Society

Library gets grant from Duddlesten Foundation

The Wayne Duddlesten Foundation has awarded the Schulenburg Public Library a $25,000 grant to support library needs and to enhance and update technology.
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 870 meets

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 870 meets

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 870 meets

On Wednesday, Oct. 15, members of Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) Chapter 870 held their last planning meeting before this year’s fundraiser, which will be held at the Ammannsville KJT Hall on Saturday, Nov. 15 at 5 p.m.
Footprints of Fayette

Footprints of Fayette

Footprints of Fayette

The Springs of Fayette County By Gregory WalkerThere is an almost magical quality to natural springs. By providing a flow of fresh, clean water from underground aquifers, they provide a life-sustaining resource for humans and wildlife. They were often called “fountains” by early setters.

Meetings

LEGION & AUXILIARYAmerican Legion McBride Post 143 and Auxiliary will hold their next monthly meetings on Tuesday, Nov. 4 at the American Legion Home in Schulenburg beginning at 7 p.m.
FEC, CVC host Shred Day for National Co-op Month

FEC, CVC host Shred Day for National Co-op Month

FEC, CVC host Shred Day for National Co-op Month

Every October, cooperatives across the nation unite to celebrate National Co-op Month, spotlighting the cooperative business model – a trusted, community-driven approach that strengthens and sustains local communities.
This photo of an Osag e Camp Meeting on March 15, 1912 is just one of numerous historical photos in A Good Place to Rest: A History of the Osage Community Cemetery and Early Harvey’s Creek Settlers, first printed in 2018 as a fundraiser for the cemetery association.

This photo of an Osag e Camp Meeting on March 15, 1912 is just one of numerous historical photos in A Good Place to Rest: A History of the Osage Community Cemetery and Early Harvey’s Creek Settlers, first printed in 2018 as a fundraiser for the cemetery association.

Osage Community Cemetery Assn. sets annual meeting

The annual meeting for Osage Community Cemetery Association will be held at the cemetery on Sunday, Nov. 2 at 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome, but those attending are asked to please bring chairs.

More volunteers always welcome at Animal Shelter

Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter (GJAS) held a volunteer orientation on Saturday, Oct. 25.The orientation was well attended, and the shelter is grateful to welcome so many new volunteers who are helping to save the lives of the dogs and cats in its care.
Bishop Forest class of 1965 holds reunion

Bishop Forest class of 1965 holds reunion

Bishop Forest class of 1965 holds reunion

The class of 1965 of Bishop Forest High School in Schulenburg celebrated its 60-year reunion at Holman Valley Steakhouse on Saturday, Oct. 4.

Stanzel Museum to host Drone Racing Day Nov. 22

Stanzel Model Aircraft Museum will host Drone Racing Education Day on Saturday, Nov. 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. In addition to drone racing, there will be career information, STEM activities, museum tours and food vendors.The schedule includes:•MultiGP-Drone Racing from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Meeting Notices

SCHULENBURG Young FarmersThe Schulenburg Young Farmers will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 28 starting at 7 p.m. at the Schulenburg Expo Center.LEGION & AUXILIARYAmerican Legion McBride Post 143 and Auxiliary will hold their next monthly meetings on Tuesday, Nov.