Neither Victory Nor Defeat (Mustard Seeds)
by Keith J McClellanTwo seconds remain on the clock. The place kicker carefully notes where the ball will be spotted, takes a couple of measured steps back and two steps sideways. He glances up at the...
View ArticleMarch Primary Election Results (Community News)
The following results reflect Blanco County votes unless otherwise noted. These are the unofficial results. The results will be canvassed on March 13. REP- United States Representative, District 21...
View ArticleJohnnie L. Willgren (Obituaries)
Johnnie L. Willgren entered in to rest on Monday, February 24, 2014. She is preceded in death by her husband Gunnar Willgren and is survived by her children: Steve Willgren (Judy), Wanda Madden...
View ArticleJerry Lee Crossley (Obituaries)
Jerry Lee Crossley, 64 of Haskell, Texas and formerly of Blanco, Texas, passed away on Tuesday February 25, 2014. Graveside services were held in the Blanco Cemetery on March 4, 2014 at 2:00 PM under...
View ArticleFederal Court Rules on Same-Sex Marriage (Regional News)
By Ed SterlingAUSTIN — In the final week before Tuesday, March 4, Primary Election Day, candidates put on final pushes in hopes of getting enough votes to be their party’s nominee for the general...
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Your Blanco Volunteer Fire Department (Community News)
Blanco VFD, with assistance from the Spring Branch and Johnson City Fire Departments and Blanco EMS, responded to a dispatch call reporting a trailer carrying 11 round bales of hay that was on fire at...
View ArticleImprovements to Downtown Top Priority for Blanco Historic Preservation...
From Retta MartinDowntown Revitalization and Historic Preservation were two of the topics covered in the 2005 Blanco Comprehensive Master Plan (CMP). These two topics went hand in hand for...
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Scout Sunday at the United Methodist Church in Blanco (Community News)
Steven, Joe, Denise, Adrian, Kendall, Skylar, Morgan, Mitchell, Joanne, Niki, Simon R. , Nick, Simon H., Sol H., Ryan M., Not pictured Joaquin and Bret T.On Sunday February 16th Troop 497(6 scouts and...
View ArticleLetter to the Editor (Opinion)
On Saturday morning, March 1st, many residents of Landon's Crossing, south of Blanco, were treated to an impromptu "get to know each other better" gathering near the front of the subdivision when...
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Everything You Need to Know About Container Gardening (Regional News)
Highland Lakes Master Gardeners Kitty Rawlings (Left) and Pete Smith (Right) will share “Everything you need to know about Container Gardening” at the 16th Annual Hill Country Lawn & Garden Show on...
View ArticleThe Reality of Eternity Part 2 (Focus on Faith)
By Pastor J.D. Link, agf-blanco.comRead 2Cor 12:1-4. Here we learn, that the Apostle Paul (referring to himself in the third person) was caught up to the Paradise - the third Heaven. The third heaven...
View ArticleWalk Walk Walk (Fit Tips)
By Sally WindhamWalk, walk, walk…it’s free and effective. Walking done well can reduce the risk of heart disease, lower blood pressure, improve insulin/glucose metabolism and aid in the treatment of...
View ArticleProverbs 3 (Focus on Faith)
By Mrs. Lawrence CoffeeProverbs 3: “1 My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: 2 For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee. 3 Let not mercy and...
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Is Winter Over Yet? (Community News)
Another icy night in Central Texas delayed Blanco ISD schools 2 hours on Tuesday, March 4. Read Article.1 photo attached to this article.More from Community News.
View ArticleHow Does Your Garden Grow? (Keep Blanco Beautiful)
By Judy DorsettMarch is a very busy month for all gardeners. There is so much to do; pruning, preparing the soil, fertilizing the shrubs, trees, lawn and mulch to preserve water. Tomatoes seem to be...
View ArticleVictoria Celestine to Release New Album (Features)
Calling Central Texas home isn’t new for Victoria Celestine, but it has been awhile. “It’s really nice to be back in Blanco after 8 years across the sea. It’s definitely always been a home even when I...
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FFA Livestock Teams Do Well at S.A.L.E. (School)
From Jason MarekThe Blanco FFA Chapter recently competed in the San Antonio Livestock Exposition livestock judging competition in both the junior and senior divisions. In the senior contest, Blanco...
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Panthers Fall in Area Playoff Beat Karnes City in Bi-District Round (Sports)
Brett Champion drives past a Badger.By Diana SchwindBy Diana SchwindThe Panthers boys basketball team started the playoffs with a strong Bi-District win, 67-47, over the Karnes City Badgers at...
View ArticleSunrise, Sunset (Oh, Honestly)
By Merannda ButtonI must confess, since I took over as Editor of the Blanco County News, I’ve looked forward to the prospect of writing a column. It’s been nearly a year since I began here, and with...
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Lady Panthers Hit the Diamond (Sports)
Abbie Culton runs past her bunted ball in the Varsity game against Llano.By Diana SchwindBy Diana SchwindThe Blanco Varsity softball team has played 12 games in the past 2 weeks, including 6 in the...
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