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Homecoming week in full swing

News Staff

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

It’s time once again for what they call “the most spirited week” of the year at Moulton High School. That’s right: Homecoming is upon us. It’s the perfect time to make unforgettable memories with friends. Homecoming night will be Friday, Dec. 15.

Pictured are Yoakum High School students helping to level rocks on school grounds. Contributed photo.

YHS StuCo begins beautification project

News Staff

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

The Student Council Environment and Energy Committee began a community-wide campaign back in September to begin beautifying the high school.

Banquet set for Jan. 25, 2024

News Staff

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

The Yoakum Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Banquet will be held Jan. 25, 2024 at the Yoakum Community Center. This year’s banquet theme is Kentucky Derby and we will feature real casino games, such as Blackjack, Roulette, and Craps tables during happy hour.

Christmas on Grand 2023 was an enjoyable event where the residents of Yoakum kicked-off the holiday season. Children had fun playing in the snow, visiting with Santa, watching the lights come on the town Christmas tree, and experiencing the sights of the lighted Christmas parade. For more photos, see the Dec.13 issue. Photos courtesy of Raymond Rosas.

Christmas on Grand

News Staff

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

The winners of Christmas on Grand Parade 2023 included Best of Show, Shiner Chamber of Commerce; Best Use of Lights, River of Life Church; Most Lights, Yoakum National Bank; Best Hometown, Yoakum Heritage Museum and Most Original Use of Lights, Yorktown Chamber of Commerce, Parade Marshall’s...

William Linn named new city manager

News Staff

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

After meeting briefly in executive session at the Thursday, Nov. 30, special called meeting of the Yoakum city council, aldermen reconvened in open session to announce the hiring of new city manager William Linn. “We had a pool of 21 applicants.

Ring in the Holidays with Texas State Parks

News Staff

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Texas State Parks is kicking off the holiday season with close to 100 special seasonal activities happening across the state. Visitors of all ages can enjoy themed guided walks, crafting events, educational opportunities and more.

Big Bend Black Bear - Photo by National Park Service

Texans encouraged to practice bear safety

News Staff

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

With winter quickly approaching, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) encourages residents in the western, southwestern and northeastern portions of Texas to practice appropriate bear safety measures and report sightings.

RACA Program adds new sites for public fishing

News Staff

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) expanded public fishing and paddling opportunities on the Brazos and Colorado rivers thanks to three new leased river access sites through the River Access and Conservation Area (RACA) program.

Rev. Patrick Melton, guest speaker LCRSP meeting

News Staff

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Rev. Patrick Melton, Hallettsville Methodist Church Pastor, will be the guest speaker at the Dec. 12 meeting of the Lavaca County Retired School Personnel. The meeting begins at 9:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 206 S. Dowling, in Hallettsville.

Shiner celebrates inaugural tree lighting festival

News Staff

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

The City of Shiner held its first community Christmas tree lighting festival on Dec. 2. The event kicked off with a visit from Santa for the kids. There were arts and crafts for the children to take part in, right after they spoke to Santa.

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