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The annual Fayette County 4-H Banquet was held on Sunday, Aug. 9, at the Historic Casino Hall. The 4-H Banquet is the ultimate highlight and culmination of the year’s activities for each member, as we see one year close and a new year beginning.

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On August 15, 1824, at nearly 67 years of age, The Marquis de Lafayette arrived in New York to begin his tour of the United States. Lafayette was accompanied by his son named Georges Washington.

The Fayette County Fair is actively seeking entries for the 2026 Agriculture Department Exhibit. The Agriculture Department is open to growers of all ages.

On Aug. 17, the third quarterly social/meeting of KJZT Family Life, Society 31 St. Frances of Rome of La Grange was held at 4:30 p.m. in the Immaculate Heart Room at Sacred Heart Church. President Elizabeth Kallus led opening prayers especially remembering deceased members Bernice Vaclavik and Jill Stueber, after which the Pledges to the U.S. and Texas Flag were recited.

The Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter is open 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday for all normal operations. The shelter is closed on Monday to the public with staff onsite for animal care from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Reclaims are allowed on Monday after 10 a.m. by appointment. If you believe your lost pet may be in care, call (979) 966-0021 to confirm and learn requirements.

DOPTABLE Nelly and Bridgette are still waiting for their forever homes. If you are considering adding a large dog to your family, please consider adopting one of these deserving pups.

The prickly pears at my place are starting to ripen. I picked a few and juiced them last weekend.