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1.) I HAVE THE TOWER! When Gustave Eiffel first proposed his design for a massive, towering steel structure in the heart of Paris, many thought he had lost his mind. Critics sneered that it was an eyesore, while others feared that it wouldn’t even be able to stand upright. But Eiffel persisted, and 1889, his tower was opened to the public. Today, it is an iconic symbol of the city of love—and a testament to the power of bold ideas.

1.) I HAVE THE TOWER! When Gustave Eiffel first proposed his design for a massive, towering steel structure in the heart of Paris, many thought he had lost his mind. Critics sneered that it was an eyesore, while others feared that it wouldn’t even be able to stand upright. But Eiffel persisted, and 1889, his tower was opened to the public. Today, it is an iconic symbol of the city of love—and a testament to the power of bold ideas.

A dozen weird ideas that actually became a thing

Bobby Horecka
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Let’s face it, we’re all a little bit weird, but just think how weird we might’ve seemed just 50 or even 100 years prior, with all our smart phones and electric-powered air fryers.
The Feb. 27 event features all local authors.

The Feb. 27 event features all local authors.

Yoakum library hosts an evening with the authors

Bobby Horecka
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Those who appreciate getting to know the people behind the words they read won’t want to miss this special evening with the authors planned 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 27, at the City of Yoakum’s Carl & Mary Welhausen Library that’s been billed an evening of “Interesting People with an Incredible talent.

Council reallocates funds for city improvements

News Staff
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
The Yoakum City Council has approved the reallocation of funds from the American Recovery Plan Act for capital expenses on street improvement projects at the Feb. 13 meeting. “(There is) a list of 11 streets in town that desperately need leveling up,” former City Manager William Linn said.

Early primary voting has started

Jimmy Appelt
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Early voting by personal appearance started Tuesday, Feb. 20 in the Democrat and Republican party primaries.According to interim election administrator Tenia Hudson all early voting is held at Lavaca County Courthouse Annex located at 412 N. Texana St. in Hallettsville.Voting hours are from 8 a.m.
contributed photo

contributed photo

Leap Year— a brief history

News Staff
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
It started all the way back in 45 B.C. According to an article by National Geographic, Julius Caesar propelled the use of the Leap Year calendar, with help from his astronomer buddy, Sosigenes of Alexandria. Caesar was influenced to start the Leap Year calendar during his time in Egypt.

Local filings period ended on Feb. 16

Jimmy Appelt
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
The deadline for candidates filing to run for positions on the Hallettsville ISD Board of Trustees, the Hallettsville City Council and the Lavaca Hospital District Board of Directors ended this past Friday, Feb. 16 with each entity reporting candidates who have filed.
Lion James Reeves, an Air Force veteran who served in the Middle East after the Gulf War, helps place flags around town.

Lion James Reeves, an Air Force veteran who served in the Middle East after the Gulf War, helps place flags around town.

Lions’ ‘Flags Over Hallettsville’ makes its first rounds of 2024

News Staff
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
For the past few years, the Hallettsville Lions Club has undertaken a project called “Flags Over Hallettsville.” The project involves the club taking subscriptions from Hallettsville residents to have a U.S.
Johnna Neskora

Johnna Neskora

Moulton native lands on The Price is Right

News Staff
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
A Moulton native had the opportunity to appear on The Price is Right on Jan. 3. Johnna Neskora won $50,000 and an outdoor kit at the show.This isn’t the first time Neskora was on a game show.
Pictured from the left: Gabe Adamek; Sandy Machacek; Diane McCommas; Elaine Berkovsky; Don G. Kaspar Foundation—Joe Patek Award, accepted by David Ehrig, who is Director of the Foundation, and Josh Kaspar, who presented the awards.

Pictured from the left: Gabe Adamek; Sandy Machacek; Diane McCommas; Elaine Berkovsky; Don G. Kaspar Foundation—Joe Patek Award, accepted by David Ehrig, who is Director of the Foundation, and Josh Kaspar, who presented the awards.

2023 Shiner Gaslight Theatre award winners

News Staff
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
The Shiner Gaslight Board of Directors is proud to announce the 2023 award winners for exceptional service.
Pictured are, front row, left to right, Wesley Miller (Patriot’s Pen Essay, 2nd place, Shiner Catholic School), Mallory Johnson (Patriot’s Pen Essay, 3rd place, Shiner Jr. High), Dannica Beinhauer (Patriot’s Pen Essay, 2nd place, Shiner Jr. High), Julia Barecky (VOD, 1st place, St. Paul HS) and Kenley Wyant (Patriot’s Pen Essay, 2nd place, Shiner Catholic School); back row, left to right, David Muehlstein (VFW), Dallyn Pesek (VOD, 2nd place, St. Paul HS), Callie Chrismon (VOD 1st place, Shiner HS), Thomas K

Pictured are, front row, left to right, Wesley Miller (Patriot’s Pen Essay, 2nd place, Shiner Catholic School), Mallory Johnson (Patriot’s Pen Essay, 3rd place, Shiner Jr. High), Dannica Beinhauer (Patriot’s Pen Essay, 2nd place, Shiner Jr. High), Julia Barecky (VOD, 1st place, St. Paul HS) and Kenley Wyant (Patriot’s Pen Essay, 2nd place, Shiner Catholic School); back row, left to right, David Muehlstein (VFW), Dallyn Pesek (VOD, 2nd place, St. Paul HS), Callie Chrismon (VOD 1st place, Shiner HS), Thomas K

Shiner VFW Post 6209 and Auxiliary holds Awards Program

News Staff
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
VFW Post 6209 and Auxiliary presented certificates and monetary gifts to winners of the VFW sponsored Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen programs. These programs encourage students with the unique opportunity to express themselves regarding a democratic and patriotic-themed essay.  
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