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INDUSTRY STATE BANK PARTICIPATES IN CREDIT FOR LIFE PROGRAM
INDUSTRY STATE BANK PARTICIPATES IN CREDIT FOR LIFE PROGRAM
INDUSTRY STATE BANK PARTICIPATES IN CREDIT FOR LIFE PROGRAM 02/14/2024 12:00 AM
WEIMAR RECOGNIZES FEBRUARY AS BLACK HISTORY MONTH
WEIMAR RECOGNIZES FEBRUARY AS BLACK HISTORY MONTH
WEIMAR RECOGNIZES FEBRUARY AS BLACK HISTORY MONTH 02/14/2024 12:00 AM
Officer Robin Allen received the Life-Saver award from Chief Mark Jameson following her actions to save an overdose victim. Citizen | Trenton Whiting
WPD officer receives commendation for actions
WEIMAR – At the most recent City Council meeting, Weimar Police Chief Mark Jameson gave another commendation for the actions of one of his officers. 02/14/2024 12:00 AM
Local shootist presents pioneer weaponry to DRT
Local shootist presents pioneer weaponry to DRT
The Dilue Rose Harris Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas welcomed self-described “history buff,” Daniel Newsom with the local Texas Historical Shootist Society at their Jan. 23 meeting. 02/14/2024 12:00 AM
Columbus American Legion gifts scholarships after competition
Columbus American Legion gifts scholarships after competition
The American Legion hosted an Oratorical Competition for Columbus ISD students to potentially earn scholarships for schooling after graduation. Columbus High School senior Alley Fitzgerald competed and was awarded a $500 scholarship by Columbus Post 383 Adjutant Herb Fish. 02/14/2024 12:00 AM
Cavender Weimar wins award for most sales
Cavender Weimar wins award for most sales
WEIMAR – The Cavender Weimar location got a bit of recognition from the Cavender auto family after winning a sales competition that spanned 2023. 02/07/2024 12:00 AM
Live Oak Art Center to host Rodeo Art Show
Live Oak Art Center to host Rodeo Art Show
COLUMBUS – The Live Oak Art Center will be displaying some of the Columbus Independent School District’s artistic submissions into the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo starting on Feb. 7 and continuing throughout the month. 02/07/2024 12:00 AM
Fayette County Community Theater and BRIDGE receive support from Stanzel Family Foundation
Fayette County Community Theater and BRIDGE receive support from Stanzel Family Foundation
SCHULENBURG – The Stanzel Family Foundation reaffirms its commitment to community development by awarding grants to two impactful organizations, the Fayette County Community Theatre and Building Resilience Inclusion Diversity & Growth thru Education or BRIDGE. These grants will support the operations of both organizations as they strive to create inclusive and vibrant communities through the arts and connection. 02/07/2024 12:00 AM
St. Paul Lutheran Church to offer drive-thru ashes on Ash Wednesday
St. Paul Lutheran Church to offer drive-thru ashes on Ash Wednesday
COLUMBUS – The St. Paul Lutheran Church has found a creative way to allow as many people as possible to follow the tradition of Ash Wednesday to commemorate the first day of Lent in the Catholic faith. On Wednesday, Feb. 14, the church will offer ashes for mobile believers in a drive-thru line at the drop-off area of the Lighthouse at 201 Veterans Drive. 02/07/2024 12:00 AM
ELPD celebrates additions, completed training
ELPD celebrates additions, completed training
EAGLE LAKE – The Eagle Lake Police Department celebrated some milestones over the past week as they welcomed a new member to the force and celebrated two current members completing further training in the field. 02/07/2024 12:00 AM
Rice Raider takes home fourth at Academic competition
Rice Raider takes home fourth at Academic competition
Noah Gonzales traveled to Shiner on Wednesday, Jan. 24, to participate in the 2024 Shiner Academic UIL Invitational Meet. 01/31/2024 12:00 AM
Daughters of the Republic of Texas donate Texas maps for local libraries
Daughters of the Republic of Texas donate Texas maps for local libraries
Daughters of the Republic of Texas local chapter president, Kathleen Townzen, found a colorful resource map of Texas, depicting historical, geologic and cultural aspects throughout the state. She purchased several to donate to local libraries. 01/31/2024 12:00 AM
Stanzel Family Foundation empowers Habitat for Humanity’s critical home repair program
Stanzel Family Foundation empowers Habitat for Humanity’s critical home repair program
SCHULENBURG – The Stanzel Family Foundation continues its commitment to fostering community well-being by providing support to the Colorado County Habitat for Humanity. The grant will specifically aid the organization’s critical home repair program in Weimar, addressing the urgent needs of individuals and families in the community. 01/31/2024 12:00 AM
Eagle Lake Noon Lions recognize EL Food Pantry
Eagle Lake Noon Lions recognize EL Food Pantry
The Jan. 25 meeting of the Eagle Lake Noon Lions featured Club Secretary Charles Abel recognizing the volunteers who give their time and talents to serve the community at the two Eagle Lake Ministerial Alliance Food Pantries. 01/31/2024 12:00 AM
Colorado Valley Quilt Guild hosts workshop
Colorado Valley Quilt Guild hosts workshop
LA GRANGE – Wednesday morning’s flooding on Jan. 24 did not deter the members of the Colorado Valley Quilt Guild from attending the “Improv” Workshop with Michelle Lavender. Michelle is from HollyDee Quilts in Luling, Tx. She showed the many ways to transform scraps into quilts, using a “Wonky” cut and an open mind. Her unique way of cutting and piecing was intriguing to each of the members present. 01/31/2024 12:00 AM
Steve and Grace McCullough were presented with an award for Volunteer of the Year. Their names will be added to a plaque that will include future winners. Citizen | Trenton Whiting
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Chamber of Commerce holds membership meeting 01/31/2024 12:00 AM
Columbus alum makes President’s Honor Roll
Columbus alum makes President’s Honor Roll
Columbus alum Carson Wray earned a significant honor at the University of Texas at Tyler following the fall semester. The fall 2023 President’s Honor Roll list features Wray’s name after a strong semester in the school’s Engineering program. 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
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