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“First Friday at the Archives” at the Fayette Public Library in La Grange kicked off on Friday, May 5 with a program by Elaine Thomas on interviewing tips and techniques for family historians. On Friday, June 2, participants will delve into suggestions on sharing one or more of their family or personal stories.

‘What’s Your Story’ session set at Fayette Archives

News Staff

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Those wrestling with how to write a segment of their family story or a chapter in their own life are invited to join local writer and storyteller Elaine Thomas for a “First Friday at the Archives” program on Friday, June 2.

Meetings

News Staff

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

AMERICAN LEGION & AUXILIARY American Legion McBride Post 143 and Auxiliary will hold their next monthly meetings on Tuesday, June 6 at the American Legion Home in Schulenburg beginning at 7 p.m. All members and prospective members are invited to attend.

Meeting set on 150-year celebration for Schulenburg

News Staff

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

The town of Schulenburg was founded in 1873, 150 years ago. A sesquicentennial celebration is being planned. The public is invited to attend a meeting to discuss the plans for the celebration. This meeting has been scheduled on Wednesday, May 24 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Schulenburg City Hall.

Schulenburg Pageant to be held July 15

News Staff

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

The Schulenburg Pageant date has been set for Saturday, July 15 at the Schulenburg KC Hall at 6 p.m. More information will follow or check the Schulenburg Festival website at www.schulenburg festival.org More information is also available from Mary Jane Pesek at mamap1953@icloud.com or Bethany...

Bulletin Board

News Staff

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Lavaca Medical Center Health Careers Camp for Students Lavaca Medical Center in Hallettsville will hold a summer day camp for students, “Intro to Health Careers,” in two sessions – Tuesday, June 20 from 8 am. to 4:30 p.m. for students who will be in grades 8-9 in fall 2023; and Wednesday, June 21...

The original Dawson tomb at Monument Hill near La Grange. Photo Courtesy of Fayette Library & Archives

Footprints of Fayette

Nicholas Mosby Dawson By Kathy Carter

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

A Historical Column From The Fayette County Historical Commission Nicholas Mosby Dawson was born in Kentucky to George and Frances Mosby Dawson. He was raised in Sparta, White County, Tennessee. He followed his friend John Henry Moore and his cousins William and Nicholas Eastland to Texas.

TVC chair gives Memorial Day statement

News Staff

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

The following statement on Memorial is from Laura Koerner, chair of the Texas Veterans Commission and U.S. Navy veteran: “Memorial Day is a time to remember those who gave their lives in military service for all of us in the United States of America.

Legion, Auxiliary had monthly meetings

News Staff

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

American Legion McBride Post 143 and Auxiliary held their monthly meetings on May 2. A memorial service was held for Legion andAuxiliary members who passed away since last year’s memorial service.

Fayette County Retired Teachers have meeting

News Staff

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

The Fayette County Retired Teachers enjoyed a “recipe swap and tasting” on Monday, May 8. Shown are (from left) Lisa Slinkard, Melanie Mica, Karen Fitch, Sabina Rotter, Linda Oltmann, Carol Streitt, Chris Morrison and Kim Joost. Not shown are Jeanne Wetjen and Donna Burton.

Literary Club recognizes scholarship recipient during spring luncheon

News Staff

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

The Schulenburg Literary Club held its spring luncheon on Tuesday, May 9 at Cabos San Lucas in Hallettsville. Special guests at the celebration were Teagan Faith (right), the club’s 2023 scholarship recipient, and her dad, Kris Faith. Teagan plans to attend Texas State University this fall.

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