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Boy Scouts turkey meal rescheduled
Boy Scouts turkey meal rescheduled
The Turkey and Dressing Meal for Columbus Troop 312, sponsored by the Columbus Noon Lions Club, is rescheduled for Sunday, April 16. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
Columbus track teams take top-3 placements in Bulldog Relays
Columbus track teams take top-3 placements in Bulldog Relays
FLATONIA – The Columbus varsity track team found great levels of success in last week’s regular season meet as both the boys and girls took top team placements. The Lady Cards had an outstanding eight gold medals from their events as they finished in second place overall with 176 points. The Cards finished the meet in third place as a team after securing a few gold medals of their own. Columbus will be looking to continue their momentum throughout the rest of the season as their performances have improved at each sequential meet. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
Lady Cards’ golfers take second in Bellville
Lady Cards’ golfers take second in Bellville
BELLVILLE – The Columbus Lady Cards’ golf team got another strong performance early last week as every golfer who competed in the meet came in with a score of 110 or lower. With a team score of 422, the Lady Cards claimed second place while being led by a golfer who finished in the top three of the overall standings. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
Lady Raiders take a big loss to Hallettsville
Lady Raiders take a big loss to Hallettsville
HALLETTSVILLE – The Rice varsity softball team has struggled to score runs all season as they attempt to create some consistency in their offense. They have been engaging in a similar crusade on the defensive end as they often struggle to slow down their opponents’ offenses. The first place Brahmettes recognized and took advantage of the Lady Raiders’ deficiencies from the open as the Lady Raiders fell in a big 22-0 defeat. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
Raiders fall in two straight blowouts
Raiders fall in two straight blowouts
The Rice Raiders’ baseball team has been falling victim to some of the same issues as they traverse a difficult season. Many of their problems are found on the defensive side of the ball as they struggle to find enough consistency to keep their opponents from having huge games offensively. Several opponents have scored into the double digits against Rice’s pitching and defense. On the other side of the ball, the Raiders have shown difficulties in getting on base and putting themselves into scoring positions on the base path. Many of these factors showed up once again during the Raiders’ last week of competition as they fell in two straight games after allowing over 20 runs in each. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
Colorado County powerlifting boys represent at State
Colorado County powerlifting boys represent at State
ABILENE – All three schools in Colorado County had representatives in the UIL State Championship Meet for powerlifting last weekend. Jesse Reip represented Columbus, John Mendoza for the Raiders and Dakota Ford for the Wildcats as they each advanced following strong performances in their respective regional meets. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
Cards compete, fall short in Bi-District playoff round
Cards compete, fall short in Bi-District playoff round
NEEDVILLE – The Columbus Cardinals’ soccer team travelled into enemy territory to take on the Needville Bluejays in the first round of the UIL state playoffs. The Cards went up against an imposing opponent as the Jays’ mix of high-pressure defense and ability to keep possession of the ball led to a championship in their district. The Cards witnessed how difficult those factors were to deal with in real time as the Bluejays scored a goal in each half to take the 2-0 victory. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
Quality pitching leads to pair of shutouts for Cards
Quality pitching leads to pair of shutouts for Cards
This season has been an important one for the staff of pitchers and fielders on the Cards’ varsity baseball team. Many of their wins have been due to defensive success led by quality outings on the mound as well as limited mistakes on the field. Last week, the Cards continued their excellence on defense with back-toback victories over district opponents. Columbus found just enough offense to help support their efforts on the other side of the ball as their defense forced two shutout wins and extended their winning streak to six games. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
Columbus softball shows composure in hard-fought wins
Columbus softball shows composure in hard-fought wins
The Lady Cards’ varsity softball team fought to a pair of tight wins during their last week of competition. Nothing came easy for Columbus as they started their week needing a big comeback at home to steal a victory away from one of their district rivals. After taking the win with an offensive explosion, the Lady Cards followed with another tight victory as they finished their undefeated week and picked up their fifth win in the past six outings. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
Lady Cards’ soccer falls in Bi-District playoff round
Lady Cards’ soccer falls in Bi-District playoff round
BAY CITY – The Lady Cards’ soccer team made it to the postseason after having the best season in the program’s history. At 17 wins, seven losses and four ties, their best record in history led to their highest district placement as well. The second-place finishers in the district reached these accolades with an impressive defense as well as standout playmakers on the offensive side of the ball. Their defensive effectiveness continued with a solid performance against the Brazosport Lady Exporters in Round 1, but their offense could not support their efforts defensively as they just missed out on a few opportunities that stifled their efforts. After a hardfought game, the Lady Cards bowed out of the postseason in the Bi-District championship round after a 1-0 loss. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
Celebrate Turtle Wing Day on April 5
Celebrate Turtle Wing Day on April 5
The Turtle Wing Foundation invites the public to kick off Autism Acceptance Month with Turtle Wing Day on April 5. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
RECORD SET AT “THE BIG ONE” COLUMBUS COUNTRY MARKET
RECORD SET AT “THE BIG ONE” COLUMBUS COUNTRY MARKET
RECORD SET AT “THE BIG ONE” COLUMBUS COUNTRY MARKET 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
New book about German immigration available at the library
New book about German immigration available at the library
The public is invited to join history enthusiasts at Nesbitt Memorial Library, 529 Washington St., to learn about a new book highlighting German immigration to the Columbus area. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
Beekeeping: An educational family experience
Beekeeping: An educational family experience
BRENHAM – Keeping a hive of bees can be an educational family activity as well as providing honey for your table and pollination for your garden and flowering plants. Most city ordinances allow up to two bee hives per city lot. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
COMPILED BY STAFF 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
CCH GIVES AWAY SPRING WREATH
CCH GIVES AWAY SPRING WREATH
CCH GIVES AWAY SPRING WREATH 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
Bank participates in Credit for Life program at RHS
Bank participates in Credit for Life program at RHS
On March 23, Industry State Bank participated in the Credit for Life program hosted by Columbus Christian Women’s Organization at Rice High School. This program allows high school seniors a trial run at the adult world, which they will experience after graduating in May. The students received a credit score and job salary and had to make various financial decisions, such as buying a car, finding housing, choosing a credit card, etc. ISB helped lend a hand in the Credit Counseling Center where the students were able to see if they had been successful in their decision-making process. The students gained a lot of insight through the program. ISB said they were proud to be a part of it. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
EL Noon Lions sponsor RHS student for Girls State
EL Noon Lions sponsor RHS student for Girls State
EAGLE LAKE – On March 23, Lions Club Secretary Charles Abel introduced Rice High School senior McKinsey Smidovec, who spoke before the Lions Club about her experiences last summer as a Girls State representative. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
FAYETTEVILLE BANK DONATES TO TURTLE WING
FAYETTEVILLE BANK DONATES TO TURTLE WING
FAYETTEVILLE BANK DONATES TO TURTLE WING 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
Weimar Lions donate to Parents as Teachers
Weimar Lions donate to Parents as Teachers
At their meeting on March 21, the Weimar Lions hosted two representatives from Parents as Teachers - Josue Rivas, development director, and Sonya Roberts, educator - for an update and to receive a donation. The Lions’ local Parents as Teachers affiliate serves the Weimar and Schulenburg areas. According to a release, PAT’s mission is to provide the information, support and encouragement parents need to help their children develop optimally during the crucial early years of life. The organization offers personal home visits, developmental screenings, group connections with other parents, and a resource network to other community services. The Lions Club said PAT serves over 100 families and nearly 150 children, locally. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
CattleWomen donate beef to area schools for Ag Day
CattleWomen donate beef to area schools for Ag Day
March 21 marked the 50th anniversary of National Ag Day, which is celebrated in classrooms and communities across the country. 03/29/2023 12:00 AM
Colorado County Citizen
Colorado County Citizen