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Pursuit on I-10 starting at Engle ends east of Weimar

News Staff
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
On Monday, Feb. 7 at approximately 10:45 p.m., Sgt. Ryan Meagher conducted a traffic stop on a 2018 blue Dodge Charger for an equipment violation near Interstate 10 eastbound mile marker 668 which is near Engle, according to Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek.
After a vehicle pursuit by law enforcement from Engle to east of Weimar, items confiscated from the vehicle included a stolen rifle and marijuana.

After a vehicle pursuit by law enforcement from Engle to east of Weimar, items confiscated from the vehicle included a stolen rifle and marijuana.

Sheriff reports on stolen vehicle; reminder given to lock vehicle and take keys

News Staff
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
Sheriff Keith Korenek reports that Deputy Jared Michalec responded to a call about a stolen vehicle in the Fayetteville area on Wednesday, Feb. 2. The owner advised that they had parked the vehicle, left it running with the key in the ignition, and gone into a business.
Second Chance gives $15,000 to 10 county VFDs

Second Chance gives $15,000 to 10 county VFDs

Second Chance gives $15,000 to 10 county VFDs

News Staff
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
Second Chance Emporium in La Grange recently donated a total of $15,000 to the 10 volunteer fire departments of Fayette County. The La Grange, Schulenburg, Fayetteville, Flatonia, Round Top/Warrenton, Ellinger, Muldoon, Ledbetter, Winchester and Carmine VFDs each received $1,500.

Vehicle break-ins result in damage, little stolen

Darrell Vyvjala
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
A weekend crime spree in the southeast part of town involved 21 reports of vehicle break-ins, according to Schulenburg Police Chief Troy Brenek. “The sad part is all the damage that’s associated with it,” Brenek said. “The damage far outweighs anything that was taken.
Horns headed in new direction for next two years

Horns headed in new direction for next two years

Horns headed in new direction for next two years

Darrell Vyvjala
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
In the past decade, the Shorthorn football team has traveled northwest to the Hill County and southeast to near the Gulf Coast but, for the next two years, it’ll have some new destinations.

Bishop to designate Dubina Church as Diocesan Shrine

News Staff
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
The Most Rev. Brendan Cahill, bishop of the Diocese of Victoria, will celebrate Mass at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 14 in Dubina, accompanied by the Czech choir, to designate Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church as a Diocesan Shrine.
SHS Prom royalty

SHS Prom royalty

SHS Prom royalty

News Staff
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
Selected as king and queen at Schulenburg High’s Prom, held Saturday, Feb. 5 at St. John with a “casino” theme, were seniors Rosendo Gonzalez and Kloe Kutac (left). Juniors Grant Kubala and Jenna Matura (right) were chosen as prince and princess. Photo By Audrey Kristynik

Purchase of compactor approved, rezoning denied

Darrell Vyvjala
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
Buying a garbage compactor for use by Dairy Farmers of America was unanimously approved by the Schulenburg City Council at its regular meeting Monday, Feb. 7. City Administrator Tami Walker said two such pieces of equipment are in “dire need” of replacement.

SISD receives good audit report

Darrell Vyvjala
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Schulenburg ISD got high marks on its financial audit for 2020-21, according to a report from Belt, Harris, & Pechacek given at last Thursday’s Board of Trustees meeting.
Dr. Ackrell introduced Dr. Mark Ackrell, the medical director for Fayette County EMS, was introduced to the Fayette County Commissioners Court during public comment on Thursday, Jan. 27. Dr. Ackrell became the medical director for Fayette County EMS some months ago. He is a board certified physician in emergency medical services and is also an emergency room physician in the Austin area.

Dr. Ackrell introduced Dr. Mark Ackrell, the medical director for Fayette County EMS, was introduced to the Fayette County Commissioners Court during public comment on Thursday, Jan. 27. Dr. Ackrell became the medical director for Fayette County EMS some months ago. He is a board certified physician in emergency medical services and is also an emergency room physician in the Austin area.

Agreement approved for County to coordinate city, school elections

Melanie Berger
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
The Fayette County Commissioners Court approved entering into a joint election agreement with local political subdivisions for the May 7 election at the regular meeting on Thursday, Jan. 27.
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