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La Grange Chapter War on Drugs receives donation
La Grange Chapter War on Drugs receives donation
LA GRANGE – Second Chance Emporium (SCE) recently donated $1,000 to the La Grange Chapter of War on Drugs - Projection Graduation. Monies donated helped to fund an overnight bus trip for La Grange High School graduating seniors to a state university's recreational facility. This trip included a drug-free graduation celebration in a safe environment for those who attended. Prizes and food were included throughout this 06/07/2023 23:00
The Banner Press Newspaper places at state competition
The Banner Press Newspaper places at state competition
ROUND ROCK – The Banner Press Newspaper attended the Texas Press Association Conference June 1 through 3 at the Kalahari Resort in Round Rock. 06/07/2023 23:00
Bees attack Plum man
Bees attack Plum man
PLUM – Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek reported that on Tuesday afternoon around 4:37 p.m., the Fayette- County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call reporting a male subject laying on the ground being attacked by bees on Plum Main Street in Plum. 06/07/2023 23:00
Mail thieves arrested
Mail thieves arrested
LA GRANGE – Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek reported that on Tuesday morning around 12:30 a.m., the Fay- ette County Sheriff's Office re ceived a call on a suspicious blue truck on U.S. Hwy 77 just north of La Grange. 06/07/2023 23:00
“Footprints”
“Footprints”
“They put in a new sidewalk,” my neighbor said, "and the first thing that happened was, a cat walked across the cement and left little footprints!” 06/07/2023 23:00
MORE Summer  Time Fun!
MORE Summer Time Fun!
MORE Summer Time Fun! 06/07/2023 23:00
Allen and Lee join Weimar PD
Allen and Lee join Weimar PD
WEIMAR - New police offi cers Robin Allen and Dalton Lee received their badges in a swearing- in ceremony performed by Municipal City Judge Linda Kobersky on June 5 at the Weimar City Hall in Weimar. 06/07/2023 23:00
Fayette County Fair scholarships awarded
Fayette County Fair scholarships awarded
The Fayette County Fair’s commitment to youth and edu- cation and the field of agriculture is best demonstrated by its scholarship program. In 2023, the Fayette County Fair Association will again continue its academic scholarship presentation. 06/07/2023 23:00
FC Fair Associaton seeks queen and junior miss contestants
FC Fair Associaton seeks queen and junior miss contestants
Attention young ladies entering sixth through 12th grades in a Fayette County school or home schooled in Fayette County for the 2023-24 school year,. 06/07/2023 23:00
Weimar local attains priesthood
Weimar local attains priesthood
Luke Prihoda had his sights on the catcher’s mitt instead of the calling of the cross during his younger years. He played high school baseball in Weimar and college baseball for four years before moving to the minor leagues. After playing in the minor leagues, he coached for two years before realizing that God may have vested him with more than a strong arm and a commanding presence as a coach. 05/31/2023 23:00
First State Bank CEO and Chairman of the Board dies suddenly
First State Bank CEO and Chairman of the Board dies suddenly
COLUMBUS – Karl Hill, whose career spanned 35 years at The First State Bank of Columbus, died suddenly at his home in Columbus on May 22 at the age of 58. 05/31/2023 23:00
Lest We Forget…Always Remember
Lest We Forget…Always Remember
RESS SCHULENBURG – The annual Memorial Day Observance was held on May 29 at Wolters Park in Schulenburg. As it was across the nation, veterans and their families and those who wanted to publicly honor those who lost their lives in saving ours gathered together to remember the fallen. 05/31/2023 23:00
Schulenburg Shorthorn golf team with Coach Richard Hoogendoorn
Schulenburg Shorthorn golf team with Coach Richard Hoogendoorn
Schulenburg Shorthorn golf team with Coach Richard Hoogendoorn 05/31/2023 23:00
Columbus boys follow girls golf with state tourney bid
Columbus boys follow girls golf with state tourney bid
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Weimar softball comes back in regional final series to head back to state
Weimar softball comes back in regional final series to head back to state
The Weimar High School softball team is headed back to state with another dominant season. 05/31/2023 23:00
Weimar Vets edge New Ulm Firemen
Weimar Vets edge New Ulm Firemen
WEIMAR - After a forfeit win against Jackson County in the first game, the Vets recorded their second win of the early sea - son, 12-10. 05/31/2023 23:00
Cardinals strong season comes to a close in baseball
Cardinals strong season comes to a close in baseball
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UIL 2023 BOYS GOLF STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
UIL 2023 BOYS GOLF STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
AUSTIN - The UIL 05/31/2023 23:00
Columbus football's Adam Schobel gaining Division One College interest
Columbus football's Adam Schobel gaining Division One College interest
Adam Schobel is the starting quarterback for the Columbus High School football team and can put his throws on a dime. Schobel has led his team to deep playoff runs in each of his last two seasons and has captured the attention of division one col - lege coaches. Schobel currently has offers from University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), Sam Houston State, Oklahoma State, Houston, and Baylor. 05/31/2023 23:00
KARL EDWARD HILL
KARL EDWARD HILL
Karl Edward Hill, devoted husband and father, departed this world and went to be with our Lord on May 22, 2023 at the age of 58, while at his home in Columbus, Texas. 05/31/2023 23:00
Weimar finishes 3rd in TGCA Softball Poll
Weimar finishes 3rd in TGCA Softball Poll
The Weimar High School soft- ball team has finished third in the Texas Girls Coaches Associ- ation (TGCA) softball poll after an overall regular season record of 37-7-1 and 11-2 record in dis - trict. The Lady Wildcats have been atop the TGCA poll for the majority of the season due to the strong leadership from head coach Roger Maupin and elite pitching from Colorado State University softball commit Rea - 05/31/2023 23:00
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