Two interesting things happened recently—a couple and their two-year-old were traveling from Amarillo and needed a place to stop and stretch their legs. They didn’t know where a park is in Llano, but they saw the library sign and decided to stop here. They were so pleasantly surprised by our Children’s Area and how welcoming and friendly our library is.
We are less than two weeks away for the Ladies in Leather Motorcycle Rally and Parade that will roar down Ford Street, turn on Main, and head to the arena on September 14. Last year’s parade had over 500 women in it and they are looking to double that amount this year.
Texas Country Music Hall of Famer Johnny Rodriguez will headline two Llano Country Opry Shows on Saturday, September 14, at the Lantex Theater in downtown Llano. Admission is $20 with tickets now on sale at the Llano Chamber of Commerce, www.heartoftexascountry.com or by calling (325) 247-5354.
Juan Raul Davis Rodriguez was born December 10, 1951, in Sabinal, Texas.
The death of anyone is a tragic occurrence for their loved ones. The death of a Veteran presents challenges that need to be prepared for in advance. The most important document a Veteran has is their one-page DD 214 Form.
Veterans who served in WWII and separated from the service prior to January 1, 1950 will have a “Separation Document” Surviving spouses must have a copy of the DD 214 or the Separation Document at the time of the Veterans death to receive VA death benefits.
The Llano County Bulk Collection Event is scheduled for Saturday, October 12 at the East Llano County Annex located at 8347 RR 1431 (1431 and 29—Fuzzy’s Corner). This event continues a nine-year effort to help all residents countywide, all KMUD, and all KWS customers. These collections are possible because of financial support from local organizations and government entities, and community wide volunteer support.
This is a donations-funded event brought to you by Kingsland Municipal Uti ...
Baritone players are not given the spotlight in marching band shows as frequently as many other instrumentalists, but the LYJB is going against that trend this year by featuring Garath Vetters during “Stairway to Heaven”. According to Vetters, “When I first learned I was going to be a featured soloist, I was surprised and very excited.” A senior who has certainly paid his dues, Vetters’ solo under the Friday Night Lights comes in the middle of the second movement of the Jacket Band
Cover crops—let’s have a closer look at when, why and what to plant.
Definition: A cover crop is a crop of a specific plant that is grown primarily for the benefit of soil other than crop yield. Cover crops are primarily used to suppress weeds, manage soil erosion, help build soil fertility and quality, control disease and pests, and promote biodiversity.
For growing zone eight cover crops can be planted starting in September.
By Jamie Osbourn, County Extension Agent, Llano County
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.
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 ...
Faith McRee, senior at Marble Falls High School, had an outstanding academic summer. First, she represented MFISD by attending the National Student Leadership Conference. She chose the Forensic Science Program, which was held in Washington, D.C., June 14-22. Upon returning home, Faith enrolled in and earned college credit through an online course at American University.
On July 29, National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) announced that Faith McRee has been selected to become a mem ...
