Christmas

Lavaca County youth join forces this Christmas

For the second year in a row, the youth of the Shiner Royal Court, Hallettsville Royal Court, and the Moulton Youth Ambassadors are gearing up for Deputy Santa.These groups will collect gifts for newborns to ten-year-olds and senior citizens.

Traditions of St Traditions of St. Nicholas

Saint Nicholas Day, also called the Feast of Saint Nicholas, is observed on Dec. 6.In the European countries of Germany and Poland, boys have traditionally dressed as bishops and begged alms for the poor.

“Christmas on the Grand” sneak peak

Christmas on the Grand Committee and the Yoakum Area Chamber of Commerce (YACC) are preparing for the most wonderful event of the season.The festivities will be 4- 8 p.m. Friday, Dec.

Tips for Christmas gift buying safety

Unbelievingly the Christmas season is here, which means the gift-buying season is here as well.With that in mind, the traditional Black Friday that is held on the day after Thanksgiving still takes place, but stores have already started their Black Friday sales.

Crime Stoppers supporting Deputy Santa program

The Lavaca County Crime Stoppers, Inc. will be sponsoring the Deputy Santa program this Christmas season that is available for children up to 10 years of age.Sign up to participate in the program begins Monday, Nov. 25 and will be held through Friday, Dec. 6.

Annual Festival Of Lights event Saturday

A tradition that started in 1996 through the efforts of Daniel and Anna Klekar along with Sandra Migl, Keeve Sommer and Msgr.

Festival Of Lights set for Saturday, Nov. 30

The annual Festival of Lights celebration will take place Saturday, Nov. 30 on the Courthouse Square in downtown Hallettsville.The day will begin with artisan, food and drink vendors opening from noon to 6 p.m. and during the same time music will be provided by Doc Welby and Chris Rybak.

How to sustainably dispose of a real Christmas tree

For many people, nothing can compare to the smell, look and ambience of a real Christmas tree. And when the holidays are over, there are several eco-friendly ways to dispose of or recycle that ornamental piece of holiday tradition.

Purchasing real Texas Christmas trees boosts economy

More than 4 million real Christmas trees are sold annually in Texas, supporting farms and agriculture businesses throughout the state. As the holiday season nears, Texas A&M Forest Service encourages purchasing real Christmas trees to help boost the Texas economy.

Shiner Heritage Quilters Guild host Christmas Party

Shiner Heritage Quilters Guild enjoyed a festive Christmas party on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at the Shiner Methodist Church Fellowship Hall.  A delicious meal was catered by Werner’s Restaurant.  Members provided an array of desserts.