Top Tips for a Trouble-Free Closing (The Real Estate Corner)
From Waymond Lightfoot, By Texas Assoc. of RealtorsYou’ve found the perfect house – or buyer – and you’re on your way to closing, where ownership of the property is officially transferred and money...
View ArticleWhat’s in Your Budget? (Putting the Pieces Together)
By Debbie Vallone-Homeier, A Paragon Builder / Vallone Real EstateDo you have Champagne taste with a beer budget? Or can you order the full case of Champagne? No matter what you do, you need to start...
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Cry Out America, National Day of Prayer held on Courthouse Grounds (Community...
September 11, 2013: Over 75 people gathered on the Old Blanco County Courthouse Grounds for Cry Out America, a united prayer event held in honor of the September 11th attacks. Several church leaders...
View ArticleDo you know what you’re paying for every month? (The Real Estate Corner)
From Waymond Lightfoot, By Texas Assoc. of RealtorsWhen you decide to buy a new home, a good first step is to determine how much mortgage you can afford. After talking to a mortgage broker or using a...
View ArticleBlanco County Polling Places (Community News)
Election Day for Constitutional Amendments is November 5, open 7AM to 7PM Pct. Location 102 Blanco Masonic Hall 501 11TH Street, Blanco, TX 201 PEC Auditorium 201 S. Ave F, Johnson City, TX 302, 303...
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Windham, Blanco’s Newest Eagle Scout (Community News)
From L-R: Larry Kuebel, Levi Windham, Sally Windham, Daniel Windham, and Joe Lockwood.Levi Windham, Blanco Boy Scout Troop 497, has earned the highest rank in Scouting, the Rank of Eagle Scout. On...
View ArticleNew Law Requires Farmers, Ranchers To Show Proof of Eligibility For Plates,...
A New law requires farmers and ranchers to show proof of eligibility for plates, excess weight permits a new state law requires farmers and ranchers to show their state comptroller-issued Texas...
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Blanco Cross Country Runners Bound for Regionals (Sports)
Blanco Cross Country Regional Qualifiers: Carinne Johnston, Gracie Edmondson, Sarah Brotzman, Trent Dechert, Coach Mike Seales, Coach Stuart Schultz, Rance Dollahite, Meaghen Seales, Breanna Collins,...
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Courthouse Gala Highlights Generosity of Community (Community News)
Auctioneer Jill Herbert entices bidders at the 23rd Annual Courthouse Gala.Photo by CanyonLakePhoto.comBy Karen WatsonThe citizens of Blanco turned out in record numbers to support their historic...
View ArticleThe Parable of the Unwise Bee (Mustard Seeds)
by Keith J McClellanI have had the pleasure of assisting my wife in documenting the graves in the Blanco Historic Cemetery. Each headstone has a story to tell. We are often struck by the sadness that...
View ArticleEarly Voting Turnout Looks Strong (Regional News)
By Ed SterlingAustin, TX- Texas voters will decide the fate of nine proposed amendments to the state constitution in the coming election. Early voting began Oct. 21 and runs through Nov. 1. Numbers...
View ArticleWashington Garcia Stuns at BPA Opener (Community News)
By Vickie Pautz"Wow" was heard over and over after pianist Washington Garcia's concert, the season opener for Blanco Performing Arts concert series last Saturday night. Dr. Garcia's technical prowess...
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Oral History Project Reception and Library’s 75th Anniversary Celebrated at a...
By Willard GibbonsBy Crystal SpybuckThank you to all who made our Oral History Project Reception such a success! Thank you to Willard Gibbons for commemorating this wonderful event through pictures....
View ArticleLocal Veterans Provide Services Information at October Meeting (Community News)
From Erika FickleThe Blanco American Legion Post 352 October meeting was full of information for members! First, Connie Barron presented information about hospice and services offered by Hill Country...
View ArticleWorld Cookbook calls for Community Contributions (Community News)
Home may be where the heart is, but the kitchen is the heart of the home. Food is at the center of every culture and bonds family together building traditions and creating memories. These are the...
View ArticleInto the Woods opens November 1 at the EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens...
When Into the Woods, the Stephen Sondheim musical based on the book by James Lapine, opens on November 1, audiences will be treated not only to a compelling story and beautiful music, but also to a...
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Junior Bowling League on a Roll (Community News)
Boys Team L-R: Jo Mac Venable, Wade Robinson, Lance Reinhard, Juan Olmedo, Noah Schwarzlose, and Bowie Venable.On Sunday October 20, 2013 the Blanco Junior Bowling League participated in Comal County...
View ArticleOver 300 Elementary Students to Attend Western Showcase (Community News)
The Blanco Buggy Barn Museum and Carriage Hills Ranch will host visitors, kicking off The Second Annual Western Showcase. Friends, family members and lots of school-aged students from preschool to...
View ArticleChamber Announces Art Competition (Community News)
The 2014 Blanco Lavender Festival Steering Committee announces the search for an official art piece to use as the central marketing theme for the highly successful Blanco Lavender Festival. The 2014...
View ArticleCelebrate Light Night at First Baptist Church (Community News)
On Thursday, October 31, from 5:30 to 7:30, at First Baptist Church, children and parents are invited to dress up for this FREE event (please, no violent or horror costumes). Blanco area churches are...
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