Phase I construction of the Fayetteville Community Center & Performance Theater is nearing completion in preparation for an opening to the public in late September. Workers from F&R Wood Floors of Brenham are pictured sanding the reclaimed flooring saved from the original E.J. Knesek Building. The columns on the first floor were also saved and reused and will soon be painted white. The entry doors that can be seen in the back of the photo were rebuilt by Hoelscher Weatherstrip to the same design and dimensions of the original doors.

Second Chance Emporium (SCE) recently donated $20,000 to the Fayette County Fair Association (FCFA) in support of the new food court at the fairgrounds. Monies donated will provide for big fans, swamp coolers, air conditioners, exhaust fans and vents, tables and benches, shelving and prep tables. The mission of the FCFA is to serve as a platform for showcasing local talent, products, entertainment and to foster a sense of community pride.

The Fayette Soil and Water Conservation District No. 341 recently funded a request from La Grange High for the SWCD’s Education Outreach Program. Funds from this grant will support the purchase of specimens for dissection activities. Pictured (left to right) are: John Pineda (LHS Principal), Lee Fritsch (Chairman-Board of Directors, Fayette SWCD), Pam Keilers (LGISD), Charlee Hernandez (LGISD). The Fayette SWCD is proud to support science, soil, water, and conservation-based activities of students in Fayette County schools.

Second Chance Emporium (SCE) recently donated $4,000 to the Fayette County Calf Scramble (FCCS) which was held on Aug. 1 and 2. Out of the 24 scramblers, 12 scramblers were awarded calf certificates. Hardship “Second Chance” calf certificates, which were funded by Second Chance Emporium, were awarded to two scramblers who came up short in the event. The organization’s mission is to teach responsibility, leadership and animal husbandry while fostering a deeper connection between youth and the agricultural heritage of Fayette County.