State Capital HIGHLIGHTS

Early voting ends on Friday Texans who wish to vote early in the Nov. 5 general election have until closing time Friday, Nov. 1 to do so. Secretary of State Jane Nelson is encouraging voters to double-check their precinct numbers and candidate selections before casting their ballots.

Police Dept. sets annual meet-and-greet Nov. 6

The Schulenburg Police Department would like to cordially invite everyone to join officers and staff for its annual meetand- greet on Wednesday, Nov. 6 starting at 6 p.m.The Police Department will provide food, drinks and the opportunity to mingle with the first responders.

Comptroller’s Office accepting applications for Match the Promise scholarships, tuition grants

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar reminds Texans that applications are now being accepted for 2024-25 Texas Match the Promise Foundation awards.

On the Tuesday, Nov. 5 General Election ballot

The following shows the order of the Nov. 5 General Election ballot (the official ballot will also include Spanish).INSTRUCTION NOTE:1. Vote for the candidate of your choice in each race by darkening in the oval (●) provided to the left of the name of the candidate.2.

Courthouse Report

155th District Court Adult Felony CasesFiled Oct.

SOS reminds voters about checking their ballots

As Texans go to the polls for early voting ahead of the Nov. 5 election, Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson encourages voters to double-check their precinct numbers and candidate selections before casting a ballot.

Thompson, Faircloth to speak at Great State Republicans meeting on Oct. 28

October’s general meeting for Great State Republicans will include an inside perspective by two Texas House Representatives – Ed Thompson, currently representing District 29, and Wayne Faircloth, former District 23 representative. The meeting will be held on Monday, Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. at the St.

SOS reports 8.6 million registered voters in TX

Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson announced that Texas has 18,623,931 registered voters ahead of the Tuesday Nov. 5 election.“This is a record number and is on target considering population growth and the increased interest around presidential elections,” said Secretary Nelson.

Police Report

Schulenburg Police Chief Troy Brenek reports that during the week of Oct. 13-19, officers responded to 83 calls for service and three reportable incidents were investigated as follows: •Oct. 14 – Officer Whited responded to the 200th block St. John Road in reference to a disturbance.•Oct. 15 – Sgt.

Courthouse Report

Compiled By Sticker StaffFayette County Court Adult Misdemeanor CasesFiled Oct. 7Wright, Drew Austin-Theft of property =$100<$750 (8-11-24) Filed Oct. 8Weir, Heather Lynn-DWI blood alcohol content >=0.