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March 23, 2011 Issue
Front Page
At a special meeting of the Blanco County Commissioners Court on March 16, Commissioners received information relative to the 2010 Census and its impact on County alignments. The report came in the form of an Initial Assessment of County Political Boundaries and a brief evaluation of the changing demographics of the County Population.
In a letter to Judge Guthrie and Commissioners dated March 7, 2011, Attorney Robert T.
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Blanco ISD will hold a school board election on May 14, 2011, at the Blanco Elementary Cafeteria from 7am to 7pm. Places 1 and 2 are due to expire. They are presently served by Mary Ann Weaver (Place 1) and Troy Immel (Place 2). Early voting will be conducted at the Blanco ISD administration office from May 2 to May 10 from 7:45am to 3:45pm.
For more information, call Blanco ISD at 830-833-4414.
Blanco ISD School Board, Place 1
Tim Nance ...
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On Friday, March 18, Tex Riley and representatives from Blanco County went before district court Judge Dan Mills. Riley had filed a suit against the county to seek the release of tape recordings of three closed session meetings held by the Blanco County Commissioners Court.
The Texas Attorney General concluded in December of last year that the tapes were not subject to disclosure except by a district court order in a lawsuit filed under the Texas Open Meetings Act.
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Mark your calendars for April 16 and gather your household hazardous materials as well as tires, paint, and large household trash items. Spread the word to friends and neighbors and keep an eye on your local newspaper for a more detailed event flyer with a complete list of items accepted at the event.
This year, Blanco County, thanks in part to a grant provided by the Capital Area Council of Governments, will offer a county-wide household hazardous waste collection event at the ...
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Sixth grade science teacher Donna Ashley was awarded the Lamar Medal as part of Open House activities at Blanco Middle School on the evening of Tuesday, March 8.
Guy Anderson, representing Blanco Masonic Lodge #216, presented the award to Mrs. Ashley. The following is a text of his remarks:
"This year’s Lamar medal presentation is going to a teacher who has worked for Blanco ISD for eleven years, and all years being at Blanco Middle School.
"This year&rsquo ...
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On Monday, the Johnson City Police Department issued an urgent notification about two Hispanic males who are suspects in a burglary of a residence on Miller Creek Road.
Both men were last seen wearing ball caps and both are probably 5ft. 2in to 5ft. 5in, stated the notification. One was wearing a blue denim button-up shirt and the other was wearing a green pullover shirt.
The suspects, who evaded deputies and other officers, were last seen heading west on Flat Cree ...
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The Annual Baseball/Softball Camp was held Monday, March 15 and Tuesday, March 16. The campers were instructed by Coach Bryan Wyatt, Coach Jason Marek, Coach Michael Seales, and several volunteer Blanco High School baseball and softball players.
On Monday, the campers learned correct throwing, catching, and sliding techniques. The sliding lesson is especially popular with the campers.
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Matt Murrah and his wife Karen, along with Molly (age 10), Daniel (age 5), and Mae (18 months) were on the cover of Dallas Baptist University Report. Murrah, who has been the vice president of technology since 2009, graduated from Blanco High School in 1993. He attended Blanco First Baptist Church.
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These girls created beautiful, papier-mâché Easter eggs at art camp at Uptown Blanco Art Center last week.
For more information on art classes, call 830-833-2514 or visit uptownblanco.com.
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Volunteers from around the Hill Country came to Blanco County Saturday to assemble hygiene kits for survivors of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, but you had to look quick to see it.
"I got there just a few minutes late," Susan Hill marveled, "and I almost missed it!"
Susan did find a place on the assembly line at the First United Methodist Church in Johnson City, putting items in the bags as they passed down the long table.
The Reverend Ken Greene, pastor ...
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On March 18, Zocalo Cafe and the Blanco Chamber of Commerce celebrated Zocalo’s official Grand Opening.
On hand from Zocalo were Chef Richard Brisco, manager Melynnda Button, owner Rich Hopkins from Tucson, AZ, and his partner Lisa Novak from Houston.
Chef Richard prepared a sampler of ahi tuna bruchettas, mini carrot cakes and rueben sandwiches.
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The three goals that were established in the Blanco Historic Preservation Action Plan in 2007 have kept many of the volunteers and the Blanco Historic Preservation Commissioners very busy for the past 3 and a half years.
Preserving the night sky and controlling light pollution and exploring targeted lighting for pedestrian traffic and car traffic in keeping with rural character are a part of the "Manage Growth to Protect Rural Character and Natural Resources"
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Sharon Romero (right) sent in this photo of her and actress Holly Marie Combs (Pretty Little Liars, Charmed, Picket Fences) at Uptown Blanco Restaurant. You never know who you’ll see around town!
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Good food, good music, good company, nice price! Come to the Gem of the Hills to share all these perks on this Thursday, March 24, at high noon.
The Gem of the Hills is this week’s location for the community Lenten Luncheon. The meal will be provided by the talented cooks at New Hope Lutheran [ELCA] and St.
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2 Kings 20:1 "In those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz came to him, and said unto him, Thus saith the Lord, Set thine house in order; for thou shalt die, and not live." King James Version
Is your house in order? I’ve been watching Libya, and Egypt and Japan.
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By John Kinslow, Minister, Blanco Church of Christ
Someone asked, "What happens when the fog lifts in southern California?" - UCLA! Each change in the weather certainly brings its challenges and lessons.
Spring is upon us and brings thoughts of renewal and re-growth. You certainly don't have to look far to see evidence of the changes taking place around us.
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By Pastor J.D. Link, agf-blanco.com
I would encourage you to read Luke 21:5-36 carefully. For further understanding, we will also reference Matt. 24 and Mark 13. We must remember that Jesus is answering two different questions in these accounts. In Mt. 24:3, The disciples ask Him: 1. When will the Temple be destroyed? 2. What are the signs of Your coming and the end of the age?
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Belinda Olivo Perez was born in San Antonio, Texas on September 3, 1962. She received her associates degree from San Antonio College and also attended Incarnate Word University. As a young lady she was a high school state qualifier in the 4 x 100 sprint relay and also participated on a Junior Olympics team.
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Letter to the Editor
I was skimming the latest edition of the Blanco County News and noted Ralph de Leon’s rambling, lengthy letter. Fortunately I saw his mention of the city attorney so I, the city attorney, thought context would be helpful lest people think ill of me. My comment to him, a casual one after the meeting to signal Ralph that I had no hard feelings for his rambling questioning of me at a recent Council meeting regarding my participation or lack there ...
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Among other things, the Constitution of the United States, long established history, the Boy Scouts of America, and the institution of the family are all coming under attack these days. It seems that anything that is wholesome and good and that stands for enduring values is vulnerable to the detractor and naysayer. To me, it is refreshing when individuals and institutions are valiant enough to take a public stand no matter the consequences to the individual or institution.
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AUSTIN — A proposal to handle the state’s immediate problem — insufficient revenue to meet current obligations — emerged from the Capitol last week.
Gov. Rick Perry’s office on March 15 announced that Gov. Perry, House Speaker Joe Straus and Comptroller Susan Combs now agree to close out fiscal year 2011 by taking these actions:
• Moving forward with $800 million in spending cuts, plus using:
• $300 million from increased sales ...
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The Hill Country Spurs 4-H Horse Judging Team of Blanco County competed in Katy, Texas for the Houston Livestock and Rodeo on March 7, 2011.
For Blanco County’s individual junior results, Rilee Moser captured fifteenth place, Avery Klepac took twenty-seventh, and Emily Masters earned forty-sixth out of 176 individuals.
In junior individual oral reasons, Ceslea Pattillo, Rilee Moser, and Avery Klepac placed twenty-seventh, fifty-third, and sixty-seventh respectively ...
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Three members of the Blanco FFA Chapter recently participated in the San Antonio Livestock Exposition Public Speaking Contest.
In the preliminary round, there were 100 students from across the state that competed in six divisions. Callie Culton presented a speech over the Obama Fishing Ban that finished in the top of the Agricutlural Policy Division but did not advance to the semi-finals as they only took the top two.
In the Environmental and Natural Resources Division, ...
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A team of young marksmen from Blanco County is gearing up for National Competition after placing third at the 2011 Texas State 4-H BB Gun Championships held in Fredericksburg, TX on March 12, 2011.
The competition included 12 teams as well as several individuals from throughout the state of Texas.
Three teams and four individuals from the Blanco County 4-H Shooting Sports proved their ability at this match.
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The varsity Panther baseball team walked away with a 9-12 loss on March 18 in a home game against Pawhuska. In their next game, also played at home, they battled it out with Marion and won 19-17.
The JV team played St. Andrews on February 28 and won 8-2.
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On Friday, March 18, the softball team traveled the short distance north to play the Johnson City Eagles. The Eagles used solid defense and batting to upend the Panthers 14-4.
The first three Johnson City hitters bunted to get on base, with all three eventually scoring runs. By the third inning, the Eagles led 10-1 with the lone Panther run scored by Meaghen Seales stealing home.
In the fourth inning, the Panthers added two more runs when Taylor Guinn slammed a double to ...
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Did you know...
... Blanco State Park has a wonderful wildlife viewing station and outdoor classroom? Through the volunteer efforts and many contributions from businesses and environmental organizations, we can all enjoy this wonderful structure and enhanced environment for bird watching and other wildlife activity observation. This site includes a water feature, supplied by a rainwater collection system for water conservation, and bird feeders.
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It feels like Spring – maybe it is finally time to get serious about our gardens and landscape. It’s time to apply the second application of insecticide and fungicide (fruit spray) to peach and plum trees as the petals begin to fall. Prepare garden soil for tomatoes, sweet potato slips, southern peas, and melons.
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By Debbie Vallone-Homeier, Paragon C&D Builders / Vallone Real Estate
So you get home from work, sit down in the living room, and stare at your blank white wall. Holy cow, you look really depressed. Bad day at work? Probably. What you need is an exciting room to sit in. But you are tired and don’t want to take the time to make it exciting.
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March 24, 1961
Marvin Triesch and Edgar Heimer were hospitalized with first and second degree burns last Friday after a chicken brooder they were cleaning at the Heimer place exploded. Reports on Thursday say they have showed marked improvement and were resting well at the Blanco Hospital. • The Baptists presented "The Glory of the Cross,"
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Most people associate inspections with buying a house, but sellers can benefit from them, too. Regardless of who’s paying for it, a home inspection is the same. It’s an evaluation of a property’s overall condition at the time of the inspection. It’s not a pass/fail situation. Your home will be compared to perfect standards – and no house is perfect.
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