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More than just a hospital

More than just a hospital

Your health and wellness matter to us. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

Nesbitt hosts hometown author, artist for special story time

Nesbitt hosts hometown author, artist for special story time

Nesbitt Memorial Library invites families to a special Pajama Storytime on Friday, Feb. 9 at 5 p.m. with newly published author Lindsay Neath Hall featuring Ralph the Garden Gnome as well as an appearance by Jordan E. Fayette who created the art for the book. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

Columbus to host Walk for Life rally Jan. 27

Columbus to host Walk for Life rally Jan. 27

The Texas Right to Life organization is hosting a Walk for Life rally in support of anti-abortion efforts as well as protesting human trafficking and euthanasia in the nation. The Columbus-hosted event is planned for Jan. 27 at 2 p.m. starting at the Industry State Bank at 2015 Milam St. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

CHS to host faculty recital at auditorium

CHS to host faculty recital at auditorium

COLUMBUS – The Columbus High School band program is preparing for a musical showcase featuring the band director and fellow high-grade musicians on Thursday, Feb. 1 at the high school auditorium. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

Equipping the Saints holds 40th anniversary

Equipping the Saints holds 40th anniversary

The 40th anniversary for the Annual Equipping the Saints (ETS) sponsored by the Bluebonnet Conference of ELCA Congregations will be celebrated in 2024. The all-day event is being hosted by St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 400 N. Esplanade, Cuero on Saturday, Feb. 3. This year’s theme is “Celebrating the Past, Understanding the Present and Preparing for the Future.” 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

Gov. Abbott endorses Representative incumbent for reelection at event

Gov. Abbott endorses Representative incumbent for reelection at event

BROOKSHIRE – Governor Abbott’s attendance at a Jan. 17 event hosted by District 85 Representative Stan Kitzman featured an endorsement from Abbott for Kitzman’s reelection in March. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

BUSINESS RECEIVES COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION AWARD

BUSINESS RECEIVES COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION AWARD

BUSINESS RECEIVES COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION AWARD 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

COLUMBUS YARD OF THE MONTH AWARDED

COLUMBUS YARD OF THE MONTH AWARDED

COLUMBUS YARD OF THE MONTH AWARDED 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

LIONS HOST MID-WINTER CONFERENCE OVER WEEKEND

LIONS HOST MID-WINTER CONFERENCE OVER WEEKEND

LIONS HOST MID-WINTER CONFERENCE OVER WEEKEND 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

The Weimar Encore Lions presented snacks to the city Police Department in gratitude and appreciation for their commitment to our community. Shown presenting snacks are Lions Mary Ann Brenner, Cathy Pittman and Carol Scharnberg with Office Robin Allen, Sgt Josh Jones and Chief Mark Jameson.

WPD RECEIVES SNACKS FROM ENCORE LIONS

WPD RECEIVES SNACKS FROM ENCORE LIONS 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

The Red Door Fund for Mental Health continues to open paths of hope in 2024

The Red Door Fund for Mental Health continues to open paths of hope in 2024

Join the Red Door Fund for Mental Health in building stronger, safer, and more vibrant communities where every door is a gateway to hope and support. In 2021, this heartfelt initiative, motivated by a four-year-old artist’s innocent creation, came to life with the establishment of The Red Door Fund for Mental Health, a program of the Fayette Community Foundation. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

Engaging hobbies for seniors

Engaging hobbies for seniors

The value of hobbies is undeniable. A 2014 study published in the Journal of Occupational and Organizational Psychology found that employees who engaged in creative hobbies outside of work were more creative on work projects and had a better attitude on the job, while a separate study published in Psychosomatic Medicine in 2009 reported that individuals who engaged in enjoyable leisure activities had lower blood pressure and a smaller waist circumference. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

Tips to maintain your commitment to exercise

Tips to maintain your commitment to exercise

At one point or another, millions of adults across the globe have resolved to be more physically active. The benefits of routine exercise are too numerous to cite, but some of the more notable ones include a lower risk for chronic disease and illness, improved self-esteem and greater overall health. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

Bluebonnet Master Gardener Association hosts Lunch-N-Learn series

Bluebonnet Master Gardener Association hosts Lunch-N-Learn series

Colorado County members of the Bluebonnet Master Gardener Association are pleased to announce the upcoming Colorado County Lunch-N-Learn Series in Winter/Spring 2024 focused on gardening and horticulture. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

I’m not diabetic but I am a sweet guy

I’m not diabetic but I am a sweet guy

01/24/2024 12:00 AM

St. Michael Catholic School awards winners of poster contest

St. Michael Catholic School awards winners of poster contest

The winners of the Keep Christ in Christmas poster contest sponsored by the Knights of Columbus were presented their awards today. Pictured in the front row from left are first and second grade winners Luke Janecka in first place, Annie Wessels in second place and Claire Holman in third place as well as kindergarten winners Joe Marshall in first place, Nolan Holik in second place and Finlay Prichard-Jones in third place. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

COUNTY REACHES FREEZING TEMPS

County reaches freezing temps

COUNTY REACHES FREEZING TEMPS 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

St. Anthony recognizes National Catholic Schools Week

St. Anthony recognizes National Catholic Schools Week

National Catholic Schools Week 2024 is happening the week of Jan. 28, and this year’s theme is “Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community.” Student teams comprised of all grades will participate in the week’s activities together with a teacher or staff member leading the way. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

Columbus Education Foundation participates in Career Fair

Columbus Education Foundation participates in Career Fair

Columbus Education Foundation, Inc., was part of the Chamber of Commerce sponsored Career Fair at CHS on Jan. 17. CEF volunteers engaged high school students in conversation to prompt thinking about career options whether they go on to higher education at college or attend trade school for services or technology. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM

FLAG OF THE MONTH CHOSEN BY SONS AND DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

FLAG OF THE MONTH CHOSEN BY SONS AND DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

FLAG OF THE MONTH CHOSEN BY SONS AND DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION 01/17/2024 12:00 AM

Nesbitt Library to host creativity program by neural expert

Nesbitt Library to host creativity program by neural expert

The Friends of the Nesbitt Library are hosting a program presented by Dr. Gerri Hanten on Thursday, Jan. 25 at the Nesbitt Memorial Library for those who would like to become more creative in 2024. The program begins at 2 p.m. 01/17/2024 12:00 AM