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Creed Family – Patsy J. Creed donated the land for Founders’ Park in La Grange. Shown are (from left) Scott Coleman, Wesley Coleman, Beverly Coleman, Patsy J. Creed and former Fayette County Judge Edward F. Janecka. Scott Coleman is one of Patsy Creed’s sons; Wesley is her grandson. Courtesy of Creed Family & Fayette Museum & Archives

Creed Family – Patsy J. Creed donated the land for Founders’ Park in La Grange. Shown are (from left) Scott Coleman, Wesley Coleman, Beverly Coleman, Patsy J. Creed and former Fayette County Judge Edward F. Janecka. Scott Coleman is one of Patsy Creed’s sons; Wesley is her grandson. Courtesy of Creed Family & Fayette Museum & Archives

Historical Commission office now at Founders’ Park

The Founders’ Park located on the Courthouse square in La Grange is a small “pocket” park located next to the Fayette County Clerk’s office and it is the new location for the Fayette County Historical Commission. Land was donated by Patsy Creed for the park which was dedicated in September 2012.
State Capital HIGHLIGHTS

State Capital HIGHLIGHTS

State Capital HIGHLIGHTS

Lawmakers push $15K teacher raises A group of House Democrats is proposing a $15,000 raise for the state’s teachers and a 25% raise for other state employees by using some of the state’s record budget surplus. State Rep.

LCRA taking applications for grants

The Lower Colorado River Authority is offering grants of up to $50,000 for community projects throughout LCRA’s wholesale power, water and transmission service areas.

Broadband development map released

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar has announced the release of the Texas Broadband Development Map, which uses data collected from internet service providers (ISPs) to show the availability of various types of high-speed internet access across Texas.
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Police Report

Schulenburg Police Chief Troy Brenek reports that officers responded to 85 calls for service and six reportable incidents were investigated during the week of Jan. 14-20.

First responders work wrecks in dense fog

Fayette County first responders had an active morning on Tuesday, Jan. 17, with the heavy fog causing accidents and roadway closures, according to a press release issued by the Fayette County Judge's office.
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Courthouse Report

Compiled By Sticker Staff 155th District Court Dispositions Jan. 4 Moore, Donnie Ray-Aggravated assault with deadly weapon (2-23-19). Motion to adjudicate denied; continued on probation. Colon, Kendra Brittany-Tampering/ fabricating physical evidence with intent to impair (11-22-19).
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State Capital Highlights

Border security, tax relief and raises top list For the Texas House and Senate, there is not much daylight between each chamber’s priorities in this year’s legislative session. Leaders say the focus will be on property tax relief, border security and employee raises.

Kolkhorst on five committees

Lt. Gov, Dan Patrick announced committee assignments for the 88th Legislature and has again entrusted Sen. Lois W.