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State Sen. Lois Kolkhorst (left) was presented the S.M. True Agricultural Champion Award by Texas Farm Bureau AGFUND president Russell Boening (right).

State Sen. Lois Kolkhorst (left) was presented the S.M. True Agricultural Champion Award by Texas Farm Bureau AGFUND president Russell Boening (right).

TFB AGFUND recognizes two legislators

News Staff
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) AGFUND has recognized State Sen. Lois Kolkhorst and State Rep. DeWayne Burns for being strong champions for Texas agriculture in the Texas Legislature. Kolkhorst and Burns were each presented the S.M.

UIL’s new cutoff keeps SHS in 2A

Darrell Vyvjala
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Instead of going from the largest school in 2A to one of the smallest in 3A, Schulenburg High School will get to stay put after the University Interscholastic League raised the cutoff number dividing the two classifications. “I was very surprised,” Schulenburg ISD Athletic Director Walt Brock said.
Annual awards presented by local organizations

Annual awards presented by local organizations

Annual awards presented by local organizations

News Staff
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Hermann Sons Life (Photo #1) Mary K. Seifert (second from right) receives the Humanitarian Award for 2021 presented by Hermann Sons Life.

SISD’s finances receive superior grade from TEA

Darrell Vyvjala
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
With an overall score of 94, Schulenburg ISD’s management of finances was rated “superior” by the Texas Education Agency. A required public hearing on the data was held during the Board of Trustees’ regular meeting this past Monday, Dec. 13.

Security at County buildings discussed

Melanie Berger
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
The Fayette County Commissioners Court discussed aspects of Courthouse security at its regular meeting Thursday, Dec. 9.

Murder suspect arrested

News Staff
Tuesday, December 7, 2021
Schulenburg Police Department Sgt. Tobey McFadden observed a subject wanted for murder while on patrol last Tuesday, Nov. 30 and detained him without incident, according to a news release from the SPD.

November rainfall totals 3.31 inches

News Staff
Tuesday, December 7, 2021
Local weather observer Elroy Dieringer reported four days of rainfall during November totaling 3.31 inches. His measurements last month: • Nov. 3...................1.25”; • Nov. 11.................0.04”; • Nov. 25.................1.48”; • Nov. 27.................0.54”.

Council hears about ‘smart-texting’ tech as added service

Darrell Vyvjala
Tuesday, December 7, 2021
Adding technology aimed at improving communications with citizens was proposed to the Schulenburg City Council at its regular meeting Monday, Dec. 6. City Secretary Mason Florus said he was approached by Utah-based firm TextMyGov in November about “smart-texting.
Santa & Mrs. Claus come to town for Chamber parade

Santa & Mrs. Claus come to town for Chamber parade

Santa & Mrs. Claus come to town for Chamber parade

News Staff
Tuesday, December 7, 2021
Rather than a sleigh, Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive downtown via a Schulenburg Volunteer Fire Department truck (PHOTO #1). Their visit was park of the Chamber of Commerce Lighted Christmas Parade last Friday, Dec.

Filing for Primary ends Mon.

News Staff
Tuesday, December 7, 2021
The period for filing to run for elected office in the March 1, 2022 Primary Elections ends at 6 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 13. Prospective candidates must file with their respective party chairs for a place on the ballot.
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