The Fayette County Record

Koehl Celebrates 75th Birthday

2 weeks ago By Laura Brugger
Lucille Koehl celebrated her 75th birthday on Saturday, July 25 and the home of her daughter Laura and husband Chris. Hosted by her children EJ, Wayne and Laura, family and friends gathered to talk about family history, the good old days and current events. Pulled pork sandwiches and all the sides, along with a wide array of appetizers, were served for the evening meal. Marble cake with a topping of chicken nest full of “eggs” was served concluding the party.
Koehl Celebrates 75th Birthday

CASA Seeks Volunteers to Support Foster Youth This School Year

2 weeks ago By News Staff
The back-to-school season can bring excitement for young people as they prepare to see their classmates again, meet new teachers and students, and explore new subjects. For youth in foster care, however, starting a new school year can feel scary and uncertain, because the odds are stacked against them when it comes to their educational success.

Document Releases Shine Light on Travis Hill Case

2 weeks ago By News Staff

Two weeks ago, the Fayette County Record filed a public information request for documents related to the criminal case against Travis Hill.

Hill was the Lavaca County Pct. 2 Justice of the Peace who was indicted on July 16 in Fayette County on felony charges related to prostitution and sexual assault. The Lavaca County Sheriff’s Office said Hill took his own life that same day when law enforcement attempted to arrest him for failing to abide by the conditions of his bond.

Commissioners Vote 4-1 to Increase Employee Insurance Contributions

2 weeks ago By News Staff

At a special meeting July 16, the Fayette County Commissioners Court voted 4-1 to increase dependent healthcare coverage for County employees.

Pct. 1 Commissioner Jason McBroom proposed an increase of $20 or $25 per month to offset the increase in insurance premiums, which went up 16 percent this year.

The County currently covers the entire cost of basic coverage for employees. In addition, the County offers coverage to spouses and children at a great savings to employees.

For the record

2 weeks ago By News Staff
The Round Top Area Historical Society invites you to a free photographic event of historic photos from 1865-1920 for the next two Saturdays ( July 25, Aug. 1) from 1-4 p.m. Enjoy a glimpse of the Round Top and surrounding areas of life a 150 years ago. Take a break from the heat and visit the RTAHS campus at 397 E. Mill St. (behind the Round Top Post Office). The 250th Celebration cloisonne Christmas collection ornaments will be for sale to enhance your Christmas tree or collection. They are $60 and can be paid for online or at the campus. For further information, contact Jeannette Burger at (281) 610-8274.

Crunching the Numbers

2 weeks ago By Andy Behlen
Fayette County Commissioners Court met for over two hours last Thursday, July 23. Most of that time was spent discussing the county budget for next year, especially employee raises.
Commissioners and County Judge Dan Mueller review projected salary expenses with County Auditor Cindy Havelka (left) at last Thursday’s Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Andy Behlen

Fate of City Hall in Schulenburg Headed to Election

2 weeks ago By Andy Behlen
Schulenburg voters will likely decide the fate of City Hall. The Schulenburg City Council voted on July 6 to pursue $8 million in certificates of obligation to finance renovations for the downtown City Hall building at 535 North Main St. It has sat empty since 2024, when structural issues were discovered following a heavy rain event.
Pictured above is the current state of Schulenburg’s City Hall building in downtown. Below is a slide from the City’s design firm, PGAL, showing a rendering of what the exterior could look like if the renovation project proceeds.
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