Letter to the Editor (Opinion)
After hearing and reading about the Chicken Express sign fiasco, I wondered, why aren't the people at fault held accountable? It seems the carefully written rules for Blanco's future are ignored or...
View ArticleIs the Builder at Capacity? (Putting the Pieces Together)
By Debbie Vallone-Homeier, A Paragon Builders / Vallone Real EstateHere is an important question to ask your future Builder, “Are you at Capacity?” A good builder will not go over their capacity and...
View ArticleBryan Scott Mumme (Obituaries)
Bryan Scott Mumme, 30, from Blanco, Texas passed away on Sunday November 23, 2014 in Detroit, Michigan. Bryan was born July 30, 1984 in San Antonio, Texas to Tammy L. Bass and Lance Scott Mumme. Bryan...
View ArticlePanel sets $7 billion minimum for Rainy Day Fund (Regional News)
By Ed SterlingAUSTIN — On Dec. 11, a Senate-House joint committee empaneled to adopt a sufficient balance for the state’s “rainy day fund” approved $7 billion as the floor for it. Properly titled the...
View ArticleA Bible in the Hand (Mustard Seeds)
By Keith J. McClellanThe Bible is the best-selling book of all time—estimates run as high as 6 billion worldwide, one for almost every person alive. Yet it’s a rare Bible owner who picks it up often...
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Middle School Basketball Teams (Sports)
7th Grade “A” Team Boys Basketball- Front Row: Bowie Crofts, Tate Trammell, Brandt Wagner, Nick Quintero, and Hayden Riba.Diana Schwind PhotoRead Article.4 photos attached to this article.More from...
View ArticleOwners of Properties to be Annexed Voice Concerns (Community News)
By Priscilla SealsAt a Public Hearing prior to the December 9 meeting of the governing body of Blanco, residents of properties on the list to be annexed by the city had many questions and concerns...
View ArticleFaith Lessons From The Bible, Part 3 (Focus on Faith)
By Pastor J.D. Link, agf-blanco.com, M-F 6:30 pm on AM 630 KSLRRomans 10:17 says, “So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” So far in our series, we have learned these key...
View ArticleDo You Hear His Voice? (Focus on Faith)
By Mrs. Lawrence CoffeeJesus said “10 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that entereth not by the door into the sheepfold, but climbeth up some other way, the same is a thief and a robber. 2 But he...
View ArticleChampionships and the pursuit of excellence (Focus on Faith)
By Pastor Bill Gernenz, Blanco Baptist ChurchLast Friday night, our Blanco Panthers experienced a heart-breaking loss in the state semi-final game. It was a truly honorable championship run that...
View ArticleLetter to the Editor (Opinion)
Editor, Well I continue to be amazed by this community. As the person who heads up the Blanco Night Christmas Parade I am very grateful and humbled by the community spirit. I have so many people to...
View ArticleReception to honor Guthrie, Carter (Community News)
By Charles McClure, cmcclure@blanconews.comBlanco County residents have an opportunity to bid farewell to outgoing County Judge Bill Guthrie and Pct. 1 Justice of the Peace Terry Carter on Dec. 22 at a...
View ArticleBlanco Good Samaritan Center: An inside look (Features)
By Sheryl Smith-RodgersStep inside the Blanco Good Samaritan Center, and you’ll meet volunteers ready to help you with thrift store purchases or food pantry selections. Those volunteers are among 100...
View Article“Whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.” (Fit Tips)
By Sally Windham-BlckburnMy friend, Kim and I like to run a five mile route a few days a week, the mornings I don’t teach classes at the Gem of the Hills. As we pass through the State Park, on the home...
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Lady Panthers Basketball Battles Cougars (Sports)
Reagan Rogers attempts to block a Cougar lay up.Diana Schwind photo.By Diana SchwindThe Lady Panthers took on the Cole Cougars on tuesday, Dec. 9 losing 45-59. The Panthers were led by Lexee Jenkins...
View ArticleWhat Constitutes a Bedroom? (Putting the Pieces Together)
By Debbie Vallone-Homeier, A Paragon Builders / Vallone Real EstateWhat do you think constitutes a bedroom in your home? Do you think the room has to have a door, a window, and a closet? Well the...
View ArticleAll About that Christmas (Oh, Honestly)
By Merannda ButtonI love Christmas Time. I’m not the type to put the tree up the day after Halloween, but I am listening to Christmas music by the day after Thanksgiving. Christmas is really the only...
View ArticleThe Gift (Mustard Seeds)
By Keith J. McClellanOnce upon a time there was a young boy who struggled to find the perfect Christmas gift for his father. A mail-order tie from the Sears & Roebuck catalogue just didn’t seem to...
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Season Ends with Loss to Newton (Sports)
Adrien Dominguez breaks free for a touchdown romp against the Newton Eagles in Blanco's semi-final playoff loss.By Jason MarekWith hopes of playing in Thursday’s 3A Division II State Championship Game...
View ArticlePEC Christmas tree recycling available beginning Dec. 29 (Community News)
Pedernales Electric Cooperative is continuing its holiday tradition of supporting member communities through the PEC Christmas tree recycling program. Recycling begins Dec. 29 and runs through Jan. 9,...
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