Dec 27, 2025 | From The Vault of Texas History
By Tracy Gupton Death claimed the life of Stephen Fuller Austin, the man known as “The Father of Texas,” on this date 189 years ago. Pneumonia was the villain. The same malady that took his father from him before Moses Austin could see his dream of colonizing the...
Nov 11, 2025 | From The Vault of Texas History
By Tracy Gupton On Veterans Day, November 11, 2025, the Columbia Historical Museum and the Columbia Cemetery Association jointly recognize the bravery and sacrifice of the nine men buried at historic Columbia Cemetery who volunteered to join in the Texians pursuit of...
Oct 30, 2025 | Events, From The Vault of Texas History
Donna Ruth Chesney Loggins: November 25, 1934 – October 26, 2025 Donna Ruth Chesney Loggins packed a lot of living into the nearly 91 years she was allotted. The West Columbia icon who passed away on October 26, 2025, is a former valuable Columbia Historical...
Oct 29, 2025 | Events, From The Vault of Texas History
By Tracy Gupton “On the field, I was a force — fierce, focused and unshakably determined to reach my goal. But off the field, I was something entirely different, a true gentleman. Always willing to lend a hand, guide a teammate, or listen when someone...
Oct 26, 2025 | Events, From The Vault of Texas History
By Tracy Gupton Affectionately called “Mr. Ed,” Edward Cole was a Lone Star rodeo legend who embodied the cowboy spirit, reads a resolution penned by former state representative Dennis Bonnen. “Although he is deeply missed, he will long be remembered...
Oct 24, 2025 | Events, From The Vault of Texas History
By Tracy Gupton Plaudits like “Such an awesome teacher, coach, mentor and friend,” were left by former students and associates of Mattie Sue Ringgold when the longtime Bay City High School girls basketball coach passed away in 2019. “Thank you Miss...
