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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Deadline set for fair youth pageants
Deadline set for fair youth pageants
COLUMBUS – The 45th annual Colorado County Fair is holding its children and youth pageants 6 p.m. Sept. 7 at Founders Hall. 08/23/2023 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. 08/23/2023 12:00 AM
1746 Scottish Basket Hilt backsword replica up for auction
1746 Scottish Basket Hilt backsword replica up for auction
If you’ve ever been looking for a sword to wield as a mighty Highland warrior, this 1746 Scottish Basket-Hilt single- edged Backsword is for you! 08/23/2023 12:00 AM
Rice cross-country has several top-20 finishers at Sealy
Rice cross-country has several top-20 finishers at Sealy
SEALY – The Rice cross-country team found some success as they took on their second meet of the season. Many of their runners have started finding their pace as they look to repeat some of the success they had last season as a team. With many runners finishing in the top 20 last week, they are hoping performances like that stay the norm for the squad. 08/23/2023 12:00 AM
Lady Raiders struggle in Schulenburg tourney
Lady Raiders struggle in Schulenburg tourney
The Rice Lady Raiders’ varsity volleyball team had somewhat of a rough outing during the Schulenburg-hosted tournament over the weekend as they failed to pick up a victory throughout the competition. Some of their momentum from an early-week win against Hitchcock carried over as they stayed competitive in many of the matches. However, they could not convert their best performances into wins as they struggled through a difficult field of teams that featured some of the top teams in the state. 08/23/2023 12:00 AM
Rice finishes preseason football in Weimar
Rice finishes preseason football in Weimar
The Raiders took on their final scrimmage before the regular season begins in a joint practice with the Weimar Wildcats and the Sacred Heart Indians. Rice completes their final preparations this week as they get ready for their Aug. 25 matchup against Luling. The Raiders are hoping the opener will be the first step towards a potential playoff berth as they look to avenge their opening loss to the Eagles in last season’s first game. 08/23/2023 12:00 AM
Ladycats take second in Schulenburg silver bracket
Ladycats take second in Schulenburg silver bracket
The Weimar Ladycats’ varsity volleyball team took their first losses of the season last week as they travelled to face Round Top-Carmine to start the week and then to Schulenburg to take on a tournament at the end of the week. After their loss to start the week, they went on to perform well in the tournament with three match losses in their seven attempts in Schulenburg. 08/23/2023 12:00 AM
Weimar hosts two teams for final football scrimmage
Weimar hosts two teams for final football scrimmage
The Weimar Wildcats’ varsity football team hosted the Rice Raiders and the Sacred Heart Indians from Hallettsville for a joint scrimmage to help the teams prepare for the regular season opener. The Wildcats will have their final preparations for Friday’s game as they take on the John Paul II Guardians away from home to start the season. Weimar is hoping they can recreate their big win from last year against the Guardians. 08/23/2023 12:00 AM
SAS SAINTLY NEWS
SAS SAINTLY NEWS
“But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have become convinced of, because you know those from whom you learned it, and how from infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.” (2 Timothy 3:14-15) St. Anthony School was back in session on Aug 9, with the SAS cheerleaders greeting students as they left the lazy days of summer behind and began the ‘2023- ‘2024 school year. Returning students and staff welcomed new students and staff in hopes of kicking off a new year of learning, faith and friendship. 08/23/2023 12:00 AM
Weimar High FFA names its officers
Weimar High FFA names its officers
The Weimar High School FFA branch has officially announced this year’s group of officers that will be leading the organization for the 2023-2024 school year. Each of the students recognized as officers exemplified the values of FFA and showed desire in furthering the program with their own individual success as well as looking to enhance their peers as well. 08/23/2023 12:00 AM
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