Pitman Cementery Memorial Service Held;Hatfield Marries Machicek
The Pitman Cemetery Association held their annual Memorial Day service on Sunday, May 7. Pastor Tim Rowell of Flatonia Baptist Church brought the message to a slim crowd. Those who were there enjoyed music played by Mae Lynn Beck, led by Martin Cherry Jr.
It was a cloudy day, but the temperatures were mild and all who attended enjoyed walking through the cemetery recalling those who had passed on. The flowers were beautiful and everyone enjoyed the afternoon. Many getting to catch up with family and friends they had not seen in a long time.
Benjamin Newton Inducted Into Phi Beta Kappa
Benjamin Newton, of La Grange, majoring in International Studies and Arabic, was among the more than 80 University of Mississippi students who were inducted into Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious undergraduate honors organization in the liberal arts. The university held an induction ceremony on April 14, 2023, at Johnson Commons on campus.
22nd Annual Slavnost Sunday in La Grange
The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC) in La Grange invites you to a family Sunday Funday filled with music, food, laughter, Czech culture and remembrance during the 22ndAnnual Slavnost ‘May Fest’ on May 21. Festivities begin with a recognition ceremony at 10:30 a.m. The Czech Immigrants to Texas will be honored and the stones on the Immigrant Wall will be recognized.
Texas Women’s League Grants $80,000 To County Charities From Its 20th Annual Gala
The Texas Women’s League hosted its 20th annual Spring Gala on Saturday, March 4, 2023 to raise money for local charities in the community. Every dollar raised is donated directly to local 501(c)3 organizations that have been in operation for one or more years. This year, 34 charities in Fayette County applied for funding.
