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My Drainage Solutions

To the Editor: Citizens of La Grange: I am very concerned about the drainage problem in La Grange. I do not believe the city council takes this problem seriously and would rather devote their time and our tax dollars to somebody’s “great idea.” They have been working on these flower boxes since last summer.

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Governor Abbott Should Be Ashamed

To the Editor: Governor Greg Abbott should be ashamed of himself. Even if his actions regarding the school voucher issue are not illegal, they certainly are unethical and a prime example of crooked politics.

Post Office Confusion

To the editor: Recently, I went to the Schulenburg Post Office to mail a book to a friend; as I entered, I asked the clerk if they still took media mail. The answer was “yes.” I put my book, which was securely wrapped in a padded mailing envelope, on the counter.

Taxes

I have spent the morning thinking about taxes. It is so much easier thinking about them, than working on figuring out how to pay them, how much to pay, where I will get the money to pay them, or if I want to reside in jail for skipping my annual dues payment.

Day Care Deserves Better

To the Editor: The fact that the Remnant Church can’t help keep the Day Care (so many rely on) open is beyond belief. Seems like a group who care for people and worship God would find it in their hearts to come to the aid of these poor children, not kick them out after all this time over a few dollars.

Chamber Music Trio Saturday, Festival Hill Gala April 14

OP News As part of the “August to April Series” there will be a Chamber Music Trio on Saturday, March 23 from 3-4:30 p.m. Musicians include Chavdar Parashkevov on violin, Louis-Marie Fardet on cello, and Viktor Valkov on piano.

Women Making History Event Held in Schulenburg

On Sunday, March 10, the League of Women Voters of South Central Texas celebrated Women’s History Month with their second annual “Women Making History” event. The salute at Sengelmann Hall began with a welcome by Schulenburg mayor Connie Koopman, and an introduction to the League of Women Voters by President Janis Richardson.

Sacred Heart Students Donate to AMEN

Fayette Co. Fire Calls

The Fayette County Firefighter’s Association reports the following calls for the week of March 10-16: Grass Fires - 2 Smoke Reports - 5 Accidents - 9 Medical - 3 Citizen Assist - 1 Vehicle Fire - 1

Bread Basket Store/Market Coming to La Grange

One of the most highlytraveled areas of La Grange is getting a new convenience store and gas station, said La Grange city manager jack Thompson. Construction began recently on a new 8,100 square foot complex called Bread Basket at the intersection of Highway 77 and the Highway 71 bypass.

Little League Night at Leps Baseball Game

National Weather Service Station Here on the Fritz

A few locals have noticed that the weather station at Fayette Regional Air Center is no longer reporting data to the National Weather Service (NWS). Airport Manager Debra Maddox said technicians are troubleshooting the problem and hope to have it fixed soon.

Antique Show Fun Continues

One Hospitalized After Wreck in La Grange

Mullins Prairie Store Closing, But Set To Reopen Under New Management

The managing partners of Mullins Prairie Store on FM 155 between La Grange and Weimar announced they will cease operations after this weekend. “This economy has not been kind to anyone, but the consequences of closing down outweigh the opportunities to stay open,” the business said in a Facebook post on Wednesday, March 19.

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