First Baptist KIDZ Choirs (Community News)
KIDZ Choirs at First Baptist Church begin rehearsals for the musical An Out of the Box Christmas on Wednesday, September 11 from 6-7pm. This is set at the final dress rehearsal for a children’s...
View ArticleThe EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens presents Shakespeare's Cymbeline...
For Shakespeare fans, the EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens production of Cymbeline, offers one more opportunity to see the Bard’s work on a local stage before year’s end. “Fall Shakespeare” is becoming a...
View ArticleThe Master on Prayer, Part 3 (Focus on Faith)
By Pastor J.D. Link, agf-blanco.comLuk 11:5-13 “And he said unto them, Which of you shall have a friend, and shall go unto him at midnight, and say unto him, Friend, lend me three loaves; For a friend...
View ArticleSeeking God (Focus on Faith)
By Mrs. Lawrence CoffeeIsaiah 48:17 “17 Thus saith the Lord, thy Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel; I am the Lord thy God which teacheth thee to profit, which leadeth thee by the way that thou shouldest...
View ArticleMissing The Real Treasures (Focus on Faith)
John Kinslow, minister, Blanco church of ChristA couple told of an experience they had on a cruise trip. The ship crew was handing out little “Monopoly” dollars (fake bills from the board game) for...
View ArticleJunior Varsity Football Falls to Hawks in Close Game (Sports)
#32 Ryan Ronces is finally taken down by the Canyon Lake defense.By Diana SchwindBy Diana SchwindIn the season opener on Thursday, August 29, the Panther Junior Varsity football team built a 16-0 lead...
View ArticleLady Panthers Take Down Hawks (Sports)
Andrea Calzoncit hits a kill for the Freshman team.By Diana Schwind.By Diana SchwindThe Lady Panthers played the Canyon Lake Lady Hawks on Friday, August 30, posting a 3-0 win with set scores 25-13,...
View ArticleWhat Homebuyers Need to Know About Title Insurance (The Real Estate Corner)
From Waymond Lightfoot, By Texas Assoc. of RealtorsWhat homebuyers need to know about title insurance At some point during your homebuying process, the topic of title insurance is likely to come up....
View ArticleTen Tax Tips for Individuals Selling Their Home (Features)
From The IRSIf you’re selling your main home this summer or sometime this year, the IRS has some helpful tips for you. Even if you make a profit from the sale of your home, you may not have to report...
View ArticleChanges During Building (Putting the Pieces Together)
By Debbie Vallone-Homeier, A Paragon Builder / Vallone Real EstateSo many times we get asked about changes during construction. When can you make them, what will they cost, what happens if you wait...
View ArticleDebbie Vallone-Homeier Graduates from TRLP (Announcements)
Debbie Vallone-Homeier, Broker/e-PRO® /REALTOR®/Owner of Vallone Real Estate II here in Blanco, just graduated from the Texas REALTORS® Leadership Program (TRLP) in San Antonio. This program is by...
View ArticleCommissioners Reinstitute Burn Ban Until October 8th (Community News)
By Tricia HartmannAll four County Commissioners and Judge Bill Guthrie were present for the Regular Meeting held on Tuesday, September 10th at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Blanco...
View ArticleCommunity Members Speak Out at BISD Meeting (School)
“High School Aerospace Scholars” participant Callie Nance with Principal Dr. Barton.By Priscilla SealsThe library at Blanco High School was crowded with veterans and community supporters at the...
View ArticleHill Country Heartbeat Sets up for Fundraiser (Community News)
2013 Dodge Ram Lone Star up for Raffle.Barbecue and Bands is the theme for Hill Country Heartbeat, a fundraiser for your local EMS, this Saturday, September 14, starting at 4 P.M. at Yett Park, on...
View ArticlePanthers Defeat Rival Bobcats (Sports)
#34 Cove Chick stretches for the final Touchdown during the Comfort game.by Diana SchwindBy Jason MarekBlanco improved to 2 and 0 on the season as they defeated the visiting Comfort Bobcats 39-14 in...
View ArticleLawsuit Filed Over American Legion Lease: Post 352 Seeks Judgment in...
The eviction noticed posted on the door of the American Legion BuildingBy Heather WagnerFollowing the posting of a 10-day eviction notice on its door, the American Legion Post #352 has filed a lawsuit...
View ArticleThe Choir Festival (Mustard Seeds)
by Keith J McClellanWhen I became principal at Socorro High School in El Paso, there were 1,660 students housed on a campus designed for half that many--I don’t remember how many portable classrooms...
View ArticleCourt Lets Redistricting Maps Stand, For Now (Regional News)
AUSTIN — A San Antonio federal court on Sept. 6 ordered that redistricting maps passed by the 2013 Texas Legislature will serve as interim plans and those plans would be used in upcoming elections,...
View ArticleThank You Letter from the Forsberg Family (Announcements)
Dear Family and Friends, In reality, words cannot express our deepest thanks to each and every one of you who've been here for our entire family during this time of great loss due to our dearest David...
View ArticleRick Grigsby (Obituaries)
Rick Grigsby (Rickey Lee) long time resident of Blanco passed away on Thursday afternoon, September 5th. Rick owned the Broken Arrow Gallery on the Blanco Square for many years. Rick was an...
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