County Judge Keith Mudd

County Judge Keith Mudd

Mudd believes Reeves has raised bar

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At the Monday, Aug. 24 Lavaca County Commissioners’ Court, County Judge Keith Mudd delivered his annual State of the County address.In last week’s part one of his address was published and this week part two will be presented.Lavaca County Attorney/District Attorney’s Office“Lavaca County attorney…
1966 Pontiac GTO – Photo by Murray Montgomery

1966 Pontiac GTO – Photo by Murray Montgomery

Fins, Fenders, and 140 MPH: Remembering the Cars of My Youth

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By Murray Montgomery  -  Staff WriterOnce upon a time, I could just look at a car and tell you the year, make, and model of the vehicle. My memories are mostly of cars produced from the 1950s through the 1970s, but those days are long gone. Nowadays, all the cars look alike to me…

Yoakum ISD sets tax rate, reviews enrollment

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The Yoakum Independent School District (YISD) reviewed enrollment numbers and set the tax rate for the 2026-2027 fiscal year at a special called board meeting which occurred Aug. 31.The tax rate for this year, which was approved, is 1.07055 per $100 of taxable value. Last year’s tax rate was 1…

Yoakum to improve streets, sewer systems

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The City of Yoakum has been making some strides on both their street and sewer improvement projects. “There are several streets we are repaving,” former Yoakum City Manager Michael Mitchell said. “The street project is one we do every summer. It is the number one priority of council. We have…

August heat, dry days bring drought conditions

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Known as a dry month, August dished out a sizable group of triple digit temperatures to make it both the driest and hottest this year.In all, the 100 degree temps showed up on 22 days with the high of 105 degrees coming on the 21st and the 27th.Highs averaged 100.6 degrees (normal is 96.3), while…

Shiner mourns passing of former Animal Control Officer

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The Shiner Animal Control Office and the city of Shiner are mourning the loss of former Animal Control Officer Larry Valis.Valis served the community for many years as an animal control officer before becoming Shiner’s Animal Control Officer. Prior to that, he served 22 years as the Gonzales Animal…

City Manager Mitchell resigns, Matusek takes over

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Yoakum City Manager Michael Mitchell tendered his resignation on Monday, Aug. 24.Yoakum Mayor Carl O’ Neill said this resignation was unexpected and he first learned that he aimed to submit his resignation that day.“His resignation was voluntarily and he wasn’t asked or encouraged to leave,” O’…

Meisetschleager family gears up for 10th annual M+14 barbecue cookoff

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Barbecue cookers can now sign up for the 10th annual Meisetschleager family, or M+14, cookoff happening the weekend of Oct. 10 at the Moulton City Park.What began as a humble tribute to the Meisetschleager family’s parents has turned into so much more.“Our parents were Johnny and Irene…
Dyllan Chrismon

Dyllan Chrismon

Shiner softball: Chrismon plays in six games for Nelson University for 2026 (Web only)

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Shiner 2025grad  Dyllan Chrismon saw action in half a dozen games for Nelson University softball team during the 2026 season.Her first action came in a 10-5 loss to LSU-Alexandria In Pineville, La., Jan. 29 where she pitched 2/3 innings with one walk, three batters faced and 12 pitches. In the…

Abbott halts state flock funding

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Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered Texas state agencies to pause the use of state funds for Flock cameras as scrutiny of the artificial intelligence-powered surveillance system continues to grow.Abbott issued the directive last Thursday night, with his office confirming the order Friday. State agencies…

HISD trustees amend budget, OK amendments

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The Hallettsville ISD Board of Trustees held a brief special called meeting Thurs day morning, Aug. 27 approving a 2025 26 amended budget and adopted those amendments at that meeting. No other actions were taken.Board president Brian Smith presided over the meeting with board members, Sharesce…
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A World Without Dolly

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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
There are two things in life a person cannot escape from, taxes and death.
County Judge Keith Mudd

County Judge Keith Mudd

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Mudd believes Reeves has raised bar

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

At the Monday, Aug. 24 Lavaca County Commissioners’ Court, County Judge Keith Mudd delivered his annual State of the County address.In last week’s part one of his address was published and this week part two will be presented.

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Shiner 3, Lady Brahmas 0

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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
SHINER – The Lady Brahmas let two leads slip away in the first two sets in succumbing to the Shiner...
Photo by Chuck Grafe Piper Hawkins (15) on the attack vs. Boling Friday.

Photo by Chuck Grafe Piper Hawkins (15) on the attack vs. Boling Friday.

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Indianettes take 3 wins in tourney

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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
ALTAIR – The Indianettes won three matches in the Rice Tournament Thursday thru Saturday.
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Obituaries 

Larry Valis

Larry Valis

Larry Valis

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Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Larry Valis, 59, of Shiner, passed away at his home on Thursday, August 20, 2026, surrounded by his...
Ann Winslow Young

Ann Winslow Young

Ann Winslow Young

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Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Ann Winslow Young, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, friend, card player,...
Charlene Oehl

Charlene Oehl

Charlene Oehl

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Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Charlene Marie Oehl, 82, of Shiner, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026.
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