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Mari juana located during the traffic stop in Schulenburg.

Mari juana located during the traffic stop in Schulenburg.

Traffic stop in Schulenburg results in marijuana arrest

AWaelder man was arrested on marijuana charges following a traffic stop in Schulenburg on Tuesday, March 19, according to Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek. Sheriff Korenek reported that around 10:45 p.m.
Photo By Melanie Berger / Courtesy of Flatonia Argus

Photo By Melanie Berger / Courtesy of Flatonia Argus

April proclaimed Autism Acceptance Month in Fayette County

The Fayette County Commissioners Court signed a proclamation declaring April as Autism Acceptance Month in Fayette County at its regular meeting on Thursday, March 14. Turtle Wing Foundation Executive Director Destiny Siptak was on hand to accept the proclamation.
Counselor Heather Pavlu (right) introduces therapy dog “Birdie” to the school board during Monday night’s meeting. Sticker Photo By Darrell Vyvjala

Counselor Heather Pavlu (right) introduces therapy dog “Birdie” to the school board during Monday night’s meeting. Sticker Photo By Darrell Vyvjala

Trustees get ‘Guardian’ update, meet ‘Birdie’

A progress report on implementation of the “Guardian Program” at Schulenburg ISD was given to the Board of Trustees at its meeting Monday, March 18. Superintendent Dr. Julie Motomura said that staff participants had completed their “license to carry” and “active shooter” training.

Co. EMS deployed to wildfire task force in Ozona

EMS Director Josh Vandever informed the Fayette County Commissioners Court at its meeting on Thursday, March 14 that a County ambulance and personnel were stationed in Ozona since March 11 as part of a Texas A&M Forest Service and Texas Emergency Medical Task Force.
Azariah McKnight (right) of Schulenburg honored her mother, Raquaityah Sullivan.

Azariah McKnight (right) of Schulenburg honored her mother, Raquaityah Sullivan.

Students’ essays, poems highlight second ‘Women Making History’ event

The League of Women Voters of South Central Texas celebrated Women’s History Month with its second annual “Women Making History” event. It was held on Sunday, March 10 at Sengelmann Hall in Schulenburg and began with a welcome by Schulenburg Mayor Connie Koopmann.

Phone scam reported by Sheriff’s Dept.

The Fayette County Sheriff’s Department issued a scam warning on Thursday, March 14. The Sheriff’s Office received reports of someone calling Fayette County citizens and claiming to represent the Sheriff’s Department.
Key district win

Key district win

Key district win

Centerfielder Fay Kutac makes a running catch and teammates meet Summer Livingston at home plate after a two-run home run against Flatonia last Tuesday. The 14-4 win kept the Lady Horns in contention for a playoff spot in District 29-2A. For more, see SPORTS. Sticker Photos By Darrell Vyvjala
The Schulenburg Ministerial Alliance will host its annual Community Good Friday Service on March 29 at noon. It will be held at First United Methodist Church, 209 North Upton Ave. The Rev. Lemae Higgs, pastor of Swiss Alp Lutheran Church will preach and a light meal will follow. A free-will offering to support the work of the Ministerial Alliance will be taken and its pastors wish all a very blessed Holy Week and Easter.

The Schulenburg Ministerial Alliance will host its annual Community Good Friday Service on March 29 at noon. It will be held at First United Methodist Church, 209 North Upton Ave. The Rev. Lemae Higgs, pastor of Swiss Alp Lutheran Church will preach and a light meal will follow. A free-will offering to support the work of the Ministerial Alliance will be taken and its pastors wish all a very blessed Holy Week and Easter.

A ribbon cutting was held by the Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce at The B Haus Nursery & Marketplace on Saturday, March 9. On hand were (front row, from left) Chip Bubela, Joyce Bubela, Macy Valenta, (back row) Rodney Kalich-Chamber of Commerce director, Alan Koehn, Colton Bubela-owner, Corky Bubela, Sherry Bubela, Morgan Bubela-owner holding daughter Martha Clare Bubela, Monica Heine, Terri Wagner-Chamber of Commerce executive director and Diana Mikesky-Chamber of Commerce president. Sticker Staff Photo

A ribbon cutting was held by the Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce at The B Haus Nursery & Marketplace on Saturday, March 9. On hand were (front row, from left) Chip Bubela, Joyce Bubela, Macy Valenta, (back row) Rodney Kalich-Chamber of Commerce director, Alan Koehn, Colton Bubela-owner, Corky Bubela, Sherry Bubela, Morgan Bubela-owner holding daughter Martha Clare Bubela, Monica Heine, Terri Wagner-Chamber of Commerce executive director and Diana Mikesky-Chamber of Commerce president. Sticker Staff Photo

The B Haus Nursery & Marketplace has grand opening

What started as a dream for the Bubelas, has now come to fruition. Colton and Morgan Bubela are the proud owners of The B Haus, Nursery & Marketplace at Bubela Tree Farm. The B Haus is a nursery that sits right outside the back door of the remodeled 1930s farmhouse that has become the marketplace.