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Conducting a ribbon cutting at the historical marker dedication this past Saturday are: (front, from left) Diana Mikesky, representing the Chamber of Commerce; Mark Elvig of Packard Law Center; Josephine and Jaxson Packard; Katrina Packard of Packard Law Center; Nina Howard, representing the Chamber of Commerce; (back, from left) Mayor Connie Koopmann; Gus and Karen Breymann; and County Judge Dan Mueller. Sticker Photo By Darrell Vyvjala

Conducting a ribbon cutting at the historical marker dedication this past Saturday are: (front, from left) Diana Mikesky, representing the Chamber of Commerce; Mark Elvig of Packard Law Center; Josephine and Jaxson Packard; Katrina Packard of Packard Law Center; Nina Howard, representing the Chamber of Commerce; (back, from left) Mayor Connie Koopmann; Gus and Karen Breymann; and County Judge Dan Mueller. Sticker Photo By Darrell Vyvjala

Historical marker dedicated at old Breymann Pharmacy

Aceremony to unveil a Texas Historical Commission marker at the 141-year building at 523 North Main St. in downtown Schulenburg was held on Saturday, Nov. 2.Built in 1883 by Paul Alexander Breymann, it served as a pharmacy and drug store for 86 years.
Willy Schmidt shared his memories of attending St. Mary Parochial School at High Hill, along with his classmate and childhood neighbor Cleo Dittrich Wenske, in Stories I’ve Been Told – Volume 4. He expects his story to live on for generations and become a family heirloom. Willy is pictured taking his first look at the book beside the sign marking the location of his first school.

Willy Schmidt shared his memories of attending St. Mary Parochial School at High Hill, along with his classmate and childhood neighbor Cleo Dittrich Wenske, in Stories I’ve Been Told – Volume 4. He expects his story to live on for generations and become a family heirloom. Willy is pictured taking his first look at the book beside the sign marking the location of his first school.

Fourth volume of Elaine Thomas’ ‘Stories I’ve Been Told’ released

Stories I’ve Been Told - Volume 4, written by local author Elaine Thomas is now available atas well as other locations for $18, plus tax. Feedback on the new book from local advance readers is positive.
Emmrie Marx knocks down a Kenedy over-pass in game one. Sticker Photo By Darrell Vyvjala

Emmrie Marx knocks down a Kenedy over-pass in game one. Sticker Photo By Darrell Vyvjala

Lady Horns start playoffs with 3-0 sweep Monday

Kenedy prolonged rallies with a determined effort in the back row but the undersized Leopards fell short at the net this past Monday night in Yoakum.Emmrie Marx, with 25 kills, powered the Lady Horns to a 25-11, 25-10, 25-11 sweep in the bi-district match.“I’m happy with the win, that’s No.
MEADOW CREEK TO HAVE ONE-WAY TRAFFIC ON HALLOWEEN

MEADOW CREEK TO HAVE ONE-WAY TRAFFIC ON HALLOWEEN

MEADOW CREEK TO HAVE ONE-WAY TRAFFIC ON HALLOWEEN

The Meadow Creek subdivision in the west part of Schulenburg – which usually draws hundreds of trick-or-treaters each year – will have one-way traffic on Halloween, Thursday, Oct. 31, from 6 to 9 p.m., according to the Schulenburg Police Department.

Forensic structural engineering firm hired for City Hall remodel

The first step to repairing and remodeling City Hall was taken last week when the Schulenburg City Council approved hiring a forensic structural engineering firm.On the recommendation of City Administrator Tami Walker, the aldermen voted unanimously to proceed with Forensix Consulting.
Polling Sites

Polling Sites

Polling Sites

The General Election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 5 and polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. A sample ballot and more information on early voting (which continues through Friday, Nov. 1) can be found on GOVERNMENT-BUSINESS. On Election Day, voters must vote in the precinct where registered.
Big win in Bloomington

Big win in Bloomington

Big win in Bloomington

Da’Terrion Houston (PHOTO 1) steps out of a tackle en route to his second touchdown run in Bloomington last Friday and Marshall Wellborn (PHOTO 2) strips the ball from a Bobcat running back for a turnover in the Shorthorns’ 30-point win. For more, see SPORTS. Sticker Photos By Darrell Vyvjala

Issues with trail ride, handling of future large gatherings discussed

Several residents voiced concerns with a trail ride that took place in Fayette County at the Commissioners Court meeting on Thursday, Oct. 24.Issues with the event, which took place Sept. 27-29 on FM 3011, were also brought up earlier in October.
High fives after five-set win

High fives after five-set win

High fives after five-set win

Grace Schramek (center) celebrates with teammates Emmrie Marx (right) and Haylee Vacek after her matchending kill on Tuesday, Oct. 22, when the Lady Horns came through with a five-set win over Weimar.