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BANNER BRIEFS
WALDECK - The Central Texas Food Bank (CTFB) has de - cided to discontinue serving food as a drive-thru format. Now the Waldeck food truck will have food distribution as a walk-up method. Volunteers will distribute the food from tables. Every client needs to bring their own sturdy reusable bags and boxes. A few wagons will be furnished by CTFB, but if the client has their own wagon, please bring it. Waldeck food truck is on third Saturdays of each month from 10 to 11 a.m. The last date for 2023 is Dec. 16.
11/20/2023 23:00
GED classes in Eagle Lake resume
EAGLE LAKE Wharton County Junior College’s Adult Education & Literacy Program is resuming free High School Equivalency (HSE/GED) class - es in Eagle Lake. Classes will resume at the Eula and David Wintermann Memorial Library in Eagle Lake beginning on Jan. 23, 2024. Classes will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Interested students must attend an orientation and complete registration and testing prior to the first day of class.
11/20/2023 23:00
Local author brings the spirit of Gonzales to life
COLUMBUS - Meet Syd nie Gaston, the epitome of a true heroine, who comes to life in a way that will captivate audiences young and old in The Spirit of Gonzales, a work of historical fiction and one of five books by local author Betsy Wagner.
11/20/2023 23:00
Sharing God's Love - Columbus’s impact in Peru
11/20/2023 23:00
Flatonia celebrates 150 years
FLATONIA–Downtown Flatonia was buzzing with activity Nov. 18 as residents and visitors alike helped celebrate Flatonia’s 150-year birthday. The weather was slightly overcast, but no rain to dampen the spirit of the event.
11/20/2023 23:00
CCH dedicates new and expanded facilities with eye to the future
CCH dedicates new and expanded facilities with eye to the future
11/20/2023 23:00
Rev. Reyes guest speaker at Eagle Lake Noon Lions
EAGLE LAKE – The Rev. Sunshine Reyes, Pastor of First United Methodist Church in Columbus, was the guest speaker at Eagle Lake Noon Lions Club on Nov. 16.
11/20/2023 23:00
City of Columbus and CCIDC commit $100,000 to “Save Our Opera House”
The City of Columbus and Columbus Community Industrial Development Corporation (CCIDC) met the matching pledge challenge of an anonymous donor and approved $100,000 in funds for the “Save Our Opera House” capital campaign.
11/15/2023 23:00
State of the City Address of Eagle Lake shows future shines bright
ress EAGLE LAKE – The Eagle Lake Community Center was buzzing with excitement from a room full of citizens with the advent of the State of the City Address given by Mayor Tim Kelley and City Manager Tink Jackson.
11/15/2023 23:00
San Felipe de Austin celebrates 200 years
SAN FELIPE – San Felipe de Austin commemorates its founding 200 years ago in 1823. Reenacts and visitors came to the museum area of San Felipe and immersed themselves in time and fashion.
11/15/2023 23:00
Two Colorado County residents arrested for controlled substance
Members of the Austin County Regional Special Response Team (SRT) along with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Region 2 SRT nn Nov. 14, at approx. 5 a.m. executed arrest and search warrants at two separate residences in Colorado County.
11/15/2023 23:00
Tri-county area rebuffs State Prop 13
Proposition 13 was the only state proposition out of 14 propositions that Austin, Colorado and Fayette counties voted against. State Proposition 13 would have allowed judges to mandatorily retire at 79 instead of 75 and would have increased the minimum retirement age for judges from 70 to 75.
11/15/2023 23:00
Become Part of the Legacy
Students can apply for an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C
11/15/2023 23:00
Austin County Pecan Show to feature Dr. Monte Nesbitt
BELLVILLE – The Horticulture Committee of Austin County will host its Annual Pecan Show on Thursday, Nov. 30 at the Texas A&M AgriLife Ex- tension Office located at 800 E.
11/15/2023 23:00
“A Perfect Cup”
It's important to have a good coffee cup.
11/15/2023 23:00
Ease Stress, Anxiety, & Depression with a Vitamin
Stress, anxiety, and depression appear to be epidemic in our modern culture. Recent studies reveal that nearly 1 in 4 Americans are currently taking prescription mental health medication. Reasons for this increased societal anxiety may be difficult to determine. Many blame demonic social media, poor nutrition, and pathetic sleep habits. Some believe the lowered stigma regarding mental health issues may play a role. Include with this a toxic political climate, frightening current events, and the state of world affairs. I would also add an increasing lack of genuine spiritual connection, declining faith in God and subsequent shrinking church attendance as factors. As our once stable societal foundation is shaken in this country, many find them selves stressed, anxious, and depressed. While simple answers to hard problems are difficult to some by, here is something that might offer significant help vi tamin B12. Medical research has shown that B12 can be effective in treating anxiety and depression in humans.
11/15/2023 23:00
Private Applicator Training for 2024
BELLVILLE - If you plan on using a state-limited use or state-restricted use pesticide, such as Grazon P+D, 2 4-D, Weedmas - ter, etc., and need a license, the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service of Austin County will be hosting several Private Applica - tor Training classes during 2024 at the Austin County Extension Office, 800 E Wendt St. in Bell - ville. Books and study materials for the course may be purchased ahead of time at the Extension Of - fice for $50.00. A registration fee of $10.00 will be charged for the training. The registration fee will include the training and addition- al study materials. Payments need to be made by check or cash (exact change please). The training will begin at 1 p.m. and conclude at about 5 p.m., available on Fridays, Jan. 26, May 10, Aug. 2 and Nov. 1, 2024. The Texas Department of Agri -
11/15/2023 23:00
Columbus Community Hospital earns Level I Neonatal Care Designation
COLUMBUS - Columbus Community Hospital has earned a Level I Neonatal Facility des - ignation from the Texas Depart - ment of State Health Services.
11/15/2023 23:00
Stockton Emshoff Grand Champion at State Fair
11/08/2023 23:00
Austin County fugitive arrested in California
FUGITIVE ROMERO ROBINSON
11/08/2023 23:00
Bellville celebrates 175 years Texas style
BELLVILLE – Where else can you buy fresh veggies, wine and hear gunshots ring out in downtown Bellville? In most Texas towns, this is a Saturday occurrence. However, this year, it came with a jailbreak Nov. 4.
11/08/2023 23:00
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