Heavy Rains Saturate Fayette County
A cold front triggered rainfall measuring as much as 10 inches in some Fayette County areas the prior week, resulting in water-logged fields, overflowing creeks, the closure of at least one school and impassable roads. The heaviest precipitation appeared to be northeast of Fayetteville, although there was plenty of the wet stuff all over. Seven farm-to-market roads, as well as a number of county roads, were closed at various times during the height of the rains. Although water was running over the pavement on two major highways in several places, it was an insufficient amount to shut them down. La Grange public schools closed for the day on Friday because buses could not negotiate their routes in rural areas. On Friday, the Colorado River rose about a foot an hour, peaking around midnight at 22 feet, but had dropped to 21.90 feet by 8 a.m. Saturday. Since the beginning of the corn and cotton harvests, 15.66 inches of rain had been recorded in Fayette County, four times the amount needed. Not only was harvesting delayed, but the quality of the crops was in jeopardy.
Early Bird Tickets For Rural Nonprofit Networking Group Day of Education Ends Monday, Sept. 23
The Rural Nonprofit Networking Group (RNNG), a program of the Fayette Community Foundation (FCF), is excited to invite local organizations to attend the 2024 Day of Education on Nov. 13, a dynamic event dedicated to enhancing nonprofit management. Taking place at the Round Top Rifle Hall from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. this full-day program offers hands-on learning and networking opportunities, perfect for nonprofit professionals looking to expand their knowledge and skills.
