Lavaca County EMS responded to a two vehicle crash on State Highway 95 on FM 958 last Thursday afternoon leaving  one person to the hospital for minor injuries. Photos by Wayne Denson.

Lavaca County EMS responded to a two vehicle crash on State Highway 95 on FM 958 last Thursday afternoon leaving one person to the hospital for minor injuries. Photos by Wayne Denson.

The Lavaca County EMS responded to a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 95 on FM 958 last Thursday afternoon.A black 2011 Hyundai driven by Cinthia Rodriguez Chow was traveling on South SH95 and she passed another vehicle driving southbound. A white 2017 Honda SUV driven by Peggy Malinovsky was…
A paltry total of two-tenths of an inch of rain made September the driest month this year. The lack of rain was aided by hot temperatures reaching triple digit marks on several days. The hottest temp of 103 was hit on the second.The rain total was far below normal adding little to the year’s total…
The American Red Cross in conjunction with American Legion Post 230 is hosting a blood drive Saturday, Oct. 24 starting at 9 a.m.The blood drive will last roughly around five hours and will be located at the American Legion Event Hall on 107 E. Park St., Hallettsville.Those wanting to schedule…
The Shiner Pilot Club is inviting all to attend its 3rd annual “Do What You Love to End Alzheimer’s” walk this Saturday, Oct. 10.The one-mile walk will begin at the Spoetzl Brewery at 8:30 a.m. Walkers will continue on to Welhausen Park and back. The day will start off the day with a prayer and…
As we celebrate National 4-H Week, it’s important to take a look at the origin of 4-H and how it has impacted many today.For more than a century, 4-H has influenced a generation of young people, evolving from its early roots in cornfields and classrooms into one of the nation’s largest youth…
It may be October but the threat of a hurricane has reared up in the Gulf of America and the National Hurricane Center believes the chance of it developing into a tropical depression at 70 percent in the next seven days.Lavaca County Emergency Management officials are watching the updates on the…
From left, Jeremy Barrowman, Heather Pavliska Miears, Justice Silgero, Tommy Tumis and Bradley Tumis.  Photo by Chuck Grafe

From left, Jeremy Barrowman, Heather Pavliska Miears, Justice Silgero, Tommy Tumis and Bradley Tumis. Photo by Chuck Grafe

After 74 years in business, Tumis Tire & Auto a.k.a. Tumis Exxon is under new ownership.The business will now be known as Silgero’s Tire & Auto.“My dad (George) opened in 1952 and I took over in 1982,” Tommy Tumis said. “ I kept it for 35 years until my son Bradley took over nine years ago.…
The deadline for registering to vote in the November general election ended Monday and early voting begins Monday, Oct. 19.According to the Lavaca County election administrator’s office, voters will have 12 days to vote early with all voting taking place at the Lavaca County Annex located at 412 N.…
The burn ban issued at the Aug. 10 commissioners’ court meeting in accordance to a press release from the Lavaca County judge’s office now lifted.In an executive order from Lavaca County judge Keith Mudd the burn ban was lifted on Monday morning, Oct. 5).Judge Mudd, who was granted authority to…
The annual Alton C. Allen Historical Conference is set for Saturday, Oct. 17 and will be held at the St. Peter Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall in Hallettsville.This year’s theme for the conference is Ghost Towns and Buried Treasure.The Lavaca County Historical Commission (LCHC) has lined a list of…
Photo by Nicole Smith

Photo by Nicole Smith

Much needed rain was a welcome sight in South Texas, even if it put a damper on the Luling-Hallettsville football game. Lightning delays, schedule changes and a postponed kickoff eventually moved the game to an early Friday afternoon start.By game time, puddles still remained around the stadium,…
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Chris Ulcak takes the oath to serve  as the Lavaca County Pct. 2 Justice  of Peace at the Tuesday, Sept. 15  commissioners’ court meeting. Coun ty Judge Keith Mudd conducted the  swearing-in ceremonies. Photo by  Jimmy Appelt

Chris Ulcak takes the oath to serve as the Lavaca County Pct. 2 Justice of Peace at the Tuesday, Sept. 15 commissioners’ court meeting. Coun ty Judge Keith Mudd conducted the swearing-in ceremonies. Photo by Jimmy Appelt

Ulcak sworn-in as Pct. 2 Justice of the Peace

The Lavaca County Commissioners’ Court met on Tuesday, Sept. 15 with Chris Ulcak being sworn in as...
Photos by Michelle Price and Ani Zak

Photos by Michelle Price and Ani Zak

The Door to Hope

It seems pretty accurate to say that most people find themselves in moments or places they never...
Lavaca County EMS responded to a two vehicle crash on State Highway 95 on FM 958 last Thursday afternoon leaving  one person to the hospital for minor injuries. Photos by Wayne Denson.

Lavaca County EMS responded to a two vehicle crash on State Highway 95 on FM 958 last Thursday afternoon leaving one person to the hospital for minor injuries. Photos by Wayne Denson.

Two vehicle accident leaves one injured

The Lavaca County EMS responded to a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 95 on FM 958 last Thursday afternoon.A black 2011 Hyundai driven by Cinthia Rodriguez Chow was traveling on South SH95 and she passed another vehicle driving southbound.

Indians drop Dist. opener

TEMPLE – Sacred Heart dropped its district opener to Temple Central Texas Christian 33-12 Friday...
Photo by Chuck Grafe Piper Hawkins (15) had eight kills in the victory over Houston Baptist.

Photo by Chuck Grafe Piper Hawkins (15) had eight kills in the victory over Houston Baptist.

Indianettes gain two district victories

Sacred Heart bounced back from its loss to St. Paul by winning two TAPPS District 5 Division 4...
Photo by Chuck Grafe Lamere Barnett scores on a 1-yard run in the second quarter.

Photo by Chuck Grafe Lamere Barnett scores on a 1-yard run in the second quarter.

Brahmas take homecoming win over Luling

The Hallettsville Brahmas scored at will in a 57-7 Homecoming victory over the hapless Luling...
Photo credit Janice Hanslik shared by Brandy Lea

Photo credit Janice Hanslik shared by Brandy Lea

A World Without Dolly

There are two things in life a person cannot escape from, taxes and death.
Jimmy Welfel Sr.

Jimmy Welfel Sr.

Jimmy Welfel Sr.

Jimmy Joseph Welfel, Sr., 87, of Shiner, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 19, 2026. 

Martin Goetz

Martin Otto Goetz, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. 
Ira Smith

Ira Smith

Ira Smith DVM

Ira Leon Smith, 84, of Moulton, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away...
Joe Kalina

Joe Kalina

Joe Kalina

Joseph “Joe” Louis Kalina, 80, of Shiner, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.