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The Weimar Encore Lions presented snacks to the city Police Department in gratitude and appreciation for their commitment to our community. Shown presenting snacks are Lions Mary Ann Brenner, Cathy Pittman and Carol Scharnberg with Office Robin Allen, Sgt Josh Jones and Chief Mark Jameson.
WPD RECEIVES SNACKS FROM ENCORE LIONS
WPD RECEIVES SNACKS FROM ENCORE LIONS 01/24/2024 12:00 AM
The Red Door Fund for Mental Health continues to open paths of hope in 2024
The Red Door Fund for Mental Health continues to open paths of hope in 2024
Join the Red Door Fund for Mental Health in building stronger, safer, and more vibrant communities where every door is a gateway to hope and support. In 2021, this heartfelt initiative, motivated by a four-year-old artist’s innocent creation, came to life with the establishment of The Red Door Fund for Mental Health, a program of the Fayette Community Foundation. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM
More than just a hospital
More than just a hospital
Your health and wellness matter to us. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM
Engaging hobbies for seniors
Engaging hobbies for seniors
The value of hobbies is undeniable. A 2014 study published in the Journal of Occupational and Organizational Psychology found that employees who engaged in creative hobbies outside of work were more creative on work projects and had a better attitude on the job, while a separate study published in Psychosomatic Medicine in 2009 reported that individuals who engaged in enjoyable leisure activities had lower blood pressure and a smaller waist circumference. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM
Tips to maintain your commitment to exercise
Tips to maintain your commitment to exercise
At one point or another, millions of adults across the globe have resolved to be more physically active. The benefits of routine exercise are too numerous to cite, but some of the more notable ones include a lower risk for chronic disease and illness, improved self-esteem and greater overall health. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM
Bluebonnet Master Gardener Association hosts Lunch-N-Learn series
Bluebonnet Master Gardener Association hosts Lunch-N-Learn series
Colorado County members of the Bluebonnet Master Gardener Association are pleased to announce the upcoming Colorado County Lunch-N-Learn Series in Winter/Spring 2024 focused on gardening and horticulture. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM
I’m not diabetic but I am a sweet guy
I’m not diabetic but I am a sweet guy
01/24/2024 12:00 AM
St. Michael Catholic School awards winners of poster contest
St. Michael Catholic School awards winners of poster contest
The winners of the Keep Christ in Christmas poster contest sponsored by the Knights of Columbus were presented their awards today. Pictured in the front row from left are first and second grade winners Luke Janecka in first place, Annie Wessels in second place and Claire Holman in third place as well as kindergarten winners Joe Marshall in first place, Nolan Holik in second place and Finlay Prichard-Jones in third place. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM
COUNTY REACHES FREEZING TEMPS
County reaches freezing temps
COUNTY REACHES FREEZING TEMPS 01/24/2024 12:00 AM
St. Anthony recognizes National Catholic Schools Week
St. Anthony recognizes National Catholic Schools Week
National Catholic Schools Week 2024 is happening the week of Jan. 28, and this year’s theme is “Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community.” Student teams comprised of all grades will participate in the week’s activities together with a teacher or staff member leading the way. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM
Columbus Education Foundation participates in Career Fair
Columbus Education Foundation participates in Career Fair
Columbus Education Foundation, Inc., was part of the Chamber of Commerce sponsored Career Fair at CHS on Jan. 17. CEF volunteers engaged high school students in conversation to prompt thinking about career options whether they go on to higher education at college or attend trade school for services or technology. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM
Columbus alum makes President’s Honor Roll
Columbus alum makes President’s Honor Roll
Columbus alum Carson Wray earned a significant honor at the University of Texas at Tyler following the fall semester. The fall 2023 President’s Honor Roll list features Wray’s name after a strong semester in the school’s Engineering program. 01/24/2024 12:00 AM
Full candidate list for local elections
Full candidate list for local elections
The county elections office has released the full list of positions up for election at the upcoming primaries. Several incumbents are up for reelection this cycle, and there are a few candidates that will be running unopposed. Below is a list of the positions up for election and the candidates vying for their respective positions. There are no democratic candidates for any local positions in Colorado County. A full voter’s guide with a description of each candidate will be available in the Citizen in the weeks preceding the election. 01/17/2024 12:00 AM
Weimar VFW holds first meeting of the year
Weimar VFW holds first meeting of the year
The Weimar VFW Auxiliary to Post 5875 met for its regular meeting on Jan. 9 with 11 members present. The meeting was opened according to the Ritual by President Charlene Muras. 01/17/2024 12:00 AM
LA GRANGE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS DONATE TO TURTLE WING
LA GRANGE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS DONATE TO TURTLE WING
LA GRANGE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS DONATE TO TURTLE WING 01/17/2024 12:00 AM
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
01/17/2024 12:00 AM
HHSC encourages cancer screenings during Cervical Health Awareness Month
HHSC encourages cancer screenings during Cervical Health Awareness Month
AUSTIN – As part of National Cervical Health Awareness Month in January, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is encouraging women to get screened for cervical cancer. 01/17/2024 12:00 AM
Students at the Bee School can suit up and watch while a hive of live bees is opened and inspected. The school will be held March 2 in Brenham. Courtesy photo
Central Texas Beekeepers School now accepting students
The 14th annual Central Texas Beekeepers School will be held on Saturday, March 2 at Brenham High School in Brenham, Texas. The school is open to the public for anyone interested in keeping bees or who wants to learn about bees. 01/17/2024 12:00 AM
Community Bible Study invites Columbus women to 12-week study
Community Bible Study invites Columbus women to 12-week study
The Community Bible Study organization invites women in the Columbus area to participate in a 12-week study of Ephesians on Thursdays starting with Thursday, Feb. 15. 01/17/2024 12:00 AM
Sheridan Elementary names honors for second 9 weeks
Sheridan Elementary names honors for second 9 weeks
HONOR ROLL 01/17/2024 12:00 AM
The St. Michael Basketball Boy's Team participated in a tournament at St. Joseph. The team pictured from left in the front row are Cade Wessels, Dayson Mace, Frank Janecka and Hayes Kloesel. In the back row are Coach Rex Kloesel, Gage Kainer, Collin Brown, Brandt Kahanek, Wyatt Janecka and...
ST. MICHAEL
ST. MICHAEL 01/17/2024 12:00 AM
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