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Women Veterans Day set June 12

News Staff
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Women Veterans Day, June 12, recognizes the anniversary of women becoming regular military members.The Women’s Armed Services Integration Act enacted by the U.S. on June 12, 1948, allows women to serve as regular members of the military.

New position approved for Sheriff’s Dept.

Melanie Berger
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
The Fayette County Commissioners Court approved creating a new position for the Sheriff’s Department at its regular meeting on Thursday, May 22.“The position we’re asking for is a compliance officer (not a deputy),” Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek said.
Undocumented aliens found during traffic stop

Undocumented aliens found during traffic stop

Undocumented aliens found during traffic stop

News Staff
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
A traffic stop on Interstate 10 about three miles west of Flatonia conducted by a Fayette County Sheriff’s deputy led to a major human smuggling discovery, according to Sheriff Keith Korenek.Sheriff Korenek reports that on Tuesday, May 20 at approximately 12:50 p.m.

Master Gardeners to host program on plumerias

News Staff
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
“Plumerias” will be the topic for the Bluebonnet Master Gardener lunch-and-learn educational program scheduled for Tuesday, June 10 at the Fayette County Agricultural Building, 255 Svoboda Lane in La Grange.Guest speaker is Master Gardener Faye Beery.

‘Grid down Power Up’ set June 4 in Hallettsville

News Staff
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
The Lavaca County Republican Party will sponsor the documentary, “Grid Down Power Up,” on Wednesday, June 4 at 6 p.m. at St. Peter Lutheran Church fellowship hall, 101 North Market St., Hallettsville, following the county executive meeting.

Annual Crop Tour slated June 19 in La Grange

News Staff
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
The annual Crop Tour, an educational event for anyone interested in row crop production, will be held on Thursday, June 19 at the Fayette County Agricultural Building, Room 104, 255 Svoboda Lane in La Grange.Registration will be held from 8 to 8:30 a.m.
Police Report

Police Report

Police Report

News Staff
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Schulenburg Police Chief Troy Brenek reports that during the week of May 18-23, officers responded to 38 calls for service and four reportable incidents were investigated as follows: •May 18 – Sgt. McFadden responded to the 40th block of North KesslerAvenue in reference to lost/ found property.
Courthouse Report

Courthouse Report

Courthouse Report

News Staff
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Compiled By Sticker Staff155th District Court Adult Felony Cases Filed By InformationFiled May 14Chavez, Gabriel Joe-Manufacture/ delivery of controlled substance Penalty Group 1 >=200G<400G (5-3-25) Aguilar, Manuel Antonio Garcia Aggravated assault with deadly weapon (4-26-25) Adult Felony...
HIGHLIGHTS

HIGHLIGHTS

STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

Gary Borders ~ Gborders@texaspress.com
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Less than a week remains in legislative session With the legislative session ending on Monday, June 2, lawmakers are scrambling to pass or kill bills, the Austin American-Statesman reported.
A proclamation designating May 23 as “Poppy Day” in Schulenburg was signed by Mayor Connie Koopmann in the presence of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 143 representatives. Shown are (front row, from left) Patricia Hranicky, Auxiliary vice president; Mayor Connie Koopmann; Peggy Fish, Auxiliary president; (back row) Dana Bartosh, Auxiliary member; Debora Behlen, treasurer; Sandi Guthrie, sergeant-at-arms; and Patricia Marty, historian.

A proclamation designating May 23 as “Poppy Day” in Schulenburg was signed by Mayor Connie Koopmann in the presence of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 143 representatives. Shown are (front row, from left) Patricia Hranicky, Auxiliary vice president; Mayor Connie Koopmann; Peggy Fish, Auxiliary president; (back row) Dana Bartosh, Auxiliary member; Debora Behlen, treasurer; Sandi Guthrie, sergeant-at-arms; and Patricia Marty, historian.

Legion Auxiliary to distribute poppies

News Staff
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Mayor Connie Koopmann has signed a proclamation announcing Friday, May 23 as “Poppy Day” in Schulenburg.The blood red, four-petal flower, native to the battle fields of Flanders, was officially proclaimed the “Memorial Flower” at the 1921 National American Legion Auxiliary Convention.
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