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Samsung supplier builds in Bastrop
Samsung supplier builds in Bastrop
BASTROP – The Samsung Austin Semiconductor facility and its landmark $17 billion construction site in south Taylor continue to have ripple effects on the landscape of business development in the area. 07/05/2023 12:00 AM
Elginite makes Dean’s list
Elginite makes Dean’s list
Elgin resident Vincent Castillo was honored among fellow Vanderbilt University students, named as part of the College of Arts and Science Dean’s list for the 2023 spring semester. 07/05/2023 12:00 AM
Former Elgin Mayor Christopher Cannon pleaded guilty to felony theft of property charges June 20, according to prosecutors.
Ex-mayor of Elgin pleads guilty
Cannon charged with third-degree felony 07/05/2023 12:00 AM
Former state Senator released from prison Friday
Former state Senator released from prison Friday
BASTROP – On Friday, June 30, former state Sen. Carlos Uresti was released from a federal prison in Bastrop. 07/05/2023 12:00 AM
Normandy Veteran – Alfred Robert Streit
Normandy Veteran – Alfred Robert Streit
Alfred Robert Streit served in the 915th Field Artillery Battalion that came ashore on Utah Beach, Normandy, in June 1944. They were called the “Tough Hombres Combat Team” and they fought in five campaigns in 318 days between Normandy and Czechoslovakia. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Prestigious recognition for Elgin’s own
Prestigious recognition for Elgin’s own
Molly Alexander received the highest honor for public architecture from Austin’s chapter of the American Institute of Architects, the Alan Taniguchi Award. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Big blue blocks
Big blue blocks
Elgin’s Parks and Recreation Center’s new toy for youth creatives 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Two shot in aggravated assault
Two shot in aggravated assault
Two adult males sustained gunshot wounds at the 600 block of Alley A, as the result of an aggravated assault around 5:45 p.m. on June 20. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Early deadlines for holiday
Early deadlines for holiday
America’s birthday, July 4, is next week, which means the schedule for the crew at the Elgin Courier will change. Deadlines have been moved back a few days so that Courier staff members can celebrate the holiday with their families. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
Photo by Niko Demetriou Fashion show attendees were treated to a showcase of local businesses and well-dressed residents. Not just for promotions sake, the show also acted as an update for some of Elgin’s proud, highlighting personal accomplishments and achievements.
There’s no place like Western Days
Elgin’s 54th annual celebration of community and camaraderie continues to grow, with residents and visitors gathering at Memorial Park this past weekend for three full days of events, vendors and familiar. This year’s rendition of Elgin’s homecoming fair and festival, organized by the Chamber of Commerce, brought a bit more to the greenery than years prior. With a Wizard of Oz flair, Western Days included a yellow brick road fashion show, great Oz golf tournament and Toto’s dance, concluding with the grand parade and vendor market. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
JUNE 28-29
JUNE 28-29
BASTROP – By popular demand, LPAC’s resident instructor Tobin Bortner is offering an Intermediate Level drawing workshop over three days for teens at the Lost Pines Art Center in Bastrop. The workshop is from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dig deeper into the techniques and applications to step up your drawing skills. Some basic knowledge in drawing is required. Ages 13 and older are welcome. All supplies are provided for class. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
JUNE 30
JUNE 30
BASTROP – Horton Foote’s moving play, Trip to Bountiful, tells the story of Carrie Watts, an elderly woman, who longs to escape the cramped Houston apartment where she lives with her protective son, Ludie, and her authoritarian daughter-inlaw, Jessie Mae. The play begins at 7:30 p.m. at 711 Spring St. in Bastrop. 06/28/2023 12:00 AM
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