La Grange Main Street will host the 4th annual La Grange Art Stroll on Saturday, September 12 from 3-7 pm on the courthouse square. Over 15 artisans will have their work on display in locations throughout downtown La Grange. Enjoy art and shopping while you stroll through downtown. And if you get hungry, stop by one of our great restaurants or check out one of the new food trucks.

Many of you are planting your fall garden right now (or at least you should be). Now is a good time to start applying what I believe is the backbone of a good organic gardening program - liquid seaweed, molasses and apple cider vinegar.

The BYOB Cooking Team of La Grange (including Charles Schulz, Ron Voss Jr, and Timmy Machala) were crowned Grand Champs at the Fayette County Fair BBQ Cook-Off Sunday. By virtue of their win, they qualify to represent Fayette County as the Go Texan champs at next year’s Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo cook off. The BYOB team members, center, were joined by Go Texan officials at the conclusion of Sunday’s awards in La Grange. We’ll have more BBQ winners from the fair cook off in the newspaper next week. Photo by Jeff Wick

The Schulenburg City Council voted to slightly raise the property tax rate at a meeting Tuesday, Sept. 8.

If you’re looking for some great fun activities for the entire family; look no further. The annual Tejas Family Fun Day is Sunday, Sept. 13, from 2 to 7 p.m. This event is an opportunity for everyone to come out and enjoy all the fun things that Tejas Camp and Retreat Center has to offer.

Saturday the Round Top Family Library is hosting their annual “Books, Boots and BBQ” fundraiser from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Round Top Rifle Hall. The event is held even years to thank the community and volunteers for their support.

Emily Shaw of La Grange had corovavirus earlier this year but after recovering she made the decision to donate plasma, which can help other people trying to recover from the disease. “Just one donation can save four people’s lives,” Shaw said. “I don’t think enough people know the importance of giving plasma after having COVID.”

Flatonia Police Chief Lee Dick presented his activity report for the month of August to the Flatonia City Council on Tuesday. Dick reported that officers made 14 traffic stops and conducted two felony arrests last month.

Hallettsville Tribune-Herald Long-time Lavaca County resident, Doug Kubicek, has decided to toss his hat in the ring to run for County Judge. “I have considered running for a county office for some time,” Kubicek said.

The Karisch Clan participated in the Fayette County Fair Livestock Show on Sunday, Sept. 6. Rheagan had another good day in the ring, bringing home the Champion Intermediate Showmanship buckle. Not to be outdone, Rheagan’s father brought home the jackpot Adult Showmanship win. Additionally, the cattle did well. Diva brought home Reserve Champion American Heifer and Scarlett was Champion Exotic Heifer. Ree was a class winner and Isabella was second in class. Rilan also got to get some ring practice in by showing Isabella in Pee Wee Showmanship.