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72 cadets graduate from TCA class
72 cadets graduate from TCA class
The commencement ceremony for the 2022-2 Class of cadets for the Rice Texas ChalleNGe Academy Class took place on Saturday, June 17 at Rice Consolidated High School. Colorado County Precinct Four Judge Stan Warfield was the guest speaker at the ceremony. 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
Abbott extends virtual education options for Texas students
Abbott extends virtual education options for Texas students
AUSTIN – On June 12, Gov. Greg Abbott directed Texas Education Agency Commissioner Mike Morath to waive specific requirements for school districts or openenrollment charter schools to be able to continue offering virtual instruction options for students in grades 3 through 12 through the Texas Virtual School Network for the next two school years. 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
CGC JUNE YARD OF MONTH
CGC JUNE YARD OF MONTH
CGC JUNE YARD OF MONTH 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
JUNE COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION AWARD
JUNE COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION AWARD
JUNE COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION AWARD 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
Three deaths a day in Texas due to drunk driving
Three deaths a day in Texas due to drunk driving
TxDOT campaign aims to deter drunk driving this summer 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
How to handle fireworks safely, celebrate holiday responsibly
How to handle fireworks safely, celebrate holiday responsibly
Warm weather generally translates to more time spent outdoors. That means more barbecues, days spent poolside, trips to the beach, and even camping excursions. This time of year also inspires people to celebrate. What better way to signal the party has started than with fireworks? 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
Kids theatre camp starts July 19
Kids theatre camp starts July 19
COLUMBUS – A Theatre Day Camp will take place July 19-20 at the Columbus High School Auditorium. 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
Sign up for Turtle Wing educational opportunities
Sign up for Turtle Wing educational opportunities
The Turtle Wing Foundation is offering local educational opportunities for educators, daycare staff, and parents/guardians. 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
Library hosts snakes, music programs
Library hosts snakes, music programs
WEIMAR – The Weimar Public Library, 1 Jackson Square, presented live snakes at its Texas Snakes and More program, Monday, June 19. 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
CITY RECOGNIZES COLUMBUS LIONS 80TH ANNIVERSARY
CITY RECOGNIZES COLUMBUS LIONS 80TH ANNIVERSARY
CITY RECOGNIZES COLUMBUS LIONS 80TH ANNIVERSARY 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
EAGLE LAKE NOON LIONS CLUB PRESENTS AWARDS
EAGLE LAKE NOON LIONS CLUB PRESENTS AWARDS
EAGLE LAKE NOON LIONS CLUB PRESENTS AWARDS 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
City manager, police chief turn in resignation
City manager, police chief turn in resignation
WEIMAR – On Thursday, June 15, the city council held a special meeting to discuss personnel matters pertaining to City Manager Mike Barrow. 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
Weimar VFW Auxiliary Post 5875 discusses updates
Weimar VFW Auxiliary Post 5875 discusses updates
WEIMAR – The Weimar VFW Auxiliary to Post 5875 held a regular meeting on June 13. 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
Rice CISD approves incentives for teacher recruitment
Rice CISD approves incentives for teacher recruitment
ALTAIR – On May 15, the Rice Consolidated Independent School District held a board meeting to discuss incentives regarding teacher recruitment. 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
Council discuss mayor pro tem, new city logo, and ordinances
Council discuss mayor pro tem, new city logo, and ordinances
EAGLE LAKE – The Eagle Lake City Council held a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 13 to discuss a new mayor pro tem, adopting a new city logo, and ordinances that need to be evaluated before being adopted this year. 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
Wellness Council donates $60,000 to Mental Health Deputy Program
Wellness Council donates $60,000 to Mental Health Deputy Program
COLUMBUS – The Colorado County Commissioners held a regular meeting on Monday, June 12. 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
Assisted living facilities celebrate Father’s Day
Assisted living facilities celebrate Father’s Day
On Thursday, June 15, the Arbor Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Eagle Lake served nachos and had games for residents to help celebrate fathers. 06/21/2023 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. 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
Colorado County Fair pageant contestants opens
Colorado County Fair pageant contestants opens
Contestants are being sought for the Colorado County Membership Queen, Fair Queen, Junior Queen, and Lil Miss and Mister contests at the Colorado County Fairgrounds Founders Hall Thursday, Sept. 7. 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
Bluebonnet Master Gardeners Association 2023 Kids Kamp
Bluebonnet Master Gardeners Association 2023 Kids Kamp
WEIMAR – The Bluebonnet Master Gardeners Association Kids Kamp returned to Colorado County on June 13-15. 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
Abbott
Eagle Lake police chief fired
EAGLE LAKE – Police Chief Kris Abbott has been ordered to turn in his firearm and badge after being terminated by the city manager on Wednesday, June 14. 06/21/2023 12:00 AM
Colorado County Citizen
Colorado County Citizen