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When public information isn't so public
13+ hour, 30+ min ago (450+ words) Government officials " especially elected ones " work for the people. At least, that's the principle our system is built on. While reporting the criminal charges filed against a local justice of the peace, I've been reminded that obtaining public information isn't…...
Habitat for Humanity offers critical home repair program
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (144+ words) Colorado County Habitat for Humanity is accepting applications for its Critical Home Repairs program, which helps eligible homeowners complete repairs that improve the safety, accessibility and livability of their homes. The program is available to homeowners who are at least…...
Yes, we are worried about the data centers in Austin County.
13+ hour, 26+ min ago (185+ words) We live on Trenckmann Road in Sealy, Texas. A Clean Spark Data Center is being developed about two miles from us on Substation Road where there is already a TESLA Battery Energy Storage System or BESS. Data centers, like Clean…...
WEIMAR VFD PUTS NEW TANKER INTO SERVICE
20+ hour, 21+ min ago (17+ words) Colorado County Citizen WEIMAR VFD PUTS NEW TANKER INTO SERVICE...
FARMERS MARKET
20+ hour, 21+ min ago (83+ words) Colorado County Citizen A large crowd shopped, snacked and socialized at the Saturday, June 27 Columbus Country Market at the Courthouse Square in Columbus. The Country Market takes place on the last Saturday of the month, March through November. Right: Five-year-old…...
Columbus beats Sealy for District Championship
20+ hour, 22+ min ago (383+ words) The Columbus Minor All-Star softball team defeated the Sealy Minor All-Star softball team for the district championship last Tuesday, June 23. Both teams played a great game, but it was Columbus" pitching that once again led them to a 7-3 victory for…...
Young artists explore creativity at Live Oak Art Center summer camp
20+ hour, 21+ min ago (144+ words) COLUMBUS " Young artists are putting their creativity to work this summer during Live Oak Art Center's annual Art Camp. Students ages 10 to 13 are spending the week exploring a variety of artistic techniques, including painting, drawing and mixed media projects, whi…...
Twin Oaks unveils new mural by young artist
20+ hour, 21+ min ago (108+ words) Colorado County Citizen Twin Oaks unveils new mural by young artist Jordyn Siegle, 15, decorated an old train car with a mural depicting a longhorn in a sunny field for the Twin Oaks Resort's future coffee shop. The venue's logo will…...
Obituary: MARY BOND CARLL
2+ week, 1+ day ago (299+ words) Mary grew up in Rock Prairie, Texas, and graduated from College Station Consolidated High School. She spent more than 20 years in Lake Jackson before returning to College Station in 1984. In 2013, she moved to Columbus, Texas, where she resided until her…...
Habitat looks to help local vets
2+ week, 1+ day ago (64+ words) Colorado County Citizen Habitat looks to help local vets Colorado County Habitat for Humanity is looking to help local veterans in need of critical home repairs. If you or someone you know may be eligible for this service, contact Colorado…...