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Hallettsville’s Statue of Liberty was one of just two Lady Liberty miniatures found in the Lone Star State as of 2018, though a couple more have gone up in East Texas since. Still, she has almost as many visitors here in Hallettsville as those who swing by to see our historic courthouse over the course of a year, believe it or not.

Hallettsville’s Statue of Liberty was one of just two Lady Liberty miniatures found in the Lone Star State as of 2018, though a couple more have gone up in East Texas since. Still, she has almost as many visitors here in Hallettsville as those who swing by to see our historic courthouse over the course of a year, believe it or not.

What’s pointy and green and looks like it belongs in a New York harbor someplace?

Bobby Horecka
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
If you happen to take U.S. Highway 90-A through Lavaca County, you’ll likely drive right past this less-than-usual sight on Hallettsville’s western edge as you’re headed out of town. See her over there, just to your left, right next to the USDA and Farm Service Agency offices?
Alice Jo Summers will stay as mayor, voters decided Saturday.

Alice Jo Summers will stay as mayor, voters decided Saturday.

Hallettsville voters keep Summers as mayor

Bobby Horecka
Saturday, May 6, 2023
Alice Jo Summers will retain her role as mayor of Hallettsville, voters decided Saturday. Summers faced a three-way race for the city’s top elected position, with challenges coming from councilwoman and mayor pro-tem Cindy Renken and Hallettsville resident Gordon C. Clark.
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Newspaper Staffers honored by Hallettsville ISD

News Staff
Monday, April 24, 2023
Hallettsville Tribune-Herald’s Senior Staff Writer Jimmy Appelt and Sports Editor Chuck Grafe were both honored by the Hallettsville Independent School District with the Stand Up for Public Schools Awards for their outstanding coverage of the local school district at last week’s monthly meeting of...
Art by Michelle Price.

Art by Michelle Price.

Lavaca County News Review Podcast

Murray Montgomery
Friday, April 14, 2023
A new podcast episode will be published every Thursday - the link to each new episode will be published every Thursday on all our papers Facebook pages. We hope you will enjoy this podcast and share it. We look forward to having you join us.
Christmas 2022 - Photo by Murray Montgomery

Christmas 2022 - Photo by Murray Montgomery

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The Grand Old Lady On The Square

Murray Montgomery
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
During the Christmas season, when it sparkles with decorative lights, you can see the old structure for miles; a shining beacon from the past, and yet the splendid old courthouse is still serving the people of Lavaca County, Texas.
Jules Janak pulls down a rebound in the second quarter of the district game against Bulverde Bracken Christian School here Thursday. Jules had 7 rebounds and 3 steals in the win. Chuck Grafe/Tribune-Herald

Jules Janak pulls down a rebound in the second quarter of the district game against Bulverde Bracken Christian School here Thursday. Jules had 7 rebounds and 3 steals in the win. Chuck Grafe/Tribune-Herald

Indianettes in lopsided win over Bracken Chrn.

Chuck Grafe
Monday, February 6, 2023
By Chuck Grafe Sports Editor There are not many more adjectives left to describe the Sacred Heart Indianettes. The Indianettes cruised to another district victory in a 49-5 rout of Bulverde Bracken Christian School here Thursday night.
Jeannette Henke was named the 2022 Citizen of the Year at the 91st Annual Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture Banquet held Wednesday, Jan. 25. In addition, Mary Ann Defibaugh was recognized with this year’s Hospitality Award. From left are Defibaugh CCA president Shirley Rothbauer and Henke. Photo by Jimmy Appelt

Jeannette Henke was named the 2022 Citizen of the Year at the 91st Annual Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture Banquet held Wednesday, Jan. 25. In addition, Mary Ann Defibaugh was recognized with this year’s Hospitality Award. From left are Defibaugh CCA president Shirley Rothbauer and Henke. Photo by Jimmy Appelt

Henke named CCA Citizen of the Year; Defibaugh – Hospitality

Jimmy Appelt
Monday, February 6, 2023
The 91st Annual Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce and Agricultural Banquet was held Wednesday evening, Jan. 25 with Jeanette Henke named the 2022 Citizen of the Year.  Henke, was recognized by CCA treasurer Barb Koehn.
Image at the top of Hallettsville's Jan. 4 front page: Keith Mudd accepts his oath of office on Jan. 1.

Image at the top of Hallettsville's Jan. 4 front page: Keith Mudd accepts his oath of office on Jan. 1.

Keith Mudd sworn in as Lavaca County Judge

Bobby Horecka
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
Several new officials were sworn in during a morning ceremony Sunday, Jan. 1 at the Lavaca County Courthouse in Hallettsville. Wayne Faircloth accepts his oaths as Lavaca County Precinct 2 County Commissioner.
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Powering Up the Pool 

Bobby Horecka
Saturday, November 12, 2022
GVEC recently donated a $20,000 Power Up Grant to the Lavaca Swimming Pool to help the local nonprofit wrap up its construction of its splash pad water park addition at the local swimming pool as well as make a few other improvements around the historic complex.
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Dinosaurs & Snakes & Lizards… OH MY!

Bobby Horecka
Saturday, November 12, 2022
It’s no secret that there are some truly exquisite artists in attendance at each of the quarterly Hallettsville Market Days.  Some of the country’s top-rated juried art shows seem to think so, anyway.
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