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JENNY RODGERS

My name is Jenny Rodgers and I’ve lived in Eagle Lake for just shy of 18 years. My husband Kurt and I have been married for 17 years and we have three children, Reyna and Ty (14) and Reanne (7). When I first came to Eagle Lake, I worked at Eagle Lake Elementary School as a fourth-grade teacher. After three years, I stopped teaching to be a stay-at-home mom for our twins. During that time, we joined the First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake and made it our church home. About five years ago, I started a home baking business, Jenny Bakes and it has grown into a full-time job. I love baking and the flexibility it provides me to be present for my children and involved in their activities. 04/19/2023 12:00 AM 2

SANDRA DEE FLOWERS

SANDRA DEE FLOWERS

My name is Sandra Dee Flowers, a 1979 RHS Graduate, U.S. Army Veteran, mother of two daughters and grandmother of four. 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

ROBERT RUSSELL

I was born and raised in Columbus and graduated from Columbus High School. I have been a resident in the district for over 35 years. After a successful career working with a local ophthalmology practice, I was inspired by my wife, Amy, who was teaching, to become a teacher myself. I served as a special education teacher and coach at Columbus High School for eight years. I continued my education and became assistant principal and eventually principal at Columbus High School. I am currently a Human Resources Coordinator in Katy ISD. 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

ROMAN FOOTNICK

For over 30 years, Roman Footnick has been a noteworthy leader in various fields including nutrition, fitness, martial arts, philosophy, medicine, hypnotherapy, and leadership training. He has been recognized by: The Today Show, People Magazine, Flex Magazine, The Houston Chronicle, Austin American Statesman, and other media for his work and ideas. 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

MICHELE EDEN

My name is Michele Eden, and I happily reside in Columbus, Texas. I have been married to Jeremy Eden for 18 wonderful years. We are both graduates of Columbus High School, and we are the proud parents of one Columbus High School graduate and two children who are currently attending Columbus ISD at the junior high and high school levels. 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

JIM WOOD

I am Jim Wood from Eagle Lake, running for city council. I am 74 years old, married for 50 years and have three adult children and seven grandchildren. I retired after owning and operating S & W Parts Co. for 45 years. I was in the Army from October 1969 until April 1972, and I am a Vietnam Veteran. I have lived in Eagle Lake since 1967 and through the years have participated in many Eagle Lake organizations. I am a member of the Parish of the Nativity Church. I will be proud to serve as a city councilman if elected. 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

LEAH NEWBY

Hi, my name is Leah Newby, and I am running for Weimar ISD School Board Place 1 Trustee. 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

RENE COOPER

Rene Cooper is running for re-election to the city council in Eagle Lake. Rene is a registered nurse and has been practicing for the past 54 years. She is a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church. Rene stated that she was born to be a public servant both professionally and publicly. There are some projects that are in the works for Eagle Lake. One improvement has been the replacement of the water meters to help with the calculation of citizens’ water bills. 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

City improvements, CISD safety discussed at Lunch and Learn

City improvements, CISD safety discussed at Lunch and Learn

COLUMBUS – The Columbus Chamber of Commerce partnered with Medical Skin Associates and Spa to host an April Lunch and Learn at the Stafford Opera House. 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

Gov. Abbott announces 2023 Star of Texas nominations

Gov. Abbott announces 2023 Star of Texas nominations

AUSTIN – On April 13, Governor Greg Abbott announced that nominations for the 2023 Star of Texas Awards are now open to honor peace officers, firefighters, emergency medical first responders, and members of federal law enforcement who were seriously injured or killed in the line of duty. 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

TxDOT calls for safe driving in work zones

TxDOT calls for safe driving in work zones

Work zone crash fatalities decreased for the first time since 2018 in Texas 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

BANK PRESIDENT SPEAKS TO EAGLE LAKE LIONS

BANK PRESIDENT SPEAKS TO EAGLE LAKE LIONS

BANK PRESIDENT SPEAKS TO EAGLE LAKE LIONS 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

WEIMAR LIONS CLUB MAKES DONATION FOR BLUFF SCHUETZENFEST

WEIMAR LIONS CLUB MAKES DONATION FOR BLUFF SCHUETZENFEST

WEIMAR LIONS CLUB MAKES DONATION FOR BLUFF SCHUETZENFEST 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

Council hears complaint regarding officer, schedules town hall workshops for street improvements

Council hears complaint regarding officer, schedules town hall workshops for street improvements

EAGLE LAKE – During a regular meeting held on Tuesday, April 11 by the City Council, a request from Monrovia Fitzgerald and her daughter Kirbrina Robinson was submitted to discuss the process of filing an internal affairs complaint. Fitzgerald spoke on behalf of her daughter regarding a complaint against Officer Wesly Arrison on Dec. 17, 2022. 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

Columbus Chamber represents city at State Capitol

Columbus Chamber represents city at State Capitol

COLUMBUS – The Columbus Chamber of Commerce Tourism Director Shelley Janik made the trip to Austin on Wednesday, April 12 to represent Columbus at the State Capitol. 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

What you need to know about early voting

What you need to know about early voting

Starts April 24 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

Fire breaks out at Schobels Restaurant

Fire breaks out at Schobels Restaurant

COLUMBUS – Before they were able to welcome customers for the day, a fire broke out Sunday morning in the kitchen at Schobels Restaurant, 2020 Milam St. 04/19/2023 12:00 AM

Faith Academy eighth-graders field trip to San Marcos aquifer research center

Faith Academy eighth-graders field trip to San Marcos aquifer research center

04/13/2023 12:14 PM

SAS SAINTLY NEWS

SAS SAINTLY NEWS

04/12/2023 02:56 PM

Alliance for College and Career Success invites families and public to informational event

Alliance for College and Career Success invites families and public to informational event

SCHULENBURG – On Wednesday, April 19, the Alliance for College and Career Student Success will host an Open House at Blinn College – Schulenburg Campus in room #120 of the Liberal Arts building. 04/12/2023 12:00 AM

Turtle Wing’s Jack Hooper Day set for May 6

Turtle Wing’s Jack Hooper Day set for May 6

SCHULENBURG – The Turtle Wing Foundation will be hosting their 12th Annual Jack Hooper Day at the Park on May 6 at Wolters Park. 04/12/2023 12:00 AM

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