Police Report

Schulenburg Police Chief Troy Brenek reports that during the week of June 23-29, officers responded to 80 calls for service and four reportable incidents were investigated as follows: •June 23 – Officers Vincent and Svatek conducted a traffic stop in the 1100th block of August Street.

Kreische/Monument Hill sites set activities July 5-6

Kreische Brewery & Monument Hill State Historic Sites near La Grange will celebrate this country’s patriotic roots with a series of historical activities on the Bluff coinciding with Independence Day.

Courthouse Report

Compiled By Sticker StaffFayette County Court Adult Misdemeanor CasesFiled June 11Powell, Cody Ryan-Evading arrest/ detention (6-3-24) Rye, Christopher Allen-Terroristic threat causing fear or imminent serious bodily injury (6-6-24) Powell, Cody Ryan-Theft of property >=$750<$2,500 (6-3-24) Filed...

Currency seized during traffic stop on I-10 near Flatonia

U.S. currency totaling $ 11,000 was seized during a traffic stop on Interstate 10 about three miles east of Flatonia on Sunday, June 23, according to Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek.Sheriff Korenek reports that at approximately 11:54 p.m.

State Capital HIGHLIGHTS

Fire safety urged for Fourth With the Fourth of July bringing a possible four-day weekend for lucky Texans, the Texas A&M Forest Service urges outdoor enthusiasts to exercise fire safety outdoors, especially when using fireworks or starting campfires to roast hot dogs and toast marshmallows.

Fayette Electric sets annual meeting

Mark the calendars for Fayette Electric Cooperative’s annual meeting of members on Wednesday, July 17 at the KC Community Center, 190 South Brown St., La Grange.Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for registration, with the meeting beginning at 7 p.m.Members who register between 5:30 and 7 p.m.

City animal control officer: lost pet reports spike over 4th of July holiday

City of Schulenburg Animal Control Officer Gina Harden issued a press release last week asking pet owners to keep their furry family members safe at home during the Fourth of July holiday as lost pet reports increase 30 to 60 percent.

CARTS offering free rides for senior citizens

CARTS, in partnership with the Capital Area Council of Governments, Area Agency on Aging and ADRC of the Capital Area, announces a new initiative that provides free rides for senior citizens.

State Capital HIGHLIGHTS

Electric demand could nearly double by 2030The chief of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas told state lawmakers recently that the state’s power demand could nearly double in just six years.

Impaired driving reminder coincides with July 4th

This Independence Day, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and Watch UR BAC are reminding drivers about the deadly consequences of drug-impaired driving.