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Eagle Lake Food Pantry was presented a donation Aug. 24. The donation was courtesy of Colorado County Farm Bureau, presented by County Secretary Ruth Poncik. Accepting the donation on behalf of the pantry is Charles Abel. Abel said the Eagle Lake Food Pantry is appreciative of the donation. The next food distribution day in Eagle Lake will be Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 9:30 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake. Courtesy photo
Read moreA grassroots organization that has sprung up throughout the nation has planted roots here in Colorado County. Barn Builders, who describe themselves as a “conservative, social activist organization that stands behind the principles of citizens’ rights and duties,” hosted a “Back the Blue event Saturday, Aug. 22 at Shaw’s Bend Social Club in Shaw’s Bend. The day provided free, fun, family entertainment, and, of course, barbecue, for those in attendance. Hundreds of people came and went throughout the afternoon and into the night to show support and express their thanks for what law enforcement does to protect and serve the community. Citizen
Read moreThe annual labor day feast hosted by St. John Catholic Church in Fayetteville that was scheduled for Sept. 6 has been canceled due to COVID-19 concerns. The parishioners of St. John will miss seeing everyone this year, but look forward to seeing everyone at its annual labor day feast next year on Sept. 5, 2021.
Read moreThe Eagle Lake Food Pantry will distribute food on the following dates in September at the First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake :
Read moreDue to coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic concerns, the Austin County Fair Board of Directors and Staff announced the cancellation of the 2020 Austin County Fair last week. “This is our first cancellation since World War II,” directors said. The Austin County Fair was scheduled for Oct. 2 – 11.
Read moreAny Texan can collect rainwater and save it to use for all non-potable household water needs, increasing water-use efficiency around the home.
Read moreThe August Zoom meeting of the Central Texas Beekeepers will be Thursday, Aug. 27 at 7 p.m.
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