Veterans

Memorial Day ceremonies to be held Monday

Jimmy Appelt
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
The Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 870, the Lavaca Memorial Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6382 and the American Legion Hudgeon’s Post 230 will host Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday, May 26 at the Sacred Heart Family Center located on S. Glendale St. in Hallettsville.

Veterans Appreciation Day Saturday

Jimmy Appelt
Thursday, April 10, 2025
Veterans Appreciation Day will take place this Saturday at the Hallettsville Knights of Columbus Hall.The annual event marks its 21st year for honoring the veterans and doors will open at 11 a.m.At noon, a program ceremony will be held honoring the service of veterans.

Veterans Appreciation Day April 12

Jimmy Appelt
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
The 21st annual Veterans Appreciation Day is scheduled for Saturday, April 12 at the Hallettsville Knights of Columbus Hall.Doors will open at 11 a.m. and a program ceremony will be held at noon honoring veteran’s service.
After 60 years, Shiner veteran Klaus David Schlamb received his high school diploma. From left are presenter Jeannie Koch, wife Carolyn Schlamb, David Schlamb and Anthony Fikac.

After 60 years, Shiner veteran Klaus David Schlamb received his high school diploma. From left are presenter Jeannie Koch, wife Carolyn Schlamb, David Schlamb and Anthony Fikac.

Shiner Catholic School honors Veteran with diploma

News Staff
Monday, November 25, 2024
After 60 years, a Shiner veteran has received his high school diploma on Veterans Day.Vietnam veteran Klaus David Schlamb was awarded his diploma at Shiner Catholic School, which he attended years ago.
File photo

File photo

All Veterans Should Be Honored

Murray Montgomery
Friday, November 8, 2024
By MURRAY MONTGOMERY     Staff WriterI cannot imagine an experience more horrible than being a participant in a war – any war. The smell of death and the sight of people being blown to pieces is something that only those who have been there can relate to.

Veterans Day events in Moulton area

News Staff
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
There are a couple of Veterans Day events happening around Moulton.On Sunday, Nov. 10, there will be a Veterans Day service in Praha at the cemetery near the church there. The assembly will start at 10:30 a.m. followed by a flyover at noon.
Robert Nieto, right, is the new commander of American Legion Post 392 in Moulton. He is pictured with Brigadier General Jose David Riveria. Photo submitted by Robert Nieto

Robert Nieto, right, is the new commander of American Legion Post 392 in Moulton. He is pictured with Brigadier General Jose David Riveria. Photo submitted by Robert Nieto

Moulton welcomes Robert Nieto as new American Legion Commander

News Staff
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
A local veteran, Robert Nieto, was named as the new commander of American Legion Post 392 in Moulton. He’s been the new commander for several months now“We’re a small group, we have less than 50 members,” Nieto said. “I’ve been doing a lot of recruiting and trying to get some younger ones in.

Local schools to hold Veterans Day events

News Staff
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Several school districts in the area are preparing for Veterans Day programs on Monday, Nov. 11.The Yoakum Junior High School will be having a Veterans Day program the morning of Veterans Day.“We are planning on a having a presentation,” Yoakum Junior High Principal Gabe Adamek said.
Larry Kupka. YHT Staff photo.

Larry Kupka. YHT Staff photo.

Local man reminds others of the importance of Veterans Day

News Staff
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Veterans Day is next Monday, and a local Vietnam Veteran, Larry Kupka, is a strong advocate for the importance of that day.“Veterans Day is a day that shows honor to folks that volunteered to serve their country,” Kupka said.
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