The Cesko Narodni Hrbitov cemetery in Ellinger was established c. 1884. In 2000, the cemetery was designated a Historic Texas Cemetery and this year, on May 18 at 2 p.m., the 25th anniversary of this designation will be commemorated. The Board that oversees the maintenance and preservation of this historic cemetery invites the community to come out to the cemetery for this celebration.

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In Friday’s Record we had some highlights from last week’s LGISD School Board Meeting. Here’s some more: Unexpected Repairs Two rooftop HVAC units were recently damaged presumably due to a lightning strike.

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April 22, 1975 La Grange High School announced that Margaret L. Joost was its first National Merit Scholarship winner.

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Footprints Of Fayette Fayette County is one of the most historic counties in Texas. In this weekly feature from the County Historical Commission, a rotating group of writers looks back at local history.

Smith-McMillan Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, will award $3500 in scholarships to students in Fayette County in 2025. The scholarships are awarded using a points system that takes into consideration their academic prowess, leadership roles, and an original essay, as well as their school, community, and church activities.

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