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Photos from the Panther Band Sunset Concert (School)
Blanco was treated to a concert by the Panther Bnad on the grounds of the courthouse on August 20. Photos by Diana Schwind Read Article.7 photos attached to this article.More from School.
View ArticleDon’t Go it Alone (The Real Estate Corner)
From Waymond Lightfoot, By Texas Assoc. of RealtorsAre you considering selling your home soon? Maybe you’re thinking you don’t need a realtor. You can just do it yourself … how hard could it be, right?...
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Rileys Donate to Hill Country Heartbeat (Community News)
Do you miss Riley's Bar-B-Q? Come to the EMS Hill Country Heartbeat fundraiser September 14th and enjoy some of the finest Bar-B-Q in the county. Judge Riley is donating the sauce and rub and Charles...
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14th Annual Wild Game Dinner Set for October 5th (Community News)
Guns for the Auction.By Peggy WallaceDon’t miss the 14th Anniversary of the Wild Game Dinner fundraiser scheduled for October 5th in Johnson City at the Blanco County Show Barn beginning at 5:00 PM....
View Article23rd Annual Old Blanco County Courthouse Gala Returns October 19 (Community...
In keeping with the spirit of the rich history of the Old Blanco County Courthouse the theme for the fundraising gala this year is “True Grit”. In 1986 the citizens of Blanco formed the Old Blanco...
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Mixed Emotions Felt Among the Blanco ISD Family on First Week of School (School)
Michele SkillmanFrom BISDThe 2013—2014 school year got off to a great start on Monday. However, the Monday’s excitement was dampened on Tuesday when it was learned that high school counselor Michele...
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Panthers Defeat Canyon Lake in Season Opener (Sports)
Logan Dodd scores the first touchdown of the season.By Merannda ButtonBy Jason MarekAfter last year’s heartbreaking loss to Canyon Lake in the season opener, the Panthers returned the favor this year...
View ArticleSocial Entrepreneurs (Mustard Seeds)
by Keith J McClellanHave you heard of TOMS shoes? Back in 2006 Blake Mycoskie was traveling in Argentina and witnessed the hardships of children growing up without shoes. His solution to the problem...
View ArticleTexas Press Association State Capital Highlights: TxDOT to get Input on Road...
By Ed SterlingAUSTIN — Concerns over the state's upkeep of paved roads in oil and gas production and exploration zones in South Texas and West Texas emerged and have continued since July, during the...
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Healing Arts Physician Brings Functional Medicine to Blanco (Community News)
Dr. Dane MosherDr. Dane Mosher has joined the staff at Healing Arts Community Health Center. He provides functional medicine consultations and osteopathic manipulations. Real Ale Brewing Company...
View ArticleStripes Convenience Stores Provide Fundraising Support for 4-H in Texas,...
By Paul SchattenbergThe Texas 4-H Youth Development Foundation and Stripes Convenience Stores will begin the fourth year of their 4-H fundraising alliance in conjunction with Stripes Store locations in...
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Ganell Pemberton: October 13, 1923 – August 12, 2013 (Obituaries)
After a 12 month struggle, Ganell, beloved wife of Charley Pemberton, died at Harbour Hospice in Beaumont, TX. Besides Charley, she is survived by 2 daughters, 2 step-children, 3 grandchildren and 3...
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Garrett and “Hester” Grand Champions at Blanco County Fair and Rodeo...
Hanna Garrett, showing under Blanco FFA, and her exotic steer ” Hester” won Grand Champion Market Steer at Blanco County Fair 2013. Hanna purchased Hester last spring and has already hauled him to...
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Five Generations (Announcements)
Elizabeth Sorrell is shown here with her first great great granddaughter, Kyla Lynn Simms, born august 14th. She is being held by her mother Kindra Lynn Simms. Back row is grandmother Sharon Schumann...
View Article“Cops Community Service” Addiction Outreach from JCPD (Community News)
By JCPD Chief Randy HollandAs we all know illegal drug abuse, prescription drug abuse and alcohol abuse is an addiction that is a hard battle to fight alone. Each of us know someone that has been...
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Mid-Tex Symphony Presents 36th Season of Music (Community News)
Violinist Charles YangOn Sunday, September 15, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. the Mid-Texas Symphony will open its 36th Season at Jackson Auditorium on the Texas Lutheran University Campus in Seguin. Music Director...
View ArticleBill's Organic Garden – Fall and Winter Signs (Features)
By Bill LuedeckeHave you noticed that Mother Nature is sending us a big signal? The Live Oak trees are putting on a large amount of acorns and doing this earlier than normal years. Also, have you seen...
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The Tejanitos Art on Display at the Blanco Library (Community News)
Front Row: Celeste, Natalie, Andrea, Townes, and Landon. Back Row: Nezzie and Mckenna.By Merannda ButtonBy Olga IbarraThe Blanco Library will host an art display, "Expressions of Color on Canvas by...
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Local Wildlife (Community News)
Karen Watson snapped these photos of some local wildlife. Above, a young elk with it’s mother. Below, two blackbuck antelope. Read Article.2 photos attached to this article.More from Community News.
View ArticleBlanco County Community Choir (Announcements)
It’s that time again – time to begin thinking about a Christmas performance from the Blanco County Community Choir! Rehearsals will begin on September 15 at 4:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in...
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