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John A. Balas is also known as Tony Balas. Tony’s father owned three pharmacies in the Eagle Lake area in the 1950s, ‘60s and ‘70s. This article was originally published in the book “Heroes of the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment”.
Read moreNational Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognize the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers to tackle society’s greatest challenges, to build stronger communities and be a force that transforms the world.
Read moreTOP LEFT: ISB donated $1,000 to the Columbus Food Pantry to assist them in being able to purchase more food to assist those in need, as they have seen a rise in need for food distribution. Alan Kuehn (ISB), Rachel Clem (food pantry), Cindy Ricicar (ISB), and Bethany Muzny (ISB).
Read more(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today said state sales tax revenue totaled $2.69 billion in March, 2.9 percent more than in March 2019.
Read moreDue to the current health crisis, Communities in Schools (CIS) Texas Joint Venture, serving Southeast Harris, Brazoria, Matagorda, Wharton and Colorado Counties, is facing a growing challenge to maintain the financial resources necessary to meet the students’ and their families’ needs that are becoming increasingly critical as this health and economic crisis is predicted to disproportionately impact the students and families CIS Texas Joint Venture serves.
Read moreNote: This article originally appeared in the Oct. 28, 2014 issue of The Citizen.
Read moreColumbus Fire Department battled a fire that destroyed a 2012 Freightliner at the I-10 Rest Area Apr. 14 at approx. 1:30 p.m. The driver, Jim Stringer, and his puppy companion, escaped without injury. The truck, owned by Ray Cammack Shows, was totally destroyed in a matter of minutes by what the driver described as a diesel fuel leak. Citizen
Read moreJacob Sanchez and Phyllis Williams hanging banners for the staff of Eagle Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation. Activities Director Connie Herman said the staff Is very appreciative of the gesture. Courtesy
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