My name is Violet (Patsy) Zbranek and I am a candidate for Councilmember Ward 2 in the City Council Election on May 7. I have enjoyed serving as your Councilmember of Ward 2. I am a native of Fayette County and have lived in the City of La Grange for over 60 years. I was a former City employee for 34 years prior to joining the Council. I know the needs of the City and its residents. I have an open door policy and want you to know that I will always listen to your questions, concerns or complaints. I have done and will continue to do my best to get you the answers and actions you need.

Karen Bookout is running for city council in Fayetteville. She is a retired veterinarian who received her degree in Veterinary Medicine from Texas A&M University.

My name is Kathy Weishuhn. I am the incumbent candidate for La Grange City Council Ward 1. I recently retired from state employment with Child Protective Services. Prior to that, I was a Fayette County Deputy for several years, and had a total of 24 years employment with Fayette County. I am a graduate of La Grange High School, and I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice.

Any candidates who have not sent in a free announcement about their intent to run for public office in Fayette County this spring have until the end of the day on March 31 to do so. Email info about yourself and why you are running (up to 350 words and a photo) to jeff@fayettecountyrecord.com

Committed to excellence is what La Grange stands for. I, Dr.

This town is busting out with antiques all over the place: The Courthouse Antiques Show on the Square runs through Monday, March 28. It’s open 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. The Market at Park is at 1139 Park Prairie Rd. out by the lake and runs through Sunday, March 27. It’s open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Antiques off the Square is on 507 E. Main St. by the ball field and also runs through Sunday, March 27. It’s open 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Don’t forget the wide selection of antiques, gifts, clothing and candy in our retail stores open year-round in the square.

Mrs. Fritz and Mrs. Landis from La Grange ISD brought a group of eighth graders to the Fayette County EMS Headquarters on March 9 to thank the crews for the lifesaving work that they do. They also provided the medics with some sweet treats and a thank you card. “We encouraged them to think about careers in public safety, let them play with lights and sirens and let them check out the back of an ambulance,” said EMS Director Josh Vandever. “It brought our team a lot of joy to see these great kids today. Don’t always believe what you see on TV, our future looks pretty bright from where we are sitting.”

The La Grange Showfund presented the Emily Fritsch Scholarship with a donation from their Fun Night Fundraiser. Pictured presenting the check are Myra Simmons, Showfund Treasurer and Lee Fritsch..

The Women’s Action Guild (WAG) is proud to announce the names of eight new members: Kylie Mica, Erica Carrillo, Gracie Rosas, Hannah Lewis, Becky Greuter, Amanda Gordon, Amanda Castaneda and Blanco Toro Villanueva. All members will participate in operating the concession stands for the next few months for the Little League and the Little League Softball games.

The Ellinger Sewer and Water Supply Corporation held its regular monthly meeting on Monday, March 14. Greg Hunger, president called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. with five directors present. The minutes from the previous meeting were reviewed along with minutes from a special meeting held on Feb. 24. A motion was made and seconded to accept both sets of minutes.