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COLUMBUS – Out of the 545 public libraries in the state of Texas, the Nesbitt Memorial Library has distinguished itself as part of the top 15% in terms of quality and excellence after being awarded the 2023 Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award.

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.

COLUMBUS – The Columbus Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to a Ribbon Cutting at Lamberto’s Brandon House Bistro on Thursday, Feb. 8.

The St. Paul United Methodist Church at 916 Fannin St. is preparing to celebrate its 158th anniversary since becoming the first African American church in Colorado County. The celebration is scheduled for Feb. 11 at 3 p.m. following normal Sunday Service. Reverend Dr. Diane Carter of Diane Carter Ministries in Oklahoma will return to her birthplace of Columbus to deliver the message during the service.

The Rock Island Full Gospel Church will be holding its annual Camp Meeting beginning on Monday night, Feb. 5 at 7:30 p.m. It will continue Tuesday through Saturday night, Feb. 10 with daily services at 10 a.m., 2:30 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. Visiting ministers and singers from numerous states will be there to minister, sing, and fellowship. Meals and refreshments will be served. Everyone is invited to attend for a time of worship, refreshing, and fellowship.

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.

The Columbus Cardinals remain right on the doorstep of a playoff spot after winning both of their district games last week.

The Columbus Lady Cardinals defeated the Rice Lady Raiders on their home field before traveling to El Campo and losing to split their district games last week.

The Columbus Cardinals defeated the Rice Raiders 8-0 on Tuesday, Jan. 30, on their home field for their third district win of the season.

The Columbus Lady Cardinals have now dropped out of a playoff spot after losing back-to-back games last week.

The Rice Raiders are looking to lock up their playoff spot as they prepare for the last couple games of the season.

Hello everyone and welcome back to The Huddle, the reason I have called this huddle today is to talk about the Weimar Ladycats.

The Weimar Wildcats hopes of making the playoffs were extinguished after losing to Ganado last week.

The Weimar Ladycats secure their spot in the playoffs as the third seed after winning back-toback district games.

HUNTSVILLE – Sam Houston State University released the names of their 2023 Fall Graduates in a list that included several students with Colorado County origins.

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL NAMES STUDENTS OF THE MONTH