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City of Schulenburg Seeks Engineering Services

The City of Schulenburg is seeking to enter an architectural/ engineering services contract with a state-registered professional for the Schulenburg Police Department as noted below. The following outlines this Proposal/Request for Qualifications.

LG From a Downed Line

La Grange Volunteer Fire Department put out a couple of small grass fires in town on Wednesday, Aug. 30, after a tree limb fell on a power line.

Fayetteville Suffers Another Major Water Leak

A major water leak was discovered last Saturday afternoon. Water was shut down, the water line at S.

Colorado Valley Guild Hosts Quilting Around the World Celebration in LG

The Colorado Valley Quilt Guild (CVQG) proudly hosted Glenda Wilder’s “Quilting Around the World” Presentation on Tuesday Aug. 22 and a special workshop on Wednesday, Aug.

Conserve Water

To the Editor: I have had the fortunate experience to live and thrive in a very large metropolitan city, where water restrictions were mandated. Now, in Fayette County, it truly breaks my heart and at the same time, disgusts me as it hits a nerve while I witness gorgeous green lush lawns/ yards while we are in a hard-hit drought.

Hospital at a Crossroad

To the Editor: I’d like to commend the FCR for bringing to us the complex, evolving saga of St Mark’s Hospital (SMMC), with the efforts to keep it going and the recent attempts to rebuild and reorganize. I also thank Sam Wilson and members of the newly formed HCOE group, for the extended and enlightening series that appeared in the paper, recounting the story of the hospital from its inception…

Keeping Our County Strong

To the Editor: This budget cycle has left me with great concern for Fayette County and its people. In the current proposed budget for 2024 the expenses will exceed the revenue by $855,224.

Citizen Unfairly Vilified

To the Editor: I was deeply disturbed to learn that William Bernsen was publicly vilified in open court during last week’s commissioners court meeting. As was reported in detail in this paper and told to me by more than one person, Commissioner Drew Brossmann spent an inordinate amount of time ranting about Mr.

Unknown Sister

That Little Voice I’d never seen her cry, and I had known her all my 30+ years. She was clinging to a woman I barely recognized as she let years of feelings spill onto her comforter’s dress.

First Female Jail Administrator Appointed

Schulenburg and Weimar ISD to Implement HOPE Squad Program

Schulenburg Independent School District (SISD) and Weimar Independent School District (WISD) have announced the introduction of HOPE Squad, a peer-to-peer suicide prevention program, within their schools for the upcoming academic year.

Five Generations Recently Gathered

Senior Center Going to Blue Bell Creamery

The only thing better than hanging out and enjoying a movie in a cool theater is going to Blue Bell Creamery in Brenham. Seniors will be traveling for a tour on Thursday, Sept. 14 and will enjoy a leisurely lunch at a local diner.

Adopt Me

The animal shelter has several large breed dogs available for adoption. Pictured are Bella (6-year-old female, left) and Toby (2.5-year-old male, right).

Couple Wants to Bring Gin Distillery to Downtown LG

A couple who moved to La Grange about a year ago wants to open a gin distillery on the Square. But first they need permission from the City Council.

New Quilt Exhibits Open

LGISD Must Grab $2 Million From Savings to Meet Budget

Adopting a budget was a top priority at Monday night’s La Grange school board meeting, and the adoption of the tax rate followed. But this year, things were different.

Menefee Appointed Interim City Manager; Bell Says Goodbye

At Monday’s La Grange City Council meeting, Council appointed Menefee as the interim city manager. Former City Manager Fred Bell resigned last week. Mayor Jan Dockery said Council will begin the search for a new city manager at their next meeting. Former La Grange City Manager Fred Bell provided a statement to the Record regarding his departure.