The Message and the Messengers (Focus on Faith)
By Mrs. Lawrence CoffeeWe’re called to share the Good News of Jesus! We’re the messengers, and we share in various ways. I may be sitting at a bus stop talking about my kids to a complete stranger, and...
View ArticleHonoring God’s Name, Part 4 (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...
View ArticleHow to prevent sickness this fall (Yoga and You)
By Natalie HainAs the seasons change so do our routines, attitudes and activities. Fall is a welcome change from the heat of the summer. We begin to enjoy the cool air and the fall harvest. With all...
View ArticleOpera Singer on Next for BPA (Community News)
From Blanco Performing ArtsLauded by the New York Times for her “pure,” “agile,” and “winningly sweet-toned lyric soprano,” and described by Opera News as “sheer delight,” Laurelyn Watson Chase has...
View ArticlePositive Taining (Fit Tips)
By Sally WindhamWhen we experience letting go (loss), and do it well (learn from it), we increase our ability to hold on to that which is still worth holding on to and to handle it well; we become...
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FFA Members Compete in Local Event (School)
By Jason MarekMore than 50 members of the Blanco FFA Chapter competed this past Wednesday against each other in four different career development events in preparation for upcoming district and area...
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Local FFA Teams Win District Events (School)
Top 5 HomesiteBy Jason MarekThis past Wednesday, the Blanco FFA Chapter, along with the Hill District FFA Association, hosted the Annual Blanco FFA and Hill District Invitational Fall Career...
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Lady Panthers Stand Undefeated in District (Sports)
#9 Kari Graham sends over an ace to the Georgetown Gateway Prep Lady Gators. Photo by Diana Schwind.By Diana SchwindThe Lady Panthers tallied two more District 25-AAA wins last week defeating the Lago...
View Article8th Grade Panthers Shutout Bobcats (Sports)
By Matt Horton The 8th grade Panthers showed their Defensive strength Thursday, October 2, with a 16-0 shutout of the Comfort Bobcats. The Panther defense held Comfort to just 41 yards of total...
View Article7th Grade Brings in Another Win (Sports)
By Matt HortonThe 7th grade Panthers Won another game Thursday, October 2, squeaking out a close one 14-12 against the Comfort Bobcats. The Panther defense showed their strength with good team tackling...
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Kids Who Roar (School)
Respect The following students were recognized as the student in their classroom who most exemplifies the character trait of Respect. Top row: Natalie, Kolton, Nathan, Deonte, and Kyler. Middle row:...
View ArticlePreparing Your Home for the Holidays (Putting the Pieces Together)
By Debbie Vallone-Homeier, A Paragon Builders / Vallone Real EstateDo you like to decorate for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas? If so, you might want to consider a few things for your home. If...
View ArticleCommissioners to Include Jurors, Election Judges Under County Workers Comp...
By Tricia HartmannThe Blanco County Commissioners held a Regular meeting on October 14, 2014. After Judge Guthrie called the meeting to order the Court stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance....
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Panthers Take Easy Win in District Opener (Sports)
#19 Carson Kipp, #23 Alex Juarez, and #10 Dylan Tesch bring down the Stockdale runner.By Jason MarekAfter a week off, the Panthers looked rested and ready to begin district play as they traveled to...
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Blanco Volunteer Fire Department Sports New Helmets “For the Ladies”...
From Libbey AlyThe Blanco Volunteer Fire Department is sporting some new helmets during October. Honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the black and pink helmets, with the motto: “For The Ladies” on...
View ArticleHousehold Waste Collection Event Set for October 25 (Community News)
By Merannda ButtonIt’s that time of year again for the the Countywide Household Waste Collection Event. The annual event will be held at the Blanco County Progressive Waste Transfer Station at 377...
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2014 Homecoming Queen Nominees and Sponsoring Organization (School)
Back row: Lindsay Grimes- Football; Merritt Johnson- Leo Club; Jackelynn Pina- FCCLA; Jamie McClinton- Spanish Club; Ashley Hall- NFL; Cheyenne Klein- FCA; Kari Graham- Volleyball. Front row: Abbie...
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View ArticleI Didn’t Want to Turn Them Into Beggars (Mustard Seeds)
By Keith McClellanI recently received a letter from my brother Jay R in which he reminisced about our years in Mexico: “On a trip to Torreon, Mom, Dad, Dale and I stopped at the usual restaurant, “Los...
View ArticleRuling Prevents State From Enforcing Voter ID Law (Regional News)
By Ed SterlingAUSTIN — An Oct. 9 ruling by U.S. District Judge Nelva Gonzalez Ramos of Corpus Christi prevents the state from enforcing the voter identification law passed by the Texas Legislature in...
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