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Forrest Thomas Jones (Obituaries)
Forrest Thomas Jones came into this world on March 30, 1994 and went home to our Lord April 18,2014 after suddenly collapsing at work. At an early age Forrest was diagnosed with a congenital heart...
View ArticleTexas Press Association State Capital Highlights: City of West Receives...
By Ed SterlingAUSTIN — Gov. Rick Perry on April 16 granted a request by the city of West for an additional $4.8 million in disaster grant assistance for recovery efforts in the West fertilizer plant...
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Kids Who Roar - Fairness (School)
Top row L-R: Christian, Langston, Wilbert, and Andres. Middle row L-R: Kinley, Albert, Keirsten, Sydney, and Isaac. Bottom row L-R: Korina, Emma, Adrian, Ayden, Brayden, Lauren, & Calla. Not...
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Emmy Jean Cicero (Announcements)
Reva Mobley wishes to announce the birth of her newest great granddaughter, Emmy Jean Cicero, born on February 18, 2014. Her proud parents are Deidre and Jeremy Cicero. Grandparents Andy and Linda...
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KBB and 100 Volunteers Pick up Blanco (Community News)
By Retta MartinEarly on Saturday morning of April 12, over 100 volunteers began preparing for the 15th annual "Don't Mess with Texas and Keep Blanco Beautiful Trash Off" and 8th annual "River Cleanup"....
View ArticleKBB and 100 Volunteers Pick up Blanco (Community News)
By Retta MartinEarly on Saturday morning of April 12, over 100 volunteers began preparing for the 15th annual "Don't Mess with Texas and Keep Blanco Beautiful Trash Off" and 8th annual "River Cleanup"....
View ArticleCertificate of Appropriateness is Needed for Re-Roofing in the Historic...
By Rudy NinoA new roof is a major investment and it has to protect you all the time and must withstand Texas' extreme weather. Is your roof failing or it needs to be replaced? Yes, what do we do now?...
View Article4th Annual Bands 4 Band Festival will Feature Local Favorites (Community News)
The 4th Annual Bands 4 Band Music Festival will be held this Saturday, April 26 at Yett Memorial Park from 12:00 Noon until 11 p.m. Admission to the festival is $20.00 for adults and $5.00 for...
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Troop #497 Eagle Project Benefits Community (Community News)
Kendall Hartmann (Right) and Alex Andrade (Left) carrying one of the railroad ties to be placed for positioning.By Niki LockwoodHave you noticed the improvements at Yett Park? There is an attractive...
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Blanco Woman’s Club News (Community News)
By Crystal SpybuckDear Friends, I would like to say thank you to the ladies who attended our April meeting. We had a delightful program presented by Erin Rice-Oyler ‘s Blanco Ballet and Creative Dance...
View ArticleBlanco County Aggie Moms Host Garage/Bake Sale for Scholarships (Community News)
By Tricia HartmannBlanco County Aggie Moms will host their annual Garage Sale on Saturday, April 26th. The Sale is set for 8 am – 2 pm at First Baptist Church of Johnson City, 102 North Avenue Q,...
View ArticleWeak In Him (Focus on Faith)
By Pastor J.D. Link, abundantgracefellowship-blanco.com2Co 13:4 says "For though He was crucified through weakness, yet He liveth by the power of God. For we also are weak in Him, but we shall live...
View ArticleLetter to the Editor (Opinion)
Dear Editor, The Blanco River has been described as the defining element in some of the Texas Hill Country's most beautiful scenery. It also lies in the path of major development. The river's flow has...
View ArticleLetter to the Editor (Opinion)
Dear Editor, A very depressing day indeed to see money spent on massive metal iron gates and padlocks to keep people out of the park. I look over and see a small child in her Easter Bonnet and basket...
View ArticlePsalm 32 (Focus on Faith)
By Mrs. Lawrence CoffeePsalm 32:1-2 “1 Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. 2 Blessed is the man unto whom the Lord imputeth not iniquity, and in whose spirit there is...
View ArticleThe Mirror (Focus on Faith)
By John Kinslow, minister, Blanco church of ChristA husband snuck up the stairs quietly one evening as his wife was sleeping. He looked in the bathroom mirror and bandaged the bumps and bruises he’d...
View ArticleDo it for Love (Fit Tips)
By Sally WindhamAt one of my recent boot camps, a participant described the way she looked in a picture from before her weight loss as ‘gross.’ I empathized. I remember feeling unhappy and out of...
View ArticleSpring Cleaning (Oh, Honestly)
By Merannda ButtonI am no Housewife. Yes I work a full time job and I’m a full time mom as well. I know there are many ladies out there that do both of those jobs, and keep the house clean. Maybe not...
View ArticleWings Over the Hills Nature Festival Offers Fun for Everyone (Regional News)
The fourth annual Wings Over the Hills Nature Festival will take flight on April 25, 26, and 27 at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park in Fredericksburg, Texas as nature lovers converge to enjoy the great...
View ArticleSoftball Grabs Share of District Title (Sports)
By Diana Schwind With an 18-1 win over the Comfort Deer last Thursday, April 15, the Lady Panthers softball team posted a 7-1 district record to tie with the Johnson City Lady Eagles as Co-District...
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