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Schulenburg Legend Dies From COVID Complications

David Husmann, who coached Schulenburg to back-to-back state titles in 1991 and 1992 died Friday at South Austin Medical Center from complications of COVID-19 his family has confirmed. Husmann was 67.
Jefferson Place Residents Get Christmas Stockings

Friday morning Father Brian Phillips went to help “Cindy Snowflake” drop of the stockings to the residents of Jefferson Place. Sacred Heart School students stuffed the stockings with the items sent by their families to share holiday cheer.
Judge to Appoint Brossmann

Fayette County Judge Joe Weber announced Tuesday, Dec. 16, that he will appoint Drew Brossmann to serve the unexpired term of Pct. 4 Commissioner Tom Muras, who retires at the end of this month. Muras’ term ends in 2022.
The True Meaning of Christmas

The sixth grade students at Sacred Heart Catholic School continued the annual tradition of performing a live nativity scene for the school’s Christmas program. But because of pandemic precautions, this year’s program was not done in front an audience, but instead recorded so people could watch on the school’s facebook and Youtube pages. All the students who participated in the program are shown on Page B4 today.
TXDOT Plans to Expand La Grange’s Busiest Intersection

Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) plans to expand the intersection at US 77 and Business 71 in La Grange. The tight intersection poses a major challenge to big trucks attempting to turn.
Coming to LGISD in the Year 2021: New Buildings, Rapid COVID Tests

Update on Construction With furniture installation at the new elementary office scheduled for Dec. 21, the end is in sight for the construction at LGISD.
County Purchases Tactical Robot for Law Enforcement

Fayette County purchased a tactical robot to be used by law enforcement and other first responders. The County purchased the robot through a grant funded by the United States Department of Justice and administered by the Governor’s Office.
Grinning from Beer to Beer

Brewing beer is something that’s celebrated in La Grange. The town’s first brewery is part of a state historic site, after all.
Judge Authorized to Try to Purchase Bank Building

Fayette County Commissioners authorized County Judge Joe Weber to negotiate for the purchase of the old Pioneer Bank building in La Grange. The building is located at 143 North Main Street, across from the Courthouse.
Holidays On Parade

Communities in Fayette County have been able to use the natural social distancing inherent with a parade to keep some of their holiday traditions alive amidst the pandemic. Last Saturday Round Top held its annual lighted Christmas parade.
The Writing’s on the Wall at LGISD

Last week in big gold letters, the words “La Grange Elementary” were hung on the side of the new entryway to the school, as the finishing touches of the La Grange ISD’s bond construction projects are being finalized.
Christmas Season in La Grange Kicked Off By Some 700-Plus at Schmeckenfest

In a year where nothing has been normal, Schmeckenfest wasn’t either. The 13th annual version of La Grange’s downtown Christmas event was smaller and with a lot of safety precautions.
Local Pastors Join Together for the Community Thanksgiving Service

The La Grange Area Ministerial Alliance held its annual community Thanksgiving service on Sunday, Nov. 22 at 6 pm. The Remnant Church hosted the event this year. Dennis Hill welcomed everyone present and online, and opened the service in prayer. The Remnant Church praise team provided the music for the service. Candy O’Meara led the Thanksgiving litany of Psalm 65. Marcia Kifer and Jan Hill led the prayers during the service. Cole McGlynn and Scott Elliott shared the scriptures, Psalm 138:1-5 and Ephesians 4:1-6. Martha Langford led the offering time, explaining that the food would be taken to the Amen Food Pantry in La Grange. She also explained that the monetary offering taken would be deposited in the Good Shepherd Fund, which the Ministrial Alliance oversees. This fund is to help transients passing through our community. For those not in attendance at the service, the address for donating to the fund is: Good Shepherd Fund, c/o First Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 368, La Grange, TX 78945. Chris Little delivered the Thanksgiving message based on I Thessalonians 5:16-18. The service concluded with a prayer by Kolbe Hill. For those who would like to view the service, it was livestreamed to The Remnant Church facebook page.
Amidst Bridge Construction, Pieces of Nature Are Saved

The City of La Grange hopes to save five of the crepe myrtles that used to line the road to the boat ramp. City crews dug up the trees and transplanted them in the New La Grange Cemetery on Friday, Nov. 20.
La Grange Rallies Late to Beat Schulenburg by 10

Two weeks ago, the Schulenburg Shorthorns opened their basketball season with a 15 point win over La Grange. But Tuesday it was a different story as the two teams again battled, this time with the Leps winning 58-48.
Flatonia Sweeps Fayetteville

The Flatonia boys and girls basketball teams swept Fayetteville in a doubleheader Tuesday night in Flatonia. The Flatonia boys won 80- 14.
After Harrowing Hunt, County Christmas Tree Found and Put Up in Downtown LG

Fayette County Road and Bridge crews set up the County Christmas Tree on the Courthouse lawn in La Grange Tuesday morning, Dec. 1.
Amidst Pandemic, Trail of Lights Not Only Opening But Expanding

The grounds of Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill State Historic Sites will be transformed with beautiful holiday lights during the evenings in December. This year, the popular holiday tradition has been expanded from five nights to 14 nights allowing plenty of opportunities for a safe and socially distant experience.
La Grange Band Marches Through Pandemic Obstacles, On to Area Competition

Amidst the most challenging conditions imaginable, the La Grange High School band has marched its way to remarkable success this year. After earning superior ratings at the UIL regional contest two weeks ago in Giddings, the Leps will march Saturday at Hays Consolidated in Kyle at the 4A area contest, with their Pandora’s Box-themed show.
Otto Named MVP of 27-2A Volleyball

The 27-2A All District Volleyball Team honorees have been named with lots of Schulenburg and Flatonia athletes honored. Here’s the complete list: Most Valuable Player: #9 Erica Otto, Schulenburg, Sr., OPP Setter of the Year: #18 Morgan Marburger, Schulenburg, Sr., S #5 Mollie Mica, Flatonia, Sr., S Offensive Player of the Year: #13 Emma Herman, Shiner, Sr., S/OH #11 Malarie Mican, Weimar, Jr., OH #18 Karli Siptak, Flatonia, Jr., MB Defensive Specialist of the Year: #16 Julie Guentert, Schulenburg, Sr., L Defensive Player of the Year: #16 Kennedy Koehn, Weimar, Sr., MB #16 Kiley Michalec, Shiner, Sr., L Newcomer of the Year: #11 Meredith Magliolo, Schulenburg, Fr., MB 2020 27AA All District Volleyball Team First Team Number Name #2 Carly Bonds #16 Shannen Novak #7 Macy Kolacny #9 Avery Lewis #4 Jordan Sommer #8 Makayla Adamek #9 Rylee Vancura #1 Emily Elstner #31 Lauren Summers Second Team Number Name #6 Ellie Fike #1 Ali Janecka #12 Cameryn Webernick #4 Savannah Morton #7 Kloe Kutac #13 Regan Lux #12 Madison Chumchal #17 Skylar Heger #2 Karsen Lacina #9 Kyler Tolbert School Class Position Flatonia Sr.

Shelter Update

As of Dec. 1, the total intake for the Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter is 1508: 696 dogs and 812 cats in need. As of Dec. 1, the shelter has 82 animals in care: 37 dogs/45 cats.

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November Marriage Licenses

Dustin Blaine Ogg and Terra Denise Mash Gustavo Quintero and Diana Patricia Martinez Sanchez Joshua Geremias Gussman and Apryle Marie Kappler Cullen Lee Maupin and Madison Kay Filla David Scott Fre

Hurricane Harvey Recovery Team’s Final Funds Go to AMEN Food Pantry

When relief donations first started arriving in La Grange after Hurricane Harvey in 2017, they went to churches and to the La Grange Ministerial Association. The ministers decided to create a separate non-profit organization to tackle recovery and the Fayette County Disaster Recovery Team was born.

County Selects Weishuhn Engineering Services for Mitigation Grant

Fayette County Commissioners Court selected Weishuhn Engineering Inc. of Columbus to provide engineering services for a $4.8 million mitigation grant from the Texas General Land Office (GLO).

Faith Lutheran High School Christmas Concert Tuesday

Faith Lutheran High School will present a Christmas Concert, “Faith at Christmas,” on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 7 p.m. at FLHS.

Contested Race for Pct. 4 Constable

There will be a contested race for Pct. 4 Constable in the March 5 Republican Primary Election.

Celebrate Christmas at Winedale Saturday

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Christmas Concert For Peace Dec. 22 at Festival Hill

A Christmas Concert for Peace features an extraordinary group of performing artists in Texas’ most beautiful concert venue. The Friday, Dec.

Nettie Cernosek

“I can remember the excitement and anticipation of Christmas as a young child. The house was decorated. My parents and I were all excited about the gifts under the tree and Santa Claus coming. I recall going to bed early on Christmas Eve and waking up early to see what Santa had brought.

David & Janis Stancik

“For us, the spirit of Christmas is in delighting our children and their spouses: Meredith and Shane McAuliffe, Lance and Camille Stancik and Natalie and Ken Wood, and our grandchildren: Ireland, Tucker, Paisley, Declan, Landry, Parker, Harper, Memphis and Sophie,” David Stancik says.

ARTS Holiday Show Opens Saturday

Arts for Rural Texas recognizes the artistic vision and ingenuity of creative people from around the region. Every year, ARTS opens its doors to celebrate the talents of the surrounding communities. The nonprofit’s annual Holiday Show provides an opportunity for creatives to showcase their work at ARTS’ Ross Gallery and promises to be filled with originality and expression.

John Havel

“My dad, Alvin Havel of St. John in southern Fayette County, is 93 years old.

La Grange Weather Report

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Dickens on Main Coming Up Dec. 15-16 in Smithville

Travel back in time as Smithville’s historic Main Street is transformed to Christmas in the 19th Century. Come celebrate the life and legacy of Charles Dickens with a Texas Twist as we explore the local history during this era.

About LCRA

The Lower Colorado River Authority serves customers and communities throughout Texas by managing the lower Colorado River; generating and transmitting electric power; providing a clean, reliable wa

LCRA Donates $25,000 for Playground Shade Structure in LG

The La Grange Lions Foundation will install a shade structure at the playground at Kruschel Memorial Park, thanks to a $25,000 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and the City of La Grange. The Community Development Partnership Program grant, along with $8,250 in matching funds from the foundation, will add a second protective covering at the park on the west side of La Grange.

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