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Fourteen Panther Band Students Qualify for State Solo and Ensemble Contest...
State Solo and Ensemble Qualifiers—(L to R) Jonathan Campbell, Kailan Webster, Alina Aly, Echoe Burkhart, Jordan Forsberg, Steven Flores, Michael Bagley, Lane Hoelting, Charity Windham, Luis Elizondo,...
View ArticleThe Almost Frozen Sugar Beets (Mustard Seeds)
By Keith J. McClellan“Offered help stinks!” declared my great grandfather to his new daughter-in-law. When I first read that I thought it was pretty harsh, especially since she had just offered to help...
View ArticleMunicipal Court Convictions for December 2012 (Public Records)
Robert Avera, Speeding Wayman Buchanan, Passing in No Passing Zone Max Cabrera, Speeding Cody Calder, Minor in possession of Alcohol, Failure to Appear Abraham Carrizales, Speeding Raul Chapa, Speeding...
View ArticleNews from the Blanco Library (Community News)
By Crystal SpybuckRemember that San Antonio artist and former Blanco resident, Betsy Dudley, will be speaking about her new book, Rena’s Gospel of Beauty, which is about her grandmother (the original...
View ArticleTexas Press Association State Capital Highlights: Judge rules against school...
By Ed SterlingAUSTIN — Texas’ current school finance system fails to provide substantially equal access to revenues needed to provide “a general diffusion of knowledge” in accordance with the state...
View ArticleESD Looks for New Board Members (Community News)
Retired? Looking for something to do? Do you want to make sure there are emergency services ready to respond to your emergency? The South Blanco County Emergency Services District (ESD) needs you! This...
View ArticleCharlie Rappmund (Obituaries)
Charlie Rappmund, 93, passed away February 11, 2013 in Blanco, TX. He was born November 4, 1919 in Converse, TX to Louis Rappmund and Martha Huebner Rappmund. His siblings are Erman Rappmund, Raymond...
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Clifford L. Stovall (Obituaries)
Clifford L. Stovall, 87, of Blanco, passed away on Thursday, February 7, 2013 at his home surrounded by his family. Clifford was born in Manitou, Oklahoma to Walter L. and Tennie Leta (Orbison)...
View ArticleScholarships Announced (Community News)
The Women’s Auxiliary to the Texas Sheep and Goat Raiser’s Association, Hill Country Chapter, is once again offering scholarship opportunities to area high school seniors and current university...
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Cub Scout Pack 497 Holds Pinewood Derby (Community News)
“Gentlemen, start your cars.” Cub Scout Pack 497 held their annual Pinewood Derby on Sunday February 3, 2013 at the United Methodist Church. The race was a double elimination and each boy had the...
View ArticleStars-in-the-Park Undeterred by Cloudy Skies (Community News)
Despite overcast skies, 42 people participated in last Saturday’s Stars-in-the-Park event at Blanco State Park. “We’re just amazed at the level of interest in astronomy,” said Park Interpretive Ranger...
View ArticleKeep Blanco Beautiful for February 13 (Keep Blanco Beautiful)
By Martha GosnellWe’ve had spring and winter Blanco is registered for the 2013 Texas Trash-off Event. This year it will be held Saturday, April 13th. That is the second Saturday in April. So mark your...
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Blanco Cowboy Church Celebrates 13 Years (Focus on Faith)
Kylene Kramer and Reilly Rust watering their horses at Blanco Cowboy Church.During the Sunday morning worship services on February 3, the Blanco Cowboy Church celebrated their 13-year anniversary. A...
View ArticleStaying on Top Every Day (Focus on Faith)
By Roger CampbellTime is priceless. A dying queen is said to have cried, “Millions in money for an inch of time.” Each of us is allotted a certain amount of time. How then shall we make the best use of...
View ArticleRevelations Part 5: “Accountability” – Deuteronomy 29:29 to 30:1-20 (Focus on...
By Mrs. Lawrence CoffeeBefore we continue with Revelations chapter three, I must share accountability, because after we’ve heard, we’re accountable for it. Romans 14:12 “So then every one of us shall...
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Southside Meet, February 6, San Antonio, Texas (Sports)
Abby Beard prepares for the dead lift.Photo by Diana Schwind.Individual Results, by Weight Category Boys—2nd Place Team 1st—Mason LeBlanc 2nd—Phil Alvarado 2nd—Chris Barnett 2nd—Alex Juarez 2nd—Hunter...
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Masonic Lodge #216 Sponsors Fantastic Teeth Fan Club (School)
From Blanco ISDBlanco Masonic Lodge # 216 delivered over sixty free tooth decay prevention kits to first graders at Blanco Elementary this week as part of a state-wide program to improve dental health....
View ArticleSearch Begins for Miss Teen, Miss, Mrs. Blanco County 2013 (Announcements)
Have you always wanted to make a difference in your community, but didn’t know where to start? All around Texas, women are finding that a crown can serve as a “megaphone” to promote a cause or issue....
View ArticleThinking about buying your first home? Answer 5 questions first (The Real...
From Waymond Lightfoot, By Texas Assoc. of RealtorsWe make small decisions every day, like what to wear to work. Bigger decisions usually take more time to sort through, like when it’s the right time...
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Panthers Victorious over Vikings, Win Nail-Biter Against Bobcats (Sports)
Josh McCaslin drives over the Lago Vista player.Photo by Diana Schwind.By Diana SchwindThe Panthers recorded two more district wins to maintain their tie with Ingram for first in the District 27-2A...
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