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Fayette Community Foundation Impact grant cycle opens Sept.1

Fayette Community Foundation Impact grant cycle opens Sept.1

Since 2015, the Fayette Community Foundation (FCF) has awarded $43,500 to nonprofit programs enhancing local arts, culture, social welfare, health, conservation, and education. FCF’s 2023 Community Impact Grant cycle opens September 1st and closes September 30th, accessible through its new online portal. Beginning this year, funding priorities for the Community Impact Grant will focus on mental health and workforce development and education. Eligible nonprofits are able to apply for funding through FCF’s two signature programs: The Red Door Fund for Mental Health and The Green Door Fund for Workforce Development and Education. 08/23/2023 12:00 AM

Shah joins Columbus Eye Associates

Shah joins Columbus Eye Associates

Columbus Eye Associates and Columbus Optical Company are proud to announce the addition of Dr. Beena Shah to their medical staff. 08/23/2023 12:00 AM

Retiring Colorado County Sheriff’s Office sergeant Carol Richter received honors for 42 years of service.

42 YEARS OF DUTY

Sheriff’s sergeant lauded for her years of service 08/23/2023 12:00 AM

Rash of fires keep firefighters busy

Rash of fires keep firefighters busy

Municipal, county and volunteer fire departments are staying busy extinguishing a seemingly endless outbreak of grass and structural fires across Colorado County. 08/23/2023 12:00 AM

City council approves Eagle Scout project

City council approves Eagle Scout project

COLUMBUS – City Council gave the green light Aug. 14 to an Eagle Scout project to place new trash cans at the Courthouse Square and other popular spots around town. 08/23/2023 12:00 AM

BRAND NEW GAGA BALL PIT

BRAND NEW GAGA BALL PIT 08/16/2023 12:00 AM

Child predator finally gets long-awaited sentence

Child predator finally gets long-awaited sentence

District Judge Jeff Steinhauser handed down the harshest possible punishment on August 8, 2023 to former parole officer from Victoria, Texas. For the sexual abuse of a child that occurred in Wallis, Texas back in 2015. 08/16/2023 12:00 AM

One more scam call and I’m going to scream

One more scam call and I’m going to scream

Upon retirement, my life changed in few ways. I’m still as busy as before; I just don’t get a paycheck for being busy. Nothing has changed that much. 08/16/2023 12:00 AM

CCWO annual fundraiser set for September

CCWO annual fundraiser set for September

COLUMBUS – The Columbus Christian Women’s Organization will host its annual fundraiser featuring, “The Laura Hastedt Art Tiffin,” on Sept. 23 at the Live Oak Art Center, 1014 Milam St. 08/16/2023 12:00 AM

EL Friends of the Library Dinner set for Sept. 23

EL Friends of the Library Dinner set for Sept. 23

Friends of the library Sisters, Frances Sunderman Warfield and Marilyn Sunderman Hunt are delighted to present some of the first items to be included in this year’s Silent Auction. An integral part of the Eagle Lake Friends of the Library Dinner and Auction benefitting the Eula and David Wintermann Library. Frances is holding a bright fabric covered wire woven basket to hold your creative choice of decorative items. In the front is a pair of black metal, “Star of Texas”, Candle Holders to illuminate that special place on your wall. Marilyn presents a large white bowl rimmed in red, decorated with sprigs of Holly, Mistletoe and Pine, perfect for serving Holiday goodies. These 3 selections are just hints at the large variety of Silent Auction items that are being donated by local folks and businesses here in Eagle Lake. Be sure to mark your calendars for September 23, 2023 and purchase Dinner ($12) and Raffle ($20) Tickets soon from any Friends of the Library members. Or visit the Eula and David Wintermann Library to see the Silent Auction items on display and purchase your tickets while you are there. 08/16/2023 12:00 AM

ISB SHOWS SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS

ISB SHOWS SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS

ISB SHOWS SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS 08/16/2023 12:00 AM

First National of Eagle Lake breaks ground on home office

First National of Eagle Lake breaks ground on home office

The First National Bank of Eagle Lake is proud to announce the August 8th groundbreaking ceremony for their new home office, which will be located at 1220 E Main St Eagle Lake, Texas. The project is the single largest investment in the history of this bank. It is a necessary step toward strengthening operational efficiency and a commitment set by the bank towards continuing to provide financial services for Colorado and Wharton Counties. 08/16/2023 12:00 AM

ISB SUPPORTS TEACHERS AS THEY HEAD BACK TO SCHOOL

ISB SUPPORTS TEACHERS AS THEY HEAD BACK TO SCHOOL

ISB SUPPORTS TEACHERS AS THEY HEAD BACK TO SCHOOL 08/16/2023 12:00 AM

LCRA urges watering cutbacks as serve drought presists

LCRA urges watering cutbacks as serve drought presists

As the extreme, prolonged drought throughout the region continues, the Lower Colorado River Authority has entered Stage 2 of its drought response and is asking its water customers to cut back water use by 10%-20%. “This is a serious drought, and everyone needs to step up and do their part to reduce water use,” said John Hofmann, LCRA executive vice president of Water. “We have enough water, but we don’t have enough water to waste.” 08/16/2023 12:00 AM

Celebrate Smokey Bear’s 79th birthday

Celebrate Smokey Bear’s 79th birthday

Texas A&M forest Service encourages Texans to celebrate Smokey Bear’s 79th birthday by being cautious with all outdoor activities that create heat or sparks. 08/16/2023 12:00 AM

DPS alerts drivers ahead of school year

DPS alerts drivers ahead of school year

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds drivers to use extra caution in-and-around school zones and neighborhoods as we approach the new school year. This includes knowing state laws about driving near stopped school buses and not using cell phones when you’re behind the wheel. It also means utilizing the many resources available to parents, school staff and students. 08/16/2023 12:00 AM

BIRTHS

Yoana Lopez Zavala is pleased to announce the birth of Angel Ezequiel Munoz Lopez, at 1:42pm, April 27, 2023, at Columbus Community Hospital. 08/16/2023 12:00 AM

Columbus mayor marks day for women’s equality

Columbus mayor marks day for women’s equality

Mayor Lori An Gobert made a major statement for women in the county on Tuesday, Aug. 15 as several women and girls gathered to witness Gobert sign a woman-centered proclamation into reality. During the event coordinated by the Colorado County unit of the League of Women Voters of South Central Texas, Gobert proclaimed that Aug. 26 would become Women’s Equality Day in Columbus. 08/16/2023 12:00 AM

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

KULM CELEBRATES 50 YEARS IN COLUMBUS 08/16/2023 12:00 AM

Narcotics Task Force Arrests local man Aug. 10

Narcotics Task Force Arrests local man Aug. 10

Austin County Regional Special Response Team (SRT) executed an arrest warrant Thursday August 10, 2023 at approximately 11:00 am at the 1900 block of Bowie Street in Columbus, Texas. The operation was the result of an ongoing narcotics investigation by the Westside High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA), a Narcotics Task Force. Suspect by the name of Ray Coleman age 43, was located and arrested on active warrant for manufacture and delivery of a controlled substance. This task force covers four counties and is comprised of investigators from Austin County Sheriff’s Office, Bellville PD, Sealy PD, Hempstead PD, Waller County Sheriff’s Office, Fayette County Sheriff’s Office, and DEA. The Colorado County Attorney’s Office assisted with the investigation along with local authorities joining to assist with the operation as well. 08/16/2023 12:00 AM

ES District election set for Nov. 7

ES District election set for Nov. 7

Colorado County Commissioners Court took place once again August 14, 2023 at 9:00am. Located at Colorado County Courthouse in the County Courtroom on 400 Spring St Columbus, Texas 78934. 08/16/2023 12:00 AM