Banner Press Newspaper

Banner Press Newspaper Serving the Tri-County area (Austin, Colorado, and Fayette Counties).

04/13/2026

Good Monday morning Fayette County!

This week, we celebrate Telecommunications Week! We would like to highlight this group of unsung heroes who contribute daily to our safety and the effectiveness of police, fire, ems, and other first responders.

They are the heart behind the voice.
Rarely seen, but always heard.
They’re calm in the darkest hours.

This is a stressful and thankless job. Dispatchers respond quickly to emergencies, playing a vital role in life-saving measures by connecting emergency services to the people who need it. The safety of law enforcement officers, firefighters, ems and other first responders also depend on the information they receive from dispatchers who serve as a crucial link in responding to a crisis.

Dispatchers make a huge difference everyday in people’s lives by helping them through some of their worst times while showing compassion, understanding and professionalism while doing their job.

Pictured are the Fayette County Sheriff's Office Communications Division, along with your Fayette County Commissioners Court. A proclamation was signed declaring Communications Week, during Commissioners Court this past week.

Dispatchers from left to right (back row): Adrienne McIntosh, Sonya Lehmann, Laure Chollett, Sam Velasquez, Supervisor Kim Haba, Jackie Moree, Priscilla Dierschke, and Julie Neville. Missing from the picture is Terrell Klimek.

We are also hiring if you would like to join this amazing team! Applications may be picked up at the Fayette County Sheriff's Office or by contacting Kim Haba at 979-968-5856. No experience necessary. Must be 18 years of age.

04/13/2026

📞💛 National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week 💛📞

Today during Commissioners Court, County Judge Prause and the Commissioners proudly signed a proclamation recognizing Dispatch Week and honoring the incredible men and women who serve as the calm voice in the chaos.

Thank you for your commitment to keeping our community safe, 24/7. We are grateful for everything you do! 💛

04/06/2026

🌸🧹 Sealy Spring Clean-Up is Back! 🧹🌸

It’s time to freshen up your home and yard! The City of Sealy’s Annual Spring Clean-Up is here to help you clear out those bulky items and unwanted clutter.

📅 Event Dates:
• Friday, April 24 | 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
• Saturday, April 25 | 8:00 AM – Noon

📍 Location:
210 E. Main St., Sealy, TX
➡️ Enter through Silliman St. & exit on Main St.

✅ Items Accepted Include:
• Furniture & mattresses
• Appliances (Freon must be properly removed & tagged)
• Oversized household items
• Bagged household waste & yard trimmings

🚫 Items NOT Accepted:
• Tires, batteries, paint
• Hazardous materials or chemicals
• Electronics (TVs, computers, printers, etc.)
• Glass, ammunition, and more

⚠️ Important Reminder:
This event is for City of Sealy residents ONLY. Please bring a utility bill as proof of residency.

Let’s work together to keep Sealy clean, safe, and beautiful! 💚

04/06/2026

The Sealy Area Historical Society is looking for vendors for their April 11 Annual Spring Fest.
www.sealyhistoricalsociety.org/2026SpringFest.html

Don't miss this fun Sealy event with old-fashioned games, vendors selling handmade items, great food ... and
* Beekeeping - Farmer Brown
* Playing musical instruments - School of Rock
* Miniature Horse Exhibition - Paloma Trails
* Hand-cranked ice cream - SAHS

Music during the day with:
* Brown Sugar - 1 PM
* Mandi Powell - 3 PM

Old-fashioned games including hula hoop competitions, egg toss competitions, hoop & stick races and a treasure hunt are great for kids and adults alike!

04/06/2026
03/27/2026

Big thanks to our friends at Austin County State Bank for their generous donation to KidsFish 2026 and some snacks for our officers.

03/27/2026
03/27/2026

🎉 The Big One is this Saturday!!! 🎉
📍 Courthouse Square, Downtown Columbus
📅 Saturday, March 28 | 🕘 9 AM – 12 PM

Kick off your weekend with local shopping, live music, and delicious bites while exploring an incredible lineup of vendors! 🌾🧺🫐🌽

Austin County Biscuit Co.
Bake Sale Fundraiser
BEAU Works
Best Bud Plants, LLC
Biryani Hut Indian Food
Blondie's Bakery
Blue Quail Creations
Born & Bread
Boujee Blends
Boymom Creations
Brittany’s Garden
Buddy’s Woodcrafts
Bumble Bee Glass & Crafts
Cactus Butt Creations
Cake Haus
Carter's Collection
Cass Creations
Chessdale Acres Apiaries
Columbus 4H
Country Scents Soap Co.
Crocheted Babies
Cummins Creek Vineyards DBA Thomas Little
Debbie's Originals
De Bow’s Little Workshop
Filipino Eggrolls
Fowl Acres Farms, LLC
Glenn Engraving
Granny's Tamales
Hippie Dippy Crafts
Interstellar Coffee
Jack's Western & Horseshoe Art
Just Jammin’
K&L Crafts
K&M Crazy Art
Katja Kollection
Keltic Krafts
Kristen’s Kreations & Crafts
Kustom Spices
La Casita
Lone Star Shrimp
Mac Daddy's Macarons
Magnolia AKURS
Mancave Candle Company
Martin Heritage Farm
Mrs. Alyssa’s Kitchen
Navidad Trading
Oh So Crafty by TilliE
Porterosa Farms
Scavy’s Dog Treats
Scentastic Creations
SKS Farms Plus
Specklebelly Farms
Steel Wool
Sugar Cravings
Texocentrist Arts
The Blossom Shop
The Eklektik Peacock, LLC
The Wood Den
Tower Garden/Juice Plus
Trail Ride Blues & BBQ
Unique Handmade Jewelry
Valentina’s Creations
Varner Farms, LLC
Vintage Moon Designs
Wren & Willow Gifts
ZG Creations

03/27/2026
12/19/2025

🚔 NOW HIRING FULL-TIME CERTIFIED PEACE OFFICERS 🚔

The Waller County Sheriff’s Office is hiring!

✔️ Competitive benefits & retirement
✔️ Make a difference where it matters most

Ready to join our team?

👉 Apply now: wallercountytexassheriff.org
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer for details

Join our team. Serve with purpose.

Address

1217 Bowie Street
Columbus, TX
78934

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