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Spring in Texas means nice weather and wildflowers. It’s also a busy time at parks, and campsites fill up fast. Book early, not only to be sure you get a spot, but to increase your chances of getting a primo spot.
Read moreAUSTIN — As kids kick off the second half of the school year, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds students, parents, teachers and other school administrators that the iWatchTexas program is a critical resource for reporting suspicious activity in schools and communities in order to help prevent dangerous attacks. During the 2020- 21 school year, there were no school shootings in Texas. By using the numerous resources available, everyone can continue working to prevent attacks by reporting any potential threats.
Read moreHello from the Chamber office. Here is a newbie’s perspective of Columbus from about 50k feet (or only 6 feet, if we want to be specific).
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A Fayette County traffic stop uncovered nearly $40,000 in laundered money. According to Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek, at approximately 2:36 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, Drug Interdiction Investigator David Smith stopped a 2001 Isuzu Rodeo on Interstate 10 near Flatonia.
Read moreThe trial of Neftali DeJesus, III, of Columbus, concluded in a mistrial last week. After a week of court proceedings, there was a hung jury and a mistrial was declared. A reset date of Mar. 1 has been set. DeJesus was arrested Mar. 6, 2020 on the charge of sexual assault, a second degree felony.DeJesus was booked and released the same day, after posting $50,000 bond set by Justice of the Peace for Precinct 3 Francis Truchard.DeJesus worked previously as a police officer with the Eagle Lake Police Department, and also served as a pastor at a Columbus church.
Read moreThe following entities will have joint city, school and constitutional amendment elections May 7, 2022:
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