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A scary scene unfolded in Schulenburg on Thursday, April 20, as federal agents apprehended a fugitive following an hour-long standoff. The incident took place at a residence in the 100 block of Russek St.

We’re hearing reports of damaged roofs and cars as Thursday night’s storm pounded wide portions of Fayette County with massive hail not seen here in years. .

The City of La Grange will have roll off containers available to residential utility customers for hard to dispose of items. These containers will be located at the City Service Center inside the yard and customers will have to show their utility bill receipt to be able to discard their items. These containers will be available Monday through Friday, April 24-28 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on Saturday, April 29 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. No tires, batteries, construction debris, paint or chemicals will be accepted. Only one set of mattresses per utility bill will be accepted. Refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioning units must be tagged certifying that the refrigerant has been removed by a certified technician. If you have any questions, contact the City of La Grange at (979) 968-3127 or visit www.cityoflg.com.

New La Grange City Manager Fred Bell got an unexpected boost for his first month on the job from State Comptroller Glenn Hegar. When the top Texas money man sent April sales tax rebates to cities, La Grange got $283,400 – more than half again its usual amount.

Adult computer classes will be held Friday, April 21 at the Fayette Public Library from 10 a.m. until 12 noon. Learn basic computer skills, ask questions and learn to navigate the internet with Greg Walker. Space is limited. Contact the library at (979) 968-3765 or stop by to reserve your spot.

The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office raided a room filled with drugs at the Carter Motel in La Grange on Monday, April 17. Investigators seized 4.8 oz of methamphetamine, 6.8 oz of ecstacy pills and over one pound of marijuana, along with narcotic sales paraphernalia and a 9mm handgun.