Lifestyle

From Texas to Normandy Beach

By Murray Montgomery -  Staff WriterMarvin Braune was a member of the famous 36th Infantry Division during World War II, but he probably joined that outfit before the war, in 1940, when the 36th was a Texas National Guard unit.

Honoring Our Veterans, One Cap at a Time

It’s hard not to notice the men and women in our community proudly wearing caps adorned with emblems and patches from the armed forces. These caps are more than just accessories. They are symbols of service, sacrifice, and identity.Each cap tells a story. From the U.S.

The day a tornado halted the SP railroad in Moulton

By Jimmy Appelt  -  Staff Writer On Saturday, Oct. 18, the annual Alton C. Allen Conference was held with a theme focusing on the railroad industry in Texas.

He built it one piece at a time

By Murray Montgomery - Staff WriterA framed photo hanging on the wall at the old Alcalde Hotel in Gonzales was my first introduction to Oliver Albert.As I recall, the photograph was of Mr. Albert standing beside one of his unique automobile creations.

Legend of Heart and Strength

By Nicole Smith | StaffFew stories stand taller at the Spoetzl Brewery than that of Chippy Taylor. Known for his remarkable strength and even greater spirit, Chippy left an imprint on the brewery, his community, and his church.Lonnie B.

Komensky School: 1895 -1966

The rural community of Komensky is located about five miles east of Moulton on FM 5323. The community originally began in 1895 when a school was built on the site to provide a basic education (grades 1-8) for the children of the newly-immigrated  Czech and German settlers.

Kirk celebrated during nationally televised memorial service

By Murray Montgomery | Lavaca County TodayThousands showed up in person, and millions tuned in Sunday for the memorial of Charlie Kirk. The Christian and conservative activist was shot and killed Sept. 10 during an event at Utah Valley University.

Old tunes bring back the memories

By Murray Montgomery | Lavaca County TodayIt’s funny how different things can remind us of the past and bring back old memories.With some folks it might be certain smells or things they see and hear.

‘Where Were You?’ Locals Remember the Day America Changed

It’s hard to believe the terrorist attacks that took place on our country on 9-11-2001 has now reached 24 years.What is also hard to believe is that all the youth and young adults below the age of 24 were not even born and have grown up in a world that changed dramatically after the event.