In this monthly series, local realtor Andrea Schutter Riebeling does a Q & A with local business people about what inspires them. This month’s interview is with Cathy Frietsch, who, along with her husband Steve, own the 550 District in Round Top.

Second Chance Emporium made over $100,000 in grants to local non-profit groups last month, a record for the La Grange thrift store. The directors of the church-run store made the grants to 12 local groups.

C Round Top-Carmine ISD Fall Festival is on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the elementary school in Round Top.

The Stray Gathering Cowboy Church is alive and very active this month. They are holding a Jackpot Team Roping event on Sunday, Oct. 20 at 3 p.m. at the arena in Bastrop. This should be a fun event they are having sponsors for the event and will offer a concession stand. If interested in finding out more about sponsoring or competing contact Michael or Natalie Crisler. This will be a fun Sunday afternoon, so mark your calendars and be sure to attend.

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Oct. 6-12, was proclaimed Texas Extension Education Week by Fayette County Judge Dan Mueller.

Several Fayette County 4-H members competed in the State Fair of Texas Food Challenge Contest on Monday, Sept. 30, in Dallas.

Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek congratulates Deputy Wesly Arrison for being commended by his superiors for his commitment to serving the citizens of Fayette County and Fayette County Sheriff’s Office. Deputy Arrison has been appointed as Patrol Deputy for the third quarter.

Sts. Cyril & Methodius Picnic was on Sunday, Sept. 22. The church appreciates all the outside help needed to make it happen, and all who came to enjoy the food, music, auction, magic show, water slide, and all the games.

W The Combined Community Action Guntown Showdown BBQ Cookoff is scheduled for this weekend of Oct. 11-12, in Winchester.