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William D. Old II presided over trial announcement day in the 25th District Court, setting two cases for trial and issuing several probation and prison sentences.Two cases were announced and are scheduled for trial beginning March 17. Additional details were not released.
Friday, March 6, 2026
Journalism students work on their projects at the Hallettsville High School Open House last Thursday. Students also participate in their weekly podcast.
HISD hosts Journalism Open House
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Last Thursday was National Scholastic Press Freedom Day and the Hallettsville High School hosted an open house.Christi Opiela teaches the journalism class at Hallettsville ISD.
Friday, March 6, 2026
Minor Injuries After Major Rescue on County Road 132
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Last Thursday, Lavaca County Emergency Management Services responded to a one vehicle accident that occurred on CR 132.The accident involved an MVA trash truck. “The call came in at 8:31 in the morning,” EMS Chief Michael Furrh said.
Friday, March 6, 2026
City of Moulton continues various parks improvements
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The City of Moulton has been making some strides in improving both of its parks.There are two parks in Moulton, one of them being the original City Park and a new park downtown. The new park downtown has a new name.
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Yoakum ISD and Yoakum City Council cancel May election
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The filing period for candidates seeking seats on the Yoakum Independent School District (Yoakum ISD) Board of Trustees and the Yoakum City Council closed Friday, Feb. 13. Each entity reported no races will be contested.
Thursday, February 26, 2026
City approves water infrastructure grant
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The City of Yoakum has approved an application for state grant funding aimed at improving its aging water infrastructure, a move city officials say would help ensure reliable service for residents as the system continues to age.
Thursday, February 26, 2026
DeWitt County Commissioners made a proclamation declaring the week of Feb. 28 as Youth Livestock Show Week (YLSW). Pictured from left to right are Livestock Show Representative Anthony Netardus, Commissioner James Kaiser, Judge Daryl Fowler, Commissioner James Pilchiek, Livestock Show Representative Candace Williams, and commissioners Brian Carson and Ryan Varela.
DeWitt Commissioners present proclamation, extend burn ban
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DeWitt County Commissioners adopted a resolution proclaiming the week of Feb. 28 as DeWitt County Youth Livestock Show Week.“We are recognizing the value of the 4-H and FFA members participating in the Cuero Livestock Show,” Judge Daryl Fowler said.
Thursday, February 26, 2026
LHD board hears Gulf Bend Center presentation
Jimmy Appelt
The Lavaca Hospital District Board of Directors met in a regular meeting Monday evening and heard a presentation on the Gulf Bend Center of Victoria.Gulf Bend Center executive director Jeff Tunnell spoke to the board informing them of what the center provides for its patients.
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Measles once again on upswing across Texas
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Measles, which is a highly contagious virus thought to be eradicated by the turn of the century, is poised to make yet another comeback.
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Council approves Operation Lone Star Grant for HPD
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The Hallettsville City Council approved the submission of an application to the Operation Lone Star Grant Program for the Hallettsville Police Department at the Feb. 17 meeting.
Thursday, February 26, 2026