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Reunions

Schulenburg High School class of 1960The Schulenburg High School class of 1960 will hold a reunion on Thursday, Oct. 3 at Robert’s Steakhouse in Flatonia from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Classmates are asked to please get on the attendance list so there will be a good head count to assist the...
Oak Bluff Village in Columbus was recognized for its display of the U.S. flag by the Daughters of the American Revolution and Sons of the American Revolution. Shown are honorees and organization representatives (from left) David Zachmeyer, Stephanie Mattix, Richard Chance-Oak Bluff Village, Connie Dittrich, Joy Lopez-Oak Bluff Village, Marti Herring, Judy Zachmeyer, Randa Simmons, Donna Pustejovsky, and Nelma and Glen Strey.

Oak Bluff Village in Columbus was recognized for its display of the U.S. flag by the Daughters of the American Revolution and Sons of the American Revolution. Shown are honorees and organization representatives (from left) David Zachmeyer, Stephanie Mattix, Richard Chance-Oak Bluff Village, Connie Dittrich, Joy Lopez-Oak Bluff Village, Marti Herring, Judy Zachmeyer, Randa Simmons, Donna Pustejovsky, and Nelma and Glen Strey.

DAR/SAR present flag display certificates

The John Everett Chapter DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) and Robert Rankin Chapter 62 SAR (Sons of the American Revolution) presented Oak Bluff Village, located at 1513 Montezuma in Columbus, with the American flag display certificates for September.

Bulletin Board

Weimar Knights of Columbus Fried Catfish DinnerWeimar KC Council 2153 will serve a hand-battered fried catfish dinner on Sunday, Sept. 22 from 10:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. (or sold out) at the St. Michael Catholic Church Family Center in Weimar. Cost is $14 for the drive-thru-only plates.

Meeting Notices

Schulenburg Young FarmersThe Schulenburg Young Farmers will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. at the Schulenburg Expo Center.The program on wildlife and deer population will be given by Laura Sherod, wildlife biologist for Texas Parks & Wildlife.
Officers of the Schulenburg Literary Club serving from September 2024 to May 2026 are (from left) president Diana Mikesky, vice president Debra Blansitt, secretary Veronica Smith, treasurer Connie Kocurek and reporter Betty Herzik.

Officers of the Schulenburg Literary Club serving from September 2024 to May 2026 are (from left) president Diana Mikesky, vice president Debra Blansitt, secretary Veronica Smith, treasurer Connie Kocurek and reporter Betty Herzik.

Literary Club discusses fundraiser at meeting

After its customary summer hiatus, the Schulenburg Literary Club reconvened its regular meetings on Tuesday, Sept. 10 at noon in the Schulenburg Public Library.The social committee members, Ginni Berwick, Betty Herzik, Amy Lanouette, Kathy Koch and Barbara Moellenberndt, served as hostesses for the...
Mary Demel was honored for her 50 years of membership in the Schulenburg Garden Club at the luncheon on Sept. 2.

Mary Demel was honored for her 50 years of membership in the Schulenburg Garden Club at the luncheon on Sept. 2.

Garden Club honors Mary Demel at luncheon

The theme for the Schulenburg Garden Club luncheon on Monday, Sept. 2 was “Our Labor Day Picnic” and the motto was “A Labor of Love.”
The table and its contents hold special significance for the solemn POW/MIA ceremony. The table, set for one, includes a white tablecloth, red rose, yellow ribbon, slice of lemon, salt, inverted glass, empty chair and candle. Legion Auxiliary members conducting the ceremony included (from left) Debbie Behlen, Patricia Hranicky and Patricia Marty.

The table and its contents hold special significance for the solemn POW/MIA ceremony. The table, set for one, includes a white tablecloth, red rose, yellow ribbon, slice of lemon, salt, inverted glass, empty chair and candle. Legion Auxiliary members conducting the ceremony included (from left) Debbie Behlen, Patricia Hranicky and Patricia Marty.

POW/MIA ceremony conducted at Legion and Auxiliary meeting

In honor of Prisoners Of War/Missing In Action Month in September, the Schulenburg American Legion Auxiliary held a solemn ceremony at the beginning of the Legion and Auxiliary meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 3.Thirty-three members of the post were present to witness the special honors conducted by the...
ABOVE – Helping to welcome fall with a blackout bingo prize she created is Martha Beckmann (right). Sharon Rodriguez (left) was the lucky winner.

ABOVE – Helping to welcome fall with a blackout bingo prize she created is Martha Beckmann (right). Sharon Rodriguez (left) was the lucky winner.

Senior Connections: a gathering place for active senior citizens

“With fall around the corner and the smell of pumpkin spice in the air, I cannot wait for the foliage to change into glorious colors and time to enjoy the cooler weather.
September yard of the month announced

September yard of the month announced

September yard of the month announced

The Schulenburg Garden Club has chosen the home of Paddy and Kaaren Magliolo at 801 West Anderson to receive yard of the month honors for September. The yard is immaculate with a variety of colors and texture that welcomes any visitor.

Healthy Home Cooking Series slated in October

Learn how to make ordinary meals extraordinary by attending a Healthy Home Cooking Series being hosted by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office of Fayette County.The workshops will be held on Thursdays, Oct. 3, Oct. 10 and Oct. 17 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in Room 104 at the Fayette County Agricultural...