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Pope Francis succumbs to illness

The leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis, passed away this past Monday after battling health issues that led to him having a stroke and heart failure.Pope Francis was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio on Dec. 17, 1936 and was elected the 266th pope on March 13, 2013.

It’s time to resin up the bow

Fiddlers from around the state will resin up the bow this weekend as they compete in the 54th annual Fiddlers Frolics that will take place at the Hallettsville Knights of Columbus Hall.

New restaurant chains coming to Hallettsville

The City of Hallettsville will be getting some new restaurant chains coming soon.The first restaurant chain coming to town is McDonalds. The City Administrator Grace Ward, and Mayor Alice Summers recently had a meet and greet with the owners.

YISD hears presentation from band director; gives construction updates

The Yoakum Independent School District heard a presentation on the upcoming marching band show set for the Fall season at the April 14 meeting. Band Director Mario Morales spoke about the show being a Latin theme.The show is called “Mi Corazon.

Court hears report from Sheriff Greenwell

The Lavaca County Commissioners’ Court met in a regular meeting last Monday morning hearing from Sheriff Steven Greenwell regarding his first 100 day administration report.

Early voting starts Tuesday in mayor election

Early voting in this year’s Hallettsville City mayor’s election begins Tuesday, April 22.Eligible voters in the city of Hallettsville can vote early through Friday, April 25, and also on Monday and Tuesday, April 28-29.Voting hours will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.

HISD board hears thoughts on renovation

The Hallettsville ISD Board of Trustees met in a regular meeting Monday evening hearing from superintendent Dr. Jo Ann Bludau on her thoughts on renovating the restrooms and concession stand at the baseball/softball complex.

Sanctuary City proponents plan to try once more to bring issue before council

Two months have now passed since pro-life leaders first approached Hallettsville city officials about passing local ordinances to become next in Texas to become a Sanctuary City of the Unborn, further solidifying the community’s stance on the practice of abortion and those who help facilitate it.

54th Annual Fiddlers Frolics set for April 25-27

The 54th annual Fiddlers Frolics will take place April 25-27, with top entertainers lined up to appear during the weekend.Also, the best fiddler players in Texas, as well as some from out of state, will compete in being the best of the best.Friday, April 25Beginning at 5 p.m.

MISD early voting coming soon

In person early voting for the Moulton Independent School District is coming up soon.Voters wishing to cast their ballot early can vote at the Moulton Community Center located at 102 Veterans Drive, Moulton.Early voting will be held from Tuesday, April 22 through Friday, April 25 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.