The Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter is open 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday for all normal operations. The shelter is closed to the public on Monday with staff onsite for animal care from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Reclaims are allowed on Monday after 10 a.m. by appointment. If you believe your lost pet may be in care, call (979) 966-0021.

March 2026 Glen Travis Rollins and Madison Mae Stewart Bruce Wayne Bolfik and Patricia Sue Ann Rickman Christopher Keith Cummins and Sophia Catherine Long William Stanley Johnson and Jaylon Nell Hollaway

Recently Quilts of Valor were delivered and wrapped around Robert (Bob) Baker and John Dodson who are Vietnam Veterans. Bob Baker (U.S. Army) was instrumental in forming VVA Chapters in Schulenburg, Hallettsville and La Grange and 30-plus Chapters through out the United States. John Dodson (U.S. Army) was a not only a Founding Member and original officer of VVA 870, but a retired teacher in Schulenburg.

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension has successfully wrapped up an eight-session A Matter of Balance series designed to help older adults reduce their fear of falling, increase physical confidence, and stay active in daily life. The evidence- based series combined group discussion, practical strategies, and guided exercise sessions to support participants in improving balance and mobility.

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The handbell choir from Faith Lutheran High School, located in Warda, successfully competed in the state music competition hosted by the Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS). The event was at the Cultural Activities Center in Temple on Friday, March 27.

The City of La Grange will have Spring Clean-Up Days in April. Residents are allowed one free load of brush (no larger than 8 ft. long, 4 ft. wide, and 4 ft. tall equal to one pickup truck load). Any additional loads will be charged on your next bill.

Round Top Family Library is pleased to welcome Laura Childs as its new Children’s Program Coordinator, bringing with her a dynamic blend of educational experience, creativity, and a deep appreciation for communitycentered learning.

On April 9, the Pioneer Unit of the Herb Society of America invites everyone to join them at the Brenham Presbyterian Church to hear Mark Vorderbruggen of Merriwether Foraging Texas. Mark’s talk, “Your Yard Pharmacy: Medicinal Landscaping Plants,” is free and open to the public. The talk begins at 10 a.m., but everyone is invited to come early for a cup of coffee or tea. Find out more about the Pioneer Unit at herbsocietypioneer. org.

If you are doing reno on an old house, after the kitchen you are likely thinking about an interesting vintage sink for one or two bathrooms. “A great idea,” says Jill Wilson of LooLoo Design, “and here’s a primer on things to consider.” “By the 1870s plumbing had come in from the cold, and hot water on demand was an easy sell to new home builders,” Wilson continues.