The Central Texas chapter of the Council of Educational Facility Planners International (CEFPI) held its monthly meeting at Blanco’s renovated historical building on Wednesday. Approximately fifty educational planners from throughout the region were in attendance.
“This project is an answer for what communities can do when they are faced with similar concerns that we were faced with,” said Superintendent Dr. ...
The 25th Annual Classic Car Show, held Saturday May 18 in Blanco State Park, attracted over 120 entrants, an increase from last year. Entrants from all over the Hill Country, and as far aways as Raymondville, Texas, parked their classic cars along the Blanco River.
Boy Scout Troop 497 presented the colors for the awards ceremony. ...
Summer is in the air and so is the sweet smell of Lavender! Don’t miss it at the 9th Annual Blanco Lavender Festival, scheduled for June 7 – 9th in the heart of Blanco, on the Old Blanco County Courthouse Square. In the past eight years, the Blanco Lavender Festival has grown into one of the premiere events in the Texas Hill Country and has succeeded in bringing recognition to the beautiful community of Blanco as a destination location. ...
The body of Samatha Segura, 26, was found Monday morning, May 13, by a couple walking along one of the nature trails in Blanco State Park, Blanco Police Chief Mike Ritchey told Blanco County News. She died of an apparent suicide.
"There did not appear to be any foul play," said Chief Ritchey. ...
Thursday’s storm brought over one and a half inches of rain, and unfortunately some damaging hail.
Friday morning Blanco residents found themselves without power. PEC reported that, “At about 4:30 a.m. power was interrupted to 1,000 members in Blanco. Crews patrolled the lines looking for damage and were able to restore power to all but 140 members, including Blanco High School, at 7:40 a.m.
“Those remaining members continued to experience intermittent interruptions while crews replaced ... ...
The Bulls nearly won the day at the Tiny West Memorial Bull Riding Competition on May 18 held at Yett Park. The bull riders made a comeback in the 3rd and 4th long round. In the short round, one bull rider was able to hold on past the 8 second mark, 16 year old Andrew Alvidez, giving him the 1st place finish.
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All four Blanco County Commissioners were present for a Regular Meeting on Tuesday May 14th. After the minutes were read and approved from the previous meeting County Commissioner Paul Granberg told the Court, “The replat of Rockin J Ranch Subdivision is in the packets,” and asked for the Commissioners to review the replat. ...
At Monday night’s meeting of the Blanco Independent School District trustees, the monthly spotlight featured an amazing array of accomplishments, both by students and staff. Blanco Elementary School principal Linda Romano and librarian Laurie Kirkscey recognized five of the eleven members of the Accelerated Reader Program who have read over one million words this school year—Joseph Hernandez, third grade (1.2 million), Kelton Marek, fifth grade (1.5 million), Kathryn Hull and Cadence Drum, ... ...
St. Ferdinand’s Catholic Church held a groundbreaking ceremony for the building of their new church, Thursday May 2.
Joe Vasquez, Bishop of the Austin diocese, attended the event and gave a special homily. “This is a historic day for you.” said the Bishop. “Our prayers are with you on this new endeavor. ...
by Priscilla Seals
Those residents of Blanco who attended Monday night’s Town Meeting regarding Emergency Services District #2 (South Blanco ESD) were given a unique opportunity to learn about the history and operating procedures of the district as well as to voice their concerns and expectations of what emergency services should be provided.
A number of emergency services personnel were present at the meeting, including EMS Director Mike West and EMS Officer Rick DeWolfe; Blanco VFD Assist ... ...
The Family of Ashton Edwards would like to thank the Blanco Community for all their support and heartfelt sympathies in our time of need. We would also like to thank Gordon Crow and Susie Hunter of Crofts-Crow Funeral Home for all the help and support through this most difficult time.
Special Thanks goes out to:
The Blanco Bowling Alley • The Best Western Luxury Inn and Suites
Blanco Riverside Cottage • FTS International • Larry Keeble • Charles and Terrie Waxler
Will Porter and Fam ...
Every year, hundreds of people visit the Franklin Family Ranch and enjoy the many activities provided by the Franklin family and their volunteers. The free, festive celebration of Easter will be held this Saturday, March 31, from 11am to 2pm.
In an effort to share the word of Jesus Christ, the family began opening their ranch on Easter several years ago to the public and introducing them to the Word.
Friday, May 17th, Uptown Blanco Art Center proudly hosted the annual Blanco County High School Art Show. This youth art exhibition included artwork from Blanco High School, Johnson City LBJ High School and Johnson City Middle School.
In total 34 students participated, presenting over 50 works of art. Pieces featured a wide variety of media, including paintings, ceramic sculptures, photography, and fibers.
Watercolorist, Jim Street of Wimberley who is a signature member of the Florida Watercol ...
Why do kids gather on a regular basis in the old Wool and Mohair Warehouse located at 5th and Pecan Streets in Blanco? What do they do there? Why are more and more students at Blanco High School wearing “Young Life” t-shirts? What’s with “WyldLife”? This reporter decided to find out.
The Blanco County News editor, Charles Willgren, suggested that I start with Doug Pautz, a local dentist, marathoner, former motorcyclist, husband of the very accomplished musician and aficionado of the ...
Revelation 14:1-12 – “1 And I looked, and, lo, a Lamb stood on the mount Sion, and with him an hundred forty and four thousand, having his Father's name written in their foreheads.
2 And I heard a voice from heaven, as the voice of many waters, and as the voice of a great thunder: and I heard the voice of harpers harping with their harps:
3 And they sung as it were a new song before the throne, and before the four beasts, and the elders: and no man could learn that song but the hundred an ...
Pauline Brown born November 27, 1925 in Bowie County went to be with the Lord on May 19, 2013. She is preceded in death by her parents Lull and Mamie White, 2 brothers and 2 sisters. She is survived by her beloved husband Raymond Brown; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 11:00 A.M.
Digital sign considerations
I was happy to see the proposed digital sign hit a roadblock when it comes to night sky light pollution. It seems like the digital sign is being railroaded through. I clearly remember being involved in the LCRA Visionaries in Preservation workshops for the future of Blanco. The one top priority from both old timers and newcomers was to keep the small town rural character of Blanco.
AUSTIN — With 10 days to go until the end of the 140-day 83rd regular session of the Texas Legislature, a committee of House and Senate negotiators on May 17 agreed on a proposed state budget for fiscal years 2014 and 2015.
Next step is for the 150-member House and the 31-member Senate to accept or reject the work of the negotiators in votes expected to take place May 20 or 21.
Each year, more deaths occur due to flooding than from any other severe weather related hazard. The Centers for Disease Control report that over half of all flood-related drownings occur when a vehicle is driven into hazardous flood water. The next highest percentage of flood-related deaths is due to walking into or near flood waters.
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