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Court ratifies burn ban order

Jimmy Appelt
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
The Lavaca County Commissioners’ Court met in a brief special-called meeting Monday morning and ratified the burn ban order installed by County Judge Keith Mudd on March 30.
At the Monday, March 23 Lavaca County Commissioners’ Court meeting, the court approved a proclamation designating Sunday, April 12 as Hallettsville Methodist Church Day. Attending the meeting were church members front from left, who include Jennifer (Jen) Henderson, Denise Roberts, Rev. Patrick Melton, Nancy Fuhrken, Landra Immenhauser, and Fred Meek. Back row from left are commissioners Dennis W. Kocian, Kenny Siegel, County Judge Keith Mudd and commissioners Wayne Faircloth and Edward Pustka.

At the Monday, March 23 Lavaca County Commissioners’ Court meeting, the court approved a proclamation designating Sunday, April 12 as Hallettsville Methodist Church Day. Attending the meeting were church members front from left, who include Jennifer (Jen) Henderson, Denise Roberts, Rev. Patrick Melton, Nancy Fuhrken, Landra Immenhauser, and Fred Meek. Back row from left are commissioners Dennis W. Kocian, Kenny Siegel, County Judge Keith Mudd and commissioners Wayne Faircloth and Edward Pustka.

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Hallettsville Methodist Church to celebrate 175 year anniversary

Jimmy Appelt
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Founded in 1861, the Hallettsville Methodist Church has reached a milestone as it celebrates its 175th anniversary this year.
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Two perish in Hwy. 77 crash

Jimmy Appelt
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
A two-vehicle collision Thursday evening, resulted in both drivers losing their lives in the accident.According to a report from Texas Department of Public Safety spokesman Sgt. Ruben San Miguel, the fatal crash occurred at approximately 7:34 p.m. on Highway 77, north of Lavaca County Road 240.
Citizen of the Year Award was presented to Councilman Adam Nieto.

Citizen of the Year Award was presented to Councilman Adam Nieto.

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Chamber President Highlights Unity and Selfless Service at 77th Awards Banquet

News Staff
Thursday, April 2, 2026
The Moulton Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 77th annual Chamber Awards Banquet last Wednesday at George’s Hall.Prominent members of the community, including City Council members and first responders, were in attendance as well as citizens who support the Chamber.
Pictured are students helping with the Yoakum High School's Beautification Project. The project is currently under phase four which includes sprucing up the dead space in the interior grounds of Yoakum High School. Contributed photos.

Pictured are students helping with the Yoakum High School's Beautification Project. The project is currently under phase four which includes sprucing up the dead space in the interior grounds of Yoakum High School. Contributed photos.

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YHS Student Council enters Phase Four of Beautification Project

News Staff
Thursday, April 2, 2026
The Yoakum High School Student Council has been making some strides in their ongoing Beautification Project that they’ve been working on for the past three years.They are now on Phase Four of the project, which will be the completion of the project.
Formed in November 2002, the band started with five musicians, but have since expanded to six talented members. From left are James Marek, Mayo Walker, Brian Svetlik, Mark Hermes, Brian Klekar, and Eugene Klekar. Hermes, Svetlik and Brian Klekar are original members. Contributed photo

Formed in November 2002, the band started with five musicians, but have since expanded to six talented members. From left are James Marek, Mayo Walker, Brian Svetlik, Mark Hermes, Brian Klekar, and Eugene Klekar. Hermes, Svetlik and Brian Klekar are original members. Contributed photo

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Czechaholics inducted into South Texas Polka Hall of Fame

Jimmy Appelt
Thursday, April 2, 2026
A popular area polka band, The Czechaholics, were honored last Sunday, March 22 by being inducted into the South Texas Polka Hall of Fame.Taking place during the 45th annual South Texas Polka and Sausage Fest, this was the eight induction HOF ceremonies held during the event.

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Burn ban goes into effect

Jimmy Appelt
Thursday, April 2, 2026
With the Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) average for Lavaca County having risen over the past weeks and current weather conditions creating a potential for wildfires, County Judge Keith Mudd issued an executive order Monday morning, March 30 calling for a burn ban for the county.
PHOTO CREDIT AUSTIN AMERICAN STATESMAN

PHOTO CREDIT AUSTIN AMERICAN STATESMAN

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Hallettsville has new municipal court judge

Jimmy Appelt
Thursday, April 2, 2026
The City of Hallettsville wishes to announce Yvonne Michelle Williams has been appointed as its new Municipal Court Judge.Williams, a native of Hallettsville, was sworn in and held her first court on March 24.
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