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COLUMBUS – The First State Bank, 420 Walnut St., has elected Patrick C. Moeller, president and chief financial officer, as its new chairman of the board and chief executive officer.

EAGLE LAKE – The annual summer reading program returned to the Eula & David Wintermann Library and on Wednesday, June 28, attendees were in for a treat.

COLUMBUS – The 2023 Colorado County Fair pageant is fast approaching and registration for pageants has started.

COLUMBUS – On Tuesday, June 27, the Columbus Volunteer Fire Department reported an incident inside of their station bays.

SENIOR DANCES IN FULL SWING

AUSTIN – Christian Agno Aquino, 42, of Humble, was arrested for his role in a $6.9 million Medicaid fraud and kickback scheme, alongside Rene Gaviola, 67, and Ifeanyi Ndubisi Ozoh, 51, of Houston, who were previously arrested. The defendants are charged with defrauding the Medicaid program through illicit practices committed through the Floss Family Dental Care clinic in Houston.

Summer is a season to relax and enjoy the warm weather. Basking in the summer sun is a great way to relax, but only when the temperatures are safe. Summer heat waves can compromise the health of human beings as well as their pets. Gardening enthusiasts also may need to go the extra mile to keep their plants and gardens from wilting under harsh summer sun.

Applications for Community Development Partnership Program grants available in July

COLUMBUS – The Columbus Volunteer Fire Department is hosting its Second Annual Gun Raffle on Monday, September 25.

The Multi-County New Landowner Education program is a series of eight informational meetings, seminars, and field days designed to make new landowners in Austin, Colorado, Fayette, and Washington counties aware of what types of agricultural enterprises are best for their property.

Air conditioning is a welcome luxury come the dog days of summer. Few people can imagine getting through a hot summer afternoon without turning their AC on, and that can make July and August some of the more costly months on the calendar in regard to energy consumption.

AUSTIN– The dog days of summer have certainly arrived, and with the soaring temperatures Texas State Parks is sharing seven tips to help Texans enjoy time outdoors safely. Last year, 47 state parks reported 141 heat-related illnesses in humans and pets. Since January 1, 77 heat-related incidents have already been reported, compared to 64 reported by this time last year.

Eagle Lake Remembers

Pedestrian killed on FM 3013 in Eagle Lake in incident

On Friday, June 16, at approximately 6 a.m., members of the Austin County Regional Special Response Team and Texas Department of Public Safety SRT executed arrest and search warrants on two residences located in the 900 block of Fannin Street and 400 block of Malleck Street in Columbus, according to a release.

You don’t have to travel far to enjoy celebrating the fourth. See where you can enjoy watching the fireworks this year in our county.

The deadline for editorial and advertisements for the July 5 edition of The Citizen will be noon on Thursday, June 29. Content may still be submitted after this time, but content will be prioritized by what is sent before the deadline and then as space allows.

COLUMBUS – The 2023 Colorado County Fair pageant is fast approaching and registration for pageants has started.

Protector of wildlife and natural habitats

COLUMBUS – The commissioners held a regular meeting on Monday, June 26 to discuss setting a public hearing for emergency services and other precinct updates.

Summer might be a favorite for travel and fun, but it’s important to stay safe from torching temperatures in Texas by always checking the backseat and making sure kids are protected from the heat.