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Fayetteville KJZT Donates to Sacred Heart

3 years ago By News Staff

The Fayetteville KJZT St. Anne’s Society No. 10 recently made a donation to Sacred Heart School. Pictured are Rose Rohde-KJZT, LaDonna Voelkel-Sacred Heart School Principal, and Helen Weid-KJZT.

Second Chance Donates to Fayette Electric Cooperative Charitable Fund

3 years ago By News Staff

On Jan. 17, the Fayette Electric Cooperative Charitable Fund received a $3,000 grant from Second Chance Emporium in La Grange. This fund was set created in July 2022 to partner with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library which provides free books to children from birth to five years of age.

Fayette Electric Cooperative Marketing and Training Coordinator Tracy Denton accepts a grant from Second Chance Emporium representatives Stacy Cada and Gayle Schielack.

Soup & Bake Sale

3 years ago By News Staff

The Ellinger Chamber of Commerce will host a chicken noodle soup lunch and bake sale Sunday, Jan. 29 beginning at 10:30 a.m.

City Manager Negotiations Continue in LG

3 years ago By Andy Behlen

The La Grange City Council voted Monday night to continue negotiations with Kevin Carruth of Rockport to fill the vacant City Manager position. Carruth was the Council’s second pick for the job.

Our State Senator Has Interesting Start to Legislative Session

3 years ago By Andy Behlen

State Senator Lois Kolkhorst began her fifth legislative session representing Fayette County and the rest of District 18 when she took the oath of office at the Capitol on Jan. 10.

Fire Cause Still ‘Undetermined’; Next Step is Clean-Up

3 years ago By Andy Behlen

La Grange Fire Chief Frank Menefee reported that State Fire Marshals investigated the fire at the old La Grange Plastics Building on Colorado St., but they were unable to determine a cause. The fire early Sunday morning, Jan.

The old La Grange Plastics warehouse on Colorado St. burned in an early morning fire on Sunday, Jan. 22. Photo courtesy of the La Grange Police Department

100th Day of School Celebrated

3 years ago By News Staff

On Tuesday, January 24, the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Preschool students in La Grange celebrated the 100th day of school with special songs, snacks, crafts, and activities. They wore bright colors to show they are 100 days brighter.

Kozelsky on Iowa State Dean’s List

3 years ago By News Staff

Analyn Kozelsky from Flatonia made the Dean’s List at Iowa State Univerity. More than 10,200 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the fall semester 2022 Dean’s List.

Bluebonnet Electric Offices Closed Jan. 26 For Meeting

3 years ago By News Staff

Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative’s offices will be closed Thursday, Jan. 26, for a company- wide meeting.

For the Record

3 years ago By News Staff

The Ellinger Chamber of Commerce will host a chicken noodle soup lunch and bake sale Sunday, Jan. 29 beginning at 10:30 a.m. This event is drivethru only. The new drive-thru route will be under the BBQ pavilion. Watch for signs. Cost is $10 per quart or $35 per gallon. Bring a pot or glass container. Homemade chicken salad sandwhiches and delicious desserts will be available. Drive-thru line Polka music entertainment provided by Zach Novak. Stay in your vehicle, roll down the windows and enjoy the music. Reserve large orders by calling or texting (979) 966-8612.

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