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This rendition shows what the proposed mural will look like on the north wall of the downtown restrooms.

This rendition shows what the proposed mural will look like on the north wall of the downtown restrooms.

Downtown mural to feature ‘Painted Churches’

Darrell Vyvjala
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Downtown Schulenburg will get a little more colorful with the addition of a mural on the north wall of the restrooms located on North Main Street adjacent to the Chamber of Commerce office.

Fee for 911 signs increased

Melanie Berger
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Due to the increased cost of metal and materials, the Fayette County Commissioners Court approved fee changes for 911 address number signs, stop signs, and road name signs at its meeting last Thursday.

EMC issues cold weather warning, gives COVID update

News Staff
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
With the cold weather expected to start Wednesday evening and continue through the weekend, Fayette County Emergency Management Coordinator Craig Moreau cautioned local leaders and school districts to monitor road conditions closely.
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County judge candidates answer questions at forum

Melanie Berger
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
The Fayette County Republican Party held a political forum for the contested races for Precinct 4 commissioner and Fayette County judge on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 22 at Sengelmann Hall in Schulenburg. Over 60 people were in attendance.
RESERVE CHAMPION MARKET STEER – Exhibitor: Olivia Mathis (right).

RESERVE CHAMPION MARKET STEER – Exhibitor: Olivia Mathis (right).

More Jr. Livestock Show Winners • Jan. 21-22 • Expo Center

News Staff
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
RESERVE CHAMPION MARKET STEER – Exhibitor: Olivia Mathis (right). Sales price: $7,650. Buyers: Bubela Texas & Co.; Clear Company; Dittrich Cattle Co.; Fayette Savings Bank, SSB; Fayetteville Bank; Hallettsville Livestock Commission; Harlan Jochen; Joe & Roxanne Orsak; and Tex Propane.
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Gov. recognizes Shorthorn Band

News Staff
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
The Schulenburg Shorthorn Band recently received recognition as an official representative of the state of Texas from Gov. Greg Abbott.

St. Rose plans Catholic Schools Week activities

News Staff
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
St. Rose of Lima Catholic School will take part in the observance of Catholic Schools Week with the following schedule: Sunday, Jan. 30 (Parish) •Mass – Saturday, Jan. 29 at 5 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 30 at 7:30 & 10 a.m. •Pancake breakfast – Sunday 7 to 11:30 a.m. •Open House & Book Fair – Sunday...
SVFD personnel (from left) Travis Leihardt, Josh Berckenhoff, Caleb Geissen, and Mike Czimskey remove the “deceased” body of Kael Baumgarten from one of the vehicles. Sticker Photo By Darrell Vyvjala

SVFD personnel (from left) Travis Leihardt, Josh Berckenhoff, Caleb Geissen, and Mike Czimskey remove the “deceased” body of Kael Baumgarten from one of the vehicles. Sticker Photo By Darrell Vyvjala

Program shows students how distracted driving can result in ‘Shattered Dreams’

News Staff
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
First responders staged an accident scene last Wednesday morning, Jan. 19 to show Schulenburg High students the consequences of distracted driving.

EDC’s agreement with Blinn terminated

Darrell Vyvjala
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
Funding for new and existing businesses got a boost after action by the Schulenburg City Council at last week’s meeting. Following an executive session, the aldermen voted unanimously in favor of the Economic Development Corporation’s recommendation to terminate the agreement with Blinn College.
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Junior Livestock Show Grand Champion Market Exhibitors

News Staff
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
STEER – Exhibitor: Kaz McBride (right). Sales price: $8,500. Buyer: Middle Creek Ranch. Sticker Photo By Darrell Vyvjala GOAT – Exhibitor: Blake Meyer (front). Sales price: $7,500.
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