The Senior Connections 2024 Mardi Gras breakfast on Tuesday, Feb. 13 was a success, followed by a somber meal on Wednesday, Feb. 14. What a difference between Fat Tuesday and Ash Wednesday – going from a day of indulgence to one of humility upon entering the Lenten season.

As of Feb. 16, total intake at the Gardenia E.

Hours of operation for Second Chance Emporium in La Grange are as follows: •Donations Drop-off Hours – 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Second Chance donates $20,000 to fire departments.

turtle Wing gets $20,000 from Second Chance.

Do you want to truly rescue a dog? Avery (left), male bully, and Hazel (right), female retriever, have been in the shelter for over a year. They need a miracle. You can call or visit the shelter Monday through Saturday. If you cannot adopt, please help prevent more unwanted pets by educating family and friends about spaying/neutering.

Temple Israel is pleased to host Israeli Ambassador (retired) Yoram Ettinger in Schulenburg the weekend of Feb. 23-25.

Everyone is having so much fun at Senior Connections! When 41 members show up on a Wednesday after two days of bad weather and the Center being closed, it shows that they have missed coming to be with their friends, have a laugh and share a warm meal. The numbers are indicators that Senior Connections is doing the right thing, for the right reason.

Fayette Community Foundation (FCF) announces the launch of the Rural Community Health Fund (RCHF), a groundbreaking initiative aimed at health and wellness and delivery of philanthropic funds on a grassroots level.