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Hall of Famer Returns to Schulenburg

48-Year Coaching Vet Tidwell Hired to Lead Lady Horns Hoops Larry Tidwell will return to Schulenburg to coach high school girls basketball. A legend in women’s hoops and a Texas High School Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee in 2021, Tidwell has compiled an overall record of 548-245 as a head coach at both the high school and collegiate level.

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Shorthorns Place 9th at State Golf Tournament

The Schulenburg golf team finished ninth out of the 12 teams at the 2A state golf tournament held this week at Lions Municipal Course in Austin. The Shorthorns shot a two-day 692. Sonora won the team title with a 626.

Softball Playoffs

• Schulenburg’s softball season came to an end last week with a loss to Charlotte in a best-of-three bidistrict playoff series. The Lady Horns lost 10-0 and 5-1. Kinley Tillery pitched a complete game in both contests for the Lady Horns. Hailey Kahlden scored the long run for Schulenburg in the second game. The loss brings an end to the coaching career of Gilbert Price, who is retiring this…

Tucker and Mihatsch Advancing to Regionals

The La Grange varsity tennis team competed at the District Tournament in Caldwell on April 25 and 26: The Mixed Doubles team of Phoebe Tucker/Gage Mihatsch won 2nd place to advance to Regionals, where they will play Saturday May 11 at Rudder HS in Bryan.

Baseball Playoffs

The La Grange baseball team (12-13) will face Houston Furr (14-1) in a one-game bidistrict playoff series, set for Thursday, May 2 at 5:30 p.m. in Montgomery. The winner of this series advances to face the Georgetown Gateway/Salado winner in the second round of the 4A playoffs.

Alyssa Liccioni a Powerful Force for Lady Leps Softball

Alyssa Liccioni, is a senior star for the La Grange softball team. As a pitcher, she leads the team in innings pitched, strikeouts and ERA. At the plate she’s hitting .329 and knocked a inside-the-park home run in last week’s playoff opener.

Athlete of the week

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LGPD Responds to Missing Child Call

La Grange Police Chief David Gilbreath reports on the following incidents his department responded to during the week of March 17-24. Missing Child On March 22, Maxwell was dispatched to the 500 block of W.

La Grange Senior Citizens Group Meets, Hears From New City Manager

The La Grange Senior Citizen Activity Center, Inc. held their spring meeting and luncheon on Thursday, April 25, at the City of La Grange Randolph Recreation Center. President Phil Oestreich welcomed the group and had an opening prayer. The group then pledged allegiance to the American and Texas flags. Secretary Helen Oestreich read the minutes of previous meetings and Treasurer Marilyn Strmiska…

Smith-McMillan DAR Chapter Awards Local Scholarships

The local Smith-McMillan Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, have awarded $3,500 in scholarships to three area 2024 high school graduates. The winner of the Shirley K.

Retired FBI Special Agent Returns to RT Family Library

OP News The Round Top Family Library FYI presents David Smith on Thursday, May 16 at 7 p.m., back by popular demand. After eight years as an Airborne Ranger in the US Army, David spent a career as an FBI Special Agent investigating various violations of federal law, including domestic terrorism.

FLHS Spring Thing Slated May 8

W Faith Lutheran High School in Warda will present “The Spring Thing.” This is a showcase of the students’ work in the fine arts department, including vocal, instrumental and handbell pieces. Everyone is invited to join them on Wednesday, May 8 at 7 p.m.

Fayetteville’s Emily Keilers Going to State in Ready Writing

Here are results from Fayetteville High School’s regional UIL academic meet: Ready Writing: 3rd - Emily Keilers, STATE Qualifier5th - Kayme Schley, State alternate

La Grange Weather Report

Week ending April 26, 2024 Week’s high April 24.......................................................... 83 Degrees Week’s min.

Locals Win District Fire Poster Titles

CDA No. 1962 has 58th Anniversary Family Dinner, Awards and Presentations

The Annual Family Dinner and 58th Anniversary of Court Annunciation No. 1962 of La Grange, Catholic Daughters of the Americas (CDA), took place on Sunday, April 14, at the La Grange KC Community Center. The social hour began at 3:30 p.m. followed by the Welcome given by Mistress of Ceremonies, Regent Shirley Antosh. She invited everyone “to reflect upon your gifts to help serve our Lord, our…

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Shelter Took In 51 Animals Last Week

As of April 20, the total intake for the Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter is 503: 249 dogs and 254 cats in need. As of April 20, the shelter has 95 animals in care: 71 dogs/24 cats. This number includes animals in the facility, in foster care for medical, waiting on available space, or awaiting transport to rescue partner.