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Trey Harris and Josh Fluitt tattoo guests at Yoakum Ink Friday, June 10.

Trey Harris and Josh Fluitt tattoo guests at Yoakum Ink Friday, June 10.

Tattooing Yoakum

Hans Lammeman
Saturday, June 11, 2022
It’s safe to assume that a sizeable portion of the tattoos decorating the Yoakum community come from the lone parlor in town, Yoakum Ink.   It may be no surprise that the man with ‘Yoakum Ink’ tattooed in large lettering across his head has been at the helm of the operation.
Majek Vineyard & Winery staff gather for a photo with a special group of visitors last week, a group of Rotarians from France who stopped by as part of their Texas tour, ahead of this week’s International Rotary Club Convention in Houston.

Majek Vineyard & Winery staff gather for a photo with a special group of visitors last week, a group of Rotarians from France who stopped by as part of their Texas tour, ahead of this week’s International Rotary Club Convention in Houston.

Bonjour et bienvenue en Moravie!

Bobby Horecka
Friday, June 10, 2022
Majek Vineyard & Winery in Moravia hosted a crowd last weekend that you might not expect to come across in Lavaca County, especially not in a tiny place like Moravia. “We had the most amazing group of people down yesterday,” winery owner Randy Majek shared on Saturday.
In May, the LCCAD sent more than 18,000 notices to property owners to indicate that their property’s proposed appraised value increased by $1,000 or more. Courtesy Photo.

In May, the LCCAD sent more than 18,000 notices to property owners to indicate that their property’s proposed appraised value increased by $1,000 or more. Courtesy Photo.

Rising property values and the petition process

Hans Lammeman
Thursday, June 9, 2022
  More than 18,000 real property owners received a letter from the Lavaca County Central Appraisal District (LCCAD) in May indicating that the proposed appraised value of their property increased by at least $1,000.   While many major media sources report that the inflation rate for the U.
Professional cartoonist David Pitts demonstrates techniques for drawing faces at the Carl and Mary Welhausen Library June 7.

Professional cartoonist David Pitts demonstrates techniques for drawing faces at the Carl and Mary Welhausen Library June 7.

Pro cartoonist hosts community art class at library

Hans Lammeman
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
Eager students of all ages gathered in the Carl and Mary Welhausen Library Tuesday for a hands-on art class hosted by professional cartoonist David Pitts.
JoJo DeBord (right) was motivated by her husband, Jesse (left), and her children to fight cancer. Contributed Photo/

JoJo DeBord (right) was motivated by her husband, Jesse (left), and her children to fight cancer. Contributed Photo/

What cancer taught me

Hans Lammeman
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Life offers few obstacles more intimidating than a cancer diagnosis; it is widely reported as one of the leading causes of death worldwide with incredibly unforgiving symptoms.    Though 39.
A Food Network crew films Jack Matusek preparing a signature dish in October ahead of his appearance on Season 52, Episode 7 of Chopped. Contributed Photo.

A Food Network crew films Jack Matusek preparing a signature dish in October ahead of his appearance on Season 52, Episode 7 of Chopped. Contributed Photo.

Matusek wows Food Network judges

Hans Lammeman
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Yoakum native and Master Butcher Jack Matusek impressed Food Network judges with a skillful performance on a chuck-wagon-themed episode of Chopped in May.
Always protect yourself from sunburn and the risk of skin cancer.

Always protect yourself from sunburn and the risk of skin cancer.

Protect against skin cancer while enjoying outdoor activities

Murray Montgomery
Monday, June 6, 2022
According to the Centers For Disease Control (CDC), skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. The CDC reports that each year about 4.3 million adults are treated for basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas at a cost of about $4.8 billion.
​​​​​​​Elmer Michna with Moulton’s SPJST Lodge No. 184 recently passed along a financial contribution to Chief Tim Koncaba with the Moulton Volunteer Fire Department.

​​​​​​​Elmer Michna with Moulton’s SPJST Lodge No. 184 recently passed along a financial contribution to Chief Tim Koncaba with the Moulton Volunteer Fire Department.

Helping our first responders with the Moulton VFD

News Staff
Friday, June 3, 2022
Elmer Michna with Moulton’s SPJST Lodge No. 184 recently passed along a financial contribution to Chief Tim Koncaba with the Moulton Volunteer Fire Department to assist with the departmental month-to-month operational expenses. “We sure thank them for their continued support,” said Chief Koncaba.  
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