Around The County

Kist By Grace, a Christian Praise and Worship band based in Orchard, Texas, will be performing an Advent-Christmas Concert on Dec. 9, Saturday, beginning at 4 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 615 South Eagle, Weimar.

The Collins family of Columbus had not been able to celebrate their 40th year anniversary of their first family reunion since the start of the pandemic in 2020. After three years of cancelled events due to the unprecedented times, the Collins finally reunited in Columbus to hit their milestone mark.

On Monday, Nov. 20, The Girl Friends group at the Boys and Girls Club of Columbus had a pre-Thanksgiving cooking lesson from Chef Raoul of Chef Raoul’s Catering. The chef and the girls prepared an Italian dinner complete with salad, cheese bread, spaghetti and meatballs and finished with a dessert of cannelloni.

CES RECEIVES NEW PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT

COLUMBUS STUDENT COUNCIL VISITS DISTRICT 14 CONFERENCE

COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY PICKS BEHAVIOR ROCK STARS

RICE BBQ TEAM TAKES TOP PLACEMENTS

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY ANNOUNCES SCARECROW AUCTION CONTEST

The Weimar Lions organization donated funds to the Weimar Elementary School’s signature positive behavior reinforcement program. Recognizing and rewarding good behavior sets the foundation for a successful learning experience. Pictured from left are Directors Greg Howlett, Alan Gilbertson, Counselor Angela Wied, Principal Kristi Janecka, and President Michael Blackburn.

EAGLE LAKE – The Police Department looks slightly different as several officers were promoted to a new rank at the recent City Council meeting on Nov. 14. The department also welcomed a new member to their forces during the council meeting as well.

WEIMAR ENCORE LIONS PICK PEACE POSTER WINNERS

DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION CHOOSE FLAG DISPLAY OF THE MONTH

Kist By Grace, a Christian Praise and Worship band based in Orchard, Texas, will be performing an Advent-Christmas Concert on Dec. 9, Saturday, beginning at 4 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 615 South Eagle, Weimar.

LA GRANGE – The Colorado Valley Quilt Guild will be having a Nov. 28, Charity Workshop at the Randolph Community Center at 653 E Pearl St. the week after Thanksgiving.

The Deputy Santa Program will be a collaboration this year between the Sheriff’s Office and the Family & Youth Services. Applications for Deputy Santa can be picked up at the Colorado County Sheriff’s Office or at FAYS at 514 Washington St. All applications must be submitted at either location by 5 p.m. on Dec. 1. Applicants must be residents of Colorado County. Those wishing to donate gifts can also leave their donations at the listed locations as well as the Farm Bureau. For other contributions, contact Katlyn Perales at 979-732-2388 or [email protected].

The Weimar VFW Auxiliary to Post 5875 met for its regular meeting on Nov. 14 with eight present members. The meeting opened according to the Ritual by President Charlene Muras.

Out To Pastor

HANCHER FAMILY DONATES TO THE COLUMBUS EDUCATION FOUNDATION

A grateful group of “GirlFriends” recently received a donation from the Columbus Lions Club to help fund their work with the third and fourth grade girls who attend the Boys and Girls Club of Champion Valley.

NOVEMBER BEAUTIFICATION AWARD ANNOUNCED

AL&M DONATES TO VETERANS AT CJHS