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Library looks forward to summer reading program

The Carl and Mary Welhausen Library is preparing for its summer programs to include all ages of children and adults.Registration for the reading program begins on Thursday, May 22 and ends on Friday, June 13. Age groups include: 0-8, 9-17, and 18 and older.

Council amends animal ordinance

The Yoakum City Council amended an ordinance regarding livestock and fowl at the May 13 meeting.The previous ordinance allowed for 20 fowl in the city limits.

YHS commencement exercises set for Friday

The commencement exercise for the Yoakum High School (YHS) Class of 2025 will be held on May 23 beginning at 8 p.m. at Bulldog Stadium. The program will start with the processional, National Anthem, and the Pledge of Allegiance.

HHS conducts scholarship reception

Fifty-four Hallettsville High School graduating seniors were awarded scholarships at the annual scholarship reception held Monday evening, May 5.

Armed Forces Day: Paying tribute to those who currently serve

Armed Forces Day is a day when Americans honor and thank the men and women who currently serve in the U.S. military.The day was established to recognize the dedication, sacrifice, and patriotism of those who serve, and to promote unity among the different military branches.

Memorial Day is Monday — A day to salute those who died serving our country

Memorial Day is Monday. It’s a day marked where American citizens honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice in service for our country.

Berckenhoff set to retire from Ezzell ISD

Lisa Berckenhoff was recently recognized and congratulated on her upcoming retirement during the Region 3 School Board Conference held Wednesday, May 16, in Victoria.

Memorial Day ceremonies to be held Monday

The Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 870, the Lavaca Memorial Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6382 and the American Legion Hudgeon’s Post 230 will host Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday, May 26 at the Sacred Heart Family Center located on S. Glendale St. in Hallettsville.

Sacred Heart Spring Parish Picnic Sunday

The annual Sacred Heart Parish Spring picnic is Sunday, with all activities taking place at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Hallettsville.

Monday morning accident in front of Hoffer’s Drive In

A two vehicle accident in front of Hoffer’s Drive In on Monday morning sent two individuals to the hospital with minor injuries.According to a report from the Hallettsville Police Department, the accident took place around 7:55 a.m. on Monday in the 100 block of W. Fairwinds.