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Columbus – When runners cross the starting line at the Hound Song Brewing 5k Run on Nov. 11, they’ll have a special incentive to hurry back. Each runner will be rewarded for their efforts with a souvenir pint glass and their choice of Hound Song craft beers.

Building repairs and new LED lights will enhance museum

La Grange – The Colorado Valley Quilt Guild had several presentations at their Oct. 26 meeting where they learned different ways to prepare their quilts for competitions.

Patrol Stories visits Columbus Elementary

Columbus – Columbus Community Hospital’s state-of-the-art 2D digital mammography equipment produces clear images for excellent breast cancer screenings, providing a reliable resource for early detection close to home as Breast Cancer Awareness Month heightens attention around the importance of scheduling a mammogram.

North American Numbering Plan Administrator to Guide Implementation of New 621 Area Code Austin – The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) has approved the adoption of an additional area code for the greater Houston area to accommodate continued population growth.

COLUMBUS – The City Council made several resolutions that involve funding for different initiatives in the city. Not only did the council approve resolutions to contribute funding for the “Save Our Opera House” campaign, but they also approved a few grants that assist funds in that campaign as well as the Columbus Volunteer Fire Department.

The Columbus Community and Industrial Development Corporation approved one half of the requested amount of $105,320 dollars, or $52,660 for the addition of three bathrooms on the second floor, Grand Hall level, of the Stafford Opera House on Oct. 16.

Weimar Rotary Club hosts annual car show

COLUMBUS – The Commissioners Court made several resolutions at their most recent meeting including creating an understanding of assistance during evacuation emergencies with the city of Angleton as well courthouse and county projects and improvements. The following are a few key takeaways from the Oct. 23 Commissioners Court.

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The early voting period for the Amendments Elections on Nov. 7 began on Oct. 23 and will run until Nov. 3. Here are some of the early numbers of voter turnout in the county as voters begin the election cycle.

In light of the upcoming election that is currently in the early voting cycle, Nov. 6 will be somewhat of a holiday as the county celebrates Election Hero Day: a day of action to recognize and thank election workers across the county for their tireless efforts to keep democracy running.

COLUMBUS – The Colorado Valley Veterinary Services clinic opened their doors to a new facility on Friday, Oct. 20.

Author and railroad historian Ken Stavinoha has again brought Texas railroad history to the forefront in his recent book: “Their Rails Crossed at Wallis: (A Study of the GC&SF and the SA&AP Railroads in Southeast Texas from 1879-1929). Thebookis justouton Amazon.com for purchase. If you like to ride the rails of train history in Texas, Ken has again made it possible.

EAGLE LAKE – On Thursday, Oct. 18, the Eagle Lake Noon Lions Club welcomed three guests from the Rice Medical Center Skilled Nursing Swing Bed Program.

HENNEKE VISITS WEIMAR LIONS CLUB

SCHARNBERG JOINS WEIMAR LIONS

LIONS DONATE TO ST. MICHAEL SCHOOL

WEIMAR LION RECEIVES COMMENDATION

WEIMAR LIONS PERFORM VISION SCREENING FOR WEIMAR ELEMENTARY STUDENTS