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Beall’s department store in Columbus, as well as Stage Stores across the country, are preparing to close their doors following the Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing of their parent company, Gordman Stores, Inc.
Read moreTexas 4-H is the youth development component of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, an educational outreach agency of the Texas A&M University System. Each year, the center offers a variety of fun and educational summer camps focused on helping youth develop important life skills.
Read moreHave you been dreaming of owning your very own home? Have you been reluctant to get started, think- ing you can’t afford it, or simply not knowing what steps to take? Take heart! The truth is you can get started right now, because the first step is to analyze your financial situation and determine what you can do to improve your chances of success.
Read moreThe rose garden in Midtown Park was originally planted in 2007, and has needed a facelift for awhile. Some plants had become overgrown and unsightly. So Colulmbus Garden Club members have taken up shovels and pruners to get the job done.
Read moreAs part of its COVID-19 response, Exxon Mobil’s refinery in Baton Rouge is producing hospital-grade hand sanitizer to donate to first responders, hospitals and communities across Texas. Last week, members of the Exxon Mobil team delivered 15 gallons of hand sanitizer to Colorado County, which will be distributed to local law enforcement, emergency personnel and residents in need. “We are assisting all emergency services in the county and our supplies were running low. So, Exxon Mobil’s donation is making a big difference in our work to keep folks safe,” Charles Rogers, Chief of Emergency Management for Colorado County said.
Read moreCatholic Daughters of the Americas (CDA) officers of Court St. Roch were installed Thursday, June 4 by District Deputy, Paula Frnka. From left: Allicyn Robinson, Treasurer; Paula Frnka, District Deputy; Pat Bartels, Financial Secretary; Janet Hollmann, Regent; Aline Nunmaker, Vice Regent; and Nancy Koehl, Recording Secretary.
Read moreA gathering of Wharton County residents of all races took place Sunday, June 7 on the grounds of the Wharton County Courthouse. The Wharton County Unites event included speakers and leaders in the community.
Read moreJamy Adams, a Rice High School graduate and Eagle Lake native, recently graduated from the Wharton Police Academy. Adams was surrounded by family and friends as he was sworn in by Hallettsville Mayor Alice Jo Summers as Hallettsville Police Department’s newest officer June 1.
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