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Wednesday, March 13, 2024 - 12:00am

City Council identified which streets are under the spotlight for renovations this year during a March 5 meeting, particularly focusing on downtown reconstruction in Ward 4.

Wednesday, March 13, 2024 - 12:00am

SMITHVILLE — Smithville Independent School District announced this past week the hiring of Layne Neumann as the new Athletic Director and Head Football Coach for the 2024-25 school year.

News

ELGIN — Investigators are probing the deaths of the former publisher of the Elgin Courier and her husband, according to the Bastrop County Sheriff's Office.

Mar 13, 2024 - 00:00

City Council identified which streets are under the spotlight for renovations this year during a March 5 meeting, particularly focusing on downtown reconstruction in Ward 4.

A wildfire in the Texas Panhandle has consumed more than 1 million acres and as of Sunday was just 15% contained, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. It is the largest wildfire in Texas history.

BASTROP — Space pioneer Elon Musk has given locals and his workers at the Bastrop-based Boring Company a new spot to relax at, play some games and grab a few drinks.

Sports

Mar 13, 2024 - 00:00

GATESVILLE — The Smithville High School boys varsity powerlifting team was in action Saturday, March 9 at the Boys Region 2 Division 2 meet held at Gatesville High School. The Tigers had three lifters qualify for the upcoming state meet in their respective weight classes after competing in the squat, bench press and deadlift.

SMITHVILLE — Smithville Independent School District announced this past week the hiring of Layne Neumann as the new Athletic Director and Head Football Coach for the 2024-25 school year.

Mar 13, 2024 - 00:00

The Elgin High School varsity boys and girls track and field teams competed Thursday, March 7 as the school hosted the Wildcat Relays meet.

Mar 13, 2024 - 00:00

JOSHUA — The Elgin High School boys varsity powerlifting team was in action Saturday, March 9 at the Boys Region 2 Division 1 meet held at Joshua High School. The Wildcats had four lifters qualify for the upcoming state meet in their respective weight classes after competing in the squat, bench press and deadlift.

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This column represents the thoughts and opinions of The Rev. Carl Roth. This is not the opinion of the Elgin Courier.

Mar 6, 2024 - 00:00

This column represents the thoughts and opinions of The Rev. Carl Roth. This is NOT the opinion of the Elgin Courier.

STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

Obituaries

Mar 13, 2024 - 00:00

In loving memory of Betty Ruth Tedford Dougherty, a beautiful soul whose presence graced the lives of many with kindness, compassion and unwavering love.

Mar 13, 2024 - 00:00

Jesse Ray Wilhite, a young soul with an adventurous spirit, tragically left this world to be taken home to Our Heavenly Father, March 9. Born on April 6, 2005, in Austin, Texas, Jesse’s vibrant presence touched the lives of many.

Mar 13, 2024 - 00:00

Clint Blaylock, 78, of McDade, passed away Monday morning, March 11, 2024. Survived by wife, Cathy Blaylock. Services are currently pending. Arrangements and care entrusted to

Mar 13, 2024 - 00:00

Gloria Joan Moore, 84, of Giddings, passed away Friday morning, March 8, 2024. Services will be private. Arrangements and care entrusted to