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End of Year Party for Lucky Leaf 4-H Club (Community News)
Lucky Leaf 4-H Club members celebrated their end of year party at the Blanco Bowling Alley. The club has had a very successful year and would like to thank the club sponsors Sheila Mercer and Terri...
View ArticleCloset Planning For Your New Home (Putting the Pieces Together)
By Debbie Vallone-Homeier, A Paragon Builders / Vallone Real EstatePlanning the closet in your new home can be simple or it can be pretty involved. Closets are a big thing to me. I am one of those...
View ArticleHow to Choose the Right Agent for Your Real Estate Transaction (The Real...
From Waymond Lightfoot, By Texas Assoc. of RealtorsPurchasing or selling property takes time and effort, and it’s something you’ll want help with. Hiring a real estate agent means you’ll have an expert...
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Commissioners Consider Fire Suppression, Pass on Burn Ban (Community News)
Citizen Elaine Cross spoke to the Commissioners Court regarding proposed subdivision regulations to include fire suppression.By Tricia HartmannThe Blanco County Commissioners Court held a Regular...
View ArticleEvent, Music, and Speaker Schedule for 10th Annual Lavender Festival...
From Blanco Chamber of CommerceThe 10th Annual Lavender Festival kicks off Friday, June 13 at Noon. Make sure to visit the Information Booth on the Square for additional information. Lavender Festival...
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Blanco Performing Arts Ends Season on High Note (Community News)
Violinist Julia Pautz (Left) and Pianist Maimy Fong (Right).Photo by Charles WillgrenFrom Vickie PautzThe sold out audience was certainly “wowed” by violinist Julia Pautz’s masterful presentation of...
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Congratulations BHS Class of 2014 (School)
Photo by Willard GibbonsPanther Stadium was filled with family and friends on Friday, June 6, as the Class of 2014 received their Diplomas. Student Speakers were; Kristin Watt, Alexandria Penshorn,...
View ArticleCookies at the Airport (Mustard Seeds)
By Keith J McClellanA woman was waiting at an airport one night, With several long hours before her flight. She hunted for a book in the airport shop, Bought a bag of cookies and found a place to drop....
View ArticleTexas Press Association State Capital Highlights: EPA Air Pollution Plan...
By Ed SterlingAUSTIN — The Obama administration on June 2 publicized what it termed “the first-ever plan to reduce carbon pollution from power plants.” The plan, a set of proposed actions to be...
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Graduation (Announcements)
Seth Aaron HepworthSeth Aaron Hepworth is the son of Roger and Marie Hepworth. His Achievements and Activities include; Eagle Scout, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, guitar, ALERT Cadets, active in church at...
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Library in Search of Volunteers, Photo Submissions (Community News)
Visit www.blancolib.org for the full, Fizz, Boom, Read Summer Reading Program Schedule.By Crystal SpybuckWe need volunteers! Do you have free time on your hands? Do you want to get to know your...
View ArticlePEC Members Invited to Annual Meeting June 21 (Community News)
From PECPedernales Electric Cooperative members are invited to the Co-op’s annual meeting June 21 in Cedar Park. The meeting and related activities will be held at the Leander ISD South Performing Arts...
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Gem of the Hills Receives $1,000 Grant for Ramp (Community News)
Back row, left to right, Arlene Bayless, Madora Beckman, Ada Cooley, Mitch Parker, Frances Dickey. Front row, left to right, Cyndy Hounsell, Monta Knoll, Grace Walker.The Gem of the Hills Senior...
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Thank You to Blanco Lavender Festival Sponsors (Announcements)
Lavender Festival begins this Friday, June 13 at Noon. On behalf of the Blanco Chamber of Commerce and Lavender Festival Steering Committee, our most heartfelt thanks to the many local businesses...
View ArticleLetter to the Editor (Opinion)
Editor, As a resident living on Middle Creek Rd, I have learned that Commissioner Granburg has decided to build a bridge over the creek on MCR. He never felt the need to discuss this with the residents...
View ArticleLetter to the Editor (Opinion)
Editor, In considering the schools latest scandal, about someone on the school faculty, who has broken our trust, we should take time to reflect and use this window of opportunity to make changes. This...
View ArticlePotpourri (Potpourri)
By Deb YorgensenDear hearts and gentle people: Just a blast from West Virginia, and a thank you for my lovely note from Miss Ada recounting her well-attended birthday party. Florine is wonderful at...
View ArticleThe Word of God’s Grace, Part 7 (Focus on Faith)
By Pastor J.D. Link, agf-blanco.comRead Acts 20:28-32. Verse 32 says, “And now, brethren, I commend (commit, entrust) you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up (edify),...
View ArticleJuly 4 Parade Now Accepting Entries (Community News)
The Spangle Dangle 4th of July Patriotic celebration will be a two day event this year with fireworks and fun on Friday and a parade Saturday morning at 10:00 am in downtown Johnson City, Texas. If you...
View ArticleFinding Time For God (Focus on Faith)
By Mrs. Lawrence CoffeeI don’t know about you but for me, sometimes it’s hard to find quiet time for God. I’ve had my morning alarm set for 5 am for the past 9 years for personal bible study, but it’s...
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