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OAKRIDGE – It just keeps getting bigger and better as the Oakridge Volunteer Fire Department opens up its doors to its new fire station for the annual fundraiser on May 4 in Oakridge near Weimar. The chicken fried steak dinner were not the only highlight of the day. Instead of pie in the sky, it was pie in the face as the Oakridge VFD chief and president got a taste of whipped cream. The event was filled with laughter, games, and the thrill of winning, making it a day to remember.

COLUMBUS – The Seniors Together group, both Columbus and Weimar, held a rummage sale for the community. Proceeds go to help fund the activities and other expenses associated with running senior group centers in Colorado County. Seniors Together meet in Columbus and Weimar and plans are in the works to add Eagle Lake to the list. For more information on meeting dates or sponsoring the groups, call 979-733-6610 or email threecrossesministries2014@ gmail.com.

LHS advances five to State UIL Academic Meet

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Open mic poetry nite

COLUMBUS – Grace’s Table is a community meal held once per month. There is no charge. The purpose is for people and families to gather and share a meal, get to know their neighbors, and experience fellowship. Grace’s Table is a ministry of the First United Methodist Church of Columbus, but the church stresses that it is non-denominational and open to the entire community.

Ellinger VFD holds annual fundraiser

COLUMBUS – The Colum- bus Garden Club's Annual Plant & Bake Sale was a grand event

New Ulm Fire Department holds annual fundraiser

LEDBETTER – Lower Colorado River Authority representatives present a $50,000 grant for new rescue gear to the Ledbetter Volunteer Fire Department. The grant is part of LCRA’s Community Development Partnership Program.

The Fayette County Sheriff's Department went all out for Autism Acceptance Month, by partnering with Turtle Wing Foundation to host an awareness campaign, with donations being raised to Sponsor a Deputy for them to receive a special blue Autism Acceptance badge for the month of April.

WEIMAR – the Friends of the Weimar Public Library will present its 3rd Annual Poetry Open Mic Night tonight (Thursday, April 25) at 6:30 p.m. at the City Gazebo in Weimar.

LA GRANGE – Recently, EEA (Extension Education Association) of Austin County, which is a direct part of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, hit the road again on another great adventure. This adventure took them to Fayette County where they explored a host of beautiful quilts at the Texas Quilt Museum. They viewed the shop's winter and spring exhibits.

Kenny Pools cuts ribbons to join chambers

ROUND TOP – The Kids Summer Education and Enrichment program will hold an awesome summer theater program for kids ages 10 and up at the Round Top Family Library in Round Top.

Rice High seniors visit WCJC

Established in 1963, Older Americans Month (OAM) is celebrated every May. Led by a federal agency, the Administration for Community Living (ACL), OAM is a time to recognize older Americans' contributions, highlight ag- ing trends, and reaffirm commit ments to serving the older adults in our communities.