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Filing period for May 2023 elections opens Jan. 18
Filing period for May 2023 elections opens Jan. 18
If you are interested in serving your community as an elected official, Jan. 18 is first day to file an application for a place on the ballot. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
Potter’s Western Store receives
Potter’s Western Store receives Texas Treasure Business Award
Potter’s Western Store receives Texas Treasure Business Award 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
Eagle Lake police investigate death of man, woman
Eagle Lake police investigate death of man, woman
EAGLE LAKE – A ruling is pending in the deaths of a man and a woman who died under suspicious circumstances Jan. 7, investigators said. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
First baby of 2023
First baby of 2023
COLUMBUS – Kayla Anne Carlton and Nathan Allen Zumoff would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Alayah Zumoff. Alayah was born on Jan. 3 at the Columbus Community Hospital. The parents’ bundle of joy arrived at 5:23 p.m. She weighed 7 pounds and was 18.8 inches long at birth. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
Our neighbor Cat Spring: Oldest agricultural society in Texas
Our neighbor Cat Spring: Oldest agricultural society in Texas
Eagle Lake Remembers 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
ANDREW TOBAR
ANDREW TOBAR
Andrew “Showtime” Tobar, 44, of Glidden, Texas, passed away on Jan. 1, 2023, at his residence in Glidden, Texas. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
BETTY HODDE BEYER
BETTY HODDE BEYER
Betty Hodde Beyer peacefully passed away at home on Jan. 8, 2023. She was born on Jan. 10, 1930, to parents Henry Hodde and Gertrude (White) Hodde in Columbus, Texas. She married Alfred Beyer on Sept. 24, 1949. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
GLADYS MARIE WANJA RAU
GLADYS MARIE WANJA RAU
Gladys Marie Wanja Rau, 97, of Columbus, Texas passed away peacefully in her sleep on Jan. 8, 2023, in Columbus. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
MELINDA ANN ROBLES
MELINDA ANN ROBLES
Melinda Ann Robles, 38, of Eagle Lake, Texas, passed away on Jan. 9, 2023, in Eagle Lake, Texas. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
BIRTH
BIRTH
Samuel and Kelsey Barta of Brenham, are pleased to announce the birth of their second child, Josey Elle Barta, at 11:22PM on December 27th,2022, born at St. Joseph’s Hospital in COllege Station Texas. Josey weighed 7 lbs 3 oz and measured 19.5 inches in length. Josey is welcomed home by her sister Sandi Lynn. Maternal grandparents are John and Adrienne Hamilton of Chappell Hill and great grandmother Ellen Case. Paternal grandparents are John and Barbara Barta and the late Sandra Barta of Columbus. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
Mounted patrol headed to area for rodeo support
Mounted patrol headed to area for rodeo support
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office Junior Mounted Posse is paying a visit to the area Jan. 14 to encourage support for the upcoming Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
Workshop to help day care teachers
Workshop to help day care teachers
The Turtle Wing Foundation and Parents as Teachers have teamed up to bring another continuing education training for day care teachers on Jan. 17. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
A fun week at Weimar Public Library
A fun week at Weimar Public Library
WEIMAR – The Weimar Public Library has a lineup of events for both kids and adults starting Monday, Jan. 16. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
Become a master in growing herbs
Become a master in growing herbs
EDNA – The Jackson County Master Gardeners Association (JCMGA) invites the public to attend a free, “Come Grow With Us,” seminar at 10 a.m. on Jan. 30 in Edna. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
Columbus’ Magnolia Belles tradition returns
Columbus’ Magnolia Belles tradition returns
COLUMBUS – The Columbus Historical Preservation Trust, Inc. (CHPT) is hosting its next orientation for the Magnolia Belles on Jan. 14 at the Stafford Opera House. The session starts at 9:30 a.m. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
Award-winner to speak at writer’s workshop
Award-winner to speak at writer’s workshop
COLUMBUS – Award-winning author Rodney Walther will be speaking at Nesbitt Memorial Library, 529 Washington St., on Jan. 20 at 10 a.m. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
Lady Cards soccer takes fifth at Yoakum
Lady Cards soccer takes fifth at Yoakum
The Columbus varsity lady soccer team had a successful trip to Yoakum after picking up three wins throughout the tournament while fighting through some adversity in each of the games. Even down a few players and needing a few players to step into new positions, the Lady Cards were able to hold on for clutch wins after notching crucial goals. Columbus found opportunities in front of goal with regularity despite not being able to finish all their chances. They finished the tournament 3-1-1 with five total goals which helped them take fifth place in the overall standings. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
Cardinals sweep week to stay unbeaten in district
Cardinals sweep week to stay unbeaten in district
The Columbus Cardinals varsity hoops team has gotten out to a strong start to the district portion of the schedule. They have not lost a game in four tries and made a big step toward their goal of becoming district champs after a tough win against Industrial. The Cards continue to field one of the best offensive attacks in the district led by the potent trio of Trevor Berger, Colton Pitchford and Cristian Reyna who has developed into a certified threat this season. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
No. 17 ranked Lady Cards’ strong season continues with big wins
No. 17 ranked Lady Cards’ strong season continues with big wins
The Columbus varsity lady hoops team has had season- long momentum as they have depended on some outstanding offensive outings as well as a stifling defense and effective rebounding. The past week of competition was a microcosm of these trends as they finished out a defensive battle earlier in the week against Industrial before having a near 70-point explosion in their game to finish out the week with a big win against Hallettsville. Following their performances last week, the Lady Cards have climbed up to the 17th spot in the Texas Girls’ Coaches Association state poll. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
Raiders’ offense roars over past week
Raiders’ offense roars over past week
The Raiders’ varsity basketball team has been getting strong results from their offensive attack as the team has gotten more cohesive as the season has progressed. Last week, they continued their highly effective offense with two more impressive performances. They crossed the 60-point threshold twice and even reached the 70-point mark on the way to splitting their two games of the week. They lost a close one to Tidehaven on Tuesday, Jan 3 and won a blowout against Palacios on the following Friday. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
Lady Raiders drop two hoops games in blowout fashion
Lady Raiders drop two hoops games in blowout fashion
Last week, the Lady Raiders lost back-to-back games by big margins. 01/11/2023 12:00 AM
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