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STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

Gary Borders ~ Gborders@texaspress.com
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
State’s wind projects at a standstillDozens of Texas wind projects have been halted because the Department of Defense has not approved the federal permits required for them to move forward, the Austin American-Statesman reported.

Fayette County Polling Sites open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
101 La Grange NORTH La Grange City Hall Council Chambers-155 E. Colorado St., La Grange110 WardaHoly Cross Lutheran Church-600 FM 1482, Warda112 PlumSts. Peter & Paul Parish Church Hall-136 Plum Church Rd., Plum201 La Grange EAST La Grange Church of Christ-646 E. Hwy.
A proclamation signed by Mayor Connie Koopmann (center) designates Friday, May 22 as “Poppy Day” in Schulenburg. On hand for the signing were Patricia Hranicky (left), Legion Auxiliary Unit 143 president, and Barbara Brown (right), Legion Auxiliary Unit 143 vice president.

A proclamation signed by Mayor Connie Koopmann (center) designates Friday, May 22 as “Poppy Day” in Schulenburg. On hand for the signing were Patricia Hranicky (left), Legion Auxiliary Unit 143 president, and Barbara Brown (right), Legion Auxiliary Unit 143 vice president.

Legion Auxiliary sets Poppy Day drive May 22-23

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Mayor Connie Koopmann has signed a proclamation announcing Friday, May 22 as “Poppy Day” in Schulenburg.The blood red, four-petal flower, native to the battlefields of Flanders, was officially proclaimed the “Memorial Flower” at the 1921 National American Legion Auxiliary Convention.
Police Report

Police Report

Police Report

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Schulenburg Police Chief Troy Brenek reports that during the week of May 10-16, officers responded to 110 calls for service and eight reportable incidents were investigated as follows: •May 11 – Officers Powe and Ellis responded to the 500th block of West Avenue in reference to terroristic threat.

LWV South Central Texas hold annual meeting

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
The League of Women Voters of South Central Texas (LWVSCTX) held its 2026 annual meeting on Sunday, May 17 at Shiner Central Station in Shiner. The afternoon combined a civic celebration, an inspiring performance and the business of setting the League’s course for the coming year.
Courthouse Report

Courthouse Report

Courthouse Report

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Compiled By Sticker StaffFayette County Court Adult Misdemeanor CasesFiled April 30Menefee, Courtney-Criminal mischief >=$100<$750 (4-10-26) Filed May 1Ramirez, Zebulen Titus-Theft of property =$100<$750 (2-26-26) Slussler, Jaidyn Lukas-Theft of property =$100<$750 (2-26-26) Trahan, Ashley Rose-DWI...
HIGHLIGHTS

HIGHLIGHTS

STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

Gary Borders ~ Gborders@texaspress.com
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Early voting in runoffs ends FridayEarly voting in both the Democratic and Republican runoff races ends Friday, May 22, with the election on Tuesday, May 26.On the GOP side, the statewide runoffs are:•U.S.
Salvation Army recognizes La Grange HEB

Salvation Army recognizes La Grange HEB

Salvation Army recognizes La Grange HEB

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
The La Grange branch of the Salvation Army recently presented the La Grange HEB store manager and employees with a certificate in recognition of their store’s participation in the 2025 Salvation Army’s “Ring in A Miracle” campaign.
Photo By Melanie Berger / Courtesy of Flatonia Argus

Photo By Melanie Berger / Courtesy of Flatonia Argus

May designated as Community Action Month by Court

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
The Fayette County Commissioners Court signed a proclamation designating May as Community Action Month in Fayette County on Thursday, May 14.
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