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Columbus ISD school board in their Sept. 13 meeting approved a stipend of $3,000 for the high school math department. Columbus High School has struggled to fill the position for an Algebra teacher, and other educators in the math department have absorbed the duties for that position.
Read moreBrooke Wanjura, right, exhibited the grand champion commercial heifer that was purchased for $11,000 by Barten Industrial Coatings, Beken Livestock, Billy and Tyler Bell, Bold Plumbing, Brandon Smith, Caldwell Livestock, Flatonia Livestock, Four County Auction, Greg and Tammie Wanjura, Huette Ranches, Janecka Construction, Jason and Kaley Huette, Kara Matheney, Langford Livestock, Lockhart Livestock, Main Package Store, Mark Johnson, Oviedo Dodge, Ryan and Dawson Attorney, Stavinoha Tire, Weimar Vet Clinic and Whitlock Cattle Company at the Colorado County Fair Sept. 11. On hand for the recognition were, from left, Ashlyn Koehl, Colton Glueck, buyer representatives Scott Huette and Greg Wanjura, Colorado County Fair Membership Queen Lexi Ybarra, Fair Queen Mary-Kate Heger and Little Miss Caitlyn Roberts. See the special commemorative issue featuring fair winners in the Sept. 29 edition of The Citizen. Photo
Read moreEagle Lake citizens lined up to express their concern over recent violent events in the city at the Sept. 14 Eagle Lake city council meeting.
Read moreEven in the most rural settings of Colorado County, the crackling of the old radio brought us together. We didn’t just listen, we also watched, in our imaginations, that is. Whether on a small farm or ranch, the world was ours. If we just stayed still and listened, our world grew, right before our ears.
Read moreEach year between Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 people observe and celebrate the unique histories, contributions and cultural influences of Hispanics.
Read moreThe Bishop Forest Class of 1971 50th reunion is set for Oct. 23 at the Holman Valley Steakhouse in the recently renovated dancehall. Starting time will be 2 p.m. and dinner will be at 4 p.m. Attendees will be able to order food and drink individually and pay accordingly. Spouses, special friends, significant others, etc. are welcome. About 5:30 p.m., the hall will be opened to the public for an evening of entertainment.
Read moreThe 49th Celestine and Antonin Kulhanek Family Reunion has been cancelled again this year due to a rise in the numbers of the COVID-19 pandemic. “We regret that this unfortunate decision was necessary, however, we want to ensure everyone’s safety. We look forward to seeing everyone next year,” event organizers said.
Read more“Whoever receives one child such as this in my name, receives Me.” (Mark 9:37).
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