May 2012

Posted: May 31, 2012

Moravia School reunion held

The 29th annual Moravia School reunion was held on May 6 at the Moravia Parish dining hall. Registration began at 10 a.m.

A noon meal was enjoyed by everyone.

President J.G. Hrncir called the meeting to order. The pledge of allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was held for departed students, namely William Vrana. The minutes of last year's reunion were ready by secretary Kathy Guenther and the treasurer's report was given by Marilyn Palmquist.

President Hrncir then recognized special teachers present, Myrtle and Henry Lucke of Beeville. The class of 1962 had two students present, Margaret Supak Maus and J.G. Hrncir. Trustees present were Albert Olsovsky and Eddie Vrana.... Read more

Posted: May 31, 2012

Wagner

The 29th Wagner family reunion will be held on Saturday, June 2 in Shiner at the Arthur Kasper Pavilion. Registration at 9 a.m. will be followed by a memorial service at 9:45 a.m. The Wagner family memorial Mass celebrated by Msgr. John Wagner will begin at 10 a.m.

This reunion includes the descendants of John and Mariana (Zapalac) Wagner, Frank and Klotilda (Wagner) Jaks, Frank and Anna (Wagner) Verunac, Frank and May (Wagner) Dusek, Joseph and Mary (Matula) Wagner, John and Cecelia (Jiral) Wagner, Louis and Emilia (Husinecky) Wagner, Alfons and Katy (Wagner) Grill Jr., Dr. Frank and Marie (Kasper) Wagner, John and Clara (Wagner) Beal, Charles and Magadalan (Wagner) Miculka, Max and Albina (Wagner) Walla, and Dr. Martin and Mary (Prasek) Wagner families.

A catered meal will be served at noon. Meal count was needed by May 20. Family members are welcome to bring desserts.... Read more

Posted: May 30, 2012

County recognized for financial transparency

On April 23, the State of Texas awarded Fayette County a Gold Leadership Circle award for financial transparency. Pictured with the award (below) is County Auditor and Schulenburg resident Kathy Kleiber. Since November of last year, Kleiber’s office has posted the county’s major financial records online. Anyone with internet access can view the county’s financial reports, payroll, check registers and utility reports back to November 2011. The county budgets for 2010, 2011, and 2012 are posted on the site as well.

Texas Comptroller Susan Combs bestows the leadership circle awards to local governments across the state that display a commitment to financial transparency. The award states, “By providing citizens with a clear, consistent picture of spending and sharing information in a user-friendly format, you are setting a strong example for other governmental entities to follow.”... Read more

Posted: May 30, 2012

Top EMS officials concerned with county overtime policy

By: 
Andy Behlen

EMS Director Sharon Muzny and Assistant Director Joe Marshall raised concerns with the county’s overtime policy at a special workshop meeting of the Fayette County Commissioners Court on Thursday, May 24.

Currently, the two EMS officials are exempt from earning overtime. The pair said Thursday that they felt the current policy doesn’t fairly compensate them for their time worked.

Non-exempt employees of the county earn compensatory time off at a rate of 1.5 hours for every overtime hour worked. Employees can earn up to 240 hours of compensatory time, and are paid cash for any additional hours worked over the maximum.

The commissioners placed the EMS director and assistant director on exempt status in 2009 because their jobs required, on occasion, an extraordinary amount of overtime. At Thursday’s meeting, Muzny called the policy into question.... Read more

Posted: May 30, 2012

Top 2012 grads at SHS

Valedictorian
Alyssa Michalke
• Grade Point Average – 103.787.
• Activities – band, basketball, softball, and golf all four years of high school; cross country and National Honor Society in junior and senior years; and member of the social studies, current events, and mathematics teams for UIL academic competition for two years.
• Leadership Positions – section leader in band, captain of the basketball team, co-captain and captain of the softball team, and captain of the golf team.
• Community Service – coached in the Schulenburg Junior Basketball League and gave pitching and hitting lessons to youngsters.
• Future Plans – attend Texas A&M University and major in petroleum engineering with minors in Spanish and finance; will be part of the honors program and join the Corps of Cadets.... Read more

Posted: May 30, 2012

Legion and Auxiliary had meeting

American Legion, McBride Post 143, and Auxiliary, met on Tuesday, May 1.

A report on the Ninth District convention was given. Memorial services were held for Legion and Auxiliary members who passed away during the 2011-12 year. A meal was served.

The Legion elected officers, who will be installed at the June meeting.

The Auxiliary will hold election of officers at the next meeting, set for Tuesday, June 5 at the Legion Home. Read more

Posted: May 30, 2012

Relay For Life wrap-up party slated June 4

The Southern Fayette County Relay For Life will have a wrap-up party on Monday, June 4 at 6:45 p.m. at First United Methodist Church.

Awards will be given at that time. Read more

Posted: May 30, 2012

FCGS to tour plantation in Hempstead

The Fayette County Genealogy Society is planning a group tour of the Liendo Plantation in Hempstead on Saturday, June 2.

One of the earliest cotton plantations in Texas, Liendo has an interesting history, which includes occupancy by world-renowned German sculptress, Elisabet Ney and her husband, Dr. Edmond Montgomery. The plantation is recognized as a Texas historic landmark and is listed on the national register of historic places.

There is an admission fee of $7 for adults and $5 for seniors 55 and over.

Anyone interested in the tour is welcome to join the group, which will leave the Fayette Heritage Library in La Grange at 9:15 a.m. Following the tour, the group will eat lunch at a restaurant in Hempstead. For additional information, call 979-968-3806. Read more

Posted: May 30, 2012

Marijuana arrests made on Hwy. 71

Two drug arrests occurred on Friday evening, May 25, according to Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek.

Fayette County Deputy K-9 Handler Randy Thumann conducted separate traffic stops along Highway 71 and two individuals were found in possession of marijuana.

Steven White, 24, of Kingwood, was stopped for an equipment violation and was arrested for possession of marijuana.

Adrian Felan, 23, of Danbury, was stopped for speeding and was also arrested for possession of marijuana.

Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 Dan Mueller set bonds on White and Felan at $1,500. Read more

Posted: May 30, 2012

Wine-tasting room near Weimar has grand opening

The Vineyard at Grohmann Farms held a grand opening for The Weimary, a casual wine-tasting room off Interstate 10 at 1101 Sedan Road, Weimar, on May 26-27. The grounds also include the Grohmann Haus Event Center.

Founded in the 1920s as a working farm by Fred and Frieda Grohmann, the 37-acre estate became a family-owned and operated vineyard when it was purchased by Patrick and Sue Gibson of Austin in 2004. It has since become a commercial producer of Blanc du Bois and Lenoir grapes in the Gulf Coast Region.

Using its grapes harvested in 2010 and incorporating additional grapes from across the country, with the assistance of award-winning wine-makers, The Weimary boasts a variety of 10 different wines available for tasting and purchase.

With a strong focus on family, The Weimary’s selection of reds and whites are all labeled with antique family photos, each with its own unique story.... Read more

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