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Gary Borders ~ Gborders@texaspress.com
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Industry warns of blackouts if data center opposition overreacts The pushback against booming data center construction continues to grow, even as the state’s grid operator warns of rolling blackouts in West Texas if new transmission lines aren’t built, the Texas Standard reported.
DAVID HOUSTON JR.

DAVID HOUSTON JR.

David Houston Jr. opens law firm in Georgia

News Staff
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
David Houston Jr. has opened his own law firm in Snellville, Georgia, “HLF, The Houston Law Firm, LLC.”Born in San Antonio and finishing high school in Houston, David Houston Jr. received a bachelor of science degree from the University of Houston.
FEC gives tips for National Preparedness Month

FEC gives tips for National Preparedness Month

FEC gives tips for National Preparedness Month

News Staff
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
September is National Preparedness Month, and Fayette Electric Cooperative encourages everyone to take simple steps now to help keep families safe and informed before severe weather or other emergencies occur.
Courthouse Report

Courthouse Report

Courthouse Report

Compiled By Sticker Staff
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
155th District Court Dispositions Aug. 12 Carter, Theresa Taylor-Possession of controlled substance Penalty Group 1 >=1G<4G (8-5-18). Probation or deferred adjudication revoked; Motion to Revoke granted.
Police Report

Police Report

POLICE REPORT

News Staff
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Schulenburg Police Chief Troy Brenek reports that during the week of Aug. 23-29, officers responded to 59 calls for service and four reportable incidents were investigated as follows: •Aug.
HIGHLIGHTS

HIGHLIGHTS

STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

Gary Borders ~ Gborders@texaspress.com
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Border barrier construction halted in Big Bend Amidst mounting public outcry, the federal government last week halted construction of border barriers through state park property in far West Texas, The Texas Tribune reported.
A $5,000 Community Reinvestment Gra nt has been awarded by Fayette Electric Cooperative to Lavaca Swimming Pool Inc. Shown are (from left) Tracy Denton, FEC director of marketing, communications and training; Jennifer Hagan, executive director of the Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce andAgriculture/ Visitor Center; and James Kielty, FEC accounting and finance manager/CFO.

A $5,000 Community Reinvestment Gra nt has been awarded by Fayette Electric Cooperative to Lavaca Swimming Pool Inc. Shown are (from left) Tracy Denton, FEC director of marketing, communications and training; Jennifer Hagan, executive director of the Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce andAgriculture/ Visitor Center; and James Kielty, FEC accounting and finance manager/CFO.

Lavaca Swimming Pool Inc. gets grant from FEC

News Staff
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Lavaca Swimming Pool Inc. has been awarded a $5,000 Community Reinvestment Grant from Fayette Electric Cooperative to support programs that promote water safety, swimming education, lifeguard training and community wellness for residents of Lavaca County and surrounding communities.

Legion and Auxiliary had monthly meetings Aug. 4

News Staff
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
American Legion McBride Post 143 and Auxiliary held their monthly meetings on Tuesday, Aug. 4. Commander Bob Heinrich called the meeting to order with 35 Legion and 10 Auxiliary members in attendance. Auxiliary chaplain Linda Dieringer, read the prayer.
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