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Fayette County 4-H members competed in the Waller County Livestock Judging Contest on Friday, Oct. 6.

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The closing of St. Mark’s hospital is a crippling loss for the City of La Grange and all of Fayette County. We all feel the loss. Those who lost jobs after years of dedicated service are devastated, I’m sure.

The JV Leopards improved their district record to 2-0 last night with a 38-0 win over the Caldwell Hornets. Touchdowns were scored by Caleb Hensley on a pass from Quade Brothers, Holdyn Cooper on a pass from Quade Brothers, Ryder Price on a pass from Quade Brothers, A rushing touchdown by Ramon Ortiz and 2 rushing touchdowns by Quade Brothers Defense played well in the shut out, and there was an interception Graham Youens.

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There was orange juice, and champagne and fruit. There was also hugs and tears – and an uneasiness about the future.

Fayette County Commissioners Court voted to extend the burn ban at their meeting last Thursday, Oct. 12.

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Arts for Rural Texas is offering a free music series during the month of October. The Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series is held from 6-8 p.m. on the Courthouse lawn. Scheduled artists include: Oct. 17, Tim Burge; Oct. 24, Brennan Nase and Steffany Johnston; Oct. 31, Chad Richard. For more information, call (979) 378-2113.