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Popeye, the Sailor Man, was real! Popeye was inspired by a sailor named Frank Fiegle, a rough-andtumble man. He smoked a pipe while holding it to one side of his mouth. 07/19/2023 23:00

Aaron’s Painting looks forward to new journey

Aaron’s Painting looks forward to new journey

Aaron’s Painting looks forward to new journey 07/19/2023 23:00

Bubela Real Estate celebrates new chapter

Bubela Real Estate celebrates new chapter

Bubela Real Estate celebrates new chapter 07/19/2023 23:00

Magical things happened at Nesbitt Memorial Library

Magical things happened at Nesbitt Memorial Library

Magical things happened at Nesbitt Memorial Library 07/19/2023 23:00

Vapor Depot rolls into LG

Vapor Depot rolls into LG

Vapor Depot rolls into LG 07/19/2023 23:00

Teams that will win in ’23-’24: Bellville boys basketball

Teams that will win in ’23-’24: Bellville boys basketball

The Bellville High School boy’s basketball team had a lot to be encouraged about after their 2022-2023 tenure. Of course they would like to have a winning record in district (6-6), but the 19-11 overall record brings optimism for the ’23-’24 season, especially under newly hired head coach Mason Loiodice. 07/19/2023 23:00

CEF to hold launch party

CEF to hold launch party

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EEA – On the Road Again!

EEA – On the Road Again!

SAN FELIPE – During the month of June, the EEA (Exten- sion Education Association) of Austin County, which is a direct 07/19/2023 23:00

29th Habitat home finished in Alleyton

29th Habitat home finished in Alleyton

ALLEYTON – The grand opening of the 29th habitat home on Canal Street in Alleyton, built by Colorado County Habitat for Humanity, makes it official for the house to be occupied. Own - 07/19/2023 23:00

Grand opening and ribbon cutting at Finance Home America

Grand opening and ribbon cutting at Finance Home America

COLUMBUS – The Columbus Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to the grand opening and ribbon cutting at Finance Home America, LLC, located at 1223 Bowie St. in beautiful downtown Columbus. The ribbon cutting will take place promptly at 4 p.m., followed by an open house, light refreshments by The Dewberry Café, and everyone’s favorite – door prizes. Be sure to bring your business cards for the door prize drawing. 07/19/2023 23:00

Fayette County Community Theatre “Back to the 80s” features over 60 community students

Fayette County Community Theatre “Back to the 80s” features over 60 community students

LA GRANGE – The Fayette County Community Theatre (FCCT) will present a production of “Back to the 80s” by Dean O’Carroll on Aug. 4, 5 and 6. Directed by Hayden Splawn with his assistant director Bryssa Rios and program director Melissa Weltner, the comedy features over 60 area students. 07/19/2023 23:00

Feathers, Furs, and Farming – Advice on Public and Private Hunting Lands

Feathers, Furs, and Farming – Advice on Public and Private Hunting Lands

WEIMAR – Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in Austin and Colorado counties is partnering with Texas Parks and Wildlife to host a Feathers, Furs and Farming program on Friday, Aug. 11. 07/19/2023 23:00

Amendment exemptions from jury service

Amendment exemptions from jury service

H.B. 2015 amends the Government Code to raise, from 70 to 75, the age at which a person qual- ifies for an exemption from jury service on the basis of age and the age at which a person may claim a permanent exemption from jury service. 07/19/2023 23:00

Columbus Historical Preservation Trust hosts Santa’s summer vaca

Columbus Historical Preservation Trust hosts Santa’s summer vaca

Catch Santa in his favorite summer vaca spot soaking up the A/C Saturday, July 29 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Hound Song Brewing Company in Columbus. 07/19/2023 23:00

Back to School Bash set

Back to School Bash set

Already the sounds of the school bell ringing is in the notso- distant future. To get ready for the kids to be ready for the first bell of the school year, a Back to School Bash will be held Saturday, Aug. 5, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Eagle Lake Community Center, 100 North Walnut Ave.in Eagle Lake. 07/19/2023 23:00

NEW ARRIVAL

JAMES Rory James and Justina Torres of Columbus announce the birth of their son, Nory Xander James, born May 30 at 12:09 p.m. at Columbus Community Hospital in Columbus. 07/19/2023 23:00

County seeks poll worker volunteers

County seeks poll worker volunteers

It's an extraordinary thing when you think about it. This group of citizens and neighbors band together for a single day (or several, if you include early voting) to make sure every American can exercise one of their most fundamental rights. 07/19/2023 23:00

Four take awards in 4-H competition

Four take awards in 4-H competition

EDNA – 4-H members descended upon Edna for the 2023 District 11 4-H Horse Show on May 31 and June 1. Four Fayette County 4-Her’s took home awards and competed in numerous events. 07/19/2023 23:00

Cocaine bust on I-10

Cocaine bust on I-10

Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek reported that on Friday, July 7, the Fayette County Sher- iff's Office Narcotics Canine Unit, Sgt. Randy Thumann and K9 partner Kolt stopped a Toyota truck on Interstate 10 at the 664 mile marker at approximately 4 p.m. for a traffic violation. 07/19/2023 23:00

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Footprints - James and Warren Lyons

Footprints - James and Warren Lyons

James Lyons, his wife, Martha and their children immigrated to Texas before 1830 and settled along the Navidad River in the area of present day Schulenburg. 07/19/2023 23:00