Wednesday, April 8, 2020
In one day, April 2, Fayette County’s COVID-19 case count more than doubled, going from four to 10.
A cluster of the cases were located in the southern, central part of the county along the Interstate 10 corridor, according to a press release from County Judge Joe Weber and Emergency Management…
Saturday, April 11, 2020
Fayette County Emergency Management Coordinator Craig Moreau issued the following statement on Friday, April 10:
"We are asking that you encourage or require your employees to wear a mask or alternative facial covering at all times while interacting with the public. Wearing a mask not only…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Blaine Zapalac (right), a member of the Schulenburg FFA, exhibited the grand champion Holstein dairy cow at the 2020 San Antonio Livestock Show. In addition to exhibiting the grand champion Holstein, Zapalac was awarded a $10,000 scholarship through the San Antonio Livestock Show scholarship…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Local weather observer Elroy Dieringer reported six rainfall recordings totaling 1.93 inches in March. His measurements last month were as follows:
• March 5............................0.33”;
• March 10..........................0.10”;
• March 20..........................1.00”;
• March 21…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
One-year contracts were unanimously approved as presented during an executive session at last week’s Schulenburg ISD Board of Trustees meeting.
Those who were offered positions for the 2020-21 school year were:
ELEMENTARY
• Brenda Avila.................................teacher (probationary 2…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
In an effort to assist its members affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, Fayette Electric Cooperative has stopped disconnection for non-payment and will not collect late fees for late payments. This action took effect Monday, March 16 and will remain in place until further notice.
FEC is offering…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
When directors of the Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce met in a special session 50 years ago, only one item was on the agenda. The board endorsed the closure of local businesses from 9 to 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 16, 1970, in honor of a young soldier who gave his life to protect the freedom of his…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Fayette County Judge Joe Weber issued the following press release on Wednesday, April 1:
“Following our president’s recent extension through the month of April of his coronavirus guidelines and upon yesterday’s issuance by our governor of Executive Order No. 14, I want to clarify to all, in as…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Schulenburg Mayor Elaine Kocian and the City Council ratified, reinstated, continued, and renewed a Disaster Declaration executed on March 23, extending it to April 20.
The declaration does not signify an increased risk to the residents of Schulenburg but allows the City to utilize and provide…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
American Legion McBride Post 143 and Auxiliary held their monthly meetings on Tuesday, March 3. Commander Bob Heinrich called the meetings to order with 48 Legion and 10 Auxiliary members plus one potential new member in attendance.
The opening prayer was led by Amy Catlett, Auxiliary chaplain.…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
The Fayette County Extension Office and Fayette County Agricultural Building in La Grange are presently locked to the public and all Fayette County Extension programs and meetings are cancelled until at least May 4. The Extension Office remains staffed and phone number is 979-968-5831.
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
When directors of the Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce met in a special session 50 years ago, only…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Fayette County Judge Joe Weber issued the following press release on Wednesday, April 1:
“…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Schulenburg Mayor Elaine Kocian and the City Council ratified, reinstated, continued, and renewed a…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
In one day, April 2, Fayette County’s COVID-19 case count more than doubled, going from four to 10.
A cluster of the cases were located in the southern, central part of the county along the Interstate 10 corridor, according to a press release from County Judge Joe Weber and Emergency Management Coordinator Craig Moreau issued on April 3.
The count stood at 16 as of 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 6 with two recovered and no deaths.
The big jump last week came from several cases at Americas Best Value Inn, located near the intersection of Highway 77…
News
Saturday, April 11, 2020
Fayette County Emergency Management Coordinator Craig Moreau issued the following statement on Friday, April 10:
"We are asking that you encourage or require…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
The Schulenburg Garden Club has announced that yard of the month for April has been awarded to Ginger and Andy Bosl at 200 North Upton Ave. Flower beds with…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Terri B. Hefner, Fayette County elections administrator, gives the following announcements regarding elections in Fayette County:
•All elections for local…
Sports
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
The University Interscholastic League is extending its suspension of all UIL-sanctioned activities due to the outbreak of COVID-19 in Texas. All contests,…
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Lady Horn senior Brynlee Hollas, shown pushing the ball upcourt in a playoff game from this past season, was among 20 players statewide selected to the Texas…
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
Having to wait for the majority of their starting lineup to finish basketball, the Lady Horns got off to a late start on the diamond last week.
Now, after a 1…
Education-Youth
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Blaine Zapalac (right), a member of the Schulenburg FFA, exhibited the grand champion Holstein dairy cow at the 2020 San Antonio Livestock Show. In addition to…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
To help celebrate National Ag Day, observed this year on March 24, Navidad Valley CattleWomen announced the donation of ground beef to area high schools that…
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
PRESENTATIONS MADE AT THREE SCHOOLS – Prior to school closures due to the COVID-19 outbreak, Navidad Valley CattleWomen presented donations of ground beef to…
