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Fire alarms for Civic Center approved, sprinklers scuttled

Darrell Vyvjala
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
A sprinkler system for the Civic Center was discussed by the Schulenburg City Council last month but, at its meeting this past Monday, Dec. 2, the aldermen decided not to pursue adding the fire safety feature to ongoing renovations.

City employee benefits added

Darrell Vyvjala
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
City of Schulenburg employees will be getting a couple of added benefits following action by the City Council at its meeting Monday, Dec. 2.
Businesses helped by funding from the EDC include Country Oak Boutique (top, left) and Packard Law Center (top, right) on North Main Street as well as Andre Eye & Optical at the corner of College Street and East Avenue. Sticker Photos By Darrell Vyvjala

Businesses helped by funding from the EDC include Country Oak Boutique (top, left) and Packard Law Center (top, right) on North Main Street as well as Andre Eye & Optical at the corner of College Street and East Avenue. Sticker Photos By Darrell Vyvjala

Local businesses benefiting from EDC like never before

News Staff
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Even with sales tax collections down slightly from 2023, the Schulenburg Economic Development Corporation has had its busiest and most productive year.
Santa & Mrs. Claus visit for Chamber’s Lighted Christmas Parade

Santa & Mrs. Claus visit for Chamber’s Lighted Christmas Parade

Santa & Mrs. Claus visit for Chamber’s Lighted Christmas Parade

News Staff
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Folks lined both sides of North Main Street downtown for the annual Lighted Christmas Parade, sponsored by the Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce on Sunday, Dec. 1.Santa & Mrs.
Shown above are the handgun and marijuana found by SPD officers in a vehicle after a traffic stop.

Shown above are the handgun and marijuana found by SPD officers in a vehicle after a traffic stop.

Bust made for gun, marijuana

News Staff
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
On Monday, Nov. 25 at approximately 1:16 p.m., officers with the Schulenburg Police Department conducted a traffic stop in the Shorthorn Express parking lot off Kessler Avenue (Highway 77).
A 9mm Beretta handgun and an AM-15 rifle were retrieved during the incident in which the suspect pointed the handgun at a deputy.

A 9mm Beretta handgun and an AM-15 rifle were retrieved during the incident in which the suspect pointed the handgun at a deputy.

Standoff in Kirtley area ends peacefully with arrest

News Staff
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
A standoff between law enforcement and a male subject on Wednesday, Nov. 20 in the Kirtley area in western Fayette County ended with the subject surrendering, according to a press release from Sheriff Keith Korenek.
Commissioners Court approves submission of grant for EMS to get rehab trailer

Commissioners Court approves submission of grant for EMS to get rehab trailer

Commissioners Court approves submission of grant for EMS to get rehab trailer

Melanie Berger
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
The Fayette County Commissioners Court met on Monday, Nov. 25.A resolution was approved authorizing the submission of an application to FEMA’s Assistance for Firefighters grant on behalf of Fayette County EMS.

Max price for Performing Arts Center approved by SISD Board of Trustees

Darrell Vyvjala
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
The gross maximum price for Schulenburg ISD’s Performing Arts Center was unanimously approved by the Board of Trustees at its meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 19.Prior to the vote, Clayton Collier of Collier Construction went over the figures. He said that close to 200 bids were received.
Bringing down Caden Judie for a loss of 3 in the second quarter are Jayse Janda (No. 4), Aidan Mendez (No. 44), Adin Beyer (No. 9), Nick Goode (No. 11, Marshall Wellborn (No. 70), and Preston Kahn (No. 50). Sticker Photo By Layne Vyvjala

Bringing down Caden Judie for a loss of 3 in the second quarter are Jayse Janda (No. 4), Aidan Mendez (No. 44), Adin Beyer (No. 9), Nick Goode (No. 11, Marshall Wellborn (No. 70), and Preston Kahn (No. 50). Sticker Photo By Layne Vyvjala

Turnovers hamper Horns in area playoff loss to Marlin

Darrell Vyvjala
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Three interceptions and a fumble proved too much for the Shorthorns to overcome as 17-point underdogs in their area playoff game last Friday in Hutto.A speedy Marlin team pulled away with some big plays and short fields in the second half for a 35-14 win.
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