Are We All Hypocrites? (Focus on Faith)
By Mrs. Lawrence CoffeePerhaps. What if we’re really deceived into thinking we’re walking the life of a servant for Christ, but actually fail several tests every day (within our hearts)? Have any of us...
View ArticleHonoring God’s Name, Part 3 (Focus on Faith)
By Pastor J.D. Link, agf-blanco.comI encourage you to read Malachi 1:6-8, 2:4-8, 17; 3:13-15. We see from these verses that the prophet Malachi was rebuking the spiritual leaders of Israel for several...
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Trinity Lutheran Hosts Astronaut and Astronomer (Community News)
Well over 100 people came to hear retired Astronaut Tom Henrickson speak about his experiences in outer space on Sunday, September 28. Lots of Brownies, Girl Scouts, adults and children were held...
View ArticleHappenings at Blanco State Park (Happenings at Blanco State Park)
Exciting improvements have been taking place at Blanco State Park. Most recently, a new walking trail was developed at the east end of the park. The trail begins near the Naturescape Activity Center...
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Cowboy Church Holds Fall Buckle Series Youth Play Day (Focus on Faith)
September 28, 2014- Pictured Above: Rachel Arnold, Amaya Avants, Emily Boylan, Bayleigh DeSpain, Chase Fortune, Allison King, Kendall Kramer, Kylene Kramer, Cash Krause, Court Krause, Caleb McCarthy,...
View ArticleHow Does Your Garden Grow? (Keep Blanco Beautiful)
By Judy DorsettFall is for planting. This is a familiar saying in October. The rain and cooler weather is wonderful. Many plants are growing and blooming that have not bloomed during spring and summer....
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Greenhand FFA Members Participate in Leadership Camp (School)
For the second time this month, members of the Blanco FFA Chapter participated in a leadership building event as 24 local members traveled to Fredericksburg High School to take part in the Hill...
View ArticleGet Your Home Ready for Winter (Putting the Pieces Together)
By Debbie Vallone-Homeier, A Paragon Builders / Vallone Real EstateAs we get closer to the Winter months, now is the time to do a few things to get your home ready. If you have plants and animals...
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Alicia Artese Joins RE/MAX Genesis (The Real Estate Corner)
From RE/MAX GenesisWaymond Lightfoot, broker of RE/MAX Genesis, Welcomes Alicia Artese to the Blanco office. Alicia brings her professional expertise as well as her knowledge of the Texas Hill Country....
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Uptown Blanco’s 4th Annual Quilt Show Begins Friday (Community News)
Cat Nip Tea Party, pattern by Betty Alderman.Come celebrate the art and artistry of Quilting, yesterday and today, at the 4th Annual Uptown Blanco Quilt Show themed “Heirlooms, Past and Present”. The...
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Homecoming Parade Set for Wednesday, October 15 (School)
This year’s theme for Homecoming is “Red, White and Blue”! The Parade will begin at 6pm on Wednesday, October 15th. Immediately following, there will be a Community Pep-Rally at Panther Stadium. The...
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PEC to Reduce Rates, Effective December 1 (Community News)
From PECAt a special meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 30, the Pedernales Electric Cooperative Board of Directors voted to reduce the Co-op’s per-kilowatt-hour delivery charge effective with electricity...
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Jazz Band Students Advance at Regional Competition (School)
Sebastian Thomas (far left) and Michael Bagley (far right) earned First Chair Honors: Clifton Knoll (center) earned First Alternate.From BISDBlanco High School students Michael Bagley, Clifton Knoll,...
View ArticleFor Richer or for Poorer (Mustard Seeds)
By Keith McClellanAs a consequence of my work with a private school system in Mexico, I was invited to attend a social function at the residence of the United States Ambassador to Mexico in Mexico...
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Cowboy Church Archery Champions (Focus on Faith)
The Blanco Cowboy Church held their 2nd annual Archery Tournament on Sunday, Octobwe 5, following morning worship service and a covered dish lunch. Awards were given for best shooters in each category...
View ArticleFrontrunning Candidates Appear in Debate Forums (Regional News)
By Ed SterlingAUSTIN — Texans interested in who their next governor and lieutenant governor will be witnessed major party candidates for those offices engage in live, one-hour broadcast debates last...
View ArticleMr. Moore Graham, Jr. (Obituaries)
Mr. Moore Graham, Jr., “Moe”, 77 of Blanco and formerly of The Grove, Texas went home to be with the Lord on September 29, 2014. Mr. Graham was born on October 5, 1936 in Bell County, Texas to Moore...
View ArticleGardenscape “FUN”damentals Coming October 11 (Community News)
By Pat Owens, TX Master GardenerTexas Master Gardeners of Blanco and the Blanco High School Agriculture Department are hosts on Saturday October 11 for Gardenscape “FUN”damentals. All the activities...
View ArticleTHANK YOU (Announcements)
The family of James Calhoun would like to thank everyone for your outpouring of love, prayers, food, flowers, calls, visits, memorial gifts, and support that you provided to our family. Special thanks...
View ArticlePre-Publication Book Talk at Blanco Library (Community News)
By Crystal SpybuckBe sure to join us October 20 at 5pm for the Pre-publication Book Talk of “The Museum of Us” by its author Mark Standley, Ph.D. Dr. Mark Standley and Jeanne Siverston, MSSW, are...
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