Fayette County Judge Dan Mueller approved a mass gathering permit for the Real Deal Family Reunion trail ride scheduled for Sept. 25-27.

We all celebrate life’s biggest milestones, from birthdays, graduations, weddings, and so many other special moments, but an often overlooked or unwelcome celebration is the passing of life. At Fayette Memorial Funeral Home, a celebration of life is not only what they do on a day-to-day basis, but they have been a community milestone 20 years in the making.

Schulenburg Police Chief Troy Brenek reports on the following incidents his department responded to during the week of Aug. 17-22.

W The Winchester BBQ Showdown will be held Oct. 10-11, starting at 5 p.m.

La Grange Police Chief David Gilbreath reports on the following incidents his department responded to during the week of Aug. 17-24 .

Fayette Sheriff Keith Korenek reports activities of Fayette County Sheriff Deputies for the month of August 2025. Deputy Ty Roggenkamp responded to Winchester in reference to a reckless driver.

The mobile food pantry of the Capital Area Food Bank will be near Ledbetter this Saturday, Sept. 20 from 10-11 a.m.

Many of us who grew up in Fayette County in the 1960s and ’70s have memories of an ox who was a regular fixture in all the local parades. “Old Blue” was sometimes saddled and sometimes pulling a wagon, but he always made an appearance.

Would you like to engage in a deep learning experience about the natural resources of our area? Immerse yourself in a 15-week adventure, blending classroom learning with hands-on field experiences. Our program runs from Jan.

Back by popular demand, the Treasure Trail, Burton’s city-wide yard sale, is returning for its second year on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Last year’s event brought the community together for a fun-filled day of treasure hunting, and this year promises to be even bigger and better.