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Footprints of Fayette

Footprints of Fayette

Footprints of Fayette

News Staff
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
A Historical Column From The Fayette County Historical CommissionYa’ Messed with the Wrong Fella’ – Part II Fayette County Historical Commission This installment of Footprints of Fayette is the second in a series concerning the encounter between those engaged in crime and those who are the victims...

Friends of Weimar Library set Open Mic Poetry Night

News Staff
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
This April, Friends of the Weimar Public Library celebrates its fifth observance of National Poetry Month, welcoming people of all ages and backgrounds to engage in poetry in meaningful ways through a free program, featuring readings, snacks, conversation and relaxation.Scheduled for Thursday,...

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News Staff
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Schulenburg SausagefestThe 11th annual Schulenburg Sausagefest will be held on Saturday, April 11 in downtown Schulenburg from 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. It’s the only festival in Texas with sausage-making contests plus homemade wine, sauerkraut and pickles.Activities will start at 11:15 a.m. with the...
In Jaime Janda’s Artful Friday class, students were tasked to paint a still life. Whether they chose to focus on one small section or a large portion of the display, each created something very individual and unique. Shown are (from left) Maxine Farley, Deborah Jones, Amparo Salinas, Nancy Hillary, Verna Lenth-front, Jaime Janda, Berni Gillings, Sharon Friedrich and Kim Penland.

In Jaime Janda’s Artful Friday class, students were tasked to paint a still life. Whether they chose to focus on one small section or a large portion of the display, each created something very individual and unique. Shown are (from left) Maxine Farley, Deborah Jones, Amparo Salinas, Nancy Hillary, Verna Lenth-front, Jaime Janda, Berni Gillings, Sharon Friedrich and Kim Penland.

Sr. Connections: gathering place for active seniors along I-10 corridor

News Staff
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
For over 10 years, Senior Connections has been a beloved gathering place for active seniors, branching into Weimar and Flatonia two years ago, to expand its engagement with people 55 and up, since transportation is a big challenge for some seniors.
This 1890s photo graph pictures Augusta (Willenberg) and William Hermes,Jr., Louise (Holste) and Dr. William Hermes, and August Hermes on the upper balcony of William Hermes Jr.’s home, at 541 North Main St., La Grange.

This 1890s photo graph pictures Augusta (Willenberg) and William Hermes,Jr., Louise (Holste) and Dr. William Hermes, and August Hermes on the upper balcony of William Hermes Jr.’s home, at 541 North Main St., La Grange.

Hermes family exhibit to open at Fayette Heritage Museum & Archives

News Staff
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
The staff of the Fayette Heritage Museum & Archives in La Grange announces a new exhibit, “The Hermes Family: Community Leaders and Philanthropists,” which will open with a public reception at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 11.The exhibit is built around large collections of photographs, documents,...
second Chance donates to Mary Gray Foundation

second Chance donates to Mary Gray Foundation

Second Chance donates to Mary Gray Foundation

News Staff
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Second Chance Emporium (SCE) recently donated $15,000 to the Mary Gray Foundation (MGF). Monies granted will help fund the MGF pottery program.
sheriff’s Posse gets donation from second Chance

sheriff’s Posse gets donation from second Chance

Sheriff’s Posse gets donation from Second Chance

News Staff
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Second Chance Emporium (SCE) recently donated $5,000 to the Fayette County Sheriff’s Posse (FCSP). Monies granted will be used to help sponsor the 18th annual Cowboys Professional Rodeo Association’s Ram Rodeo.

‘Growing Your Garden from Seeds’ program set April 14

News Staff
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
The topic for this month's Bluebonnet Master Gardener lunchand- learn educational program is “Growing Your Garden from Seeds,” scheduled for Tuesday, April 14 at the Fayette County Agricultural Building, 255 Svoboda Lane in La Grange.Guest speaker will be RandyAlbers, Master Gardener.

SPJST District 6 rally set at Moravia

News Staff
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
SPJST will host the second annual SPJST District 6 Rally on Saturday, April 11 at the Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church, 11134 FM 957, Schulenburg.From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., attendees will enjoy a luncheon and brief informative meeting followed with games and prizes for all ages.
Second Chance gives to Wellness Collaborative Campus

Second Chance gives to Wellness Collaborative Campus

Second Chance gives to Wellness Collaborative Campus

News Staff
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Second Chance Emporium (SCE) recently donated $15,000 to the Wellness Collaborative Campus (WCC). Monies granted will fund Calm Valor Recalibration which provides mental health and wellness recalibration services for 10 Fayette County veteran and front-line families.
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