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September a hot, dry month

News Staff
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
September became the year’s driest month with just 0.37 of an inch falling on six days. Many above normal high temperatures also added to the building drought in the area. No measurable precip has fallen since Sept. 18th when 0.03 of an inch was recorded.Rainfall records include 15.

HVFD answers to fires

Jimmy Appelt
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
The Hallettsville Volunteer Fire Department answered to a couple of fires this past week with one involving a grass fire and the other a tractor.According to a report from HVFD chief Stephen Grahmann, HVFD was called to a fire on Thursday, Oct. 3 around 6:45 p.m.
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Celebrating community

News Staff
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Hallettsville joined 410 Texas cities on Tuesday, October 1st. Texas had the largest participation of cities in the event.National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.

Hallettsville Bond Part Four

Jimmy Appelt
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
A small group of Hallettsville Independent School District voters attended last Wednesday evening’s (Oct. 2) town hall meeting regarding the bond proposed by the district concerning the construction of a new gymnasium/multi-purpose facility.
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Moulton Chamber of Commerce interested in park improvements

News Staff
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
The Moulton City Council continued its ongoing discussion about potential improvements to the park at the Sept. 10 meeting.The Moulton Chamber of Commerce is interested in assisting in the park improvement project. Chamber President Anna Bartos attended the council meeting speaking on this.
Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 6 through 12 and this year’s theme is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you”. The week focuses on educating people about having workable smoke alarms in the home. Seated and signing the proclamation is Hallettsville mayor Alice Summers with Hallettsville Volunteer Fire Department chief Stephen Grahmann present for the signing. Photo by Jimmy Appelt

Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 6 through 12 and this year’s theme is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you”. The week focuses on educating people about having workable smoke alarms in the home. Seated and signing the proclamation is Hallettsville mayor Alice Summers with Hallettsville Volunteer Fire Department chief Stephen Grahmann present for the signing. Photo by Jimmy Appelt

Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 6-12

Jimmy Appelt
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 6-12 and this year’s theme is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you”.The Hallettsville Volunteer Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) in promoting the week.
At the Monday, Sept. 23 Commissioners’ Court meeting, the court approved a proclamation designating Tuesday, Oct. 1 as Kids’ Health Party in the county. Front from left are Natalie Knesek, Deedra Lahodny and Jennifer Steffek. Back row from left is the commissioners’ court including commissioners Dennis W. Kocian, Kenny Siegel, County Judge Keith Mudd and commissioners Wayne Faircloth and Edward Pustka. Photo by Jimmy Appelt

At the Monday, Sept. 23 Commissioners’ Court meeting, the court approved a proclamation designating Tuesday, Oct. 1 as Kids’ Health Party in the county. Front from left are Natalie Knesek, Deedra Lahodny and Jennifer Steffek. Back row from left is the commissioners’ court including commissioners Dennis W. Kocian, Kenny Siegel, County Judge Keith Mudd and commissioners Wayne Faircloth and Edward Pustka. Photo by Jimmy Appelt

National 4-H Week, Oct. 6-12

Jimmy Appelt
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
At the Monday, Sept. 23 Lavaca County Commissioners’ Court meeting, the court approved a proclamation designating Oct. 6 through 12 as National 4-H Week in Texas.
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