The Great American Cruise (Mustard Seeds)
by Keith J McClellanDieter F. Uchtdorf tells a story about a man “whose lifelong dream was to board a cruise ship and sail the Mediterranean Sea. He dreamed of walking the streets of Rome, Athens, and...
View ArticlePerry Releases Final Decisions on Bills (Regional News)
By Ed SterlingAUSTIN — June 16 was the deadline for the governor to veto or approve legislation passed in the regular session of the 83rd Texas Legislature. Gov. Rick Perry beat the deadline by two...
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Anniversary, Arthur Daniel and Marjorie Preiss (Announcements)
On June 12, 1953 Arthur Daniel and Marjorie Preiss were united in marriage in Sequin, TX. They currently reside in Johnson City. They are blessed with two sons, Carl of Dallas and Kenneth of Flower...
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Audra Janice Joiner (Obituaries)
Audra Janice Joiner was born April 21, 1932 and went to be with the Lord June 4, 2013 with her children by her side. Her parents Alvin and Maggie Duhman Brower preceded her in death: as well as her...
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Sarah Brotzman Qualifies for National Level Pageant (Announcements)
Sarah McKenzi Brotzman, daughter of Corey Brotzman and grand daughter of Mike and Sandra Brotzman was chosen as a State Finalist in the National American Miss Texas Pageant. The pageant was held June 9...
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PEC Board Selects National Industry Expert as New CEO (Community News)
Leading utility expert John D. Hewa has been named as the new chief executive officer of Pedernales Electric Cooperative. Hewa currently works in Arlington, Virginia, as vice president of research,...
View ArticleBYFL Set to Host First BBQ Cook-Off (Community News)
By Heather WagnerThis weekend, June 20-22, the Blanco Youth Football League will host its First Annual BBQ Cook-Off at Yett Park in Blanco. The BYFL Cook-Off will start with set-up on Thursday, and...
View ArticleUptown Blanco to Host Second Annual Children's Festival (Community News)
Blanco Performing Arts will present the second annual Children’s Art Festival on Saturday, June 29 from 8:30-noon at the Uptown Blanco complex. Four talented presenters from different artistic areas...
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Summer Fun! (Community News)
L-R: Jacie and Avery Walla, Baylee Byler & Cameron Scruggs spent all day Saturday playing in the Blanco river, and managed to sink the kayak too! Read Article.1 photo attached to this article.More...
View ArticleNews from the Blanco Library (Community News)
By Crystal SpybuckGot the Too Hot to Be Outside – Summertime Blues? Stop by the library and pick up a bestseller or new movie today! Thanks to our Friends of the Blanco Library, we have added tons of...
View ArticleRevelations Part 23, Chapter 18 (Focus on Faith)
By Mrs. Lawrence CoffeeRevelation 18:1-24 - “1 And after these things I saw another angel come down from heaven, having great power; and the earth was lightened with his glory. 2 And he cried mightily...
View ArticleWhat Fathers Do (Focus on Faith)
By Pastor J.D. Link, agf-blanco.com1John 3:1a says, “Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God.” The name “Father” is powerful and holy. It...
View ArticleRemember The Duck (Focus on Faith)
By John Kinslow, minister, Blanco church of ChristLittle Johnny was visiting his grandparents on their farm. They gave little Johnny a slingshot and he practiced in the woods, but he could never hit...
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Basketball Camp Takes the Court (Sports)
By Diana SchwindRead Article.5 photos attached to this article.More from Sports.
View ArticleIs an ARCHITECT Necessary to Build? (Putting the Pieces Together)
By Debbie Vallone-Homeier, A Paragon Builder / Vallone Real EstateSo many times we get asked the question “Do we need to find an Architect to design and draw our home?”, and my answer is NO. Most...
View ArticleAttention Young (10-18 years) Writers! (Community News)
Blanco County News is hosting a Summer Writing Contest! The theme is “News from 2113” Think you have what it takes to write a newspaper article? Let’s find out! Pick up an official entry form, with...
View ArticleWhere to Start When You’re Going to Market: From Waymond Lightfoot (The Real...
By Texas Assoc. of RealtorsSo your family’s housing needs have changed and you’ve decided to put your home on the market. Now you need to find someone who can successfully market your property and get...
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4 Generations of Pure Joy! (Community News)
We recently returned from Sarasota, Fl. spending time with my 2 children and 2 grandchildren. Of course my Daddy, Harvey "Gene" Green, who will be a young 90 this Dec. lives with me, here in Blanco and...
View ArticleCelebrate July Fourth at the 2013 Spangle Dangle: Fun, Friends, and Fireworks...
By Dale HardyJoin the Celebration! Yes, once again we are going to have a spectacular Fourth of July Spangle Dangle Celebration, an event for all ages, starting in downtown Johnson City. Break out the...
View ArticlePEC Holds Annual Meeting; Members Elect Two Directors (Community News)
From PECPedernales Electric Cooperative welcomed 843 attendees at its annual meeting Saturday, June 22, in Kyle. The annual meeting is the Co-op’s largest and most important event, bringing together...
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