DAR recognizes flag display at Wicke home

The John Everett Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, proudly recognizes for September the home of Steve and Patricia Wicke for theirAmerican flag display. The home is at 1785 Reese Lane in Columbus.

State Capital HIGHLIGHTS

Paxton acquitted on all impeachment counts Ken Paxton has been reinstated as Texas Attorney General after the Texas Senate on Saturday acquitted him of charges of bribery and misuse of office.

Treats for county workers

Treats for county workers – Precinct 4 Commissioner Drew Brossmann brought in eight members of his work team to pick up a box of baked goods prepared for them by Senior Connections. He wanted them to hear the compliments and praise from the people for whom they work.

FEC, Colorado Valley to host Shred Day on Oct. 13

In observance of October as National Cooperative Month, co-ops across the U.S. are celebrating the benefits and values that cooperatives bring to their members and communities.

Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter statistics

As of Sept. 15, total intake at the Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter stood at 1,251 for the year– 596 dogs and 655 cats in need. As of Sept. 15, the shelter had 141 animals in its care – 62 dogs and 79 cats.

County officials go to seminar on flood mapping

Flooding remains the leading cause of natural-disaster loss across the United States. The Hill Country and Central Texas have a greater risk of flash flooding than most regions of the United States.

Police Report

Schulenburg Police Chief Troy Brenek reports that officers responded to 74 calls for service and three reportable incidents were investigated during the week of Sept. 10-16. Included were possession of controlled substance, assisting Fayette County Sheriff’s Office with pursuit, and information.

Pesticide applicator training slated Oct. 5 in La Grange

A pesticide applicator training has been scheduled for Thursday Oct. 5 at the Fayette County Agricultural Building, 255 Svoboda Lane in La Grange. Registration will begin at 7:45 a.m., with the program beginning promptly at 8 a.m.

Courthouse Report

155th District Court Dispositions Aug. 30 Bassett, Sherry Diane-Credit card or debit card abuse (8-30-12). Motion to adjudicate denied; continued on probation. Sutfin, Christopher Alden-Possession of controlled substance Penalty Group 2 >=4G<400G (6-20-16).

Commissioners Court proclaims Sept. 17-23 as Constitution Week

The Fayette County Commissioners Court proclaimed the week of Sept. 17-23 as Constitution Week.