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Vlasta Lucille Bubela Faldyn, 87, died Sept. 17, 2023. She was born to Frank Bubela and Lucille Krenek Bubela on June 20, 1936, in Garwood, Texas.

Linda Binder, 80, died Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. She was born on Nov. 30, 1942, in Freer, Texas, to Bruce and Ruth Bell. She was an only child.

George L H King Jr., 86, passed away peacefully on Sept. 12, 2023, and this obituary was written by his own hand.

NAVASOTA – The Columbus cross- country team has had a strong run this season with several top performances while they steadily improve and prepare themselves for the district meet. Their most recent outing was reflective of the success they have been able to find this season as Columbus took several medal placements and had a triplet of runners finish in the top 10.

HOUSTON – The Columbus Cardinals have established themselves as an offensive juggernaut early in the season as they have scored over 45 points in every game they have played so far. The rushing attack has been a big emphasis as lead running back Ty’Vone Whitehead uses his speed to impact the game and break away for huge gains. Whitehead had yet another huge performance in the Cards’ most recent game against North Forest as Columbus picked up their first shut out in a 48-0 victory over the Bulldogs.

The Columbus Junior High Lady Cardinals played Tidehaven at home on Monday, Sept. 11. The seventh grade B-Team tied with Tidehaven after losing set one 17-25 and winning set two 25-21. The eighth grade B-Team won both sets, first with a 25-11 win and then by a 25-4 margin. The seventh grade A-Team team won two straight by 25-16 and 25-6. The eighth grade A-Team took down Tidehaven 25-16 in set one and then 25-22 in set two.

The varsity volleyball team for Columbus has gotten the district portion of the season started with a dominant run throughout their first few matches. The no. 4 ranked team on the TGCA poll has yet to concede a single set so far in three matches, first winning in three-straight sets against rival Rice before sweep victories against Hallettsville on the road on Sept. 12 and Edna at home on Sept. 15.

This column is dedicated to acknowledging examples of positives that express the community spirit of Columbus – our town.

My name is Colin Sclerandi, and I am a cadet at Texas ChalleNGe Academy in Eagle Lake. My birth name was Cheyenne Cabrera. I was born in Beaumont, Texas but was taken away from my biological mother when I was born because she had been abusive to others in her past.

TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION

Weimar Small Business Calls on Congress to Pass the Main Street Tax Certainty Act Readers are well acquainted with the difficulties of this economy. Although the challenges of owning and operating a small business have been exacerbated in recent years, the 20% Small Business Deduction has helped many of us stay afloat. But unlike big box stores, if Congress doesn’t act, small businesses like mine will face a massive tax hike in 2025.

Editor’s note: Leftwich holds a doctorate in psychology and is a licensed clinical social worker-emeritus. This commentary, which includes both facts and personal views, is submitted by the Health & Behavioral Wellness Council of Greater Colorado Valley.

The Wintermann Foundation will be the 45th annual Colorado County Fair Parade Marshall and will lead the parade at 10 a.m. on Sept 16.

The Colorado County Fair Royalty was chosen during a pageant held on September 7, and this year’s Fair Queen is Talyr Tipton. First Runner Up for Queen is Ashley Treece, and Second Runner Up is Alinna Elizondo.

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COLUMBUS – The Columbus Chamber of Commerce has announced a new slate of directors recently elected to the board.

COLUMBUS – After a summer hiatus, the Columbus Garden Club and its new officers resumed meetings in September.

TAYLOR – A veteran advertising leader has joined Granite Media Partners Inc. as the new vice president of sales and marketing.