At Monday’s Lavaca County Commissioner’s Court meeting, Wyatt Kaspar was recognized with the Junior Life Saver Award for the actions he took in contacting the EMS during a medical emergency occurring at his home. Wyatt, 10-years old, stands next to Lavaca County EMS Michael Furrh (center of photo), who presented the award. Kaspar is surrounded by family, Lavaca County Sheriff’s Office personnel and the Commissioners’ Court. Photo by Tim Decker

At Monday’s Lavaca County Commissioner’s Court meeting, Wyatt Kaspar was recognized with the Junior Life Saver Award for the actions he took in contacting the EMS during a medical emergency occurring at his home. Wyatt, 10-years old, stands next to Lavaca County EMS Michael Furrh (center of photo), who presented the award. Kaspar is surrounded by family, Lavaca County Sheriff’s Office personnel and the Commissioners’ Court. Photo by Tim Decker

Shiner youth presented Junior Life Saver Award

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The Lavaca County Commissioners’ Court met in a regular meeting Monday morning and began the meeting presenting Wyatt Kaspar with a Junior Life Saver Award.Lavaca County EMS chief Michael Furrh told the court young Kaspar, who is 10-years old, acted bravely during an emergency medical incident his…

City Council Nixes Mosquito Control in June Meetings

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The Moulton City Council discussed community spraying for mosquitoes at the June 9th meeting.“Council did not approve the spraying because the City does not have the equipment to do the spraying and you also have to have a licensed personnel to deal with chemicals or anything you’re putting out in…

Tri-County umpires to hold Texas Official’s Day celebration Sunday

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The annual Tri County Umpires Association, in conjunction with the K. Spoetzl Brewery and Distillery in Shiner will hold a Texas Official’s Day celebration at the brewery 1-5 p.m. June 28.According to Tri County Umpires Association president E. L. Moore, any umpire, referee, or official who has…

YEDC, Joint City Council approve grant applications

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The Yoakum Economic Development Corporation (YEDC) approved three grant applications during its meeting June 16. A subsequent Joint YEDC/City Council meeting was held afterward.The proposed Type B sales tax funding supported a childcare facility, a business redevelopment project, and improvements…
Pictured are members of the DeWitt County Historical Commission with the DeWitt County Commissioner’s Court. The DeWitt County Historical Commission was presented with a Distinguished Service Award.

Pictured are members of the DeWitt County Historical Commission with the DeWitt County Commissioner’s Court. The DeWitt County Historical Commission was presented with a Distinguished Service Award.

DeWitt County Historical Commission receives Distinguished Service Award

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The DeWitt County Historical Commission was presented with a 2025 Distinguished Service Award Certificate at the DeWitt County Commissioners Court meeting June 22.“This is a recognition of what the plans that we’ve had during the year,” DeWitt County Historical Commission President Peggy Ledbetter…

138th annual St. John Picnic set for July 4

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The 138th annual St. John the Baptist Catholic Church picnic will take place Saturday, July 4 with all activities at the church’s grounds located at 7026 FM 957.The picnic will begin with a Mass celebrated at 9 a.m. and a flag-raising ceremony will follow at 10 a.m. All veterans are encouraged to…

LCRSP awarded 2026 Friend of Conservation

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The Lavaca County Retired School Personnel (LCRSP) were recently awarded the 2026 Friend of Conservation award by the Lavaca Soil and Water Conservation District 334 (LSWCD).The LCRSP is made up of retired teachers and school personnel residing in the district and draw a pension from the Texas…
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Wilkinson celebrates 50 years in medicine

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A local physician is celebrating 50 years of service. Doctor Maurice Wilkinson, who runs a clinic downtown Hallettsville, is proud to be doing her work for 50 years.“Working for 50 years feels like it has always been,” Wilkinson said. “I wake up in the morning, I make my rounds, I make my house and…
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47-Year old Woman killed in Highway 90-A crash

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A two-vehicle crash involving a SUV and a semi-truck on U.S. Highway 90-A, four miles west of Hallettsville last Friday, resulted in a fatality.According to Texas Department of Public Safety Sergeant Ruben San Miguel, troopers responded to the crash at around 6:57 a.m.A preliminary investigation…
Photo by Chuck Grafe Holt Thigpen delivers a pitch during the game here Sunday evening..

Photo by Chuck Grafe Holt Thigpen delivers a pitch during the game here Sunday evening..

ML boys lose a tough one, 6-5

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NEW BRAUNFELS – The Hallettsville Major League All-Stars suffered a heart-breaking loss to New Braunfels Blue 6-5 Monday evening, giving the Comal County team the District 31 championship.Hallettsville had won the first game before dropping the next two in the best-ofthree series.NB broke a 4-4 tie…

Major Girls Section IV Tournament

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The Hallettsville Major League All-Star softball will play in the Section IV Tournament starting Saturday, June 27 in Lockhart.Hallettsville will meet District 29 champion Aransas Pass in the first game at 8 p.m.The 6 p.m. game has Industrial playing Sweeny. 
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Photo by Chuck Grafe Cora Zidek gets back to first on a pick-off attempt in the title game.

Photo by Chuck Grafe Cora Zidek gets back to first on a pick-off attempt in the title game.

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Major girls win district title

Chuck Grafe
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
After being run ruled Wednesday, June 17 by Cuero, the Hallettsville Major (11-12) All-Stars...
Photo by Chuck Grafe Heidi Rother steals second in the Gonzales victory

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At Monday’s Lavaca County Commissioner’s Court meeting, Wyatt Kaspar was recognized with the Junior Life Saver Award for the actions he took in contacting the EMS during a medical emergency occurring at his home. Wyatt, 10-years old, stands next to Lavaca County EMS Michael Furrh (center of photo), who presented the award. Kaspar is surrounded by family, Lavaca County Sheriff’s Office personnel and the Commissioners’ Court. Photo by Tim Decker

At Monday’s Lavaca County Commissioner’s Court meeting, Wyatt Kaspar was recognized with the Junior Life Saver Award for the actions he took in contacting the EMS during a medical emergency occurring at his home. Wyatt, 10-years old, stands next to Lavaca County EMS Michael Furrh (center of photo), who presented the award. Kaspar is surrounded by family, Lavaca County Sheriff’s Office personnel and the Commissioners’ Court. Photo by Tim Decker

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Shiner youth presented Junior Life Saver Award

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

The Lavaca County Commissioners’ Court met in a regular meeting Monday morning and began the meeting presenting Wyatt Kaspar with a Junior Life Saver Award.

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Photo by Chuck Grafe Holt Thigpen delivers a pitch during the game here Sunday evening..

Photo by Chuck Grafe Holt Thigpen delivers a pitch during the game here Sunday evening..

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ML boys lose a tough one, 6-5

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Wednesday, June 24, 2026
NEW BRAUNFELS – The Hallettsville Major League All-Stars suffered a heart-breaking loss to New...
Photo by Chuck Grafe Third baseman Caston Dworsky eyes first base after fielding a ground ball.

Photo by Chuck Grafe Third baseman Caston Dworsky eyes first base after fielding a ground ball.

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10U district champs

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Wednesday, June 24, 2026
LOCKHART – After pretty much having their way in the first games of District 31 East Zone...
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Helen Kainer

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Monday, June 22, 2026
Helen Chunda Kainer, 85, of Pearland, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 11, 2026 in The...
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Mary Ann Taylor

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Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Mary Ann Taylor, 91, of Shiner, died on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 in Victoria.
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