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Child care centers closing across state
Child care centers closing across state
An unprecedented number of child care centers are expected to close across the state as pandemic relief funding ends, the Texas Standard reported. A survey conducted by the Texas Association for the Education of Young Children of about 1,600 child care programs indicated 44% were likely to close their doors without additional funding. Federal pandemic relief funds ended for most centers in June. 08/09/2023 23:00
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
– Columbus has amenities for tourists and children but, sadly, not for its senior citizens. Several playgrounds with elaborate equipment have been built and maintained year after year. 08/09/2023 23:00
Multi-County New Landowner Educational Series to start in August
Multi-County New Landowner Educational Series to start in August
The Multi-County New Landowner Education program is a series of eight informational meetings, seminars, and field days designed to make new landowners in Austin, Colorado, Fayette and Washington counties aware of what types of agricultural enterprises are best for their property. 08/09/2023 23:00
“Summer Cold”
“Summer Cold”
So, I got a cold. 08/09/2023 23:00
Quick, convenient and delicious Back-to-School snack ideas
Quick, convenient and delicious Back-to-School snack ideas
Back to school is a time of new beginnings for kids. Between classroom learning, extracurricular activities, sports and social- izing, fun and filling snacks can help kids have a moment away from school-year pressures while also encouraging all that excitement and learning. 08/09/2023 23:00
Tales of an Outlaw Teacher – episode 1
Tales of an Outlaw Teacher – episode 1
In another life, I labored within the bowels of the California public school system for 17 years. This was a productive, though trying time for me, as evidenced in part by the following story… I spent the first two years of my teaching career at Liberty Elementary School in Riverside, California (Room 3 - 6th grade). The school was home to many colorful characters. We had Mr. Hernandez, the school principal (he was super cool - think Ricardo Montalban on Fantasy Island). He was always relaxed, no matter the crisis. I think his biggest concern was not spilling grape soda on his polyester golf slacks. Then there was Mrs. Phillian, next door (she was a battle-hardened classroom veteran). My friend Mr. Heath, from across the hall, was perhaps the funniest teacher I ever met. He could never walk past my classroom TV and VCR without reaching out his hand and feigning electrical shock. He got a reaction from me every time. And the students… Memorable was Billy Maruffo. He was the only kid in 6th grade who had to shave (I think he was 19). His favorite pastime was mooning the school bus every morning before boarding. 08/09/2023 23:00
LOOKING DOWN FROM THE SADDLE
23rd Anniversary
23rd Anniversary 08/09/2023 23:00
BANNER MARKETS
BANNER MARKETS
Cattle on hand: 734 Packer Cows: Higher dressing cutter cows, 95-1.17; fatter utility cows, .84-.93; lower dressing thin cows, .45-.82 Packer bulls: Heavyweight bulls, 1.15-1.30; lower dressing bulls, 1.00-1.11 Steers: 200-300 lbs., 2.40-3.00; 08/09/2023 23:00
Colorado County Senior Connections gather at Stafford Opera House
Colorado County Senior Connections gather at Stafford Opera House
COLUMBUS - The Colorado County Senior Connections (CCSC) continue to host a number of seniors who are 55 and older for fun, games and food. Starting the morning off at 10 a.m. with coffee, tea, cards and dominoes, seniors fellowship and eat lunch. It gets serious when the Bingo cards come out. Bob and Nancy Stiles of Columbus sponsor the month of August. Come into the air conditioning at the Stafford Opera House in Colubus every first and third Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. It's a ll free. 08/09/2023 23:00
Deputy Mecayla Ream receives Commendation
Deputy Mecayla Ream receives Commendation
Deputy Mecayla Ream receives Commendation 08/09/2023 23:00
Austin Moore named Fayette County Deputy of the Quarter
Austin Moore named Fayette County Deputy of the Quarter
Austin Moore named Fayette County Deputy of the Quarter 08/09/2023 23:00
BANNER BRIEFS
BANNER BRIEFS
EAGLE LAKE - The schedule for the Eagle Lake Senior Cit - izen Dance held the first Friday of each month from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Eagle Lake Community Center at 100 W. Walnut in Eagle Lake is: Sept. 1-Scot Wilkinson & EZ Country; Oct. 6-Boogie Allen Band; Nov. 3-Blue Denim; and Christmas Dance Dec. 1. 08/09/2023 23:00
St. Mary’s Praha Parish Picnic set
St. Mary’s Praha Parish Picnic set
FLATONIA - Father Gabriel and the parishioners of St. Mary's Church, Praha invite the public to their annual Parish Picnic on Tuesday, Aug. 15 in Praha. The celebration begins with a Mass at 10 a.m. Beginning at 11 a.m., a meal will be served featuring Famous Praha Stew and Fried Chicken. Drive thru plates-to-go will be available for business and indi - viduals - just follow the signs when you reach Praha. Bands providing music throughout the day include Pra - ha Bros., Red Ravens, and Mark Halata and Texavia. Come meet your friends and family and dance the night away. Fun for the day will include a country store, cake walk, plant walk, fish pond, ring toss and many other games. A raffle draw - 08/09/2023 23:00
KULM to celebrate 50 years on the air
KULM to celebrate 50 years on the air
COLUMBUS – KULM is 08/09/2023 23:00
Three arrested in Mullins
Three arrested in Mullins
Prairie burglaries 08/02/2023 23:00
2023 Colorado County Fair Queen and Jr. Queen contestants unveiled
2023 Colorado County Fair Queen and Jr. Queen contestants unveiled
2023 Colorado County Fair Queen and Jr. Queen contestants unveiled 08/02/2023 23:00
Cold case murder victim identified after 47 years
Cold case murder victim identified after 47 years
The Colorado County Sheriff's Office received a call about human remains found near Sandy Creek on Shell Plant Road on July 17, 1976, in Sheridan. This case was initially investigated by Sher - iff "Doc" Mueller, Chief Deputy Jim Broussard, Investigator Bill Esterling, and Deputy James Brooks. Justice of the Peace Pct. 1, Judge Richard Schmidt, arrived and requested an autopsy at the Harris County Medi - cal Examiners' Office. After completion of the autopsy, it was determined the remains belonged to an unidentified fe - male and the manner of death was hom - 08/02/2023 23:00
Sealy little league softball dominating in World Series
Sealy little league softball dominating in World Series
KIRKLAND, Wash. – The Greater Sealy Little League softball team has clinchJuly 30, 11-1 vs Latin America, then won their second game, July 31, 15-0 against Europe-Africa. 08/02/2023 23:00
Flatonia freshman volleyball camp
Flatonia freshman volleyball camp
Flatonia freshman volleyball camp 08/02/2023 23:00
Bellville's Fishbeck, Linseisen appear on TSWA 4A All-State Baseball Team
Bellville's Fishbeck, Linseisen appear on TSWA 4A All-State Baseball Team
Tyler Fishbeck and Blake Linseisen of Bellville baseball have graced their names on the Blue Bell/TSWA Class 4A All-State Baseball Team. Both of these players were seniors and were a crucial part in helping the Brahmas post another stellar record of 21-10-1 last season. 08/02/2023 23:00
Round Top-Carmine’s Weishuhn goes from multi-sport athlete to multi-sport coach
Round Top-Carmine’s Weishuhn goes from multi-sport athlete to multi-sport coach
Round Top-Carmine coach Catie Weishuhn calls the shots in track, basketball, and volleyball as head coach and has had plenty of success. Weishuhn also played multiple sports at Giddings High School and ultimately pursued softball, pursuing it so much that she ended up playing college ball at Blinn College, then transferred to St. Edwards University in Austin and became a volunteer assistant after her playing career. Weishuhn played two years at each school. 08/02/2023 23:00
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