The sun sets over the picturesque Llano River on Monday night, giving yet another reason to both residents and visitors alike to enjoy this beautiful part of the Earth.
Additional alcoholic beverage options could be available in Llano establishments later this year.
The city council last Tuesday accepted a petition for a local option election in May, which if passed by voters would allow the sale of all alcoholic beverages including mixed beverages.
Gail Lang, who in the fall said she started the petition as a citizen and not a city council member, submitted the petition on Dec.
On Monday, Llano Elementary hosted an open house highlighting the new buildings and improvements to the school. A special ribbon cutting ceremony was the highlight of the open house that began at 5:30 p.m. at the new main entrance to the campus.
After the ribbon cutting ceremony, tours of the campus were given to allow voters to see the new construction and remodeled areas.
Buchanan Dam Fire Chief Mark Hutson was shocked when he walked into the fire station last Friday morning. After receiving multiple calls that the station’s bay doors were open, the fire chief walked in to find a mess with broken glass, damaged equipment and other items piled up. Several items were also stolen, and Hutson said the damages and items stolen totaled about $40,000.
“It was kind of overwhelming,” he said.
Items missing include flashlights, dive lights, spotlights, search l ...
For many, the projects started a year ago, while some started in the summer and others started in the fall. But for all, it was hard work done with love and care. The 2017 Llano County Junior Livestock show is now in the books, but what a weekend it was for exhibitors and spectators alike.
The Llano County 4-H club has been a community tradition for many generations. For some, it has even becomes a family tradition to be passed down from parents to their animal-loving children.
Remi Easley, 12, has been involved in 4-H since the second grade. She has stuck with it these four years because it is not only a great way to learn new things, but also because she has a deep love for animals.
“Pigs make great friends,” she said.
Claudine Weber celebrated her 99th birthday with family and friends, including her bridge club and 42 players, at CelesteCare on Wednesday, Jan. 4. Her party was hosted by her Sunday School class from First Baptist Church with cake, refreshments, coffee and tea. Mary Fay Wallace entertained the crowd by playing the piano.
