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Christina Behrends Graduates from Texas A&M University, College of...
Christina Behrends graduated from Texas A&M University, College of Veterinary Medicine on May 8, 2014. She is 2007 graduate of Blanco High School and completed the pre-veterinary curriculum at...
View ArticleLibrary to Close Monday, May 26 for Memorial Day (Community News)
By Crystal SpybuckSpecial Announcement: The Library will be CLOSED Monday, May 26th for Memorial Day. Even if your items are stamped due on this day, nothing is actually due. Please have a happy and...
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Larry Kuebel and Tim Nance were sworn in as BISD School Trustees (School)
Larry Kuebel and Tim Nance were sworn in as BISD School Trustees on Wednesday, May 14. BISD Administrative Assistant Landa Lassberg performed the ceremony at the BISD administrative offices. Read...
View ArticleThe Meaning of Memorial Day (Features)
By Commander Ted Weeks, American Legion Post 352Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. There is evidence that women’s...
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Blanco Cowboy Church Holds Second Youth Play Day (Focus on Faith)
From Arnella CalhounOn Sunday, May 18th, the second Buckle Series Youth Play Day was held at the Blanco Cowboy Church Arena following the morning worship service with Special Guest Minister, Hunter...
View ArticleLetter to the Editor (Opinion)
Editor, Taxpayers should be aware that an 80’ clear span bridge is proposed and currently being engineered to replace the low water crossing on Middle Creek Road (CR 410). This bridge proposal is being...
View ArticleLetter to the Editor (Opinion)
Editor, We have been blessed to be able to live on one of the most natural and scenic roads in Blanco County. I am referring to Middle Creek Rd. I manage a large ranch on this road and also own 15...
View ArticleThe Word of God's Grace, Part 4 (Focus on Faith)
By Pastor J.D. Link, Agf-blanco.comActs 20:32 says, “And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an inheritance among all them...
View ArticleWhat's In A Name (Focus on Faith)
By John Kinslow, minister, Blanco church of ChristThe manager of a large office asked a new employee to come into his office. "What is your name?," was the first thing the manager asked. "John," the...
View ArticleGod is SO Good (Focus on Faith)
By Mrs. Lawrence CoffeeI’ve recently begun a new franchise, with a corporation interested in good health, by eating more fruits and vegetables, with a product that helps us get more in our daily diet....
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Geocache “Race” Finishes in Blanco (Community News)
Wayne Gosnell (Right) holds the far-travelling toy Lamborghini and stands next to Karlis Gangis (Left) who help the car get back to Blanco.Wayne Gosnell was surprised recently when Karlis Gangis, a...
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Blanco Performing Arts to Close Season with Blanco Native, Julia Pautz...
Blanco Performing Arts closes their season “Outside the Music Box” on Sunday afternoon, June 1 at 3:00 at the Uptown Blanco Ballroom with Blanco native Julia Pautz who returns in a full length solo...
View ArticleWhat to Do Now (Fit Tips)
By Sally WindhamI’m thankful for bright readers who can read between my lines. In last week’s Fit Tip I told you about the beginnings of my personal journey, and how the first step in the process of...
View ArticleLeader of the Pack (Oh, Honestly)
By Merannda ButtonSo you think you want to teach your kids to be leaders, right? Followers are not only weak, unoriginal, and uninteresting, but what you really want is for them to not follow the bad...
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Middle School Tennis Dominates District Meet (Sports)
Seventh Grade Girls District Tennis Champs. (L to R) Kenzie Warner, Hallie Gloor, Allie West, Coach Bill Tesch, Johanna Villarreal, Cami Manriquez, Taylor Kotfas, Jimena Alergia. (Not present: Coach...
View ArticleMiddle School District 27-AA Tennis Meet Blanco Results (Sports)
7th Grade Girls 1st Place Team Hallie Gloor - 1st Singles Cami Manriquez - 2nd Singles Kenzie Warner & Allie West - 1st Doubles Johanna Villarreal & Taylor Mangold - 2nd Mixed Doubles 7th Grade...
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Band Awards Given at Spring Concert (School)
Senior Alexis Leonard is given the John Philip Sousa Award by Band Director Brian Hecimovich.Senior Alexis Leonard is given the John Philip Sousa Award by Band Director Brian Hecimovich. Senior Kasie...
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Track Records Set at BHS (Sports)
By Diana SchwindTrack records were tied, broken, and broken again this year at Blanco High School. Lady Panther track member Meaghen Seales, set the new BHS record in the 800 meter run capturing 3rd...
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Honors Presented at Athletic Picnic (Sports)
Ashley Hall is given the Girls Golf award presented by Coach Scott Balmos. All Photos by Diana Schwind.Heather Wagner, Blanco All-Sports Booster Club President, announces the 2014 $1,000 Scholarship...
View ArticleBackyard Fantasy (Putting the Pieces Together)
By Debbie Vallone-Homeier, A Paragon Builders / Vallone Real EstateHow about turning your backyard into a fantasy get away? It can be simple or extreme. There are so many things you can do to have a...
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