Lavaca County EMS responded to a two vehicle crash on State Highway 95 on FM 958 last Thursday afternoon leaving one person to the hospital for minor injuries. Photos by Wayne Denson.

Lavaca County EMS responded to a two vehicle crash on State Highway 95 on FM 958 last Thursday afternoon leaving one person to the hospital for minor injuries. Photos by Wayne Denson.

Two vehicle accident leaves one injured

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The Lavaca County EMS responded to a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 95 on FM 958 last Thursday afternoon.A black 2011 Hyundai driven by Cinthia Rodriguez Chow was traveling on South SH95 and she passed another vehicle driving southbound. A white 2017 Honda SUV driven by Peggy Malinovsky was…
Jason Landry

Jason Landry

Years of searching: Jason Landry found

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The community took a collective breath this month as the search for Jason Landry concluded.For nearly six years, the area of Luling and surrounding communities has supported efforts to find the missing Texas State student.His photograph appeared at community events, yearly vigils and on local…

Voter registration deadline is Monday, Oct. 5

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The November 3 general election is approaching with early voting beginning on Monday, Oct. 19 and running through Friday, Oct. 30.For those who are not registered to vote, you have until Monday, Oct. 3 to register to vote in this year’s election.To register to vote in Texas, simply complete a voter…

Rise Up for Life to present What is Hospice program

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The Rise Up for Life organization will present a program on Saturday (Oct.3) titled What is Hospice – Everything you to need to know.The program will take place from 10 a.m. to noon at the St. Peter Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall at 101 Market St. in Hallettsville.For more information contact…
During Monday’s Lavaca County Commissioners’ Court meeting, EOG Resources presented a check for $15,000 to the Lavaca County Office of Emergency Management. Front from left EOG Resources Safety and Operations representative Chelsea Ashworth and Lavaca County Emergency Management coordinator Greg Murrile. Back row from left are commissioners Dennis W. Kocian, Kenny Siegel, County Judge Keith Mudd, and commissioners Wayne Faircloth and Edward Pustka. Photo by Jimmy Appelt

During Monday’s Lavaca County Commissioners’ Court meeting, EOG Resources presented a check for $15,000 to the Lavaca County Office of Emergency Management. Front from left EOG Resources Safety and Operations representative Chelsea Ashworth and Lavaca County Emergency Management coordinator Greg Murrile. Back row from left are commissioners Dennis W. Kocian, Kenny Siegel, County Judge Keith Mudd, and commissioners Wayne Faircloth and Edward Pustka. Photo by Jimmy Appelt

Court adopts NNR tax rate/approves budget

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The Lavaca County Commissioners’ Court met Monday and approved the No-New-Tax Rate(NNR) of .6041 cents per $100 valuation for 2026-27.The court voted unanimously, by a show of hands, in adopting the property tax rate that includes .4905 cents for the Gen eral Fund and .1136 for the Farm-to-Market…

HISD board holds special meeting

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The Hallettsville ISD Board of Trustees held a special-called meeting Monday morning and approved Update 127 to the TASB Policy Manual.In regards to other items on the agenda, the board took no action receiving bids for house leveling for the property at 311 N. Ridge St.Also, the board took no…
Photos courtesy Kolache Fest facebook page (Bob Barrera)

Photos courtesy Kolache Fest facebook page (Bob Barrera)

Kolache Fest: A weekend full of fun, flavor and tradition

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The smell of fresh-baked kolaches, the sound of laugh ter and cheers, and the excitement of a community coming together could only mean one thing, Kolache Fest had arrived.From the cornhole tournament to the parade, 5K run, car show and plenty of kolaches in between, this year’s celebration was…
Antonio Guevara-Gaitan

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Lavaca County deputy detains MS-13 gang member

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A Lavaca County sheriff’s deputy detained two Salvadorian nationals last Wednesday in Fayette County. One of these detainees is a documented MS-13 gang member and appears on a federal terrorism watchlist.According to a statement posted by the sheriff’s office, the deputy conducted a traffic stop…
Photo by Chuck Grafe Kenzie Chance had 12 assists in the St. Paul loss..

Photo by Chuck Grafe Kenzie Chance had 12 assists in the St. Paul loss..

Lady Cardinals take over district lead

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SHINER – In the battle for the lead in TAPPS District 5 IV, the St. Paul Lady Cardinals took a 3-0 (25-23, 25-11, 25-19) over the Indianettes Thursday evening.The key set was the first when the Indianettes gave away four points on missed serves in the 25 23 loss.“We played a great first set. Then…
Photo by Chuck Grafe Jans Henke digs it in the Smithville match.

Photo by Chuck Grafe Jans Henke digs it in the Smithville match.

LB extend win streak to four

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SMITHVILLE – Hallettsville extended its win streak to four in a row as they “aced” Smithville 25-20, 24-16, 25-10 Friday evening.Hallettsville served 15 aces in the match and moved to 21-10 and 3-2 on the season.The LB broke an 11-11 tie in the first set with a 5-1 run with Lexi Bludau providing a…
Photo by Chuck Grafe Tezmond Gutierrez (7) gains yardage after a pass reception.

Photo by Chuck Grafe Tezmond Gutierrez (7) gains yardage after a pass reception.

Brahmas open District with 41-7 victory over Smithville

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SMITHVILLE – As expected, the Hallettsville Brahmas defeated Smithville Friday night 41-7 in the District 13-AAA opener for both teams.Quarterback Will Halata threw four touchdown passes and scored another in the rout.The Brahmas are 4-1 overall while Smithville dropped to 1-4.“It was a quality…
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Chris Ulcak takes the oath to serve as the Lavaca County Pct. 2 Justice of Peace at the Tuesday, Sept. 15 commissioners’ court meeting. Coun ty Judge Keith Mudd conducted the swearing-in ceremonies. Photo by Jimmy Appelt

Chris Ulcak takes the oath to serve as the Lavaca County Pct. 2 Justice of Peace at the Tuesday, Sept. 15 commissioners’ court meeting. Coun ty Judge Keith Mudd conducted the swearing-in ceremonies. Photo by Jimmy Appelt

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Thursday, September 24, 2026
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Wednesday, September 23, 2026
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Lavaca County EMS responded to a two vehicle crash on State Highway 95 on FM 958 last Thursday afternoon leaving one person to the hospital for minor injuries. Photos by Wayne Denson.

Lavaca County EMS responded to a two vehicle crash on State Highway 95 on FM 958 last Thursday afternoon leaving one person to the hospital for minor injuries. Photos by Wayne Denson.

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Two vehicle accident leaves one injured

Thursday, September 24, 2026

The Lavaca County EMS responded to a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 95 on FM 958 last Thursday afternoon.A black 2011 Hyundai driven by Cinthia Rodriguez Chow was traveling on South SH95 and she passed another vehicle driving southbound.

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Photo by Chuck Grafe Jans Henke digs it in the Smithville match.

Photo by Chuck Grafe Jans Henke digs it in the Smithville match.

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LB extend win streak to four

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Wednesday, September 30, 2026
SMITHVILLE – Hallettsville extended its win streak to four in a row as they “aced” Smithville...
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Jimmy Welfel Sr.

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Jimmy Welfel Sr.

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Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Jimmy Joseph Welfel, Sr., 87, of Shiner, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 19, 2026. 

Martin Goetz

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Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Martin Otto Goetz, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. 
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Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Ira Leon Smith, 84, of Moulton, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away...
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Joe Kalina

Joe Kalina

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Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Joseph “Joe” Louis Kalina, 80, of Shiner, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
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