23:00
Lions meeting has guest and award
Lions meeting has guest and award
COLUMBUS – The Columbus Lions Club held their weekly meeting Feb. 6 at Schobels in Columbus. 02/15/2023 23:00
Sidewalk installation at fast pace
Sidewalk installation at fast pace
Sidewalk installation at fast pace 02/15/2023 23:00
FC Czech Heritage Society holds meeting
FC Czech Heritage Society holds meeting
LA GRANGE – The Fayette County Czech Heritage Society (CHS) met on Feb. 5, in Hanslik Hall at the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange for their soup social and installation of officers. 02/15/2023 23:00
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