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SCHARNBERG JOINS WEIMAR LIONS
SCHARNBERG JOINS WEIMAR LIONS
SCHARNBERG JOINS WEIMAR LIONS 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
HENNEKE VISITS WEIMAR LIONS CLUB
HENNEKE VISITS WEIMAR LIONS CLUB
HENNEKE VISITS WEIMAR LIONS CLUB 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
Noon Lions host Rice Medical associates
Noon Lions host Rice Medical associates
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. 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
New book by Stavinoha: ‘Their Rails Crossed at Wallis’
New book by Stavinoha: ‘Their Rails Crossed at Wallis’
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. 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
Colorado Valley Veterinary Services opens doors on new location
Colorado Valley Veterinary Services opens doors on new location
COLUMBUS – The Colorado Valley Veterinary Services clinic opened their doors to a new facility on Friday, Oct. 20. 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
Colorado County to recognize ‘election hero day’
Colorado County to recognize ‘election hero day’
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. 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
Early voting election numbers
Early voting election numbers
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. 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
BIRTHS
BIRTHS
MANCIAS IV 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
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Commissioners OK county, courthouse improvements
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. 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
Start your engines
Start your engines
Weimar Rotary Club hosts annual car show 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
Group, donor invest in Opera House campaign
Group, donor invest in Opera House campaign
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. 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
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Funding approved, grants passed at City Council
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. 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
350 student pieces of art tell the story: Bullying is a real issue
350 student pieces of art tell the story: Bullying is a real issue
The Health & Behavioral Wellness Council of Greater Colorado Valley just concluded its Stop Bullying Art Contest with a well-attended awards reception at the Live Oak Arts Center in Columbus. 10/18/2023 12:00 AM
Columbus community spotlighted in filming of movie
Columbus community spotlighted in filming of movie
Motivate Pictures and Motivate Pictures Europe joined to spend the months of September and October filming the feature film “Finding Solace” featuring the beautiful town of Columbus, Texas. 10/18/2023 12:00 AM
DAR RECOGNIZES FLAG DISPLAY
DAR RECOGNIZES FLAG DISPLAY
DAR RECOGNIZES FLAG DISPLAY 10/18/2023 12:00 AM
Hound Song Brewing Co. wins award
Hound Song Brewing Co. wins award
COLUMBUS – The Hound Song Brewing Company received some good news during their version of the Oktoberfest celebration, ‘Houndtoberfest’, after being notified of a top finish for one of their brews in the Great American Beer Festival competition. 10/18/2023 12:00 AM
A Piece of History
A Piece of History
EAGLE LAKE – The practice of freemasonry is one of the oldest institutions in the US as well as internationally as there have been many Masons who have taken their place in history. The Masons have made history a little closer to home as Masonic Lodge No. 366 received a historic dedication and a marker on Oct. 7 to designate the building as a notable location in the community. 10/18/2023 12:00 AM
Wessels drops from County Commissioner election
Wessels drops from County Commissioner election
COLUMBUS – Due to Columbus Day closings for government, the County Commissioners Court had their meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 10 to discuss and vote on a few different items that may have an impact amongst the general population of Colorado County. Below are a few of the main takeaways from a productive meeting: 10/18/2023 12:00 AM
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Dogs found in poor conditions
Several rescued by shelter 10/18/2023 12:00 AM
Habitat for Humanity restores homes through charitable donations
Habitat for Humanity restores homes through charitable donations
Since 1976, the Habitat for Humanity organization has made it their mission to provide homes to those who do not have the resources to purchase one themselves. Their mission is extending to those who already own homes as earlier this year, Habitat for Humanity introduced their Critical Repairs Program to return damaged homes back to working condition. 10/18/2023 12:00 AM
Farm Service Agency Reminds Texas Livestock Producers of Available Drought Assistance
Farm Service Agency Reminds Texas Livestock Producers of Available Drought Assistance
10/11/2023 06:00 AM
Barnhill center - Marty Stuart
Colorado County Citizen