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Rural Nonprofit Networking Group to discuss right time to hire staff
Rural Nonprofit Networking Group to discuss right time to hire staff
LA GRANGE – The Rural Nonprofit Networking Group is excited to invite all nonprofit staff and volunteers to join their next gathering which will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10. RNNG creates opportunities for the organizations that do so much good in our rural communities to share their missions and visions, discuss community needs and partnership opportunities, bring in experts to facilitate growth and professionalism, and simply connect to maximize the efficiency and impact that participants can bring to Fayette, Colorado, Lavaca and surrounding counties. 01/10/2024 12:00 AM
Grants
LCRA community grant program accepting applications through January
Grants of up to $50,000 available to first responders, civic groups, other nonprofits 01/10/2024 12:00 AM
Turtle Wing Toast coming up Jan. 25
Turtle Wing Toast coming up Jan. 25
The Turtle Wing Foundation’s annual Toast event is slated for Thursday, Jan. 25 at Sengelmann Hall’s second floor in Schulenburg. Doors open at 6 p.m. with hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar during cocktail hour. 01/10/2024 12:00 AM
SAS SAINTLY NEWS
SAS SAINTLY NEWS
It’s Gala time at St. Anthony School! Mark your calendar for Feb. 3 at 6 p.m. and prepare to enjoy an evening of cocktails, dinner and dancing. This year’s Gala will be held at the Southern Oaks Event Center (formerly Braden Hall). Tickets are $50 each and may be purchased from any SAS student or the school office. Purchased tickets will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win $1,000. Reserved tables for 8 and sponsorships are also available. Contact the school office for more information. 01/10/2024 12:00 AM
Columbus Elementary fourth-graders experience Texas history
Columbus Elementary fourth-graders experience Texas history
The fourth graders at Columbus Elementary School welcomed members of the local chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas. Kathleen Townzen and Donna Pustejovsky from the Dilue Rose Harris chapter presented a Pioneer Life Trunk filled with replicas of items from the republic of Texas era. They sprinkled in a little bit of Texas history while explaining the use of everyday items, household items to toys. Students compared the items to their modern-day counterparts. The class got to demonstrate, handle, and play with the items and relate to their own experiences. 01/10/2024 12:00 AM
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB MEMBERS MAKE CRAFTS IN THE NEW YEAR
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB MEMBERS MAKE CRAFTS IN THE NEW YEAR
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB MEMBERS MAKE CRAFTS IN THE NEW YEAR 01/10/2024 12:00 AM
National Law Enforcement Day
National Law Enforcement Day
National Law Enforcement Day 01/10/2024 12:00 AM
EDUARDO O. CANTU
EDUARDO O. CANTU
Eduardo O. Cantu, 86, of Columbus, peacefully entered eternal rest on Dec. 22, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 28, 1937, he was the cherished son of Jose Cantu and Elvira Olivares-Cantu of Mexico. Eduardo was the devoted husband of Yolanda L. Cantu since 1962. 01/10/2024 12:00 AM
DANIEL ANTHONY ESPITIA
DANIEL ANTHONY ESPITIA
Daniel Anthony Espitia of Columbus passed away on Nov. 23, 2023 in San Antonio, Texas. 01/10/2024 12:00 AM
ELVERA MOELLER SCHMIDT
ELVERA MOELLER SCHMIDT
Elvera Moeller Schmidt, 75, of Columbus, Texas, passed away on Jan. 2, 2024 in Columbus, Texas. 01/10/2024 12:00 AM
AMOS BONDS SMITH JR.
AMOS BONDS SMITH JR.
Amos Bonds Smith Jr., 75, of Columbus, Texas, passed away on Jan. 4, 2024 in Columbus. 01/10/2024 12:00 AM
MARIAN ELIZABETH RANKIN
MARIAN ELIZABETH RANKIN
Marian Elizabeth Rankin, 76, passed away peacefully on Jan. 4, 2024 at her home in Columbus, Texas. She was born on Nov. 3, 1947 to Edward J. and Mary M. O’ Toole. She married the love of her life, Charles D. Rankin on June 14, 1969. 01/10/2024 12:00 AM
Voter registration deadline for primary approaches
Voter registration deadline for primary approaches
The deadline to register to vote in the Texas Democratic and Republican primary elections is Feb. 5. Voters on March 5 will choose their nominees for president, U.S. Senator, all 38 U.S. House members from Texas, and a number of other state and local offices, from the Texas Supreme Court to district attorneys, sheriffs and county commissioners. 01/10/2024 12:00 AM
Childhood memories
Childhood memories
A View Of Columbus Through Rose-Colored Glasses 01/10/2024 12:00 AM
F-8 and be there
F-8 and be there
Woods, Waters and Wildlife 01/10/2024 12:00 AM
THE YEAR IN REVIEW
THE YEAR IN REVIEW
The Citizen takes a look back at 2023 01/03/2024 12:00 AM
ROBERT BRYAN “BOBBY” HUNT
ROBERT BRYAN “BOBBY” HUNT
Friends and family, join us for a celebration of life service to honor Robert Bryan “Bobby” Hunt’s memory on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024 at 11 a.m. at the Bering Drive Church of Christ, 1910 Bering Drive, Houston, TX. Reception to follow. 01/03/2024 12:00 AM
BIRTHS
BIRTHS
GARNER 01/03/2024 12:00 AM
Land Commissioner celebrates first-year accomplishments
Land Commissioner celebrates first-year accomplishments
01/03/2024 12:00 AM
Senior Connections hosts New Year’s Eve Heritage Ball
Senior Connections hosts New Year’s Eve Heritage Ball
SCHULENBURG – Senior Connections hosted a year end celebration and fundraiser to contribute to their operations and support the seniors that benefit from their programs on Dec. 31. The organization sponsored an auction of donated items as well as a dinner and a dance for those in attendance. 01/03/2024 12:00 AM
The Volunteer Fire Departments of Eagle Lake and Garwood teamed up to take on a structure fire on Stevenson Street.
County VFDs in action over the holiday week
EAGLE LAKE – The Volunteer Fire Departments of Eagle Lake and Garwood teamed up to take on a structure fire on Stevenson Street. 01/03/2024 12:00 AM
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