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NVCW sets 5K Ranch Run at Schulenburg Festival

Navidad Valley CattleWomen will hold the ninth annual 5K Ranch Run on Saturday, Aug. 6 in conjunction with the Schulenburg Festival. The reunion theme will continue as it has inspired family fun and teamwork.

VVA to meet on April 20 at Ammannsville

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 870 meets on the third Wednesday of each month, and this month’s meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 20 The meeting will start at 7 p.m. The meeting location is the Ammannsville KJT Hall in Ammannsville.
BRIDGE executive directors are (from left) LaToya Ray, Rebecca Powe and LaKeisha Brown-Moore.

BRIDGE executive directors are (from left) LaToya Ray, Rebecca Powe and LaKeisha Brown-Moore.

BRIDGE to host RNNG meeting April 13

BRIDGE will host the Rural Non-profit Networking Group (RNNG) gathering on Wednesday, April 13 at 10 a.m. at Frisch Auf! Valley Country Club, 575 Country Club Dr. in La Grange.

Elaine Thomas’ Stories I’ve Been Told available from Sticker

Stories I’ve Been Told – Volume 1 by Elaine Thomas is available at the Schulenburg Sticker. The 210-page anthology fea The 210-page anthology features numerous photographs and an extensive index. The book sells for $14 plus tax.

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Weimar KCs Fried Catfish Dinners During Lent Weimar Knights of Columbus Council 2153 will hold a drive-thru fried catfish dinner on Friday, April 8 from 5 to 7 p.m. or until sold out at the St. Michael Catholic Church Family Center in Weimar. Cost will be $12 per plate.
SHS class of 1954 holds reunion

SHS class of 1954 holds reunion

SHS class of 1954 holds reunion

The Schulenburg High School class of 1954 held its annual mini-reunion at Oakridge Restaurant on Saturday, March 19. Willie Schoener presided over the festivities, especially acknowledging the 36 members of the class no longer here.

Legion and Auxiliary had monthly meetings Mar. 1

American Legion McBride Post 143 and Auxiliary held their monthly meetings on Tuesday, March 1. Commander Bob Heinrich called the meeting to order with 38 Legion and nine Auxiliary members in attendance. In special announcements, Heinrich thanked the Auxiliary for an excellent meal.

Local library receives memorials and new books

Spring has sprung with the beautiful bluebonnets and buttercups beginning to burst into their vivid colors and people looking forward to the warm, sunny days.
Young Farmers hold meeting

Young Farmers hold meeting

Young Farmers hold meeting

The Schulenburg Young Farmers held their monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 22 at the Schulenburg Expo Center. Kenneth Behlen (right) was program chairman and introduced guest speaker Andy Behlen (left), who gave a program about soil amendment on pastures and organic gardening.
Kathy Koch, TRTA healthy living chair, gave healthy living suggestions at the meeting on March 10.

Kathy Koch, TRTA healthy living chair, gave healthy living suggestions at the meeting on March 10.

Fayette County Retired Teachers had meeting

Members of the Fayette County Retired Teachers’ Association met on Monday, March 10. Refreshments were provided by Chris Morrison and Karen Fitch. Treasurer Nancy Pietsch reminded all that the yearly dues begin in March. She will send a letter to members with details.