Society

With the mission of “helping individuals with learning challenges in rural areas achieve their full potential by providing access to a shared network of emotional, educational, and therapeutic resources”, Turtle Wing’s 12th year has been one of true growth. From additional programs and providers, to serving more families, the foundation has worked every day to make sure that no family goes unassisted.

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On Sunday, Oct. 8, the Fayette County Czech Heritage Society met for their fall meeting at Hanslik Hall at The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange. Members were reminded that October is Czech Heritage month.

The Bastrop/Fayette County Ag Conference will be held Friday, Nov. 3 at the Fayette County Fairgrounds, 400 W. Fair Grounds, La Grange. A total of 5 pesticide applicator CEU credits have been approved from the Texas Department of Agriculture for this program (3 General, 1 Laws & Regulations, and 1 IPM Drift).

Lights, Camera, Save! Teen Video Contest Underway at First National Bank of Shiner and branches, Cuero National Bank, Flatonia National Bank, Goliad National Bank and Gonzales National Bank Winner eligible for a $5,000 grand prize.

E A fundraiser for Mindy Girard will be held at the Ellinger Chamber of Commerce Hall on Dec. 10 with a drive through for racks of ribs.

La Grange Noon Lions Club inducted its newest member, Joe Jameson (right), to their club and his sponsor was Lion Chuck Gibson (left). President Mark Ulrich (center) performed the induction..

The La Grange Garden Club came back together after the summer hiatus. It was great to see friends and share the pain of a long hot summer.

The District 13 Retired Teachers’ Association Fall Conference was held on Sept. 21, at the San Marcos Activity Center in San Marcos, with 83 in attendance, including three from Fayette County. Fourteen units of retired teachers comprise District 13; all units were present.

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