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Fayette Community Foundation Administers $68,500 at Third Annual Scholarship Reception

The Fayette Community Foundation (FCF) proudly hosted its third annual scholarship reception on Sunday, May 21 at the Historic Casino Hall in La Grange. Celebrations!

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City of LG Seeks Proposals for Depositry Bank

The City of La Grange is seeking proposals from qualified financial institutions for a Depository Bank to provide banking services to the City. Additional information is available at City Hall located at 155 E. Colorado, or by calling the office at 979968-5805. All bids must be in a sealed envelope plainly marked “BANK SERVICES BID - ATTN: FINANCE DIRECTOR”, and delivered to the main lobby…

Fort the Record

A free sewing workshop class will be held on June 17 for ages 10 to 18 with instructor Cathy Gau. Class size is limited to ten. Students will learn to make a pillow case that they will take home. The library will provide pillowcase kits and sewing machines. A parent or guardian must be present with kids age 10-12. Call or email the Round Top Family Library at (979) 249-2700 or email info…

Wendish Heritage Scholarship Taking Applications

W TWHS Scholarship The Texas Wendish Heritage Society Scholarship Program is now taking scholarship applications. The Texas Wendish Heritage Society (TWHS) appreciates support given to the scholarship program.

How About Fidelity Month?

To the Editor: I was recently reminded June has been declared “Pride Month.” An article I recently read by a Princeton Professor suggests a better idea. The Princeton Professor “under no authority but his own” would declare June “Fidelity Month” because he believes instead of dedicating the month of June to a specific interest group, why not dedicate it to a moral virtue such as fidelity.

Movie Choice Not Appropriate for All

To the Editor: Let me first express my gratitude for all this community does for young families. There are many free and fun events throughout the year that we enjoy! Now as a Christian parent, I’d be remiss if I didn’t voice my concern over the movies being shown on the square.

Listen, Build Perspective

To the Editor: Each time I read opinions, I’m struck by the absolutes - the “shoulds” and “should nots” with no wiggle room. But maybe if I stop advocating my position long enough to listen, and look for reputable resources other than the one or two that I routinely use, ones that present a different perspective than my own, I might build a bit of understanding and tolerance.

The Choices of Growing Older

The trials of getting old, in polite company it is referred to as ‘aging,’ are ignored by most of us, until we suddenly find ourselves there—in the throes of aching, stumbling, forgetting, breaking, with lots of time to talk about these ailments. If you are over 70, or perhaps its 75, you know if you join a group of like-aged folks, you will soon be discussing what doctor you saw yesterday, what…

Special Memorial Day Observed in Fayetteville, Flag Display Erected

News Memorial Day In honor of Memorial Day, the Shelby American Legion Post 602 presented the permanent installation of a plaque and six flags on the south corner of the square. The POW/ MIA flag was raised alongside five flags representing the five military branches.

To Prune or Not to Prune? That is the Question

Sometimes I get into a routine in the garden. I find myself doing certain things the same way year after year.

The Chicken Ranch Closed Here 50 Years Ago This Summer

The infamous Chicken Ranch was a brothel located just outside the small town of La Grange. The Chicken Ranch inspired both the musical and the 1982 blockbuster movie “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas,” starring Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds.

Details for Schulenburg’s 150th Anniversary Party Taking Shape

The first train stopped in Schulenburg on Dec. 31, 1873.

Shorthorn Band Marches in D.C.

Fort the Record

The St. James Episcopal Men’s Club (The Holy Smokers) will hold a barbecue on Saturday, June 10, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. or until sold out at 156 N. Monroe St. across from H-E-B A half chicken is $5 and sausage link is $7. The meal is drive through only. This barbecue is for the benefit of St. James Preschool.

LG Band Marches At Disney World

The La Grange High School Band concluded their successful school year with a trip to Walt Disney World in Florida, where they marched in the park’s daily parade. .

The Legacy of the La Grange Ladies Cemetery Association

City Cemeteries Were Filled With Cattle, Hogs, Weeds and Unmarked Graves Before Local Ladies Stepped Up Board members of the La Grange Ladies Cemetery Association must have lost sleep 45 years ago when they wrestled with whether or not to end their organization’s proud century-old tradition of active civic service. In the First National Motor Bank meeting room at 7 p.m.

Lions Eliminate Defending State Champ D’Hanis

Fayetteville left no doubt who the best baseball team in the region was. After blasting D’Hanis 11-1 in the opening game of their region 4-1A finals Tuesday, the Lions slammed the door on the Cowboys’ hopes of repeating as state champs with a 12-4 win in the series finale Thursday at Texas State.

Fayetteville Lions at a Glance

Head Coach: Clint Jaeger Assistant Coaches: Marcus Sodek, Jake Diggs Tournament Appearances: 9 (1979, 85, 97*, 99, 2012*, 17, 18, 21*, 23) * indicated years state titles won Season Record: 19-6 Player Information Number/ Name Class Position Avg Pitching 0 Mason Fenhaus Freshman 2B .500 1 Karson Corn Senior UT .500 2 Logan Fritsch Senior C .345 3 Lawson Fritsch Sophomore DH/3B .296 4 Reid Gross…

Fayetteville Wins Regional Title – Next Stop State

They already have their diplomas. But they have one more test left.

Fayette County Community Theatre to Hold Auditions

Fayette County Community Theatre will hold open auditions for the summer children’s production, “Back to the 80s,” on June 19 and June 20 at 5:30 p.m. at La Grange ISD Performing Arts Center located on the La Grange Elementary School campus.