November 11, 2020 Issue

The Pearl Hotel in Johnson City was a mighty busy place in the early days. A lot of horse and buggy traffic came through town. Travelers could hardly wait to warm their tired backsides by the Pearl’s fire place and sit on the balcony in the evenings and watch the world go by. James Polk Johnson built the Pearl in the 1880s.

One way to honor Blanco County veterans is by honoring those who have passed away. Wreaths Across America aims to do that once again in Blanco County. On Dec. 19 at noon, volunteers will place wreaths on veterans graves in five cemeteries in the county – Blanco Historic Cemetery, Twin Sisters Cemetery, St.

Incumbents carried the day in local and regional elections involving Blanco County. In the only race for a place on the JCISD school board, Cristol Carbury Corpus defended her Place 7 seat with 1,501 votes over challenger Carlette R. Lewis with 1,295 votes. In the race for Blanco County Commissioner in Precinct 1, incumbent Tommy Weir won with 77.66 percent of the vote.

If broadband is a lifeline, then rural Texas is in danger of dying. In its first report to the Texas Legislature, the Governor’s Broadband Development Council called for the creation of a state broadband plan and a state broadband office. Texas is one of six states without a plan for enhancing broadband access. The pandemic has highlighted the need for broadband connectivity and emphasized it is a critical issue for the state’s rural and unserved areas, according to the report.

This week, Americans will enjoy a delicious meal on Thanksgiving Day with family and friends– either in person or virtually. Taking the necessary steps toward safe food handling and sanitation will help protect you and your loved ones this year. To make sure your Thanksgiving meal is prepared safely, the U.S.

Rotary Club of Blanco County The Club is meeting over Zoom videoconferencing at 6:30 p.m. on November 16. The guest speaker will be former astronaut Tom Henricks. Contact Bob Backle for Zoom information at [email protected]. Sew Your Own Facemask Class On Tuesday November 17 at 11:30, the Library will host this tutorial using the new in-house sewing machines.

JCISD Board Trustees held a regular meeting on November 9, 2020. Board President Shelly Wenmohs called the meeting to order at 6 pm and a quorum was established with all trustees present excepting Randy Rutherford. One-Time Payments to all JCISD employees “We would like to thank our Administrative Team, teachers, and support operations staff for the amount of work and additional duties they have been tasked with since last March in adapting to District COVID needs.

JCISD Board Trustees held a regular meeting on November 9, 2020. Board President Shelly Wenmohs called the meeting to order at 6 pm and a quorum was established with all trustees present excepting Randy Rutherford. One-Time Payments to all JCISD employees “We would like to thank our Administrative Team, teachers, and support operations staff for the amount of work and additional duties they have been tasked with since last March in adapting to District COVID needs.

Six minutes to six, said the clock over the information booth in New York’s Grand Central Station. The tall young Army officer lifted his sunburned face and narrowed his eyes to note the exact time. His heart was pounding with a beat that choked him. In six minutes he would see the woman who had filled such a special place in his life for the past 18 months, the woman he had never seen yet whose words had sustained him unfailingly. He placed himself as close as he could to the information ...

In spite of our recent cold spell it is still a few weeks before winter officially arrives. The two times of the year that show the greatest changes in the local landscape are the beginning of winter and the beginning of spring. As humans, we tend to view the former with dread and the latter with hope and enthusiasm.

AUSTIN— Gas pumps across Texas must prominently display the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) consumer information stickers by Dec. 1, 2020. The stickers have a Texas shape and include information about the amount of state and federal taxes charged for every gallon of fuel sold, as well as a telephone number and a QR code that consumers can use to file a complaint with TDLR regarding the quality or quantity of fuel that was sold.

Lady Eagle Claire White (left) placed 4th and sister Lydia placed 3rd in the 2A Regional Cross Country Championships on Tuesday, qualifying for the State Meet on Tuesday, November 24 at 9:30 a.m. at Round Rock Old Settlers Park. Courtesy photo.

The LBJ High School Lady Eagles scored another dominating three-set victory in the UIL Volleyball State Playoffs last Thursday - a 25-14, 25-23, 25-15 pounding of the Sabinal Yellowjackets in the Regional Quarterfinals. Sabinal - winner of District 30 - defeated San Antonio - Stacey and Three Rivers to earn a chance to play Lady Eagles.  After a decisive first set victory JC had to battle to the wire in Set 2.

In a battle for the runner-up position in District 14-2A Football the Johnson City Eagles were stopped short of the end zone in a 20-0 loss to the Ozona Lions. The Eagles (4-6; 3-2) struggled with their running game gaining 62 yards (Cade Boyer - 44; Cody Sprouse - 17).

JCISD Board Trustees held a regular meeting on November 9, 2020. Board President Shelly Wenmohs called the meeting to order at 6 pm and a quorum was established with all trustees present excepting Randy Rutherford. One-Time Payments to all JCISD employees “We would like to thank our Administrative Team, teachers, and support operations staff for the amount of work and additional duties they have been tasked with since last March in adapting to District COVID needs.

JCISD Board Trustees held a regular meeting on November 9, 2020. Board President Shelly Wenmohs called the meeting to order at 6 pm and a quorum was established with all trustees present excepting Randy Rutherford. One-Time Payments to all JCISD employees “We would like to thank our Administrative Team, teachers, and support operations staff for the amount of work and additional duties they have been tasked with since last March in adapting to District COVID needs.

Rotary Club of Blanco County The Club is meeting over Zoom videoconferencing at 6:30 p.m. on November 16. The guest speaker will be former astronaut Tom Henricks. Contact Bob Backle for Zoom information at [email protected]. Sew Your Own Facemask Class On Tuesday November 17 at 11:30, the Library will host this tutorial using the new in-house sewing machines.

Ronald James “Pete” Liesmann was born on April 27, 1955 in Blanco, Texas in the old courthouse when it was a hospital to Jerome Liesmann and Vera Waugh Liesmann. He married Debbie Schmidt on September 21, 1974 and they made Johnson City their home. At the age of 65 Pete died peacefully in his home surrounded by friends and family on Friday, October 30, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.

Six minutes to six, said the clock over the information booth in New York’s Grand Central Station. The tall young Army officer lifted his sunburned face and narrowed his eyes to note the exact time. His heart was pounding with a beat that choked him. In six minutes he would see the woman who had filled such a special place in his life for the past 18 months, the woman he had never seen yet whose words had sustained him unfailingly. He placed himself as close as he could to the information ...

One way to honor Blanco County veterans is by honoring those who have passed away. Wreaths Across America aims to do that once again in Blanco County. On Dec. 19 at noon, volunteers will place wreaths on veterans graves in five cemeteries in the county – Blanco Historic Cemetery, Twin Sisters Cemetery, St.

If broadband is a lifeline, then rural Texas is in danger of dying. In its first report to the Texas Legislature, the Governor’s Broadband Development Council called for the creation of a state broadband plan and a state broadband office. Texas is one of six states without a plan for enhancing broadband access. The pandemic has highlighted the need for broadband connectivity and emphasized it is a critical issue for the state’s rural and unserved areas, according to the report.

This week, Americans will enjoy a delicious meal on Thanksgiving Day with family and friends– either in person or virtually. Taking the necessary steps toward safe food handling and sanitation will help protect you and your loved ones this year. To make sure your Thanksgiving meal is prepared safely, the U.S.

In spite of our recent cold spell it is still a few weeks before winter officially arrives. The two times of the year that show the greatest changes in the local landscape are the beginning of winter and the beginning of spring. As humans, we tend to view the former with dread and the latter with hope and enthusiasm.

AUSTIN— Gas pumps across Texas must prominently display the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) consumer information stickers by Dec. 1, 2020. The stickers have a Texas shape and include information about the amount of state and federal taxes charged for every gallon of fuel sold, as well as a telephone number and a QR code that consumers can use to file a complaint with TDLR regarding the quality or quantity of fuel that was sold.