Thanksgiving From The Heart (Focus on Faith)
By John Kinslow, minister Blanco church of ChristSome housewives compiled a list of things for which they were thankful: 1) For husbands who attack small repair jobs around the house because they...
View ArticleAre We Thankful? (Focus on Faith)
By Pastor J.D. Link, agf-blanco.comRead Luke 17:12-18. Ten people with the horrible disease of leprosy were supernaturally healed by Jesus, but only one of the ten actually came back to give Jesus...
View ArticleFellowship in Christ (Focus on Faith)
By Mrs. Lawrence CoffeeOn November 25, 2014, we gathered together at the First Baptist Church here in Blanco, to celebrate Thanksgiving Day with other men, women and children, from churches in Blanco....
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Speech and Debate Does Well in Tournaments (School)
Back Row (L-R): Eddie Hernandez, Thomas Kirkscey, Drew Ritter, and Griffin Wearden. Front Row (L-R): Christina Cortes, Mia Albrecht, and Vanessa Skillman.From Dr. Russel KirksceyLed by members of last...
View ArticleAlignment is Important (Putting the Pieces Together)
By Debbie Vallone-Homeier, A Paragon Builders / Vallone Real EstateThe most important thing in any project is the alignment. This pertains to foundations, tile work, flooring, etc. If you are...
View ArticleElementary and Middle School Academic Meets Re-scheduled (School)
The Elementary and Middle School Academic Meets have been re-scheduled: From: Friday, December 12 To: Thursday, December 11 The early release scheduled for Friday, December 12, at 12:00 noon has...
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Holiday Cheer Lights up Old Blanco County Courthouse (Community News)
North side of the square lit up for the Holidays.Photo by Willard Gibbons.From Karen WatsonFaces glowed and eyes sparkled at the end of the countdown as the Christmas lights came on to illuminate the...
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24th Annual Courthouse Gala Raises Needed Funds (Community News)
Left to Right, Jim Harris, President of OBCCPS, Debra DuPont, Gala Chairperson, and Texas State Senator Troy Fraser with his wife, Linda Fraser.Photo by Willard Gibbons.From Karen WatsonThe Denim &...
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Blanco Heads into Quarterfinals after Taking Down East Bernard (Sports)
#19 Carson Kipp bulls through a hole in the Brahma defense.By Diana Schwind.By Jason MarekIn the only game this past weekend that featured two teams ranked in the top 10 of the state, the #5 Blanco...
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TxDot Reminds Texans to Give the Gift of a Sober Ride this Holiday Season...
As holiday festivities get into full swing, the Texas Department of Transportation reminds drivers to stay safe and sober when traveling to and from parties and other celebrations. “We want drivers to...
View ArticleThe Mailbox (Mustard Seeds)
By Keith McClellan“The Mailbox” was a short black and white film produced by Brigham Young University back in the 1960’s. It told the story of a little old lady who lived alone in her quaint rural farm...
View ArticleSuspected Shooter Dies in Confrontation with Police Officer (Regional News)
AUSTIN — Police responded to reports of gunfire in the capital city’s downtown area around 2 a.m. on Nov. 28. An estimated 100 shots were fired in about 10 minutes, hitting buildings including the...
View ArticlePatsy M. Moreland (Obituaries)
Patsy M. Moreland, 73, passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2014 in Lampasas, TX. She was born in Hartshorn, OK to O’Bige West and Inez Hughes West. Patti was preceded in death by her parents; sister,...
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Trail of Lights Entertains Again with Help from Volunteers (Community News)
The entrance to the park lit up with sponsored scenes.By Willard GibbonsBy Retta MartinA very big Thank You the BISD teachers and sponsors who made the 2014 Trail of Lights the most spectacular that...
View ArticleHappy Thanksgiving! (Potpourri)
By Deb YorgensenHappy Thanksgiving to all my friends in Blanco, welcome back to my in-laws, Mel and Ramona, and congratulations to Blanco’s finest goat wrangler and his lovely wife on the birth of...
View ArticleCommunity Choir Hits the Stage, December 5 and 7 (Community News)
The Blanco County Community Choir will present it’s annual Christmas concert Friday, December 5 at 8:00 pm at Community Church of the Hills in Johnson City and Sunday, December 7 at 7:30 pm at First...
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Happy Birthday Elizabeth Dechert Sorrell (Announcements)
Elizabeth Dechert Sorrell turns 104 on December 3rd. She lives at home in Blanco with the help of many of her kids. She also still enjoys playing the 42 domino game and beating everybody. Read...
View ArticleTHANK YOU (Announcements)
The family of Hilda “Nana” Garcia would like to thank the community of Blanco, friends and neighbors for their prayers, support and generosity during this time. Your continued love and support will be...
View ArticleThanksgiving and Decorated Carriages and Wagons at the Buggy Barn (Community...
Was your Thanksgiving filled with turkey and dressing and pumpkin pie and then stringing lights and putting up the Christmas tree? Well, volunteers from San Antonio, Tina Stampley and her daughter...
View ArticleHo Ho Ho, the Blanco Christmas Night Parade is Coming! (Community News)
It is that time of year again. The Blanco Christmas Night Parade will be held on Saturday Dec. 12, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. in beautiful downtown Blanco. The parade will line up up at the Blanco High School...
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