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Meetings

Young Farmers
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Schulenburg Young FarmersThe Schulenburg Young Farmers will hold their next monthly meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. at the Schulenburg Expo Center.Ed Moeller is program chairman and the program will be good for two hours of CEU credits. Sign-in will begin at 6:30 p.m.
World Marriage Day celebrated at St. Mary Catholic Church in High Hill

World Marriage Day celebrated at St. Mary Catholic Church in High Hill

World Marriage Day celebrated at St. Mary Catholic Church in High Hill

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
St. Mary Catholic Church in High Hill observed World Marriage Day on Sunday, Feb. 8 by recognizing couples attaining milestone wedding anniversaries and couples married 60 years or more.World Marriage Day is a celebration that honors the beauty and commitment of marriage and recognizes how married...
Flato nia members had the opportunity to meet William Bernsen, candidate for Fayette County judge, during the lunch-and-learn program on Tuesday, Feb. 10. It was nice to learn about his background and about his vision for the position.

Flato nia members had the opportunity to meet William Bernsen, candidate for Fayette County judge, during the lunch-and-learn program on Tuesday, Feb. 10. It was nice to learn about his background and about his vision for the position.

Senior Connections: gathering place for active senior citizens in the area

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
At Senior Connections, where membership is free, the motto rings true: food is fine and the fellowship can’t be beat! With centers located in Schulenburg, Weimar and Flatonia, it is a vibrant hub for community and camaraderie.
Some of those enjoying the “Happy Days Sock Hop” included (top photo, foreground from left) Kristi McBride, Kes McBride, Stephanie Shroyer, Cindy Ferguson and Johnny Fojtik; (bottom photo) Mac Schramek and Megan Horton in the foreground and Caroline Mitchell and Patricia Winkelman in the background.

Some of those enjoying the “Happy Days Sock Hop” included (top photo, foreground from left) Kristi McBride, Kes McBride, Stephanie Shroyer, Cindy Ferguson and Johnny Fojtik; (bottom photo) Mac Schramek and Megan Horton in the foreground and Caroline Mitchell and Patricia Winkelman in the background.

‘Happy Days Sock Hop’ hosted by nonprofits brings community together

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Approximately 200 community members gathered on Saturday, Feb. 7 for the “Happy Days Sock Hop,” a free, family-friendly event made possible through the collaboration of 10 area nonprofits and local businesses.
Josephine White speaking at a Historical Commission event in 2006.

Josephine White speaking at a Historical Commission event in 2006.

Footprints of Fayette

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Josephine White: Experiencing World War II On the Homefront Fayette County Historical Commission Josephine White passed away on Feb. 8 at the age of 105.

Bulletin Board

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Wino-O Bingo hosted by Chamber of CommerceThe Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce will host Wine-O Bingo on Thursday, Feb. 19 at Svetlik Farm, 2616 FM 2672.
Speaker Susie Shank

Speaker Susie Shank

Literary Club has program on ACCSS at meeting

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
The Schulenburg Literary Club met on Feb. 10 in the Schulenburg Public Library.The day’s theme was met with surprise by attendees as most were expecting to see hearts, cupids and other Valentine’s Day embellishment.
Fayette County Czech heritage society officers for 2026 are (front row, from left) directors Barbara Eilert, Vera Wehring and Adrienne Kobza; vice president/historian Phyllis Teykl; president Betty Danner; treasurer/ director Marilyn Cernoch; director Carolyn Heihnsohn; (back row) secretary Madelyn Karstedt; and director Cathleen Noska,

Fayette County Czech heritage society officers for 2026 are (front row, from left) directors Barbara Eilert, Vera Wehring and Adrienne Kobza; vice president/historian Phyllis Teykl; president Betty Danner; treasurer/ director Marilyn Cernoch; director Carolyn Heihnsohn; (back row) secretary Madelyn Karstedt; and director Cathleen Noska,

Czech Heritage Society has soup social, meeting

News Staff
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
The Fayette County Czech Heritage Society gathered Sunday, Feb. 15 at Hanslik Hall at the Texas Czech Heritage &Cultural Center (TCHCC) in La Grange for its annual soup social and February meeting.
5x7 acryllic by Gypsy Jewels – Pasture Sunset

5x7 acryllic by Gypsy Jewels – Pasture Sunset

Exhibition to open Feb. 21 at Hallet Oak Gallery

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Hallet Oak Gallery in Hallettsville will host an exhibition, 2026 Artists’ Perspectives, from Feb. 21 to Nov. 28.An opening reception and open house will be held on Saturday, Feb. 21 from noon to 4 p.m., offering the opportunity to meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments.Gallery regular hours...

Meeting Notices

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Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Schulenburg Lions ClubThe Lions Club will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 11:45 a.m. at the Schulenburg Public Library.The speaker is will be a representative from Parents As Teachers.Czech Society Soup Social RescheduledThe Fayette County Czech Heritage Society’s new date for the annual soup social is...
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