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FC 4-H compete in Calhoun County Livestock Judging Contest
FC 4-H compete in Calhoun County Livestock Judging Contest
FC 4-H compete in Calhoun County Livestock Judging Contest 11/01/2023 23:00
Statement from FC Judge Dan Mueller
Statement from FC Judge Dan Mueller
Fayette County Judge Dan Mueller issued the following statement, “The closing of St. Mark’s Hospital is a crippling loss for the City of La Grange and all of Fayette County. 10/25/2023 23:00
Fayette County recognized for Disaster Risk Infrastructure Program
Fayette County recognized for Disaster Risk Infrastructure Program
LA GRANGE – Fayette County was recently recognized for its participation in the Disaster Risk Infrastructure Program (DRIP) for under-resourced Texas communities, a program aimed at helping communities that experience regular flooding to be better prepared. 10/25/2023 23:00
DRT donates Texas history books to local libraries
DRT donates Texas history books to local libraries
The local chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas (DRT) donated Texas history items Oct. 18 to the St. Michael’s Catholic Church School in Weimar. 10/25/2023 23:00
TCHCC receives donation from Second Chance
TCHCC receives donation from Second Chance
TCHCC receives donation from Second Chance 10/25/2023 23:00
J. Mark Jameson named Weimar Police Chief
J. Mark Jameson named Weimar Police Chief
WEIMAR – J. Mark Jameson takes over the reigns of the Weimar Police Department with a deep background in law enforcement. 10/25/2023 23:00
An evening at the Old Brunson Saloon
An evening at the Old Brunson Saloon
COLUMBUS – Downtown Columbus was abuzz with excitement Oct. 14 as the kickoff to an evening at the old Brunson Saloon began. Event-goers lined up and enjoyed appetizers and then a dinner. There was a silent and live auction with music by DJ Jamie Cruz. A highlight was the live painting done by artist Stephen Henry, which was auctioned off towards the end of the evening. Proceeds from the event benefits the Live Oak Art Center’s educational outreach and programming, children’s art classes, facilities management and scholarship programs. 10/25/2023 23:00
Cardinals blasts Yoakum in shutout
Cardinals blasts Yoakum in shutout
COLUMBUS – The Columbus Cardinal varsity football team cruised to another victory vs Yoakum High School Oct. 20 as they shut them out by a final score of 35-0. 10/25/2023 23:00
Let’s think multi-dimensional
Let’s think multi-dimensional
HAMBER OF C OMMERCE October is a beautiful month in Texas and the evening of Saturday, October 14th did not disappoint as I attended my first Brunson Night Dinner in downtown Columbus– what fun for a good cause! 10/25/2023 23:00
Fayette County 4-H compete in Austin County Livestock Judging Contest
Fayette County 4-H compete in Austin County Livestock Judging Contest
BELLVILLE – Fayette County 4-H members competed in the Austin County Livestock Judging Contest on Oct. 14 in Bellville. 10/25/2023 23:00
Bellville Brahmanettes catches fire before playoffs
Bellville Brahmanettes catches fire before playoffs
The Bellville High School volleyball team recently went on an eight game winning streak with wins against teams such as Sealy, Wharton, and East Bernard. 10/25/2023 23:00
Wildcats slides past Shorthorns
Wildcats slides past Shorthorns
SCHULENBURG – Weimar football fought hard to beat Schulenburg High School Oct. 10/25/2023 23:00
Austin County Fair Youth Auction Sale brings in over $1.9 million breaking five records
Austin County Fair Youth Auction Sale brings in over $1.9 million breaking five records
Austin County Fair Youth Auction Sale brings in over $1.9 million breaking five records 10/25/2023 23:00
Performance issues that can affect older cars
Performance issues that can affect older cars
Battery 10/25/2023 23:00
Warning signs that brakes are faltering
Warning signs that brakes are faltering
Automotive problems are often best left to professionals. Though seasoned car enthusiasts may be capable of diagnosing and fix ing car troubles without the assistance of a trusted mechanic, most drivers are better off letting the pros address issues under the hood. 10/25/2023 23:00
Maintenance intervals drivers should know
Maintenance intervals drivers should know
Vehicles are among the most costly expenses individuals have. According to data from Kelley Blue Book, the average price paid for a new vehicle in the United States in September 2022 was $48,094. Canadian car buyers face an equally expensive reality in their country, where the average MSRP for a new car is more than $45,000. 10/25/2023 23:00
What certain noises may indicate about your car
What certain noises may indicate about your car
Automobiles have come a long way since their introduction more than 100 years ago. Though modern cars and trucks still employ some of the same principles as their forebears, the vehicles people drive today bear little resemblance to those that made waves in the early part of the twentieth century. 10/25/2023 23:00
Berclair Mansion holiday tour planned
Berclair Mansion holiday tour planned
GOLIAD – An unforgettable Holiday getaway is being hosted by the Casino Art Association Board and La Grange Main Street Sunday, Dec. 3 to the Berclair Mansion. The tour will leave La Grange at 8 a.m. and return by 5 p.m. The Mansion, which is outside of Goliad, will be decked out for the holidays and the trip will include a gourmet luncheon along with tours of the festive Mansion. Twenty-five plus vendors will also be on the grounds for holiday shopping at their Christmas Market You will step back in time at the Berclair Mansion and view pristinely preserved antiques that were collected by ranching heiress, Etta Wilkinson Terrell. This structure was built in 1936 by Terrell for herself and her four sisters. The entire structure is fireproof with 60 tons of cement and steel used and at the time it was believed to be the largest steel-strand home in the United States. 10/25/2023 23:00
Second Chance donates to Bugle Boy
Second Chance donates to Bugle Boy
Second Chance donates to Bugle Boy 10/25/2023 23:00
Brooke Wamjura places at State Fair of Texas
Brooke Wamjura places at State Fair of Texas
Brooke Wamjura places at State Fair of Texas 10/25/2023 23:00
Sheridan Fall
Sheridan Fall Festival
Princess Emery Peters of Sheridan and her trusted Unicorn steed graced her kingdom with her presence during the Sheridan Fall Festival on Oct. 21. In fact, several princesses made their way to the festival and had fun playing games. There was plenty to do and plenty of cakes to win. Photo by John Jones, Banner Press 10/25/2023 23:00
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