La Grange Police Chief David Gilbreath released a report on the pickup that knocked down an electric pole at the Fayette County Fair. The accident happened late on Saturday, Aug.

The City of La Grange took a step toward purchasing a piece of property in downtown. The City Council met in executive session Monday night to review the terms of a contract with the seller.

Commemoration and special programs for Texas Heroes Day will take place in La Grange on Saturday, Sept. 14. Though rooted in reunions hosted on Monument Hill since 1848, Texas Heroes Day was officially established as a Texas Honor Day in 2012 by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas. Today, many organizations honor the past and present service of Texans in the military with Texas Heroes Day events hosted throughout the state.

Art After School is partnering with Arts for Rural Texas. Ballet class on Wednesdays, beginner friendly ballet focusing on practicing and perfecting skills for students interested in the arts for grades K-2. JMG Kids Garden class is also on Wednesdays. Kids will learn the art and science of gardening for grades 4th, 5th and 6th graders. All classes begin in September from 4-5:15 p.m. Registration required for all classes. Email info@ilovetoread.org or call (979) 249-2700 the library for more details.

Texas Senator Lois Kolkhorst, who represents Fayette County, recently appeared in a documentary titled “Red Power.” The film produced by conservative media outlet Texas Scorecard explores China’s role in Texas’s burgeoning renewable energy industry. It also highlights environmental hazards related to wind and solar power and the cost to taxpayers through subsidies for green energy projects.

Former Governor and Fayette County resident Rick Perry has a new role in State government. He is serving as a senior advisor to Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan.

In a triumphant return to the NFL, La Grange-native J.K. Dobbins rushed for 135 yards, including a 12-yard TD, as his Los Angeles Chargers rallied in the second half for a 22-10 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders in their season opener on Sunday.