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Colorado County Fair pageant contest deadline July 18
Colorado County Fair pageant contest deadline July 18
COLUMBUS – The 2023 Colorado County Fair pageant is fast approaching and registration for pageants has started. 07/05/2023 12:00 AM
Library hosts interactive learning program
Library hosts interactive learning program
EAGLE LAKE – The annual summer reading program returned to the Eula & David Wintermann Library and on Wednesday, June 28, attendees were in for a treat. 07/05/2023 12:00 AM
First State Bank elects new CEO, board chairman
First State Bank elects new CEO, board chairman
COLUMBUS – The First State Bank, 420 Walnut St., has elected Patrick C. Moeller, president and chief financial officer, as its new chairman of the board and chief executive officer. 07/05/2023 12:00 AM
Little Milam Coffee, wine & eatery opens in Columbus
Little Milam Coffee, wine & eatery opens in Columbus
COLUMBUS – The much-anticipated dark green building at 1136 Milam St., which formerly housed Berger Grocery, is now Little Milam, Coffee, Wine & Eatery. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Magnolia Society restaurant, wine bar set to open July 6
Magnolia Society restaurant, wine bar set to open July 6
COLUMBUS – There’s a new restaurant and wine bar preparing to open next week that will bring a new vibe to Columbus – a food and wine experience the owners believe will be like none other in the city. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Nine facts about the Declaration of Independence
Nine facts about the Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence is a document that indicates the founding principles of the United States of America. The declaration was issued by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, and announced the separation of the 13 British colonies in North America from the United Kingdom. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
The Chamber welcomes new executive director
The Chamber welcomes new executive director
“Welcome to Columbus!” A common greeting as I meet many citizens of Columbus and surrounding communities. Beginning the position of executive director and director of business and commerce for the Columbus Chamber of Commerce on June 1, I kicked off a full and busy schedule. I quickly realized that becoming firmly planted in the community includes joining the Columbus Lions Club, on my way to being a Rotarian, and attending county, city, and other community meetings. Great groups filled with outstanding citizens! 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Weimar library hosts hunter education class
Weimar library hosts hunter education class
WEIMAR – The Friends of the Weimar Public Library, 1 Jackson Square, is hosting a Hunter Safety Certification class on Friday, July 14 at the Weimar Junior High cafetorium, 101 North West St. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Library hosts Purple Heart recipient to discuss book
Library hosts Purple Heart recipient to discuss book
COLUMBUS – Join professor, author, and Purple Heart recipient James Kearney for a talk about his newest book: “Duty to Serve, Duty to Conscience,” co-written with William Clamurro, which details his experience as a 1-A-0 conscientious objector during the Vietnam War on Thursday, June 29 at 6 p.m. at Nesbitt Memorial Library, 529 Washington St. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Annual Eagle Lake Fireworks Show returns
Annual Eagle Lake Fireworks Show returns
EAGLE LAKE – The 25th Annual Eagle Lake Fireworks Show is set for Monday, July 3 beginning at 9:15 p.m. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Columbus Tractor Supply hosts farmers market
Columbus Tractor Supply hosts farmers market
COLUMBUS – On July 1, the Columbus Tractor Supply store, 4880 Interstate 10 Road, will host a farmers market featuring locally- grown, fresh produce, as well as other seasonal products. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Columbus FFA Cook-Off results
Columbus FFA Cook-Off results
The annual June Cook Off, June 16-17, had 30 paid entries. The event spotlights include a Junior Pitmasters cook off for children 7-12 years old (juniors) and 13-17 years old (senior division). Eligible contestants in this event are members of the Junior Pitmasters Association and children of teams entered in the June Cook-Off who meet the same age criteria as JPA members. It is not a requirement to be a member of the JPA to participate. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
ST. JOHN’S COMMISSIONING SERVICE
ST. JOHN’S COMMISSIONING SERVICE
ST. JOHN’S COMMISSIONING SERVICE 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
WEIMAR LIONS CLUB INSTALLS OFFICERS
WEIMAR LIONS CLUB INSTALLS OFFICERS
WEIMAR LIONS CLUB INSTALLS OFFICERS 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Council discuss emergency services resolution
Council discuss emergency services resolution
COLUMBUS – The Columbus City Council held a regular meeting on Monday, June 26 to discuss updates in projects and resolutions. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Prevent hot car deaths by always checking the backseat
Prevent hot car deaths by always checking the backseat
Summer might be a favorite for travel and fun, but it’s important to stay safe from torching temperatures in Texas by always checking the backseat and making sure kids are protected from the heat. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Commissioners discuss public hearing, precinct updates
Commissioners discuss public hearing, precinct updates
COLUMBUS – The commissioners held a regular meeting on Monday, June 26 to discuss setting a public hearing for emergency services and other precinct updates. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Our State Game Warden: Tom Waddell (1889-1982)
Our State Game Warden: Tom Waddell (1889-1982)
Protector of wildlife and natural habitats 06/28/2023 12:00 AM    1
Colorado County Fair pageant contest open
Colorado County Fair pageant contest open
COLUMBUS – The 2023 Colorado County Fair pageant is fast approaching and registration for pageants has started. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Fourth of July closings, early newspaper deadlines
Fourth of July closings, early newspaper deadlines
The deadline for editorial and advertisements for the July 5 edition of The Citizen will be noon on Thursday, June 29. Content may still be submitted after this time, but content will be prioritized by what is sent before the deadline and then as space allows. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS
FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS
You don’t have to travel far to enjoy celebrating the fourth. See where you can enjoy watching the fireworks this year in our county. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
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