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Lafayette Masonic Lodge Reflects on a Busy and Successful 2025

Lafayette Masonic Lodge has had a fantastic 2025. Most residents of Fayette County know the Lodge building which stands at the top of the hill on 77 as you head south into town, but few know the quiet work the members have done since 1847. As one of the oldest organizations in Fayette County 2025 saw a continuation of the renaissance we have been enjoying over the last several years.
2025 Outdoor Degree.

Commissioners Look Back at 2025 Infrastructure Improvements Here

In 2025, Precinct 4 made significant progress in improving our county’s infrastructure. We reworked 7.45 miles of roadway, which included removing base material and applying two layers of chip seal. In additional, we seal-coated 12.3 miles of road, bringing the total of 19.75 miles of roadway enhanced for safer travel.

Commissioners Look Back at 2025 Infrastructure Improvements Here

In September, we began to demolish the culverts on Mach Rd. This road is a dead end that, during flooding, will trap 35 to 40 families due to the low water crossing. Major drainage repair was performed, and 6 barrel 10’ x 6’ x 24” bridge was installed. The cost of this project was $187,000. This new bridge will ensure that residents of Mach Rd. have a safe way to travel during a major flood event.

Commissioners Look Back at 2025 Infrastructure Improvements Here

Precinct 2 has had a very successful 2025, completing several major infrastructure improvement projects, facilities and equipment upgrades, and implementing proactive maintenance plans, all while staying within our annual budget. These accomplishments reflect careful planning, long-term coordination, and active oversight to ensure projects were completed efficiently, safely, and responsibly.

Commissioners Look Back at 2025 Infrastructure Improvements Here

The Road and Bridge Department of Precinct One has experienced another productive and successful year. Although Precinct One operates with the smallest budget, our team remains committed to maximizing every dollar while delivering quality work both on and off our county roads. We understand the importance of staying within budget while also planning responsibly for the future of Fayette County.
In this photo from April of 2025, the Willow Springs Bridge sits on the south bank of Cummins Creek while contractors build new concrete approaches. Then-Pct. 2 Commissioner Luke Sternadel said it took a 100-ton crane to pick up and move the bridge. The bridge itself does not weigh that much, but it took such a large piece of machinery due to the tricky nature of navigating the creek-bottom terrain. Record file photo by Andy Behlen

Garbage Schedule

La Grange City offices will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, in observance of New Year’s Day. The week of December 29-Jan. 2 is garbage week only. Waste Management will also have a holiday on Thursday. If you normally get your garbage picked up on Thursday, it will be picked up on Friday. If you normally get your garbage picked up on Friday, it will be picked up on Saturday. For more information, visit www.cityoflg.com, City of La Grange’s Facebook page, or call (979) 968-5805.

Those Who Left in 2024

Note: These obits appeared after the Those Who Left Us in 2024 was published. December 2024 Stephen Mark Haschke , Leonard Baca, and Bernard John Okru..
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