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“All the Flowers”
“All the Flowers”
I was reluctant to come back from Mexico this spring, knowing it would still be cold and wet and cloudy. But I’d gotten used to looking for pretty things while in Mexico. I wanted to share the festivals and the art and the colors. I’d been taking pictures and sharing them on Facebook so my friends and family could see a little bit of the world that surrounded me. 07/19/2023 23:00
The SOUL of an ONION
The SOUL of an ONION
“In the onion is strength; and a garden without it lacks flavor. 07/19/2023 23:00
Miniature Golf at Nesbitt Library?
Miniature Golf at Nesbitt Library?
Definitely not par for the course 07/19/2023 23:00
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    1
Tax-relief plan headed to governor
Tax-relief plan headed to governor
Proponents are calling it the “biggest property tax cut in Texas history.” Both chambers of the Texas Legislature passed an $18 billion package during the second special session, the Austin American-Statesman reported. 07/19/2023 23:00
Letter to the editor...
Letter to the editor...
Note: The originator of this letter requested that this letter be published unedited in any way. 07/19/2023 23:00
BANNER COURTS
BANNER COURTS
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
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
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
NEW ARRIVAL
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
CEF to hold launch party
CEF to hold launch party
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
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