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During the International Literacy Day celebration, Liberty Killion (left) holds Nioh Sirilo and also works with Hartley Duncan.

During the International Literacy Day celebration, Liberty Killion (left) holds Nioh Sirilo and also works with Hartley Duncan.

PAT, Stanzel Museum host Literacy Day event

Parents As Teachers of Rural South Central Texas, in collaboration with the Stanzel Model Aircraft Museum, hosted a joyful International Literacy Day celebration on Saturday, Sept. 6.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Champion Valley to host Day for Kids

Boys & Girls Clubs of Champion Valley will host Day for Kids on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 9:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the Schulenburg Boys & Girls Club, 1100 Bohlmann Ave.This event is free to the public and is meant for families to come together at the Club for a few hours and do activities...

‘America Is …’ video contest open to students

WoodmenLife is proud to announce the opening of its annual ‘America Is…’ video contest, inviting students across the country to showcase their patriotism and creativity.
9/11 remembered

9/11 remembered

9/11 remembered

At the Schulenburg Unit of the Boys & Girls Club, member Joshua Villanueva shows the creation he made in remembrance The annual observance, also known as Patriot Day and National Day of Service & Remembrance, occurs on Sept. 11 in memory of the victims killed in the terrorist attacks in 2001.

Prepaid college tuition plan enrollment under way

Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock reminds families that it’s not too late to save on enrollment in the Texas Tuition Promise Fund, the state’s prepaid college tuition plan.The $25 application fee to enroll is waived for September and October enrollments.

4-H Fun Night set Sept. 18

Fayette County 4-H will present 4-H Fun Night on Thursday, Sept. 18 at the Fayette County Fairgrounds in La Grange from 4 to 6 p.m.4-H, the nation’s largest youth development and empowerment organization, cultivates confident kids who tackle the issues that matter most in their communities right...

Turtle Wing to begin 15th year

“As Turtle Wing Foundation begins the milestone 15th year, we want to share an update on our work and progress,” Destiny Siptak, Turtle Wing executive director, said.Guided by its mission of “helping individuals with learning challenges in rural areas achieve their full potential by providing...

4-H Fun Night set Sept. 18

Fayette County 4-H will present 4-H Fun Night on Thursday, Sept. 18 at the Fayette County Fairgrounds in La Grange from 4 to 6 p.m.4-H, the nation’s largest youth development and empowerment organization, cultivates confident kids who tackle the issues that matter most in their communities right...

Blinn board OKs FAST for HS students

For the second consecutive year, the Blinn College District Board of Trustees has opted into the FAST (Financial Aid for Swift Transfer) program, providing free or reduced-cost dual credit courses to high school students.Through FAST, which was established by Texas House Bill 8 during the 88th...
Artwork displayed by BGC member At the Schulenburg Unit of the Boys & Girls Club, member Catherine Pledger shows off her creation in last week’s arts and crafts program.

Artwork displayed by BGC member At the Schulenburg Unit of the Boys & Girls Club, member Catherine Pledger shows off her creation in last week’s arts and crafts program.

Artwork displayed by BGC member