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Texas State Representative Erin Zwiener filed for re-election last week. She is in her first term representing Texas House District 45, which includes Blanco and Hays counties.
“It’s my greatest honor and privilege to represent Hays and Blanco counties in the Texas House,” said Zwiener. “Together, we’ve secured more school funding, fought for affordable health care, passed legislation to protect our aquifers and our night sky, and stood up to a company that wants to build a pipeli ...
The Round Mountain Extension Club met at the Johnson City Library on Wednesday, November 20, and gave the following reports.
After minutes and treasurer’s report, Gwen Risinger, District 10 Chair, gave a report on the Officer Fall Training. Four of our members, all council officers, attended. It was a very informative training.
The Quilt raffle is still going on for a Christmas quilt that members are selling chances on.
North Blanco County Emergency Services District 1 held a Regular Meeting on November 18. President David O’Bannon called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. and a quorum was established.
Johnson City Volunteer Fire Department
Interim President Scott Peters of Johnson City Volunteer Fire Department (JCVFD) gave the report for October. Peters reported that there were a total of 31 calls with an average response time of 4.83 minutes and 3.5 average responders.
Interim President Scott Peters called the JCVFD Business Meeting to order at 6:12 p.m. on November 20. There were no public comments.
Discussion and Action Regarding Vehicle Titles Release to ESD
Peters told the firefighters, “As you know, the ESD has been asking us since January to turn over our assets to them.
JCISD Board President Shelly Wenmohs called the Special Board Meeting to order at 6 p.m. on November 21. All board members were present.
Bond Project Update
Jennifer Black, Casey Sledge, and Britt Lucas of Sledge Engineering gave updates to the Board regarding Plans, Cost Estimates, and Budget for 2018 Bond Package 2 Construction Documents.
When asked what makes up a town, most people may think of the following: a police station, a city council, a grocery store, a bank, a church. And this is all true. What makes a community is the people in that town. And without a doubt, Johnson City has a diverse group of people who contribute distinct talents, experiences, and ideas into how this town grows into a unique community nestled in the Hill Country.
One singular aspect of Johnson City is the art district.
BLANCO– On November 30, Real Ale Brewing Co. will host a Holiday Cheers Christmas Market in partnership with 15 local vendors.
From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. the brewery will become a Holiday Shopping destination, all while supporting local artisans. It’s the most wonderful time for a (independent, craft) beer!
The Holiday Market will coincide with Small Business Saturday.
In 2011, the US Senate unanimously passed a resolution in support of Small Business Saturday, and all 50 states participated. Since then, the Saturday after Thanksgiving has become a shopping hallmark for American families across the country, and with good reason.
Locally, 67 cents out of each dollar spent at a small business stays in the community, according to a 2018 Small Business Impact study.
Small Business in A Small Town
So in towns like Johnson City, pretty much every business i ...
Judge Brett Bray opened the Blanco County Commissioners Court on Nov. 26 at 9:03 a.m. with all four commissioners present. The public comments were heard after the Pledge of Allegiance.
Terry Casparis addressed the court on item 11 on the agenda which is regarding the construction of U.S. Highway 281. He urged the commissioners to be candid and strong with a resolution.
Kenneth Welch spoke next on the same item and told the court to look at the facts before passing a resolution.
“If t ...
The work day to set up pens, clean the show barn and make other additional preparations for the upcoming 2020 Blanco County Youth Show is scheduled for SATURDAY DECEMBER 7, 2019 AT 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Blanco County Livestock Show Barn in Johnson City. ALL PARENTS OF EXHIBITORS, 4-H & FFA MEMBERS ARE ASKED TO COME AND HELP GET THE BARN READY FOR THE 2020 SHOW. (Elementary and Junior High students are required to have a parent or guardian with them.) Exhibitors must sign in and als ...
State’s chief election officer works to head off election misinformation
AUSTIN — Texas Secretary of State Ruth Hughs announced ahead of the 2020 primary and general elections that her office will join fellow members of the National Association of Secretaries of State in #TrustedInfo2020, a social media-based education effort to prevent misinformation.
Hughs encouraged Texans to look to their state and local elections officials as the trusted sources of election information.
Coaches from across District 25-3A showed their respect for the undefeated Champion Lady Eagles when making All-District selections for 2019. Senior Kalli Dalland was named Most Valuable Player after leading the Lady Eagles in kills and blocks in their perfect run through the sixteen game, double round-robin schedule. Sophomore Libero (Defensive Specialist) Olivia Adair was selected as Newcomer of the Year.
1st Team All-District honorees included Senior Reagan Weirich, and Juniors McKenna C ...
The Lady Eagles Varsity scored in double digits in each quarter of the first half and held the Center Point Lady Pirates scoreless in the second quarter on the way to a 33-20 road victory last Tuesday night. On Friday the tables turned with the Harper Lady Longhorns trampling the visiting JC team 64-9.
Free Community
Thanksgiving Potluck Feast
From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, the First United Methodist Church will host a community potluck Thanksgiving at no charge to attendees. Bring a dish to share and come ready to feast alongside your neighbors.
Sleigh Racer Challenge at the Science Mill
Use recycled materials to design and build a souped-up sleigh that harnesses the physics of motion to fly (plus a pinch of holiday magic).
BLANCO– On November 30, Real Ale Brewing Co. will host a Holiday Cheers Christmas Market in partnership with 15 local vendors.
From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. the brewery will become a Holiday Shopping destination, all while supporting local artisans. It’s the most wonderful time for a (independent, craft) beer!
The Holiday Market will coincide with Small Business Saturday.
In 2011, the US Senate unanimously passed a resolution in support of Small Business Saturday, and all 50 states participated. Since then, the Saturday after Thanksgiving has become a shopping hallmark for American families across the country, and with good reason.
Locally, 67 cents out of each dollar spent at a small business stays in the community, according to a 2018 Small Business Impact study.
Small Business in A Small Town
So in towns like Johnson City, pretty much every business i ...
The origins of the Thanksgiving holiday go back to the very founding of the American republic. Presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln are both credited with setting aside a national day of thanksgiving--Washington in 1789 and Lincoln in 1863. Ever since those times we have been expressing our gratitude for our many blessings.
Last week I wrote about the apparent lack of concern that the Blanco County Commissioners Court showed regarding public safety. They took the word of a deep pocket corporate giant over the advice of constituents. When Kinder Morgan’s lies were revealed, the commissioners refused to consider written documents exposing the lies.
Buffalo Cave, near Johnson City in Blanco County, has been a place of mystery since cattlemen first discovered its dark entrance while grazing their herds along the Pedernales River in the 1800s. Only a small number of people have been inside. For everyone else the underground wonders and the natural beauty of the cave remain hidden in a damp subterranean blackness that has never seen the light of day.
Buffalo Cave was known only locally until 1925 when the West Texas Guano Company leased t ...
Thirteen area songwriters gathered on Friday, November 22 in the basement of Liz on the Square in Blanco to perform original songs for the “Deep in the Dark of Texas ™” songwriting contest, sponsored by the Blanco County Friends of the Night Sky. The more than 70 attendees were treated to a real “Blanco Happening” as the mostly local performers wowed the audience with song after original song extolling the virtues of the night sky or lamenting the light pollution that threatens it.
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