Pair of accidents on I-10 last week includes one fatality

Local first responders had a busy day last Tuesday, July 28 with two accidents on Interstate 10. The first one was reported at 9:48 a.m. and occurred about two miles west of the Schulenburg exit.

Beatin’ the heat for a good cause

With many summer activities for youngsters limited by the pandemic, two local youths came up with a constructive way to spend a day last week while providing cold refreshments on a sweltering afternoon.

Fiery crash Friday claims five lives

A two-vehicle accident on Highway 77 about four miles north of Schulenburg resulted in the death five people, ranging in age from 1 to 47. It was reported at around 9:20 p.m. on Friday, July 24. According to the Department of Public Safety report, a 2015 Chevrolet pickup pulled onto Hwy.

Fifty-five of 303 tests on July 19 come back positive

Fayette County Emergency Management Chief Craig Moreau issued a press release Monday afternoon with the results of the COVID-19 testing conducted in Flatonia on July 19.

Superintendent’s contract extended through June 2023

The contract of Schulenburg ISD Superintendent Duane Limbaugh was extended for one year, through June 30, 2023, by a unanimous vote of the Board of Trustees at its regular meeting Monday, July 27.

Utility grants from EDC still available

With just over a month left before the deadline, the Schulenburg Economic Development Corporation has only received 25 applications for its one-time grant of $500 to offset utility costs.

New EMS director began career in Fayette County

Newly-hired Fayette County EMS Director Josh Vandever was introduced to those in attendance during the Fayette County Commissioners Court meeting held on Thursday, July 23. His first day on the job was Monday, July 27.

Narcotics investigation in Flatonia leads to arrest

The Fayette County Narcotics Unit, along with members of the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office, completed an ongoing narcotics investigation at a residence in the city of Flatonia on Wednesday, July 15, according to Sheriff Keith Korenek.

Jeep on trailer mysteriously catches fire

Members of the Schulenburg Volunteer Fire Department apply foam (left) to smother flames under a Jeep as well as contain a grass fire that resulted on the north side of westbound Interstate 10 about two miles west of the Schulenburg exit. SVFD was called just before 6 p.m.