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Blessed Sacrament parish plans Aug. 9 fundraiser
Get your tickets now for the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church annual benefit and prize drawing! The church will hold a fundraiser Saturday, Aug. 9, in the Kosciusko Hall at 7969 F.M. 541 in Falls City. The event starts with Mass at 3 p.m., fol...
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Free 'Mommy - Me' event July 23
Parents of children ages birth to 11 months are invited to attend a “Mommy & Me” Language Development Class on Wednesday, July 23, at 9 a.m. in Floresville’s Pecan Park. The free event will focus on language development through songs and st...
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Enjoy Polish Veterans exhibit through Aug. 2
Visitors to the Polish Heritage Center in Panna Maria have until Saturday, Aug. 2, to explore the Polish Texas Veterans exhibit before it closes. The exhibit, which opened in November 2024, honors the legacy of Polish Texas veterans who have se...
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'As long as we have beans, that's alright'
This recipe for pinto beans comes from Guadalupe D. Salinas, from her cookbook, Jesus Is in the Kitchen with Lupita. A married mother of one from Luling, Lupita said the recipes in her book “are so easy and fast to make.” The book is filled wit...
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Live music and dancing returns to Falls City Hall
Get back on the dance floor with the live music of “The Tailgaters” at the Falls City Community Hall on Saturday, July 26, from 8 p.m. to midnight. Enjoy a family friendly local venue that’s continuing the small-town Saturday night dancehall tr...
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Dewees Remschel House reflects days gone by
The Dewees Remschel House, located in southern Wilson County 5 miles southwest of Poth, off of F.M 541 and C.R. 206, sits on a 130-acre park. Willed to the National Trust for Historic Preservation in Washington, D.C., by Claribel Dewees Remsche...
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Enjoy 'A Night in Cestohowa' Aug. 9, help support Cestohowa Community Hall
Join the fun Saturday, Aug. 9, as the Cestohowa Community Hall presents “A Night in Cestohowa,” featuring “Jake Hooker & The Outsiders.” The evening will include music and dancing, a catered dinner, and silent and live auctions. Proceeds be...
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Turn dollars into lifesaving care at Denim - Diamonds Casino Night
Roll the dice, turn the cards, and show your support for Connally Memorial Medical Center in Floresville. Tickets are on sale now for the 20th annual Denim & Diamonds Casino Night fundraiser, set for Saturday, Aug. 2, at the Floresville Eve...
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Hoorah to the Wilson County News
Editor: Your recent article by Dr. Molly Lubbock was just “the cat’s pajamas.” Well-written and concise. This type of writing is what the newspaper should be doing, and exactly why we have been longtime subscribers. This was not the only time w...
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Praise for FISD retiree
Editor: Re: “Alice Alfaro dedicates 53 years to Floresville ISD,” June 4 I have known [Alice Alfaro] since way back in the early 1990s. She is a hard worker and cares about children, especially special children. Right after she graduated from F...
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Time for new immigration law
Last month, the Trump administration Labor Department slapped a hold on Biden administration rules on H-2A visas, which allow U.S. farmers to hire foreign workers when they are unable to fill their jobs with Americans. The H-2A rules were alrea...
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Toughen up: Barack Obama's message to Democrats
“It’s going to require a little bit less navel-gazing and a little less whining and being in fetal positions. And it’s going to require Democrats to just toughen up,” former President Barack Obama told Democratic donors at a fundraiser for the ...
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Shorts and stops: PBS, sweetness, biting the 'bullet'
Swollen ankles From the time Donald J. Trump won his second term in the presidential election back in November, he has not stopped making headlines. That’s because he has not stopped doing things. It has now been six months since he was sworn i...
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Lawn mowers, laughter, and local impact
FLORESVILLE — The engines were loud, the crowd was louder, and the purpose was powerful. On June 28, Stomping Ground Ventures Inc. hosted its inaugural lawnmower races event at the Scott Gleeson Roping Arena behind the Floresville Event Center....
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/. Commissioners July 14, Floresville Council July 10 Floresville 4A July 15, FEDC July 14 Wilson County Commissioners Court Meeting:: Regular meeting, J...
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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Francis M. Hernandez, 33, of Floresville was scheduled for a bench trial July 16 for a charge of unlawful possession of a firearm ...
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POLICE BLOTTER
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Floresville Police Department ...
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Patti Zenner receives TGCA Hall of Fame Award
Longtime Poth High School Head Volleyball Coach Patti Zenner has been recognized by the Texas Girls Coaches Association (TGCA) with its Hall of Fame Award. Zenner was one of only three recipients of the honor in the state. “It’s nothing I ever ...
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Be the tortoise
Dear Dave, I’m just starting to dip my toe into investing, and I was wondering what you think about bonds. I would appreciate any other advice you have on investing too. Joseph Dear Joseph, For starters, I don’t buy bonds. Bonds are frequently ...
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Like your yard belongs to you, the church belongs to Jesus
The Dandelion. I feel sorry for this plant. We put forth a great effort to kill every one of them that we encounter. The reason we dislike them? Because they grow everywhere we don’t want them to grow. It really isn’t a bad plant. It isn’t pois...
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No Aqua Texas wastewater increase for Elmendorf
Fees for wastewater services provided by Aqua Texas to residents in Elmendorf will not increase. Aqua Texas had applied to the Elmendorf City Council to raise its wastewater fees by almost per month. However, council members Jason Flores, Laur...
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Missions Baseball plan fundraiser for flood victims
The San Antonio Missions Baseball Club will host a special night to raise funds for victims of the Hill Country floods on Saturday, Aug. 9, at Nelson Wolff Stadium as the Missions welcome the Springfield Cardinals at 7:05 p.m. The Missions will...
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La Vernia to host 'Rummage for Relief' July 26
Join the city of La Vernia Saturday, July 26, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a rummage sale, with proceeds benefiting those impacted by the July 4 floods that devastated Kerrville, Comfort, and Hunt and other Hill Country areas. Shop for a cause at ...
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Submit World Heritage Lego contest entry by Aug. 6
If you have an idea of what Wilson County’s historic Rancho de las Cabras looked like, build a model with Lego bricks! In honor of the 10-year anniversary of the Spanish Missions and the Rancho de las Cabras being jointly designated as a World ...
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Abbott: Flooding death toll now at 135
Gov. Greg Abbott said late last week that the statewide death toll from the catastrophic flooding in the Hill Country stands at 135, and the number of persons missing has dropped to three. The July 4 flooding began when the storm stalled over w...
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Donate blood in Floresville Aug. 3
Sacred Heart Catholic Church encourages community members to participate in its next Blood Drive scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 3, from 8:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. in the Parish Hall. All donors will receive a e-gift card. For information, email blood ...
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Floresville ISD invites school supply donations
Floresville Independent School District (ISD) is collecting donations of backpacks and school supplies to benefit students in need across all of its campuses. The district aims to fill and distribute 400 backpacks filled with essential school s...
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Weigh in on Floresville traffic light proposal
The City of Floresville is inviting public support for the installation of a traffic light on U.S. 181 and Hartman Lane in front of Connally Memorial Medical Center. Through the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Unified Transportation ...
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Order of Eastern Star gives to Vet Home
Liz Hale (left), a member of Floresville Chapter Order of Eastern Star No. 271 sewing group, delivers handmade bibs to Mrs. Flores July 14 for residents at the Frank M. Tejeda Texas State Veterans Home in Floresville.
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Jailhouse Museum: Order bricks in time for 2025 Peanut Festival
The Wilson County Historical Society is reminding community members that they can still be a part of Wilson County history with an engraved brick as part of the Wilson County Jailhouse Museum’s brick campaign. The museum continues taking orders...
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FELPS conducts transformer swaps
Floresville Electric Light & Power System (FELPS) crews perform a “Jack and Slide” method July 17 to move a 15-megavoltampere (MVA) transformer at the Eagle Creek substation north of Floresville into position for transportation to the Suthe...
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Nixon fire leaves Smiley postmaster in critical condition
A woman is in police custody, and a man is in critical condition, following a July 14 fire in Nixon. According to Nixon police Lt. Travis Beck, fire crews responded to a structure fire in the 700 block of E. 4th St. early on July 14. First resp...
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Female pedestrian dies in U.S. 181 accident
The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office and Texas Department of Public Safety Highway Patrol respond to an accident July 19 on U.S. 181 near Laboratory Road, in which a female pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle around 2:30 a.m. The identity ...
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Help for the Hill Country; donate here
As communities in the Texas Hill Country deal with the impact of the July 4 floods along the Guadalupe River, big-hearted folks everywhere have reached out to help. Coordinators on the ground shared that monetary contributions are the best way ...
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Albert, Magill receive TGCA honors
Poth ISD congratulates two athletes for recent accolades received by the Texas Girls Coaches Association (TGCA). Brooklyn Albert was recognized for receiving the TGCA Cross Country All-Star award. Adisen Magill was recognized for receiving the ...
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Six Poth FFA members earn Lone Star Degree
Seven members of the Poth FFA Chapter traveled to Fort Worth June 30 through July 4 to attend the 97th annual Texas FFA State Convention — a week filled with inspiration, learning, and celebration of student success in agricultural education. T...
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Stockdale athletics announces events
With the first day of school set for Aug. 13, Stockdale ISD announces events for high school student athletes, as well as the 2025-26 school year athletic period times for high school and junior high. Events with ‘The Herd’ •Aug. 1: First day o...
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Pierce graduates from ACU
Mary Pierce of Floresville has graduated cum laude from Abilene Christian University (ACU) during its May commencement. Mary earned Bachelor of Science degree in nursing.
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Student registration ongoing in Falls City
The start of the new school year is just weeks away. Registration for students in the Falls City Independent School District is underway now. Register returning students online at fcisd.net. A proof of residency is required; this can be a utili...
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Mini Brahmas hold camp pep rally
Stockdale youth fill up the Junior High gym with Brahma spirit during the Mini Brahma Cheer & Football Camp Pep Rally July 10.Article Link
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Wilson County 4-H Shooting Club, Rifle Club members assist at Falls City fundraiser
On July 11, members of the Wilson County 4-H Shooting Club, Wilson County Rifle Club, and the Texas State 4-H Shooting Sports Ambassador (Wilson County 4-H Archery Project), showed their gratitude to the Karnes County Area Friends of NRA. The m...
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Stockdale Athletic Boosters plan Meet - Greet fundraiser
Plan now to attend the Stockdale Athletic Booster Club’s Meet & Greet event Saturday, Aug. 9, in the parish hall at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Stockdale. The fundraiser includes a steak dinner, drinks, live music, dancing, and a silent a...
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Ken Hartlein is Stockdale Masonic Lodge Golden Trowel recipient
Stockdale Masonic Lodge No. 470 recently presented the Golden Trowel award to Ken Hartlein. Family and friends came together for a ceremony to commemorate the occasion. The Golden Trowel is the Lodge’s formal recognition of a Brother for his de...
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Stockdale FFA members earn highest honors at State FFA Convention
Stockdale FFA members have returned home with top honors from the Texas FFA State Convention. American FFA Degree Caylynn Johnson and Kaydence Osborne were named as the first two Stockdale FFA members ever selected as candidates for the America...
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CAST River of Hope event July 19
Join Blue Shield Motorcycle Club on Saturday, July 19, from 9-11 a.m., in Floresville’s Pecan Park for CAST’s River of Hope event. The free event will feature a fun day of painting rocks for the Children’s Alliance of South Texas, A Child Advoc...
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Solve the Teatime Murder Mysteries!
The game is afoot! The Friends of the Wilson County Public Libraries will host 10 different Murder Mystery games Saturday, Aug. 2, in the Wilson County Expo and Community Center in Floresville. Join other sleuths from 1-5 p.m. to discover the c...
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Falls City Market Day July 19
Enjoy a great day of food, visiting, and shopping at the Falls City Market Day on Saturday, July 19, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. inside the Falls City Community Hall. Shop more than 30 vendors who will offer market, craft, and garage sale items in th...
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Sign up for Seguin Art League classes
The Seguin Art League welcomes members of the community to attend its No Sew Art Quilt class on Saturday, Aug. 2, from 1-4 p.m. The class is for students ages 14 and older. Cost is . The teacher will provide prepared cloth, background, and temp...
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Guadalupe County Master Gardeners to meet July 17
The Guadalupe County Master Gardeners will gather for their monthly meeting on Thursday, July 17, at the AgriLife Extension Office, 210 E. Live Oak St. in Seguin. This month’s program, “Bringing Wings to the Garden,” will be presented by author...
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RoundUp 4 Charity dance July 26
Dance to the music of Freddy Cruz and the Noble Outlaws on Saturday, July 26, from 7-11 p.m., at Martinez Dance Hall in San Antonio, to support RoundUp4Charity. Tickets are if purchased online at bit.ly/466tsx1, at the door. For information, ...
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Gun, card show this weekend in Floresville
American Shows presents two great shows in Floresville this weekend. The Floresville Gun & Card Show is set for Saturday and Sunday, July 19-20, at the Floresville Event Center, 600 S.H. 97, in Floresville. Gun and card show admission inclu...
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CONTEST WINNERS
Loyal readers visit the Wilson County News office to receive gift certificates or prizes from local businesses, which is their prize for participating in WCN’s “Springtime Photo Contest” and the “Summer Fun” promotional drawings.
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This dip looks ugly, but tastes great!
This recipe for “Ugly Dip” is from Fire in the Kitchen, a recipe book from La Vernia Fire & Rescue and the La Vernia Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary in La Vernia; it was published as a fundraiser. The recipe was provided by Hans Palmer,...
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Gov. John Connally visits his hometown
John Connally of Floresville was sworn in as Texas governor on Jan. 15, 1963. He and his family made their first visit home soon after, to meet the governor’s new nephew, Merrill Lee Connally Jr. The little one was born Jan. 18 at Wilson Memori...
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Kickin For A Kure is this Saturday
Are you ready to kick up your heels to some great music and raise funds for a great cause? Then don’t miss the 13th annual Kickin For A Kure this Saturday, July 19! It takes place from 2:30 p.m. to midnight in the Freeman Coliseum Expo Hall in ...
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CAST-CAC 'Shoes for Smiles' a success
Editor: There are a few things that make going back to school after a summer break exciting and memorable, such as a new box of crayons, picking out fun folders, and using bright new markers for the first time. But the most exciting is walking ...
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Give the House Freedom Caucus the credit it deserves
Hardline Republicans — specifically those members of the House Freedom Caucus — are being derided in the press, as if they’ve been playing some kind of a game. That is, threatening to not vote for the One Big Beautiful Bill, when, supposedly, e...
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Drunk and defiant: 'A Bar Song (Tipsy)' tops the charts
Every year, there’s a song of summer. It’s often something to argue over when conversation lags at the barbecue. In 2013, feminists attacked Robin Thicke’s “Blurred Lines” for allegedly glamorizing sexual violence. “Blurred Lines” was a huge hi...
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Shorts and stops: Looking back and going forward
Hill Country floods Just over one week ago, an unprecedented amount of rain fell on strategic areas of the Hill Country, resulting in devastating flooding. The fact that it was the July 4 holiday weekend meant that an unknown number of people w...
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Local Democrats to discuss 134 PAC July 17
The Wilson County Democratic Party will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, July 17, from 6:30- 8 p.m. in the courtroom at the Wilson County Justice Center, 800 10th St. (U.S. 181) in Floresville Jennifer Dominiguez, county party chairperson,...
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Which comes first?
Dear Dave, I just started listening to your radio show a few months ago, and I love your advice. I do have a question about the order of two of the Baby Steps, though. The list puts saving for retirement ahead of putting money aside for college...
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TSSWCB selects Cotter for teacher of year honor
Each year the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board (TSSWCB) and the Association of Texas Soil and Water Conservation Districts recognize and celebrate individuals that dedicate themselves to the conservation and management of renewable...
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GVEC meeting features awards, board elections
SEGUIN — GVEC’s 2025 Annual Meeting took place June 26 in Seguin at the City of Seguin Coliseum. In all, 1,359 members participated: 171 in person and 1,188 by proxy. Before the business meeting began, members registered to vote and for prize d...
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READ ALL OVER WINNER
Wilson County News Editor Nannette Kilbey-Smith takes in the latest news during a visit in late May to Harpers Ferry, W. Va. While in the area, she attended Sunday services at the historic Chapel of St. Peter, established in 1828. The church su...
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Cestohowa Altar Society celebrates 70 years
The Cestohowa Altar Society is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year. It was organized July 3, 1955, under the direction of then pastor, Rev. Julius Dworaczyk. The purpose of the Cestohowa Altar Society was to get women involved as active ...
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Making certain of your inheritance
In the 1500s, a man by the name of William Tyndale determined the common man in England should have the Bible in his own language. Tyndale set out, against much opposition, to accomplish this very difficult task. A scholar in both Greek and Heb...
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POLICE BLOTTER
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Department of Public Safety •J...
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China Grove applauds departing police sergeant
China Grove police Chief Ralph Sramek applauds police Sgt. Daniel Vickers after presenting him with a letter of appreciation July 10 for his service to the community. Vickers resigned his position to accept employment elsewhere after working fo...
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Fire station rent proposal sparks discussion in China Grove
China Grove City Council members took actions at their July 10 meeting related to both the fire department and the police department that serve the city. A suggestion by Councilman Fred Bean for the city to consider charging for China Grove Fir...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/ including Commissioners July 14, Development Review July 10, Floresville council July 10, St. Hedwig council July 10, Stockdale council July 7, Ll...
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Wilson County approves solar farm tax abatement
A solar farm will soon be under construction in eastern Wilson County. Wilson County Commissioners approved a 10-year tax abatement agreement July 14 with Clear Fork Creek Solar LLC for a 600-megawatt photovoltaic power generation facility on 6...
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Pollok - Sons is Business of the Month
Pollok & Sons Surveying Inc. is honored July 1 as the Floresville Chamber of Commerce Business of the Month. Owner Harry Pollok (third from left) said his father opened the business in 1981, and he continues to serve the surveying needs of ...
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Kerr County death toll tops 100, with 161 still missing
Search teams have recovered 103 bodies in Kerr County after the devastating July 4 floods along the Guadalupe River, with Gov. Greg Abbott saying at least 161 people were still unaccounted for. President Donald Trump visited the area on Friday ...
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New State law bans cell phone use during school day
Texas House Bill 1481 may change the outlook of the school year for students across the state, as the new legislation prohibits cell phone usage while in school. According to the law — signed June 20 by Gov. Greg Abbott — school districts and c...
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Hill Country roads under water
The Llano River gushes over a road near Ranch Road 1431 near Kingsland July 8, following the devastating July 4 flooding in the Hill Country. Lupe Lerose of La Vernia took this photo; they were visiting friends in Marble Falls when the flooding...
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Enjoy July 22 Floresville chamber networking social
Plan now to attend as the Floresville Chamber of Commerce and the Wilson County News host a July Business Networking event on Tuesday, July 22, from 5-7:30 p.m. at the Wilson County News office, 1012 C St. in downtown Floresville. Enjoy pizza f...
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Alice Alfaro dedicates 53 years to Floresville ISD
Floresville Independent School District retiree Alice Alfaro is joined by her family at the 2025 employee banquet in May. Ms. Alfaro retired after 53 years of service in education, all of which were in Floresville. Most recently, she was a para...
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Floresville Council says no to hiring firm for city manager search, hears pitch for heritage festival
[Video below] The Floresville City Council has nixed three potential firms to search for a new city manager, opting to do the search and hiring themselves. During the July 10 meeting, council members discussed matters pertaining to hiring a new...
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Warning: It's not the U.S. Marshals calling
Long story short — if a U.S. Marshal calls from an unknown number, leaves a message for you to call him back from a 210 number, save yourself the time. On July 7 at 1:10 p.m., I received a phone call from an unknown number. The caller left a vo...
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La Vernia youth help flood victims
The recent floods in Kerr County galvanized three La Vernia high school students into action. Masyn Morrow, an incoming junior, and incoming seniors Peyton Stahl and Peyton Dylla came together days after the flood and organized a donation drive...
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Wilson County honors local patriots
FLORESVILLE — A historical marker was unveiled July 12 at the Wilson County Courthouse to honor patriots who supported the cause for liberty in the American Revolution. The event, made possible chiefly through the efforts of the Susanna Dickins...
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RoundUp 4 Charity invites scholarship applications
RoundUp 4 Charity will award 0 scholarships to four students this year for either a university or trade school. High school graduates who reside in Comal, Hays, or Guadalupe counties are eligible. The deadline to apply is Friday, Aug. 1. For mo...
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Lucio, Cooper are MSU grads
Congratulations to these area residents that are among the Spring 2025 graduates of Midwestern State University (MSU) in Wichita Falls, Texas: •Floresville — Ileana Lucio, Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences •Poth — Sydney Cooper, summa cum l...
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Wilson County 4-H'ers place in State Roundup
Wilson County 4-H sent 16 members to compete in the State 4-H Roundup June 3-5 in College Station. A number of the members placed in the State events, returning home with honors.
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Thank you, Wilson County News!
The Floresville High School Tigerettes gather around Wilson County News advertising associate Pam Smith June 19 to recognize the newspaper for its sponsorship of the dance team for the 2024-25 school year. The Tigerettes, along with several mem...
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Contractor strikes water main; water out in much of La Vernia
Update 7/10/2025 – As of 1:09 p.m., the City of La Vernia advises that service has been restored to most of the city. Those still without water should be limited to properties in closer proximity to the affected area. Water for many custom...
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Abbott orders Texas flags lowered to honor Hill Country flood victims
Texas Gov.Greg Abbott has ordered Texas flags across the state to be lowered to half-staff to honor those who lost their lives due to the devastating floods that impacted Texas over the July 4th holiday weekend. “In heartfelt...
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C.R. 122 northwest of Floresville remains closed
Wilson County officials advise that C.R. 122 northwest of Floresville remains closed Wednesday, July 9. Work to install drainage structures in the 2200 block of the road began Tuesday; however, due to rain, material placed on...
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Enjoy Wyatt Aleman -- Hank Williams impersonator -- July 12 in Floresville!
Floresville is the place to be Saturday, July 12 as classic country music and history come alive on the historic downtown Courthouse Square! Check out this video interview of Hank Williams Impersonator Wyatt Aleman and Jailhouse Museum Curator ...
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St. Hedwig seeks community groups, vendors
The St. Hedwig Marshal’s Office is looking for local vendors, food trucks, and community groups and businesses to participate in St. Hedwig’s celebration of National Night Out on Saturday, Oct. 11. For information, email Sgt. Damian Balderas at...
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Learn about Master Naturalist program set for July 15
The Guadalupe Master Naturalists are organizing their Fall Training class, which starts in August. The group will hold a Master Naturalist Meet-n-Greet on Tuesday, July 15, at 6 p.m. The event will take place in the AgriLife Extension Building,...
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RSVP now for environmental, conservation symposium in Floresville
The South Texas Environmental and Conservation Symposium will be held on Friday, Sept. 5, at the Wilson County Expo and Community Center in Floresville to enhance awareness of critical environmental issues. It is an event organized by the Wilso...
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Stockdale Masons honor David Campbell as 'Community Builder'
The Stockdale Masonic Lodge No. 470 recently presented David Campbell with its Community Builder Award. This award is the highest recognition a lodge can award to a non- Mason. David is a graduate of Stockdale High School and has been involved ...
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Get tickets for Alamo Vault Tour Aug. 15
The community is invited to the Alamo Vault Tour on Friday, Aug. 15, from 6-8 p.m. This special tour includes private, after-hours access to the Alamo Exhibit at the Ralston Family Collections Center with a focus on treasured David Crockett art...
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Quilt fundraiser benefits CAST
The Children’s Alliance of South Texas-A Child Advocacy Center (CAST) invites community members to help children experiencing trauma by taking part in their quilt fundraiser. To view the quilts and learn how to participate, visit castcac.org/qu...
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Enjoy Christmas in July in St. Hedwig
Enjoy a Christmas in July Craft Show and Rummage Sale on Saturday, July 19, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Lubianski Feed Store, 13640 F.M. 1346 in St. Hedwig. Vendor space is still available. For more information or to reserve an indoor or outdo...
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Learn ceramics with Seguin Art League
Seguin Art League welcomes members of the community to attend “The Little Fisherman” ceramics class at the gallery on Saturdays, July 26 and Aug. 16, from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Students will create a ceramic fish inspired by the book “The Little Fishe...
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Browse Farmers Market July 19 in Helton Park
Wilson County Trade Days Tye-Dye Farmers Market will be Saturday, July 19, in Helton Nature Park, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Community members can bring a T-shirt to tie-dye while they shop local farmers and vendors. Helton Nature Park is located at...
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Enjoy Kickin for a Kure July 19
Get tickets now for the 13th annual Kickin for a Kure, Saturday, July 19, in the Freeman Coliseum Expo Hall in San Antonio. Taking the stage this year will be Scotty McCreery, LeAnn Rimes, and Erica Daniels. The event, which starts at 2:30 p.m....
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Shake-and-make ice cream in a bag
Many of my childhood summer memories are based on cranking the handle of ice-cream makers at picnics and family reunions. Nowadays, when you ask kids about ice cream, they are more likely to associate it with the cold, hazy cloud that comes out...
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What's the story on Floresville's crape myrtles?
When were crape myrtles introduced in Floresville? Someone asked last week if there was a story behind the abundance of colorful crape myrtle trees lining the streets in Floresville. This story has been mentioned on occasion over the years, so ...
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Catholic Daughters collect items for foster care
Members of the Catholic Daughters Court 2497 from Sacred Heart Catholic Church collect donated clothes, shoes, and self-care products for the Trulight127 Ministry that distributes the items to individuals in foster care.
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Gail Fuller receives Golden Star Award
Floresville Order of Eastern Star #271 members Jesse Ramos and Nina McChesney award the first ever Golden Star Award to Gail Fuller (center) June 21. This award is for a member who has given their time and energy to the community and beyond, wh...
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Wilson County communities celebrate Independence Day
Community members gathered July 4 to celebrate the 249th birthday of the United States of America. Here are a few photos from the Independence Day events in Floresville and La Vernia.
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Facts about the 'One Big Beautiful Bill'
Letter: On July 4th, Independence Day, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill. It provides opportunities for economic independence for all Americans while reversing the Democratic trend of growing big, intrusive government. However, ...
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It's a 'big bad bill'
Editor: Donald Trump’s big bad bill is a disaster for working families, rural communities, and the future of our country. While it gives the wealthiest Americans [post_excerpt].3 trillion in tax breaks, it does so by ripping away critical lifel...
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Why aren't Democrats proud to be American?
As we prepare to note the 249th anniversary of our country, getting ready for the great celebration next year of America’s 250th, Gallup serves up sobering data. Per polling just released by Gallup, only 58 percent of Americans now say they are...
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Musk should return to the Democratic party
Elon Musk warned that if Republicans passed their big domestic policy bill, he would form a new “America Party” to primary those who voted for it. He doesn’t need a new party. He has his old one, the Democrats. Many Democrats have grown to inte...
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Shorts and stops: Independence, weather, floods
The news of the week began with Congress wrangling to pass President Donald J. Trump’s signature legislation. The massive 900-plus-page bill was finally passed on July 3 after hours and hours of torturous debates and outright stalling technique...
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Golf tournament to benefit Falls City cheerleaders
Sign up now for the Falls City Cheerleaders 24th Annual Golf Tournament on Saturday, July 26, 9 a.m., at River Bend Golf Club in Floresville. Registration for the two-man scramble tournament is 5 per player and includes green fees, cart, mullig...
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Make a difference for the birds July 12
Join in helping to clean up the Mitchell Lake Audubon Center habitat on Saturday, July 12, from 8-10 a.m. Depending on the day’s task, the work can involve trail maintenance, removal of invasive species, and planting native plants for birds and...
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SCTICA plans July 17 meeting
South Central Texas Independent Cattlemen’s Association (SCTICA) will meet on Thursday, July 17, at 6:30 p.m., in Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 488 W. Westmeyer St. (F.M. 541) in Poth. A beef meal and door prizes will be provided. Sysco Fo...
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Ben Franklin quotes bridge gap between past, present
If you’d like to do some patriotic reading but don’t want to submerge yourself in a narrative, here’s a recommendation. The Benjamin Franklin Book of Quotes by Travis Hellstrom offers the reader the opportunity to read wise or witty comments un...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/ including FELPS July 1, Floresville Tourist Advisory July 2 Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District Meeting: Regular meeting, June 27, 9...
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POLICE BLOTTER
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Wilson County Sheriff’s Office...
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4:20
COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Trynda B. Popham, 31, of Floresville was originally sentenced in March 2023 to two years in a Texas Department of Criminal Justice...
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5:33
Four men indicted on murder charges
The Wilson County Grand Jury has formally indicted four individuals related to the murder of a Floresville man. Paul “Bizzy” Arevalos was discovered by Floresville Police Department officers March 28, deceased from apparent gunshot wounds. Thro...
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INDICTMENTS
The Wilson County Grand Jury met June 20 and returned indictments in 37 cases. The following 16 individuals are among the defendants scheduled for arraignment July 16: •Kalem E. Blumberg, 26, of Austin was indicted on a charge of assault of a f...
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4:39
Build a business with Entrepreneurship 101 webinar series
UTSA Small Business Development Center (SBDC) invites aspiring entrepreneurs to participate in its Entrepreneurship 101 Webinar Series. Designed to help build an understanding of what it really takes to launch, manage, and lead a successful bus...
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Investing or student loan debt?
Dear Dave, Our daughter is a student, and she has ,000 in student loan debt. She works part-time, and has a couple of scholarships, but she has borrowed a little along the way to bridge gaps. Her uncle recently sold his business, and he told us...
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State sales tax revenue totaled $4 billion in June
Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock today said state sales tax revenue totaled .04 billion in June, 2.5 percent more than in June 2024. The majority of June sales tax revenue is based on sales made in May and remitted to the agency in June. ...
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Hydrant spray sparks summer play
Hot time, summer in the city … A Floresville city worker opens a fire hydrant to flush out the water lines July 3 — and how could you not want to dance in the spray? This is exactly what 5-year-old Adalina Flores did, as her mom watched from th...
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Marshall Eddie of Cibolo serves with U.S. Navy's recruiting orientation unit
PENSACOLA, Fla. — Petty Officer 2nd Class Marshall Eddie, a native of Cibolo, Texas, is serving in the U.S. Navy, assigned to Navy Recruiting Orientation Unit (NORU) with the next generation of U.S. Navy Recruiters. Eddie is a 2016 graduate of ...
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Christians are a strong influence
Around the turn of the century in rural Texas, an old man, crippled with arthritis, was very faithful in his attendance at a local church. Twice on Sunday and once on Wednesday night, a little girl watched from her bedroom window as the old man...
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River Bend golfers gather to remember Bob Richardson
Members of the River Bend Golf Association gathered June 11 at the club house at the River Bend Golf Course in Floresville with family and friends of Bob Richardson (1936-2025) for a heartfelt toast in memory of our dear friend and fellow golfe...
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Correction
Correction: Acetylene — a combustible gas — has been found in the oil in the Sutherland Springs substation, causing the need for testing and repair of the transformer, not in the soil, as stated in the July 2 article, “FELPS to deploy bird dete...
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EC names Lozano new principal of Victory Elementary
East Central Independent School District (ISD) has named Margarita Lozano as principal of Victory Elementary STEM Academy. Located in Elmendorf in the Hickory Ridge subdivision, East Central ISD’s newest campus is set to open in the fall of 202...
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ESD 4 to receive $15,000 grant
Wilson County Emergency Services District (ESD) 4 will receive a ,000 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) grant. The Blue Impact Grant is being awarded to help ESD 4 enhance its Mobile Integrated Health Program, whereby its EMS personnel e...
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Floresville welcomes MyCo Glass - Mirror
The Floresville Chamber of Commerce welcomes MyCo Glass & Mirror June 20, with a ribbon-cutting event at the chamber office on Railroad Street. Shane and Julie Dahlberg are the owners of the glass company, which specializes in window and sc...
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On a mission to leave no senior behind
Trish Montoya is on a mission – to leave no seniors behind. Although she lives in New Jersey, her name may be familiar to longtime Floresville residents, because she is a Floresville native. Trish reveals her inspiring journey of turning a pass...
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Wilson County Historical Society awards $70K in grants
FLORESVILLE — The Wilson County Historical Society proudly announces the award of more than ,000 in grants to advance historic preservation and museum sustainability throughout the county. At the heart of these efforts is a ,000 pledge in suppo...
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Death toll climbs in Hill Country flooding; legislators will investigate response to crisis
Gov. Greg Abbott said Sunday he’s likely to instruct the Texas Legislature to investigate early warning systems and other governmental responses to July 4 flash flooding that killed at least 82 people in the Hill Country. Lawmakers are set to c...
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RSVP celebrates volunteers, invites seniors to join
RSVP of South Central Texas — Retired Senior Volunteer Program — recently celebrated current volunteers at an appreciation luncheon held every year. The June 25 luncheon included a meal, sing-along, and bingo, as well as recognition of Angela K...
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2:33
Peanut Court visits Dipped Treats
While visiting Dipped Treats by Laura on the Wilson County Courthouse square, members of the Floresville Peanut Festival’s 2025 Court of Texas Enchantment enjoy a tasty treat. The court toured Floresville-area businesses expressing thanks for t...
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RSVP now for Floresville chamber networking event
Heads up, Floresville businesses! It’s time to connect business professionals, build relationships, and promote local businesses! Join the Floresville Chamber of Commerce and the Wilson County News for a July Business Networking event on Tuesda...
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Little Playhouse Learning Center celebrates grand opening
Floresville city officials and members of the Floresville Chamber of Commerce celebrate with Little Playhouse Learning Center owner Brooke Collins as she cuts the ribbon June 14 at the grand opening of her new business, located at 643 10th St. ...
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Railroad heritage group takes shape in Floresville
Imagine boarding a train at the old Floresville railroad depot. According to the Texas Transportation Museum website, railroad passenger service ended on Sept. 24, 1950, for Floresville. However, a devoted group of railroad enthusiasts and hist...
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Found: Missing teen Carolina Perez
Carolina Perez, who went missing from her job at Dairy Queen in La Vernia March 12, has been found. According to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, the 16-year-old was located June 21. No further information had been made available by press tim...
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Arrest made after Shannon Ridge manhunt for wanted man
A Floresville man faces multiple charges, following a multiagency police pursuit. According to Wilson County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Zach Garcia, officers of the Floresville Police Department attempted to make a traffic stop on a white Dodge Da...
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Locals help flood recovery
A crew of Floresville Electric Light & Power System linemen is helping restore power to the Hill Country communities devastated by July 4 flooding. The mutual aid crew left Floresville early Saturday, arriving in Kerrville by 8 a.m. to help...
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Floresville student to attend NYIT
New York Institute of Technology will welcome Floresville High School 2025 graduate Deyanira Lopez as a student for the Fall 2025 semester. The university welcomes nearly 8,000 students worldwide, and has campuses in New York City and Long Isla...
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Welliver named to MSU President's List
Rilee Welliver of Falls City was named to the Mississippi State University (MSU) spring 2025 President’s List. Students on the President’s List achieved a 3.80 or better grade-point average, based on a 4.0 scale, while completing at least 12 se...
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Get ready for Falls City pre-k, kinder camps
Falls City Elementary School will hold a Pre-K Camp on Tuesday and Wednesday, July 15-16. Additionally, incoming kindergartners are invited to Kinder Camp Monday through Thursday, July 28-31. Both camps will be held from 8:30-11 a.m. at the ele...
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Wilson County youth receive 4-H Foundation scholarships
Four Wilson County 4-H members received Texas 4-H Foundation scholarships at the State 4-H Roundup June 4-5 in College Station. Recipients include: •Conley Harris, ,000 from the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo •Joshua Scribner, ,000 from the...
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Mini Lady Brahmas are on the court
Youth from Stockdale participate in day one of Mini Lady Brahma volleyball camp June 9. The Stockdale Athletic Club and Sweet Tees, LLC helped make the volleyball camp possible.
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WILSON COUNTY 4-H COMPETES AT STATE CONTEST
Two Wilson County 4-H teams qualified to compete at the State 4-H indoor smallbore rifle contest May 31 in Victoria. Wilson County more members to this contest than any other county in the state. The boys team of placed 13th and the girls place...
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State Champs! Poth FFA clay shooting team brings home top honors
Congratulations to the Poth FFA clay shooting team of Ty Schuenemann, Cline Mangum, Jay Friesenhahn, Kailee King, Janzen Pfeifer, and Brenden Smith on bringing home six State Championships, two Reserve State Championships, nine banners, and 37 ...
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County Roads 241, 122 to close July 8 for repairs
Residents and drivers in the vicinities of C.R. 241 and C.R 122 in western Wilson County should be aware that road repairs will commence on Tuesday, July 8, beginning at 7 a.m., causing temporary closures, according to Wilson County officials. ...
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How to help Texas communities in the wake of July 4 floods
Slow-moving storms resulted in devastating floods and the loss of lives July 4 in Kerr and Kendall counties, and the Concho Valley near San Angelo. Rescue and recovery efforts began immediately, and the death toll continues t...
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Floresville ISD approves teacher, employee raises
Floresville Independent School District (ISD) personnel will see pay increases for the coming school year. The district adopted its operating budget and compensation plan for the 2025-26 school year unanimously during a special meeting June 25....
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Photo of four U.S. presidents
This photo of four U.S. presidents is from the Nov. 28, 1963, San Antonio News, less than a week after President John F. Kennedy’s assassination. Found in scrapbooks that belong to the Stockdale Museum, the photo depicts (l-r) Kennedy, Lyndon B...
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FELPS to deploy bird deterrent project; talks transformer swaps
[Video below] “The Birds” — It’s the name of a classic Alfred Hitchcock film; it’s also the cause of a big problem for the Floresville Electric Light & Power System (FELPS). Birds — flocking to the warmth of electrical equipment to nest — a...
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Cake recipe holds memories of Grama
Food often connects us to family and past generations. This recipe for Apple Sauce Cake comes from Lora Dolle, in memory of her Grama Baetge, shared in the Taste of Floresville, Second Edition, cookbook from the Floresville Chamber of Commerce....
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Officers seek wanted man in Shannon Ridge area north of Floresville
Update (3:32 pm July 1, 2025): The Wilson County Sheriff's Office advises that officers successfully apprehended Kevin Scott Higgins, 23, in the Shannon Ridge subdivision north of Floresville after receiving information that he was in a residen...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/ including FELPS June 25 and Floresville City Council June 26. East Central Independent School District Meeting: Regular meeting, June 19, 6:30-8:53 p.m...
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Don your red, white, and blue for Floresville's Fourth of July costume contest
Put on your patriotic colors and enter the costume contest — the latest addition to the City of Floresville’s Fourth of July Festival! The city has a full afternoon and evening of free fun lined up this Friday, July 4, at the...
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Enjoy Fourth of July fireworks in Nixon
The Nixon Lions Club is proud to present its annual Fourth of July Independence Day Weekend Fireworks Show on Saturday, July 5, at the Nixon-Smiley High School baseball field. Head over to the baseball field and settle in for the fireworks, pre...
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'County Line Community Band' in concert June 29
The County Line Community Band presents “1775: The Fight for Freedom” on Sunday, June 29, at 3 p.m., at The Rock United Methodist Church, 1784 E. Loop 1604 S. in St. Hedwig. This free concert will feature songs from during the wars that have ke...
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Enjoy Savory Watermelon Salad
Watermelon is one of the flavors of summer, and here’s a different way to enjoy it! Try this Savory Watermelon Salad from the Taste of Floresville, Second Edition, cookbook from the Floresville Chamber of Commerce. The book is , available at th...
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READ ALL OVER WINNER
The Wilson County News was spotted in the Tulsa International Airport in Tulsa, Okla.! La Vernia Independent School District paraprofessional Christy Hinnant and her oldest daughter, Rebecca, an eighth-grader at La Vernia Junior High, went to v...
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Would you like to dance?
This “glimpse of the past” comes from Clarence Ehlers of Floresville. When going through my father’s old stuff, I came upon old dance tickets he had saved from when he was probably 18 to 20 years old, which would have been 1940-42. Two groups o...
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Scenes from 2025 Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee
The 2025 Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee June 20-21 included a host of hometown fun — from the Watermelon Crawl 5K and fun run, to a parade with visiting festival royalty from across South Central Texas and Stockdale’s own Queen Melone and her cou...
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Celebrate Fourth of July with hometown fun in La Vernia, Floresville
It’s the biggest birthday party — and it’s celebrated across the entire country! That’s right. Independence Day is July 4, and you don’t have to go far to find the fun. Wilson County communities are gearing up to celebrate with hometown fun, fa...
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Controlling a hornets' nest
Editor: Let me preface that the following are my own views and, to some, probably obviously somewhat tainted. Life experience can do that to any person. First, let me join you in asking, as a Bible believer and a “retired” pastor, “What would J...
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Tucker Carlson, Mark Levin on Iran
Per the U.S. State Department, in a statement issued in April 2025, “Iran remains the leading state sponsor of terrorism in the world and has financed and directed numerous terrorist attacks and activities globally, through its IRGC-Qods Force ...
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3:56
The fifth estate
If you’ve been a reporter long enough, you learn that when people say you’re a “member of the Fourth Estate,” they mean to insult you and to let you know they read a book once. The only exception is lawyers, who use the term the same way they u...
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The war with Iran should be turned back to Israel
Let me offer some rare praise for Donald Trump. His attack on Iran’s nuclear development sites was carefully executed. Nobody outside a tight circle knew about it in advance. And he was wise in shifting the talk into calls for peace. We don’t k...
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New scholarship open to arts management students
The Central Texas Philharmonic has announced creation of the Charlotte Barbini Legacy in Arts Management Award, a new initiative aimed at supporting the next generation of arts administrators. This annual scholarship will be open to undergradua...
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Polish Heritage Center to host presentation
Make plans to attend a special presentation highlighting Polish history, culture, and heritage on Thursday, July 3, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Polish Heritage Center in Panna Maria. Featured guest speakers will be Professor Przemyslaw Czarnek...
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Temporal or eternal? The choice is yours
There is a charming story concerning the noble statesman, William Ewart Gladstone. Crossing the frontier between France and Belgium, he was interrogated by an officious customs officer: “Have you anything to declare?” “Only a bunch of grapes,” ...
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Nominate now for First Responder of the year
Here is an opportunity to recognize a Wilson County first responder who goes “above and beyond.” The Wilson County First Responders Association has begun accepting nominations for its First Responder of the Year; the deadline is Friday, July 11...
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Nominate your favorite educator by June 30
It’s time to nominate your favorite teacher for Educator of the Quarter. The deadline is Monday, June 30, for the second quarter of 2025. Whether it’s a teacher who inspired you or a mentor who made a difference, show your appreciation by filli...
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POLICE BLOTTER
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Poth police •June 12, Felipa D...
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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Adam Sanchez, 42, of Floresville was originally charged with prohibited substance in a correctional facility, when he allegedly po...
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Floresville man arrested on multiple charges, including aggravated assault
The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Floresville man after a multi-agency stand off. Deputies responded to a call June 12 in the 1200 block of C.R. 304 near Floresville, where a resident reported that a neighbor had been firing wea...
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It takes courage to cry
Dear Dave, My wife and I are on Baby Step 7, and we have a household income of 7,000 a year. We have an older dog who has had some very expensive vet bills recently. It has us both wondering how far, financially speaking, we should be willing t...
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City, county offices to close for Fourth of July
In observance of Independence Day on Friday, July 4, city halls will be closed in Elmendorf, Floresville, La Vernia, Poth, and Stockdale, as well as all Wilson County offices, with the following exceptions: •Wilson County Collections Facility w...
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East Central's Kessler named finalist for Teaching Excellence
Jacob Kessler, lead agricultural mechanics teacher at East Central High School, has been named one of the Top 50 National Finalists in the 2025 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence. This prestigious honor recognizes ou...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/category/video-vault for ESD 2 June 16, Commissioners June 23 Wilson County Emergency Services District 2 (North central Wilson County) Meeting: Regular meeting, June 16...
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Commissioners talk reserve deputy constables, autopsies
[Video below] Wilson County commissioners are considering utilizing reserve deputy constables. During the commissioners’ June 23 meeting, Pct. 1 Constable Santiago “Jimmy” Morales — with the support of Bexar County Constable Ruben Tejeda — disc...
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Abbott vetoes THC ban, calls special session
Gov. Greg Abbott just before the midnight deadline Sunday vetoed a bill on THC products and said he would call a special legislative session to regulate products containing the substance, the Austin American-Statesman reported. The veto angered...
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Curl Up - Dye salon hosts open house
Curl Up & Dye salon — located on Bentwood Drive at U.S. 181 north of Floresville which houses several beauty, cosmetic, and personal care shops — welcomes members of the Floresville Chamber of Commerce and others June 1 to an open house eve...
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Floresville Council meets 'Court of Texas Enchantment'
[Video below] Members of the Floresville Peanut Festival 2025 “Court of Texas Enchantment” attend the June 12 meeting of the Floresville City Council. Pictured (l-r) are Councilman Mario Morones, Peanut Festival Association President Albert Sae...
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Thomas Yingst follows in the footsteps of St. Francis
In the heat of a Texas summer, it’s hard to contemplate a walk that takes you beyond the mailbox. But one Floresville man recently returned from a walk that took him across Italy — 322 miles from Florence to Assisi to Rome — via the Cammino di ...
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River Bend residents 'Flock' to learn about security
FLORESVILLE — The River Bend subdivision is now home to a Flock license plate recognition (LPR) system, following an uptick in vehicle burglaries and thefts in the golf course community. The security system — which was purchased and installed a...
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A piece of La Vernia history comes crashing down
Timber! The old elevated water storage tower that served the city of La Vernia for many years and let folks know exactly where they were for decades teeters and tumbles to the ground June 16. No longer serviceable, it was replaced by a new elev...
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USDA to attack New World Screwworm
Texas will be the first line of defense in the fight to battle a major threat to the U.S. economy and food supply. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is establishing a New World Screwworm (NWS) sterile fly facility in Texas. The facility...
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Poth HONOR ROLLS
Junior High School Sixth six weeks Sixth grade All A’s: Aubrey Bailey, Libby Bourne, Case Cooke, Landri Helmke, Tynley Kotara, Logan Kotzur, Mckenzie Moy, Emerson Posey, Connor Pruski, Corbin Smolka, Trace Tackitt, Jason Tellez, Joseph Ulrich. ...
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Poth students recognized for CTE completion
The following students at Poth High School were honored May 6 at the school’s annual Honors and Awards Assembly for completing a CTE (Career and technical education) Program of Study: •Agribusiness — Falin Parson •Animal Science — Colette Conna...
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Poth High School students receive recognitions
Poth High School held its annual Awards Assembly May 6 in the high school gym. Various awards and recognitions were presented, including the following. UIL. Scholar Awards The University Interscholastic League Scholar Award was created to recog...
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Poth High School presents Outstanding Student Awards
At the annual Awards Assembly held May 6, the following Poth High School students received Outstanding Student Awards for the 2024-25 academic year: English I H—Christian Lingua English II H — Isabella Serna English III DC — Berklie Urbanczyk E...
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Local students earn honors at Texas A-M-Kingsville
Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) has released the names of several local students who made the President’s List, Dean’s List, and Honor Roll for the spring 2025 semester. President’s List •Emma Lynn Kotzur of Adkins •Madelyn Irene Wa...
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Future Chef competitors receive recognition
Floresville Independent School District trustees (back) join Superintendent Jason Gilstrap (front, l-r) in recognizing Zelda Pineda, Ruby Segovia, Skye Lopez, and Reagan Walston, for their participation in the Future Chef Culinary Competition; ...
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Father Leopold Moczygemba Foundation awards scholarships
The Father Leopold Moczygemba Foundation proudly announces the winners of its 2025 Silesian Texans Essay Contest. This year’s recipients are: •Jessica Rogers of La Vernia High School, who will be attending Texas A&M Corpus Christi •Matthew ...
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Young leaders invited to apply for ambassador program
Know a young leader who cares about the environment, or are you one? Applications are now open for the Young Texan Ambassador Program, a unique statewide opportunity for youth ages 15–25 to grow as environmental leaders — no matter where in Tex...
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Locals named to SHSU honors lists
Sam Houston State University (SHSU) has named the following students to the Spring 2025 honors lists: •President’s List — Ava Bellinger, Makayla Lackey, David Rios, and Ian Santos of Floresville and Isaac Mokrane of St. Hedwig. •Dean’s List — A...
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Mustang baseball athletes receive District honors
The Nixon-Smiley Mustang baseball team is proud to share its District honor selections. The Mustangs have a young team with all starters returning next year, and they will have a handful of seniors next season for the first time in two years. H...
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PEANUT ROYALTY RECEIVES SCHOLARSHIPS
The Floresville Peanut Festival Association attended the annual Senior Awards Ceremony on May 6 at the Floresville High School Competition Gym, where members of the 2024 Court of Rooted Legacies were presented scholarships. Congratulations to t...
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Stockdale HOPE Day benefits Sofia Gonzales
Since 2010, Stockdale High School has hosted HOPE Day, a day where we get together to give back to someone in our community who needs help and HOPE. This year, the event was held May 15. Stockdale Student Council assisted the HOPE Day committee...
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Susanna Dickinson Chapter awards Stockdale essay winners
The Susanna Dickinson Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) presented participation certificates May 21 to 14 eighth-graders at Stockdale Junior High School. The students wrote essays on the Boston Tea Party and t...
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THSCA names EC's Tessara Harrison to Super Elite Team
The Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) has announced the 2024-2025 THSCA Softball Super Elite Teams. Among those receiving this recognition is East Central High School’s Tessara Harrison. The award recognizes student-athletes across ...
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Major Luna receives All-State honors
Congratulations to Poth junior Major Luna for earning All-State second team, short stop by the Texas High School Coaches Association for 3A schools.
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Roger Winkler Foundation presents scholarships
Stockdale High School students receive scholarships May 18 from Rebecca Morton with the Roger Winkler Foundation. The Roger Winkler Memorial Foundation gives back to the community through scholarships. Wilson County recipients have an opportuni...
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0:38
Stockdale Top 10 students honor 'Dream Makers'
At the Stockdale High School Senior Recognition banquet, the Stockdale ISD Education Foundation celebrated Dream Makers from Stockdale Independent School District. Each of the top 10 students from the class of 2025 selected two educators who ma...
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1:53
Stockdale Masons honor educators, students
On May 19, the Stockdale Masonic Lodge No. 470 held a ceremony to honor and celebrate education in our community. Masonic lodges have been supporting public education since the days of the Republic of Texas. Many of the first public schools act...
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FACEBOOK LIVE WINNER
Wilson County News’ WCN Live fans receive their prizes from C Street Gift Shop after commenting during a live broadcast hosted on Facebook every Wednesday at 10 a.m. Stay tuned for the next WCN Live and be sure to comment to be entered in the d...
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Live performance of 'Remembering Juneteenth' at The Alamo June 19
The Alamo will host “Remembering Juneteenth” on Thursday, June 19, at 9:30 a.m. in The Alamo’s Plaza de Valero. The 25-minute live performance is free to the public and explores the emancipation of enslaved African Americans through first-perso...
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0:42
Badger Comeback 2025 to honor Karnes City High School classes
Badger Comeback 2025 is scheduled for Saturday, July 26, from 2-7 p.m. at the Texas Vaquero Hall, 410 W. Buchel St. in Karnes City. The event will honor the Karnes City High School classes of 2020, 2015, 2010, 2005, 2000, 1995, 1990, 1985, 1980...
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Celebrate Juneteenth at Coastal Bend festival June 20-23
The Texas Association of Black Personnel in Higher Education (TABPHE) Corpus Christi Chapter and H-E-B invite guests to the first Coastal Bend Juneteenth Festival Friday, June 20, through Sunday, June 22, at Waters Edge Park in Corpus Christi. ...
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0:47
Texas Camel Corps to visit the Alamo
Discover the remarkable history of camels at the Alamo on Saturday, June 21, from 9 a.m. to noon in the Alamo Gardens. Guests are invited to join the Texas Camel Corps and witness this forgotten part of Alamo history when the U.S. Army turned t...
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Falls City Market Day June 21
Enjoy a great day of food, visiting, and shopping at the Falls City Market Day on Saturday, June 21, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. inside the Falls City Community Hall. Shop more than 40 or more vendors who will offer market, craft, and garage sale ite...
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Enjoy Dad's Farmers Market June 21
Wilson County Trade Days Dad’s Farmers Market will be Saturday, June 21, in Helton Nature Park. Shop local farmers and vendors and enjoy free crafts for dads from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Helton Nature Park is located at 15662 F.M. 775, north of Flores...
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Catch Nathan Colt Young in Kosciusko June 28
Dance to the music of Nathan Colt Young on Saturday, June 28, at 7 p.m., in Kosciusko Dance Hall. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are at the door or when purchased online. Proceeds benefit veterans, first responders, and historical dance halls. ...
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Get tickets for Aug. 2 Denim - Diamonds Casino Night
Tickets are now available for the Consolata Healthcare Foundation’s 20th annual Denim & Diamonds Casino Night, set for Saturday, Aug. 2, at the Floresville Event Center in Floresville. Each ticket covers a catered dinner, margaritas, beer t...
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Garbanzo Greek Salad tastes better with time
Here’s a budget-friendly, flavorful summer recipe, courtesy of Jade Warshaw at Ramsey Solutions (see “Dave Says” from money and business expert Dave Ramsey on page 9A). “Let me tell you — I’m here for this salad!” Jade says. “It’s hearty. It’s ...
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We asked -- and you answered!
As we gather stories, edit, and consider their placement within the pages of the Wilson County News each week, we also are faced with mounting costs of everything, just as are all businesses. With a newspaper, however, it’s not just the usual c...
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Theresa Shaw celebrates 103 years!
Stockdale centenarian Theresa Shaw, born in October 1922, celebrates her 103rd year of life with a meal June 7 at La Vernia’s Den restaurant. Shaw, who served as a nurse in World War II, has longevity in her genes; her mother lived to the age o...
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'Empowering Others': Beasley family awards scholarships to Poth students
Poth High School graduates Averiegh Herrera and Falin Parson have been awarded [post_excerpt],000 each from the Brianna Beasley Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship was created in memory of the late Brianna Auburn Beasley of Poth, who died tra...
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Kick off your summer at Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee!
Plan now to enjoy a whole weekend of live music, hometown fun, a parade, and a rodeo, at the 81st annual Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee! Sponsored by the Stockdale Chamber of Commerce, this annual event celebrates Stockdale’s agricultural heritag...
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Hey, America! Let's take a breath!
We’re activists from different parties, and both are appalled by the violence in Los Angeles. As Senator Fetterman said, there is no excuse for the violence, and it should be condemned. We should navigate this moment carefully. That’s the thing...
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Don't take away the TV guide!
Editor: Gad zucks! You can’t do that to me!!!!! The first thing I do on Thursday, when I get my weekly newspaper, is go directly to section B, page two. I then fold my TV guide in a very prescribed manner, then set it down on my lamp table. The...
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Let's not be a nation divided
There have always been things that divided people. Ethnic neighborhoods were a part of every community. Yet each lived by the law, and this provided order and opportunities. We all held it sacred to be in this blessed United States of America. ...
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2:33
Nicolle Wallace, a Democrat in denial
Nicolle Wallace is one of the original “MSNBC Republicans,” a former adviser to George W. Bush and John McCain who quickly swapped sides to become one of the more popular Democrat Party line tap dancers on her show “Deadline White House.” Her r...
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Abundance is abundantly confused
The hot-selling book Abundance is written by liberals who bash liberals, or more precisely, try to make them feel guilty. Sure, authors Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson shed some blame on conservatives for why America doesn’t build as easily as it...
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Shorts and stops: Not understanding, Greta returns
Not understanding Some things are hard to understand. For instance, how is it that those thousands of protesters in Los Angeles and around the nation don’t have to go to work? Particularly in Los Angeles, they have been there for weeks, seeming...
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San Antonio Archdiocese announces 2025 presbyteral assignments
Catholic parishes in the Wilson County News coverage area will see some new faces, following the recent release by the Archdiocese of San Antonio of presbyteral assignments across the archdiocese. This includes: •Sacred Heart Catholic Church in...
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Gov. Abbott plans Small Business Summits in Bastrop, Rockport-Fulton
Gov. Greg Abbott has announced a Governor’s Small Business Summit for Bastrop County will be held in Bastrop on Thursday, June 26. Held throughout the year and in regions across the state, these summits aim to help Texas small business owners a...
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Texas Tribal Buffalo Project acquires land in Wilson County
The Texas Tribal Buffalo Project, in partnership with The Conservation Fund, has secured the Carney tract, a 149.5-acre parcel of vital pastureland within the historic Lipan Apache territory and traditional bison range in Wilson County. The pro...
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State sales tax revenue totaled $4.2 billion in May
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar said June 2 that state sales tax revenue totaled .2 billion in May, 4.7 percent more than in May 2024. The majority of May sales tax revenue is based on sales made in April and remitted to the agency in May. Total ...
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State legislature allocates $13M for spay-neuter program for dogs, cats
The Texas Legislature has appropriated million over the next two years to launch a statewide pilot program aimed at reducing the population of unvaccinated, unsterilized dogs and cats. The program, to be administered by the Department of State...
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Wilson County lifts burn ban
The burn ban in Wilson County has been lifted. A ban on outdoor burning had been in place since March 10, due to prolonged hot, dry conditions. The county announced the full lifting of the ban on June 10. Outdoor burning of brush, agricultural ...
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Stomping Ground Ventures new home gets a new roof
Stomping Ground Ventures Inc. has a new roof on our building, thanks to private donors and a GVEC Power UP Grant! Our permanent home, taking shape at 3333 C.R. 320 — the site formerly known as Mission Valley Mission Camp and Park or Wilson Coun...
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East Central ISD offers no-cost summer meals
The East Central Independent School District (ISD) is connecting children 18 and younger and enrolled students with disabilities up to 21 years old with healthy, no-cost summer meals. The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is a U.S. Department ...
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Emergency repairs ahead for Wilson County Courthouse
The Wilson County Courthouse will be under emergency repair in the near future. Visitors to the courthouse, built in 1884, may have noticed three of the building’s four main entrances have been roped off; this is due to the deteriorating portic...
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Praise God -- the Father of fathers
When the good Lord created fathers, He started with a tall frame. An angel nearby said, “What kind of father is that? If you’re going to make a child so close to the ground, why have you put the father up so high? He won’t be able to shoot marb...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/category/video-vault include FEDC June 9, Commissioners Court June 9, Stockdale ISD June 9. Stockdale Independent School District Meeting: Regular meeting, June 9, ...
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Weigh in on budgets, tax rates at upcoming hearings
Area taxpayers can get a look at what local taxing entities plan to spend tax revenue on in the coming fiscal year, at upcoming budget hearings which are open to the public. Upcoming hearings include: •Stockdale Independent School District (ISD...
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Correction
Correction: The cost of the Clear Fork Creek Solar LLC solar farm project is an 0 million investment, not million, as stated in the June 11 article, “County OKs tax abatement zone for solar farm.” Readers can alert the Wilson County News to an...
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POLICE BLOTTER
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Poth police •June 7, Rodolfo R...
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Calmly and confidently control the situation
Dear Dave, I’ve been talking to my creditors, because I want to pay off my debt as soon as possible. In dealing with them, I’ve noticed sometimes they are reasonable and understanding, while other times they are pushy and even mean. Do you have...
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Wheels With Warriors Car Show June 28 will support veteran families
Community for Veteran Families will host the Wheels With Warriors Car Show and Motorcycle Ride on Saturday, June 28, in La Vernia. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Grandview Weddings and Events on F.M. 775, just outside La Ver...
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Abbott calls his latest session his 'best'
Gov. Greg Abbott says he got everything he pushed for during the Legislature’s 89th session, which ended on June 2. The Dallas Morning News reported that the governor believes the “school choice” bill that passed will rejuvenate the state’s edu...
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READ ALL OVER WINNER
Joyce and Robby Mainz of San Antonio celebrate their 49th wedding anniversary on April 10 by going on a road trip through Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma, and back home to good old Texas. Their goal in life when they got married ...
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Governor Abbott announces Film Friendly Texas designation for Floresville
Gov. Greg Abbott announced June 12 that the city of Floresville — having completed the multistep training and certification process — has been designated as a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Film Commission. “Congratulation...
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Amanda Sendejo triumphs
In a unanimous decision, boxer Amanda Sendejo is named the victor June 7, after a four-round bout at the Boeing Center in San Antonio. Sendejo, a Floresville native, entered the ring for her second professional fight, going the distance against...
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It's no fairy story; Fabled Tales Bookshop is officially open!
Fabled Tales Bookshop receives a warm welcome from members of the Floresville Chamber of Commerce, city of Floresville, Floresville Economic Development Corp., and Floresville Lions Club during a June 6 ribbon-cutting event. The shop, located a...
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'Court of Texas Enchantment' visits FEDC
Members of the Floresville Peanut Festival 2025 “Court of Texas Enchantment” pay a visit June 9 to the Floresville Economic Development Corp. (FEDC) during their monthly meeting. Pictured (l-r) are FEDC Assistant Executive Director Charlotte Xi...
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La Vernia Veterans Memorial celebrates final phase with obelisk installation
Exciting things are happening at the La Vernia Veterans Memorial! The frame for the obelisk was lifted into place on June 5. The crane work was done by LV Crane & Rigging. Kip Workman, La Vernia Veterans Memorial construction chairman, and ...
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Floresville votes 'no' on Andy Joslin rehiring
[Video below] Andy Joslin will not be rehired as the city manager of Floresville. The Floresville City Council emerged from an executive session June 12 after discussing the lawsuit, Andy Joslin vs Evelyn Garcia in her official capacity as City...
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Flooding closes Floresville River Park
The San Antonio River floods into the lower part of the Floresville River Park on Friday, June 13, causing Floresville officials to close off the area as water levels continued to rise. A flood warning for the river was also issued that evening...
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East Central softball celebrates historic season
Before an epic run through the Class 6A Division I playoffs, it would have been fair to say that the 2025 season for the East Central Lady Hornets softball team had had a good, yet not great, season. Despite 11 losses in the regular season, EC ...
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Area residents are Sam Houston State University spring grads
The following area students received degrees during the 2025 spring semester at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville: •Floresville — Chloe Egyed, Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences; David Rios, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Film and TV Product...
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Local students named to ACU's Dean's honor roll
Several local students have been named to the Abilene Christian University (ACU) Dean’s Honor Roll for the 2025 spring semester. Students earning the recognition include: •Floresville — Mary Pierce, Nursing; Alyssa Quinones, Social Work •La Ver...
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Keller, Magill earn THSCA Super Elite Track honors
Congratulations to Peyton Keller of Stockdale and Adisen Magill of Poth, who have earned selection by the Texas High School Coaches Association to the 2024-25 THSCA Track & Field Super Elite Teams. The award recognizes student-athletes acro...
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Roger Winkler Foundation presents scholarships to area graduates
The Roger Winkler Memorial Foundation gives back to the community through scholarships. Wilson County recipients have an opportunity to receive 0 to [post_excerpt],000 scholarships through community services helping to keep Texas highways clean...
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Flooding closes part of Floresville River Park
[Video below of rising water] The bottom portion of Floresville’s River Park along the San Antonio River is closed, due to flooding following the recent heavy rainfall. City officials are closely monitoring the area to determ...
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Wilson County lifts burn ban
The ban on outdoor burning in Wilson County has been lifted. A burn ban had been in place since March 10, due to prolonged hot, dry conditions. A temporary lift ended June 8. On June 10, the county announce...
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Sign up for Watermelon Crawl 5K, fun run
Support the Stockdale Athletic Booster Club by signing up to participate in the Watermelon Crawl on Saturday, June 21. The event, which takes place in the Stockdale City Park, includes a 5K run and a half-mile fun run. Entry for the 5K is , and...
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Join 'The Awakening' June 15-19 in Floresville
Floresville Christian Fellowship invites everyone to be a part of “The Awakening,” from Sunday through Thursday, June 15-19. This revival is led and coordinated by Nations Christian Fellowship senior pastors Jason and Olga Montoya of Smiley. Th...
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Support Falls City VFD Flag Day fundraiser
Stop by and visit with members of the Falls City Volunteer Fire Department at 107 Cooper St. on Monday, June 10, for their annual Flag Day fundraiser. Meal tickets for the event can be purchased at the door for and will include a pulled pork s...
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Sacred Heart Church plans 'Camp Firelight' VBS
Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Floresville invites youth in kindergarten through fifth grade to its Vacation Bible School in the parish hall at 921 Third St. “Camp Firelight — A Summer Camp Adventure with God” will take place Monday through Fr...
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Try Cinnamon roll breakfast casserole from 'Ma Z'
“Cinnamon roll breakfast casserole is a wonderful holiday brunch treat,” writes State Sen. Judith Zaffirini. She shared this recipe in a recent e-newsletter. She added, “Katrina Borchers Mohrer, my niece and goddaughter, made this scrumptious d...
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Will TV guide become a 'glimpse of the past?'
In the June 4 issue of our newspaper, the Wilson County News announced the discontinuation of the TV listings in the newspaper in the future, begging the question: Will print television guides become a thing of the past? For the past 20 or so y...
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St. Anthony's celebrates Fr. Anthony Male's ordination anniversary
Fr. Anthony Male, pastor of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Elmendorf, visits with parishioners May 28 at a celebratory reception, following Mass to celebrate the 17th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. He told parishioners he was ...
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Sacred Heart parish bids farewell to Fr. Kris Bytomski
Parishioners at Sacred Heart Church gather June 4 following morning Mass to bid farewell to their parish priest, Fr. Kris Bytomski (back, center). It was his last Mass as pastor of the Floresville parish; he is beginning a new role as a U.S. Ai...
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Meet the 81st Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee Court
It’s almost that time … Yes, the Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee is coming up! This year’s jubilee, celebrating Stockdale’s agricultural heritage, is set for Friday and Saturday, June 20-21. Reigning over the 81st annual festivities later this mon...
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The Musk/Trump feud
Editor: On the Musk/Trump feud, prefacing a bit from National Review: Jim Geraghty offers a broader explanation as to why Musk’s frustrations ultimately boiled over, and gets the last words: “I think Elon Musk stands out among most right-of-cen...
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Everyone is fair game for attack by Trump
Editor: Re: “Shorts and stops: property taxes, medicine, empathy …,” June 4 “Mary Clen” is wise to continue using an assumed name. She might be OK now, but history tells us everyone is fair game for being attacked by Trump and/ or his supporter...
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Remembering Loretta Swit, an angel
Editor: News headlines June 2 announced that Loretta Swit — an actress known for her role as Maj. Margaret “Hot Lips” Houlihan on the long-running TV show, M•A•S•H — passed away May 30 in New York. She passed peacefully. As I read about her, me...
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The partisan media hates praise of Trump's broad media access
Jack Blanchard at Politico’s Playbook newsletter made the leftists angry by praising President Donald Trump’s energetic availability to the press. While CBS star Scott Pelley wailed at a college commencement that they are “the fierce defenders ...
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Winners and losers
That’s what tax bills are all about — who pays more and who pays less, who gets the benefits and who ends up holding the bag. President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” should come as a surprise to no one. It’s a bonanza for the rich. The r...
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Shorts and stops: Big Beautiful Bill, Texas vs. California?
B B Bill “President Trump is asking lawmakers to claw back the [post_excerpt].1 billion in federal subsidies for public broadcasting that Congress approved earlier this year. His request also includes cuts to foreign aid.” (from NPR.org) As the...
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Correction
Correction: The date of the Wilson County Commissioners Court meeting addressing the Hidden Ranch subdivision was May 27, not May 28, as stated in the June 2 article, “Wilson County commissioners cite ‘deficiencies,’ deny final plat for Hidden ...
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Love your enthusiasm, but that's not an emergency
Dear Dave, What do you think about the idea of taking money out of your emergency fund in order to pay off your home early? Evans Dear Evans, Trust me, I understand how it can be very tempting to throw a bunch of money at your house, get rid of...
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Preston Taggs takes ESD 5 oath of office
Texas Department of Public Safety Highway Patrol Trooper Preston Taggs (second from left) is appointed by the Wilson County Commissioners Court to the Emergency Services District (ESD) 5 board of commissioners May 27, after being sworn in by Co...
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City of Stockdale adopts new utility bill extension policy
Stockdale utility customers can get a little extra time to pay their utility bills. The Stockdale City Council unanimously approved a new city ordinance designed to extend the payment deadline for city utilities. City Manager Stephen Mayfield p...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/category/video-vault FELPS May 28, Commissioners June 9, St. Hedwig City Council June 5, Stockdale City Council June 2 China Grove City Council Meeting: Regular meeting,...
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Warning: Quit fiddling around; wake up, look around!
In Aesop’s fable, “The Ants and the Grasshopper,” one bright day in late autumn, a family of ants was bustling about in the warm sunshine, drying out the grain they had stored up during the summer, when a starving grasshopper, his fiddle under ...
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POLICE BLOTTER
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Floresville police •May 29, Ly...
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Federal agents arrest Karnes County officer on bribery, smuggling charges
Federal agents from the U.S. Marshals Service and FBI arrested a former Karnes County Detention Facility correctional officer June 6 on federal charges related to his alleged involvement in a contraband smuggling scheme. Jose Derlis Munos, 26, ...
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LWV's Jill Torbett to address local Democratic Party
The Wilson County Democratic Party will welcome Jill Torbert, President of the League of Women Voters of San Antonio Area, on Thursday, June 19, at 6:30 p.m. Torbert’s presentation will cover the history of the bi-partisan organization and its ...
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Life Line Screening to offer health screening July 1
Residents living in and around Floresville can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. American Legion Post 38 will host...
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Kenedy breaks ground on $43M water pipeline project
Better quality water is on the way for the city of Kenedy. Currently the city relies on water from local wells that has “a little more arsenic” in it, according to City Manager Melissa L. Gonzalez. But water from the Carrizo Aquifer, which is “...
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Premier BBQ opens in Floresville
Premier BBQ & Catering owners John Tejeda and Rhonda Barnhardt welcome a crowd, including Floresville city officials and members of the Floresville Chamber of Commerce and Floresville Economic Development Corp., as they cut the ribbon May 3...
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Floresville Peanut Festival introduces .Court of Texas Enchantment'
The Floresville Peanut Festival Association’s 81st “Court of Texas Enchantment” is beginning to make the rounds of area communities to promote this year’s festival, set for Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 9-11. The association board named the n...
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Council honors Public Works department
Floresville City Public Works Director David Inouye (second from left) and the public works department are honored by the Floresville City Council May 22, after a proclamation declaring May 18-25 as Public Works Week. “The health, safety, and c...
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SPJST supports Floresville Blue Santa with donations
A single day of giving hosted by members of Floresville SPJST — Slovanska Podporujici Jednota Statu Texas — Lodge 107 delivered more than 40 toys and 0 in donations for the Floresville Police Department Blue Santa program. Representatives from ...
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County OKs tax abatement zone for solar farm
[Video below] According to Stockdale Independent School District Superintendent Todd Deaver, having a solar farm in Wilson County is a “game changer.” The Wilson County Commissioners met June 9 to hold a public hearing on a request by Clear For...
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Bradstreet defies odds, graduates in top 3 percent
Floresville High School graduate Ryan Gabriel Bradstreet has overcome many childhood adversities, from legal blindness in one eye and a multitude of allergies, to learning to navigate Type 1 diabetes at only 12 years old. With a crushed spirit,...
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Gov. Abbott signs water bill; Arrowhead fight continues
The push for clean water in Wilson County’s Arrowhead subdivision has led to new water legislation in Texas, but the fight against the Central States Water Resources-Texas utility (CSWR) is not over. With the work of Texas State Sen. Judith Zaf...
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Middle school holds chili cookoff
Heritage Middle School seventh-grade Humanities students hosted the 10th Annual Cattle Drive Chili Cook-Off May 13. Student-created ranches were showcased throughout the library, where each of the 17 groups served their original chili recipe to...
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Students impress senator during capitol visit
East Central High School seniors Jayden Campos, Marshall Cavazos, and Belinda Rivera went to the Capitol Building in Austin, April 9, to attend live sessions of Congress in both the Texas State House and Senate. Between attending sessions, the ...
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Jaguars receive All-District honors
Congratulations to the Floresville softball athletes for their All-District honors. First team Caleigh Alvarez Jocey Fehse Mercedes Flores Second team Ava Cardenas Honorable mention Macie Talley Paislee Harrell Clara Kotzur Mialynn Gulamhusein<...
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Floresville Little League 10U are Texas District 31 Champions
Floresville Little League 10U are Texas District 31 Champions after defeating New Braunfels 9-6 in Canyon Lake June 5. The team is led by Head Coach Mark Cadena, assistant Coach Blake Griffith, Shaun Sultenfuss, and David Hoensee. Congratulatio...
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Hernandez named to Softball State All-Tournament Team
Congratulations to East Central’s Isabella Hernandez on being named to the 6A Division 1 2024- 2025 UIL Softball State All-Tournament Team. First Base — Isabella Hernandez, Senior.
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Floresville 7on7 competes in State Qualifier
Floresville 7on7 competed in Jourdanton’s State Qualifying Tournament on May 31. The Tigers went 3-0 to win Pool B and advance to the Championship Game against New Manor Tech. Floresville came up short, 20-24, to take second place in the tourna...
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Austin Simmons competes in All-Star game
Poth senior Austin Simmons was selected to compete in the 2025 San Antonio Area Baseball Coaches Association (SAABCA) All-Star Games May 27 at Nelson Wolff Stadium in San Antonio. The senior celebration game included area athletes competing on ...
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Veterans' art show seeks entries
Seguin Art League’s Red, White and Blue Art Show honoring veterans will accept submissions on Saturday, June 14, from 10 a.m. to noon at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The show is open to members of the Seguin Art League and all veterans and will...
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June Opry to feature Gabe Galvan
Come listen and dance to live country music by Gabe Galvan and the Floresville Opry House Band on Thursday, June 5, from 6-9:15 p.m. in the Wilson County Expo and Community Center. Doors open at 5 p.m. Guests can sit down to a grilled chicken b...
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Master Gardeners promote succulents, vericomposting
Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners met May 8 with a record-breaking attendance. After a short meeting, the evening concluded with Dr. Calvin Finch delighting us with his presentation on monarch butterflies and giving the participants free...
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Blue Bonnet Club elects new officers
The Stockdale Blue Bonnet Club held their monthly meeting on Monday, May 12, in the lovely home of Ginger Jackson. Gina Deason called the meeting to order and welcomed visitor Valerie Marrou. Members present were Judy Childress, Mary Denson, Su...
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Old Farmer Biscuits make your tastebuds 'remember when'
Remember biscuits just like Grandma — or Mom — used to make? Try this recipe from Evelyn Timmerman, sure to take your tastebuds back, and make new memories for your own family. You can find it in Country Cooking with Evelyn, available at the C ...
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'Gator story sparks 'flood of good memories' for St. Hedwig reader
“I don’t know when I’ve enjoyed a newspaper article more than the one that appeared in the May 21 issue of the Wilson County News, which was titled ‘Remembering a gator at Conquista crossing,’” Dale Vickers of St. Hedwig said in an email. “I am...
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FACEBOOK LIVE WINNER
Wilson County News’ WCN Live fans receive their prizes from C Street Gift Shop after commenting during a live broadcast hosted on Facebook every Wednesday at 10 a.m. Stay tuned for the next WCN Live and be sure to comment to be entered in the d...
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READ ALL OVER WINNER
Take your photo with the Wilson County News at a famous landmark or location. Email it, along with names, information, and your phone number, to reader@wcnonline.com. If it is published, you may visit the WCN office to claim your prize.<...
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0:25
Because I can
Editor: I woke up on a recent Thursday morning and started another day. Decided to visit the Floresville Food Pantry & Resource Center and watch people get bags of food. As people gathered that Thursday and a prayer of thanks was given, and...
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1:45
World Environment Day is for all of us
Editor: June 5, World Environment Day, should be a reminder to us that caring for the planet is not just a one-day event, but rather a daily responsibility. With climate change, loss of biodiversity, and environmental pollution affecting commun...
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A house divided will not survive
Editor: It has been suggested that all Christians should unite under one simple word that ultimately defines their leader. They are now divided into thousands of factions with conflicting ideas on how to make God happy and go forth into his for...
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CBS is tortured by Trump, puts rage into '60 Minutes'
CBS News thinks the crown jewel of its news division is “60 Minutes,” the alleged gold standard of investigative journalism on television. But when it comes to politics, their coverage isn’t just slanted. It’s more like a wrecked bus laying on ...
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Abe Lincoln and the penny
The penny, which costs more to make than it’s worth, will be going away. That’s a shocking reversal of government policy. Usually, the government doesn’t stop producing anything that’s overpriced or just plain worthless. I’m just about old enou...
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Shorts and stops: property taxes, medicine, empathy ...
Property taxes What’s happening to Texas? It’s no longer “our Texas,” but more like New York or California if the recent session in Austin tells us anything. As Brandon Waltens reports, the state’s budget has seen a staggering 43 percent increa...
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Classic cars on show draw crowd to Koepp Chevrolet
Folks enjoy a car show May 17, hosted by Koepp Chevrolet and the Wilson County Car Club at Koepp Chevrolet on U.S. 87 in La Vernia. The event also included a blood drive.
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Community celebrates five decades of barbecue at Post 539
St. Hedwig American Legion Post 539 held its annual barbecue picnic fundraiser May 18. We have been doing this for five decades and many of the community volunteers have also helped out since they were kids! This post is different from many pos...
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How important is church? Connected to the vine, we grow
A churchgoer wrote a letter to the editor of a newspaper complaining that it made no sense to go to church every Sunday. “I’ve gone for 30 years now,” he wrote, “and in that time I have heard something like 3,000 sermons. But for the life of me...
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Correction
Correction: The coffee bar at the Wilson County’s Got Style fashion show fundraiser May 8 was hosted by Slow Ride Coffee Co., and not Slow Rifle Coffee Co., as stated in “Fabulous fashions on show at Wilson County’s Got Style” in the May 28 iss...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/category/video-vault are Floresville City Council May 22, Commissioners May 27, FELPS May 28 Floresville City Council Meeting: Regular meeting, May 22, 6-9:23 p.m.,...
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Unique situation, separate finances?
Dear Dave, My fiancé and I are getting married this year. We’re both in our 40s with kids, so we’ll be a blended family. The thing that worries me is that we have drastically different views on handling money. I’m a saver, and he’s a spender. I...
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Wilson County Sheriff's Office celebrates employees
Happy faces surround a table May 29 for a Wilson County Sheriff’s Office employee appreciation celebration. During the event, Chief Deputy Clint Garza recognized 20 of the sheriff’s office’s 83 employees with certificates for their achievements...
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Chris Thuneman joins ESD 2 board
Another new commissioner joins the Wilson County Emergency Services District 2 (ESD 2) board — Chris Thuneman (third from left), who stands with Wilson County commissioners after taking the oath of office May 27. Thuneman is joined by ESD 2 boa...
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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Monte Miller, 59, of San Antonio was originally sentenced in September 2019 to four years of deferred adjudication and ordered to ...
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POLICE BLOTTER
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Floresville police •May 25, Jo...
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Wilson County commissioners cite 'deficiencies,' deny final plat for Hidden Ranch subdivision
[Video below] Hidden Ranch subdivision near Floresville has been denied approval of a final plat for its Unit 2B, pending certain requirements by Wilson County. Hidden Ranch subdivision is located off F.M. 2579 in northwestern Wilson County. Un...
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Legislative session wraps up
The dust hasn’t quite settled on the 2025 legislative session, but here’s a sampling of bills already sent to Gov. Greg Abbott. •A ban on clubs supporting gay teens in public schools won final legislative passage on Saturday. The measure sponso...
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City of Floresville honors law enforcement during National Police Week
The Floresville City Council honors law-enforcement officers May 22 during National Police Week, including Floresville Police Department officers Mano Valente (fourth from left-r), Raymond Moin, Sgt. Kevin Pena, and Chief Anthony Flores. “The m...
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Floresville chamber welcomes Sweetz Spot Bakery
The Floresville Chamber of Commerce celebrates a ribbon-cutting May 21 for Sweetz Spot Bakery, outside the chamber office in Floresville. Participating in the event are (l-r) Floresville Chamber of Commerce Treasurer Lora Dolle Smith, Floresvil...
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FELPS: We don't ask for payment in the field
Representatives of the Floresville Electric Light & Power System (FELPS) will never request payment for services in the field. Aaron Wagner, FELPS chief executive officer, said the utility shared this message in mid-May, after a customer ca...
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Ware family connects with Stockdale roots
On May 17, descendants of Dr. Ella Ware, Wilson County physician, celebrated their family reunion on the premises of the Stockdale Historical Museum. The families enjoyed reminiscing about their childhood days and Dr. Ella Ware, who was born Ma...
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Firefighters battle Memorial Day blaze
Multiple emergency service agencies responded to a fire on Memorial Day, May 26, in far west Wilson County that took five hours to extinguish. The fire began in a metal shop and storage building on property at the intersection of F.M. 536 and C...
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Collins, Sarsfield are McPherson College grads
McPherson College congratulates the following local students on their May 2025 graduation: •Floresville — Connor Collins, Bachelor of Science in Sports Management •La Vernia — Kaitlyn Sarsfield, Bachelor of Science in Health Science: Allied Hea...
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Dorman is Fort Hays State University graduate
St. Hedwig resident Cambry Dorman is a graduate of Fort Hays State University in Kansas. Dorman, one of 1,691 graduates during the university’s spring commencement May 16-17 in Hays, Kansas, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture.<...
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Poth, Floresville residents are Schreiner University grads
Congratulations to Schreiner University’s May ’25 graduates. The following area students are among the 161 graduates: •Floresville — Jonathan Merecka, Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting; and Holly Wilson, Master of Education in E...
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Cooper named to Midwestern State University honor roll
Sydney Cooper of Poth has been named to the Midwestern State University (MSU) President’s Honor Roll for the Spring 2025 semester. Sydney is majoring in radiologic technology. To be eligible for the President’s Honor Roll, students must complet...
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Wilson County students graduate from The University of Texas at Austin
Area residents are among the graduates of The University of Texas at Austin. The school celebrated their accomplishments in the Spring 2025 commencement on May 10. Among the graduates are: •Floresville — Anna Barbara Diaz, Bachelor of Science a...
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Local students are Texas A-M-Kingsville graduates
Area residents are among the graduates of Texas A&M University-Kingsville. Graduates walked the stage May 15 and 16, in four commencement ceremonies held in the Steinke Physical Education Center during the Spring 2025 commencement. Among th...
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Area residents named to ASU Dean's List
A number of local students have been named to the Angelo State University (ASU) Dean’s List for the 2025 spring semester. Students making the Dean’s List include: Falls City — Julianne McReynolds, Exercise Science Floresville — Callaghan Cholis...
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Sign up now for Oak Hills VBS
Oak Hills Community Church invites youth to register now for its 2025 vacation Bible school, “Magnified,” Monday through Friday, June 23-27, from 9 a.m. to noon. Children in PreK through fifth grade are welcome to attend. The event is free and ...
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First Baptist Church VBS is June 23-27
It’s time to register for Vacation Bible School at First Baptist Church Stockdale. Students in pre-K through fifth grades are invited to attend “Magnified” Monday through Friday, June 23-27, from 6-8:30 p.m. A light meal will be served from 5-5...
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Students learn and explore at GT conference
Eleven students from Legacy Middle School recently attended the Region 20 Gifted & Talented Conference, where they participated in various engaging enrichment activities. From holding snakes and experimenting with dry ice to improv acting, ...
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FELPS honors scholarship recipients
Floresville Electric Light & Power System board members (back row) honor the utility’s 2025 scholarship recipients May 28 from Wilson County-area schools, including (front, l-r) Jacob Ryan, Falls City High School; Avereigh Herrera, Poth Hig...
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Labatt 4-H celebrates end of year, presents scholarships
Labatt 4-H held the final meeting of the year on May 6. During this meeting, the club elected new officers for the 2025-26 year and the club president, Nicole Lee, presented scholarships to the club’s four graduating seniors. Club members had t...
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Lady Brahmas earn State Championship rings
Stockdale ISD celebrated the Lady Brahmas varsity volleyball State Championship team with a ring ceremony May 20, at the Copper Door in La Vernia. 2024-25 Lady Brahmas, coaches receive rings Reagan Hurt (11) Peyton Keller (9) Madison Kite (8) P...
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Pirates receive All-District baseball honors
Congratulations to the following Poth Pirate baseball athletes for receiving All-District 26-3A honors. Newcomer of the Year Braden Arruda, sophomore First team Major Luna, junior Jacob Clark, junior Austin Simmons, senior Oliver Gray, junior W...
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Lady Hornets complete historic season in State Semifinals
Congratulations to the East Central Lady Hornets softball team for their amazing performance in the playoffs. The team competed in five rounds of the UIL 6A playoffs, defeating Alexander, San Benito, Lake Travis, and Johnson, and claiming a spo...
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Join prayer event May 31 in Adkins
Be a part of a “Night of Fervent Prayer” on Saturday, May 31, 7-10 p.m. Organizers say this will be “fervent hours of uninterrupted, spirit-led intercession where heaven meets earth, chains are broken, and breakthroughs are released.” The free ...
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Seguin Art League plans 'Florals for the Beginning Pastelist' class
Seguin Art League’s “Florals for the Beginning Pastelist” class will be held on Saturday, June 28, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The class, designed for beginning and intermediate artists, will teach how to paint vibrant florals in soft pastels and wi...
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Celebrate National Trails Day June 7
Walk in the footsteps of history on the Floresville El Camino Trail on Saturday, June 7, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Representatives from the San Antonio Railroad Heritage Museum, Wilson County Historical Society, Wilson County Beautification Associa...
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Shopping spree winner
Chris Ferrell of La Vernia is all smiles after being drawn as this year’s Shopping Spree winner! He collects prizes and gift certificates from multiple area businesses. Read the Wilson County News every week to find a variety of different promo...
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Wrap it in bacon!
Here’s a crowd-pleaser from the Taste of Floresville, Second Edition, cookbook from the Floresville Chamber of Commerce. Easy to make on the grill or in the oven, what’s not to like about this recipe from Mark Burris for chicken tenders wrapped...
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The heat is on-- but is it hot enough to fry an egg?
The recent early heat wave brought some 100-degree days, but was it hot enough to fry an egg? Mary Forister of Austin, a former Wilson County resident, shared this clipping from the Floresville Chronicle- Journal which she believes to be from 1...
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Winners in South Texas Photo Contest capture the essence of 'Home, Sweet Home'
Introducing this year’s Wilson County News South Texas Photo Contest winners. Participants in the contest answered the call to capture “Home, Sweet Home!” View all entries at wilsoncountynews.com/photocontest!
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Immanuel Lutheran Church festival is joyful success
Editor: The spirit of generosity, joy, and community was alive and well at the 22nd Annual Community Festival on May 4, and we at Immanuel Lutheran Church would like to extend our deepest thanks to each and every one of our members, attendees, ...
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Why are Republicans having problems doing what clearly needs to be done?
Why is it such a struggle for Republicans to do what clearly needs to be done regarding taxes and spending? Let’s get to the root of the problem. I began my work some 30 years ago with a passion to fix what was broken in our nation’s low-income...
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Blind loyalty
How could they do it? How could they manipulate his schedule and control his appearances so that no one outside the circle of loyal insiders would see the man we saw the night of that debate? They were loyal. In politics, I learned this definit...
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Shorts and stops: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Big and Beautiful There has been no end of the news reports about Trump’s “one big beautiful bill.” Democrats hate it; Republicans champion it. Even so, there are some conservatives who insist that it does not go far enough in cutting spending....
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Floresville Masons award Floresville Teachers of the Year
Floresville Masonic Lodge No. 515 recognizes Floresville Independent School District teachers (center left and right) Layla Smith and Stephanie Gilchrist as Teachers of the Year during the May 12 meeting of the Floresville ISD trustees (back). ...
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'River City Winds' share memorable performance with Floresville Musical Club
The sounds of piano music welcomed the ladies of the Floresville Musical Club to the final meeting of the year being held at the charming Dewees-Remschel House. Bonnie Byrne entertained the members with “You are Always on My Mind,” “Crazy,” and...
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Soil, water conservation winners include Teacher of the Year
Wilson County residents have been recognized by the Texas Conservation Awards Program sponsored by the Wilson County Soil and Water Conservation District, Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board, and the Association of Texas Soil and Wate...
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Salute Our First Responders
We appreciate and support our local first responders who selflessly serve our community. Also serving the area: Bexar County Emergency Services District 6 Three Oaks Volunteer Fire Department Falls City Volunteer Fire Department
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The face in the mirror
Dear Dave, How do you feel about moving credit card balances to other companies to get lower rates when you’re trying to get out of debt? I just paid off my first credit card, and a friend suggested this idea for paying off the others faster. V...
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First responders honor one of their own
First responders and law-enforcement personnel form an honor procession May 23 along U.S. 87, as they leave La Vernia for Kosciusko for the burial of one of their own. Emergency medical technician and paramedic Jason Miller died May 19; he had ...
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Volunteers join American Legion Auxiliary Unit 539 to honor veterans' graves
Volunteers from the St. Hedwig community gathered May 17 in Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Cemetery at 8:30 a.m. Saturday morning to place flags by the gravestones of 208 veterans buried there in preparation for Memorial Day, ...
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month
The Floresville City Council proclaims May as Mental Health Awareness Month during the May 8 council meeting. Pictured are councilmen Mario Morones (l-r) and Marissa Ximenez; Camino Real Community Services representatives Frank Flores, Margie V...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/category/video-vault 4A Corp. May 20, Floresville City Council May 22, LVISD May 19 Wilson County Memorial Hospital Board (Connally Memorial Medical Center) Meeting: Reg...
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Psi Chi inducts Cloe Bostick
Cloe Bostick, a 2023 graduate of Poth High School, was inducted into Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology on April 24, due to her exemplary academic performance at Texas Lutheran University, with a cumulative GPA in the top 35...
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Jenna Cotter is Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Teacher of the Year
Stockdale Junior High School teacher Jenna Cotter (center) is named 2025 Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board Teacher of the Year. Presenting the honor May 6 at the Area 3 Awards Banquet in Cuero are (l-r) Association of Texas Soil and...
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INDICTMENTS
The Wilson County Grand Jury met May 12 and returned indictments in 31 cases. The following 16 individuals are among the defendants scheduled for arraignment May 28: •Benjamin J. Marion, 47, of San Antonio was indicted on a charge of possession...
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POLICE BLOTTER
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Floresville police •May 16, El...
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Grand jury indicts Pratt for murder
The Wilson County Grand Jury has formally indicted 18-year-old Brody Pratt on a charge of murder. This charge relates to the alleged shooting death by the teen of his 25-year-old brother, Cameron Pratt, in March. Wilson County Sheriff’s Office ...
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Former Stockdale teacher indicted for improper relationship with student, more
Peter Leach, a former Stockdale High School teacher, has been formally indicted by the Wilson County Grand Jury on multiple charges related to his alleged improper relationship between an educator and student. Leach was arrested Feb. 10 after t...
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Less than a week remains in executive session
With the legislative session ending on Monday, June 2, lawmakers are scrambling to pass or kill bills, the Austin American Statesman reported. Among the bills passed or likely to soon pass: •All handgun licenses issued in other states will be h...
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Amanda Sendejo to fight June 7
Floresville boxer Amanda Sendejo is preparing for her second professional bout. The Wilson County fighter, currently 1-0 in her professional career, will enter the ring Saturday, June 7, at the Boeing Center at Tech Port in San Antonio. Sendejo...
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Louis Servantez is PCAT Bus Driver of the Year
Floresville Independent School District Superintendent Jason Gilstrap (l-r) presents the Property Casual Alliance of Texas (PCAT) District Bus Driver of the Year award to Louis Servantez, alongside Transportation Director Gabriel Ramirez and As...
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'Night to Shine': 4A Corp. considers prom event for special-needs community
[Video below] Jake Lamberth has officially resigned as board president of the Floresville 4A Corp. Lamberth served as the corporation’s president since August 2024 and resigned during the May 20 board meeting after being elected to Floresville ...
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Cruz is new Floresville North Elementary principal
The Floresville Independent School District (ISD) is pleased to announce that Stephanie Cruz has been appointed as the new principal of Floresville North Elementary School, effective July 1. Cruz comes to the campus with over 18 years of experi...
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Residents block Block Street proposal
[Video below] FLORESVILLE — “We’ve had long-established single-family homes there … generations of families residing in this area,” Michelle Trevino told the Floresville City Council. “We are a close-knit family fam- neighborhood. We’re trying ...
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La Vernia High School plans to serve 'meals students want to eat'
[Video below] La Vernia High School will transition away from the National School Lunch Program beginning in the coming school year. La Vernia Independent School District (ISD) Child Nutrition Director Angela Rodriguez addressed the board of tr...
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Hello, Mellow Yellow!
While attending The Market in Floresville April 12, Wilson County News reporter Rachel Draper visits with “Mellow Yellow,” a 25-year-old albino Burmese python now retired from a career at Sea World in San Antonio. Mellow Yellow is enjoying reti...
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Walking into their future
Floresville High School Class of 2025 members walk the halls of Floresville South Elementary School May 20, inspiring youngsters to follow in their footsteps. Commencement exercises were held May 23 at Eschenburg Field. Watch for photos in a co...
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Ducks Unlimited donates to Poth ag mechanics/welding program
Members of the Poth High School ag mechanics/welding program celebrate May 19, as they accept a donation of ,200 from Ducks Unlimited during the district’s school board meeting. Ducks Unlimited, established in 1937, conserves, restores, and man...
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Three Pirates to 'play on' -- with college bands
Poth High School Mighty Pirate Band members (l-r) Averiegh Herrera, Vincent Martinez, and Christian Herrera sign their intent in mid-May to participate in college bands after they graduate. Averiegh will attend the University of Texas at San An...
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Masons honor Poth Teachers of the Year
Congratulations to Danette Lyssy (second from left) and John Dziuk (second from right) on being named district elementary and secondary Teacher of the Year, respectively, by Floresville Masonic Lodge No. 515. The recognition was presented at th...
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Brahmas earn All-District recognition
Congratulations to the following Stockdale Brahma baseball athletes for their All- District selections. First Team All-District Mason Almeida, pitcher Coy Gann, infielder Second Team All-District Calvin West, infielder Trey Miller, utility Gabe...
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Register for 'Alamo Adventures' summer camp
Explore the rich history of the Alamo at the “Alamo Adventures” week-long summer camp, July 7-11, at St. Mary’s Hall in San Antonio. Campers ages 9 to 11 can participate in a hands-on learning experience, led by the Alamo’s expert education tea...
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FLORESVILLE HOSTS SPRING SPORTS BANQUET
The Floresville Athletic Booster Club held its Spring Sports Banquet May 19 at the Floresville Event Center. Athletes from all spring sports were honored, and enjoyed dinner with their families; some won prizes.
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Nine Floresville seniors sign letters of intent
Floresville High School hosted nine Floresville seniors signing their letters of intent May 8. Jordin Johns — Schreiner University (Basketball) — major, Nursing Ryland Parker — Strength N Motion International (Basketball) — major, Kinesiology M...
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FELPS outage stretches from Pandora to La Vernia
A power outage in eastern Wilson County stretches from Pandora to La Vernia, and is affecting more than 1,700 accounts. According to the Floresville Electric Light & Power System (FELPS), the outage is affecting areas alo...
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Starkey Skin holds open house
Sheena Lee-Otto (l-r), Michele Meinhart, FNP, and Sonia Mendez Anderson share products in the Starkey Skin Vitagen Skincare line during a May 8 open house at Starkey Skin Primary Dermatology in Adkins, which offers dermatology, weight loss, and...
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Chain-reaction collision on S.H. 97 involves three vehicles
Law enforcement and emergency responders investigate an accident May 17 on S.H. 97 just east of Floresville. According to a bystander, the crash involved an 18-wheeler traveling west which rearended a small passenger car, also westbound, as it ...
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Wade Hayes steps in to headline at Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee
Wade Hayes is the new headliner for Saturday, June 21, at the annual Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee. Doug Stone, originally slated to headline that day, had to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances. The weekend’s entertainment schedule now is: •...
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Teacher appreciation has fiesta flavor at Stockdale Junior High School
Stockdale Junior High School is full of fiesta spirit for Teacher Appreciation Week. Teachers participated in a Survivor Game with challenges and prizes. Enjoying the fun are (l-r) paraprofessional Denise Garcia, math teacher Whitney Fey, and r...
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Stockdale seniors earn national certification
Stockdale High School seniors Andrew Cassidy, Allie Hyatt, Isabelle Russell, Aymie Hyatt, and Megan Ruble show their Clinical Medical Assistant certificates. The students, all enrolled in Stockdale Independent School District’s Health Science T...
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READ ALL OVER WINNER
Take your photo with the Wilson County News at a famous landmark or location. Email it, along with names, information, and your phone number, to reader@wcn-online.com. If it is published, you may visit the WCN office to claim your prize....
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Catholic Daughters raise money for young mothers
Joyce Labus (left) and Cheryl Kotara (right), Catholic Daughters of Americas Court Anna Poth No. 1178 in Poth members, present a check for [post_excerpt],735.42 to a Seton Home representative April 3. The money was raised at a “Savior Change” b...
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Texas Historical Commission offers free admission to military
The Texas Historical Commission will offer free admission to its historic sites this summer for military families. Free exhibition admission for active-duty military personnel and up to five family members will be available through Labor Day, S...
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RoundUp 4 Charity Sock Hop for special needs
Join RoundUp 4 Charity at a special Rockin’ Sock Hop on Saturday, May 24, at 6 p.m., at the New Braunfels Church of Christ. The event, primarily for those with special needs, is free. For more information, call 830-321-0292 or visit www.RoundUp...
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Beeville Art Museum hosts Christopher Randall exhibit
The Beeville Art Museum announces its upcoming exhibition, “Seeing Nature Through a Different Lens,” featuring works by Christopher Randall. The exhibition will run until Saturday, July 19, and features innovative photography work that incorpor...
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Catch a free movie at Arcadia this summer
Enjoy free summer PG movies at the Arcadia Theatre in Floresville every Tuesday and Thursday at noon through July 24. •”The Land Before Time,” May 27 and 29 •”The Wild Robot,” June 3 and 5 •”Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie,” June 10 and 12 •”Kung ...
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Enjoy the Briscoe free June 2
The Briscoe Western Art Museum is happy to welcome all residents of San Antonio and Bexar County to come and experience the culture and art of the West for free on Monday, June 2, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visitors of all ages can participate in t...
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More 'Stories to Listen To' launch May 27
The Wilson County Public Libraries invite everyone to participate in the 2025 Summer Reading Program with “Stories to Listen To.” Episodes 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 of this special digital storytime with the library staff are available now at wilsoncou...
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Shape up with water aerobics
Stay cool and get fit this summer with your choice of water aerobics sessions offered at the Floresville City Pool. Beginning Tuesday, May 27, classes will be held Monday through Friday from 8-8:45 a.m. Registration and sign-in is 7:45-8 a.m. S...
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Enjoy June 7 casino night fundraiser in Elmendorf
Join St. Anthony’s Men’s Club for Casino Night on Saturday, June 7, from 6-11 p.m., at St. Anthony Parish Hall in Elmendorf. Enjoy casino prizes, 52-card draw, a silent auction, and setups for your BYOB. Tickets are per person and include a me...
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FACEBOOK LIVE WINNER
Wilson County News’ WCN Live fans receive their prizes from C Street Gift Shop after commenting during a live broadcast hosted on Facebook every Wednesday at 10 a.m. Stay tuned for the next WCN Live and be sure to comment to be entered in the d...
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Evelyn's Garden Fresh Cabbage Slaw
With Memorial Day comes the “official” start of grilling season. Here’s a great recipe from Evelyn Timmermann for slaw to go with almost anything off the grill. The recipe is from her book, Country Cooking with Evelyn, available for purchase at...
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Remembering a gator at Conquista Crossing
Clarence Ehlers shared this reminiscence, after seeing the story, “Alligator spotted in Floresville park,” in the May 7 Wilson County News. The time is 1923, if I recall correctly, and the location is Falls City, Texas. The picture shows my gra...
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Meet authors May 30-31 in Floresville -- 'at the corner of Fiction and Nonfiction'
Are you ready to start your summer? Line up your beach reads and kick off summertime at the Wilson County Public Libraries Mini Book Festival! Meet more than 35 authors — many of them local — at this inaugural event, set for Friday and Saturday...
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Time to bring common sense into Floresville ISD operations
Editor: Re: “Voters reject Floresville ISD’s M bond,” May 7 It is time to get common sense into how the Floresville Independent School District operates. The district squandered land on the solar farm and now wants more money for more land. Ano...
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Are the Top 10 students of LVHS distorted?
Editor: For many years the top ten in the senior class was determined by the end of the first semester. For this school year, the school board voted to decide it after the third nine weeks. Well, what a surprise the senior class got this year. ...
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Substandard water quality is an epidemic
Editor: Re: “Arrowhead residents’ fight for clean water lands in Texas State Capitol,” May 14 The WCN May 14, 2025, front page story concerning clean water is both avoidable and unavoidable. While I can “commend” Sen. Zaffirini, let’s just say ...
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Standardized testing: 'same church, different pew'
Editor: Re: State Capital Highlights, ‘House bill proposes new standardized test,’ May 7 The old saying, “Same church, different pew,” applies here. The bill proposes to eliminate the STAAR test and replace it with another test — another one, s...
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What makes U.S.-Israel relations special?
The relationship between the United States and Israel is usually seen as “special” because of technical matters. Israel is the only democracy in the Middle East. Israel and the U.S. share vitally important intelligence and technology. But what ...
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The political message from Omaha should be obvious
As I flew into Omaha for the first time, the only thing visible from my descending plane was cornfields. You could even see the tassels. I was wondering, where is the city? There certainly was a city, with a world-class medical center, famous z...
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Shorts and stops: Austin circus, water, wind, and solar
Texas circus Brandon Waltens, writing for the Texas Scorecard, chastised Republican leaders in Austin for their lack of action. The House of Representatives allowed hundreds of bills to lay dormant while the clock ran out for taking action. Ins...
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Floresville teen meets former Spurs player Manu Ginobili
Flo Town Kicks soccer player Isley Draper of Floresville encounters former San Antonio Spurs player and Olympic gold medalist Manu Ginobili May 10 while at lunch at a restaurant before a soccer tournament in San Antonio.
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Celebrating Skilled Nursing Care Week
Staff and residents from Prairie Meadows Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center of Floresville wave to onlookers in celebrating National Skilled Nursing Care Week May 12 with a short parade through the city’s downtown. Connally Memorial Medical C...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/category/video-vault FEDC May 12 Floresville Economic Development Corp. Meeting:: Regular meeting, May 12, 6-7:48 p.m., executive session 6:39- 7:42 p.m. Actions: •Appro...
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Holy Name Societies schedule memorial Mass for May 25
The San Antonio Archdiocesan Union of Holy Name Societies invites anyone with family members or friends interred in the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery to remember them at a Memorial Day Weekend Mass on Sunday, May 25, beginning at 3 p.m. Th...
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Brahan Masonic Lodge to hold inaugural Memorial Day event
Join the members of Brahan Masonic Lodge No. 226 AF&AM in La Vernia for the lodge’s first public Memorial Day observance. The event will take place on the lodge grounds at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 26. Admission is free. To honor those who hav...
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Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery Memorial Day Ceremony is May 26
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery will host a Memorial Day event on Monday, May 26, with a musical prelude at 9 a.m. and a ceremony at 9:30 a.m. The ceremony will be held at the main assembly area, with U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar as the keynote s...
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American Legion Post 38 plans Memorial Day ceremony
American Legion Post 38 invites the community to their annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 26. The ceremony will take place at the American Legion Hall located at 1412 Fourth St. in Floresville, starting at 10 a.m. Hamburgers and hot do...
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Texas Veterans Commission: Honor the heroes who've sacrificed for our nation
In observance of Memorial Day, the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) shares this message from TVC Chairwoman and U.S. Navy Veteran Laura Koerner. The commission expresses its heartfelt gratitude and sympathy for the survivors of service members a...
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DAR Susanna Dickinson, Sons of the American Revolution unite to honor veterans
Nancey Boseman, Patsy Beckett, Nancy Scull, Linda Saidler, and Jane McDonald with the Susanna Dickinson Chapter of the National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), based in La Vernia, and Sons of the American Revolution members...
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Floresville Council proclaims May as Community Action Month
Community Services Coordinator Nina Ruiz (third from left) of the Community Council of South Central Texas (CCSCT) holds a proclamation May 8 with Floresville Mayor Gloria Morales Cantu, as the Floresville City Council proclaims claims May as C...
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Look for God's providential working in your life
We’ve heard it said, or maybe even said it ourselves, “Nothing good ever happens to me.” We get some unwelcome news, things don’t go as planned, etc., and we immediately respond negatively. I recognize that some folks experience more misfortune...
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Low-cost pet spays, neuters available in May, June
Wilson County Low-Cost Spay Neuter Clinic provides low-cost spay, neuter, and vaccination services for dogs and cats at our clinics held most Fridays at 8806 U.S. 181 N., 1.8 miles north of F.M. 775, between Floresville and Elmendorf. Upcoming ...
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Memorial Day city, county office closures
In observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 26, all city and county offices will be closed, including city halls in Elmendorf, Floresville, La Vernia, Poth, and Stockdale. Additionally, all Wilson County Public Libraries will be closed, includ...
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Lawmakers agree on $8 billion school funding package
Leaders from the Texas House and Senate have agreed on an billion school funding package, which is being called the largest in state history, The Dallas Morning News reported. The latest version of House Bill 2 was unveiled at a Senate hearing...
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Discussing infrastructure with D.C. rep
Floresville Interim City Manager Monica Veliz receives a visit recently from Ruben Villarreal, district director with the office of U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz, to talk about community growth, infrastructure needs, and future projects.
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City honors outgoing Floresville councilmen
Outgoing Floresville city councilmembers Beatrice Ximenez-Marroquin (r-l) and Jessica Rodriguez-Green each receive a plaque of appreciation May 8 from Mayor Gloria Morales Cantu and current councilmembers Marissa Ximenez and Mario Morones for t...
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City installs 'gator' caution signs in Floresville River Park
Visitors to Floresville River Park may be surprised to see this “Warning: Gators in the Area” sign, which has recently been installed close to the soccer fields in the park, which are located near the San Antonio River. Alligators — while not a...
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FEDC has funds to give businesses; veterans group
The Floresville Economic Development Corp. (FEDC) has money to give small businesses, says board member Ben Lamberth. Lamberth shared this with two Floresville Chamber of Commerce members in attendance at the FEDC’s May 12 meeting, including Ja...
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Nixon police Chief Mike Cantu receives 'Defender Award'
Accompanied by Nixon Mayor Ellie Dominguez (l-r), Lt. Col. Allen West, executive director of the American Constitutional Rights Union (center), presents the organization’s Defender Award May 15 to Nixon Police Chief Miguel “Mike” Cruz Cantu at ...
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Threat locks down Floresville schools
An increased law-enforcement presence will remain at all Floresville Independent School District (ISD) schools throughout the remainder of the school year. The increased security presence is in response to a May 15 report of an armed high schoo...
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Armed Services Scholarship invites nominations
Texas elected officials can now nominate students to receive the 2025-26 Texas Armed Services Scholarship (TASSP), a program from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. The scholarship, with a maximum award of ,000 per recipient, is for...
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SNHU names area students to honors lists
Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) has named the following students to the Spring 2025 honors lists: •President’s List — Michael Bell of Floresville and Patrick Fields, Wendy Jenkins, and Kimberly Kimball of La Vernia. •Dean’s List — Afto...
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Hartmann receives Floresville Lions Club scholarship
Congratulations to Floresville High School senior Grant Hartmann, the recipient of the Floresville Lions Club’s [post_excerpt],000 Academic Scholarship! Presenting the scholarship to Grant are Lion Oscar Sauceda (left) and club President Linna ...
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Morin receives Wilson Area Children's Foundation Scholarship
Nixon-Smiley High School graduating senior Kaylie Morin receives a Wilson Area Children’s Foundation Scholarship for 0, presented by foundation board Treasurer Bob Baker.
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Future Hornets race to finish fun run
The East Central Elementary Fun Run took place on May 7, featuring Run Clubs from Sinclair, Salado, Highland Forest, Tradition, Harmony and Honor Elementary Schools. It was a huge success thanks to the high school cross country, track and athle...
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Careum Faughtenbery signs with Texas Tech
Stockdale High School’s feature twirler Careum Faughtenbery made Stockdale ISD history by signing with a Division 1 university’s marching band. She was selected by Texas Tech University’s “Goin’ Band from Raiderland” as one of their twirlers fo...
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TIGER BASEBALL
Floresville junior Joe Nathan Garcia (8) heads toward third base during game two against Navarro during Area competition May 9. The Tigers completed an impressive season, earning the Bi-District Championship with a 10-2 District record. Congrat...
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Lady Hornets sweep Buda Johnson for spot at State Semifinals
The East Central Lady Hornets varsity softball team has swung through UIL 6A playoffs, playing with tenacity at each level. Last week’s games were no different as the Lady Hornets prevailed against Buda Johnson 2-0. The Lady Hornets defeated th...
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Nixon-Smiley senior athletes compete in South Texas All-Star games
Seven seniors represented Nixon-Smiley High School in volleyball, boys’ and girls’ basketball, and football in the South Texas Coaches Association All- Star games this past Saturday, May 17, in Floresville. Hailee Houseton was selected to play ...
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Volleyball All-Stars hit the court in Floresville
The South Texas Coaches Association hosted All-Star games for volleyball athletes on May 17 in Floresville. Athletes from Floresville, Stockdale, Nixon-Smiley, Poth, and Falls City joined Team Red. Team Red fell 1-3 to Team Blue. Team Red Athle...
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Team Red takes the win in STCA All-Stars boys basketball game
Athletes from Floresville, Poth, La Vernia, Stockdale, and Nixon-Smiley, composed the South Texas Coaches Association’s Red Team on May 17 in Floresville. Coached by La Vernia’s John Ince, Team Red took victory over Team Blue, coached by Somers...
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Team Red takes the win in STCA All-Star girls basketball game
Senior girl athletes from Floresville, Poth, La Vernia, and Nixon-Smiley joined together on Team Red May 17 in Floresville to compete against Team Blue in the South Texas Coaches Association All- Star girls basketball games. Led by Poth’s Coach...
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STCA football All-Stars compete in Floresville
The South Texas Coaches Association hosted the Football All-Stars game at Eschenburg Stadium in Floresville, May 17. Athletes from all over South Texas were selected to either Team Blue or Team Red. Athletes from Floresville, Stockdale, La Vern...
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1:43
Juvenile in custody after threat to Floresville Middle School
A juvenile has been taken into custody for a threat made toward Floresville Middle School, according to the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office. Law enforcement was made aware of the threat and quickly identified the juvenile, who was taken into cus...
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Lockdowns lifted; investigation continues into report of student with weapon at Floresville campus
The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office continues an investigation into a security issue on Floresville Independent School District (ISD) campuses that prompted lockdowns today at two campuses and a precautionary security measure at a third. The loc...
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Two Floresville schools on lockdown; third on 'secure precautionary measure'
As of 1:24 p.m., Floresville ISD has lifted the lockdowns at Floresville High School and South Elementary, and the secure measure at the middle school campus. District officials advise all students are safe. Students will be dismissed acc...
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Furred, Finned, - Feathered Friends
Share your pet; email reader@lavernianews.com.Article Link
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Tickets on sale now for June 21 murder mystery event
The public is invited to be a part of “Til Death Do Us Part,” a murder mystery and dinner hosted by the Central Texas Dispute Resolution Center, Saturday, June 21, 6-9 p.m. in Home and Heritage Hall, located on the Comal County Fairgrounds in N...
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American Legion to host annual picnic May 18
The community is invited to the American Legion Post 539 annual picnic fundraiser on Sunday, May 18, beginning at 10:45 a.m., at 14410 F.M. 1346 in St. Hedwig. Plates will include barbecue brisket and sausage with all the trimmings for . Plates...
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Sign up for summer reading starting May 19
Pre-registration for the Wilson County Public Libraries Summer Reading program starts Monday, May 19. The “Color Our World” program will officially begin Tuesday, June 3, and will include arts, games, and fun for all. Register at any of the thr...
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St. Gerard Church will sell barbecue plates May 17
St. Gerard Catholic Church will hold a barbecue plate fundraiser on Saturday, May 17, at the church at 1523 Iowa St. in San Antonio, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets cost for each meal, which will include barbecue chicken, rice, and beans. Desse...
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Guadalupe County Master Gardeners May events
Join the Guadalupe County Master Gardeners for “Growing Wildflowers in Texas,” presented by Advanced Master Gardener Karen Brkich, on Wednesday, May 14, from noon to 1 p.m. A small snack and water will be provided. In addition, the Guadalupe Co...
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Stories to Listen To' part of library's Summer Reading Program
The Wilson County Public Libraries invite everyone to participate in the 2025 Summer Reading Program with “Stories to Listen To.” Episodes 1, 2, 3, and 4 of this special digital storytime with the library staff are available now. Episode 5 will...
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Comal Country Music Show May 20
Spend an evening filled with country music on Tuesday, May 20, at the Comal Country Music Show in New Braunfels’ Columbus Club Hall. For a cover charge guests can hear featured performers Jay Eric and Conrad Gonzales from 7:30-10 p.m. Doors op...
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RSVP for 2025 Beaver Roundup
It’s time to RSVP and spread the word about the 32nd Beaver Roundup! This year’s reunion of Falls City High School alumni will be held at the community hall at 306 Front St. in Falls City on Saturday, Aug. 2, from 4-11 p.m. Please help to notif...
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Get ready for Mini Book Festival!
Join the Wilson County Public Libraries Friday and Saturday, May 30-31, for their first-ever Mini Book Festival at the Sam Fore Jr. Public Library in Floresville. It’s not about “mini” books — it’s an event celebrating authors from area communi...
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FACEBOOK LIVE WINNER
Wilson County News’ WCN Live fans receive their prizes from C Street Gift Shop after commenting during a live broadcast hosted on Facebook every Wednesday at 10 a.m. Stay tuned for the next WCN Live and be sure to comment to be entered in the d...
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Enjoy Ruth's brown sugar cookies
WCN Editor Nannette Kilbey-Smith received this recipe from a friend, Ruth Irwin, some years ago. “It’s very simple, and the cookies are delicious!” she said. “Ruth shared the recipe, saying my kids — who were then still very little — would love...
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Remembering the old newspaper building
Jimmy Fietsam visits the Wilson County News May 8 to share a photo of the former Floresville Chronicle-Journal building at 1000 C St. in downtown Floresville. He said the photo was taken when Sam Fore Jr. built the newspaper office in the early...
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New Silesian-Texan dictionary preserves Silesian as spoken in South Texas
Are you a proud descendant of Polish immigrants or a fan of languages and dialects? A new Silesian-Texan dictionary, now available for purchase online and from the C Street Gift Shop in Floresville, may be just the thing for you! Sally Sekula S...
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Iron Cross honors Pyron
Standing before the flag of the Second Texas Mounted Rifles, commanded by his ancestor during the War Between the States, Charles Hand shares the exploits of Col. Charles Pyron prior to the April 27 unveiling of a Southern Iron Cross at his gra...
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Loves small-town papers
Editor: I got your paper today and got big tears in my eyes. That’s how our paper was back in the good old days. I loved seeing all the local pictures, news, sports, obits, etc. That’s exactly what a newspaper should be! Great job to you and ev...
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It's time for Texas to move beyond STARR
Recent public comments from Governor Greg Abbott, House Public Education Committee Chairman Dr. Brad Buckley, and State Representative Gina Hinojosa signal growing bipartisan support for ending the use of the STAAR test, a long-criticized compo...
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The 'N' in SNAP means nutrition
SNAP, or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as food stamps, is one of the nation’s largest welfare programs. And, like all welfare programs, it is massive, it has grown prodigiously over the years and it is inefficient. One g...
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Cheers from Senator Thom Tillis
On Tuesday, Thom Tillis, a Republican senator from North Carolina and a key vote on the Senate Judiciary Committee, announced that he would not support the nomination of one of the most over-the-top Trumpers (I know, that’s saying a lot) Ed Mar...
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Shorts and stops: The Pope, property tax, school choice
About Pope Francis Pope Francis died on April 21 at the age of 88. The world had watched and then celebrated as he finally was able to return to the Vatican. Fittingly, he was there for Easter Sunday services. It was reported on VaticanNews.va ...
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Guadalupe County Republican Women plan Presidents Luncheon
Join the Guadalupe County Republican Women on Thursday, May 22, at 11 a.m. at the Seguin Silver Center for the group’s Presidents Luncheon; the guest speaker will be Jackie Schlegel, executive director at Texans for Medical Freedom. The luncheo...
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Learn to spot, report child abuse at May 20 event
Join the Children’s Alliance of South Texas-Child Advocacy Center (CASTCAC) for a free online community event — For the LOVE of Children: Learning. Observing. Vigilance. Exposing Abuse — on Tuesday, May 20, and learn how to prevent and report c...
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Flying firefighter
Monica Arocha of Floresville captures the afternoon flight May 3 of a U.S. Air Force C-5M Super Galaxy over Wilson County, with Poth Volunteer Fire Department firefighter Steve Martinez on board. This marks Martinez’s final year of flying with ...
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Sisters Boutique earns SBA's Family-Owned Business of the Year recognition
Sisters Boutique in Floresville is among honorees being recognized by the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) San Antonio District Office. The boutique has been honored as the district’s Family-Owned Business of the Year and received an ...
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A meeting of Sutherlands
Roderick H. “Rory” Sutherland, a British advertising executive and author (right), meets David Sutherland of La Vernia — his distant cousin — as Rory explores the Texas roots of his family tree April 24 with a visit to Sutherland Springs. Rory,...
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Honoring Our Officers
During National Police Week, we honor the officers who lost their lives while protecting the safety of others.Article Link
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Wilson County Republican Women host Rich Sena
Rich Sena addresses members of the Wilson County Republican Women about school choice April 22 at Jack’s Café in Floresville. Sena, a trustee with the Boerne Independent School District, is a Region 20 director of the Texas Association of Schoo...
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A prayer of a stretched-out woman -- for moms everywhere
Alice Cravens Moore wrote: “Lord, I’ve done it again. I have too much to do and too little time. Not only that, Lord, even if I had the time, I wouldn’t have the energy. “Why am I always the one to do everything? Lord, why am I a chronic volunt...
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All of your brain means both of you
Dear Dave, My husband and I live in India. I’m from the States, and he was born here. When it comes to our finances, I manage our American investments, and he manages our Indian investments. Every month, we sit down with spreadsheets and go ove...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/category/video-vault –Floresville City Council May 8; Commissioners May 12 Wilson County Commissioners Court Meeting:: Regular meeting, May 12, 9-10:22 a.m. https://yout...
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Kimberly Kaiser is new Falls City postmaster
The Falls City Post Office has a new addition to its team — Kimberly Kaiser, the new postmaster. The 44-year-old Yorktown native began working for the local U.S. Post Office in 2011. “I actually was my dad’s rural carrier associate,” Kaiser sai...
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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Adam D. Broadhead, 35, of Seguin was originally sentenced Feb. 10 to two years of deferred adjudication community supervision on a...
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POLICE BLOTTER
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Floresville police •April 30, ...
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Rabies vaccine clinic May 19 in Falls City
The Falls City FFA will host a rabies vaccination clinic on Monday, May 19, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the Falls City Independent School District Ag Building CTE, Room 2. Rabies shots are — check or cash only — with additional vaccinations availab...
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SS Cemetery group plans Memorial Day ceremony
The Sutherland Springs Cemetery Association will hold a Memorial Day ceremony on Saturday, May 17, at 9:30 a.m., in Sutherland Springs Historical Cemetery. American Legion Post 38 will conduct the ceremony honoring all veterans. For information...
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State sales-tax revenue totaled $4.2 billion in April
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today said state sales tax revenue totaled .24 billion in April, 7.1 percent more than in April 2024. The majority of April sales tax revenue is based on sales made in March and remitted to the agency in April. Tot...
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Burning inside city limits is against the law
An illegal burn pile blazes inside the Floresville city limits May 6 on S.H. 97 near Alfredo Lane. It is illegal to burn within any city limits at any time, regardless of a county’s burn ban status. For questions, contact the city of Floresvill...
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Abbott appoints Kelley to Nueces River Authority
Daniel “Danny” Kelley of Karnes City is among six individuals appointed or reappointed by Gov. Greg Abbott to the Nueces River Authority for terms set to expire on Feb. 1, 2031. The authority shall administer the control, employment, and conser...
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Community comments due by June 7 on tower proposal near La Vernia
A 275-foot communications tower may change the landscape near La Vernia in the not-too-distant future. American Towers LLC is proposing the structure, which would be 280 feet tall, with additions, at 8787 U.S. 87 W., south of La Vernia, to supp...
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Public encouraged to show patriotism for Memorial Day
The Floresville Beautiful Social Club invites folks in Floresville to show their patriotic pride and decorate residences and businesses in red, white, and blue for Memorial Day, May 26. Banners showcasing hometown heroes who have served in the ...
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Forecast for record heat prompts Wilson County to open cooling centers
An early heat wave this week with the potential to set new records for temperatures across South Central Texas has prompted Wilson County officials to open cooling centers across the county. Daily record temperatures are forecast, with a potent...
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Abbott signs school voucher bill into law
Gov. Greg Abbott last week signed a [post_excerpt] billion private school voucher bill into law in front of a large crowd at the Governor’s Mansion, the San Antonio Express-News and other media outlets reported. Abbott called the new law the bi...
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Enjoy SPJST District 7 Rally in Floresville May 18
SPJST invites the public to attend its upcoming District 7 Rally on Sunday, May 18, from 1-4 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 107 Hall, located at 1156 F.M. 1303 near Floresville. The free afternoon event will feature games, a community service project, and...
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Floresville settles lawsuit with payout to former police Chief Lorenzo Herrera
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzuTABS4GaBxIhqjMLa5eXr8EJPNan3-s&si=MrEAr3FxIL3TSzx8 The City of Floresville has arrived at a settlement in a lawsuit with former police Chief Lorenzo Herrera, who was terminated from his position in Nove...
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Floresville council recognizes city finance team
Floresville Mayor Gloria Morales Cantu (center) and council members recognize the city’s finance department April 10, including Finance Director Cynthia Sturm (third from left), Accounting Assistant Matilde Neaves, and Accounts Payable Clerk Ch...
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Giuseppe's is Floresville Business of the Month
Floresville Chamber of Commerce recognize Giuseppe’s Italian Grill May 6 as the chamber’s Business of the Month. Owner Gino Mati made Floresville his forever home after his car broke down while passing through town. He quickly realized that the...
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Lamberth, Flores, Cantu take oath of office
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzuTABS4GaBxIhqjMLa5eXr8EJPNan3-s&si=MrEAr3FxIL3TSzx8 Article Link
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Meet Audrey Naughton, wildlife biologist
Alligators in the area? Ringtail cats? Uncommon plant sightings? Where should we turn for information to understand these unusual findings? The answer lies here: Audrey Naughton — from the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department — is the new wild...
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Arrowhead residents' fight for clean water lands in Texas State Capitol
“[CSWR] purchased the well in September of 2020 and removed the sand filtration system in early 2021,” said Carrie Wilcoxson of the Arrowhead subdivision near Floresville, where she and her neighbors have been dealing with extremely discolored ...
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POTH HONOR ROLLS
Fifth six weeks Sixth grade All A’s: Aubrey Bailey, Emilee Brown, Case Cooke, Landri Helmke, Tynely Kotara, Logan Kotzur, McKenzie Moy, Connor Pruski, Brody Reed, Anthony Sanchez, Corbin Smolka, Trace Tackitt, Jason Tellez, Joseph Ulrich. A/B: ...
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Kailee King receives scholarship
Charles Ogburn presents a scholarship May 6 from the Floresville Chapter 271 Order of the Eastern Star to Kailee King, a senior at Floresville High School.
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Making learning fun!
Learning is fun at the Tradition Elementary library STEAM centers! Students are able to practice their engineering skills, work collaboratively, and use creativity in the different centers.
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PACT announces essay contest winners
The Polish American Council of Texas (PACT) has announced the winners of its 2025 Essay Scholarship Contest. This year’s awardees are Lucas Cash “Luke” Campbell of La Vernia, a student at Trinity University in San Antonio; Eryka Marshall from T...
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Poth athletes earn academic All-State honors
Poth High School athletes Aiden Reed and Larson Dziuk were named to the Texas High School Coaches Association’s Academic All-State Track & Field team. •Senior Aiden Reed, second team •Senior Larson Dziuk, honorable mention. Congratulations!...
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MEET THE FALLS CITY 2025-2026 CHEERLEADERS!
The new 2025-2026 Falls City cheerleaders are (back, l-r) sophomore Audrey Pawelek, freshman Brooklyn Wiatrek, sophomore Leah Sekula, sophomore Kayla Pawelek, junior Kenley Wiatrek, sophomore Aynslie Chessher, junior Addyson Berry, (middle) sen...
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Stockdale athletes to compete in STCA All-Star games
Congratulations to Stockdale High School athletes who have earned a spot and will be representing Stockdale in the South Texas Coaches Association All-Star games on Saturday, May 17, in Floresville. Football Adam Valadez Giovanni Vazquez Kaiden...
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FLORESVILLE LITTLE LEAGUERS PLAY SOFTBALL!
Floresville Little League girls teams were in action April 22 in Floresville.Article Link
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East Central Lady Hornets defeat Lake Travis in Regional Semifinals
The East Central Lady Hornet softball team took on the Lake Travis Lady Cavaliers May 8 in Dripping Springs for game one of a best-in-three game series for the Regional Semifinals Championship. The Lady Hornets defeated the Lady Cavaliers, 19- ...
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Floresville soccer athlete breaks records
For the first time ever a Floresville soccer player, senior Max Campos, has been selected to represent Region 4 at the Texas Association of Soccer Coaches All-Star Games. The game was held May 10, at the Blossom Athletic Complex. Congratulation...
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Floresville tennis competes at Regionals
Floresville tennis athletes competed at the Regional meet May 7-8 at the Blossom Athletic Center. Congratulations to sophomore Lily Marcinowski, who earned a spot in the State UIL tennis tournament to be held May 15- 16, also at the Blossom Ath...
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CHEERING ON THE TIGERS
Floresville baseball parents and fans gather to cheer on the Tigers May 9 at Floresville High School as the team heads to game two of Area playoffs.Article Link<...
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Record heat anticipated; Wilson County opens cooling centers
An early heat wave this week has the potential to set new records for temperatures across South Central Texas. Daily record temperatures are forecast, with a potential for some locations to reach temperature records for the entire month of May,...
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Furred, Finned, - Feathered Friends
Furred, Finned, & Feathered Friends Sponsored By: CLIP’N TAILS PET SALON 830-947-9506 • 13672 Hwy 87 W., La Vernia Mon.-Thurs. 8-5, Fri. 8-noonAr...
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Free jazz concert for seniors May 15
Spend the morning with some lively music at a free jazz concert for seniors on Thursday, May 15, at 11 a.m. in the Carver Community Cultural Center in San Antonio. Presented by the Women in Jazz Association, the “Uplift Jazz Concert” features a...
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Memorial scholarship event planned for May 17
Join the Coach Jackson Memorial Scholarship fundraiser event for a morning of fun and celebrate the life of Coach Lester Jackson by giving back to the students at Stockdale Independent School District (ISD) on Saturday, May 17. Registration sta...
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Master Gardeners to host Calvin Finch May 8
The Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, May 8, from 6-7:30 p.m. The guest speaker will be retired horticulturist and Texas A&M Water Conservation and Technology Center director Calvin Finch,...
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Sign up for Cacahuate Cook-off May 16
Come to the Floresville Peanut Festival Association’s Cacahuate Cook-off Friday and Saturday, May 16-17, in Floresville and be a part of something special. Teams will compete for the best brisket, pork spare ribs, and chicken on the grounds of ...
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Catch local talent on stage May 10 in Floresville
The Market in Floresville will host a family-friendly community Talent Show on Saturday, May 10, at 11 a.m. in the Floresville Event Center. Come out to see some of our local talent shine while you shop the market, filled with over 70 vendors, ...
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Serve Berry Delicious Meringues for Mother's Day
I am always looking for a way to showcase the bright colors and naturally sweet tastes of fresh berries. Sliced, whole, or mixed together with a light sauce, they make a quick dessert option when piled high over a scoop of ice cream or a slice ...
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FACEBOOK LIVE WINNER
Wilson County News’ WCN Live fans receive their prizes from C Street Gift Shop after commenting during a live broadcast hosted on Facebook every Wednesday at 10 a.m. Stay tuned for the next WCN Live and be sure to comment to be entered in the d...
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Blue Bonnet Club discusses scholarships, Jubilee participation
The Stockdale Blue Bonnet Club met on Monday, April 14, in the lovely home of Sandy Lynn. The meeting was called to order by President Lana Wilson. Members present were Lana Wilson, Ginger Jackson, Gina Deason, Madison Pruski, Mary Denson, Sue ...
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Dancing through five decades -- 'Cactus Country Band' plans 50th anniversary celebration
They played as a band for the first time on May 11, 1975, for a parish festival. This Sunday, May 11, “Cactus Country Band” will celebrate 50 years of making music with a celebration at the Martinez Social Club in San Antonio. Join them from 3-...
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Raining on the Left's parade
Editor: Looks like Trump’s whole foreign policy agenda is focused on ending the Ukraine war. That one promise kept will probably maintain MAGA control of the house and senate in the midterms. All of his rhetoric concerning annexing Canada and G...
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Inspectors general and COMSEC
Editor: The “Inspector General Act of 1978” established an Office of the Inspector General (IG). The Inspectors General are independent officials who investigate and report to Congress on a variety of issues, mostly focused on fraud waste and a...
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By nature, government can't be made efficient
Steve Jobs co-founded Apple when he was 21 years old. Nine years later, at age 30, he was purged and fired from the company he founded and built by the professional management he helped recruit. Eleven years later, after that management brought...
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The tariff target on roses makes zero sense
May is usually the best month for florists, Mother’s Day being a big reason. But Donald Trump’s tariff war is raining pain on their bestselling season. Pierson’s Flower Shop and Greenhouse in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, expects customers to dial back o...
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Shorts and stops: Moms, trafficking, Pope, Trump, water
Mothers “My mother had a great deal of trouble with me, but I think she enjoyed it.” — Mark Twain What mother cannot relate to that??? Happy Mother’s Day to all. Illegals State Rep. Terri Leo Wilson (R-Galveston), in a press release, explained ...
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Reed is State Champion!
Poth senior Aiden Reed expresses his excitement after throwing 59’7.75” in the 3A boys shot put event at the May 1 UIL State Track and Field Meet in Austin. Not only did he earn the gold medal for shot put for 3A, he also broke his 2024 persona...
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Paul Kirby is new Nixon-Smiley CISD athletic director
Paul Kirby is the new Nixon-Smiley Consolidated Independent School District (CISD) athletic director. The district announced Kirby’s appointment May 1; he had been named the interim athletic director when longtime Athletic Director Carlton McKi...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/category/video-vault include FELPS April 30, St. Hedwig May 1 Poth Independent School District Meeting: Regular meeting, April 30, 6:30- 8:29 p.m., executive sessio...
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Medical emergencies come first
Dear Dave, I recently experienced a medical emergency and unexpected hospital stay. I’m about halfway through Baby Step 2, and I’m paying off my debts using the debt snowball system. I have good insurance, but should I put Baby Step 2 on hold f...
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REAL ID now needed for air travel
Planning a vacation this summer? Effective May 7, air travelers must present a REAL ID to board commercial aircraft. Adult passengers 18 and older must show valid identification at the airport checkpoint in order to travel. IDs that are not REA...
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SEAL helps youth with disabilities earn cash, gain work experience
Getting a summer job is a rite of passage for young people. Whether it’s bagging groceries or washing cars, they love getting paychecks for their work. Unfortunately, teenagers and young adults with a disability don’t always get the opportunity...
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Firstmark Foundation awards $100K grant to Alamo Colleges District
SAN ANTONIO — The Firstmark Foundation has announced its High Impact Grant award of 0,000 to the Alamo Colleges District (ACD), in support of five new financial resource libraries, case management and financial wellness programming, and scholar...
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Has America's slide away from God gone too far?
Two words, LAUS DEO, are displayed on the aluminum cap atop the Washington Monument in Washington, D.C. No one can see these words. In fact, most visitors to the monument are totally unaware they are even there. LAUS DEO, two seemingly insignif...
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Celebrate National Nurses Week 2025
Nurses are invaluable professionals within the medical community. Whether they work in hospital settings, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, doctor’s offices, or elsewhere, nurses provide vital services to individuals in need every day....
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Learn the history of the District Attorney May 12
Join the Atascosa County Historical Commission on Monday, May 12, at 6:15 p.m., in Pleasanton’s Longhorn Museum for the “Voices of History” Elected Officials Presentation series. The first event of the series, presented by commission Chairman M...
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Vendors, sponsors invited for South Texas environmental symposium
Registration is now open for the Wilson County Beautification Association’s South Texas Environmental & Conservation Symposium. The event, which aims to bring together leaders for protecting and conserving the environment, will take place F...
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POLICE BLOTTER
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Department of Public Safety •A...
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It's up to residents to learn about nearby developments
Wilson County residents who want to know about housing developments near their neighborhood need to watch for notices posted on the county website or at the courthouse. That’s a reminder from county officials, following concerns expressed by ne...
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Sign up for May 20 emergency volunteer training
Learn about individual and community preparedness for emergencies — such as floods or other natural disasters, or major incidents — during volunteer training on Tuesday, May 20, at the Wilson County Emergency Management Office in Floresville be...
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1:03
Evergreen UWCD, Nixon council, Falls City ISD election results
Wes Shahan will represent Atascosa County on the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District board, one of two seats allocated to that county. He bested opponent Jonathon Fluitt in the May 3 election, garnering 323 votes to Fluitt’s 256. ...
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Voters approve East Central ISD $309M bond, second time around
A new high school and two new elementary schools are in the future for the East Central Independent School District (ISD). That’s because voters resoundingly approved, by a 66 percent majority, a 9 million bond proposal in the May 3 election. U...
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Wilson County temporarily lifts burn ban
The burn ban in Wilson County has been temporarily lifted. According to County Judge Hank Whitman, the ban on outdoor burning was lifted May 5, and will remain lifted until Monday, May 12. However, there are conditions. Prior to burning, anyone...
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House bill proposes new standardized test
A Texas House bill would eliminate the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness test and replace it with a test comparing students’ performance to one another rather than state-set standards, the Austin American Statesman reported. House...
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5:39
Floresville chamber welcomes EMC Concrete Coatings
Members of the Floresville Chamber of Commerce join EMC Concrete Coatings owners Eric and Sandra Calderon and crew April 23 for a ribboncutting ceremony at the chamber office on Railroad Street. The company offers epoxy and resinous flooring op...
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Lonnie Bodiford joins ESD 2 board
Wilson County Emergency Services District (ESD) 2’s newest commissioner, Lonnie Bodiford (fourth from right), stands with (l-r) ESD 2 Chief Alex Lopez, board Vice President Sherry Heatherly and board President David Nieto, county commissioners ...
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Voters reject Floresville ISD's $95M bond
The Floresville Independent School District’s (ISD) million bond proposal has failed. The district’s plan for a new intermediate school, along with safety, security, technology, and maintenance improvements through a tax increase did not fare ...
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Lamberth, Flores, Cantu take Floresville Council in 2025 election
Floresville voters have voted for change, electing Jake Lamberth, Frances M. Flores, and Felix Cantu to the Floresville City Council. Place 3 In the May 3 election, Jake Lamberth took the majority in his race for Council Place 3 against Jacob “...
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Alligator spotted in Floresville park
An alligator spotted in Floresville May 1 has caused a bit of excitement with residents. After the city of Floresville shared a cautionary alert about the alligator seen in Floresville River Park, many folks took to social media to voice their ...
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Sign up for summer art camps in Seguin
Seguin Art League will hold two sessions of their Summer Art Camp workshop, “Wild Beasts: Animals in Folktales, Myth and Art,” this year. Sessions are scheduled for Tuesdays through Fridays, June 3-6, and July 8-11. Ages 5-9 will attend from 10...
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Stockdale FFA entomology team places fourth at State
The Stockdale FFA entomology team – Joshua Scribner, Conner Hajovsky, Calvin Cowey, and Monroe McGuffin – are all smiles after placing fourth at State. Joshua also received seventh place high individual scores. Congratulations!
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Stockdale FCCLA students compete at State
Stockdale High School junior Kaitlyn Keiser (left) and senior Megan Ruble take a breather April 11 as they participate in the Texas FCCLA State Leadership Conference in Dallas. Megan — who has advanced to the state competition three years in a ...
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Wilkinson, Scribner are GVEC scholarship recipients
Farrah Wilkinson of La Vernia High School and Joshua Scribner of Stockdale High School each recently received a ,500 scholarship from Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC). This year, GVEC awarded ,000 in scholarships to graduating senio...
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Brahmas are Bi-District Champions
The Stockdale varsity Brahma baseball team traveled to La Grange to face off against Tidehaven for the first round of Bi-District playoffs. The Brahmas finished off with a close Bi-District win, 9-8, with junior Mason Almeida earning Player of ...
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PEYTON KELLER IS BRONZE MEDALIST AT STATE
Stockdale athlete Peyton Keller celebrates a phenomenal season, and her third-place medal with a jump of 5’4” in the girls high jump event May 1 at the UIL State Track and Field Championships. Congratulations!
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Beaverettes compete at State Track Meet
Falls City Beaverette athletes competed at the UIL State Track Meet May 3, and placed fourth overall in UIL 2A competition. Five girls made it to the State competition – Claire Laskowski, Kenley Wiatrek, Kailer Crawford, Keandra Johnson, and Ha...
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Falls City athletes earn academic All-State honors
Falls City High School athletes Ansley Gates and Kashiya Johnson were chosen to the Texas High School Coaches Association’s Academic All-State Softball Team announced recently. Likewise, Dale Shaffer was chosen to the organization’s Academic Al...
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BEAVERS ARE BI-DISTRICT CHAMPIONS
The Falls City Beaver baseball team takes a Bi-District Championship photo after defeating Ben Bolt in a best-of-three game series May 1 in Three Rivers. The Beavers were victorious 3-2 and 8-3. They will take on Shiner in a best-in-three game ...
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Poth track and field athletes bring home State medals
Poth High School track and field athletes achieved impressive scores — all in the top 10 in their events — during the UIL State Track and Field Meet in Austin May 1. Aiden Reed State Champion Poth senior Aiden Reed threw 59’7.75” in the shot pu...
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Lady Mustang softball athletes receive District honors
The Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustang softball program received its District honors this past week. Sophomore shortstop Grace Gomez was awarded District Defensive MVP, which is voted on by every coach in the district except her own, making this a testa...
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LADY HORNETS ARE AREA CHAMPIONS
The East Central Lady Hornets are all smiles after defeating San Benito 2-1 for the Area title May 3. The Lady Hornets defeated San Benito, 11-3, in game one. In game two, the Lady Hornets fell short, 5-8. Game three sealed the Lady Hornets’ ch...
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Floresville tennis athletes qualify for Regionals
Floresville High School tennis athletes competed in the District tennis tournament April 28-29 in Uvalde. Regional qualifiers are Lily Marcinowski, Ace Edwards, Audrey Gilliam, Desiree Romo, William Marshall, and Chris Patel. Congratulations! T...
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Sloane Paugh is ninth at State for high jump
Congratulations to Floresville senior Sloane Paugh for competing at the UIL 4A State Track & Field Meet held in Austin. Sloane competed in High Jump and placed ninth in the State. Paugh has had an amazing track career at Floresville High Sc...
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Kaden Cypert takes seventh at State for the 1600-meter run
Congratulations to Floresville High School freshman Kaden Cypert on an outstanding performance at the UIL State Track & Field Meet in Austin. He finished seventh in the 1600-meter run! In his first year running high school track, Kaden has ...
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Wilson County temporarily lifts burn ban
The burn ban in Wilson County has been temporarily lifted. According to County Judge Hank Whitman, the ban on outdoor burning is lifted immediately, and will remain lifted until Monday, May 12. However, there are conditions. Prior to burning, a...
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May 3, 2025 Elections - Election Day Coverage
Watch for unofficial election results from Wilson County (and surrounding local elections) as they are reported here after the polls close May 3, 2025 after 7 pm. ➡️ Totals in – 7:42 pm Floresville ISD final... 7:47 pm La Vernia ISD final... 7:...
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Exercise caution: Alligator spotted in Floresville River Park
Reports of an alligator sighting in Floresville River Park have prompted the city to issue this warning: exercise extreme caution. According to a social media post shared by the city of Floresville, the local game warden has ...
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Nixon-Smiley CISD names Paul Kirby as new athletic director
Nixon-Smiley Consolidated Independent School District (CISD) is excited to announce that Coach Paul Kirby is the district’s new athletic director. Kirby was named the interim athletic director when longtime Athletic Director Carlton McKin...
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Beavers take on Bulldogs, slide into playoffs
The Falls City varsity Beavers played their last home game on Friday, April 25, against the Three Rivers Bulldogs. The Beavers lost, 1-7, but still completed the season in second place in District. Their Bi-District playoff games will be a best...
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LADY HORNETS ARE BI-DISTRICT CHAMPIONS
The East Central Lady Hornets celebrate their Bi-District win over the Alexander Laredo Lady Bulldogs April 24. The Lady Hornets won, 6-0, and move on to round two against San Benito for the Area title. Watch for playoff updates at wilsoncounty...
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FMS track and field athletes finish strong in Pleasanton
The Floresville Middle School track and field program competed in the Junior High Brush Country Relays April 24 in Pleasanton. Athletes excelled in their events, and teams finished with the following results: Seventh-grade boys - second place S...
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Tigers victorious over Warhorses, move into playoffs
The Floresville High School Tiger varsity baseball team went 1-1 for their final week of District play, completing the season with a 10-2 District record and securing a spot in the playoffs. The week started with a close loss to the Pleasanton ...
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Furred, Finned, - Feathered Friends
Furred, Finned, & Feathered Friends Sponsored By: CLIP’N TAILS PET SALON 830-947-9506 • 13672 Hwy 87 W., La Vernia Mon.-Thurs. 8-5, Fri. 8-noonAr...
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'Meyer Anderson Band' returns to Falls City
Come request your favorite classic country and rock music performed live by the “Meyer Anderson Band” at the Falls City Community Hall on Saturday, May 3, from 8 p.m. to midnight. The hall’s cash bar will offer beer, wine, coolers, seltzers, an...
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Upcoming classes at Seguin Art League
Mark your calendar for the Seguin Art League’s upcoming classes. Adults 18 and over are welcome to attend. Unwind Your Drawing Skills will be taught on Friday, May 9, from 5:50-7:30 p.m. and will emphasize different kinds of lines and how they ...
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Sign up for May 3 Fiesta 'Run to Remember'
The Alzheimer’s Association invites the public to register for the 13th annual Run to Remember on Saturday, May 3. The event will be from 7-11:30 a.m. in Comanche Park, 2600 Rigsby Ave. in San Antonio. The event features a 10K and 5K race, as w...
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Cestohowa picnic is May 4
Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Cestohowa invites the community to its annual picnic on Sunday, May 4. Guests can purchase barbecued beef and Polish sausage served with all the trimmings for from 10:30 a.m. until sold ou...
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Join Nerf Battles in the Library May 9
Children ages 8 and older are invited to come and have fun at Nerf Battles in the Sam Fore Jr. Wilson County Public Library on Friday, May 9, from 6-8 p.m. at 1103 Fourth St. in Floresville. Participants can enjoy two rounds of battle and a lig...
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Enjoy Kenedy Market Day
Spend the day with food, music, games, and more at Kenedy Market Day on Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit the pet-friendly, family-friendly, monthly event at Joe Gulley Park, 398 Bellaire Blvd. in Kenedy. For information and vendor u...
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Catch Justin Trevino in Martinez
Enjoy the sounds of Justin Trevino at Martinez Social Club on Saturday, May 3, from 7-11 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door for . Martinez Social Club, established in 1912, is located at 7791 F.M. 1346 in San Antoni...
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Starkey Skin plans open house
Starkey Skin Primary Dermatology in Adkins invites community members to its open house on Thursday, May 8, from 4-7 p.m. The “Louis and Lemonade” event will feature a prize drawing for a Louis Vuitton purse. Door prizes also will be awarded to ...
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Baking memories with Pear Cake
Wilson County News Editor Nannette Kilbey-Smith received this recipe for Pear Cake from her godmother, Johanna “JoAnn” (Jonietz) Gray, one year when there was a bumper crop of pears. “This is a delicious cake that is great with a side of ice cr...
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Once upon a time, it was a newspaper office
It’s a small, unassuming building at the corner of C and Second streets in downtown Floresville, just a couple of doors away from the Floresville Café. But once upon a time, it was the heartbeat of Floresville and Wilson County, the home of the...
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Studio C presents colorful performance for Musical Club
Signs of Easter welcomed the ladies of the Floresville Musical Club to the April 8 meeting held at the Floresville United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. The tables were beautifully decorated with a vase holding a lovely flower surrounded by ...
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Beautification association members clean up along F.M. 775
Members of the Wilson County Beautification Association recently held a litter collection event along F.M. 775 north of Floresville. The Employees and Friends of 181 Auto and Wilson County Beautification Association members picked up 13 bags of...
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Coffee, Cars - Veterans donates to Project Hero
Coffee, Cars & Veterans, in collaboration with Floresville McCoy’s Building Supply, donates 0 to Project Hero in honor of U.S. Marine Corps veteran Patrick Kelly April 19 in Floresville. The funds — raised during a third annual burger fundr...
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Christians unite
Editor: The Christian community is the only group that can unite the world in peace and prosperity. The trouble is that several thousand years has divided Christians into separate groups of conflicting ideas designed to win God’s favor exclusiv...
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Education freedom meets religious freedom
Two important developments in education occurred over the last week. One was a sign of the problem we have. The other was a sign of the solution. The sign of the problem, to which hopefully the U.S. Supreme Court will provide the correct answer...
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The rule of law is not a distraction
Gov. Gavin Newsom did it again. He is so busy running for president, so attuned to his general election campaign in 2028, that he has lost his way. It was bad enough that his podcast debuted with two MAGA-maniacs, Steve Bannon and Charlie Kirk,...
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Shorts and stops: Meds, food chemicals, the greenies
Over-the-counter meds Lawmakers in Texas are considering joining Arkansas, Tennessee, and Idaho in allowing over-the-counter access to Ivermectin. State Rep. Joanne Shofner has introduced HB 3219 that would allow pharmacists to dispense Ivermec...
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Floresville Lions spread Easter cheer
Floresville Lions Gloria Duron (left) and Linna Selby (second from right) deliver donuts and Easter crafts to residents of Prairie Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Floresville April 17. Crafts were prepared by Lions Gloria Duron and...
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Simply walking with Jesus
In the midst of all the flimflam surrounding religion and religious organizations, the simple message of God’s Word is being lost. Is it possible to simply be a Christian in the 21st century? Can we avoid being entangled in and weighed down by ...
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READ ALL OVER
Take your photo with the Wilson County News at a famous landmark or location. Email it, along with names, information, and your phone number, to reader@wcnonline.com. If it is published, you may visit the WCN office to claim your prize.<...
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Dillingham completes collaborative on mental health
The Hon. Jennifer Dillingham is one of four judges who have successfully completed the Texas Judicial Commission on Mental Health’s Treatment Courts Collaborative, a program which pairs judges who are interested in creating or expanding a treat...
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You've got to get on the same page
Dear Dave, My wife has run her own small business for the last three years. I try to be positive, and help whenever I can, but the truth is things aren’t going very well. In fact, the business has never really shown signs of getting off the gro...
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Northeast Lakeview College hosts mental health fair
The Alamo Colleges District’s Northeast Lakeview College will host a mental health fair on Wednesday, May 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be held at the college’s Paluxy Hall at 1201 Kitty Hawk Road in Universal City. The fair will inc...
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Master Gardeners will host Dr. Calvin Finch May 8
Four interns became certified Extension Master Gardeners at the April 10 meeting of the Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners. Ann Rhew, Teresa Craig, Blanca Soto, and Moises Soto completed classes last November and have now completed the re...
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CCSCT invites community to 60th anniversary luncheon
The Community Council of South Central Texas (CCSCT) announces its “Hope in Action” Community Luncheon, celebrating 60 years of service, on Thursday, May 15, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in S...
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Rep. De La Cruz pays visit to new Karnes City Food Pantry
U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) met with local officials and visited the Karnes City Food Pantry in Karnes County and the Alice Housing Authority in Jim Wells County recently. De La Cruz toured the recently opened Karnes City Food Pantry an...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/category/video-vault Commissioners Court April 28 La Vernia Independent School District Meeting: Regular meeting, April 21, 6:30-9:43 p.m., executive session 8:44- 9:42 ...
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Courthouse parking lot to close during May 3 election
The Wilson County Courthouse parking lot will be off limits on Election Day, May 3. The county commissioners voted April 28 in favor of closing the parking lot during Saturday’s election — due to “intimidating factors” that occurred during last...
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Standing up for child victims
Associate Judge Melissa DeGerolami of the Child Protection Court of South Central Texas (holding proclamation) gathers April 24 with child advocates from SJRC Belong and CASA of South Texas (Court Appointed Special Advocates), along with Wilson...
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POLICE BLOTTER
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Floresville police •April 14, ...
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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Derek Miller, 25, of La Vernia originally pleaded nolo contendere (no contest) in October 2019 to six counts of unlawful restraint...
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California man faces charges for sexual assault of Floresville minor
A 20-year-old man has been arrested in Wilson County and faces charges for sexual assault of a child, after traveling from California to meet a minor girl in Texas. On April 14, Wilson County Sheriff’s Deputy Joseph Martinez was conducting a ro...
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Stolen vehicle, narcotics seized after 'high-risk' traffic stop
Three San Antonio residents have been arrested following a traffic stop that netted a stolen vehicle and narcotics. In the early morning hours of April 9, Wilson County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Jared Reynolds began to follow a vehicle, reported ...
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Floresville ISD shares statement on middle school restroom incident
Parents and community members in Floresville took to social media to ask questions regarding rumors that a student may have been photographed by another student, or students, while in a restroom stall April 15 at Floresville Middle School. Flor...
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Election Day is May 3; early voting slow, steady
Election Day in area school board, bond, and city elections is this Saturday, May 3. Voter turnout was slow but steady in Wilson County for area elections during early voting April 22-29. Total ballots cast during early voting through Saturday,...
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TEA releases 2023 A-F accountability ratings
After a prolonged delay because of a lawsuit filed by about 100 school districts, the Texas Education Agency has released the 2023 A-F accountability ratings, indicating the share of campuses that received a passing ranking dropped by 14 percen...
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Join Floresville chamber for networking social
Join Joseph Creek Homes and the Floresville Chamber of Commerce for a networking social on Thursday, May 8, from 5-7 p.m. Tacos, drinks, lawn games, and even a golf simulator will be available at the model home located at 108 Pradera Ridge Driv...
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Floresville council honors Veronica Romo-Arriaga
Veronica Romo-Arriaga (third from right) receives a plaque March 27 from members of the Floresville City Council and Mayor Gloria Morales Cantu, in recognition of her community involvement and “dedication to the citizens and community of Flores...
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Chief Anthony Flores: Creating an environment where police officers and the public work together
The new Floresville Police Department building construction may be completed as early as the end of 2025, says Floresville’s Chief of Police Anthony Flores. Flores — who recently wrapped up his first year as chief — sat down with the Wilson Cou...
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TxDOT nixes U.S. 181 crossover closures
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will not be closing crossovers on U.S. 181 after all. Wilson County News reached out to TxDOT to get an update on the project. According to TxDOT Public Information Officer Tanya Brown, the U.S. 18...
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Two firefighters earn Medal of Heroism
“We knew if we called out to the victim and we hear her, we were going in,” San Antonio Fire Department firefighter Jonathan Arrambide of La Vernia recalled, about the day he and his partner, Jeremy Valdez, saved a woman from a burning home. Th...
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Correction
In our April 23 Candidates’ Forum, we inadvertently included the wrong names and photos with these two candidates for Floresville City Council, Place 5. Here are the responses from Felix Cantu and Donald K. Scee. Donald K. Scee For the pa...
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3:51
H-E-B celebrates Earth Day
H-E-Buddy joins store partners at the H-E-B in La Vernia April 22 for an Earth Day celebration. Shoppers and community members received eco-friendly giveaways and entered a drawing for a Texas State Parks pass, and also had the opportunity to m...
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Lions celebrate Floresville students, teacher
Floresville Lions Club members and Floresville Independent School District Superintendent Jason Gilstrap and Floresville High School Principal Holden Barrett gather with Floresville students of the month Jeremiah Carvajal (fourth and fifth from...
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Floresville Air Force Junior ROTC re-establishes Kitty Hawk Honor Society
Floresville High School’s Air Force Junior ROTC held its 20th annual Kitty Hawk Honor Society Induction Ceremony April 14. The event was held in the Floresville High School cafeteria. This year, Cadet Capt. Joel Mora re-established the Kitty Ha...
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Baseball playoff updates
Congratulations to the following boys baseball teams in the Wilson County News coverage area that made the playoffs. Bi-District •Falls City vs Ben Bolt – best out of 3 series –Game 1: May 1, 5 pm, Three RiversGame 2: 30 min. after game 1Game 3...
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Baseball playoff updates
Congratulations to the following boys baseball teams in the Wilson County News coverage area that made the playoffs. Area •Falls City v Shiner (3-game series) Game 1: fell to Shiner, 1-7, May 8 Game 2: May 10, 11 am, in Karnes City Game 3: 30 m...
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Voters cast early ballots in Wilson County-area elections
Wilson County voters have been heading to the polls during early voting ahead of the May 3 local elections. Early voting began April 22 and continues through Tuesday, April 29. What’s on the ballot, who’s running, and where can you vote? ...
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Furred, Finned, - Feathered Friends
Meet Luna! She was lovingly rescued by her owner Lauren Cheever. Share your pet’s photo! Email reader@lavernianews.com.Article Link
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See 'The Little Mermaid' at Majestic Theatre
The Children’s Ballet of San Antonio (CBSA) will transport audiences to the wondrous, watery world of “The Little Mermaid” on Friday and Saturday, May 16- 17, at the Majestic Theatre in downtown San Antonio. Show times for this 90-minute musica...
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Falls City Market Day coming April 26
Make plans now to attend Falls City Market Day on Saturday, April 26, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. inside the Falls City Community Hall. Shop more than 40 craft, market, and garage-sale booths set up indoors. Breakfast tacos and complimentary coffee w...
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KCHO Crawfish Boil will be May 3
Karnes County Humane Organization will hold its 10th annual Crawfish Boil on Saturday, May 3, in Panna Maria Hall. The dinner starts at 5 p.m. and will feature crawfish and shrimp etouffee with all the fixings, along with Tito’s Punch, margarit...
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Celebrate church feast day April 27 in St. Hedwig
Join Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church for a feast day celebration on Sunday, April 27. The day will begin with Mass at 9 a.m., followed by activities in the Parish Center that include a country store, live and silent auct...
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Tickets on sale for 'Wine and Whiskey' fundraiser
Courage Ranch’s second annual Kentucky Derby Wine & Whiskey Gala is set for Saturday, May 3, 3:30-7:30 p.m., at Cam’s Event Center in La Vernia. Enjoy wine and whiskey tastings, food pairings, a silent auction, derby attire contests, and mo...
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Tickets on sale for Wilson County's Got Style
Reserve your spot now for Wilson County’s Got Style, hosted by the Wilson County Republican Women, Thursday, May 8, at the Wilson County Expo and Community Center. The fashion show will feature a charcuterie board dinner and silent auction. Tic...
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FACEBOOK LIVE WINNERS
Ruben and Candace Gonzales, Wilson County News’ WCN Live fans, receive their prizes from C Street Gift Shop after commenting during a live broadcast hosted on Facebook every Wednesday at 10 a.m. Stay tuned for the next WCN Live and be sure to c...
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Country recipes for strawberry season
Need a recipe for your excess strawberry harvest? Here’s one that will last you all year. Recipes for strawberry preserves and drop biscuits can be found in Country Cooking with Evelyn, written by Evelyn Timmermann, which is available for sale ...
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Remembering when fewer people worried about PII
Readers are invited to share memories of the past. Send to elaine@wcn-online.com or mail to 1012 C St., Floresville 78114. If you wish your contribution to be shared in print, include a phone number, for our records only.
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Master Gardeners grow as spring arrives
March was a busy month for the Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners. •March 4, two of our members presented a program on spring gardening at the Wilson County Retired School Personnel monthly meeting. •March 13, at our monthly meeting, we w...
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Poth health science students get 'hands-on' tour at Connally Memorial
Connally Memorial Medical Center had the pleasure April 11 of hosting the Poth High School Principles of Health Science classes on an exciting field trip across its healthcare system! From the Emergency Department to Radiology, Lab, Operating R...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/category/video-vault FEDC April 14 La Vernia City Council Meeting: Regular meeting, April 17, 6:32-7:05 p.m. Actions: •Approved a loan from the La Vernia Municipal Devel...
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CASA needs you to help neglected and abused children
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and CASA of South Texas is raising awareness of the need for more dedicated members of the community to step up and become CASA volunteers to help end child abuse and neglect, through supporting c...
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WCRSP attend hands-on nutritional cooking class
Wilson County Retired School Personnel (WCRSP) met April 10, at the Methodist Church Fellowship Hall in Floresville, where Chef Adrian Ramos presented the program “Quick Easy Nutritional Cooking.” Attendees then prepared and ate their own tasty...
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Opry committee attends commissioners court meeting
Neila Hopkins (l-r), Carol Chitty, Viola Henke, Ruby Manen, and Sarah Gella, members of the Wilson County Historical Society’s Floresville Opry Committee, attend an April 14 meeting of county commissioners, who approved an expenditure from the ...
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WCBA to meet April 24
The Wilson County Beautification Association (WCBA) invites the community to its next meeting on Thursday, April 24, at 6:30 p.m. in the Ag Extension Life Building, Room 9, 1103 Fourth St. in Floresville. Anyone interested in litter abatement, ...
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ESD 3 offers 911 address signs for purchase
Help first responders find your home or business in an emergency. Wilson County Emergency Services District 3 (ESD 3) offers 911 address marking signs for purchase by members of the public. Signs are double-sided and reflective, making them vis...
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Free Veterans Virtual Career Fair is April 29
RecruitMilitary and the Disabled American Veterans organization will host the Central Region Virtual Career Fair for Veterans on Tuesday, April 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This free online event is open to all transitioning military, veterans, a...
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Paid in full -- my debt, and yours
After living what I felt was a “decent” life, my time on earth came to the end. The first thing I remember is sitting on a bench in the waiting room of what I thought to be a courthouse. The doors opened, and I was instructed to come in and hav...
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Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District, Atascosa County
Candidates for Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District, Atascosa County Jonathan Fluitt Wes Shahan Candidates' Forum submissions that responded by the April 16 deadline are shown below with their answers to the following questions. •W...
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Falls City ISD, at-large
Candidates for Falls City ISD, at-large Robert P. Hons (i) Cathy Stolle BJ Sekula (i) Candidates' Forum submissions that responded by the April 16 deadline are shown below with their answers to the following questions. •What makes you the best-...
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Floresville City Council, Place 5
Candidates for Floresville City Council, Place 5 Donald K. Scee (i) Felix Cantu Candidates' Forum submissions that responded by the April 16 deadline are shown below with their answers to the following questions. •What makes you the best-qualif...
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Floresville City Council, Place 3
Candidates for Floresville City Council, Place 3 Jacob “Jake” Thompson Jake Lamberth Write-In: Jessica Rodriguez-Green (i) Candidates' Forum submissions that responded by the April 16 deadline are shown below with their answers to the following...
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Welcome to the WCN Candidates' Forum
Welcome to the Wilson County News “Candidates’ Forum.” We invited candidates facing opposition for area city council, school board, and other seats on the May 3 ballots to participate in the longstanding tradition of our print “Candidates’ Foru...
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INDICTMENTS
The Wilson County Grand Jury met April 4 and returned indictments in 17 cases. The following nine individuals are among the defendants scheduled for arraignment May 20: •Ferman Chavez, 46, of Floresville was indicted on a charge of continuous s...
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POLICE BLOTTER
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Department of Public Safety •A...
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Now's the time to invest in you
Dear Dave, I’m a sophomore in college studying agriculture business. I grew up on a farm, and recently I decided it’s time to sell a small cattle herd my dad helped me start growing when I was a kid. I don’t have any student loan debt, and I’m ...
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Buy emergency supplies during April 26-28 sales-tax holiday
As severe weather season approaches, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar reminds Texans they can purchase certain items tax free during the state’s sales tax holiday for emergency preparation supplies Saturday through Monday, April 26-28. The Comptro...
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Crash sends four to hospital
Two damaged vehicles are removed from U.S. 181 North just before 1 p.m. April 18 near the highway’s intersection with Cinnamon Lane, north of Floresville. The white Ford Explorer was traveling north on U.S. 181 when it collided with the black M...
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'Refreshing' opinion pieces
Editor: I would like to comment on Elaine Kolodziej’s “Opinion” pieces. I find them totally refreshing, engaging, and unbiased. I look forward to reading them every week. They bring insight, accurate information, relevancy, and I find them extr...
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Stop taking political signs
Editor: To whoever keeps taking these election signs around here, please stop! It is a state crime. When I place my signs, I have permission to use the property. If you know who “borrowed” them, let me know. I will be glad to come pick them up....
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Vouchers -- they're here; now what?
Editor: The Voucher Bill, long touted and promised by Greg Abbott, has passed. Public schools, as once known in Texas, might seem to have no future, at best. People are likely to want to abandon them in droves but where are they going to go? It...
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Harvard still wants its D.C. sugar daddy
“No government — regardless of which party is in power — should dictate what private universities can teach, whom they can admit and hire, and which areas of study and inquiry they can pursue.” This defiant and bipartisan defense of the purity ...
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Vengeance is the word
As a candidate for president, Donald Trump constantly complained about the “weaponization” of the Justice Department, arguing that its prosecution of him was politically motivated. But as president, Trump has weaponized the entire federal gover...
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Shorts and stops: Taxpayer PBS, NPR, elites, cell phones
DOGE Where is the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) when you need it? Perhaps the work of DOGE has been knocked out of the spotlight by all the hubbub concerning tariffs. There were, however, some headlines that briefly surfaced about ...
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House passes school voucher bill
The Texas House on Thursday passed Gov. Greg Abbott’s school voucher bill after a years-long campaign by the governor and his allies, the Austin American- Statesman reported. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who presides over the Senate, announced Friday ...
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River Bend Golf Association holds local 'Masters' event
The River Bend Golf Association held its “Masters Tournament” in conjunction with the 2025 Masters Tournament in Augusta, Ga. Members had the week to complete two rounds played with a fellow competitor for score. On Friday, April 11, players me...
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Floresville ISD honors students, teacher of the month
Floresville Independent School District trustees (back) join Superintendent Jason Gilstrap (front, 1-r) in recognizing Sheryl Troutman as Floresville High School Teacher of the Month and Students of the Month Jeremiah Carvajal and Marizelle Luc...
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Floresville Chamber welcomes A.S.T.E.P. tutoring services
After School Tutoring Education Program (A.S.T.E.P.), located at 911 Trail St. inside of El Mesias United Methodist Church in Floresville, celebrates its grand opening Feb. 21 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, hosted by the Floresville Chamber of...
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FEDC plans to pilot small business rewards app
[Video below] Shoppers in Floresville will soon be seeing rewards for purchasing from local businesses. The Floresville Economic Development Corp. (FEDC) will pilot a small business rewards program through an app called bludot.io., which incent...
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Expo center revamp: Users cautiously optimistic
“When it’s done, I think it’ll be fine.” Mark Wehe, a member of the Wilson County Junior Livestock Show board of directors, summed up his feelings after a presentation April 15 by Wilson County Judge Hank Whitman, about plans to revamp and expa...
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Emergency Operations Center takes shape
Wilson County Emergency Management Coordinator Cindy Stafford explains the access to the county’s future Emergency Operations Center. While most of the steel and concrete building will be off limits to the public, she told the Wilson County New...
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La Vernia man finds purpose through volunteer work with Red Cross
In a quiet corner of Wilson County, one man’s dedication to service is inspiring both his neighbors and those far beyond Texas. Richard Kimball, a volunteer with the American Red Cross Greater San Antonio Chapter, has become a shining example o...
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Local students volunteer at Texas trash pickup
Students from Stockdale, Floresville, La Vernia, and Poth independent school districts volunteer with the Roger Winkler Memorial Foundation to participate in the Texas AAH 2025 Trash-off. Area students included Bryce Ferrell, Olivia West, Karle...
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HONOR ROLLS
Poth High School Fourth six weeks Ninth grade All A’s: Ismael Gallardo, Caiden Gorzell, Collin Korb, Christian Lingua, Addison Martinez, Brody Neville, Travis Reynolds, William Reynolds, Myla Rodriguez, Tyce Scheffler, Ryder Stover, Caleb Urban...
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Area youth attend Texas 4-H Day at the Capitol
The Texas 4-H Youth Development Program held 4-H Day at the Capitol on March 19, where 253 youth and their family members, alongside Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service employees, spent the day at the State Capitol in Austin. Attendees gat...
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Peanut court has 'berry' good time in Poteet
The Floresville Peanut Festival 2024 “Court of Rooted Legacies” has a “berry” good time April 12 at the 78th annual Strawberry Festival in Poteet. The Children’s Court came out with a big win — first place in the annual parade — and the Royal C...
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HUNTER MORAWIETZ SIGNS WITH TEXAS LUTHERAN COLLEGE
Falls City senior Hunter Morawietz signs his letter of intent April 4 to play football at Texas Lutheran College. He is joined by his parents, Kevin and Melissa, grandfather, and brothers Luke and Cade.
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Beaverettes place second at Regional meet
Falls City High School track and field athletes competed in the Region IV-2A track meet April 18 and 19 in Kingsville.Article Link
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Stockdale tennis athletes compete at District
Stockdale tennis competed in the 26- 3A District tennis tournament in Goliad April 11-12. Results are as follows: Junior varsity Aiden Stavinoha, Boys Singles District Champion Sydney Drzymala, second place, Girls Singles JanieLynne Jimenez, th...
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Junior High Lady Mustangs compete at District
Nixon-Smiley Junior High School girls track competed in the District meet in Goliad April 1. Results are as follows: Seventh grade Ahtziry Espino - second place, 800-meter run Leilah Medina - second place, 300-meter hurdles Ahtziry Espino, Leil...
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Junior High Mustangs make high marks at District
Nixon-Smiley seventh- and eighth-grade Mustangs wrapped up their track and field season when they competed in the District track meet in Goliad April 1. The eighth-grade team earned second place, while the seventh-grade team finished fourth. He...
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Mustangs show resilience despite loss
The Nixon-Smiley varsity Mustangs baseball team faced a tough challenge on Thursday, April 17, against the Poth Pirates, losing 0-10. Despite the loss, the Mustangs demonstrated resilience and strong individual performances that show promise fo...
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Mikesh and Corpus compete at Regionals
Nixon-Smiley High School senior Tristen Mikesh competed April 18 at the Regional track meet at Matador Stadium, in Seguin, in the triple jump event. He finished fourth out of 16, jumping 43’-1/2”. Later in the day, Mikesh and senior Ayanna Corp...
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Softball playoff updates
Congratulations to the following girls softball teams in the Wilson County News coverage area that made the playoffs. Bi-District •East Central v Alexander (Laredo), Thursday, April 24, TBD •La Vernia v Uvalde (best of 3 series) – Game 1: Frida...
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Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustangs punch their ticket to playoffs
The Karnes City Lady Badgers rolled into Nixon on Thursday, April 17, looking to clinch the final spot in the District 26 softball playoffs, but the Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustangs had different thoughts. The Lady Mustangs put up 15 runs on 14 hits,...
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Poth JH track and field athletes make high marks at District
Poth Junior High School track and field athletes competed in the Middle School UIL 3A-District 26 track meet hosted by Goliad High School April 1. Results are as follows: Eighth-grade girls •Team champions,2400 M RunKara Calhoun, fourthMaggie G...
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Poth Pirates and Pirettes advance to State track and field meet
Poth High School track and field athletes competed at the Regional championship meet April 18-19 in Seguin. Senior Aiden Reed placed first in discus and second in shot put. He advances to State in Austin in both events. Larson Dziuk placed thir...
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Tigers receive All-District soccer honors
Congratulations to the following Floresville Tiger soccer athletes for receiving the following All- District honors. Overall DistrictMost Valuable PlayerMax Campos seniorCo-Most ValuablePlayer - ForwardJose Lopez seniorMost ValuablePlayer - Mid...
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Ryland Parker competes in All-Star game
Floresville senior Ryland Parker participated in the S3ABC All-Star game at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio April 13. The 5A-3A boys game was coached by the St. Anthony basketball staff.
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JV Jaguars victorious over Lady Cats in final game of season
The Floresville High School junior varsity Jaguars softball team hosted their last home game for the season April 17 against the Carrizo Springs Lady Cats. The Jaguars struggled during the first couple of innings, but were able to turn on the b...
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Early voting starts today in area school board, school bond, city elections
Early voting begins today, April 22, in the May 3 general elections, and continues through Tuesday, April 29. On the ballot for Wilson County-area voters are elections for: •Floresville City Council — places 3, 4, and 5 •Nixon City Counci...
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Softball playoff updates
Congratulations to the following girls softball teams in the Wilson County News coverage area that made the playoffs. State Semi-Finals •East Central v Clear Springs – best out of 3 series – Game 1: East Central fell to Clear Springs, 7-8, May ...
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Found -- missing La Vernia man
La Vernia police Chief Donald Keil has advised that Ruben Herrera, 50, missing from La Vernia since the weekend, has been located this afternoon in San Antonio and will be picked up by the San Antonio Police Department. Herrera’s car was discov...
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Furred, Finned, - Feathered Friends
Share a photo of your pet! Email reader@wcn-online.com.Article Link
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Library presents 'Stories to Listen To'
The Wilson County Public Libraries invite everyone to participate in the 2025 Summer Reading Program with “Stories to Listen To.” Season One, Episode One of this special story time with the library staff will begin Tuesday, April 22, and contin...
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Enjoy Mid-Texas Symphony 'Ode to Joy'
The Mid-Texas Symphony presents “Ode to Joy” on Sunday, April 27, beginning at 4 p.m., in Jackson Auditorium, 1000 W. Court St. in Seguin. The symphony will be joined by the San Antonio Mastersingers and a quartet of superb soloists to celebrat...
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PHC's next virtual program April 24
Save the date for the next Polish Heritage Center (PHC) at Panna Maria’s virtual program “Fr. Leopold Moczygemba and Fr. Józef Dabrowski: Pioneers in Polish American Education.” The program will be presented by John Radzilowski, Ph.D., of the P...
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Mesquite Trail Drivers plan various events
The Mesquite Trail Drivers Association invites the community out to an Easter Egg Hunt on Friday, April 18, from 10 a.m. to noon, at Mesquite Hall, 11663 Ford Road in Adkins. The association’s 2025 playday series will continue Saturday, April 1...
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Bob Appel to headline May 1 opry
Enjoy some toe-tappin’ tunes at the Floresville Opry on Thursday, May 1, from 6-9:15 p.m. in the Wilson County Expo and Community Center. Doors open at 5 p.m. Don’t miss out on a night filled with classic country music by Bob Appel and the Flor...
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Easter-time inspired carrot cake
This recipe, by Jodie Sultenfuss, will be a great addition to your Easter celebration this year. The recipe can be found on page 147 of the Taste of Floresville Second Edition by the Floresville Chamber of Commerce, which is available for sale ...
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Easter best on front page
Helen Cheever shares a memory of her daughter, Lauren Cheever, in her Easter best from the front page of the April 11, 2001, edition of the Wilson County News. Readers are invited to share memories of the past. Send to elaine@wcn-online.com or ...
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South Texas Home and Garden Show 'Stupendous' door prize winners
Among all the fun at the 2025 South Texas Home and Garden Show was the drawing each hour for seven Stupendous Door Prizes. Each prize tub contained a unique collection of products and items, donated by the more than 100 vendors at the show, hos...
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Local writer Mrs. Julia Castro visits Floresville Musical Club
The sounds of lively Irish music welcomed the ladies of the Floresville Musical Club to the March11 meeting held in the Floresville United Methodist Church Hall. The theme of St. Patrick’s Day was carried out with tables adorned with shamrock t...
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Republican tax cuts for wealthy
Editor: Right now, Republican leaders in Congress are debating a package that would provide .5 trillion in tax cuts to large corporations and billionaires like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg — and they plan to pay for it by cutting essential too...
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Attention needed from GVEC members
Editor: GVEC has urgently requested its members to contact their state representatives to oppose Texas HB 3445 and 3448 sponsored by Drew Darby-R and HB 5604 sponsored by Rafael Anchia-D. The electric co-ops in Texas have allowed Telecom compan...
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We need a rational tariff policy
Editor: Over the years, Congress has yielded trade and tariff policy to the President of the United States. However, Congress still has the power to regulate foreign commerce, impose tariffs, and collect revenue. Congress can take back this pow...
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The marketplace tells the truth
As I watch the turmoil unfolding resulting from the president’s new trade and tariff policy, I wonder how, as a commentator, I can avoid writing about this. But what do I say? What side do I take? Yes, per President Donald Trump, the tariffs ar...
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Trump's toxic reach stops cold at the Canadian border
This trade war with Canada is not the first. Forty-five years ago, Maine potato farmers piled rotten potatoes at their state’s borders with New Brunswick. Blocking nine crossings, the Mainers accused Canada of unfairly subsidizing its potato gr...
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Shorts and stops: Dems, Republicans, Panicans -- and Cornyn
Journalism “Being a journalist means having the audacity to ask the questions others won’t — and the patience to listen to the answers.” — Maria Ressa One problem is that some folks do not like the answers they get in response to the questions ...
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Brahma Special Relays bring winning smiles, cheers
It was a day of cheers, triumph, and laughter, as more than 100 students with special needs from the Stockdale, Nixon-Smiley, Karnes City, and Poth independent school districts gathered April 4 in Bobby Russell Stadium in Stockdale for the Brah...
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ATHLETES ARRIVE TO CHEERS AND ENCOURAGEMENT
The Stockdale Brahmas contingent arrives in Bobby Russell Stadium April 4 for the Brahma Special Relays. See more photos on page 1A, 16A.Art...
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Be a part of the Watermelon Jubilee
Join Stockdale’s biggest tradition — the 81st annual Watermelon Jubilee — on Friday and Saturday, June 20- 21, in the Stockdale City Park. Whether you want to showcase your business by becoming a vendor, sponsoring this exciting event, or joini...
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Stockdale 4-H donates to local first responders
First responders Barbara Welker and Edwin Kiser accept water and snack donations. These items were collected for the local EMS and fire department by the Stockdale 4-H as their April community service project.
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Stockdale One-Act Play advances to Regionals
Stockdale High School One-Act Play competed Wednesday, April 9, in Seguin and earned one of 24 spots at Regionals. Individual awards included All Star Technician Braden Ritchey, Honorable Mention All Star Cast Alex Ray and Brooke Stahl, and All...
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Jacobson honored with Who's Who entry
STOCKDALE — John Christian Jacobson has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, not...
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Think with your head (and a calculator), not with your heart
Dear Dave, How do you feel about the leasing programs automotive manufacturers offer their employees? I’ve listened to your show enough to know you don’t recommend leasing the traditional way through a dealership. Baker Dear Baker, I’d advise i...
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Pastor John Conrad leads county commissioners in prayer
Pastor John Conrad of First Lutheran Church in Floresville delivers the invocation April 14 at the beginning of the Wilson County Commissioners Court meeting. Rev. Conrad has been the pastor in Floresville since 2012.
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The hour has come in God's timing
“The hour has come that the Son of Man should be glorified” (John 12:23). Previously, the time had not been right, but now it was time for Jesus to be glorified through His crucifixion, resurrection, and ascension. These things were necessary b...
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Stop the Bleed event April 22
Big Mike’s Outpost, 1303 Third St. in Floresville, will host a Stop the Bleed clinic on Tuesday, April 22, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Visit bigmikesoutpost.com to register.
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De La Cruz plans mobile hours in Floresville
Staff from U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz’s office will be available to meet with residents on Monday, April 28, from 1-4 p.m., at the Sam Fore Jr. Wilson County Public Library, 1103 Fourth St. in Floresville. Constituents can get assistance with ...
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Guadalupe County Republican Women to meet April 24
On Thursday, April 24, at 11:30 a.m., the Guadalupe County Republican Women will host Sam Pohl, Director of Engagement for the Texas Public Policy Foundation. He will present a legislative update. The luncheon/meeting will be held at the Seguin...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/. Commissioners April 14, FISD April 7, Floresville City Council April 10 Wilson County Commissioners Court Meeting: Regular meeting, April 14, 9-10:03 ...
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POLICE BLOTTER
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Department of Public Safety •M...
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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Kassandra Lara, 31, of San Antonio was originally sentenced in July 2023 to two years in a Texas Department of Criminal Justice fa...
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Wilson County, local cities to receive further opioid settlement payments
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar has announced that he is making another payment to political subdivisions from the Opioid Abatement Trust Fund as part of his work as chairman of the Texas Treasury Safekeeping Trust Company. This transfer of .8 mi...
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Multi-vehicle accident delays traffic north of Elmendorf
Northbound U.S. 181 is shut down April 13 as law enforcement and emergency personnel respond to a multi-vehicle accident, which occurred around noon, just past the junction of Loop 1604 outside of Elmendorf. Traffic was diverted to Kilowatt Roa...
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Homes for Our Troops seeks volunteers for April 26 event
Homes for Our Troops invites volunteers to help with landscaping on Saturday, April 26, at U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Orlando Gill’s future home in Shannon Ridge in Floresville. Gill — who was wounded during his 2004 service in Iraq — is having a spe...
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Patrick Kelly rides again
Patrick Kelly is determined to take on the 400-mile Texas Challenge this year, despite facing a bigger challenge than before. The Texas Challenge is an annual cycling event organized by Project Hero for military veterans and first responders wh...
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Texas job growth continues in February
The Texas labor market continued to achieve record highs for both jobs and the civilian labor force in February. The state added 20,100 positions over the month to reach a total of 14,254,200 nonfarm jobs. Texas added 182,300 jobs from February...
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April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Christina Martinez (center), director of the Children’s Alliance of South Texas, and other child advocates, including Floresville police Chief Anthony Flores, join the Floresville city councilmembers, after the council proclaimed April as Child...
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H-R Block celebrates grand reopening in Floresville
The Floresville Chamber of Commerce hosts a ribbon cutting March 1 to celebrate the grand reopening of H&R Block at its new location in Heritage Plaza at 919 10th St. in Floresville; it was previously located at 935 10th St. To learn more a...
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Early voting starts April 22; watch for Candidates' Forum coming April 23
Early voting in the May 3 local elections starts Tuesday, April 22. Early voting will continue through Tuesday, April 29. See times, and locations for early voting on page 8A. The last day to apply for a ballot by mail is Tuesday, April 22. Are...
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St. Hedwig to address zoning problem with local resident
Residents of a rural St. Hedwig neighborhood hope to get some clarification on an ongoing zoning situation when the city’s municipal court convenes on April 23. Since January, concerned citizens living on and around F.M. 1346 have voiced their ...
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DRT Chapter to meet, shares San Jacinto Day info
The Joshua D. Brown Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas (DRT) will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, April 28, at 10 a.m., in the First United Methodist Church in Kerrville. The speaker will be Jaye Lynn Watson, who will be spea...
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Paxton, Cornyn gear up for primary battle
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton made it official last week, announcing he will challenge U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in next March’s Republican primary. The fireworks already have begun, the Austin American-Statesman reported, with Cornyn calling h...
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Doss Audiology is Floresville Business of the Month
Floresville Chamber of Commerce recognize Doss Audiology April 10 as the chamber’s Business of the Month. Celebrating the honor are (l-r) chamber members Lisa Hernandez and Lora Dolle; Doss Audiology representatives Dr. Ashley Pina, James Doss,...
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Winning smiles abound at Brahma Special Relays
With encouragement from volunteers cheering him on, a young Poth athlete races the track in Bobby Russell Stadium April 4, in the Brahma Special Relays. Special-needs students from Nixon-Smiley, Stockdale, Poth, and Karnes City gathered for the...
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Help police find missing La Vernia man
Update 4/15/2025 – La Vernia police Chief Donald Keil has advised that Ruben Herrera, 50, missing from La Vernia since the weekend, has been located this afternoon in San Antonio and will be picked up by the San Antonio Police Department. Read ...
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New arena among plans for Wilson County Expo and Community Center upgrade
Livestock shows. Car shows. Concerts. Rodeo events. The Wilson County Expo and Community Center — formerly the Wilson County Show Barn — may be able to host all of these, and more. Work is set to begin on the county-owned property, located at 4...
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WHAM homeschool prom May 3
Wilco Homeschool Area Moms (WHAM) invites homeschool students, age 14-18, to attend their second annual Homeschool Prom on Saturday, May 3, from 7-10 p.m. The theme for this years prom is “The Greatest Showman.” The prom will take place at the ...
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Sign up for VBS at Haven Oaks
Signing up early for vacation Bible school (VBS) at Haven Oaks Community Bible Church. Volunteers will be at the Valero station in Sutherland Springs, corner of U.S. 87 and F.M. 539, on Saturday, April 26, from 9-11 a.m. Stop by and find out wh...
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Seguin Art League invites art entries
The Seguin Art League invites artists in grades 9-12 to participate in its 15th annual High School Art Show. Artwork will be accepted on Thursday, May 1, 4-6 p.m., in St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church McKeogh Hall, located at 201 E. Nolte in Seguin...
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Children's coloring contest
The Wilson County News/La Vernia News is having a children’s coloring contest. Children ages 3-13 can enter by coloring the picture supplied in the weekly newspaper. A prize will be awarded for three age groups. Winners will also be published i...
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Wiatrek earns honor society recognition
Jeralyn Wiatrek of Floresville was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Membersh...
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Floresville Junior ROTC cadets place in drill competition
Floresville High School’s Air Force Junior ROTC cadets competed April 5 in the Hal Aaron Memorial Drill Competition in Austin and came home with several honors. The team brought home first place in Sabres Regulation Drill, second in Color Guard...
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Studio C dancers excel at Gravit8 competition to close out season
Dancers from Studio C in Floresville closed out their 2024–25 competition season with a bang at Gravit8 Dance Competition March 28-30 in San Antonio. At Gravit8, routines are scored by adjudication, with award levels ranked from Silver, Gold, H...
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Mustang baseball falls short in District matchups
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs started their week by hosting the Stockdale Brahmas, who were on a four-game losing streak, April 8. However, the Brahmas showed up and shut down the Mustangs with a 14-1 victory. The only run for the Mustangs came fro...
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Lady Mustangs defeat Lady Brahmas, fall to Lady Eagles
The Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustangs softball team hosted the Stockdale Lady Brahmas April 8 and secured an exciting 5-4 victory. It was a total team effort by the Mustangs, and senior catcher Hailee Houseton had an amazing game, going 4-for-5 with t...
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Nixon-Smiley tennis competes at District
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs attended the District tennis match hosted in Goliad April 11-12. They did not have anyone advance to Regionals, but they had a great season, and the students have continued to grow in their game, with the junior varsit...
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Nixon-Smiley powerlifter Cesar Vazquez is National Champion
Nixon-Smiley senior powerlifter Cesar Vazquez attended the NASA High School National Championship Meet in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, April 5. This marks his fourth year competing and his final meet as a high school student, as he will graduate ne...
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Mikesh advances to Regional
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs competed at the Area track meet April 10, at Altair Rice Consolidated ISD. The Mustangs rose to the challenge in Altair, as they competed against athletes from Altair Rice, Edna, El Maton Tidehaven, Columbus, Yoakum, V...
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Falls City track and field athletes sweep District meet
The District 30-2A District track meet was held in Falls City on April 3. Falls City’s track teams swept the meet with the junior varsity girls, varsity girls, junior varsity boys, and varsity boys each winning overall first places. The followi...
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Falls City Beaverettes are Area Champions
Congratulations to the Falls City track and field athletes advancing to compete in Regionals on Friday, April 18, and Saturday, April 19, in Kingsville! Discus - Leah Sekula Long Jump - Keandra Johnson, Kaci Moczygemba, Kenley Wiatrek Triple Ju...
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Poth athletes make high marks at Area
The Poth Pirates and Pirettes traveled to Rice Consolidated on April 10 to compete in the Area meet. In a very competitive meet, the Pirettes placed second overall as a team, falling to Goliad by only 5 points. Congratulations! Poth athletes ad...
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Pirette track and field athletes are District Champions
Poth High School varsity and junior varsity girls track teams competed in the District track meet in Poth April 2-3, both securing District Championship titles. The varsity girls won the District title with 212 points, while Goliad placed secon...
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JV Maroon Tigers overtake Mavericks
The Floresville High School junior varsity Tigers maroon baseball team hosted the Pearsall Mavericks April 8. The evening was a perfect way to end the perfect day. The Mavericks batted first and mustered 2 runs in their half of the inning, but ...
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JV Jaguars fall short to Lady Mavericks
On Tuesday, April 8, the Floresville junior varsity Jaguars hosted Pearsall. The Jaguars struggled at the plate, but held the Pearsall Lady Mavericks off with their strong defensive plays. Mirella Rivera (5) was swift at shortstop making key pl...
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Help find missing La Vernia man
Update 4/15/2025 – La Vernia police Chief Donald Keil has advised that Ruben Herrera, 50, missing from La Vernia since the weekend, has been located this afternoon in San Antonio and will be picked up by the San Antonio Police Department. Read ...
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May 3, 2025 Elections - List of Candidates
List of Candidates for May 3, 2025 Local Elections Election Day: May 3, 2025, 7 am-7 pm Early Voting: April 22-29, 2025 •Floresville City Hall: 1120 D St., Floresville. Weekdays, April 22-28, 8 am-5 pm, and April 29, 8 am-7 pm •Nixon Community ...
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Furred, Finned, - Feathered Friends
Two cunning black felines would have people believe they are two orphaned kittens left in a box on the porch of the Ripps house in San Antonio. However, Cuda, the family cat, recognizes this pair of con artists as the regular freeloaders they a...
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WCRSP meeting April 10
All public-school retirees, as well as active educators, are welcome to attend the Wilson County Retired School Personnel (WCRSP) meeting on Thursday, April 10, at 5:30 p.m. in the United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall at 1205 B St. in Flores...
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H-E-B offers grants to help plant trees across Texas
H-E-B is looking to support nonprofits, municipalities, and civic organizations interested in planting native trees in publicly accessible areas. Through its Trees for Texans program, the retailer is making ,000 grants available for tree-planti...
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Blue Bonnet Club plans for Hope Day, Watermelon Jubilee
The Stockdale Blue Bonnet Club met on Monday, March 17, in the home of Jeanne Henry. The meeting was called to order by President Lana Wilson. Members present were Lana Wilson, Sandy Lynn, Sue McLelland, Gina Deason, Madison Pruski, Ginger Jack...
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Tickets available for 'Derby Day'
Floresville Food Pantry invites the community to its first Derby Day on Saturday, May 3, at the Floresville United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 1205 B St. in Floresville. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Light hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be ...
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Guadalupe County Master Gardener April events
Join Guadalupe County Advanced Master Gardener Peter Hernandez for a seminar on composting on Saturday, April 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The lunch and learn program will be held at Schertz Public Library meeting room one, 798 Schertz Parkway...
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Free Christian concert in Floresville
Enjoy a Christian concert by Rodd and the Boyz performing “Alabanza y Adoración – al estilo Tejano” on Saturday, April 19. This free concert will take place at the Floresville Event Center, 600 S.H. 97 W. in Floresville, from 2-7 p.m. Concessio...
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'Tex' Hill Wing Fiesta Fly-in April 19
The “Tex” Hill Wing of the Commemorative Air Force will celebrate Fiesta with a Fly-In on Saturday, April 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Stinson Field, 8431 Mission Road in San Antonio. Guests will get to see a World War II re-enactments. There w...
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Plan to attend Dark Skies Festival
Join McDonald Observatory Monday through Saturday, April 21-26, for the Dark Skies Festival. In addition to the observatory’s regular public programs, the festival will include special talks, tours, Star Parties, and more. Events will be held a...
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Check out EC Indie Fest!
East Central High School’s Music Business and Entrepreneurship program is hosting Indie Fest 2025 on Friday, April 11. Experience an incredible evening of live music at Patterson Plaza at East Central High School! Organized by the school’s Musi...
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CONTEST WINNERS
Loyal readers visit the Wilson County News office to receive gift certificates or prizes from local businesses, which is their prize for participating in WCN’s “Super Bowl Pick It to Win It” and the “Plant ID Contest” promotional drawings.<...
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FACEBOOK LIVE WINNER
Wilson County News’ WCN Live fans receive their prizes from C Street Gift Shop after commenting during a live broadcast hosted on Facebook every Wednesday at 10 a.m. Stay tuned for the next WCN Live and be sure to comment to be entered in the d...
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Happy birthday, Terry Lowe!
Terry Lowe of La Vernia is surprised March 30 at the cornbread bake-off fundraiser at La Vernia United Methodist Church, when his wife, Lorna, presents him with a tres leches cake to celebrate his birthday. Happy birthday, Terry! (See more phot...
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Country Cooking macaroni salad
With days getting longer and warmer, it’s the perfect time for picnics and outdoor gatherings. This easy salad from Country Cooking with Evelyn is perfect for making your dish the highlight of the day. This great recipe book by Evelyn Timmerman...
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Japanese souvenir of Korean War
Too pretty to mash cigarettes in, this colorful metal ashtray was made in Japan during the Korean war. Below an idyllic scene are the Korean peninsula and the Japanese islands. The English rendition of selected place names suggests it was marke...
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Churches invite the community to celebrate Easter
Easter, Sunday, April 20, is just around the corner. Many area churches are planning Holy Week events beginning on Palm Sunday, April 13, to remember Christ’s Passion and special services to celebrate His Resurrection. Plan now to join these co...
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Kudos for Wilson County News
Editor: Your newspaper has accelerated to a new level of journalistic endeavor. Good stuff. Combining the two was a smart call in efficiency. I hope all your readers appreciate your efforts to accurately and fairly inform as much as I do. You a...
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Call it un-American behavior
Editor: Re: Unacceptable behavior, April 1, 2025 I am uncertain of the point the writer is trying to make. Is it that “fake news” is still being spread or is it that mistakes happen? From the gist of the letter I would tend to believe they may ...
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Ukraine, an independent nation
Editor: Russia and Ukraine can trace their ancestry back to the Vikings from Scandinavia, who loosely ruled over this area in Eastern Europe. Russia and Ukraine have a shared history, but Ukraine’s history is also intertwined with Poland, Lithu...
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Shut down the Department of Education, start free market
A recent report from the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) summarizes results from the most recent National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) — also known as the nation’s report card. The test, given every two years, reports scores of...
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Laura Loomer, advisor to President Trump?
She is a self-styled Islamophobe, a proud white nationalist and a conspiracy theorist. She called 9/11 an “inside job.” She has been banned from Facebook, Instagram, Twitter (pre- Musk), PayPal, Uber, and Lyft, among others, for hate speech and...
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Shorts and stops: Tariffs, tariffs, and more tariffs
Tariffs President Donald Trump’s announcement last week enacting tariffs on imports set off a firestorm of speculation and uncertainty, fueled by his Democrat opponents and the media. But before you pull up the covers and go back to bed, consid...
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Do you know the value of your soul as Jesus does?
A man owned 80 acres of land, some of the best in the county where he lived. The wheat planted was green and looked great, and the price also looked great at .50 a bushel. One of his neighbor’s called him on his cell, “Have you seen your wheat?...
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County, city offices to close for Good Friday observances
In observance of Good Friday on April 18, all city and county offices will be closed, including city halls in Elmendorf, Floresville, La Vernia, Poth, and Stockdale. Additionally, all Wilson County Public Libraries will be closed, including the...
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South Texas Home and Garden Show vendors with 'the most'
Vendors at the 2025 South Texas Home and Garden Show, hosted March 22 in Floresville by the Wilson County News, were invited to enter a special vendor competition to win prizes for being “the most.” Categories included: •Most interactive •Most ...
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Lexi Quinney receives prestigious DPS Chief's Award
Lexi Quinney, the director of support with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Intelligence and Counterterrorism Division (ICT), has been recognized with the DPS Chief’s Award. The award honors her efforts to identify and investigate hu...
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April is Sexual Assault Awareness month
Thriving Hearts Crisis Center Strategic Management Director Bonnie Ramirez (center) holds a proclamation signed by Wilson County Judge Hank Whitman (r) and the county commissioners (back) during their March 24 meeting, declaring April as Sexual...
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Longtime Nixon-Smiley Athletic Director Carlton McKinney retires
Growing up in the city of Nixon, Carlton McKinney never envisioned the path that his life would take. A star on the basketball court for the then-Nixon High School Mustangs, his talents would take him all over the world, earning a living playin...
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Learning 'All About Bugs' in Jackson Nature Park
The weather at Jackson Nature Park on C.R. 401 near Stockdale couldn’t have been more perfect for a little exploring on March 25, when the San Antonio River Authority hosted one of its area park Nature Days, “All About Bugs.” Rebecca Bird and N...
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Comptroller distributes $1.1 billion in monthly sales-tax revenue
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced he will send cities, counties, transit systems, and special purpose districts [post_excerpt].1 billion in local sales-tax allocations for March, 10.2 percent more than in March 2024. These allocations are...
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RSVP for Sept. 5 environmental symposium
Reserve your tickets now for the South Texas Environmental & Conservation Symposium scheduled for Friday, Sept. 5, at the Wilson County Expo and Community Center, 435 S.H. 97 E. in Floresville. The symposium will bring together leading expe...
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Stream cleanup for Geronimo and Alligator creeks April 12
The Geronimo and Alligator Creeks Watershed Partnership will host its 12th annual Spring Stream Cleanup in Seguin and New Braunfels on Saturday, April 12, beginning at 9 a.m. Individuals, volunteer groups, businesses, churches, and other organi...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/. Floresville P&Z April 2, Commissioners April 7, St. Hedwig City Council April 3 Wilson County Commissioners Court Meeting: Special meeting, April ...
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Correction:
The woman with the inflatable bear costume pictured in “Bluebonnets, Bears, and Hometown Pride” April 2 is Donna Supulver, not Diana as stated in the photo caption. Readers can alert the Wilson County News to any errors in news articles by emai...
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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Tony W. Smith, 46, of Floresville was originally sentenced in March 2022 to four years of deferred adjudication community supervis...
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POLICE BLOTTER
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Floresville police •March 25, ...
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INDICTMENTS
The Wilson County Grand Jury met March 11 and returned indictments in 34 cases. The following 14 individuals are among the defendants scheduled for arraignment Jan. 9: •Kelly E. Lambert, 33, and Antonio Ybarra, 39, both of Stockdale, were indic...
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You still need a will
Dear Dave, I’m 26, so I haven’t had time to accumulate a lot of money yet through my career. I do have a good, full-time job, though, and have started saving money. Do I need a will or trust when I’m so young and have so little in terms of asse...
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'Sassy quilters' stitch Quilts of Valor for local veterans
“Our mission is to see that every veteran in Wilson County is wrapped up in a quilt,” said Ginger Cole of the Wilson County Sassy Southern Quilters. Since October 2024, 10 veterans from the Wilson County area have been wrapped in the warm embra...
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CPS transmission line to cross Wilson, Karnes counties
CPS Energy plans to rebuild its existing single-circuit 345kV transmission infrastructure — constructed in the 1970s — into a new double-circuit 345kV transmission infrastructure. The line will connect the CPS Energy Spruce Station in Bexar Cou...
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Appeal court: TEA can release A-F school ratings
A judge with the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled last week that the Texas Education Agency (TEA) can release its 2023 A-F school accountability ratings, the Houston Chronicle reported. The ruling overturned a district judge’s injunction af...
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County Democrats to host candidate meet-and-greet
The Wilson County Democratic Party is hosting a Floresville City Council candidate meet-and-greet on Thursday, April 17, at 6:30 p.m. in the Wilson County Justice Center, 800 10th St. in Floresville. The candidates will present a brief biograph...
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Floresville residential bulk pick up begins April 21
Floresville’s biannual bulk trash and brush pickup is scheduled for Monday through Friday, April 21- 25. Brush and bulk trash must be placed on the ground, not on trailers. There is a 3-cubic-yard limit. Any amount over 3 cubic yards will not b...
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Peanut Festival 'Court of Rooted Legacies' enjoys South Texas Home and Garden Show
Members of the Floresville Peanut Festival 2024 “Court of Rooted Legacies” gather March 22 for a photo with Floresville Mayor Gloria Morales Cantu at the 18th annual South Texas Home and Garden Show in Floresville, hosted by the Wilson County N...
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Drama Kids is March Business of the Month
Drama Kids International is the Floresville Chamber of Commerce Business of the Month for March. Members of the chamber joined Greater San Antonio Area franchise Owner/Director Sandy Detamore, her husband, Tommy, and some of her teachers and st...
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Floresville Planning - Zoning committee opts for 'no action' when considering rezoning amendments
The Floresville Planning and Zoning Committee has decided to take no action to amend zoning or nonconforming-use ordinances. The committee held a special meeting April 2, in response to a Floresville city councilman’s attempt March 27 to initia...
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Floresville honors Rose Holcombe with Spirit of Community Service award
Rose Holcombe, director of the Floresville Food Pantry & Resource Center (center), is surrounded by friends and loved ones as she accepts a Spirit of Community Service award March 27 from Floresville Mayor Gloria Morales Cantu and members o...
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'Sassy' quilters create Quilts of Valor
Tammy Almaguer of La Vernia, a U.S. Army veteran, receives a Quilt of Valor March 31 created and presented by members of the Wilson County Sassy Southern Quilters, including Roxanne Brehmer (left). Read full story on page 10A.
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Running for office May 3? Deadline April 16 to enter WCN 'Candidates Forum'
The Wilson County News invites candidates facing opposition for area city council, school board, and other seats on the May 3 ballots to participate in our print “Candidates’ Forum.” There is no charge for inclusion in the Candidates’ Forum, pl...
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Police arrest four for Floresville man's murder
Four men have been arrested for the shooting death March 28 of a man in Floresville. Floresville Police Department officers responded to a call for a man lying on the ground around 1 a.m. that day, and found Paul “Bizzy” Arevalos, 37, dead from...
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Help police find La Vernia girl
Carolina Perez, 16, has been missing since March 12, and the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office invites help from the public to find her. Carolina was last seen getting into a vehicle around 6 p.m. March 12 as she left her job at Dairy Queen in La V...
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New marker honors Rancho de Pataguilla
Wilson County historians Allen Kosub (left) and Maurine Liles unveil the Rancho de Pataguilla historical marker April 5 during a dedication ceremony in the Wilson County Courthouse. Pataguilla — the rancho of Mission San Juan Capistrano in the ...
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Nixon-Smiley Junior High baseball, softball get started in Nixon
Junior High baseball and softball both kicked off this past week in Nixon! Nixon- Smiley Coach Mulanex, who leads the junior high softball program, said, “These girls came out enthusiastic and ready to play in their first junior high softball g...
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Lady Mustangs softball update
The Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustangs softball team hosted the Poth Pirettes on April 1 and lost 3-18. They traveled to Goliad on April 4 for the teams’ second meeting this season, finishing without any runs on 2 hits, while Goliad scored 13 runs on 1...
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Mustang golf competes in District tournament
The Nixon-Smiley golf team traveled to Pleasanton Country Club to compete in the District 26-3A golf tournament March 31. The course was in prime condition and ready for action as the Mustangs, made up of 8 boys and 2 girls, teed off. The boys’...
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Mustangs fall to Poth Pirates, Goliad Tigers
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs varsity baseball team hosted the Poth Pirates April 1 for their first matchup of the season. Sophomore Nehemiah Alvarez went 1-for-3 with one double, which marked his first double of the season. Unfortunately, the Must...
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Mustang track and field athletes advance to Area
The Nixon-Smiley Mustang track and field teams competed at their District track meet in Poth April 2 and 3. They have worked incredibly hard throughout the season, and their efforts paid off. “We are extremely proud of all these kids for giving...
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Poth throwers advance to Area
Poth High School hosted the District track meet April 2-3. The Poth discus team got busy on day one, April 2, by making a clean sweep and securing first, second, and third places. Placing first, second, and third, respectively, were Pirates Aid...
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Brahma varsity tennis competes in Port Aransas
Stockdale High School varsity tennis competed in Port Aransas March 31. This was their last tournament before the District competition scheduled for April 11- 12 in Goliad.
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Floresville track and field competes in District meet in Somerset
Floresville track and field athletes competed in the District track meet in Somerset April 2-3. The varsity boys secured the District Championship title. Varsity girls were named the District runner up. The junior varsity girls team also secure...
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Eighth-grade Tiger soccer completes season
The Floresville Middle School eighth-grade boys soccer team completed their season last week. The boys played their final game of the season against Terrell Wells and won, 2-0, March 31. On April 3, the boys competed in the first round of the s...
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Running for office May 3? Deadline April 16 to enter WCN 'Candidates' Forum'
The Wilson County News invites candidates facing opposition for area city council, school board, and other seats on the May 3 ballots to participate in our print “Candidates’ Forum.” There is no charge for inclusion in the Candidates’ Forum, pl...
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Help find missing La Vernia teen
The Bexar County Sheriff's Office invites help from the public to locate a missing La Vernia teenager. Carolina Perez, 16, has been missing since March 12. She was last seen getting into a vehicle around 6 p.m that evening as she left her job, ...
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Rancho de Pataguilla marker dedication moves to Wilson County Courthouse
Due to potential inclement weather, the historical marker dedication for the Rancho de Pataguilla in Floresville this Saturday, April 5, is moving indoors. “The forecast for Saturday looks like we can expect rain or thunderstorms,” said Wilson ...
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Ministerial Alliance wants to bring .Night to Shine' to Floresville
Susan Schwartz with Stomping Ground Day Services and Dr. Claude Hungerford with the La Vernia Ministerial Alliance ask the Floresville City Council March 27 for use of the Floresville Event Center for a “Night to Shine” prom event. Night to Shi...
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Man's quick thinking saves roommate's life
“He saved my life.” John Camarillo wants the world to know how much he appreciates the quick thinking of Trace Detmar. The two men were assigned as roommates at Country Care Manor Nursing Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation in La Vernia. Both we...
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Police arrest suspects for Floresville man's murder
Four men are in custody for the shooting death March 28 of a man in Floresville. Paul Arevalos was discovered around 1 a.m. last Friday by Floresville Police Department officers responding to a call for a man lying on the ground. Officers disco...
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Furred, Finned, - Feathered Friends
Share your pet; email reader@lavernianews.com.Article Link
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Enjoy kite fest in Austin April 5
Let your imagination take flight at the 97th ABC Kite Fest on Saturday, April 5, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Zilker Park, 2100 Barton Springs Road in Austin. Held every spring, the ABC Kite Fest is an Austin family-friendly tradition. The festiv...
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WT A-M alums to tour San Antonio River
West Texas (WT) A&M University alumni in the greater San Antonio area are invited to gather Friday, April 11, for an evening of networking at one of the city’s most iconic locations. The WT Alumni Association will host alumni for a tour of ...
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Enjoy Great Texas Freedom Fest at JBSA
Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA)-Fort Sam Houston invites the public to The Great Texas Freedom Fest on Saturday, April 12, from 3-9:30 p.m., at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience live music, en...
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Master Gardeners to meet April 10
The Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, April 10, from 6-7:30 p.m. This month’s presentation will be “Children in the Garden” by Dr. Tommy Myrick. He will share how to help children discover and...
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Enjoy Cattle Country Festival in Gonzales
The Cattle Country Festival, happening Thursday through Saturday, April 10-12, in Gonzales, announces several exciting additions to this year’s festival, including an expanded powerhouse lineup, an official festival chef, themed nights, new pre...
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Celebrate 'Festival of Life' in Seguin
Come celebrate the “Festival of Life” with South Texas Pregnancy Care Center at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1015 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The festival is a free community event on Saturday, April 12, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the whole famil...
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0:47
Celebrate Mesquite Trail Drivers 60th anniversary
Join the Mesquite Trail Drivers in celebrating their 60th annual Anniversary Ride and Dance on Saturday, April 5, at Mesquite Hall, 11663 Ford Road in Adkins. A Round Robin ride will leave the hall at 9 a.m. Member fees are per family or for ...
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Barbecue fundraiser to benefit Blackhill VFD
Pick up a barbecue plate Sunday, April 6, at the Blackhill Community Building, 2667 F.M. 478 west of Floresville, beginning at 11 a.m. The plate will include barbecue brisket and sausage and sides for . Plates are available only for pick up by ...
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Enjoy this vintage recipe for oatmeal cake
Here is an oatmeal cake recipe shared by Wilson County News reporter Gregory Ripps. It was handwritten on a slender sheet of paper by his grandmother, Lochellen Douglas, probably in the 1950s. “Since I didn’t find that she had recorded many rec...
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Remembering when Espada Mission had a school
Members of the Ripps family don their Espada Mission School Band uniforms for a photo with their instruments in about 1929. The oldest, Cornelius (third from right), was the father of Wilson County News reporter Gregory Ripps, who shared this p...
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Wilson County News presents the South Texas Home and Garden Show
Save the date for next year’s show, Saturday, March 21, 2026!Article Link
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Unacceptable behavior
Editor: Americans need to wake up to what is happening to our country and the unnecessary and unpatriotic action taken by the current administration. The DEI purge that temporarily removed the names of notables buried at Arlington National Ceme...
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1:42
Development will impact residents
Editor: Re: “County: Heritage Woods won’t be a ‘trailer park,’” March 26 As the owner and manager of the largest neighboring property to the new Heritage Woods subdivision, I, and other adjacent landowners, have been monitoring this development...
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1:58
Fix SS with American principles
The speed and seriousness with which Donald Trump is shaking up Washington has everyone’s head spinning. If the president called me and asked my advice how he should explain to the American people what he is doing, I would say he should tell ev...
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Signal chat is much worse than her emails
Even in a political environment marked by daily scandal and outrage, the revelation of a reckless and stupid security breach by President Donald Trump’s top Cabinet members exploded last week. The potentially catastrophic leak of a top-secret m...
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4:57
Shorts and stops: The weather report and Public Broadcasting
The big news in our neck of the woods for the past week was about … the … weather!!! Actually, for two weeks we had been bombarded with headlines of a “chance for rain coming soon.” In the midst of an extended drought and hot temperatures alrea...
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3:34
Texas breaks record for total jobs
Gov. Greg Abbott on March 28 celebrated Texas again leading all states for jobs added over the last 12 months based on February 2025 employment data. Texas also broke all previous records for total jobs, the number of Texans working, and the si...
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Beasley family transforms tragedy to hope
“Addiction is an equal opportunity destroyer,” said Kim Beasley, reflecting on the last decade of her life as she watched her 26-year-old daughter, Brianna, spiral in and out of sobriety from drugs addiction. Brianna lost her battle with addict...
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Residents enjoy Falls City Market
Jeannette Wiggins of Falls City (left) shops with vendor Cynthia Garcia of Adkins during the sixth annual Falls City Market Day Spring Craft Show on March 15 in the Falls City Community Hall in Falls City. Garcia and her mother, Mary Martinez, ...
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Shoppers browse La Vernia Market Days
Vendors and shoppers enjoy the shade of the canopy March 22, during La Vernia Market Days in the La Vernia City Park. The market takes place on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. For information, visit https://laverniamarketdays.com/...
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Pastor Chris Kirkham leads Commissioners Court in prayer
Pastor Chris Kirkham of the Wilson County Cowboy Church (center) delivers the invocation as the Wilson County Commissioners Court gathers for its March 24 meeting. Kirkham is the senior pastor of the Wilson County Cowboy Church, which had its h...
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WCRSP attend Day at the Capital
Members of Wilson County Retired School Personnel (WCRSP) attend the Texas Retired Teachers Association’s Day at the Capitol on March 26. Members visited the House and Senate as well as met with legislators in person. They thanked legislators f...
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He's going to need you in his life
Dear Dave, My wife and I are going through a divorce, and she just had our first child. Under the circumstances, I feel it’s my responsibility to take care of her for a while longer, and to put her and our son in a safe, new vehicle. She’s driv...
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Old friends and the Masters
The game of golf has many rituals that must be observed. For example, the player who won the previous hole gets to hit first off the next tee. “Having the honors” is part of the fabric of the game. The ritual of stepping off the distance to det...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/category/video-vault Floresville ISD Mar. 26, Floresville City Council Mar. 27, La Vernia ISD Mar. 24 East Central Independent School District Meeting: Regular meeting, ...
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Who let the snake in? Sin by any other name is still sin
A student came into the principal’s office one day with a surprise. “Excuse me, but there’s a snake in the hallway.” “What?” the principal asked. “Yeah! A snake, right outside your office door!” The principal opened the door, and sure enough, t...
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'Us against them' -- How adolescents are vulnerable to recruitment by extremist groups via games, social media
[Video below] Low self-esteem. Lack of belonging. Feeling rejected by peers or society. These are signs that domestic extremists are looking for from children posting online. These mental health struggles can contribute to youth becoming victim...
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Texas labor market growth continues into 2025
The Texas labor market achieved new record highs for both jobs and the civilian labor force in January. The state added 27,900 positions over the month, reaching a total of 14,236,400 nonfarm jobs. Texas added 187,700 jobs from January 2024 to ...
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POLICE BLOTTER
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Wilson County Sheriff’s Office...
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January jobless rate rises to 3.6 percent in Wilson County
Workforce Solutions Alamo reports the January 2025 unadjusted unemployment rate for Wilson County is 3.6 percent, increasing from 3.1 percent in December 2024. Wilson County’s December rate is lower than the 3.8 percent unemployment rate for th...
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Police identify suspects in River Bend burglaries; two in custody
Floresville police have begun making arrests related to burglaries, thefts, and other crimes in the River Bend subdivision in Floresville. The Floresville Police Department’s Criminal Investigative Division pursued investigations after the subd...
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Operation Lone Star Task Force combats crime in county
Last week, Wilson County hosted the Operation Lone Star Task Force, a collaborative effort involving 55 law-enforcement agencies statewide. The task force aims to combat narcotics activity and smuggling operations in Wilson County, enhancing pu...
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Raise child abuse awareness April 7-11
April is Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month. Raise the spirits of those who have survived child abuse by showing your support with CAST-CAC’s Spirit Week, Monday through Friday, April 7-11. Spirit Week themes are: •Monday, “Sock It” to chil...
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Weigh in on Wilson County hazard mitigation plan
Wilson County is in the final stages of updating its Mitigation Plan and would appreciate any feedback from the public. View the plan at Wilson County Draft HMAP Public Copy: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/86lo4hhp5yo9hzwygsio1/Draft-Wilson-Cou...
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District 2 Emergency Services gets $25K for protective equipment
On March 5, 2025, Texas A&M Forest Service, through the Rural Volunteer Fire Department (VFD) Assistance Program, has awarded 94 grants totaling .1 million. Grants proposed at this meeting will assist VFDs across Texas in purchasing equipme...
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Senate bill would curb home insurance rates without approval
Lawmakers in the Texas Senate are considering a measure that would require home insurers to get approval from regulators before increasing rates more than 10 percent, the Houston Chronicle reported. The bill, sponsored by state Sen. Charles Sch...
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PLAY BALL!
Guided by a coach, a Little Leaguer lines up the bat March 22, during a T-ball game on Floresville Little League’s opening day. See more photos on page 10B.Article Link...
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FISD honors teacher, students of the month
Floresville Independent School District trustees (back) join Superintendent Jason Gilstrap (front, 1-r) in recognizing Kyler Van Benthem and Camille Cain as Floresville Middle School’s Students of the Month, and Layla Smith as Teacher of the Mo...
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Floresville discusses rezoning denial, considers future path
[Video below] A collision repair business property in Floresville could get rezoned after all, but not at the request of the business owner. The Floresville City Council denied the owner’s original request in February, amid “confusion” related ...
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Stockdale teen shoots brother, faces murder charge
A 17-year-old from Stockdale is in the Wilson County Jail on a [post_excerpt] million bond, charged with murdering his brother. Wilson County Sheriff’s Office personnel responded around 10:30 p.m. March 27 to a report of an accidental shooting ...
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Floresville council may consider Rise Broadband fiber project continuation
[Video below] Broadband may be given the OK to resume the fiber Internet project which led to a gas explosion in Floresville last July. The fiber Internet company sought permission from the Floresville City Council March 27 to resume its fiber ...
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Celebrating spring in La Vernia
Playing a Revolutionary War-era tune, members of the American Heritage 1775 Fife & Drum Corps are a splendid sight March 29 in the La Vernia Lions Club’s Bluebonnet Parade. The parade theme was “Hometown Pride.” See more photos on page 3A. ...
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Register now for Texas historical camps
Fun and learning don’t have to stop when the bell rings on the last day of school. The Texas Historical Commission’s State Historic Sites have plenty of opportunities for young historians to bring the past to life with a unique blend of educati...
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Jaylee Jarzombek earns honor society admission
Jaylee Jarzombek of Floresville was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at Texas A&M University. Membership into the honor s...
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Floresville High School welders to compete in WELDWARS
Floresville High School welding students will compete this month in WELDWARS, hosted by Ancora Education, a leading workforce training and solutions provider, at its South Texas Vocational Technical Institute (STVT) campus in San Antonio on Sat...
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Registration open for 'The Broadway Project'
Step into the spotlight this summer with The Broadway Project, a fun and creative musical theatre camp designed for kids ages six to 13. The camp will take place Monday through Friday, June 23- 27, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Charline McCombs ...
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Play ball! Floresville Little League begins 2025 season
Spring not only brings Texas wildflowers. It also brings the sound of hardwood on leather, as Little League teams begin their new season. Floresville’s Little League held its opening day on Saturday morning, March 22, and what a great day it wa...
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Mustangs victorious over Eagles, fall short to Badgers
This past week, the Nixon-Smiley baseball program hosted the Luling Eagles on March 25, and got a much-needed District win. The Mustangs avenged their loss from last season, a close 7-8, and beat the Eagles 5-3. Pitching for the Mustangs were s...
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Nixon-Smiley track competes in Runge
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs track and field teams traveled to Runge on March 26. The meet was cut short for the Mustangs due to bad weather, but the teams still had success in field events. The District track meet will be in Poth Wednesday and Th...
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Nixon-Smiley boys, girls golf nears District play
Nixon-Smiley High School boys and girls golf teams participated in the Cougar Invitational at the Ft. Sam Golf Course this past week. The boys’ team teed off March 24 and the girls’ team played on March 26. The boys tackled the La Loma course w...
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Lady Mustangs bounce back against Lady Badgers
The Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustangs softball team traveled to Karnes City March 28 to face the Lady Badgers in a District contest, after losing to the Luling Lady Eagles at home March 25, 8-22. Head Coach Ben Donahoe stated that his goal for the gam...
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Cooper Warrick achieves PR in Southlake
Stockdale High School sophomore Cooper Warrick competed March 22 in the 2025 Texas Distance Festival in Southlake, Texas. He ran in the 3200-meter race with a time of 10:05, which is a new personal record for Cooper. Congratulations!
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Pirates overcome Brahmas, 8-4
Poth High School varsity Pirates baseball team hosted the Stockdale Brahmas March 25 and secured an 8-4 win. Game highlights include: •Pirate junior Lucas Trevino collected three hits in three at-bats. Trevino singled in the third, fourth, and ...
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Fatal shooting in Stockdale; teen in custody
A 17-year-old male is in custody, following a shooting March 27 in Stockdale. According to the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a call for an accidental shooting in the 100 block of U.S. 87 E. late Thursday night. They foun...
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Shooting leaves one man dead in Floresville
The Floresville Police Department has confirmed a homicide in the city overnight. According to police Chief Anthony Flores, an incident occurred about 1 a.m. this morning at Standish Street (S.H. 97) and Haddox Alley. Police confirm a man in hi...
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Forecast for heavy rain prompts flood watch for Wilson County, surrounding areas
The National Weather Service-Austin/San Antonio has issued a Flood Watch through Friday morning, March 28, for Atascosa, Wilson, Karnes, Gonzales, De Witt, and Lavaca counties. This is due to several rounds of heavy rain moving in, caused by ab...
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Floresville ISD presents $95 million bond information
[Video below] The Floresville Independent School District (ISD) has hosted the first of three bond meetings to provide information on the district’s million bond election. Presented by Superintendent Jason Gilstrap, along with Sledge Engineeri...
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S.S. Water Supply restricts outdoor water use; well repairs are underway near La Vernia
The S.S. Water Supply Corp. in eastern and central Wilson County has implemented restrictions for outdoor water use this week, as two of the corporation’s wells that serve the Ranch Country area off U.S. 87 near La Vernia are out of service as ...
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Police pursue undocumented alien in Poth
One man is in custody, and another has vanished, following a police pursuit last week in Poth. Around 5 p.m. March 20, a Poth Police Department officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on U.S. 181 in Poth for a minor traffic violation, acc...
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Greater home availability in 2024 gave Texas buyers more choices
Texas home sales and prices remained steady in 2024, with small overall increases, according to the 2024 Texas Real Estate Year in Review report released today by Texas Realtors®. The number of listings and average days on the market increased ...
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Ways to discuss your mental health with others
It can be frustrating to struggle with your mental health and to get your family and friends to understand where you are coming from. Although most people may be understanding, there is usually one or two people who will make things more challe...
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Furred, Finned, - Feathered Friends
Share your pet; email reader@lavernianews.com.Article Link
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Cline Mangum is top shot in Buc Days Clays
Congratulations to Cline Mangum with the Poth FFA! He earned the Grand Champion title and [post_excerpt],500 in the Buc Days Clays 4-H Shoot Feb. 22-23 at the Corpus Christi Gun Club.
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Poth welcomes alumna Kara Lucherk as head volleyball coach
Kara Lucherk has been selected as the new head volleyball coach for the Poth Independent School District. Coach Lucherk was set to be introduced to the district trustees at their March 24 meeting. A 2010 Poth High School graduate, Lucherk was a...
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Chasing Cans for Kids to benefit Christus Children's Foundation
Cowboy Fellowship Church is hosting Chasing Cans for Kids on Saturday, April 12, benefiting Christus Children’s Foundation. The event will be held at the church arena located at 561 F.M. 3350 in Jourdanton. Books open at 8:30 a.m. Exhibition ru...
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Sign up for Cooking Well with Diabetes class
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension-Wilson County Agent Nicole Demmer will offer Cooking Well with Diabetes, a free diabetes educational program. The program will be a two-session instructional class on Tuesdays, April 8 and 15, from 10 a.m. until...
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Attend East Central Foundation Golden Legacy Gala April 12
The East Central School Foundation’s 22nd annual Golden Legacy Gala takes place on Saturday, April 12, at the Freeman Coliseum Expo Hall A, 3201 E. Houston St. in San Antonio. Check-in begins at 5:30 p.m. The event will take place from 6-10:30 ...
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'Unwind Your Drawing Skills' at Seguin Art League
Seguin Art League’s “Unwind Your Drawing Skills” class on Friday, April 11, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., will allow artist to slow down, observe, and practice their drawing skills. This class will concentrate on texture from smooth to rough and various...
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Plant sale April 5
The Native Plant Society of Texas Guadalupe Chapter will have a Plant Sale on Saturday, April 5, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. or until sold out, at the First Presbyterian Church, 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-560-6557.<...
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Plant sale and house tours at Polley Mansion
Guadalupe County Master Gardeners will have a Plant Sale on Saturday, April 5, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Polley Mansion, 11432 F.M. 539 outside of La Vernia. Polley Mansion house tours will also be available.
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Kaleo Academy presents 'Willy Wonka Jr.'
Join Kaleo Academy for an experience of pure imagination in “Willy Wonka Jr.” on Thursday and Friday, April 3 and 4, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, April 5, at 2 p.m. The performance will follow Charlie Bucket on an epic adventure bringing all the ico...
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Briscoe Night of Artists coming soon
The Briscoe Western Art Museum presents the 2025 Night of Artists Exhibition and Sale, a premier celebration of the American West and one of the nation’s leading Western art events. Taking place Friday and Saturday, March 28-29, this year’s eve...
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Kenedy Market Day April 5
Hop on over for a day of fun at the Kenedy Market Day on Saturday, April 5! Stop by Joe Gulley Park, 398 Bellaire Blvd. in Kenedy, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. to see a wide variety of local vendors and unique goods. Shoppers can also enjoy food t...
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Enjoy St. Ann Casino Night April 4
Get your tickets for a Casino Night on Friday, April 4, benefiting the Youth Ministry of St. Ann Catholic Church in La Vernia. The event will take place at The Copper Door Events Center, 302 FM 1346 in La Vernia. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the...
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Mariachi camp registration begins April 1
The Mariachi Extravaganza Summer Vocal Camp returns to San Antonio Monday through Friday, June 23- 27, at the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts. This week-long program focuses on helping mariachi students with vocal and stage performance thr...
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