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Court hears public health report

The Lavaca County Commissioners’ Court met in a regular meeting Monday and heard from public health nurse of Lavaca County for the Texas Department Health Services Lavaca County Lauren Werner R.N.

Moulton’s Own: Chief Daniel Beyer Marks Three Decades in Law Enforcement

Moulton Police Chief Daniel Beyer is proudly celebrating 31 years of service.Although Beyer started his career as a police officer in 1995, he started his law enforcement career in 1991. He said he is proud to have been serving this long.

SHCHS graduation Sunday

The 2026 Sacred Heart Catholic High School Commencement Exercises will take place Sunday, May 17 starting at 3 p.m.The ceremony will be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Hallettsville with 24 seniors receiving their diplomas.

HISD board approves resolution to establish school marshal program

The Hallettsville ISD Board of Trustees met in a regular meeting Monday evening and approved a resolution to establish a school marshal program.According to HISD superintendent Dr.

Early primary runoff voting starts Monday

Early in-person voting in both the Republican and Democratic Party primary runoffs begins Monday, May 18, and runs through Friday, May 22. The general runoff election will take place on Tuesday, May 26.Registered voters can cast their ballots at the Courthouse Annex lo - cated at 412 N. Texana St.

Convicted Child Predator Sentenced to 12 Years Following Probation Revocation

Several cases were made during district court proceedings May 5, with Jessica R. Crawford presiding.Two defendants entered guilty pleas to felony charges and will be sentenced at a later date.

Peace Officer Memorial Day: Honoring those who gave their life in the line of duty

This is an article written in May 2008 recognizing local police officers who gave the ultimate sacrifice.Friday, May 15, is designated as Peace Officers’ Memorial Day.

Coach Henke gets his due

Former Sacred Heart Catholic High School athletic director and head football coach Pat Henke was recently inducted into the Texas Private School Sports Hall of Fame.Henke had been named to the inaugural HOF class in 2024, however at that time there was no official ceremony that took place.

Former Ezzell principal pleads guilty

District court proceedings took place on Tuesday, May 5 with Judge Jessica R. Crawford presiding over the docket.During the proceedings Jody Mildred Thompson, the former principal at the Ezzell ISD, pleaded guilty to the charge of Theft of Property ($2,500 to $30,000) by a public servant.

LCSO urges residents to stay vigilant as cartel operatives are on the loose

The Lavaca County Sheriff’s Office has released a public safety alert telling residents about potential criminal activity which is tied to Mexican cartel operatives in the region.