Reality TV Show to Feature Moreau Farmhouse Renovation

A local family has spent a long, hot summer renovating a house they plan to move into by spring break of 2024. Justice of the Peace Jamie Moreau has not only been learning her new role for Precinct 2, she’s also been renovating an 1800’s farmhouse that sat in Ellinger across Hwy. 71 from Hruska’s. And renovations aren’t all the Moreau family has been doing. They’ve been filming the project that will air on the show “First Time Fixer” in Season 5.

In “First Time Fixer,” firsttime house renovators take their home renovation dreams into their own hands and experience the risk and reward that comes with trying something new. “I was telling a friend from college that it was going to take a miracle for us to get the house remodeled due to a lack of time to work on it. She had seen that the show was casting and recommended we apply, mostly for the motivation and accountability,” stated Moreau. “We did it and after a few months, we were selected. The show has far exceeded our expectations, providing not only motivation and accountability but also a lot of encouragement and friendship. From our producer to our camera crew and everyone in between, we’ve been blessed to meet and know such a great group of people.”

The show premiers on Nov. 17 and can be viewed on Max and Discovery+. More on this story to come.

Lickskillet

Tara Miller, Executive Director of the Greater Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce appreciates everyone for their contribution to Lickskillet 2023. “October is a special month in the town of Fayetteville and has been for decades. The month kicks off with a frenzy of antique action that stretches across several neighboring counties,” stated Miller. “It ends with the Lickskillet Days Festival, fondly remembering Fayetteville’s original Czech and German settlers. Every year, for 46 years, this event has paid homage to our Czech heritage.

“This year’s event was nothing short of amazing. Our historic town square was busting at the seams, hosting more than 1,000 locals and visitors. Everywhere you turned there were folks shaking hands, sharing stories, shopping for treasures, and enjoying delicious local dishes. The atmosphere was contagious. Kids running and playing in painted faces, while enjoying the best snow cones in the county brought a smile to your face.

“An event like this takes months of planning, weeks of networking, countless hours of committee meetings, and a touch of magic to bring it all together. To find out what makes Lickskillet memorable, we met with locals who shared years of experience. We then went to work creating this vision and formed a committee of incredible individuals that went above and beyond to deliver an exceptional event.

“We are forever grateful to our committee chairs, sponsors, donors, vendors, volunteers, teers, family, and friends that made Lickskillet Days 2023 an event to remember. Each of you played a critical role in ensuring this event remained true to its roots and held a special place in the hearts of residents.

“Fayetteville is one of the smallest towns in Texas and is home to an incredible blend of natives and newcomers that share a vision to preserve the heritage of this town for future generations to enjoy. Thank you for being a part of this annual celebration, and for continuing to find it in your heart to participate in your own special way! We could not have done this without each one of you. In fondness and gratitude, Tara Miller.”

Election Day

On Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 7, voting will be open for the Constitutional Amendment, Special (for the County Surveyor position) and Joint Election. There are14 propositions, and a Fayetteville ISD Tax Rate Election. Polls hours are from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. In Fayetteville, voting is in City Hall. For more information, go to the Fayette County Elections page on the county website.

Also on Election Day, the Fayetteville Lions Club is holding a Spaghetti Supper benefiting FISD scholarships. Any Fayetteville Lions Club member will sell you a ticket or you can pick them up at Orsak’s, the Fayetteville Bank and The Wine Bar. Drive through or in-house service takes place at the old firehouse on the square from 4:30 till 6:30 p.m.

Food Pantry

The Central Texas Mobile Food Pantry will be at St. John on Wednesday, Nov. 8 from 10 to 11 a.m. This will no longer be a drive-thru food distribution. Clients will walk up to the entrance and are asked to bring bags or carts for pickup.

Veterans Breakfast

American Legion Post 602 Shelby invites everyone to their Annual Veteran’s Breakfast on Saturday, Nov. 11 from 7:30 until 9 a.m. at 4019 FM1457 in Shelby. The biscuits with gravy and bacon and eggs can’t be beat and are all yours for a free will donation. Pork and beef tamales will be for sale for $8 per dozen. Contact a Shelby Post 602 member to order. If you don’t know anyone, contact Ann at aheint@yahoo.com.

St. Paul Benefit Meal

The 43rd annual Turkey Stew, Hot Dog and Bake Sale held by St. Paul Lutheran is coming to the old fire station in the square on Saturday, Nov 11. Serving begins at 10:30 a.m. Quart size to-go cups available but if you want more for a crowd, bring a heat-proof (non-plastic) container. Proceeds from the event are designated for the church renovation projects.

Celebrations

Happy Birthday wishes are extended to: Tina Weishuhn-3; Beth Babin and Theresa Keilers- 5; Jim Wiehage-6; Dorothy Gully-9.

Happy Anniversary wishes are extended to: Gilbert and Brenda Belota-8.

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