July 31, 2019 Issue

By Billie Jean Kutzer In the early 1960’s Stonewall’s quiet country community became a beehive of activity when President Johnson would visit his ranch. Secret Service and U.S. Press Corps would swoop into the area. Some to protect the president, while others hungry for the first grasp of a juicy story. A problem arose when it was soon realized there were little, if any, accommodations for the newcomers in town. Kermit and Tillie Hahne were good friends of President Johnson and Lady ...

Paxton Lauds Ruling Against Preclearance for Redistricting Maps Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton applauded a federal court ruling allowing the state to proceed with redistricting legislation without asking the federal government’s permission. The July 24 ruling by a three-judge federal court rejected plaintiffs' petition to require the state to obtain permission from the U.S.

Paxton Lauds Ruling Against Preclearance for Redistricting Maps Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton applauded a federal court ruling allowing the state to proceed with redistricting legislation without asking the federal government’s permission. The July 24 ruling by a three-judge federal court rejected plaintiffs' petition to require the state to obtain permission from the U.S.

Fort Worth, Texas – Members from the Johnson City FFA chapter attended the 91st annual Texas FFA State Convention held July 15-19 in Fort Worth. Johnson City FFA members who attended the convention were: David Gravell, Willow Grote, Ethan Jones, Westin Perrenoud, Shelby Perrenoud, Logan Sadler, Brett Sultemeier, and Rylee Welch.

August is here and brings with it familiar rites of passage for families with school-aged children - school shopping, a final trip to the beach, two-a-days, and Band Camp to name a few. For fans of Texas High School Football, it’s also time to check the newsstand for the inch-thick, glossy almanac of all things Football at the high school and collegiate level - Dave Campbell’s Texas Football magazine.

By Julie Storer Helping to kick off the new school year and fall sports seasons are three upcoming events to get Eagle fans cheering. Two-a-day practice for High School Volleyball begins Thursday, August 1st and all former Lady Eagle players are invited to test their game against this year’s team in the annual Alumni Game on Friday, August 2nd at 6pm in the LBJHS Gym.

Fort Worth, Texas – Members from the Johnson City FFA chapter attended the 91st annual Texas FFA State Convention held July 15-19 in Fort Worth. Johnson City FFA members who attended the convention were: David Gravell, Willow Grote, Ethan Jones, Westin Perrenoud, Shelby Perrenoud, Logan Sadler, Brett Sultemeier, and Rylee Welch.

By Julie Storer Helping to kick off the new school year and fall sports seasons are three upcoming events to get Eagle fans cheering. Two-a-day practice for High School Volleyball begins Thursday, August 1st and all former Lady Eagle players are invited to test their game against this year’s team in the annual Alumni Game on Friday, August 2nd at 6pm in the LBJHS Gym.

By Pastor Steve Sanchez “By all the measurements that I have for defining a Christian, I am not a Christian.” Those words were written by Joshua Harris, author of the million-selling “I Kissed Dating Goodbye,” a book that taught an alternative way to develop long-lasting relationships. It took the Christian single world by storm when he wrote it in 1997.

After eight months of reviewing all the comments on the proposed pipeline route through our country, I wanted to express my views as someone who works in the energy industry. My family has been residents of Llano and Blanco counties since 1957. I respect all views. My career has been 37 years in counter terrorism and safety for all Military, Corps of Engineers agencies dealing with national security, and safety including mining and pipeline infrastructure.

Paxton Lauds Ruling Against Preclearance for Redistricting Maps Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton applauded a federal court ruling allowing the state to proceed with redistricting legislation without asking the federal government’s permission. The July 24 ruling by a three-judge federal court rejected plaintiffs' petition to require the state to obtain permission from the U.S.

Paxton Lauds Ruling Against Preclearance for Redistricting Maps Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton applauded a federal court ruling allowing the state to proceed with redistricting legislation without asking the federal government’s permission. The July 24 ruling by a three-judge federal court rejected plaintiffs' petition to require the state to obtain permission from the U.S.

At their luncheon and meeting on July 25, the Highland Lakes Democratic Women heard Horseshoe Bay resident Lyn Jenkins share her inspiring story of perseverance, hope and optimism.Jenkins is a family lawyer whose career includes stints as a social worker, counselor, chemistry teacher, and manager of a maximum-security male inmate prison unit. Jenkins has battled and defeated cancer three times.