Big Bike Ride Coming to Fayetteville This Weekend

AYETTEVILLE News

This Saturday, between 450 and 500 bike riders will fill the square to kick off The Rock n’ Road 100 bike ride sponsored by Trek Bikes. Riders can register onsite up to the morning of the ride at www.rocknroad100. com.

The route includes Fayetteville, Round Top, Industry and New Ulm. A shorter gravel route has been added this year. It’s 36 miles.

When the riders return, lunch catered by Peter’s BBQ, will be served on the square, a massage therapist will be on site and a small band will join in the festivities which should run until 4 or 5 p.m.

“Mayor Mike really helped with lots of the planning and the Fayette County Sheriff’s Dept. was also great. Jerry and Joan Herring are hosting at the Grand Fayette for the pre-dinner,” said Mynette Murtagh, race director. “A percentage of the proceeds will go to the Fayetteville Volunteer Fire Department. Randy Noviske explained how the drought was really extra work for all of them, their supplies were limited and new equipment needs to be purchased. My nine-year old daughter joined me when we talked. He gave us a tour and let her sit in the new fire truck. It was a great experience and we’re so glad we can help.”

Picking Park A group of bluegrass enthusiasts are pickin’ again this Saturday beginning between 2-3 p.m. All levels of pickers are welcome to continue the tradition of live, acoustic bluegrass jamming in the town square. For more information on Fayetteville Picking Park, go to https://www.facebook.com/ groups/100734977031117.

Turkey Stew Don’t forget the 42nd annual Turkey Stew and Bake Sale held by St. Paul Lutheran this coming Saturday at the old fire station in the square. Serving to go begins at 10:30 a.m. Quart size to-go cups available but if you want more for a crowd, bring a heatproof (non-plastic) container.

Proceeds from the event are designated for renovations for the church.

PageantWinner Congratulations to Patty Wells who was named second runner-up in the Ms. Texas Senior American Pageant last weekend. The pageant celebrates healthy aging, wellness and motivates senior women to utilize their full potential. Patty offers motivational speaking to share and inspire other women, young girls and senior citizens. She may be reached at (713) 875- 0755.

Fire Calls

Fayetteville Volunteer Fire Department Fire and EMS Call Report for October: Oct. 5, Grass fire on Kramr Rd. at Ross Prarie Rd. Oct. 21, Assist Medic 2, first responder call for an accident on State Hwy. 159 at Rek Hill Rd.

Oct. 21, Assist Medic 2, first responder call on State Hwy. 159 at Columbus Hall Ln.

Oct. 21, Assist Medic 1, first responder call on W. Fayette st. at N. Washington St.

Oct. 26, Tractor fire on FM 955 at Wecheta Rd.

Other News Notes

• In observance of Veteran’s Day, the post office and Fayetteville Bank will be closed on Friday.

• Father Jim Olnhausen served the parishes of St. John and St. Mary while Fr. Sauser was in the Holy Lands.

• Visitation for Betty Yoakum is Nov. 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Memorial Oaks Chapel in Brenham. The memorial service will also be held at the chapel on Nov. 19 at 10:30 a.m.

• Remember our Annual Veteran’s Day Parade is coming up on Friday. Former Marine Dr. Jeff Harvey and Mr. Ray Brothers, FISD Technology Director and Air Force retiree, will lead veterans from the town square to the school. All veterans meet at the square at 8 a.m. Come cheer them on.

• Set up your tree on Friday, Nov. 18 at Fayetteville’s fourth annual Christmas Tree Decorating Contest. To reserve your spot, call or text Janice at (979) 966-9157 or Debra at (361) 550-5364. For more details, go to their Facebook page: Fayetteville Christmas Tree Display.

Celebrations Happy Birthday wishes are extended to: Alice Schmitt, Payton Jurecka, Cole Jurecka, Iris Jaster-14; Ann Nimitz-16; Emily Keilers-17.

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