June 19 proclaimed as Emancipation Day in Fayette County

The Fayette County Commissioners Court signed a proclamation at its regular meeting on Thursday, May 28 declaring Friday, June 19 as Emancipation Day in Fayette County, recognizing the great contributions that African American citizens have made to Fayette County.

Police Report

Schulenburg Police Chief Troy Brenek reports that during the week of May 31 to June 6, officers responded to 74 calls for service and five reportable incidents were investigated as follows: •June 1 – Officer Svatek responded to the 1300th block of Summit Street in reference to a burglary in...

Courthouse Report

Compiled By Sticker Staff155th District Court Adult Felony CasesFiled May 21Haynie, Frank Clark II-Indecency with child, sexual contact (10-1-22) Haynie, Frank Clark II-Indecency with child, sexual contact (10-2-22) Haynie, Frank Clark II-Indecency with child, sexual contact (10-3-22) Dickerson,...

Crops Tour scheduled for June 18

The annual Crops Tour, an educational program for anyone interested in row crop production, will be held on Thursday, June 18 at the Fayette County Agricultural Building, 255 Svoboda Lane in La Grange. Registration will be held from 8 to 8:30 a.m. and the program will conclude about 1:30 p.m.

Meetings

Vietnam VeteransThe next meeting of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 870 will be held on Wednesday, June 17 at the Ammannsville KJT Hall starting at 7:00PM.Refreshments and a meal will be served after the meeting.

STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

Screwworm detection prompts disaster declaration Gov. GregAbbott issued a statewide disaster declaration late last week after the New World screwworm was found in two calves in South Texas, according to The Dallas Morning News.

Hurricane season reminder from PUCT

The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) urges all Texans to stay alert and prepared during the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which begins this week and extends through Nov. 30. Texans can track potential power outages and restoration times using the PUCT’s Storm Resources webpage.

Police Report

Schulenburg Police Chief Troy Brenek reports that during the week of May 24-30, officers responded to 71 calls for service and 11 reportable incidents were investigated as follows: •May 24 – Officer Powe responded to the 200th block of St. John Road in reference to a fight in progress.

Courthouse Report

Fayette County Court Adult Misdemeanor CasesFiled May 20Cliff, Louis Jr.-Possession of marijuana <2 oz.

Drug arrest made during traffic stop on Highway 71 west of La Grange

A drug arrest was made following a traffic stop on Highway 71 between La Grange and Plum on Wednesday evening, May 27, according to Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek.