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Donors asked to match pledge to save opera house
Donors asked to match pledge to save opera house
COLUMBUS – Preservationists are hoping a philanthropist’s $100,000 matching pledge will prompt others to make donations for much-needed repairs to the Stafford Opera House. 09/06/2023 12:00 AM
School safety, tutoring, hair
School safety, tutoring, hair
These are some of the new education laws that go into effect this year 09/06/2023 12:00 AM
Dolly Parton’s literacy program to offer more free kids’ books
Dolly Parton’s literacy program to offer more free kids’ books
LA GRANGE – After a successful oneyear pilot program providing free books to children, the Fayette Electric Cooperative board is expanding a partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, officials said. 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
Area heat warnings remain in effect
Area heat warnings remain in effect
COLUMBUS – Although the next chance for showers isn’t until Saturday, Colorado County officials this week are urging residents to stay cool and keep out of the heat. 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
Pete and repeat
Pete and repeat
My name is Angel Bell, and I am currently a candidate at Texas Challenge Academy in Eagle Lake. We started here in January, and at first it was very rough as we are in acclimation, a four week process that prepares us for what we need to complete the program. 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
Texans asked to conserve energy in heat wave
Texans asked to conserve energy in heat wave
TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
Cards start season with dominant victory
Cards start season with dominant victory
GIDDINGS – The Columbus Cardinals’ varsity football team knows that the path to a state title appearance starts with the important week-to-week steps that start from the first day of training camp. The Cards made a big step with the start of the regular season as they defeated the Giddings Buffaloes in a dominating, 47-12 victory that they hope sets the standard for their performances for the rest of the season. 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
Battle of the Brazos tournament ends with Lady Cards in fifth
Battle of the Brazos tournament ends with Lady Cards in fifth
The no. 8 ranked Lady Cards’ volleyball team has been facing off against some tough competition as they have frequently played higher division teams throughout their tournament schedule. Their most recent tournament even included some 6A teams as the Lady Cards battled to take fifth place in the LCISD-hosted competition. Columbus claimed fifth place out of 40 teams after their performance with Ally Tribe being named to the All-Tournament team. 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
Columbus cross- country girls get top-20 placements
Columbus cross- country girls get top-20 placements
EL CAMPO – The Columbus cross- country team continues to pick up the pace as they progress through their early- season competitions. The girls’ team has already begun to stand out as they consistently put up top performances in their appearances. Their most recent meet was another example of that as every Lady Card that competed placed in the top 20 with two runners finishing in the top five. 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
Doves, dogs, and heat stroke
Doves, dogs, and heat stroke
We’ve finally broken the longest string of 100-plus degree temperature days in history! Rain last Monday and the disturbance from South Texas storms cooled us off for a couple of days below 100-degree temperatures! That’s a cause célèbre for sure! 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
Register now for fair parade
Register now for fair parade
COLUMBUS – The call is going out for entries in the 45th annual Colorado County Fair Parade on Sept. 16. 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
Why Labor Day is worth celebrating
Why Labor Day is worth celebrating
Labor Day weekend is much-anticipated. Many people look forward to Labor Day weekend because it offers one last extended break to enjoy summer weather. Though summer does not officially end until September is nearly over, for many people Labor Day, which is celebrated annually on the first Monday in September, marks the unofficial end of summer. 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
The lull is over!
The lull is over!
Ladies’ Night Out, Christmas on the Colorado Lighted Parade, Santa Claus Museum open every Friday now from 12 noon to 6 p.m., Lunch & Learns, Columbus High School Career Fair, becoming a Film Friendly Texas town, and even a Casino Night are some of the projects that the Columbus Chamber of Commerce is working on. Combined with school being back in session and sports ramping up, it is the beginning of busy times in Columbus and Colorado County. 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
SHERIFF’S REPORT
SHERIFF’S REPORT
FRIDAY, JUNE 23 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
COURT RECORDS
COURT RECORDS
DISTRICT COURT CASES FILED: AUG 11 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
NEW RIVERSIDE SCOREBOARD
NEW RIVERSIDE SCOREBOARD
NEW RIVERSIDE SCOREBOARD 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
ST. MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL NEWS
ST. MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL NEWS
ST. MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL NEWS 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
Fun, learning on tap with Boys and Girls Club
Fun, learning on tap with Boys and Girls Club
COLUMBUS – The Columbus Boys and Girls Club has plenty to offer local youth, from after- school programs to learning about science, technology, engineering and math, officials said. 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
Ladycats take silver at tourney
Ladycats take silver at tourney
The Weimar Ladycats’ varsity volleyball team had a strong run through the Rice-hosted tournament last week as they lost just two matches throughout the competition. One of which was in the gold bracket championship match against the team that currently sits at the no. 2 spot in the TGCA rankings. Weimar’s defeat to Iola in that match clinched second place overall at the tournament for the Ladycats. 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
Wildcats blowout John Paul II for second year in a row
Wildcats blowout John Paul II for second year in a row
NEW BRAUNFELS – The Weimar varsity football team is hoping to return to the playoffs this season after making several improvements across the board due to their increased experience. They are hoping their first game of the season is indicative of their potential this year after dominating on the way to a 53-6 victory over the John Paul II Guardians. 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
Weimar CXC finds success as only 2A school in meet
Weimar CXC finds success as only 2A school in meet
EL CAMPO – The varsity runners of the Weimar cross-country team had a strong outing in their most recent meet as they took on a field of 3A-5A teams. Despite being the only 2A team represented, the girls’ varsity team had one of the best days of all the teams as they finished in second place overall after several top performances. 08/30/2023 12:00 AM
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