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County resident reaches major milestone birthday

The teacher for sixth and eighth grade at Columbus Junior High, Amanda Opperman, recently received a grant from the Columbus Education Foundation to take her students on a field trip to Nasa Space Station.

Storybook Rescues, Inc., a not-for-profit animal rescue in Cat Spring, is looking for cat lovers.

The Columbus Chamber of Commerce extends n invitation to the community to attend the Ribbon Cutting for Mraz Quality Golf Carts at 1538 Fannin St. on Friday, March 1, at 11 a.m.

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.

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.

WEIMAR – At the most recent City Council meeting, Weimar Police Chief Mark Jameson gave another commendation for the actions of one of his officers.

WEIMAR RECOGNIZES FEBRUARY AS BLACK HISTORY MONTH

INDUSTRY STATE BANK PARTICIPATES IN CREDIT FOR LIFE PROGRAM

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.

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.

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.

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.

WEIMAR – The Cavender Weimar location got a bit of recognition from the Cavender auto family after winning a sales competition that spanned 2023.

Chamber of Commerce holds membership meeting

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.

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.

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.

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.

Noah Gonzales traveled to Shiner on Wednesday, Jan. 24, to participate in the 2024 Shiner Academic UIL Invitational Meet.