September 4, 2019 Issue

Judge Brett Bray called the special meeting of the Commissioners Court to order at 9:02 a.m. and all four commissioners were present. The second public hearing on the proposed budget took place after the Pledge of Allegiance. Judge Bray pointed out that a second public hearing on the budget was not required but the proposed tax rate did require two public hearings. Terry Casparis voiced his concerns over the early voting poll sites.

From hitching posts to parking spaces, the Blanco Pharmacy has been an essential part of life for the community and surrounding county. Having the distinction of being the oldest privately-owned pharmacy its Texas this business has not only survived but thrived through the decades of growth and change on the historic Blanco Square.

Report details progress in school safety AUSTIN—The Texas School Safety Update, a report highlighting progress made to keep students and teachers safe at school, was released by Gov. Greg Abbott on Aug. 27. The report gives Texans an update on efforts by the governor’s office, the Legislature and state agencies toward implementing recommendations made in the School Safety Action Plan released on May 30, 2018 and the subsequent update in August 2018.  The first indication of progres ...

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will conduct a Multi-County Wildlife Field Day on Tuesday, September 17 at Heart of Texas Whitetails, at 755 Private Road 922 in Brady. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. with the program to follow from 9 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Organizers said the program will offer the latest wildlife management information in several areas of interest to land managers across the Edwards Plateau Hill Country. Topics and speakers will include: – Wild Turkeys, by Dr.

Save The World Brewery will be the site of the Highland Lakes Democratic Women’s Fall Membership Drive and Fundraiser Happy Hour on Monday, September 9, 5-7 p.m. The event is open to anyone wanting to know more about HLDW, and Evelyn Acosta-Cone, the organization’s Membership Chair, encourages all current members to attend and to bring a friend. Save The World is the America’s first 100% philanthropic brewery.

The Varsity Lady Eagles - in the final week of pre-district competition - dropped a rare home decision over 4A Canyon Lake last Tuesday (16-25, 25-20, 16-25, 25-17, 9-15) and rebounded on Friday for the win at 3A San Antonio Cole (25-18, 25- 15, 25-22) to bring their record to 15-9.

Criminal activity concerning fraudulent checks has become common place. Easy access to checks in mailboxes as well as many other places has made this crime prevalent. Once a check is acquired, methods of copying it can be easily done, and the forged checks passed off as real for cash or services. In January 2019 David W.

The LBJMS Lady Eagles spoiled the Volleyball season opener for the Blanco Lady Panthers winning four matches Thursday night on the Panthers home court. The 7th Grade B team opened up with a two-set win (25-8, 25-17). They looked strong for the early season with excellent serving led by Aleah Malone.

Freshman Lydia White opened her high school Cross Country career in high style, placing third in the 4A-and-below Varsity Girls Division at Lockhart on Saturday. White finished the 1.89 mile course in 12:22. Claire White finished second in the 8th Grade Girls Division with a 8:42 time in the 1.25 mile course.

A season-opening road trip to The Graveyard in San Saba proved to be a nightmare for the Eagles on Friday night as the Armadillos - ranked fourth in the State in Class 2A - outscored JC 55-3. Tulsa commit Sean O'Keefe and Running Back Eli Salinas combined to score forty-one points in the first half and the San Saba defense forced four Eagle turnovers to put the game away early.

THERE’S ONLY ONE RIGHT WAY TO BE BAPTIZED, according to the Bible, but for some reason there has been quite a bit of confusion over the millennia. I was reminded of this “controversy” as I baptized Logan Morlino, age 11, and Branson Smith, age 9 on Sunday. Their parents did not make this decision for them; this was something that the Lord did in their hearts when they gave their lives over to Jesus after they were born again. The Bible teaches “believer’s Baptism.” That means wh ...

Rick Reilly, Columnist for ESPN.com, wrote the following story in 2012 that I believe, in these times of selfishness and turmoil, and especially as school starts up again, bears re-telling: “In the scrub-brush desert town of Queen Creek, Arizona, high school bullies were throwing trash at sophomore Chy Johnson. Calling her ‘stupid.’ Pushing her in the halls.

Five Blanco County landowners recently met with Blanco County Judge Brett Bray to express concerns about economic and environmental impacts of the Permian Highway Pipeline, which is slated to cross Blanco County. One of this group, who has worked in the oil and gas pipeline industry, stated it’s common industry practice to complete a variety of studies when pipeline routes cross high-risk areas, such as population centers and water resources.

From hitching posts to parking spaces, the Blanco Pharmacy has been an essential part of life for the community and surrounding county. Having the distinction of being the oldest privately-owned pharmacy its Texas this business has not only survived but thrived through the decades of growth and change on the historic Blanco Square.

Pat’s Hall in Fredericksburg was not an easy place to find. It was off the beaten path, hidden away on the edge of town, down a narrow winding road and across the creek. But country music fans from all over the Hill Country managed to find it every Saturday night. Pat’s Hall was a hub of weekend entertainment and a showcase for aspiring country music artists for 30 years. Pat’s Hall was different from the traditional wooden dance halls in Luckenbach, Hye, Albert and Sisterdale.

Report details progress in school safety AUSTIN—The Texas School Safety Update, a report highlighting progress made to keep students and teachers safe at school, was released by Gov. Greg Abbott on Aug. 27. The report gives Texans an update on efforts by the governor’s office, the Legislature and state agencies toward implementing recommendations made in the School Safety Action Plan released on May 30, 2018 and the subsequent update in August 2018.  The first indication of progres ...

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will conduct a Multi-County Wildlife Field Day on Tuesday, September 17 at Heart of Texas Whitetails, at 755 Private Road 922 in Brady. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. with the program to follow from 9 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Organizers said the program will offer the latest wildlife management information in several areas of interest to land managers across the Edwards Plateau Hill Country. Topics and speakers will include: – Wild Turkeys, by Dr.

Save The World Brewery will be the site of the Highland Lakes Democratic Women’s Fall Membership Drive and Fundraiser Happy Hour on Monday, September 9, 5-7 p.m. The event is open to anyone wanting to know more about HLDW, and Evelyn Acosta-Cone, the organization’s Membership Chair, encourages all current members to attend and to bring a friend. Save The World is the America’s first 100% philanthropic brewery.