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Sometime on November 24th or 25th, locks were cut on 24 or 25 storage units at the Blanco Mini-Warehouse Storage Unit facility on Highway 281 north of the square in Blanco. According to acting Police Chief Larry Feinstein, a renter of one of the units noticed that the lock on her unit had been cut with bolt cutters and that a number of things had been taken.
Friday, November 23 Christmas Lighting & Caroling – Old Blanco County Courthouse, 300 Main St. Join in Christmas caroling on the Courthouse steps at 5:15pm. Annual town lighting at 6pm. Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus in the Old Blanco County Courthouse, shop local merchants on the Historic Square while enjoying refreshments and listening to Christmas music in various shops.
Prepare to delight yourself as you enjoy the spectacular light displays provided to you here in Johnson City. This year marks the 23nd anniversary of Lights Spectacular, Hill Country Style. Proclaimed as “the Centerpiece of one of the biggest shows on the Texas Hill Country Regional Christmas Lighting Trail” by Southern Living magazine, the Lights Spectacular features a courthouse that “shines brighter than the star of Bethlehem”.
The Lights Spectacular 5K, hosted by First Christian Church of Johnson City, returns this Saturday. Last year, over 140 racers participated in the third annual Lights Spectacular 5K. Afterwards, racers and their families enjoyed the lights and festivities of Lights Spectacular. Local businesses, restaurants, and charity booths benefitted from the increased number of visitors the race brought to Johnson City. This year’s run will be held on Saturday, November 24, 2012, at 3:00 pm during the ...
Last year, Buggy Barn Museum and Carriage Hills Ranch hosted the wildly successful first annual Christmas Concert and Chuck Wagon meal. The event returns again this year on Saturday, December 1, at Carriage Hills Ranch. The musical entertainment will be provided by Jean Prescott. There will be carriage rides, knife-throwing demonstrations at 4pm, a visit from Santa Claus at 5:30pm, and dinner is served up from the assembled chuck wagons at 6pm.
The Blanco County Commissioners Court held two meetings on Tuesday, November 27, 2012, and all four commissioners were present. The first meeting was held at 9:00 am and addressed the GovDeals bid of $2,625.00 for the 2002 green Crown Victoria. No action was taken at the present time. The second meeting opened at 10:30 am, also with all four commissioners present.
At their regular meeting on November 13, members of the governing body of Blanco adopted a Taser policy for the Blanco Police Department, contingent upon review by City Attorney Eddy Rogers. Acting Chief Larry Feinstein gave council members copies of the policy, which he said is standard for many law enforcement agencies.
With a line stretching out the door and to the street, kids lined up for their chance to speak with Santa Claus at the Old Blanco County Courthouse after the annual lighting.
On Thursday, November 8, the Garden Club of Johnson City hosted an informational meeting introducing Dr. Bonita Baskin and the Hill Country Science Mill. Dr. Baskin has purchased the old feed mill building and has plans to renovate the building and open a state of the art hands-on Science Museum.
On December 1 and 15, from 6pm to 9pm, the LBJ Boyhood Home, located at 200 E. Elm Street in Johnson City, will be lamp lit, giving visitors an opportunity to experience family life at the Johnson's house as it was during the 1920s. This experience is a great contrast to the lights display of "Lights Spectacular"
After a close first half this past Friday, the Blanco Panthers put together a dominant second half to defeat Danbury 47 to 21 and claim a bi-district championship in the first round of the state playoffs. The Panthers will now take on Karnes City in the area round of the playoffs this coming Friday. In their game against Danbury, the Panthers opened with 3 first-quarter TDs as Tim Goodman started the scoring with a 4-yard run, followed by a 40-yard fumble return by Colton Childress and finally ...
After pulling out a last-minute victory this past Friday over Karnes City, Blanco claimed an area championship and picked up their eighth win of the season. The Blanco Panthers will advance to face East Bernard this coming Friday, with hopes of advancing to the Region IV Championship game. The Badgers proved to be one of the stronger opponents the Panthers have faced all year as the 9 and 1 team from Karnes City sported one of the better defenses in South Texas, having recorded 4 shutouts in d ...
Blanco National Bank is sponsoring sled riding in Bindseil Park (next to Blanco City Hall on the Square) under the Byars Tree on Saturday, December 1, from 11am to 5pm. Sleds will be provided. The event is hosted by the Christmas in Blanco Association.
You’ve crunched the numbers and decided to purchase a home. While you may be able to afford a new mortgage payment, you need to make sure that you’ve accounted for all of the long-term costs associated with homeownership. Here are seven other expenses you should know about. Which type of loan will you get? The loan you choose can greatly affect the amount you pay for your home over the years.
2Cor 10:3-5 says, “For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds;) Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ.” This week we will continue to look at a Christian worldview, and what that means.
"Shout joyfully to the Lord, all the earth. Serve the Lord with gladness; Come before Him with joyful singing. Know that the Lord Himself is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; We are His people and the sheep of His pasture. Enter His gates with thanksgiving And His courts with praise.
This past year was an exceptional year for growth of weeds and invasive plants of all kinds. After several years of the drought we have been experiencing, we finally caught some rains this past winter and just about every weed seed out there germinated and grew this past summer. Record crops of thistles of all kinds were reported to be over-running native pastures. Brush species also took advantage of the soil moisture and flourished through the summer and fall.
The giant monument in honor of the historic Battle of San Jacinto in East Texas is impressive from any angle. It is the world’s tallest memorial column at 567 feet. It wasn’t supposed to be taller than the Washington Monument but when they placed the 220-ton star on top, measuring 34 feet from point to point, it topped out at higher than its Washington, D.C.
Christmas is upon us again. Let us not forget our seniors, living at Live Oak Nursing Home. Take a stroll through Brieger Pottery, shop and pick out an angel or two from our tree, and help our residents have a Merry Christmas. Our residents thank you in advance for your warm generosity and wish you and yours a very Happy Holiday.
Are you sure you have the perfect spot to build? Maybe it is or maybe it is not. Coming from the city years ago, I wish someone would have explained a lot more about buying in the country. There are so many things to consider. And I don’t just mean for the moment.
MS Boys Basketball vs. Comfort -- 7B loss 8-22. 8B win 8-5. 7A loss 14-23. 8A win 21-19. MS Girls Basketball vs. Comfort -- 7B win 16-6. 8B win 9-6. 7A loss 16-22. 8A win 30-8.
The holidays are fast approaching, which means parties, shopping, hosting, visiting family and friends and, most likely, busy schedules and stress. It’s also the time of year when people tend to gain weight. Starting an exercise routine and healthy eating habits now, rather than after the holidays, can make sticking to a diet and exercise regimen a habit by the time the Thanksgiving turkey is carved.
Two former Blanco football players, Derek Tesch (2009) and Henry Greathouse (2010), study at and play for the Texas A&M University-Kingsland Javelinas. Derek is the team's deep snapper and plays tight end. In 2011, Derek was named to the Lone Star Conference First Team as a deep snapper and honorable mention as a tight end.
On November 17, 2012, the museum held a very successful yard sale and enjoyed several great events also. Honored with new cowboy hats were Lawrence Coffee and Kent Fortune, as these gentlemen have continuously assisted with tours and guided the museum with their knowledge. Plus they loaned us a lot of the neat stuff being displayed in the museum! We have opened the new exhibit with the 212-year-old Bible.
AUSTIN — To pass a budget bill is the Texas Legislature’s main job, but it is the 10-member Legislative Budget Board’s job to propose how much money the state may spend. At a Nov. 15 public hearing, the Board offered up a 2014-2015 two-year state budget capped at $78 billion per year, observing the constitutional spending limit.
Boerne Champion HS Auditorium will be home to three large stage productions normally experienced only in larger international venues as Boerne Performing Arts presents their second season of bringing the world of performing arts to our community and providing easy ticketing, easy transportation, and easy parking for every event. Online ticket services for both single events and for the three-concert series are now available at www.boerneperformingarts.com.
Student council members Kelton and Hayden were the top sellers for the candy sale. Both boys received a gift card for their prize. Kelton was the first place seller, while Hayden was the second place seller. This was a very successful fundraiser!
CASA for the Highland Lakes Area, a charitable non-profit organization that speaks up for the best interest of abused and neglected children, is currently collecting donations for its Angel Tree. This year our angels can be found in Blanco at Redbud Café at 410 4th Street. We are asking for the donation of new and unwrapped gifts, or gift cards.
Our small CASA kids need big voices! Will you stand up and speak for a child in crisis? CASA is the link between the present and the future for children placed in the foster-care system. CASA for the Highland Lakes Area is forming its first training class of 2013. A non-profit organization, CASA speaks up for the best interest of abused and neglected children in Blanco, Burnet, Lampasas, Llano, and San Saba counties.
U.S. stocks closed higher on Friday for the first day out of the last four after leaders in Congress reported progress in talks with President Obama about cutting the government’s budget deficit. The Dow closed at 12,588.31 for the week. One headline read, “Obama, top lawmakers meet, express optimism.” The article by the New York Times reported that Democrat and Republican leaders of Congress emerged from their first budget meeting with the President at the White House on Friday and joint ...
The stock market closed at 13009.69 this past Friday, marking a 172.79 point jump because of news overseas and retail sales numbers from Black Friday. Stock traders were encouraged by positive economic news from Germany and China, two engines of global growth. Technology stocks soared after a few weeks of selling.
The money Blanco County residents donated last week for Superstorm Sandy is already in the hands of the survivors, and most likely has been spent by now. As the huge storm passed its two-week anniversary, news stories turned from rescue and aid to the people not yet helped, and donations that haven't yet reached recipients. Not a problem with Blanco County's relief. Money given by individuals and churches came together at the First United Methodist Church in Johnson City, where they were tur ...
Soon the lobby of Hill Country Memorial (HCM) hospital will shine even brighter as the Tree of Lights honors and remembers loved ones. Each $10 gift will add a light to the tree. The Tree of Lights may be seen in the HCM main lobby from November 26 through December 31. Gifts are tax-deductible and help support the hospital through the Hill Country Memorial Hospital (HCMH) Foundation and enable HCM to continue providing remarkable health care to the Texas Hill Country. Since its inception in 1 ...
Herman Wade Schlameus passed away in his sleep on November 8th, 2012. Wade was born to Herman and Melitta Schlameus at their home east of Blanco, Texas, on November 27, 1937. He was the 7th of 8 children. Wade grew up in a tight-knit farm and ranch family with 4 brothers and 3 sisters.
As a homeowner, you know that there are certain aspects of a home that can’t be changed, like its location. You also know that some upgrades, like adding a deck or renovating a bathroom, don’t come without major costs. When you’re selling your home, though, there are some low-cost or even free tweaks that will give buyers a positive first impression. Get an objective opinion Don’t skip the basics that will make your home more attractive to would-be buyers.
Malinda Campbell shot her first deer on November 16 at the Bar H/Bruemmer Ranch just south of Blanco.
On Saturday evening, November 17, Christyn Champion shot her first deer, a doe, on her family’s farm just east of Blanco with a 270 Winchester.
Margo Davis harvested this whitetail deer scoring 155-3/8 on November 9 while hunting on the STC Ranch near Brownwood, Texas.
Sam Davis harvested this double drop-tine Mule Deer Buck on November 23 near Amarillo, Texas.
I was copying some pages from a music book on my printer at home, and suddenly was engulfed in the realization that I am so blessed with what God has given me! I have a home with a computer, printer, musical instrument, books, etc. I am so blessed! Compared to what some people are enduring right now, their homes washed away by hurricane Sandy, living in shelters and trying to go to their jobs, if their job is indeed functioning, and that’s if they have transportation.
Elijah Baker, Fail to maintain financial responsibility, Speeding 10% above posted limit Courtney Livingston, Speeding 10% above posted limit Cody Foster, Speeding 10% above posted limit James Bradshaw, Speeding 10% above posted limit Kelly Ward, Speeding 10% above posted limit Juan De La Fuente, Speeding 10% above posted limit Ronnie Hardman, Miscellaneous Violations Carrie Eplen, Speeding 10% above posted limit Dana Yarter, Speeding 10% above posted limit Gabriel Rocha, Spee ...
Tanner Jones, Assault-Misdemeanor Nicholas Brooks, Unsafe Speed John Macias, Miscellaneous Non-Traffic Violation Marjorie Fudge, Assault Shad Gragg, No Valid Inspection Justin Gamez, Operating Unregistered Motor Vehicle Micah Moore, Speeding 10% above posted limit Guillermo Fonseca, No or defective drivers license plate lamp Henry Latham, Speeding 10% above posted limit Carla Medina-Watford, Speeding 10% above posted limit Brenda Newman, Speeding 10% above posted limit Sha ...
Thanksgiving is a time for eating turkey, sharing time with family and thanking God for all the blessings of the year. The core group of Keep Blanco Beautiful wishes to take this opportunity to thank all those unheralded citizens who aide us in keeping our small town beautiful and promoting the “Blanco Spirit” which makes our community so special.
The Hill County Law Enforcement Association (HCLEA) was formed about a year ago at the urging of then Blanco County Sheriff Bill Elsbury following the late sheriff’s vision to promote and encourage more communication and cooperation among the Sheriffs’ offices in the local judicial district. With Sheriff Elsbury as the cornerstone, the sheriffs of Blanco, Burnet, Llano, San Saba, and Lampasas counties, along with their designated employees, began meeting. The HCLEA meets monthly on the th ...
Dear Editor, Regarding the faith-based column "Christian Worldview Revisited,” Pastor Link abuses his privilege. This is not the place to advance political views disguised as the teachings of the Bible. As an independent voter, I am highly in favor of some principles of the Republican party and likewise am in favor of some of the principles of the Democratic party (hence my self-proclaimed independence).
Blanco Lions and Leo Clubs are teaming together to make your Christmas Holidays a little warmer. We are having a coat drive for Blanco, Texas to ensure that everyone has a coat. Please drop off your gently used or new coats that are just hanging around. Drop off locations will be at the Baptist, Lutheran, and Methodist Churches.
Sales tax collection remains a key revenue source in local funding. On September 12, the Office of the Texas Comptroller distributed $86,690 in sales tax to local Blanco County governments, bringing the total to $1,198,346 to end the current fiscal year. Local entities receiving sales tax revenue include Blanco County, the cities of Blanco, Johnson City and Round Mountain, and the Blanco County North and South Library Districts.
The Masonic Grand Lodge of Texas conducted a cornerstone dedication ceremony at the elementary building project on Thursday. Masonic dignitaries from throughout the region were in attendance. “It was an honor to be able to conduct the cornerstone ceremony here at Blanco, where the connection between the school and Masonry goes so far back,” said Past Grand Master Gene Carnes, who officiated the ceremony. In 1874, Blanco Lodge # 216 got approval from the Grand Lodge to build a Masonic Univ ...
If you have ever wanted to know more about good gardening practices, the difference between good and bad insects, which grasses or plants to use in your particular location or why your efforts at gardening may not have been successful in the past, this is your opportunity to get information from the experts, meet new people with your same gardening interests, and have fun while you learn.. Training Classes for new Master Gardener members will begin January 8, 2013 in Johnson City.
Boys Middle School Basketball vs. Johnson City, November 26 7th B Won 20-6 Brandon Phipps 6 Sebastian Flores 2 Tristan Lopez 4 Isaiah Delgado 8 7th A Lost 18-38 Jo Mac Wyatt 2 Peyton Van Dyke 3 Cade Smith 6 Ty Preiss 2 Will Granberg 3 Kaleb Hunter 2 8th B Won 14-0 Jeremy Kindla 4 Joaquin Olmeda 2 Tanner Cain 4 Jacob Ruiz 2 Pablo Guajardo 2 8th A Won 19-14 Garrett Seales 5 Noah Wheeler 2 Kailen Webster 6 Jonathan Campbell 2 Kameron Martinez 4 Girls Middle School Basketba ...
Notice: On November 21 we will be open only 10am – 2pm; close the 22nd & 23rd, then open on November 24 as usual. Help your community and give yourself a break by participating in our Food for Fines program. Just bring in un-expired and undamaged boxed or canned goods to pay off your overdue fines; 1 food item = $1 off.
Food for Fines is back! Help your community and give yourself a break by participating in our Food for Fines program. Just bring in un-expired and undamaged boxed or canned food good to pay off your overdue fines; 1 food item = $1 off. All donations go to Good Samaritan to help families in need for the holidays.
AUSTIN — Nov. 16 was the deadline for Texas and the other states to declare their intentions regarding the formation of health care exchanges, as set forth in the federal “Affordable Care” law, referred to by some as “Obama Care.” Gov. Rick Perry’s declaration came in the form of a Nov.
I’ve noticed that all the wild turkeys I saw on our road over the past few weeks have run for the hills, so maybe it’s time for a ham for Thanksgiving! A shout-out to Tina at the post office, glad to hear she is feeling better. The chili cookoff held this weekend was won by our own Mikey Hounsell!
That's Sherry Jenkins interviewing Billy Windsor of Kerrville about his military experiences during World War II. Jenkins was one of a group of volunteers who went to Kerrville to learn how to do the interviews for the American Red Cross on behalf of the Library of Congress, which wants the videos of the conversations for its archives, to benefit future historians.
Red Ribbon Week was kicked off with a “You CAN Be Healthy and Drug Free!” food drive. The final count for food items brought in by the students was just under 1000. Student Council members Addy Seymour, Kyla Davis, and Kelton Marek helped with the final day of collections. All donations went to Blanco Good Samaritan Center.
In a time when we should be filled with thanksgiving, some people around the world are suffering great calamities. We send up prayers for those who have lost loved ones and homes. Huge storms across the world are causing anguish and hardships, and nations are at war against nations. We pray for Israel and for protection of the innocent. Here in America, particularly here in Texas, I feel safe from destruction.
Luke 17:12-18 says, “And as he entered into a certain village, there met him ten men that were lepers, which stood afar off: And they lifted up their voices, and said, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us. And when he saw them, he said unto them, Go show yourselves unto the priests.
In 1942 following the outbreak of World War II, the Japanese assaulted the Philippine Islands and ultimately captured them. Because the U.S. Navy was unable to evacuate stranded soldiers, this action resulted in the capture of some 60,000 Filipino, 15,000 American and several thousand British soldiers. The capture of the allied troops led to the infamous 80-mile Bataan Death March which has been described in Congressional testimony thusly: “They were beaten and they were starved as they marc ...
There are so many ideas for designing a porch. So what does porch mean? In looking it up in Wikipedia, here is their definition: “A porch (from Old French porche, from Latin porticus ‘colonnade,’ from porta ‘passage’) is external to the walls of the main building proper, but may be enclosed by screen, latticework, broad windows, or other light frame walls extending from the main structure.
Whittington's Jerky is proud to sponsor these talented young adults. The sport of rodeo requires dedication, hard work, commitment, good attitude, and the ability to shake yourself off and get back up and do it again. They all have to team up with a horse and either chase a calf down, tie a goat up, rope a steer, cut a calf out of a herd or go amazingly fast through barrels and poles, all the while keeping their grades up in high school so they can continue their passion.
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