City Verifying Cemetery Records

A reminder that the City of Fayetteville is verifying its cemetery records. If you know of a plot that has been purchased, but not yet used, contact Sandee Wilkinson, the City secretary, at fayettevilletx@ cvctx.com or (979) 3782559. And it’s never too late to purchase a cemetery plot in the new cemetery. Come by the city offices between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m..

HOT Tax

Three grant requests for Hotel Occupancy Tax funds were approved in the special City Council Meeting held on Friday, Sept. 29. Funds were awarded to the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce, Arts for Rural Texas and the Fayetteville Community and Performance Center.

Tax Rate

City Council voted to set the new Fayetteville Ad Valorem tax rate at .08254/$100 valuation, which is lower than last year’s rate. The lower tax rate is the result of the City paying off their General Fund debt. Per Mayor Mike Stroup, this has been a primary goal of this administration.

Tax Vote

Fayetteville ISD hosted a public meeting to discuss the Voter Approval Tax Rate Election last Monday and will hold another meeting Thursday, Oct. 12, at 6:00 in the boardroom. Food Challenge

Two Fayetteville 4-H Food Challenge Teams recently competed in the State Fair of Texas Food Challenge Contest. Kandon Kaspar, Mackayla Griffin, Hailey Janish and Scotti Beseda placed first in the Junior Healthy Dessert Category and advanced to the final round. Sawyer Mau, Allyson Kibby, and Tatum Fritsch took first place in the Junior Appetizer Category and advanced to the final round.

National Night Out

Crowds enjoyed National Night Out on Oct. 3 hosted by our hard working volunteer fire department. Many thanks to Chief Deputy Randy Noviskie and his crew. The first in the Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series featuring singer/songwriter Joey Mc-Gee kicked off the same night and was a great success, drawing over 60 attendees.

Safari

Fayette County residents Bette and Jerry Gips and Deborah and Ken Ripper recently returned from a 10-day Tanzanian safari. They were joined by neighboring Austin County residents Julie and Maury Shepherd, Cecilia Samish and Dorothy Morrison. The group visited a traditional Maasai village where they learned about the culture, traditions and nomadic way of life.

Business Opening

Boutique Kimberly is slated to open mid-October in the square, occupying the space previously held by Petals N Lace. “I’m bringing to Fayetteville and area visitors some wonderful high-end items and a fabulous jewelry line from Germany that’s unique and affordable. Look for upscale women’s clothing that’s potentially been lightly worn. If you’re on a budget but looking for quality clothes, designer purses and jewelry from Louboutin, Athleta, J.Crew, Banana Republic and more, my new boutique is worth exploring.” stated store owner Kimberly Meyerett. “Some of the clothes and shoes haven’t been touched at all and still have tags on them. All my items are reasonably priced and unique.”

Meyerett was the previous owner of three Houston restaurants. Her and her fiancée are building a home in the Westview subdivision. Look for lots more information soon.

Picking Park

A group of bluegrass enthusiasts are pickin’ again this

Saturday on the square. Play begins between 2-3 p.m.

Rosary Crusade

If you haven’t already, mark your calendar for a Public Square Rosary Crusade held on the Fayetteville courthouse lawn on Saturday, Oct. 14 at 12 p.m. This event marks the 106th anniversary of the Miracle of the Sun at Fatima where Our Blessed Mother appeared to three children. Everyone is invited to attend and pray the rosary and other prayers for our country. It will be one of 22,000 held all over the world. You may bring your lawn chairs you wish.

Celebrations

Happy Birthday wishes are extended to: Darla Kubala-13; Isabelle Schmitt, Gilbert Belota-14; Kristi Urban- 15; Susan Schramm-17; Logan Sklar-19.

HappyAnniversary wishes are extended to: Andrew and Theresa Keilers-13; George and Linda Gully-15; Jerry and Margaret Kubala-16.

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