Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail by Cheryl Strayed: At age 26, following the death of her mother, divorce, and a run of reckless behavior, Cheryl Strayed found herself alone near the foot of the Pacific Crest Trail--inexperienced, over-equipped, and desperate to reclaim her life. Wild tracks Strayed's personal journey on the PCT through California and Oregon, as she comes to terms with devastating loss and her unpredictable reactions to it.
Elaine Swiss of Round Mountain and her horse NH Muscats Jewel, better known as "Roulette," received National and Regional recognition in Competitive Trail at the North American Trail Ride Conference (NATRC) National Convention and the Regional banquet this month.
The trail riding team was awarded its 2014 NATRC National Champion horse blanket and belt buckle as well as the 2014 National High Point Arabian Competitive Trail Horse for which the Arabian Horse Association (AHA) donated a fleece hor ...
The Woman's Civic club met in the home of Barbara Counts March 2, 2015. Thirty one members braved the rain and fog to enjoy a wonderful presentation by the Johnson City Library Puppeteers. Performers were Caylee and Collin Corpus, Emma and Grace Burke, Ben, Joey and Bradley Garland, and Maggie Goodman, the narrator was Louise Patterson.
Hostesses for the evening were Kay Culp, Pepper Branch, Louise Patterson and Barbara
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After the show, Susan Hamm called the meeting to order, February birthday ...
The art mecca of the Texas Hill Country, the Bunkhouse Gallery, will hold its 23rd art, jewelry and pottery exhibition and sale March 21-22, and again on March 28-29.
The event will be conducted from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. on each day. An artists' reception will be held Saturday, March 21, from 2-6 p.m.
The annual event has become a Hill Country staple and will feature some of the best artists of the area including Dena Wonmohs and the "Bunkhouse Gang"
On Thursday, March 5th the Johnson City Chamber of Commerce hosted their Old West Casino Nite event at the Blanco County Show Barn. Pecan Street Brewing provided a delicious dinner, Scooter Pearce performed her magic as always, the silent auction was awesome and the Casino Knights provided a great gaming experience as always!
Shortly after midnight on February 6, 2015 , Sgt. Thomas Broyles of the Blanco County Sheriff's Office observed a man walking on US 281 near Odiorne Road just south of Johnson City. The man was not wearing any shoes.
Sgt. Broyles stopped to check on the man, who was later identified as Theodore Stathos.
On February 20, 2015, The Blanco County Sheriff's Office arrested Ronald Moore for failing to register as a sex offender.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement notified the Texas Department of Public Safety that Moore, a sex offender registered in Florida, had notified them that he intended to visit Blanco County Texas.
Specifications for a proposed bridge were approved by Blanco County Commissioners Tuesday, March 10 during regular session. The measure passed by a 3-1 margin. Pct. 2 commissioner James Sultemeier voted against it after expressing reservations of the scope and price of the project.
The area where the proposed bridge would be constructed is just north of the current road's path, which is in Precinct 4.
Mark your calendars for the Mexican Dinner at St. Ferdinand's Catholic Church on March 22. Makes me hungry just writing about it!
The former Johnson City Red Hatters now Bluebonnet Ladies met at the Texas 290 Diner on Wednesday, March 4. Fourteen ladies enjoyed the good food and fine company.
Johnson City Library: Tuesday, March 17th, Valley West Farm is presenting a program on preparing your Spring Garden with organic tips.
Make plans to join us on Sunday, March 22, for a scrumptious homemade Mexican dinner. Serving begins at 11am and continues until 2 pm or sold out.
Donations for lunch will be accepted at the door. Menu includes cheese enchiladas, tamale, taco, rice, beans, tortilla, homemade salsa, dessert and a drink.
