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Library gets grant for children’s books

Library gets grant for children’s books

Library gets grant for children’s books

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
The Schulenburg Public Library has been selected as a 2026 Texas Library Grant recipient by the Texas Book Festival and Texas Library Association. The grant, in the amount of $2,500, will be used for children’s books.

Summer heat safety tips

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
With increased temperatures and the increased risk of heatrelated illness, Texas State Parks staff are presenting seven tips to help visitors beat the heat and enjoy the beauty the state has to offer.•Hydrate – For every hour you spend in the heat, drink 16 ounces of water.

Bulletin Board

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Schulenburg Knights of Columbus BBQ Pork Steak Dinner The Schulenburg KCs will serve a drive-thru-only barbecue pork steak dinner on Sunday, July 12 from 10:30 a.m. until sold out at the Schulenburg KC Hall.

Reunions

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
DieringerThe Dieringer family reunion will be held on Saturday, July 18 from noon to 6 p.m. at Freyburg Hall. For reservations, call Michael at 361-217-8199.KRISCHKEThe 48th Krischke family reunion will be held on Sunday, July 19 at St. Mary’s Hall in High Hill. The hall will open at 9 a.m.

Meetings

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Vietnam VeteransVietnam Veterans of America Chapter 870 will meeting on Wednesday, July 15 at the Ammannsville KJT Hall beginning at 7 p.m. Refreshments and a meal will be served.All Vietnam Veterans of America members, Associates of the Vietnam Veterans members and non-members are invited.
The entrance gate to Florida Chapel Cemetery, named by Stephen Townsend for the state where he met his wife and started his family. – Courtesy of Fayette Heritage Museum & Archives

The entrance gate to Florida Chapel Cemetery, named by Stephen Townsend for the state where he met his wife and started his family. – Courtesy of Fayette Heritage Museum & Archives

Footprints of Fayette

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
A Historical Column From The Fayette County Historical CommissionStephen Townsend: Early Round Top Settler By Jeff MesserStephen Townsend was born in Marlboro County, South Carolina, in the year 1800.
In the Qualifying Livestock Judging contest, the team of (from left) Holden Holub, Tatum Fritsch, Keeley Warnken and Rheagan Karisch placed 10th.

In the Qualifying Livestock Judging contest, the team of (from left) Holden Holub, Tatum Fritsch, Keeley Warnken and Rheagan Karisch placed 10th.

Fayette 4-H’ers participate in Texas 4-H Roundup

News Staff
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Eleven Fayette County 4-H’ers competed in the 2026 Texas 4-H Roundup at Texas A&M University in College Station from June 2-4 and four also received scholarships.Texas 4-H Roundup is the pinnacle event for Texas 4-H, with senior 4-H members competing in approximately 50 diverse contests.
Showing off the puzzle that was completed after many hours of work by many people are (from left) volunteer Brenda Ray and member Kelly Ortiz.

Showing off the puzzle that was completed after many hours of work by many people are (from left) volunteer Brenda Ray and member Kelly Ortiz.

Sr. Connections: gathering place for active srs.

News Staff
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Here’s a look at Senior Connections’ busy schedule for the week of July 6-10. Anyone age 55 or older is welcome at any or all locations with a free membership, where the food is fine, the friends are fantastic and the fun goes on forever!Doors are open from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.

July 8 deadline to submit pageant forms

News Staff
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
The Schulenburg Festival Scholarship Pageant will be held Saturday, July 18 at the KC Hall at 6:30 p.m.Entry forms can be picked up at the home of Mary Jane Pesek, 824 Oakland Road, or are available online on the Festival website at schulenburgfestival.org.
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