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Winners of Middle School Spelling Bee Announced (School)
Left to right: 1st Ciara Keogh—7th grade, 2nd Taylor Kotfas—6th grade, 3rd Chris Prosise—8th grade.Photo courtesy Blanco ISD.From Blanco ISDWinners of the Blanco Middle School Spelling Bee were honored...
View ArticleWhat is a Septic System? (Putting the Pieces Together)
By Debbie Vallone-Homeier, A Paragon Builder / Vallone Real EstateJust recently during a real estate inspection, my client asked me why the house had a aerobic system versus a conventional, so thought...
View ArticleHow will different types of buyers affect your sale? (The Real Estate Corner)
From Waymond Lightfoot, By Texas Assoc. of RealtorsPeople may select homes based on their wants and needs, but their personalities affect the transaction, too. As a seller, you can benefit from knowing...
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Panther Softball 3 – 1 in District, Fall to Comfort in Nail-biter (Sports)
Angel Williams catches for the Panthers against the Ingram Warriors.Photo by Diana Schwind.By Diana SchwindThe Panther softball team completed the first round of district play with a 3 – 1 record. On...
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All-District Girls Basketball (Sports)
Photo by Diana Schwind.All-District Girls Basketball honorees left to right are Sophomore, Jamie McClinton, honorable mention, Sophomore, Charlsey Smith, 1st team, Junior, Meaghen Seales. 1st team,...
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All-District Boys Basketball (Sports)
Photo by Diana Schwind.All-District Boys Basketball honorees are, back row, Senior, Colton Childress, 1st team, Junior Kyle Sauceda, District co-MVP and Junior Carlin Green, 1st team. Also front row,...
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Baseball 3-0 in District (Sports)
Josh McCaslin makes the connection against Johnson City.Photo by Diana Schwind.Ingram: 16-0, Johnson City: 11-3, Comfort: 12-10. Story to follow next week. Read Article.2 photos attached to this...
View ArticleBlanco Volunteer Fire Department Hosts Fish Fry Fundraiser Sat. (Community News)
By Judy BrewerThe fire department is having their sixteenth annual Fish Fry this Saturday, April 6, from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm at the fire station on 5th and Pecan. The funds raised in the past four years...
View ArticleRodriguez Sentenced for 2011 Fatal Accident (Community News)
By Dawn CapraOn March 21, Trenton Rodriguez was sentenced for his actions regarding the accident on October 22, 2011, in which one teen was killed and another injured. For the Intoxication Assault with...
View ArticlePeyton Colony School Welcomes Back Students for Historic Event (Community News)
The Peyton Colony School is opening its doors this Saturday, April 6. Volunteers have been working to remodel and repair the old school building in preparation for the event. The community is invited...
View ArticleBlanco a Destination for Wild Woman Weekend (Community News)
People from near and far will be taking a drive through the Hill Country with the windows down to fully experience the ultimate “Gal Pal” trip and party with a purpose. Diverse activities, an historic...
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The GVTC Foundation Supports Area Youth Through Young Life (Community News)
An organization dedicated to interacting with teens through Christian ministry and peer relationships is getting financial assistance from The GVTC Foundation. The Blanco chapter of the Young Life...
View ArticleIt’s Not Market Days, It’s Model A Ford Days (Community News)
Experience the adventure and history of the early Model A Ford automobile. The Lone Star Model A Ford Club is a chapter of the Model A Ford Club of America. This famous national historical society is...
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Easter Bunny Leads Hunt in Bindseil Park (Community News)
The Easter Bunny signals the start of the hunt.The Easter Bunny took time out of his busy schedule to stop by the Square on Saturday, March 30, to take pictures with children and to lead an Easter egg...
View ArticleYou Knew What I Was (Mustard Seeds)
By Keith J. McClellanA story has long been circulated that has been attributed to several sources including Aesop and his fables. It goes something like this: A young girl was trudging along a mountain...
View ArticleTexas Press Association State Capital Highlights: Water, school testing bills...
By Ed SterlingAUSTIN — House Bill 5, legislation proposing to change public school testing requirements, and House Bill 4, proposing to fund water infrastructure, drew spotlights at the state Capitol...
View ArticleRandy Way (Obituaries)
Randy Way, 54 of Blanco passed away on Sunday at his home surrounded by his loving family. Graveside services were held on Thursday March 28, 2013 at the Masonic Cemetery in Johnson City under the...
View ArticleThank You: Gratitude for your part in Blanco’s Community-Wide Resurrection...
By Pastor Phil ThompsonFirst, we want to thank this newspaper for faithfully supporting this community by having a “Focus on Faith” section in their paper, allowing the word of God and announcements to...
View ArticleArvin Weber (Obituaries)
Arvin Otto Weber, 90, of Blanco, Kendall County, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2013 surrounded by family. Services will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, April 6, 2013 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Blanco, with...
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Farm Bureau Donates to Good Sam (Announcements)
Mary Huser with Blanco Good Samaritan and Kenneth Moore.To celebrate Food Connection week, the Blanco County Farm Bureau donated $250 to the Blanco Good Samaritan Center. Food Connection week was...
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