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DAR/SAR flag display honorees for April

DAR/SAR flag display honorees for April

DAR/SAR flag display honorees for April

News Staff
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Darrel and Melanie Appelt, who reside at 220 Tait St. in Columbus, have been selected for American flag display recognition for April by the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and Sons of the American Revolution (SAR).The Appelt family has a strong tradition of patriotism.

ARTS seeks ‘America the Beautiful’ exhibit entries

News Staff
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
In honor of the United States’ 250th anniversary, Arts for Rural Texas (ARTS) invites artists to reflect on the people, places, history and ideals that have shaped this nation.“America the Beautiful” seeks work that celebrates the diversity, complexity and evolving story of the American experience...
Shout-out to the City of Schulenburg for work done recently. Senior Connections only has one bathroom and if that bathroom gets plugged up, it can be a serious issue, especially for older people. So the city came and replaced the sewer main and all of the old pipe. Senior Connections is so grateful to the City and its employees for all of their hard work and dedication.

Shout-out to the City of Schulenburg for work done recently. Senior Connections only has one bathroom and if that bathroom gets plugged up, it can be a serious issue, especially for older people. So the city came and replaced the sewer main and all of the old pipe. Senior Connections is so grateful to the City and its employees for all of their hard work and dedication.

Sr. Connections: community, fun for active srs.

News Staff
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Senior Connections is a vibrant gathering place for seniors age 55 and up, serving communities in Fayette, Colorado and Lavaca counties. Membership is completely free.
Hostesses were (from left) Diane Holub, Debbie Behlen, Carolyn Neely and Janet Murphy.

Hostesses were (from left) Diane Holub, Debbie Behlen, Carolyn Neely and Janet Murphy.

Vultures, victories: Garden Club prepares for flower show

News Staff
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
The Schulenburg Garden Club gathered this month for an afternoon of local honors, scholarship announcements and a fascinating deep dive into one of Texas’ most misunderstood neighbors: the vulture.President Bonnie Baker opened the April meeting with a communal prayer and a luncheon themed for the...

Bulletin Board

News Staff
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Fayette County Farm Bureau Food DriveThe Fayette County Farm Bureau is holding a food drive from Wednesday, April 15 through Thursday, April 30. Donations can be dropped off at the Farm Bureau Office, 411 East Colorado St., La Grange.

19th century European immigrants program planned

News Staff
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
The Fayette Heritage Museum & Archives in La Grange will host a program, “European immigration to Texas in the 19th century,” presented by Colorado County author and historian James C. Kearney, Ph.D., at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 16.For several semesters, Dr. Kearney taught an upper-division...

Animal Shelter volunteer appreciation event slated

News Staff
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
The Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter will host a volunteer appreciation event on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to noon at 255 Svoboda Lane in La Grange (across the street from the shelter).The event will recognize the dedicated volunteers who support the shelter’s daily operations, from walking...

West Navidad WMA sets spring meeting April 25

News Staff
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
The West Navidad Wildlife Management Association will hold its spring meeting on Saturday, April 25 at the Rockin W sale barn on Highway 77 north of Schulenburg.A social with bingo will be held from 5 to 6 p.m., followed by a barbecue picnic from 6 to 6:30 p.m. Hamburgers, sausage and trimming will...
Reunions

Reunions

Reunions

News Staff
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
PRAHA SCHOOLAll former students are invited to the 2026 Praha School reunion on Saturday,April 18.

Meeting Notices

Swiss Alp/ammannsville/ Dubina Farm Bureau
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Swiss Alp/Ammannsville/ Dubina Farm BureauThe Swiss Alp/Ammannsville/ Dubina Farm Bureau will meet Tuesday, April 21 at the Swiss Alp Farm Bureau meeting hall on U.S. Highway 77 between La Grange and Schulenburg.A social will begin at 6 p.m., with potluck dinner to follow.
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