Noel- For the month of December, we plan on reviewing some of our favorite Christmas movies, classic and newer ones. I am reviewing one of my favorite comedy Christmas movies, Elf starring Will Ferrell. From the first time I watched it in 2003, Elf has been one of those movies you have to watch every year with the family. Will Ferrell stars as Buddy, a human that ended up in the North Pole as a baby and was raised by an elf.

Anyone who owns a dog or a cat knows that they will typically eat anything they can get their paws on. While it is not harmful for a dog to eat a cat’s food, it can be potentially hazardous for a cat to eat a dog’s food. In moderation, a cat eating a dog’s food is probably safe, but if the cat is only eating Fido’s dinner, they are probably not getting the nutrients that are essential to their specific health needs. “Cats’ nutrition requirements are different than dogs’, they hav ...

AUSTIN - Gov. Rick Perry on November 24 urged the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency not to pass a proposed framework that would toughen regulations on greenhouse gas emissions. Examples of greenhouse gases are carbon dioxide, ozone and methane. Perry said the EPA is planning to reinterpret the federal Clean Air Act in ways that would "cripple the Texas economy." Concerned that the EPA will take action before President George W.

A long Thanksgiving break gave the Library staff and loyal volunteers a moment to take a deep breath after a busy November; Orphan Train program, Puppet Show by the Hand to Mouth Puppet Theater for preschoolers, Brown Bag movie on the women suffragetts, Blanco Rug Hookers exhibit and Open House, National Honor Society sponsored pumpkin carving as well as our regular toddler and preschool story times, adult and children art classes, creative dramatics for kids and Women and Men book clubs.

Linda Thomas, RN, a three-year breast cancer survivor, will visit breast cancer patients as a Gillespie Unit of the American Cancer Society (ACS) volunteer. She completed the ACS Reach to Recovery training in Austin, and Hill Country Memorial Hospital is referring interested breast cancer patients to her. She said her visit can be a message of hope and inspiration to a breast cancer patient. “I can show a cancer patient that I live well,” Ms.

December 4 and 5, 2008 •AARP Drivers Safety Program: Dec 4 & 5 from 12:30- 4:30pm. Location - CRRC, 1917 FM 2673, Sattler. Refresh your knowledge of current laws and driving skills. Auto insurance discount, confirm w/agent. Does not relieve traffic citations. All ages. Cost: $10 plus $2 donation to CRRC.

As we gather to feast with family and friends this holiday season, let us remember to extend our gratitude to the farmers and ranchers who sustain our lives. Thanks to their tireless efforts in times of unpredictable weather and rising operating costs, America remains fortunate to enjoy a vast and safe food supply. In Texas, the men and women who make it their life’s work to feed and clothe our nation impact the Lone Star State’s economy to the tune of more than $100 billion.

I’ve been reading about Miriam, Moses’ sister, in Numbers, chapter 12. I pray now, that God place a guard over my mouth, so I won’t complain! Have you ever listened to yourself? I began listening to myself as I converse with people, and we complain about everything! Numbers 12 – “1NOW MIRIAM and Aaron talked against Moses [their brother] because of his Cushite wife, for he had married a Cushite woman. 2And they said, Has the Lord indeed spoken only by Moses?

Some dread Christmas. These aren’t modern Scrooges, humbugging the reason for the season; they just have trouble handling some of the uncomfortable feelings that arrive uninvited at this time of the year. Melancholy moods often surface at Christmas. Sometimes gloomy feelings are caused by guilt. Since Christmas brings a flood of memories, the good replays are likely to be accompanied by unpleasant ones that put a damper on family gatherings.

“For while we were still help less, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly.” -Romans 5:6 One preacher said, “I have a very good friend who recently shared with me that on one occasion, out of sincere concern over sin and desire to be what God wanted her to be, she prayed, ‘God, show me the sin in my life.

This is the fifth week in a 5 week series on one of the most important questions asked throughout history. That question is this: “Is the Bible Really True?” That is to say, “Is the Bible we read today the same as what was written by those people “way back when.” This question is a fair question and requires a reliable response.

The Blanco County Community Choir will present Handel's Messiah in concert on Friday, December 5 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Johnson City at 8:00 pm and Sunday, December 7 at First Baptist Church in Blanco at 7:00pm. Soloists are Susan Murray, soprano from Austin; Sherrie Stockman, mezzo from Blanco; Arlis Hiebert, tenor from San Marcos; and Rick Bowen, bass also from San Marcos.

For almost 50 years now, the Living Nativity Christmas pageant has been a part of the season for tens of thousands of people, and this year will continue the tradition with two weekends of free performances at the First United Methodist Church in Johnson City. Final costume fittings and practices are happening this week, working toward opening night on Friday. "Like always, we're plugging gaps and patching holes at the last minute,"

Alfred Dale Moritz, 65, passed away in Fredericksburg November 28, 2008. He was born in Houston December 31, 1942 to Henry and Elsie Moritz. He was a master electrician. He is survived by two sons: D.J. Moritz of Fredericksburg, David Deckard of Magnolia; two daughters: Lisa Ashley of Arizona and Donna Moritz of Magnolia; two brothers: Roy Moritz of Montgomery and Raymond Moritz of Navasota; and three grandchildren.

Dear Editor, I attended the Blanco Panther/Industrial Cobra football game on Saturday and felt compelled to write to bring your attention to several things. First, let me say that I grew up in Fredericksburg and now reside in Wimberley. My family and I attended the game because we have relatives that live in the Industrial ISD and in Blanco. As my family and I walked into the stadium we came up on a white Blanco Panther trailer that is obviously used to haul equipment for the band, football t ...

HOUSTON — The Internal Revenue Service is advising teachers and other educators to save their receipts for purchases of books and other classroom supplies. They will be able to deduct up to $250 of such expenses again this year, following recently-enacted legislation. The Emergency Economic Stabilization Act (EESA) of 2008 reinstated the educator expense deduction, which had expired at the end of last year.

Elementary A Honor Roll First Grade Mitchell Barnett, Luke Biggs, Jacob Boubel, Chandler Brewer, Maya Burkhart, Landon Burt, Adrian Campa, Malinda Campbell, Angel Daniels-Zavala, Kyla Davis, Christian Flores, Clarissa Forrester, Angela Gonzalez, Jonathan Gonzalez, Shelby Greene, Travis Grimes, Brayden Hodge, Adeena Houle, Jacob Kasberg, Maiya Keutz, Kade Kneese, Kelton Marek, Kolby Marek, Kinidi Moore, Mason O’Rear, Kevin Peyton, Maritza Ponder, Rachelle Reveley, Ryan Reveley, Hayden Riba, ...

Wow! What a season! I am just a spectator, But I write this for a reason. I have been there, And the feelings I have felt inside, The accomplishment, the anxiety, And definitely the pride. I want to say, I see a team full of spirit, Just to start, A team, with so much talent, but yet, most of all, A team with tremendous heart. School is about academics, Which is a must to survive later in life, this day. But sports teach respect, team work, And the ability to accept what comes our ...

We hope you enjoyed the Thanksgiving Holiday. Did you make it downtown to visit the shops and enjoy the lights Friday night? It was worth the hours of labor, the food, drinks, music and lights. Have you begun cutting back the plants that are damaged due to the light freezes? Cut back damaged foliage and then mulch and replant with winter color.

Gentle readers: Lucky me - I saw Ada Cooley twice over the past couple weeks! But not to snub Ronnie and Betty - I saw them too!!!!! I hope you were able to go to the Lavender Lights this past weekend in town. They had beautiful things for sale under the big tent and the Chamber was full of activity - I should know - I was there!

Public records information is compiled by Charles Willgren from reports filed at the Blanco Police Department, Blanco County Sheriff’s Office, Blanco Volunteer Fire Department, Blanco County Clerk, District Clerk, and Justices of the Peace offices. Blanco Police Reports These reports were filed between Oct 30 and Nov 5. Oct 30 • Harassment. 7:30 AM.

Heath Clinic at new location December 1, 1978 Blanco - Beginning next Tuesday, December 5, the Geriatric Health Screening Program will hold its blood pressure clinics at the new senior citizens center adjoining the hall. The clinics were formerly held twice a month at the Community Savings and Loan Association building. Public health nurses will do blood pressure, diabetic, anemia and weight screening for all senior citizens. The clinics will again be held from 10:00 a.m.

Would you like a green home? I'm not talking about a residence painted the shade of a lime. I mean green as in environmentally friendly. These days, many people consider the environment when making purchases. Just look at the popularity of hybrid vehicles, alternative fuels, locally grown produce, and a host of other products designed to use fewer resources and reduce pollution and waste.