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Columbus Chamber of Commerce staff changes
Columbus Chamber of Commerce staff changes
COLUMBUS – A dedicated staff member of the Columbus Chamber of Commerce, Shelley Janik, has accepted the position of office manager. Shelley works tirelessly every day for the chamber’s members. She is the cheerful voice you hear when you call and the cheerful face you see when you come to the office. She is always upbeat and seeks to meet the needs of chamber members, the community at large, the visitors and tourists. 05/08/2024 23:00
Seniors Together holds successful fundraiser
Seniors Together holds successful fundraiser
COLUMBUS – The Seniors Together group, both Columbus and Weimar, held a rummage sale for the community. Proceeds go to help fund the activities and other expenses associated with running senior group centers in Colorado County. Seniors Together meet in Columbus and Weimar and plans are in the works to add Eagle Lake to the list. For more information on meeting dates or sponsoring the groups, call 979-733-6610 or email threecrossesministries2014@ gmail.com. 05/08/2024 23:00
With lawsuits and recount petitions rising, some Texas elections seem to go on forever
With lawsuits and recount petitions rising, some Texas elections seem to go on forever
ONTRERAS Although there are no hard numbers, experts say legal challenges are becoming more common in lower-ballot elections in Texas. 05/08/2024 23:00
Texas primary runoff election 2024: What you need to know before voting
Texas primary runoff election 2024: What you need to know before voting
Many Texas political races including two Colorado County races are going into overtime, or rather, they’re going into a primary runoff election on May 28. 05/08/2024 23:00
Spate of tornadoes far outpaces the average
Spate of tornadoes far outpaces the average
April was a busy month for tornadoes across the United States with 373 recorded, bringing the total for the year to 549, the Austin American-Statesman reported. That is nearly double the average at this point in the year, the National Weather Service says. 05/08/2024 23:00
The Kitchen Table
The Kitchen Table
- AUTHOR UNKNOWN 05/08/2024 23:00
Mothers, Love and Boo-boos
Mothers, Love and Boo-boos
Mothers, Love and Boo-boos 05/08/2024 23:00
The Postscript
The Postscript
“Stubby is gone” 05/08/2024 23:00
Bizarre Baseball History – The Strange Story of Rube Waddell
Bizarre Baseball History – The Strange Story of Rube Waddell
Rube Waddell was perhaps baseball’s most interesting man. Considered by many to be the greatest pitcher who ever lived, he is better known for his eccentric exploits both on and off the field. He was literally one of the weirdest players in history, but baseball fans loved him. 05/08/2024 23:00
BANNER MARKETS
BANNER MARKETS
05/08/2024 23:00
Fayette County elections posted
Fayette County elections posted
Calvin Mersiovsky will continue in his La Grange ISD Place 6 school board position. Dr. Karen Roberts went unopposed for the LGISD Place 7 position on the school board. 05/08/2024 23:00
Fallen peace officers to be honored
Fallen peace officers to be honored
COLUMBUS – In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation which designated May 15 as Peace Officers Memo rial Day and the week in which that date falls as Police Week. 05/08/2024 23:00
Props A and B pass for CISD
Props A and B pass for CISD
The Columbus ISD bond proposals, Prop A and B, passed with Prop A having 807 for and 465 against and Prop B having 762 for and 514 against. Prop A is for a bond to help rebuild the fifth grade wing and many other issues with that side of the building. Prop B is for a CTE building for skilled trades training. 05/08/2024 23:00
Austin County elections posted
Austin County elections posted
The unofficial results for posi tions voted on in Austin County on May 4 has been posted. Jim Batson wins the Bellville ISD Position 3 on the school board. 05/08/2024 23:00
Buzzin’ at New Ulm
Buzzin’ at New Ulm
Buzzin’ at New Ulm 05/08/2024 23:00
Slavnost ‘May Fest’ set
Slavnost ‘May Fest’ set
LA GRANGE - The Tex as Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC) in La Grange invites everyone to a family Sun- day Funday filled with music, food, laughter, Czech culture, and remembrance during the 23rd Annual Slavnost ‘May Fest’ on Sunday, May 19. Festivities begin with a recognition ceremony at 10:30 a.m. The Czech Immigrants to Texas will be hon ored, and the stones on the Immigrant Wall will be recognized. 05/08/2024 23:00
Real Estate forum set
Real Estate forum set
WEIMAR – A free program on the benefits of and the reasons for owning real estate will be held at the Weimar Public Library at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 17. 05/08/2024 23:00
BANNER BRIEFS
BANNER BRIEFS
05/08/2024 23:00
Colorado County Fair Association Shrimp Boil never tasted so good
Colorado County Fair Association Shrimp Boil never tasted so good
COLUMBUS–What is better than a bucket full of fresh-cooked shrimp? The money one pays for the delectable and abundant meal will fund scholarships for future Colorado County graduates. It almost couldn’t get much better than that. The Colorado County Fair Board hosted the event on April 27 at the fairgrounds in Columbus. 05/01/2024 23:00
Wilkommen zum Fruehling Saengerfest!
Wilkommen zum Fruehling Saengerfest!
BELLVILLE – If you didn’t feel like part of the community at the Spring Singing Fest on April 28 in Bellville, then you weren't in Bellville. The joyous event brought together lederhosen and dirndls with Lions Club golf shirts and plenty of bier (beer), creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. 05/01/2024 23:00
Author at Story Peddler Bookstore
Author at Story Peddler Bookstore
BELLVILLE – Diane F. Kramer, a published author, presented her book for a personal reading and signing at the Story Peddler Bookstore on April 27 in Bellville. 05/01/2024 23:00
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