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Paradigm at The Oak has open house, ribbon cutting

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On March 15, the facility at 507 West Ave., formerly known as Colonial Care Center and now Paradigm at The Oak, celebrated its open house/ribbon cutting ceremony with the Chamber of Commerce. It was an opportunity to reconnect with the community and to showcase the quality of care which is given to the patients who reside there. The event also served to showcase the talents of all the staff who live and work in the community.

Legion and Auxiliary had monthly meetings March 5

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American Legion McBride Post 143 and Auxiliary held their monthly meetings on Tuesday, March 5. Commander Bob Heinrich called the meeting to order with 42 Legion members, two guests and nine Auxiliary members in attendance. Guests were Michael Onkowsky and Rick Kinkaid.

Local library lists memorials, new books, donors

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The beautiful season of spring is here, so stop by the Schulenburg Public Library to check out one of its awesome gardening books. The library has received the following memorials: •In loving memory of Peggy Mendel – Given by Harlan and Joyce Kobza.

Retired Teachers have ‘cookie swap’ at meeting

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Members of the Fayette County Retired Teachers’Association met on Monday, March 11 with 12 in attendance. The fellowship time was hosted by Karen Fitch, who also donated the book raffle item.

‘Easter on the Bluff’ set March 30

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This Saturday, March 30, Kreische Brewery & Monument Hill State Historic Sites near La Grange will host Easter on the Bluff, celebrating one of the most beloved Bluff Schuetzenverein traditions. This year’s event will feature living history programs, children’s egg hunts, games, and an Easter fire. Attendees are welcome to bring their own picnics, beverages, chairs or blankets, and flashlights.

Bulletin Board

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Good Friday Holiday Many local businesses will be closed or will close early in observance of Good Friday, March 29. Community Good Friday Service The Schulenburg Ministerial Alliance community Good Friday service will be held at First Methodist Church, 209 North Upton Ave., on March 29 at noon.

Meetings

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American Legion McBride Post 143 and Auxiliary will hold their next monthly meetings on Tuesday, April 2 at the American Legion Home in Schulenburg beginning at 7 p.m. All members and prospective members are invited to attend..

Reunions

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The 27th John Wick family reunion will be held at the St. Mary Parish Hall in High Hill on Sunday, April 7, with registration starting at 10 a.m.

‘Friends* help host Easter event

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Volunteers with the “Friends of the Library' organization who helped put on the Easter event at the Schuienburg Public Library this past Saturday, March 23 were: (from left) Debra Blansitt, Carol Siegel, Mary Zeller, Kristy Clark, Diana Mikesky, and Jenny Kubenka. Over 100 attended, including 50-plus youngsters. See Page 1 for other photos. Sticker Photo By Darrell Vyvjala

Scissortail flycatchers return

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After an absence between December and February, scissortail flycatchers have returned to the area for spring, and John C. Landa Jr., “The Schulenbirder,” sends two photos take on Monday morning, March 25 at his property southwest of Schuienburg. Landa says that the scissortail flycatchers will remain here through November.