Editor's note: The following press release is from the Texas Attorney General's Office and the case appears in this week's Courthouse Report under “Disposition April 22.” After three days of testimony followed by closing arguments, a jury found Charles Lee Tillman Jr. guilty of murder.

The Fayette County Commissioners Court signed a proclamation declaring May as Older Americans Month in Fayette County at its regular meeting on Thursday, May 9. It states, in part: “This year’s theme, Powered by Connection, emphasizes the profound impact of meaningful interactions and social connection on the well-being and health of older adults in our community. We call upon all residents to join in recognizing the contributions of our older citizens and promoting programs and activities that foster connection, inclusion, and support for older adults.”

Shown at the Class 2A Region IV Tennis Tournament in Corpus Christi last week are Schulenburg High School’s mixed doubles team of Caden Herzik and Mikayla Otto (above) as well as girls’ doubles team of Reagan Dusek (below, left) and Landry Zapalac (below, right).

After an overnight postponement due to lightning seemed to ignite the Shorthorns’ bats, Kenedy reciprocated with a thunderous offensive response to win the Class 2A area series 2-1. Schulenburg finished the season with an 18-14 record and made its first post-season appearance since 2017.

FFA presents awards, scholarships at banquet on May 2.