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Seated, left to right, McKenzie Kessler, Madeline Collins, Hannah Machacek, Rena Pierce, Ana Lowe and Alma Lowe; standing, left to right, Irene Cerny, Mary Shafer, Bernadette Kresta, Benie Gerdes, Wilma Williams, Sarah Collins, Janet Zabransky, Rose Mary Havlik and Debbie Novosad. Not pictured is Sherri Holland.

Seated, left to right, McKenzie Kessler, Madeline Collins, Hannah Machacek, Rena Pierce, Ana Lowe and Alma Lowe; standing, left to right, Irene Cerny, Mary Shafer, Bernadette Kresta, Benie Gerdes, Wilma Williams, Sarah Collins, Janet Zabransky, Rose Mary Havlik and Debbie Novosad. Not pictured is Sherri Holland.

Youth Quilt Class held June 26-29

News Staff
Friday, June 30, 2023
Six students attended the annual Youth Quilt Class sponsored by the Shiner Heritage Quilters Guild on June 26 – 29, 2023.   McKenzie Kessler, Madeline Collins and Hannah Machacek made “Disappearing Nine-Patch” quilts and Rena Pierce, Ana Lowe and Alma Lowe made “Rail Fence” quilts.
Stock photo from Pixabay

Stock photo from Pixabay

Past hurricanes have targeted Texas

Murray Montgomery
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
BY MURRAY MONTGOMERY Staff Writer History tells us that over the centuries, as settlements grew along the Texas coast, hurricanes became an ever-present threat. In the article below, I have highlighted the storms that I consider to be some of the worst - there are many more.
2022-2023 Miss Shiner Royalty Court

2022-2023 Miss Shiner Royalty Court

Miss Shiner Royalty Court pageant this Sunday

News Staff
Thursday, June 22, 2023
Kicking off Half Moon Holidays, the Shiner Chamber of Commerce invites the community to the 44th Annual Miss Shiner Royal Court Pageant. The Pageant will take place on Sunday, June 25 at 6 p.m. at the Shiner Methodist Church Gymnasium.
Pictured are, left to right, Torye Gleitz, Operations Coordinator at Morgan’s Wonderland, Janet Ferguson, Shiner Heritage Quilters President and Diane Price, Executive Administrative Assistant.

Pictured are, left to right, Torye Gleitz, Operations Coordinator at Morgan’s Wonderland, Janet Ferguson, Shiner Heritage Quilters President and Diane Price, Executive Administrative Assistant.

Shiner Heritage Quilters donate quilts to Morgan's Wonderland

News Staff
Thursday, June 22, 2023
The Shiner Heritage Quilters Guild has donated eight quilts for campers to use at Morgan’s Wonderland in San Antonio, the world’s first theme park designed with individuals with special needs in mind. The presentation was made on May 26.
Pictured are, front row, left to right, Junior High Mascot Kenzie Springfield and Varsity Mascot Valery Bordovsky; second row, left to right, Reagan Horn, Blair Epley, Kayla Heinhold, Mallory Johnson, Taylor Kocian, Emersyn Boehm, Madi Hubbard, Tinsley Vasek, Gracyn Chrismon, and Harlee Sevcik; third row, left to right, UCA Instructor Rachel, Arya Terry, Jaeleigh Ramirez, Reagan Fluitt, Klair Hailey, Lexi Boner, Lily Prove, and UCA Instructor Kaily; fourth row, left to right, Chesney Machacek, Callie Sevcik

Pictured are, front row, left to right, Junior High Mascot Kenzie Springfield and Varsity Mascot Valery Bordovsky; second row, left to right, Reagan Horn, Blair Epley, Kayla Heinhold, Mallory Johnson, Taylor Kocian, Emersyn Boehm, Madi Hubbard, Tinsley Vasek, Gracyn Chrismon, and Harlee Sevcik; third row, left to right, UCA Instructor Rachel, Arya Terry, Jaeleigh Ramirez, Reagan Fluitt, Klair Hailey, Lexi Boner, Lily Prove, and UCA Instructor Kaily; fourth row, left to right, Chesney Machacek, Callie Sevcik

UCA cheer camp held at Shiner High School

News Staff
Thursday, June 22, 2023
All three Shiner High School Squads - Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Junior High - had home UCA Camp at the Shiner High School Gym June 19-21.  They learned various cheers, dances, sidelines, and stunts to get ready for those Thursday and Friday night lights.
Photo courtesy of Pixabay

Photo courtesy of Pixabay

High temps should be taken seriously

Murray Montgomery
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
By Murray Montgomery Staff Writer   There’s no doubt that summer has arrived in Texas. In our area, we’ve been dealing with temperatures ranging from 90 to 100 degrees for days – and it doesn’t cool off much when the sun goes down. Even at night, we may see 70 to 80 degrees.
The LCHC was one of 83 county historical commissions throughout the state to be honored. From left are members of the LCHC including Nancy Obelgoner, Roger Ramey, Bea Wyatt, Duff Wagner, Doug Kubicek (chairman), Irene Szwarc, Harvey Matusek, Bob Morgenroth and Dennis Svetlik. Back row from left include members of the Commissioners’ Court including commissioners Dennis W. Kocian, Kenny Siegel, judge Keith Mudd and commissioners Wayne Faircloth and Edward Pustka. Photo by Jimmy Appelt

The LCHC was one of 83 county historical commissions throughout the state to be honored. From left are members of the LCHC including Nancy Obelgoner, Roger Ramey, Bea Wyatt, Duff Wagner, Doug Kubicek (chairman), Irene Szwarc, Harvey Matusek, Bob Morgenroth and Dennis Svetlik. Back row from left include members of the Commissioners’ Court including commissioners Dennis W. Kocian, Kenny Siegel, judge Keith Mudd and commissioners Wayne Faircloth and Edward Pustka. Photo by Jimmy Appelt

LCHC earns Distinguished Service Award

Jimmy Appelt
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
By Jimmy Appelt jimmy.appelt@lavacacounty today.com   The Lavaca County Historical Commission was recognized at the Monday, June 12 Commissioners’ Court meeting for being presented the 2022 Distinguished Service Award (DSA) given by the Texas Historical Commission.
Contributed photo

Contributed photo

The South Texas Cattlemen’s Roundup

Jimmy Appelt
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
The South Texas Cattlemen’s Roundup kicked off the 2023 season at the Hallettsville Livestock Commission on Tuesday, June 13. Local 4-H clubs provided the goodies and the event staff. Many wonderful pies, ranch items, and plants were auctioned to benefit Driscoll Children’s Hospital.
Happy Flag Day!

Happy Flag Day!

The U.S. Flag: Different versions

News Staff
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
By Jimmy appelt jimmy.appelt@lavacacountytoday.com Flag Day is today, Wednesday, June 14 and is a time to proudly display the symbol of our country and what it represents.
A drawing of Frederick Douglass by Gene Grant.

A drawing of Frederick Douglass by Gene Grant.

Hallet Oak Gallery Juneteenth Celebration Monday, June 19

News Staff
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
The public is invited to the Hallet Oak Gallery for a Juneteenth Celebration on Monday, June 19 from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Doors open at noon to view Black American Artist exhibits. Free admission and refreshments will be served. 1 p.m.
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