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Resident has change of heart on commercial plan
[Video below] An individual poised to turn a residential spot on Sunnyside Road in Floresville into a vehicle storage business has retracted his application after hearing concerns from his neighbors. Sunnyside residents attended the Dec. 3 meet...
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MEETING WATCH
WCN “Meeting Watches” present highlights from recent meetings of some area entities; not all entities, or their actions or discussions, are included here. View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-covera...
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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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Derek Gaudlitz offers insights on San Antonio River Authority
This article provides readers with an opportunity to learn about the unique insights and experiences of San Antonio River Authority Board of Directors member Derek Gaudlitz of Floresville, who represents Wilson County. What were your goals and ...
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Master Gardeners promote spring garden prep during fall
November was a busy month for the Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners (WCEMG). This month, Master Gardener Robert Creech and other Master Gardeners and Interns collaborated with the Floresville Conviva Care Center, leading educational conv...
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Supreme Court upholds state's redrawn congressional map
The U.S. Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision to reverse a lower court’s ruling and uphold the mid-decade redrawn congressional map for Texas sent candidates scrambling to file or opt to retire with the filing deadline on Monday, Dec. 8. The map is lik...
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Pipeline leaks gas in downtown Floresville
The city of Floresville advised people in the downtown area Thursday of a damaged gas pipeline at the corner of Fourth and A streets. After a work crew of a contractor with CenterPoint Energy clipped the a cap on the gas line at around&nb...
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Pipeline leaks gas in downtown Floresville
The city of Floresville advised people in the downtown area Thursday of a damaged gas pipeline at the corner of Fourth and A streets. With the smell of gas hanging heavy in the air, a work crew was still digging under the pavement at 1 p.m. to ...
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Furred, Finned, - Feathered Friends
Share your pet or friend; email reader@lavernianews.com.Article Link
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'County Line Community Band' Christmas concert Dec. 14
Join the “County Line Community Band” for its “Holiday Magic” performance on Sunday, Dec. 14, 3 p.m., at The Rock United Methodist Church. Admission is free. The Rock United Methodist Church is located at 1784 E. Loop 1604 S. in St. Hedwig....
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Sign up for Dec. 13 Snowflake Class
Learn to step up your decorating game with a class on cutting snowflakes from paper on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 1-3 p.m. at the Seguin Art League Gallery. Students must be 18 years or older. Cost to attend is and includes supplies. Class size i...
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Master Gardeners to hold plant sale Dec. 13 in Stockdale
Head to the Stockdale Public Library on Saturday, Dec. 13, for a plant sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. during Mistletoe on Main. Hosted by the Wilson County Master Gardeners, plant lovers can come to buy or trade rooted cuttings. Master Gardeners w...
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Christmas party with Dale Watson Dec. 13
Join RoundUp4Charity for a Christmas Party on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 7-10:30 p.m., at Martinez Social Club, 7791 F.M. 1346 in San Antonio. Music will be provided by Dale Watson with “Cactus Country.” General admission may be purchased online f...
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Holiday Home Tour in Seguin
The Seguin Conservation Society proudly presents the 32nd annual Holiday Home Tour on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 1-5 p.m. This year’s self-guided tour includes grand dames from the late 1800s, craftsman bungalows, the Sebastopol House limecrete st...
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Enjoy Christmas at the Alamo in December
Get into the holiday spirit with a series of free, family-friendly events at the Alamo on Saturdays in December: •Dec. 6 — Cowboy Santa Visits the Alamo, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Take the family for this memorable photo opportunity on Alamo Plaza. •De...
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Beethoven Damenchor to host German Christmas market Dec. 6
Experience a traditional German Christmas outdoor market at the Christkindlmarkt on Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Beethoven Halle und Garten, 422 Pereida St. near South Alamo Street in San Antonio between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. This family event, sponso...
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Seniors invited to Dec. 9 Christmas Dance
Seniors, get your dancing boots ready for the second annual Senior Christmas Celebration, on Tuesday, Dec. 9, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hosted by the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office, the dance will be held at the Wilson County Expo and Community Ce...
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Falls City Hall welcomes back 'Cactus Country' Dec. 6
Dance the night away to the music of “Cactus Country” at the Falls City Community Hall on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 8 p.m. to midnight. Enjoy a family friendly local venue that’s continuing the small-town Saturday night dancehall tradition. The ha...
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Elmendorf's Christmas in the Park Dec. 6
Mark your calendars and get ready to kick off the holiday season with the city of Elmendorf’s annual Christmas in the Park Parade on Saturday, Dec. 6, at noon. Gather your friends and family and secure a spot along Old Corpus Christi Road, star...
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Get merry at Stockdale's Mistletoe on Main Dec. 13
The Stockdale Chamber of Commerce and the Masonic Lodge invite all to Mistletoe on Main, Saturday, Dec. 13, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Main Street in Stockdale. The Stockdale Masonic Lodge No. 470, located at 105 Main St., will kick things off wi...
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Kenedy Market Day to host 'Christmas Spectacular'
Shop the Kenedy Market Day Saturday, Dec. 6, and enjoy a “Christmas Spectacular.” The event, in Joe Gulley Park at 398 Bellaire Blvd. in Kenedy, offers lots of family fun from 2-7 p.m. Browse the wares by local vendors, enjoy music and deliciou...
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Enjoy Sacred Heart purse bingo Dec. 7
Sacred Heart Catholic School will host a purse bingo fundraiser Sunday, Dec. 7, from 1-7 p.m. in Sacred Heart Catholic Church parish hall in Floresville. Individual tickets are . Reserved tables are available for 0, and VIP Experience tickets m...
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A 21st-century take on an 18th-century gingerbread recipe
Gingerbread is synonymous with the Christmas season — from the spices to gingerbread houses and gingerbread men. An 18th-century recipe — from Hannah Glasse in The Art of Cookery Made Plain and Simple in 1796 — advises bakers to: Take three pou...
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Photo shows how kids used to have fun
It’s an intriguing photograph of children playing sometime in the first part of the 20th century. Wilson County News reporter Gregory Ripps’ late grandmother thankfully labeled the back of many of her family’s photographs. Almost every one has ...
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Be aware of new laws going into effect
Editor: Several new Texas laws go into effect this December and January. Strong communities start with informed voters, and these changes impact our schools, our public safety, and our families. Effective Dec. 4: • House Bill 8 — transforms the...
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Perspective of newly elected trustee of FISD
Editor: Twenty-nine years after retiring as a teacher from Floresville High School, I returned to serve as a trustee. In the intervening interval, I had a real estate career, medical interventions, and became a member of John Q. Public. I know ...
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Rahm Emanuel sounding like a Republican
Rahm Emanuel wants to take leadership of the Democratic Party and capture its nomination for president in 2028. He shares his thoughts in a recent Wall Street Journal op-ed. It’s the first time a Democrat has made me smile since President Bill ...
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Trump's war on drugs could be lunacy
Since President Richard Nixon declared a “War on Drugs” in 1971, federal, state and local governments have spent an estimated [post_excerpt] trillion fighting it — and losing. Donald Trump now seems fully engaged in that futile conflict, adding...
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Shorts and stops: Making America healthy, super recycling
MAHA “President Trump’s Executive Order 14212 established the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to address the nation’s escalating childhood chron...
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Karnes Electric Co-op employees gather to give back
On Oct. 13, the Karnes Electric Co-op team came together for All-Employee Day with a shared purpose: giving back to the community. Employees proudly partnered with local organizations to take part in a variety of service projects, demonstrating...
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God's love endures forever
Psalm 100: “Make a joyful shout to the LORD, all you lands! Serve the LORD with gladness; Come before His presence with singing. Know that the LORD, He is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; We are His people and the sheep of H...
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Dance at fundraiser to help Falls City Community Hall
The Falls City Community Hall is selling tickets for a New Year’s Eve Fundraiser to be held on Wednesday, Dec.31, at the New Year’s Eve Dance. Prizes include a K Polaris gift certificate, a shotgun valued at [post_excerpt],500, and four gift ca...
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Fill Country Care Manor 'wish list' by Dec. 12
Help make the season merry and bright for residents of Country Care Manor Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation by donating items on the nursing home’s “wish list”! Donations of the following are invited: •Tablet computers or iPads (new or gently ...
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Drop off toys at Bubba's for Elmendorf 'Blue Santa'
Through Saturday, Dec. 20, you can get a free 12-inch pizza at Bubba’s 33 restaurant on S.E. Military Drive in San Antonio by donating a toy for the Elmendorf “Blue Santa” event. Formerly the Flores Christmas Event, hosted by Larry and Frances ...
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New STEM Center opens in Falls City ISD
The Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation, partnering with a coalition of energy industry companies, proudly announces the launch of two new STEM Center programs in the Eagle Ford region — at Luther Thomas Elementary School in Falls City and Yorktown Junio...
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Residents dispose of hazardous household waste
Volunteers sort and stack paint, varnish, solvents, cleaners, chemicals, and other material Nov. 22 to be safely disposed of, during the household hazardous waste event hosted by the San Antonio River Authority at the Wilson County Expo and Com...
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U.S. House of Representatives honors Wilson County News
The Wilson County News receives recognition on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives Nov. 20, as Rep. Monica De La Cruz shares the history and mission of the Floresville-based newspaper that serves communities and residents of Wilson C...
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Colorful new mural brightens walls, lifts spirits in downtown Floresville
A new mural is taking shape in Floresville, thanks to muralist Rosy Rosalba McCain of Canvas Kids/Mixed Media by Rosalba, the Wilson County Beautification Association, Floresville Beautiful, many volunteers, and generous sponsors, including the...
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MEETING WATCH
WCN “Meeting Watches” present highlights from recent meetings of some area entities; not all entities, or their actions or discussions, are included here. These entities also met recently: •Poth City Council, Nov. 24 View WCN’s video coverage o...
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Jensen graduates from Navy basic training
Scott Jensen Jr. graduated Oct. 30 from U.S. Navy basic training. He completed his basic training at Naval Station Great Lakes near Chicago, Ill. The sailor is the son of Scott Jensen Sr. and Julia Salas.
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County Democrats to host Kendal Scudder Dec. 6
The Wilson County Democratic Party will host Texas Democratic Party Chairman Kendal Scudder at a special meeting on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 12 p.m. in the Wilson County Justice Center conference room; the justice center is located at 800 10th St. ...
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Adkins resident wins $1M with Texas Lottery scratch-off ticket
An Adkins resident claimed a top prize-winning ticket worth [post_excerpt] million in the Texas Lottery® scratch ticket game 500X. The ticket was purchased at Refuel 325, located at 11595 Sulphur Springs Road in Adkins. The claimant elected to ...
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Friends of NRA launches Wilson County committee
The Wilson County Area Friends of NRA committee held a fundraising event Oct. 18 at the La Vernia Chamber of Commerce Hall. The 501(c)3 organization is a grassroots program that fundraises for the National Rifle Association of America (NRA), wh...
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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: • John D. DeLeon, 36, of Floresville was found incompetent to stand trial Nov. 11 for a charge of injury to an elderly individual, ...
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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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INDICTMENTS
The Wilson County Grand Jury met Nov. 14 and returned indictments in 21 cases. The following 11 individuals are among the defendants scheduled for arraignment Dec. 10: •Joe V. Neaves, 28, of San Antonio was indicted on a charge of accident invo...
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81st Judicial District Mental Health Court receives grant
The 81st Judicial District Mental Health Court has been awarded a 7,346.08 grant from the Office of the Governor. This grant is fully funded with no county match required and will significantly enhance mental health services for individuals wit...
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Broke people can't help broke people
Dear Dave, My wife and I have been married for less than a year, and we’re already having disagreements over money. I love her, and one of the reasons I do is because she has such a giving heart. The problem is I feel like she’s taking this too...
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Attend Aging Gracefully in December
Plan now to attend one or all of Aging Gracefully’s December events on Wednesdays: •Dec. 3 — White Elephant Gift Exchange •Dec. 10 — Potluck •Dec. 17 — Christmas Songs with Joyce Emily Aging Gracefully is a senior lunch program sponsored by the...
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Older Texans face steep ACA price hikes
About 1 million Texans over the age of 45 who receive health insurance coverage through the federal Affordable Care Act (ACA) will likely face monthly premiums of more than [post_excerpt],000, the Austin American-Statesman reported. That accoun...
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READ ALL OVER
Calma Coffee Folk mobile beverage vendors Massimo Costigliola of Italy (left) and Calvin Cothill of South Africa check out the Wilson County News during a break between customers at their site in London, England. The newspaper was shared by Sar...
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Floresville Peanut Festival names 2026 board
The Floresville Peanut Festival has announced its executive board for the 2026 festival! Members announced in mid-November include (l-r) Past President Albert Saenz, Parliamentarian Carolyn Palacios, Secretary Brenda Treviño, President Linnci A...
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Stinsons receive Floresville ISD's character award
The Floresville Independent School District trustees (back) join Superintendent Jason Gilstrap (front, l-r) in honoring David and Joyce Stinson with the Community of Character award, alongside Family and Community Specialist Leanne Marshall. Th...
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East Central ISD population is booming
The East Central Independent School District (ISD) is experiencing a population boom, and it’s showing no signs of slowing down. That was the news shared Nov. 20 with district school board members by Dr. Stacy Tepera, president of Population an...
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Find peace at 'Tiny Chapel in the Woods'
“I want people to have a little refuge, a little retreat,” said Leo Ornelas of her Tiny Chapel in the Woods on her farmland in Floresville. Inspired by a “little tiny church” she saw on the way to Corpus Christi and her “city folk” grandchildre...
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Nim Kidd cuts ribbon at new Wilson County Emergency Operations Center
“The nation is paying attention to how Texas is doing emergency management,” said Texas Division of Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd (third from left) at the ribbon-cutting ceremony Dec. 1 of the new Wilson County Emergency Operations Center...
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Christmas enchantment
Floresville Peanut Festival “Court of Texas Enchantment” King Wesley Kotzur and Queen Kambri Angle and members of the Children’s Court are enchanted Nov. 29 by burros Pancho and Rosie, during Christmas on C Street, hosted by the Wilson County N...
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Dalton Perry earns football All-Conference honors
Poth native Dalton Perry is one of 16 players on the Angelo State University Rams football team who garnered 18 All-Lone Star Conference accolades for their performances during the 2025 regular season. Three Rams made the All-LSC second team, i...
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Helton Nature Park event helps Girl Scouts learn to 'Be Prepared, Not Scared'
If you were wandering around Helton Park Saturday, Nov. 8, you might have been surprised. More than 100 middle school to high school Girl Scouts were there for a unique training experience aptly titled, “Be Prepared, Not Scared.” The event was ...
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Wilson County 4-H archers earn 'Postal Awards'
Wilson County 4-H archers recently received their State Postal Awards. Texas 4-H Postal season runs November through March each year. 4-H members in the Shooting Sports Project who shoot archery, rifle, shotgun, pistol, or muzzleloaders can sho...
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Sofia Agquiz is martial arts National Champion!
Floresville Middle School sixth-grader Sofia Agquiz receives prizes Nov. 22 presented by Joey Perry (left), vice president and executive director of Professional Martial Arts Conference (ProMAC), and Manuel Obregon, owner of Sidekick Karate Sch...
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La Vernia Grizzlies Cheer team heads to globals
La Vernia Grizzlies Cheer Teams competed at the Texas Youth Football & Cheer Association Cheer competition in Corpus Christi on Nov. 1. Both teams, the 5-8 year-olds and the 8-12 year-olds, have been practicing their competition routines si...
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Nixon-Smiley CFPO youth teams shine in Cowboys Stadium
Members of the Nixon-Smiley CFPO youth sports football and cheer teams gather in Dallas Cowboys Stadium in Arlington Nov. 21 after playing and cheering in the Dallas Red Zone games that day. The football teams won all four of their games, and t...
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Grizzlies Flag team completes season
The La Vernia Grizzlies Flag Division celebrates a season that took the to the first round of playoffs. This team is comprised of 85 percent first-timers. They held a 5-3 record, and were playoff bound for the third straight year. The Grizzlies...
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Grizzlies Rookies celebrate season
The La Vernia Grizzlies Rookies Division celebrate a season to remember with a 6-2 record that took them to the first round of playoffs for the Texas Youth Football Association team. The Rookies faced the Brownsville Cowboys Nov. 15 in Round 1 ...
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Marcinowski, Edwards place first in Turkey Tourney
Floresville junior tennis athletes Lily Marcinowski and Rin Edwards took first place in the women’s 4.0 doubles division at the 34th annual Green Tree Tennis Club Turkey Tourney in San Antonio on Nov. 23. The tournament was held Nov. 21- 23 wit...
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LADY BEARS GOLF COMPETES IN DAVENPORT
The La Vernia varsity girls golf team competed in the Davenport tournament at the Buckhorn in Comfort. The girls placed ninth overall as a team. They were led by junior Brylee Mokry who shot a 72 and placed third in the tournament. The girls pl...
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Mustangs dominate Jourdanton, cruise to 65-36 victory
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs traveled to face the Jourdanton Indians on Nov. 25 and delivered one of their most complete performances of the young season, winning 65–36. From the opening tip, the Mustangs imposed their will defensively, applying h...
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Wilson County Fire Marshal: No burning today, due to wind gusts
Due to high winds, no outdoor burning is permitted today, Nov. 26, in Wilson County. According to Wilson County Fire Marshal Carl Fowner, any burning of brush, agricultural waste, or other materials will be subject to being e...
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Wilson County Fire Marshal: No burning today, due to wind gusts
Due to high winds, no outdoor burning is permitted today, Nov. 26, in Wilson County. According to Wilson County Fire Marshal Carl Fowner, any burning of brush, agricultural waste, or other materials will be subject to being e...
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Enjoy Christmas on the Plaza Nov. 30
Make plans now to celebrate “Christmas on the Plaza” on Sunday, Nov. 30, from 3-6 p.m. in Poth’s Dilworth Plaza. The festivities begin with a variety of activities that include pictures with Santa, face painting, games, and a special appearance...
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Enjoy Christmas on the Plaza Nov. 30
Make plans now to celebrate “Christmas on the Plaza” on Sunday, Nov. 30, from 3-6 p.m. in Poth’s Dilworth Plaza. The festivities begin with a variety of activities that include pictures with Santa, face painting, games, and a special appearance...
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Community invited to Advent Retreat in Poth
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Poth invites area residents to join the parish for a special Advent Retreat on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The retreat is free and open to the public. The doors open at 8 a.m. The retreat will...
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Community invited to Advent Retreat in Poth
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Poth invites area residents to join the parish for a special Advent Retreat on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The retreat is free and open to the public. The doors open at 8 a.m. The retreat will...
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Poth ISD receives JET grant for nursing program
The Poth Independent School District (ISD) is the recipient of a Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) training grant, one of 52 such grants totaling over million recently announced by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. The grants were awarded to Texas hig...
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Wilson County Farm Bureau supports Food Pantry Poth Area
Wilson County Farm Bureau board President Milton Lowak (center) presents a monetary contribution and donation of ground pork to the Food Pantry Poth Area & Thrift Store, accepted by pantry Manager Dalene Valentine (right) and volunteer Eric...
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Courtyard blooms, thanks to welding students
Students in John Dziuk’s welding classes at Poth High School take a break from molten metal in early November to plant flowers and vegetables in the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Courtyard. The students completed the irrigation and raise...
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Reflect, celebrate at San Antonio Liederkranz Christmas concert
Join the San Antonio Liederkranz, an all-male voice choir formed 133 years ago, to journey through music that moves from quiet reflection to joyful celebration on Sunday, Dec. 7. This year’s Liederkranz Christmas Concert weaves together timeles...
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Banquet Dec. 1 will benefit Sutherland Springs Museum
The 29th annual Sutherland Springs Historical Museum Banquet is set for Monday, Dec. 1, at Witte’s Bar-B-Que in La Vernia. The doors open at 5:15 p.m. for this annual fundraiser and fun event. Enjoy plates of roast beef with mashed potatoes, sa...
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Tickets on sale for 'New Year, New Roof' SPJST dance
Ring in the new year while helping preserve a Floresville landmark! SPJST Lodge 107 will host its “New Year, New Roof” Dance Fundraiser on Wednesday, Dec. 31, at the SPJST Lodge Hall, 1156 F.M. 1303 in Floresville. Doors open at 7 p.m., and dan...
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Nighthawk Winterfest is Dec. 5
Mark your calendars for a visit with Santa at Nighthawk Winterfest on Friday, Dec. 5, presented by Northeast Lakeview College in Universal City. The grounds will open at 5:30 p.m. with vendors, food, activities, games, and more. Enjoy photos wi...
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Watch 'Nightmare Before Christmas' in Elmendorf
Enjoy a “spooktacularly” festive evening under the stars as the city of Elmendorf presents Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas” on Friday, Dec. 12. This Elmendorf “Movie in the Park — Christmas Edition” will begin at 6 p.m. in Felix B....
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Holiday Extravaganza at Floresville Event Center
The City of Floresville invites the community to a Holiday Extravaganza on Saturday, Dec. 13, at the Floresville Event Center, 600 S.H. 97 in Floresville. Doors open at 6 p.m. Performers will be “Freddy Cruz & the Noble Outlaws” at 7 p.m., ...
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Hop on the 'Polar Express' Dec. 6 in St. Hedwig
Join community members Saturday, Dec. 6, in the St. Hedwig City Park for the city’s Christmas tree lighting. It’s “all aboard the Polar Express” for an evening of fun and festivities, starting at 6 p.m. The event is free and open to everyone. A...
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Shop Immanuel Lutheran Christmas Market Dec. 6
Immanuel Lutheran Church in La Vernia invites the community to the 10th annual Christmas Market on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 310 Seguin St. in La Vernia. Shop from a variety of vendors from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will also be fresh baked and canned ...
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Experience 'Holiday Magic' concerts Dec. 7, 14
Join the “County Line Community Band” on Sundays, Dec. 7 and 14, as the St. Hedwig-based band presents its “Holiday Magic” concert performances! The band’s annual celebration of the holidays will take place: •Sunday, Dec. 7, at 3 p.m. at St. An...
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10th annual Lights of Esperanza is Dec. 2
Texas A&M University–San Antonio invites the community to celebrate the holiday season at the 10th annual Lights of Esperanza, a vibrant and family-friendly event that will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 6-8 p.m. on the university’s ma...
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Enjoy melt-in-your-mouth Kentucky Butter Cake with Rum Sauce
Here’s a recipe for a delicious cake, shared by Noralyn Ripps of San Antonio. “This is my favorite cake recipe,” Noralyn said of this Kentucky Butter Cake with Rum Sauce, found at https://thatovenfeelin.com/. “You really need to use real butter...
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Looking back at Wilson County Sesquicentennial
Readers are invited to share memories of the past. Send to elaine@wcn-online.com or mail to 1012 C Street, Floresville 78114. If you wish your contribution to be shared in print, include a phone number, for our records only.
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Book on how David Crockett died wins Indie Book Award
David Crockett Went Down Fighting: How We Know It, authored by Alamo history researchers Phil Guarnieri and Richard L. Range, has been named a winner of the 2025 Best Indie Book Award. The Best Indie Book Award is an annual, international liter...
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Kick off your holidays Saturday in downtown Floresville
Welcome the festive season this weekend, with Christmas on C Street and the city of Floresville’s Christmas on the Square! Festivities will include visits with Santa, a Christmas market, tree-lighting, and parade. Enjoy this truly special small...
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ABC's Mary Bruce Wasn't a courageous reporter on declining Biden
The Trump-trashing elitist media erupted in outrage when President Donald Trump told ABC White House reporter Mary Bruce she was a “terrible person” and “terrible reporter” and ABC was “fake news.” Bruce was throwing hardballs at Trump and Saud...
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As religion weakens, socialism strengthens
Per new polling reported by Gallup, religion is no longer important to most Americans. In response to the question, “Is religion an important part of your daily life,” 49 percent said yes. Ten years ago, in 2015, 66 percent responded affirmativ...
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Mamdani starts to deflate
The election of Zohran Mamdani as New York City mayor set off — for his fan base, anyway — great expectations of a more “affordable” city. But the Democratic Socialist hasn’t even been sworn in, and some of his marquee promises are already hist...
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Shorts and stops: Giving thanks, online vs. print
Thanksgiving “As a measure of our gratitude, let us rededicate ourselves to the preservation of this, the land of the free and the home of the brave,” said President Ronald Reagan in his 1985 Thanksgiving address to the nation. Jump to 2025 and...
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READ ALL OVER WINNER
They’re our Read All Over winners! 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...
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Program focuses on Germans in Wilson County
Viola Henke (l-r), Sharon Meyer, and Carol Chitty don attire like their ancestors may have worn for a Nov. 18 meeting program of the Wilson County Historical Society, titled “Germans in Wilson County.” The program focused on ancestors of severa...
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What influence do you have each day?
Are basic manners, such as saying “please” and “thank-you,” old-fashioned and a thing of the past? Why is it that adults have a tough time expressing appreciation for things they have been given? Zig Ziglar, known as “America’s motivator,” has ...
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Calendar features 'Vets with Vettes'
Here is an opportunity to obtain a calendar that not only honors U.S. veterans, but also features veterans you may know — and classic Corvettes. The 2026 Vets with Vettes Calendar is being offered for sale by the Wilson County Veterans Coalitio...
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Tommy Detamore is Steel Guitar Player of the Year
Congratulations to Tommy Detamore of Floresville, named the Steel Guitar Player of the Year Nov. 9 at the 2025 Texas Country Music Awards! A pedal steel guitarist with “Jake Hooker & the Outsiders,” Detamore — pictured here with his wife, S...
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Polish American Council of Texas meets in Panna Maria
The Annual Meeting of the Polish American Council of Texas (PACT) was held on Saturday, Nov. 15, in the beautiful Polish Heritage Center in Panna Maria, Texas, the first permanent Polish settlement in the United States. The membership meeting b...
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MEETING WATCH
WCN “Meeting Watches” present highlights from recent meetings of some area entities; not all entities, or their actions or discussions, are included here. View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-covera...
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Sign up for online training for small business owners
The University of Texas San Antonio Small Business Development Center wants to help your business grow. The center offers several webinars via Zoom in December, including: •New Laws in Texas – 2025 Update •Branding 101 •Small Business and Finan...
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Rotary Club to hold 'kick-off' meeting Dec. 1
Rotary Club of Wilson County will hold a kick-off meeting on Monday, Dec. 1, in La Vernia. The meeting starts at 6 p.m. and will take place at Melanie’s Bar and Grill, 11985 U.S. 87 W. Interested members of the communities in the county are inv...
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Donate to Maddie's annual Winter Coat Drive
Help keep youth in the community warm this winter by donating new or gently used coats to Maddie’s fifth annual Winter Coat Drive. Items will be collected through Friday, Dec. 12, for families in need in the Floresville Independent School Distr...
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Talked about, dealt with, and agreed upon
Dear Dave, My girlfriend and I dated exclusively for three years before I asked her to marry me. Before that, we were great friends for almost 10 years. It seems like we know everything there is to know about each other. In our situation, would...
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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 •N...
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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Clayton Hartman, 44, of Floresville pleaded nolo contendere (no contest) Nov. 3 to a charge of assault of a family or household me...
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Charges dismissed in human smuggling case
All charges have been dismissed in a human smuggling case against 28-year-old Jose Anibal Giron. Giron was originally indicted in March 2022 on eight counts of smuggling of persons causing severe bodily injury or death, (See “Argentina native i...
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Help DPS ID woman killed in July 19 crash on U.S. 181
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Highway Patrol invites help from the public to identify a female pedestrian, killed in a crash on U.S. 181 north of Floresville in the early morning hours of July 19. DPS recently released a postmorte...
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Supreme Court blocks lower court redistricting ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday blocked a lower court ruling that threw out the state’s new congressional map, allowing the new districts to stay in place, at least for now. A federal panel, by a 2-1 vote, said a few days earlier that the new ...
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Join Floresville Lions Club Dec. 6 for 'Breakfast with Santa' event
Join the Floresville Lions Club for Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Wilson County Expo and Community Center (formerly show barn), located at 435 S.H. 97 in Floresville. Enjoy pancakes with Santa, a holiday b...
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County emergency ops center to open
Wilson County will celebrate the completion of its new Emergency Operations Center with a ribbon-cutting event on Monday, Dec. 1. Broaddus Construction, the contractor for the project, will host the event, set for 10 a.m. Everyone is welcome to...
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Floresville council to vote on $10 million infrastructure debt
The city will be taking next steps during the Floresville City Council’s Dec. 11 meeting towards taking on a million debt for water and sewerrelated projects. The council approved to pursue one or more series certificates of obligation Sept. 2...
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FISD honors teacher, students of the month
Floresville Independent School District trustees (back) join Superintendent Jason Gilstrap (front, l-r) in recognizing David Merten as Floresville Middle School Teacher of the Month, and Estrella De Los Santos and Damian Valdez as Students of t...
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County allows burn ban to expire
A burn ban ordered by Wilson County commissioners on Aug. 25 was allowed to expire at midnight Nov. 24, following recent rainfall. The 90-day ban was on the court’s Nov. 24 agenda to consider for an extension. However, Wilson County Fire Marsha...
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Motorcyclist dies in crash on U.S. 181
An Elmendorf man has been identified as the victim of a two-vehicle crash Nov. 21 on U.S. 181 north of Floresville, a little north of F.M. 775. According to Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Highway Patrol Staff Sgt. Orlando De Luna Jr., ...
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Do you recognize this woman?
DPS has released this postmortem rendering of a woman killed in a motor vehicle-pedestrian crash on U.S. 181 near F.M. 775 north of Floresville; the crash took place July 19, at approximately 2:35 a.m. Anyone with information is asked to call D...
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Residents 'vehemently' oppose water export
[Video below] “If we don’t vehemently protect what we can, we will wake up without,” Karen Kibbe told the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District (UWCD) during its Nov. 21 meeting. A scheduled public hearing to address the mass transp...
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Poth Junior High School
Semester 1 Cycle 2 Sixth grade All A’s: Beau Brockman, Christian Escobedo, Xuya Fan, Molly Harton, Cambree Holloway, Kaylee Holloway, Tinley Hosek, Brennen Pape, Kade Posey, Kyler Poth, Anna Powell, Aleah Sanchez, Emma Theuret, Cash Toborg, Kay...
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Poth Elementary School HONOR ROLL
Semester 1 Cycle 2 First grade All A’s: Ashlynn Angell, Harrison Aniol, Brantlee Biela, Terrence Clark, Ezra Dunham, Riley Gallion, Kaydence Garcia, Bellamy Gorzell, Holland Hancock, Kamryn Hosek, Elijah Johnson, Graham Kolodziej, Ashlyn Kowali...
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Junior Catholic Daughters give for Thanksgiving
Members of the Junior Catholic Daughters Mary Queen of Peace Chapter 2497 from Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Floresville donate items to St. Vincent de Paul for the Thanksgiving holiday.
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Tradition Elementary got hands-on with first responders
First Responders from Bexar County ESD 12 Fire Department, St. Hedwig Police Department, San Antonio Police Department, and Bexar County Game Warden give a presentation Oct. 17 to Pre-K, first graders, and second graders at Tradition Elementary...
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East Central, La Vernia athletes earn Academic All-State Team Tennis honors
Student-athletes from East Central and La Vernia high schools have named to the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) and Walmart 2025-26 Academic All-State Teams for Team Tennis. The Academic All-State Award honors senior student-athle...
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THSCA names 15 area athletes to Academic All-State Cross Country Team
Fifteen student-athletes representing five high schools in the Wilson County News coverage area have been named to the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) and Walmart 2025-26 Academic All-State Teams for Cross Country. The Academic Al...
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THSCA names 18 area athletes to Academic All-State Volleyball Team
A total of 18 student-athletes from five high schools in the Wilson County News coverage area have been named to the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) and Walmart 2025-26 Academic All-State Teams for Volleyball. The Academic All-Sta...
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7TH GRADE JAGUARS SWEEP LADY EAGLES
The Floresville Middle School seventh-grade Jaguars basketball teams traveled to Pleasanton to take on the Eagles Nov. 19. Both the A- and B-Team Jaguars consistently outplayed the Lady Eagles. The Jaguars took the lead in their first quarters ...
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7th grade Poth Pirates are undefeated District Champions
The Poth Pirates seventh-grade football team celebrates their completed season as undefeated District Champions. They were coached by Kevin Wiatrek and Federico Sifuentes. Congratulations! 7th grade Pirates roster 1 Blake Felux 2 Connor Pruski ...
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Mustangs open season with win
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs boys basketball team tipped off their 2025 campaign in convincing fashion on Nov. 21, traveling to face the Nordheim Pirates and returning home with a decisive 61–21 victory. From the opening whistle, the Mustangs appl...
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Bi-District Champion Brahmas fall short at Area to Tidehaven Tigers
The Stockdale Brahmas traveled to Tuloso Midway High School in Corpus Christi, to battle the Tidehaven Tigers on Friday, Nov. 21, for the Area Championship. The Tigers received the opening kickoff and scored first to take an early 7-0 lead. The...
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County lifts burn ban
A burn ban ordered by Wilson County commissioners on Aug. 25 will be allowed to expire at midnight Monday, Nov. 24. The ban was on the court’s Nov. 24 agenda. Upon Wilson County Fire Marshal Carl Fowner’s recommendation, the ban will be reconsi...
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Help DPS identify pedestrian killed in July crash near Floresville
Do you recognize this woman? The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Highway Patrol invites help from the public to identify this female pedestrian, killed in a crash on U.S. 181 north of Floresville in July. ...
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TDA alert: EHV-1 outbreak confirmed in Texas; isolate affected horses
Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) have issued an alert to Texas horsemen of an outbreak of Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1) reported by Texas veterinarians after the recent World Championship Barrel Racing (...
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See 'The Children's Nutcracker,' 'The Polar Express'
The Children’s Ballet of San Antonio presents “The Polar Express: The Musical” on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. The production will take place at the Charline McCombs Empire Theatre, located at 226 N. St. ...
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Tickets available for Boots - Bling Dec. 6
RoundUp4Charity invites the community to their second annual Boots & Bling Gala on Saturday, Dec. 6, 5-10:30 p.m., at Columbus Club Hall, 111 Landa St., in New Braunfels. General admission for the event is per person and includes dinner. T...
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Magik Theatre presents 'A Charlie Brown Christmas'
Magik Theatre invites families to get into the holiday spirit with their heartwarming stage adaptation of “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” Nov. 22 through Dec. 24. Tickets range from .50 to .50, with various showtimes. A pre-show party in the park ...
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Shop craft show in St. Hedwig
Enjoy a Craft Show and rummage sale at Lubianski Feed Store in St. Hedwig on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Parking and admission are free. For more information, call 210-677-1145. Lubianski Feed Store is located at 13640 F.M. 1346...
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Enjoy Master Gardeners' 'themed garden' program
Join the Guadalupe County Master Gardeners at the AgriLife Extension office, 210 E. Live Oak St. in Seguin, on Thursday, Nov. 20, for “Five Theme Gardens with Native Plants,” presented by Certified Arborist Nancy Masterson. The meeting is free ...
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Try this family-style spaghetti, all in one dish
As the holidays approach and there’s so much running and doing, it’s nice to have a meal you can assemble and cook all in one dish. With a little prep, this “Hands-Off Spaghetti and Meatballs” frees up the cook for a little while as it bakes — ...
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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 “Go Nuts” promotional drawing.
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Floresville Centennial celebrated 'proud city with a promising future'
Clarence Ehlers of Floresville recently shared information from the City of Floresville Centennial program. The city celebrated its 100th anniversary in 1990; a special program took place Oct. 13, 1990, on the courthouse square. Floresville Pea...
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Communities honor Wilson County veterans
Send photos from community events to reader@wcn–online.com for possible publication.Article Link
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Thank you to wonderful community
Editor: On Thursday, Nov. 6, I attended the Wilson County Historical Society’s wonderful Floresville Opry, as I do every month. That evening, I experienced an unexpected medical incident. I was so fortunate! My close friends were nearby to prot...
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How should Republicans move forward from here?
Reading commentary about the recent elections, I thought of an observation of Nobel prize-winning physicist Richard Feynman. Feynman said, “The first principle is that you must not fool yourself, and you are the easiest person to fool.” That is...
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I don't get it
Why start something that you don’t have the guts to follow through with? Why grab defeat from the jaws of victory? Barely a week after the best election night Democrats have had in years, with the president’s approval ranking hitting new lows, ...
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Shorts and stops: Government shutdown confusion
Rebates? “Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday provided more details about a potential ,000 tariff-derived dividend that was floated by President Donald Trump on Sunday and Monday, suggesting there would be an income limit.” (TheEpocht...
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County employees gather for toy donation drive
Wilson County employees and elected officials gather Nov. 12 for a toy donation drive, arranged by county Judge Hank Whitman. County employees donated toys to be given for Christmas to foster children in the Belong Community-Based Care program ...
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Stockdale Junior High School honor roll
Semester 1 Cycle 2 Sixth grade All A’s: Case Akin, Gianna Asti, Jaxon Brantley, Violette Bruno, Baylee Buck, Miraculous Campbell, Calvin Chew, Bria Cochrum, Jase Cotter, Mazy Dougherty, Hadley Dugi, Sawyer Griego, Candace Hastings, Emma Hasting...
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Stockdale Blue Bonnet Club learns jack-o-lantern history, plans Christmas project
The Stockdale Blue Bonnet Club held its monthly meeting on Monday, Oct. 13, at the lovely home of Barbara Wiatrek. The meeting was called to order at 4:40 p.m. President Lana Wilson welcomed our newest member, Valerie Marrou, and introduced one...
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Blessed Again Thrift Ministry is now open!
Jane Jackson (left) and Cindy Lighty ring up the first official sale Nov. 15 as Blessed Again Thrift Ministry opens its doors in Stockdale. Located at Christ Methodist Church, 102 W. Main St., the thrift ministry is open Mondays and Saturdays, ...
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Stockdale welcomes Down and Out
April Gilchrist of the Stockdale Chamber of Commerce (right) welcomes Chef Nicholas Foreman of Down and Out, accompanied by his wife, Elizabeth, and their children, as Stockdale’s newest eatery opens Nov. 15 inside the Brahma Express on S.H. 12...
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Floresville Lions announce Care - Share Food Pantry collection
Help the Floresville Lions Club — in conjunction with the Floresville Food Pantry — feed families during the holiday season by donating food items. “Care and Share Floresville Food Pantry” drop-off stations have been set up to accept donations ...
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Community Thanksgiving worship service in Floresville
The Floresville Ministerial Alliance invites everyone to its annual Community Thanksgiving Worship Service on Sunday, Nov. 23, at 6 p.m. at Floresville United Methodist Church. Gather for a special night for churches and community to come toget...
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Wilson County plans Nov. 25 food distribution
Wilson County Auditor Brenda Treviño and County Judge Hank Whitman have partnered with the San Antonio Food Bank to host an emergency food distribution on Tuesday, Nov. 25, starting at 9 a.m. The event will take place at the Wilson County Expo ...
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Floresville police invite all to Community Thanksgiving Dinner
The Floresville Police Department invites one and all to its third annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday, Nov. 23, from 5-7 p.m. in the Floresville Event Center. Officers with the department will prep, fry, and carve the turkeys, while...
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Food pantry benefits from .Dark Side of F Street' event
Floresville Food Pantry and Resource Center Director Rose Holcombe (center) picks up contributions from Roy and Sylvia Madero after their Halloween event, “The Dark Side of F Street.” The Maderos collected more than 0 in donations and 13 boxes ...
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Falls City craft show Nov. 22
The seventh annual Christmas Craft Show will be held in Falls City on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This fun community event takes place in the Falls City Community Hall on U.S. 181 and offers residents a place to shop, visit with th...
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MEETING WATCH
WCN “Meeting Watches” present highlights from recent meetings of some area entities; not all entities, or their actions or discussions, are included here. These entities also met recently: •Floresville Economic Development Corp., Nov. 10 •Falls...
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Avoid sinkholes -- build on the foundation of Jesus
While working this past week preparing my Sunday morning lesson, all of a sudden, I found myself without internet service. I rely on my service for office phones and auto backup of my work, along with gathering materials for my PowerPoint prese...
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Firstmark Credit Union delivers Turkeys for Teachers
Firstmark Credit Union, in partnership with The Lonnie Walker IV Foundation and HUB Investment Partners, gave away free holiday turkeys, goodie bags, and more, to 1,000 educators Nov.8 at their sixth annual Turkeys for Teachers event. With cars...
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CAF 'Tex' Hill Wing holds new membership drive
If you want to help preserve the legacy of World War II aviation, the ‘Tex’ Hill Wing of the Commemorative Air Force wants you! The organization — based at Stinson Municipal Airport, 8535 Mission Road, Hangar 3, in San Antonio — is conducting a...
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Coffee, Cars - Veterans First Responder Boxes can help save time and lives
Coffee, Cars & Veterans, is proud to continue its mission of giving back to those who have served. As part of the organization’s latest initiative, Coffee, Cars & Veterans is looking to provide CCV First Responder Boxes to qualified vet...
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Children's Alliance of South Texas hosts successful Dia de los Muertos purse bingo fundraiser
Children’s Alliance of South Texas, A Child Advocacy Center (CAST-CAC) held its “Dia de los Muertos Purse Bingo,” Nov.1 at the Columbus Club in Karnes City.The event was sold out, with approximately 250 guests in attendance. More than 20 new de...
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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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Former Runge teacher charged with improper relationship
A teacher formerly employed by the Runge Independent School District (ISD) has been arrested and charged with having an improper relationship with a student. The Karnes County Sheriff’s Office arrested Andrea Melba Rodriguez, after receiving in...
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Deputies locate Floresville teen who fled from traffic stop
A Floresville teen faces multiple charges, after fleeing from Wilson County Sheriff’s Office personnel. According to the sheriff’s office, a deputy attempted a traffic stop at approximately 2 a.m. on Nov. 12 on a white Dodge Ram truck near Ench...
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Abbott reappoints Riggs to Evergreen UWCD
Gov. Greg Abbott has reappointed Weldon Riggs to the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District for a term set to expire on Feb. 1, 2029. The District is required to preserve, protect, conserve, and recharge the underground water in Wils...
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Lack of knowledge, immaturity or worse?
Dear Dave, My girlfriend and I have been dating seriously for a little over a year. We’re both 28, and I know I love her, but there’s something that worries me. She’s very smart, but at the same time, she’s not very responsible with money. I kn...
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Thanksgiving office closures
In observance of Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27, all city and county offices and many other businesses will be closed. Below is a list of closures provided as a service to the community. Wilson County Public Library Sam Fore Jr. in Floresville, Jane...
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TEA releases financial accountability ratings
More than four-fifths of Texas public schools received an ‘A’ rating for their financial practices, according to the Texas Education Agency, which released the final financial accountability ratings for the latest school year last week. A total...
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Amendment allows business development near Pecan Park
[Video below] FLORESVILLE — The Future Land Use plan for the city of Floresville has been formally amended to include a commercial retail district near Pecan Park. The Floresville City Council met Nov. 13. On the agenda were several items relat...
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Schellhase, Mutz sworn in to FISD board
[Video below] Wilson County Judge Hank Whitman (l-r) administers the oath of office to newly elected Floresville Independent School District trustee Terrell “Terry” Schellhase and incumbent Craig Mutz at the Nov. 10 meeting of the school board....
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Contractor helps Floresville vet get a new roof
“It was a godsend,” resident Ronald Baker said about the new roof on his Floresville home. The U.S. Army veteran is a recent recipient of a complete roof replacement through the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project, in partnership with Purple ...
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Interim city manager requests public evaluation
[Video below] FLORESVILLE — “I’m requesting my evaluation be done as a public hearing,” Floresville Interim City Manager Monica Veliz told the Floresville City Council Nov. 13. After 11 months in the position, a review of Veliz’s duties and per...
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La Vernia Lady Bears head to State
The La Vernia Lady Bears volleyball team members celebrate their State Semifinal Championship win Nov. 15 over Bellville. The Lady Bears’ 3-0 win over the Brahmanettes secured their appearance in the final four of State competition on Friday, N...
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Poth High School honor roll
Second six weeks Ninth grade All A’s: William Band, Logan Bosquez, Brevyn Brockman, Kara Calhoun, Elena Chapa, Jiovanny Chapa, Joshua Clark, Cam Cordes, Knox Dziuk, Taylon Felux, Massy Garza, KP Gaylor, Maggie Gorzell, Teagyn Hosek, Cooper Kotz...
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Students invited to participate in Letters About Literature competition
Young Texans in grades 4-12 are invited to participate in Letters About Literature, an annual writing competition administered by the Texas Center for the Book. Students select a book, book series, essay, play, poem, short story, or speech and ...
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Lady Mustangs open season with grit, growth, and high energy
The Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustang varsity basketball team has started the 2025–26 season with energy and promise, demonstrating moments of strong rebounding, defensive hustle, and emerging scoring roles as they begin their campaign. Although the ea...
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Students can apply for Government-in-Action Youth Tour to Washington, D.C.
GVEC invites local high school sophomores and juniors to apply for the 2026 Government-in-Action Youth Tour in Washington, D.C. The guided trip, which takes place June 14–21, 2026, is a youth leadership program organized by Texas Electric Coope...
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Volleyball playoff updates
Congratulations to the following teams in the Wilson County News coverage area for your playoff bids. State Championship •La Vernia v Decatur, Friday, Nov. 21, 4 pm in Garland State Semifinals •La Vernia def. Bellville, 3-0 – Nov. 15, 4 pm, Lit...
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REGION 4 CHAMPIONS!
The Lady Brahmas finish the season as State Semifinalists Nov. 15 in Waco. Read more on page 9B.Article Link
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BI-DISTRICT CHAMPS!
The Stockdale Brahmas hold up the Bi-District trophy after defeating the Santa Rosa Warriors Nov. 14. The Brahmas will take on the Tidehaven Tigers for the Area title on Friday, Nov. 21, at 7 p.m., at Tuloso-Midway’s Warrior Stadium in Corpus C...
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Lady Brahmas earn Region IV Championship
The road to State for this year’s Stockdale Lady Brahma varsity volleyball team came to an end this weekend. The week started with a striking win on Nov. 11 in Yoakum, when the Lady Brahmas became the 3A D2 Region 4 Champions. The State Semifin...
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Stockdale Brahmas stampede the Santa Rosa Warriors
The Stockdale Brahmas battled the Santa Rosa Warriors in the first round of the playoffs on Friday, Nov. 14, in San Diego. The Brahmas received the opening kickoff and after trading possessions, the Brahma offense started to roll. With senior J...
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Floresville Wildcats celebrate teams in playoffs
The Floresville Wildcats organization recently celebrated all of its teams — Juniors (11U), Rookies (9U), Tykes (7U), and Flag (5U) — heading to the playoffs! The first round of playoffs were held Nov. 15 for the Tykes and Flag teams. The Tykes...
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7TH GRADE JAGUARS HOST KINGSBOROUGH KNIGHTS
The Floresville Middle School seventh-grade Jaguars A and B teams hosted the Kingsborough Knights at home Nov. 12. Both Jaguar teams took the lead and wins. The A team beat the Knights 53-40, and the B team dominated the Knights 38-6.
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Multiple law-enforcement agencies seek suspect near La Vernia
Update (11/13/25, 2:30 pm) The Wilson County Sheriff's Office confirmed at 2:22 p.m. that Dillan Talley has been located and apprehended off Ranch Country Drive off U.S. 87 near La Vernia. Law-enforcement personnel continue the search for Dilla...
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Sign up for Nov. 22 fun run in Floresville
Make plans to participate in Floresville’s Fit & Fed Fun Run on Saturday, Nov. 22, 8 a.m., at the Floresville Sports Complex. The event supports the fight against diabetes and feeding Floresville. The Floresville Sports Complex is located a...
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Wilson County Trade Days Nov. 15
Wilson County Trade Days Grateful Harvest Farmers Market will be Saturday, Nov. 15, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in Helton Nature Park. Local farmers, crafters, and bakers will be set up to sell produce, homemade goods, unique crafts, and more. Helto...
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All welcome at Feast of Sharing Nov. 15
Wilson County Cowboy Church, 100 Hickory Run in La Vernia, will host a Feast of Sharing on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free event is open to all and will include a meal of turkey, dressing, green beans, and more. For informati...
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Comal Country Music Show Nov. 18
Spend an evening filled with country music on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at the Comal Country Music Show in New Braunfels’ Columbus Club Hall. For a cover charge, guests can hear featured performers Monte Good and Carol Cochran from 7:30-10 p.m. Doors ...
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Wilson County Master Gardeners to hold Nov. 15 plant sale
Head to the Sam Fore Jr. Wilson County Public Library on Saturday, Nov. 15, for a plant sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hosted by the Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners, plant lovers can come to buy or trade rooted cuttings. Master Gardeners ...
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This is 'Not Your Mama's Green Bean Casserole'
With holiday meals fast approaching, we’re all pulling out the favorite family recipes, or tried-and-true directions for holiday staples. Many Thanksgiving tables will include green bean casserole. Here’s a version that’s a little different, fr...
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Meet Jesse Lane Tiner and his bride, Connie
Meet Jesse Lane Tiner, who built the Tiner-Hendrick House in Sutherland Springs in 1887; efforts are underway to raise funds to move the house and restore it. Read more about the house in “Help save the Tiner-Hendrick House,” Oct. 29 Wilson Cou...
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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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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 “Football Trivia Contest” promotional drawing.
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Take a look in the mirror
Editor: Re: “Hiding the facts on hunger,” Nov. 5 I take issue with the “Hiding the facts on hunger” letter in the Nov. 5 issue. The author states that they have testified in Washington and Austin for federally funded nutrition programs. I am di...
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The government shutdown that Democrats love
One big word worth learning is “schadenfreude.” Schadenfreude is “pleasure derived by someone from another person’s misfortune.” Nothing better captures the perverse pleasure that Democrats are deriving from the pain inflicted on our country ca...
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The Mamdani latte
“Put a little extra caramel on that latte,” I told the young woman at Dunkin’ Donuts. “If you know what I mean.” “Sure,” she said, drizzling a little more caramel on the mountain of whipped cream that topped my decaf white chocolate latte. Mayb...
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Shorts and stops: Government shutdown confusion
Confused GOP While President Trump is moving ahead with his planned agenda — an agenda that voters overwhelmingly approved last November — his support from those within his own party is lackadaisical at best. Republicans need to get a backbone,...
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Sheriff's office invites donations for Dec. 9 Senior Christmas Dance
The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office is seeking donations for a Senior Christmas Dance set for Tuesday, Dec. 9. Items such as socks, blankets, household items, body washes, hair products, and grooming kits are welcomed. Door prize donations, such...
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Wilson County Democrats to meet Nov. 20, plan food donation drive
The Wilson County Democratic Party is actively recruiting Precinct Chairs and Precinct Coordinators. Both play a vital role in meeting the stated goals of the Texas Democratic Party and the Wilson County Democratic Party. They are critical for ...
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After leaving church on Sunday, let's do some sharpening
This week’s thought is taken from the parable of the lad with a dull ax, from Timothy Merrill. Once upon a time, a long time ago, a young man approached a logging crew in the verdant and forested woodlands of British Columbia. He was looking fo...
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Joshua Brown DRT chapter plans Nov. 24 meeting
The Joshua D. Brown Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas (DRT) joins the national organization in celebrating two of the fifteen Texas Honor Days in November. On Nov. 3, we celebrate the birthday of Stephen F. Austin, “The Father o...
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Register for Nov. 21 health screenings in Floresville
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, located ...
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READ ALL OVER WINNER
They’re our Read All Over winners! 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 ...
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Find food, assistance with area pantries, organizations
A number of area resources are available for local households experiencing financial hardships, or challenges exacerbated by the ongoing government shutdown. Roz Miller, director of the La Vernia Christian Food Pantry which serves the La Vernia...
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Wilson County veteran meet-up Nov. 19 in Adkins
Wilson County veterans are invited to a veteran meet-up Wednesday, Nov. 19, at the Farmhaus Table, located at 2239 F.M. 3432 in Adkins. The social gathering is for veterans, service members, and service member families to connect, build a netwo...
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Stockdale Market Days plans 'Thanksgiving party'
Join the Stockdale Market Days for a Thanksgiving party, hosted by Amigas and Emprendedoras in the parking lot of the Stockdale Chamber of Commerce. Set for Saturday, Nov. 15, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the party will include local vendors, handmad...
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Floresville veteran gets a new roof
U.S. Army Veteran Ronald Baker observes the work on a new roof for his mobile home in the 4100 block of C.R. 331 in Floresville Nov. 7 by Texas Roofing. After another roofer failed to complete the job after taking his money, Baker was approved ...
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MEETING WATCH
WCN “Meeting Watches” present highlights from recent meetings of some area entities; not all entities, or their actions or discussions, are included here. View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-covera...
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ESD 5 suffers setback as sales-tax measure fails
Wilson County Emergency Services District (ESD) 5 has lost a second attempt to increase revenues through a sales-and-use tax election. In the Nov. 4 election, a proposition to adopt a 1.25-percent sales-and-use tax for the 256-squaremile distri...
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Voters give thumbs-up to China Grove Fire sales-tax proposal
A majority of voters both in and around China Grove approved sales-and-use taxes Nov. 4 that will provide a boost in funding for China Grove Fire & Rescue. The election was called for Bexar County Emergency Services District (ESD) 9, which ...
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1:55
SARA to host household hazardous waste disposal
Got hazardous waste? The San Antonio River Authority is sponsoring a free and safe event to dispose of household hazardous waste and other items on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Wilson County Expo and Community Center, 435 S.H. ...
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2:04
Make sure the degree is practical and marketable
Dear Dave, My husband wants to leave his job next year. He wants to go back to school full-time and finish his degree. It wouldn’t take him long to complete his studies, and we’ve both agreed it’s the best thing to do for our family. The only 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: •Bradley J. Brietzke, 32, of La Vernia was originally sentenced in March 2023 to three years of deferred adjudication-community sup...
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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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5:24
Donations invited for LaFrance family after house fire
The LaFrance family home in Floresville is a total loss, after a fire raged through the house on the night of Oct. 28. Amber Yankulov and Jason LaFrance — U.S. Air Force veterans and current teachers at Floresville High School — escaped the fir...
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Voters approve all 17 proposed amendments
Texas voters approved all 17 constitutional amendments on the ballot last week, the Houston Chronicle reported. Those included measures to raise the homestead exemption and reduce property taxes for businesses, and to provide [post_excerpt] bil...
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6:38
Voters elect Schellhase to Floresville school board
Floresville voters have elected Terrell “Terry” Schellhase to the Floresville Independent School District (ISD) board of trustees, District 2. In the Nov. 4 election, four candidates vied for election to single member District 2, including Sche...
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Holiday burros to visit C Street
These holiday burros, Pancho and Rosie, will be making the rounds on C Street in Floresville Saturday, Nov. 29, greeting children and families as they line up to see Santa from 4:30-6:30 p.m., in conjunction with Floresville Christmas on the Co...
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Planning - Zoning gives 'go-ahead' for business district
[Video below] FLORESVILLE — The vicinity around Pecan Park may be considered a business and commercial district in the near future, pending approval by the Floresville City Council. The city’s Planning and Zoning Committee met Nov. 5 to conside...
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La Vernia, East Central school tax measures fail; Nixon-Smiley tax vote ends in tie
Voters have rejected property-tax measures proposed by two school districts in the Wilson County News coverage area; results of a third proposal remained undecided as of press time Nov. 10. The East Central, La Vernia, and Nixon Smiley Consolid...
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Wilson County residents protest water 'grab'
[Video below] Stockdale residents continue to be concerned about water, with a capacity crowd attending a town hall meeting Nov. 6 in hopes of organizing a mass protest at the next Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District (UWCD) public...
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Volleyball playoff updates
Congratulations to the following high school volleyball teams in the Wilson County News coverage area for your bid in the playoffs! Regional Finals •La Vernia v Calallen, Monday, Nov. 10, 6 pm, at Cuero HS •Stockdale v Industrial, Tuesday, Nov....
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0:47
Mustangs fall to Stockdale Brahmas, finish season 5-5
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs finished their 2025 football season on Friday night, Nov. 7, with a tough 42-30 loss to the Stockdale Brahmas. The defeat marked a balanced 5–5 season, as the Mustangs continued to show growth, pride, and determination...
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Lady Brahmas secure Area, Regional Semifinal Championships
The Stockdale Lady Brahmas traveled to Pleasanton to take on the Jourdanton Squaws Nov. 3 for the Area title. Stockdale swept Jourdanton 3-0: 25-11, 25-23, 25- 17, securing the Area Championship title. The Lady Brahmas took on Hebbronville Nov....
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Stockdale Brahmas edge out Nixon-Smiley Mustangs in thriller, 42-30
The Stockdale Brahmas battled the Nixon-Smiley Mustangs in a District slugfest on Friday, Nov. 7, at Bobby Russell Field in Stockdale. The Mustangs received the opening kickoff and quickly scored, taking an early 7-0 lead. After the Brahmas’ fi...
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Pirates are undefeated District Champions
The 2025 Poth Pirates varsity football team finished the regular season undefeated in District for the ninth season in a row Nov. 7. The Pirates defeated the Dilley Wolves, 42-7. For the regular season, the Pirates amassed 4,403 yards of offens...
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0:59
Jaguars close season as Area Champions
The Floresville Jaguars kicked off the week with an exciting 3-0 win over the Lago Vista Vikings Nov. 3, securing the Area Championship title. On Nov. 6, their impressive 11-game winning streak came to an end, falling to the Calallen Wildcats 3...
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0:47
Federal holiday will delay WCN delivery
Your Nov. 12 issue of the Wilson County News may arrive a little late in the mail next week. This is due to post offices being closed Tuesday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day, which is a federal holiday. The newspaper will be available on newsstands ...
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Furred, Finned, - Feathered Friends
Share your pet or friend; email reader@lavernianews.com.Article Link
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Take a hike with history this November at Landmark Inn
The Texas Historical Commission invites visitors to explore where history meets habitat at Landmark Inn State Historic Site during a Nature Ramble this weekend. The immersive experience takes place on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at...
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Stomping Ground Ventures plans Art Gala
Mark your calendar and plan to attend the Stomping Ground Ventures Art Gala on Thursday, Nov. 13, in Sutherland Springs. Join the organization for a showcase of art from local artists and the “Pioneers” — members of Stomping Ground Ventures Adu...
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Check out The Market in Floresville Nov. 8
The Market in Floresville will take place on Saturday, Nov. 8, at the corner of Third and C streets in downtown Floresville. Come shop, listen to live music, and grab a bite to eat and a drink from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information, find them on...
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Rosary Society plans turkey dinner Nov. 23
The Rosary Society of Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church invites you to a turkey dinner on Sunday, Nov. 23, in St. Hedwig. Plates will be sold for starting at 10:30 a.m. Gather in the church hall to enjoy your meal with fa...
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Visit craft sale in St. Hedwig Nov. 8
Make plans to get an early start on holiday shopping at the Arts & Crafts Sale at the American Legion Post 539 in St. Hedwig on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The event will feature crafts of all kinds, a silent auction, a myste...
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1:12
Wilson County Master Gardeners to meet Nov. 13
The Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, Nov. 13, from 6-7:30 p.m. A presentation on holiday plants as gifts will be held, following a short business meeting. Meetings, which are free and open to...
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Enjoy free Yanaguana Indian Arts Festival Nov. 8
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month at the Briscoe Western Art Museum’s annual Yanaguana Indian Arts Festival on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Entry is free and includes admission to the Briscoe Western Art Museum. The community...
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0:44
Thrifty Chicken and Dumplings -- comfort in a bowl
The recent cooler overnight temperatures have turned our thoughts to soups, stews, and other stick-to-your-ribs meals. This recipe for chicken and dumplings, a comfort food favorite, was sent to Wilson County News Editor Nannette Kilbey-Smith b...
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2:06
Shoppers enjoy Falls City Market Day
Marcie Hernandez of Floresville is joined by her granddaughters, Ella and Sadie, Oct. 18 at Falls City Market Day. Hernandez was a vendor at the event held in the Falls City Community Hall. She owns MC’s Treasures, which offers Wrangler purses ...
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Live music and dancing returns to Falls City Hall
Come enjoy dancing to live country and party music when “The Tailgaters” return to the Falls City Community Hall on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 8 p.m. to midnight. Enjoy a family-friendly local venue that’s continuing the small-town Saturday night d...
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Hiding the facts on hunger
Editor: As a college student majoring in Dietetics at Southwest Texas State University, I completed a report on hunger. I was astonished and somewhat naive to find during my research that a published report, “Hunger in America 1968,” stated the...
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Learning from the dumbest
Editor: My dear ole pappy was one of the smartest and most generous people on the planet. Every hour of every day he spent not only solving the problems of his family but also thinking, “Who else can I help today?” His constant criticism of his...
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Democratic socialist party debuts in New York City
Big news from Argentina is the electoral victory of the Advancing Liberty party of President Javier Milei. Milei initially won the presidency in 2023 brandishing a chainsaw as a message of how he was going to cut the runaway government that has...
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We'd better start thinking about future jobs
The big headlines about job losses tend to focus on the big employers. Layoffs at UPS, 48,000 — at Intel, 24,000. Amazon is cutting up to 30,000 workers, and Target, 1,800. These pink slips are being dropped largely on white-collar positions. T...
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Shorts and stops: Halloween, starving people, TDS
He did it again Fresh off President Donald Trump’s successful whirlwind trip to Asia, he arrived back at the White House just in time to greet young Halloween trick-or-treaters. Rather than “retiring to the basement” in exhaustion after a week ...
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October keeps Wilson County Master Gardeners busy!
Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners (WCEMG) had a busy October, with lots of opportunities to share with the community. Goober Games on Oct. 7, the group assisted children with planting peanuts. Later that week, Master Gardener Intern Gard...
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Stockdale ISD to honor veterans Nov. 11
Stockdale Independent School District (ISD) invites the community to attend a Veterans Day Ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 9:30 a.m. in the Stockdale High School gym. Coffee and donuts will be provided for all veterans. Stockdale High School i...
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Join LV Historical Association for Veterans Day event Nov. 11
The La Vernia Historical Association invites the public to a Veterans Day ceremony at the La Vernia Veterans Memorial in La Vernia City Park on Tuesday, Nov. 11, beginning at 11 a.m. Those planning to attend are encouraged to invite veterans to...
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Parade, Vietnam Traveling Wall to highlight Veterans Day in Seguin
A parade and an opening celebration for the Traveling Vietnam Wall are among the highlights of a Veterans Day Tribute to Heroes on Tuesday, Nov. 11, in Seguin. The Guadalupe County Veterans Coalition, the city of Seguin, and Guadalupe County ar...
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Most popular veterans benefits have no expiration date
While some people may think that the veterans benefits they have earned from military service could evaporate or disappear, this is inaccurate. The most popular veteran benefits have no expiration date. You can apply at any point and are not ti...
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Veterans get in free at state historic sites on Veterans Day
Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces will be granted free entry to all state-operated historic sites on Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11. Waiving entry fees for veterans provides the Texas Historical Commission an opportunity to extend its appreciat...
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National Museum of Pacific War plans Veterans Day event
The National Museum of the Pacific War invites the public to its annual Veterans Day Commemoration on Tuesday, Nov. 11, beginning at 11 a.m. This special event — free and open to the public — will be held in the Memorial Courtyard of the museum...
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FHS Fabulous 50th Reunion recognizes veterans
At the Floresville High School “Fabulous 50th Reunion” Oct. 10, celebrating graduates from 1945-1975, organizers asked all of the veterans in attendance to stand and be recognized. “There were so many that it was hard to get them in the photo!”...
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Local no-kill animal shelter seeks donations
The Wilson County No Kill Animal Shelter invites all to join its “Debt Free in 90 Days” campaign, through Jan. 25, 2026. Overcoming operational debt will support the shelter in continuing its lifesaving work for animals needing rescue and care....
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Johnny Cash leaves his mark in Wilson County
Johnny Cash left more than memories behind when he filmed “Thaddeus Rose and Eddie,” a madefor TV movie, in Floresville in the 1970s. He also left his autograph on the wall of a local business — and it’s still there! Located in what is now “The...
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Wilson Area Children's Foundation provides for Thanksgiving
Bob Baker and Lexy Moy with the Wilson Area Children’s Foundation present a generous contribution to Floresville Food Pantry Director Rose Holcombe. The donation will help make the Thanksgiving food distribution possible — ensuring local famili...
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READ ALL OVER WINNER
Jillian Hrubetz and Carol Rutledge, both of Stockdale, take time to visit and read twin copies of the Wilson County News Sept. 19 at the Oklahoma Welcome Center, just across the Oklahoma-Texas state line. After a short visit, they proceeded to ...
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0:47
Practicing reverence -- our attitude when worshipping matters
Drivers who are meticulous about traveling the speed limit may do so for varied reasons. Some are conscientious about what they are doing. They believe that out of respect for the safety of themselves and other motorists that it is a wholly pro...
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Gate honors Charlie Kirk's memory
A gate at the Rackler Ranch near La Vernia honors the memory of conservative advocate Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated Sept. 10 while speaking on the campus of Utah Valley University. Kirk founded the nonprofit Turning Point USA; the organiza...
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Bobby Kotzur to be inducted into Texas State Hall of Honor
Robert “Bobby” Kotzur of Poth is among four Texas State University alumni who will be inducted into the Texas State Hall of Honor as the four members for the 2025 Class; the honors were announced recently by the Texas State “T” Association. Kot...
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PACT annual meeting in Panna Maria
The Polish American Council of Texas (PACT) will hold its annual meeting on Saturday, Nov. 15, at the Polish Heritage Center in Panna Maria. The meeting will begin after a welcome reception at 9 a.m. and will include Polish traditions, dancing ...
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Early voting concludes; Election Day is Nov. 4
Wilson County voter turnout continued to be light in the second week of early voting ahead of the Nov. 4 general and local elections. As of Friday, Oct. 31, a total of 2,391 ballots had been cast. Total ballots cast on: •Monday, Oct. 27— 224 •T...
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Federal holiday will delay WCN delivery
Your Nov. 12 issue of the Wilson County News may arrive a little late in the mail next week. This is due to post offices being closed Tuesday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day, which is a federal holiday. The newspaper will be available on newsstands ...
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After the storm: Residents reflect on the Floresville tornado 10 years later
“We can be thankful the one we lived through wasn’t worse … to actually be in its path and be OK…” Coy Tackitt said, reflecting on the EF-2 tornado which hit Floresville 10 years ago. Tackitt, who was coaching the boys basketball team at Flores...
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Cueing up in the Floresville Event Center
Audience members watch the action as contestants review and line up their shots during the American Cuesports Alliance Texas State Championships, held Oct. 15-19 in the Floresville Event Center. Tournament action Oct. 17 honored the late Flores...
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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 •O...
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4:39
We don't send 3-year-olds to the salt mines
Dear Dave, I’m trying to wrap my head around your commission method of giving money to kids. We have an 11-yearold and a 16-year-old. Should they have individual lists of tasks, or should there be one big list they both work from on a first-com...
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Archdiocese of San Antonio: We do not use GoFundMe to collect donations
If you noticed your local Catholic parish suddenly asking for support through GoFundMe, think before you donate. The GoFundMe company has recently created about 1.4 million pages to collect donations for nonprofit organizations without their co...
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Host a Blue Santa Toy Drive donation station
Calling all businesses! Would you like to host a Blue Santa Toy Drive donation station? The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office, Floresville Police Department, Nixon Police Department, and Wilson County Emergency Services District 2 are teaming up f...
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Premiums rise as ACA open enrollment begins
The window for signing up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act is now open through Jan. 15, with most Texans expected to pay considerably higher premiums, The Texas Tribune reported. Federal subsidies that reduced premium rates ...
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Floresville Council honors Ashley Silguero during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Floresville resident and breast cancer fighter Ashley Silguero (center) is surrounded by family and friends Oct. 23, as the Floresville City Council proclaims October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Pictured are (l-r) council members Mario Mo...
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0:48
Bluebonnet Book Shop celebrates with ribbon-cutting
With family, friends, customers, Floresville city officials, and members of the Floresville Chamber of Commerce and Floresville Lions Club in attendance, Lynette Shaw snips the ribbon Nov. 1 at her business, Bluebonnet Book Shop. Located at 100...
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Floresville Lions seek vendors, sponsors for 'Breakfast with Santa' event
The Floresville Lions Club invites area businesses to join them as vendors or sponsors for their Breakfast with Santa and holiday bazaar. The family-friendly event is set for Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 a.m. to noon in the Wilson County Expo and C...
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Floresville Police Department introduces mascot
Look who has joined the Floresville Police Department! “Trooper” the husky is on a mission to bring smiles, spread kindness, and remind the community that Floresville Police Department officers are here to serve and protect with compassion. Tro...
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Sign up by Nov. 17 to participate in Floresville mural project
Volunteers are invited to join in painting a colorful mural planned for downtown Floresville. The Wilson County Beautification Association (WCBA), along with Floresville Beautiful, has teamed up with professional muralist Rosalba McCain of Canv...
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La Vernia police arrest suspect in stabbing
La Vernia police have arrested a local woman after following a blood trail leading to her apartment. Officers with the La Vernia Police Department were dispatched Oct. 20 to a convenience store in the 12000 block of U.S. 87 W. for a possible st...
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AI data center is coming to Wilson County
Wilson County may be home to an AI data center in the near future. A renewable energy and data infrastructure project — called Misae Energy Hub — is aimed to be established on 2,742 acres near Stockdale, through a company called Misae Investmen...
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Three-vehicle crash kills La Vernia woman
A La Vernia woman has died, following a three-vehicle crash on U.S. 87. Donna Walpole, 66, was driving a white 2018 Chevrolet Spark on Oct. 28 around 9:30 a.m., headed northwest on U.S. 87 just south of La Vernia near Thompson Lane and Kelsey P...
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1:46
Mighty Pirate Band honors Band Beau, Sweetheart
On band Parent Night Oct. 17, the Poth High School Marching Band recognizes seniors Band Beau Maximus Alvizo and Band Sweetheart Marlene Perez, as the Pirates hosted the Stockdale Brahmas at Jack Lane Field.
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ROTC helps serve turkey dinners in St. Hedwig
“Our American Legion Post 539 could not succeed without the help of our Legionnaires, volunteers, family, and friends,” said Judy Booth with the Post 539 Auxiliary. This includes the help of cadets with the East Central High School Junior ROTC....
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WCN brings science to life
Veronica Patt of Van Buren, Ark., shared the results of a “Kid Scoop” experiment that was published in the Oct. 22 edition of the Wilson County News. Following the instructions from “The Oozing Foam Blob!”, Veronica videoed her daughter, 5-year...
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Wilson County 4-H Archery Project replaces sign
For the last 40 years Chester Dugi (center) has been gracious enough to allow Wilson County 4-H to place a sign on his property off U.S. 181. Members of the Wilson County 4-H Archery Project — Joshua Brown, Gabriel Campos, Emma Aldridge, Benjam...
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Faith formation students help clean up cemetery
Eighth-graders preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation in the faith formation program at Blessed Sacrament Church in Poth meet Oct. 18 to clean and prepare the cemetery for All Souls Day.
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FALLS CITY CHEERLEADERS ARE REGIONAL CHAMPIONS
Falls City cheerleaders are the NCA Regional South Texas Champions in Medium Game Day Division. They competed on Oct. 26 in San Antonio. Their championship earns them a spot at Nationals in January.
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Mustangs fall to Badgers by one touchdown on Senior Night
In front of a packed Mustang Stadium crowd and a sea of blue and red, the Nixon-Smiley Mustangs battled with heart and determination on Senior Night but fell just short to the Karnes City Badgers, dropping a hard-fought contest by one touchdown...
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STOCKDALE CROSS COUNTRY ATHLETES COMPETE AT STATE
Stockdale cross country athletes Jersey Brantley (l-r) and Cooper Warrick are all smiles in Round Rock for the State cross country meet Oct. 30. They are finishing off an outstanding season with Brantley taking 94th place with a time of 13:14, ...
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LEANN WISE REACHES 2,000 CAREER KILLS
Congratulations to Stockdale junior volleyball player Leann Wise on reaching an incredible 2,000 career kills.Article Link
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Stockdale Brahmas bash Natalia Mustangs, 61-34
The Stockdale Brahmas faced the Natalia Mustangs in a District game on Friday, Oct 31, in Natalia. The Brahmas received the opening kickoff and the Brahma offense began to “pound the rock” with senior Ricky Ayala and junior Trey Miller. Junior ...
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East Central Hornets drop season finale to Clemens Buffaloes
East Central’s frustrating, injury-plagued 2025 campaign came to a close on Friday, Oct. 31, as they fell by a final score of 28-6 to Clemens at Hornet Stadium. The loss dropped the Hornets to 2-8 on the season and 1-7 in District 29-6A. This m...
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Volleyball playoff updates
Congratulations to the following high school volleyball teams in the Wilson County News coverage area for your bid in the playoffs. Area •Floresville v Lago Vista, Monday, Nov. 3, 7 pm, at Buda Johnson HS •La Vernia v Davenport, Tuesday, Nov. 4...
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POTH CHEER MAKES HIGH MARKS AT REGIONALS
Poth cheerleaders perform during the NCA Regional South Texas competition in San Antonio Oct. 26. They earned fifth place out of 11 teams and have earned a spot at Nationals in January. Congratulations!
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Pirette runners make fifth appearance at State
The Poth Pirette cross country team made their fifth straight appearance at the State cross country meet in Round Rock on Oct. 31. The team placed seventh overall. Pirette senior Brooklyn Albert placed fourth individually with a course personal...
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BAND, CHEER, DANCE RALLY FOR TIGERS
Tiger spirit was unbroken Oct. 31 as the Mighty Tiger Band, cheerleaders, and Tigerette dance team rally around the Tiger football team as they hosted the La Vernia Bears for their final home game of the season.
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Seventh-grade Jaguars dominate Lady Bulldogs
Floresville Middle School seventh-grade girls basketball teams traveled to Somerset Oct. 22 to take on the Lady Bulldogs in their opening games. Both Jaguar A and B teams came out strong. The A team took the lead against Somerset and defeated t...
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FLORESVILLE CELEBRATES SENIOR NIGHT
The Floresville High School varsity Tigers hosted Senior Night at Eschenburg Stadium Oct. 31. The seniors took the field, escorted by their parents, for the final time of their high school careers.
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Subvarsity Tigers take on Bears
Floresville freshman and junior varsity football teams traveled to La Vernia Oct. 30 to take on the Bears. The freshman Tigers lost 12-39 to the Bears. Floresville junior varsity won 28-22 against La Vernia. This week, the subvarsity Tigers wil...
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JAGUARS ARE BI-DISTRICT CHAMPIONS
Jaguar scores and stats •(10/24) Floresville def. Pleasanton, 3-0: 25-15, 25-17, 25-19 •(10/30) Floresville def. Gonzales, 3-0: 25- 18, 25-14, 25-11 Digs: Eliyah Flores 7, Sabree Woelfer 7, Lyla Smith 6 Assists: Maddie Harden 16, Lailah Fuentes...
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Notable monuments to veterans across the U.S.
Veterans Day honors the millions of men and women who have sacrificed much to serve in the United States military. Veterans Day is commemorated each year on November 11 because it was that day in 1918 when an armistice was reached between comba...
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3:18
Furred, Finned, - Feathered Friends
Share your pet or friend; email reader@lavernianews.com.Article Link
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Guiseppe Sarto Krawietz family celebrates reunion
It’s been 29 years, and the families of Guiseppe Sarto Krawietz are still holding family reunions and making new connections. At the helm of reunion planning this year was Patricia Szalwinski, Laura Krawietz Dylla, Helen Krawietz Noll, and Pett...
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Cecelia Kay Wiatrek
Clayton and Chelsey Wiatrek of New Braunfels, Texas are excited to announce the birth of the newest addition to their family, a precious baby girl, Cecelia Kay Wiatrek. Kayden Grace and Easton Thomas are also excited about the arrival of their ...
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Happy 100th birthday, Anita Esquivel!
Anita Esquivel of Adkins celebrates her birthday with a party Oct. 11, after turning 100 on Oct. 9; she was joined by many family members and friends for the occasion.
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Floresville Musical Club enjoys Halloween-themed gathering
As the ladies of the Floresville Musical Club entered the Floresville United Methodist Church Hall for the first meeting of the new season, they were met by spooktacular decorations associated with Halloween. The tables were adorned with skelet...
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Northeast Lakeview College plans benefit Nov. 6
Join Northeast Lakeview College for the Blue Jean Benefit on Thursday, Nov. 6, 5-8 p.m., at the Blue Bonnet Palace, located at 17630 Lookout Road in Selma. Proceeds support scholarships and services for students attending Northeast Lakeview Col...
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Dance to Grace Partridge, Sean O'Brien at Nov. 6 Opry
Come enjoy some toe-tappin’ tunes with Grace Partridge, with special guest Sean O’Brien, and the Floresville Opry House Band on Thursday, Nov. 6, from 6-9:15 p.m. in the Wilson County Expo and Community Center. Doors open at 5 p.m. General admi...
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Meet local artists at Nov. 1 art show, sale
Browse and buy art from a slate of area artists and artisans Saturday, Nov. 1, in La Vernia, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Meet and greet a variety of local artists and see their works of art in acrylics, oils, mixed media, photography, acrylic pourin...
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Enjoy bingo Nov. 2 in St. Hedwig
Come and enjoy an afternoon of bingo, food, and fun on Sunday, Nov. 2, with American Legion Auxiliary Unit 539 at 14290 F.M. 1346 in St. Hedwig. Doors open at 2 p.m., prior to the start of bingo at 3 p.m. Four sessions of eight games will be pl...
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Courage Ranch to host purse bingo Nov. 2
Courage Ranch invites community members to try their luck at purse bingo on Sunday, Nov. 2, from 2-7 p.m., at the Floresville Event Center. The Dia de Los Muertos-themed event will include a table-decorating contest before the start of bingo. G...
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Christ Methodist Church plans Lord's Acre dinner Nov. 2
Christ Methodist Church in Stockdale invites the community to enjoy its Lord’s Acre Fried Chicken Dinner on Sunday, Nov. 2, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Plates are drive-through only and include Chatman’s fried chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, ...
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St. Jerome parish fall festival Nov. 2
Make plans now to take your family out for a day of fun and food on Sunday, Nov. 2, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the St. Jerome Catholic Church Fall Festival, 7955 Real Road, in San Antonio. Enjoy arts and crafts, vendor booths, and a prize ...
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Meet local artists at Nov. 1 art show, sale
Browse and buy art from a slate of area artists and artisans Saturday, Nov. 1, in La Vernia, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Meet and greet a variety of local artists and see their works of art in acrylics, oils, mixed media, photography, acrylic pourin...
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Tribal Buffalo Project to host Farmers Market Nov. 1
Spend the day at the Farmers Market at Texas Tribal Buffalo Ranch on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit the buffalo herd and shop fresh, local produce and food, as well as handmade goods from vendors located within 200 miles of Flor...
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Tribal Buffalo Project to host Farmers Market Nov. 1
Spend the day at the Farmers Market at Texas Tribal Buffalo Ranch on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit the buffalo herd and shop fresh, local produce and food, as well as handmade goods from vendors located within 200 miles of Flor...
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Attend 'Light in the Darkness Fall Fest' in Adkins Nov. 1
Come find life in Christ during the Light the Darkness Fall Festival, on Saturday, Nov. 1, at River of Life Christian Fellowship, located at 12335 La Vernia Road in Adkins. Enjoy food, games, and fun from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information ...
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Attend 'Light in the Darkness Fall Fest' in Adkins Nov. 1
Come find life in Christ during the Light the Darkness Fall Festival, on Saturday, Nov. 1, at River of Life Christian Fellowship, located at 12335 La Vernia Road in Adkins. Enjoy food, games, and fun from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information ...
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Halloween fun at The Rock church
Join the folks at The Rock United Methodist Church (UMC) in St. Hedwig on Friday, Oct. 31, from 6-8 p.m. for lots of free Halloween fun! “Trunk or treat” for candy and treats at decorated cars, and enjoy hot dogs, pumpkin decorating, and a hayr...
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Halloween fun at The Rock church
Join the folks at The Rock United Methodist Church (UMC) in St. Hedwig on Friday, Oct. 31, from 6-8 p.m. for lots of free Halloween fun! “Trunk or treat” for candy and treats at decorated cars, and enjoy hot dogs, pumpkin decorating, and a hayr...
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'Truck or treat' on Halloween in Floresville
Get in the “spirit” of Halloween on Friday, Oct. 31, as Wilson County ESD 5 Fire & Rescue presents its sixth annual “Truck or Treat” event, starting at 5 p.m. Drop by the fire station at 1350 Hospital Blvd. in Floresville and meet the firef...
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'Truck or treat' on Halloween in Floresville
Get in the “spirit” of Halloween on Friday, Oct. 31, as Wilson County ESD 5 Fire & Rescue presents its sixth annual “Truck or Treat” event, starting at 5 p.m. Drop by the fire station at 1350 Hospital Blvd. in Floresville and meet the firef...
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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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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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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 “Dog Days of Summer” photo contest and Fall Car Care trivia contest. WANT TO JOIN TH...
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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 “Dog Days of Summer” photo contest and Fall Car Care trivia contest. WANT TO JOIN TH...
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Help save the Tiner-Hendrick House
The Tiner-Hendrick House, a historical landmark in Sutherland Springs, is in danger of being demolished at the end of this year. The house, built by Jesse Lane Tiner is 1887, has suffered from neglect over the last couple of decades. The presen...
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Help save the Tiner-Hendrick House
The Tiner-Hendrick House, a historical landmark in Sutherland Springs, is in danger of being demolished at the end of this year. The house, built by Jesse Lane Tiner is 1887, has suffered from neglect over the last couple of decades. The presen...
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Beef market dynamics should be allowed to operate freely
Editor: USDA announced its “Plan to Fortify the Beef Industry” Oct. 22, after speculation that increased beef imports will be pursued by the Trump administration. Texas Farm Bureau has heard from members across the state expressing concern over...
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Say 'Grats' at dinner
Editor: When we read about problems and tragedies, it’s easy to become distressed. To increase happiness, think about things for which you have gratitude. My family does this at the end of dinner when we say “grats.” This involves one person te...
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Democrats prioritize welfare over national security
Few speak the truth as clearly and succinctly as House Speaker Mike Johnson. Appearing on ABC’s “This Week” last Sunday, co-host Jonathan Karl challenged the speaker’s calling the recent No King rallies “Hate America Rallies,” calling them “the...
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Democrats prioritize welfare over national security
Few speak the truth as clearly and succinctly as House Speaker Mike Johnson. Appearing on ABC’s “This Week” last Sunday, co-host Jonathan Karl challenged the speaker’s calling the recent No King rallies “Hate America Rallies,” calling them “the...
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We need billionaires who do the right thing
I don’t get politicians who rail against billionaires. There are all kinds of billionaires. Many got rich inventing products we hold dear. Others got rich doing societally useless things like inventing crypto meme coins. And some made their pil...
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Shorts and stops: Shutdown, illegals voting, the 'king'
Is it TDS? “Must we choose between canonizing Donald Trump and hating him? Why can’t we just be happy that he’s doing what we hired him to do?” These are questions posed by Jack Devine writing for PatriotPost.us. They are good questions that de...
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National Night Out fills Elmendorf City Park
A drone captures the scene Oct. 7, as folks gather in the Felix B. Guerra Elmendorf City Park for National Night Out, hosted by the city and Elmendorf Police Department. Participants met members of the police department and first responders, en...
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Renewing subscription and acquaintance
Wilson County News reporter Greg Ripps and Wilson County resident Bill Dubel “catch up” Oct. 2, after Dubel visited the newspaper office to renew his subscription. These two former Texas Air National Guardsmen served in the 149th Fighter Wing a...
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FLORESVILLE TORNADO -- 10 YEARS ON
This week marks 10 years since a tornado hit Floresville in the early morning hours of Oct. 30, 2015. The twister carved a path more than 5 miles long through the city, damaging Floresville High School, as well as homes and businesses. What do ...
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J.A.M. Automotive is loyal to NIE
Johnny Macias of J.A.M. Automotive in Floresville points to the plaques on the wall in his office showing his loyal 19 years of support to the Wilson County News Newspapers In Education (NIE) program. Macias is a proud supporter of youth progra...
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MEETING WATCH
WCN “Meeting Watches” present highlights from recent meetings of some area entities; not all entities, or their actions or discussions, are included here. These entities also met recently: •Wilson County ESD 4, Oct. 21 •St. Hedwig City Council ...
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INDICTMENTS
The Wilson County Grand Jury met Oct. 17 and returned indictments in 16 cases. The following 12 individuals are among the defendants scheduled for arraignment Nov. 10: •Neah R. Aguirre, 25, of Floresville was indicted on a charge of assault of ...
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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Vincent Ibarra, 43, of Floresville was indicted in May 2022 on a charge of unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, after an alleged i...
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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 •O...
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Texas A-M Forest Service helps to equip six area volunteer fire departments
Six area volunteer fire departments (VFDs) have been granted funds from the Texas A&M Forest Service, which approved 4 million in funding to award 558 fire trucks and 321 slip-on units to Texas volunteer fire departments Oct. 14 through the...
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Learning to delay gratification is part of maturing emotionally
Dear Dave, I know a big part of your teaching centers around the importance of learning to delay gratification. You seem to believe reaching a level of maturity where you can do this is essential to attain the things in life that are really imp...
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How is Christ a 'dividing sword'?
Many have tried to destroy the Bible. In A.D. 303, the Roman emperor Diocletian issued an edict to destroy Christians and their Bibles. Over a burned Bible, he built a monument on which he had inscribed, “Extincto nomine Christianorum” (the nam...
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New Rotary Club gets rolling in Wilson County
Wilson County residents are about to see something new and powerful take shape in their community. Rotary International, a worldwide service and leadership organization with more than 1.2 million members in 220 countries, is planting roots in W...
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Guadalupe County Master Gardeners to meet Nov. 8, 12
Join the Guadalupe County Master Gardeners at the Schertz Public Library, located at 798 Schertz Parkway, on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for “Indoor House Plants 101,” presented by Advanced Master Gardener Karen Brkich. The prog...
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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 Nov. 4 general and local elections. Early voting began Oct. 20 and continues through this Friday, Oct. 31. As of Friday, Oct. 24, 893 ballots had been cast. To...
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M-M Grill hopes to reopen after fire
“We’re trying to see what we can do,” Mike Lopez told the Wilson County News. “Our goal is to reopen.” Lopez, who owns the M&M Grill in Stockdale with his wife, Marina, was considering the future, following an early morning fire Oct. 20 tha...
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Elmendorf railroad collection grows
A large railroad car arrived in Elmendorf Oct. 7, not accompanied by the whistle of an engine or the clickety-clack of metal wheels, but transported on the back of a flatbed trailer. The move was accomplished by Dodson House Moving from the com...
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Altercation at football game prompts UIL investigation
An altercation between two football players at a junior varsity game between La Vernia and A.C. Jones High School in Beeville has the districts and the University Interscholastic League (UIL) investigating the incident. La Vernia’s junior varsi...
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Wilson County ESD 2 earns ISO Class 4 rating; lower insurance premiums may result
Wilson County Emergency Services District 2 (ESD 2) announces a significant achievement that may benefit property owners throughout its service area in the North Central region of Wilson County. Following a comprehensive evaluation by the Insur...
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Officials discuss future medical examiner facility
Texas state Sen. Pete Flores (l-r) converses with David Bradley of Tegrity Contractors Inc., general contractor for the 81st Judicial District regional medical examiner facility to be located in Pleasanton, and Wilson County Pct. 4 Commissioner...
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Falls City ISD to honor veterans at Nov. 11 event
The Falls City Independent School District invites the community to honor all veterans at the 2025 Falls City ISD Veterans Day Ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 9:30 a.m. in the Falls City High School competition gym. Attendees are asked to park...
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Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital to mark 50 years with Nov. 1 community event
KENEDY — Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, marking five decades of dedicated service to the health and well-being of families across Karnes County and surrounding rural communities. Founded in 1975, Ot...
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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@wcn-online.com. If it is published, you may visit the WCN office to claim your prize....
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Shutdown could halt SNAP for 3.5 million Texans
The continuing federal shutdown means food benefits provided to 3.5 million Texans could be cut off in November, The Texas Tribune reported. Of those affected, nearly half are children. “SNAP has funding available for benefits and operations th...
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Library seeks Texas authors for 2026 Book Festival in Floresville
Calling all Texas authors! The Wilson County Public Libraries are looking for authors who live in Texas, are from Texas, or have written a book about Texas for the 2026 Book Festival. The festival will be held Friday and Saturday, June 5-6, 202...
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WCN, JCZ Farm make llama dream come true for former Floresville resident
What could a newspaper, a retired public servant, and a few regal-looking llamas possibly have in common? Because of Ms. M.C. Forister, a strong new bond has been established amongst the three. Although she refers to herself as “Old Lady Forist...
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Floresville Council OKs business zoning near Pecan Park
[Video below] The Floresville City Council has approved a property rezoning, against the city’s Planning and Zoning Committee’s recommendation. During the Oct 23 council meeting, residents flocked to speak during a public hearing regarding the ...
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No injuries in single-vehicle rollover in Floresville
First responders tend to the scene of a single-vehicle rollover accident around 8 p.m. Oct. 25 on Business Loop 181 near the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Floresville. According to the Floresville Police Department, the driver stated he had...
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Fire claims home north of Floresville
A home north of Floresville has been deemed a complete loss, following a fire last Thursday morning. Wilson County District 2 Emergency Services, assisted by three other agencies, responded to reports of a structure fire Oct. 23 in the 100 bloc...
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County opposes Springs Hill water plan
[Video below] Wilson County officials have gone on record to join county residents in opposition to a plan to export water from the county. Commissioners met Oct. 27 and unanimously adopted a formal resolution — drafted with the assistance of t...
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Learn about A-M Engineering Academy Nov. 1
Learn how to become an Aggie engineering student with the Nighthawk Experience: Texas A&M Engineering Academy. The event will be hosted at Northeast Lakeview College on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 1201 Kitty Hawk Road in Uni...
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Heather Tschoepe inducted into Phi Kappa Phi
Heather Tschoepe of Floresville was recently elected to membership in the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. She was initiated at Angelo State University. Membership t...
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Poth FFA Homesite team advances to State
Congratulations to the Poth FFA Homesite Evaluation team, on placing fifth at the Area contest earlier this month! Team members Emma Powell, Peyton Schuenemann, Ty Schuenemann, Hunter Wiatrek, Monica Gonzalez, and Janszen Pfeifer are now headed...
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STOCKDALE RUNNERS ADVANCE TO STATE
Stockdale cross country runners Jersey Brantley and Cooper Warrick are both State qualifiers after competing at Regionals in Corpus Christi Oct. 20. They will compete in the State meet on Thursday, Oct. 30, in Round Rock. Congratulations!
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Stockdale Brahmas tame Karnes City Badgers, 41-31
The Stockdale Brahmas faced the Karnes City Badgers in a tough District (Homecoming) game at Bobby Russell Field on Friday, Oct 24, in Stockdale. The Brahmas received the opening kickoff and immediately set the tone offensively. Seniors Jacob M...
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Mustangs fall short to Dilley Wolves
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs battled hard Friday night, Oct. 24, but came up just short in a tough District matchup against the Dilley Wolves, falling by one touchdown in a 21–14 loss that dropped the Mustangs to 5–3 on the season. Despite flashes...
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Pirette cross country earns another Region Championship
Poth Pirette cross country is yet again the Region Champions after competing in the Region IV cross country meet Oct. 20 in Corpus Christi. This is their fourth consecutive year to earn the title. Results are as follows. Senior Brooklyn Albert,...
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Volleyball playoffs
Congratulations to the following volleyball teams in the Wilson County News coverage area for making the playoffs! Bi-District •Falls City v Shiner – Thursday, Oct. 30, 7 pm, in Seguin •Floresville v Gonzales – Thursday, Oct. 30, 7 pm, in Flore...
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Hornets comeback falls short in overtime loss
For the second time this season, the East Central Hornets found themselves on the short end of the stick in overtime. This time, they fell to the Johnson Jaguars in Buda at Bob Shelton Stadium Oct. 24, by a final score of 35-28. The loss droppe...
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LAILAH FUENTES CELEBRATES 500 ASSISTS
Floresville freshmen Lailah Fuentes (1) is celebrated for her 500th-career assist Oct. 24.Article Link
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MADDIE HARDEN ACHIEVES 3,500 ASSISTS
Floresville senior Maddie Harden (2) celebrates 3,500 career assists Oct. 24. Congratulations!Article Link
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JAGUARS ENJOY PERFECT DISTRICT SEASON WITH CONSECUTIVE CHAMPIONSHIPS
Jaguars head to playoffs Floresville will face Gonzales on Thursday, Oct. 30, 7 p.m., in Floresville, for the Bi-District title. Watch wilsoncountynews.com for playoff updates. Jaguar scores and stats •(10/21) Floresville def. Carrizo Springs, ...
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Floresville cross country heads to State
Floresville cross country competed at the Regional meet in Corpus Christi on Oct. 21. Both boys and girls teams finished in third place and will advance to the State meet in Round Rock on Saturday, Nov. 1. Individually, Kaden Cypert completed a...
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Mighty Tiger Band advances to State
The Floresville High School Mighty Tiger Band has had yet another stellar marching season which has landed them a spot at State! On Saturday, Oct. 25, the band traveled to Calallen High School Phil Danaher Stadium in Corpus Christi for the 4A A...
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Three-vehicle crash closes U.S. 87 south of La Vernia
Update 3:25 p.m. — U.S. 87 reopened to traffic at approximately 2:35 p.m. Wilson County Sheriff's Office has confirmed one fatality. A three-vehicle crash on U.S. 87 just outside La Vernia shortly before 10 a.m. has closed the highway in both d...
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Volleyball playoffs: La Vernia Lady Bears take on Decatur at State Championship
Congratulations to the following teams in the Wilson County News coverage area for making the playoffs! State Championship La Vernia fell to Decatur, 1-3, Friday, Nov. 21, 4 pm in Garland -Set 1: 25-19, La Vernia -Set 2: 25-20, Decatur -...
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Furred, Finned, - Feathered Friends
Share your pet or friend; email reader@lavernianews.com.Article Link
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Enjoy 'Sail Away Gala' Nov. 15 in Kosciusko Hall
Join the Poth Education Foundation on Saturday, Nov. 15, for the Sail Away Gala fundraiser in the Kosciusko Hall. This annual event raises funds benefiting classroom teachers and student in the Poth Independent School District. Doors open at 5 ...
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Poth alum Dustin Titzman, family, to make pitch on 'Shark Tank' Nov. 5
One of Poth’s own is diving into national waters! Poth High School graduate and San Antonio Fire Department veteran Dustin Titzman will appear on ABC’s hit series, “Shark Tank,” with his family on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 9 p.m. CST. Titzman, alon...
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Valerie Enriquez is Educator of the Quarter!
Valerie Enriquez, a special education teacher in the Poth Independent School District, is truly “special”! She was honored Oct. 3 by the Wilson County News and Firstmark Credit Union as the Educator of the Quarter, at a pep rally at Poth High S...
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CAST purse bingo Nov. 1
The Children’s Alliance of South Texas-A Child Advocacy Center (CAST) invites community members to a purse bingo event on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Karnes City. Individual tickets are and inclu...
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See Ballet Nepantla Oct. 30 in Von Ormy
See Ballet Nepantla’s “Mistica” on Thursday, Oct. 30, 7 p.m., in Southwest Legacy High School Theatre, 4495 S.W. Verano Parkway, Building 100, in Von Ormy. “Mistica,” the New York-based dance company’s latest production, commemorates traditions...
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Enjoy Master Gardeners plant sale Oct. 25
The Guadalupe County Master Gardeners are having a plant sale on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., on the Central Plaza Square in downtown Seguin during Pecan Fest. Attendees are invited to stop by and ask gardening questions from Mast...
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Redeemer United Church plans Harvest Fest Oct. 26
Redeemer United Church invites everyone to its Harvest Festival at the Bexar Social Hall, 15681 Bexar Bowling Road, in Marion, on Sunday, Oct. 26. The day will begin at 10:30 a.m. with worship, followed by a turkey dinner at 11 a.m. for drive-t...
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Attend Pow Wow in Floresville Oct. 24-25
Everyone is invited out to the Floresville Event Center, 600 S.H. 97 West, on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 24-25, to the Future Generations Championship Pow Wow. Hosted by the Society of Native Nations, the American Indian Movement of Central Texa...
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Enjoy Mama Mo's BBQ Cook-off Oct. 25
Plan to attend Mama Mo’s second annual BBQ Cook-off on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at American Legion Post 539 in St. Hedwig. The event will include giveaways and drawings, music, local vendors, kids’ activities, and family fun. A...
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Enjoy 'Family Mystery Night Hike' Oct. 25
Calling all mystery detectives! Gather the family and enjoy a free mystery night hike at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center on Saturday, Oct. 25. Become a Mitchell Lake mystery detective and help solve wildlife and nature mysteries you encounter on y...
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Music in the Park is Nov. 8 in Floresville
Mark your calendars for the inaugural Music in the Park on Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Floresville Event Center Amphitheater. The event is sponsored by the city of Floresville, in partnership with the Floresville Chamber of Commerce and the Flores...
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Play bingo Oct. 25 at The Rock
Enjoy an afternoon of fun with Rockin’ Bingo and Silent Auction at The Rock United Methodist Church on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost is at the door and includes bingo cards and lunch. A silent auction will also be availabl...
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Celebrate Old Town Days in Sutherland Springs
Spend a day of family fun at Sutherland Springs’ 36th annual Old Town Days celebration, Saturday, Oct. 25, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The day begins with a parade at 11 a.m., a children’s costume contest at noon, and a pet costume contest at 2:45 p.m. A...
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Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread makes a great fall dessert
One of the best parts of cooler weather is breaking out the go-to holiday recipes, including this delicious Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread. This mouthwatering dessert is great to share with a friend or neighbor. Wilson County News reporter Rachel...
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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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Scenes from the 81st annual Floresville Peanut Festival
Scenes from the 2025 Coronation of the ‘Court of Texas Enchantment,’ Goober Games, and the Grand Parade held Oct. 7-11 in Floresville
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Get your fill of fall and Halloween treats and tricks at these area events!
Looking for a way to celebrate fall, or get into the “spirit” of Halloween? Here are some area events to check out! Falls City •Halloween Dance — Saturday, Oct. 25, 8 p.m. to midnight, Falls City Community Hall, 306 S. Front St. Enjoy family fu...
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Free speech is not partisan, it's foundational
Editor: Recently, I participated in the “No Kings” protest in San Antonio. Like many others there, I oppose authoritarianism in all its forms, including the idea of any individual, Trump or otherwise, rising above democratic accountability. Aft...
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Thank you to the community
Editor: Vinyard Funeral Home would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Deacon Mark O’Toole, Roger Garza, the City of Floresville, Wilson County, and the community members who came together to honor and lay to rest Jane Doe, an unidentifie...
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A Palestinian state -- will it pass 'the Israel test'?
At this writing 20 remaining living Israeli hostages have been released by Hamas. Thank God. Twenty-four dead remain still to be released. These of the 251 taken hostages on that infamous Oct. 7, 2023, day. President Donald Trump is taking legi...
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Same old stuff
Fresh from his triumph in the Middle East, President Donald Trump returned to Washington and reverted to playing the vengeful monarch, holding a press conference in the White House to announce his enemies’ list and demand that they be prosecute...
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Shorts and stops: Fats, eating right, driver distractions
Fats “If you still believe that butter, beef, and full-fat cheese clog your arteries and are damaging your health, it’s time to relearn everything you know about these fat sources.” (from Mercola.com) It’s interesting to look back at how federa...
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Florence Baumann, Monroe Sickenius are Prairie Meadows' Peanut royalty
Siblings Monroe Sickenius and Florence Baumann pose regally with the historic Floresville’s “giant peanut” on the courthouse square Oct. 13, after being crowned as Prairie Meadows Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center Peanut Festival King and Qu...
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Rest in peace, Charlie Kirk
A sign honoring Charlie Kirk, the founder of conservative advocacy organization Turning Point USA who was assassinated Sept. 10, goes up Oct. 3 on a site between U.S. 87 and Chihuahua Street in La Vernia. Kirk, 31, was shot and killed while spe...
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Pacheco family invites Granado cousins to Nov. 1 reunion
Are you a Granado or Pacheco family descendant? If so, you are invited to a reunion on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 11 a.m. to midnight at the Floresville Event Center. This year, the big Pacheco family reunion — for descendants of Maria Robaina de B...
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Homecoming Meet - Greet Oct. 24 at Stockdale HS
The Stockdale Ex-Students and Teachers Association invites all to a Homecoming Meet & Greet on Friday, Oct. 24, from 5:30-7 p.m., in the Stockdale High School Food Court. Light refreshments will be served. The football game begins at 7 p.m....
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Polish American Council to meet in Panna Maria
The Polish American Council of Texas will hold its annual meeting on Saturday, Nov. 15, in the Polish Heritage Center, 13909 N. F.M. 81 in Panna Maria. The day will begin with a membership meeting at 8:30 a.m. and a welcome reception at 9 a.m. ...
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We can plan, and do much -- if the Lord wills it
A store manager overheard a clerk saying to a customer, “No, ma’am, we haven’t had any for some weeks now, and it doesn’t look as if we’ll be getting any soon.” Alarmed, the manager rushed over to the customer who was walking out the door and s...
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Wilson County Republican Women learn about Texas energy
Members of the Wilson County Republican Women’s Club and guests listen to Carson Clayton’s presentation Sept. 23 on Texas Energy Strategy; he was the guest speaker at the club’s monthly luncheon at Jack’s Café in Floresville. He serves as campa...
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MEETING WATCH
WCN “Meeting Watches” present highlights from recent meetings of some area entities; not all entities, or their actions or discussions, are included here. These entities also met recently: •Wilson County Emergency Services District 5, Oct. 14 a...
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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 “Dog Days of Summer” photo contest. WANT TO JOIN THESE WINNERS? Read the Wilson Coun...
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Nothing can make you happier ... or scare you more
Dear Dave, My wife and I recently learned she’s pregnant. She’s about to begin her second trimester, and we’re both really excited. There is a bit of concern, though. During a detailed ultrasound, the doctor found an issue that might mean our b...
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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Sarah E. Rivas, 35, of Floresville pleaded nolo contendere (no contest) Sept. 9 to a charge of fraudulent transfer of a motor vehi...
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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 •O...
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Ferman Chavez sentenced to 99 years without parole
Ferman Chavez of Floresville has received a sentence of 99 years, which must be served day-for-day without a possibility of parole. The sentence was handed down Oct. 16 by 81st Judicial District Judge Jennifer Dillingham, following a bench tria...
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Juan Seguin statue ceremony Oct. 26
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the dedication of Juan Seguin’s statue in the city named after him Sunday, Oct. 26, and the Texas hero’s birthday at the same time. The celebration will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Seguin Event Cen...
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Holy Name Society Mass for departed Nov. 2
Members of Holy Name Societies from throughout the Catholic Archdiocese of San Antonio will be converging on St. Gerard parish in the Alamo City Nov. 2 for a special Mass for the deceased. Rev. Thanh Nguyen, pastor of St. Gerard Church, will ce...
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Corrections
Corrections: The property-tax rate of [post_excerpt].0746 adopted by the Nixon-Smiley Consolidated Independent School District is a decrease from the prior, 2024- 25 tax rate, and not an increase as stated in the Oct. 15 article, “Nixon-Smiley ...
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Wilson County Republican Women to meet Oct. 28
The Wilson County Republican Women invite the public to attend their monthly meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 11:30 a.m., at Jack’s Cafe in Floresville. Guest speaker will be Michelle King, Development Director of Children’s Alliance of South Texas...
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Tickets on sale now for Veterans Day dinner, dance
Get ready for an exhilarating night at the 24th Annual Veterans’ Day Hangar Dinner Dance, hosted by the Commemorative Air Force, Central Texas Wing! This annual event, set for Saturday, Nov. 8, is a chance to honor and applaud the heroic Vetera...
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DRT Joshua Brown Chapter to learn about Buffalo Soldiers
The Joshua D. Brown Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas will meet at 10 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 27, in the First United Methodist Church Kerrville, at 321 Thompson Drive. The chapter is pleased to welcome fourth-generation Texan and ...
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Mu Chi Chapter helps foster kids 'belong'
Leanne Marshall, Floresville Independent School District Family and Community Specialist (second from left), accepts a donation of “belongings bags” from Wilson County Mu Chi Chapter members (l-r) Marilyn Bohach, Renee Caro, and Beverly LaFranc...
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Volunteers clean up China Grove creek bed
Volunteers work hard Sept. 25 to remove vegetation and trash from a creek bed crossed over by Triple Tree Drive in China Grove. The four-hour cleanup effort, taken to preclude a future drainage problem, involved at least 15 conscientious citize...
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Veteran-serving organizations invited to apply for grant
The Texas Veterans Commission invites applications for the fiscal year 2027 Fund for Veterans’ Assistance grants. An estimated million in grant funding is available. The grants are awarded to nonprofit organizations and local government agenci...
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CAST invites student volunteers to help with upcoming events
Students can earn community service hours by helping the Children’s Alliance of South Texas with its Nov. 1 “Dia de los Muertos Purse Bingo.” Volunteers will be needed both Thursday, Oct. 30, and the following Saturday, the day of the event, at...
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A.I.R. celebrates National Recovery Awareness Month
Founders and members of the Addicts in Recovery (A.I.R.) program in Floresville gather Sept. 26 to celebrate National Recovery Awareness Month. Gathering with A.I.R. founder and host Stephanie Tejada and her husband, Robbie, are members of the ...
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Mental Health Court members attend Houston summit
Members of the 81st Judicial District Mental Health Court recently attended the 2025 Texas Judicial Summit on Mental Health in Houston. The summit, Oct. 7-8, brought together judges, attorneys, law enforcement, and mental health professionals f...
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Jailhouse Museum brick campaign continues
Doug Fehse and his daughter, Samantha, lay bricks in the walkway in front of the Wilson County Jailhouse Museum Oct. 4 in downtown Floresville. A total of 31 bricks were installed that day to fulfill a promise to have them in place before the F...
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Early voting underway for November election
Early voting began Monday across Texas with voters deciding the fate of 17 proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution, as well as local races for city and school board, bond measures, and tax proposals. The Houston Chronicle reported that ma...
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Christmas Festival vendors invited
The Floresville Chamber of Commerce invites vendors to join the Christmas Festival on Saturday, Nov. 29, from 4-8 p.m. at the downtown Courthouse Square. Vendors may apply at http://bit.ly/4ndRZFn now through Nov. 14. For vendor questions, cont...
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Johnny Cash puts Floresville in the movies
This is a picture from 1978 of the late Margaret and Wilbert Teltschik with Johnny and June Carter Cash. Johnny and June were in Floresville to film portions of the made-for-TV movie “Thaddeus Rose and Eddie.” They are standing inside Teltschik...
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Chamber, H-R Block host networking event
Guests visit during a Floresville Chamber of Commerce networking event hosted by local H&R Block Floresville office Sept. 24. Local businesses connected with fellow professionals and expanded their networks.
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Floresville Lions ready for the Grand Parade
Members of the Floresville Lions Club and Cub Club participate in the 81st annual Floresville Peanut Festival Grand Parade Oct. 11 in downtown Floresville.
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City planning board denies one rezoning, OKs another
[Video below] “Commercial and business is already there at that corner; the city just hasn’t caught up yet,” Realtor Fred Ohnesorge told the Floresville Planning and Zoning Committee Oct. 14, referring to a property near Pecan Park. The committ...
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Stockdale residents sound off on water concerns
[Video below] Stockdale residents filled the city’s community center Oct. 15 in search of answers from Springs Hill Special Utility District on a proposed permit to transport groundwater outside of Wilson County. The answers they received were ...
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Laying a foundation for forensics in 81st District
81st Judicial District Attorney Audrey Louis (center) and county officials from the five counties in the district — Atascosa, Frio, Karnes, La Salle, and Wilson — break ground Oct. 17 on a regional medical examiner facility at 2134 Second St. i...
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0:45
Crews contain blaze at Stockdale restaurant
Reports of heavy smoke sent crews from two Wilson County agencies to a restaurant in Stockdale early Monday morning. Units were dispatched to the M&M Grill in the 100 block of S.H. 123 at approximately 1:30 a.m. Oct. 20, according to Wilson...
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Students compete in Spanish spelling bee
Congratulations to Ivan Navarro, Angeline Perez, Giovanni Mora Gonzalez, Keylee Gomez, Jaycee Gonzales, and Layla Cervantes from Heritage Middle School for qualifying for the next round of the ESC Region 20 6th Annual Spanish Spelling Bee! They...
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Artwork to be highlighted at exhibition
Congratulations to Ausha Reed, a talented student at Pecan Valley STEM Academy! Her charcoal self-portrait was selected for the prestigious Texas Art Education Association’s 2025 txEDCON Exhibition, which highlights outstanding student artwork ...
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Floral design students create homecoming mums
Homecoming wouldn’t be complete without the tradition of mums, and East Central High School’s Floral Design students are making sure Hornet pride is in full bloom this season. With creativity, craftsmanship, and plenty of school spirit, student...
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Cub Club earns first place in Kiddie Parade
Members of the Floresville Lions Cub Club participate in the Kiddie Parade Oct. 10 in downtown Floresville. The club earned first place for organizations with their float, “We love our Texas farmers!”
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Mighty Brahma Band goes to Area for third year in a row
The Stockdale Mighty Brahma Band competed at the Region 12 Marching Contest on Saturday, Oct. 18. The band scored straight ones, which has earned the Mighty Brahma Band a place in Area competition in Beeville on Nov 1. This is the third consecu...
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Stockdale Brahmas battle Pirates
The Stockdale Brahmas faced the Poth Pirates in a slugfest at Jack Lane Field on Friday, Oct 17, in Poth. The Pirates received the opening kickoff and after tackles by seniors Trent Gordon, Copeland Hall, Mason Almeida, and Monroe McGuffin, the...
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Lady Mustangs fight their way into playoff position
The Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustang volleyball team is hitting its stride at just the right time, earning key victories over Luling and Karnes City, twice each, to climb into fourth place in District as the playoff race heats up. While postseason qua...
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Mustangs roll past YMLA 38-0 in Homecoming shutout
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs delivered a dominant performance on Homecoming night, shutting out the YMLA Lions 38-0 at Mustang Stadium to improve to 5-2 overall and 2-2 in District play. The win marked one of the most complete efforts of the seaso...
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Eight area athletes earn SA Sports All-Star Football selection
A total of eight football players representing five high schools in the Wilson County News coverage area are among the 119 student athletes representing 68 high schools who have been chosen for the San Antonio Sports All-Star Football Game, pre...
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2:46
East Central Hornets fall to Canyon Cougars at home
On a night when Hornet Stadium was awash in pink as part of East Central’s annual Pink Out tradition on Friday, Oct. 17, the home team was left battered, black, and blue as they fell to the visiting New Braunfels Canyon Cougars by a final score...
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2:36
Furred, Finned, - Feathered Friends
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Stockdale Chamber of Commerce mixer is Oct. 18
Plan now to attend the Stockdale Chamber of Commerce fall mixer! Set for Saturday, Oct. 18, from 5-7 p.m., the mixer provides a chance for community business members and owners to meet and mingle with new business members at Seadog’s Social Clu...
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Masons promote good dental hygiene
Floresville North Elementary School nurse Debbie Stahl gladly accepts Fantastic Teeth toothbrush kits Sept. 18 from Floresville Masonic Lodge 515 Mason Leo Broom. The Grand Lodge of Texas provides kits to local lodges who then deliver them to a...
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District 1 firefighters visit Stockdale Elementary
Students at Stockdale Elementary School learn about firefighting and first responders from Wilson County District 1 Fire & Rescue personnel, during an Oct. 1 visit to the campus for Fire Prevention Week. District 1 Fire provides fire, rescu...
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Wilson County Master Gardeners to meet Oct. 23
The Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 6-7:30 p.m. Guest speaker Dr. Sayama Turner will present “Building Resilience, One Garden at a Time.” This meeting, which is free and open t...
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RSVP for WellMed Oct. 20 appreciation event
Learn about WellMed’s health care services while enjoying entertainment, games, and refreshments at the medical group’s Patient Appreciation Expo from 9-11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 20, at the Floresville Event Center. The event, which will feature ...
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Get your Halloween costume and dance shoes ready
Celebrate Halloween early on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. at the Falls City Community Hall with all requests music by J & M ProSounds. Costumes are optional, but you can join in the fun for the annual costume contest. The hall ...
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Glamour and Glitz Gala is Oct. 25
The Stockdale ISD Education Foundation’s 12th annual Glamour and Glitz Gala fundraiser is planned for Saturday, Oct. 25, from 6-11:30 p.m., in St. Mary’s Catholic Church Hall. Admission is per person, and includes dinner, dancing, and an aucti...
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Turkey dinner Oct. 19 in Cestohowa
The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Cestohowa welcomes the community to its annual Turkey Dinner on Sunday, Oct. 19. Serving begins at 10:30 a.m. and continues until all plates are sold. Plates are each and may be taken ...
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American Legion Post 539 turkey dinner
Enjoy food and fun and support veterans on Sunday, Oct. 19, at American Legion Post 539, 14290 F.M. 1346 in St. Hedwig. Serving of a turkey dinner with all the trimmings begins at 10:45 a.m.; plates are and may be enjoyed on site or to go. Des...
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Enjoy free Fall Festival Saturday in Helton Nature Park
Head out to Helton Nature Park on F.M. 775 north of Floresville this Saturday, Oct. 18, and enjoy a free Fall Festival, hosted by the San Antonio River Authority from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the park at 15662 F.M. 775. Take the whole family to Hel...
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Enjoy St. Anthony's fest Oct. 19
St. Anthony Catholic Church welcomes everyone out to its “Day in Old St. Anthony” Fall Festival on Sunday, Oct. 19. Enjoy food, fun, and friends from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the parish grounds at 16505 Kilowatt Road in Elmendorf. Lunch will be ser...
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Enjoy Oct. 19 Fall Fest at Haven Oaks church
Join Haven Oaks Community Bible Church for a day of fun, food, and fellowship at Fall Fest, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2-5 p.m. Enjoy family activities, a costume contest, a mechanical bull, and more. For information, call the church at 830-900-3186. H...
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Wilson County Trade Days Oct. 18
Wilson County Trade Days Fall Fest will be Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in Helton Nature Park. Local farmers, crafters, and bakers will be set up to sell produce, homemade goods, unique crafts, and more. Helton Nature Park is locat...
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Revival in the Park is this weekend in Stockdale
First Baptist Church Stockdale invites everyone to its Fall Revival in the Park this Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 18-19. This fourth annual revival by the church will take place in the Stockdale City Park, beginning Saturday at 7 p.m., with David ...
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Stockdale Market Days Oct. 18
Put on your Halloween costume and come enjoy a great day of food, candy, and activities at Stockdale Market Days on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Stockdale Chamber of Commerce parking lot. Vendors of all types are welcome. For...
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Shop, eat Oct. 18 at Falls City Market Day
Falls City Community Hall will host both a market day and a grilled sausage dinner on Saturday, Oct. 18. Both events will take place in the community hall at 306 W. Front St. in Falls City. The indoor market will include crafts, a farmer’s mark...
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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
Helen Martinez of Adkins (right) visits Westmoreland Hospital in Greensburg, Pa., where she was born, taking her trusty Wilson County News along for the trip. “Visiting my birthplace in Greensburg has always been an item on my bucket list,” Hel...
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Scenes from the 81st annual Floresville Peanut Festival
Scenes from the 2025 Coronation of the ‘Court of Texas Enchantment,’ Goober Games, Kiddie Parade, and the Grand Parade held in Floresville
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John Lira announces bid for U.S. House, District 35
This is a candidate announcement for a candidate in the upcoming March 2026 party primaries. This does not constitute an endorsement; submissions appear as resources permit. John Lira is seeking the Democratic Party’s nomination to run for U.S....
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False narrative
Editor: A false narrative has been circulating stating that to get great teachers, FISD needs to go to a four-day work week. This flies in the face of common sense. A great teacher is a teacher dedicated to teaching their students appropriate s...
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Dont just 'feel' when you vote; think!
Editor: Re: “One Opinion: Amendment confusion” and “Don’t rely on ballot language,” Oct. 8 Wilson County News. We do have to be wary of something that “sounds” good, but may actually not only be bad for our pocketbooks, but also be completely u...
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Government shutdown: Smokescreen for Democratic Party bankrupt of ideas
A basic truth is that nothing stays the same. This is true for any individual or any nation. Each day you are not the same person you were yesterday. Either you are moving forward or backward. Either you are improving or deteriorating. I often ...
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It had to end
Too much suffering on both sides. Too much division. Too much danger for Israel to be as isolated and stigmatized as it has become. Too big a rift between American Jews and the homeland we love. Do President Donald Trump and his team deserve cr...
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Shorts and stops: Hostages return to tenuous peace
“There is a time for everything, ... a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot; a time to kill and a time to heal, ... a time for war and a time for peace.” — Ecclesiastes 3 Peace On Monday morning, Israeli Prime...
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County Democrats to host Bobby Cole in Floresville
The Wilson County Democratic Party will host Democratic gubernatorial candidate Bobby Cole at its upcoming meeting on Thursday, Oct. 16, at 6:30 p.m. in the Wilson County Justice Center conference room; the justice center is located at 800 10th...
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Beautification Association, Floresville Beautiful team up for service project
FLORESVILLE — The Wilson County Beautification Association (WCBA) is proud to announce the completion of a major improvement project in the Floresville River Park: the repainting and restoration Sept. 13 of the beloved Texas-themed concrete dis...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/. Floresville Independent School District Meeting: Regular meeting, Oct. 6, 6:30-8:51 p.m., executive session 7:29-8:50 p.m. Actions: •Approved to apply...
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St. Philip's College to host veterans fair
St. Philip’s College will host its eighth annual Texas Veterans Fair on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Good Samaritan Veterans Outreach and Transition Center, located at 202 Connelly St. in San Antonio. The fair includes ser...
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Nixon-Smiley CISD voters to decide on tax rate proposal
Voters in the Nixon-Smiley Consolidated Independent School District (CISD) will go to the polls for a voter approval tax-rate election, on the ballot for Nov. 4. The district called the election in August. Voters will decide whether or not to a...
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Do dogs go to heaven? Here's what the Bible says
The children begged for a hamster, and after all the vows were given to take care of it, they got one. They named it “Danny.” Two months later, when mom found herself responsible for the creature, she found a prospective new home for it. The ch...
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Wilson County home to first Texas chapter of Combat Veterans International
Retired U.S. Navy torpedoman Marshall Quen of Adkins (left) receives his Combat Veterans International patch July 19, alongside Frank “Beans” Laux and Wilson County Combat Veteran Laurie Creek (right) after a national motorcycle run through the...
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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Kevin S. Higgins Jr., 23, of Floresville was originally sentenced in September 2020 to three years of deferred adjudication commun...
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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 •O...
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Eating out? You're spending more than you think
Dear Dave, What’s one unique step you took at any point in your life to save money that anyone is capable of doing if they put their mind to it? Jeff Dear Jeff, As I always say, living on a written, monthly budget is a key factor in getting out...
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Sales-and-use tax propositions on China Grove area ballot
Residents served by China Grove Fire & Rescue will have two sales-and-use tax propositions on their Nov. 4 election ballot. China Grove Fire & Rescue provides fire protection for Bexar County Emergency Services District (ESD) 9, which i...
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2:51
Friends of NRA puts down roots in Wilson County; first event Oct. 18
A Friends of NRA committee has officially formed in Wilson County. The 501(c)3 organization is a grassroots program that fundraises for the National Rifle Association of America (NRA). Donna DeLarm and her husband, Gene — who manage the Wilson ...
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Redistricting attracts a spate of GOP candidates
Redrawing the state’s congressional maps, though being challenged in court, has drawn 114 Republican candidates in the state’s 38 districts with nearly two months left until the filing deadline, the Houston Chronicle reported. The Texas Legisla...
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CMMC offers discounted mammograms
Connally Memorial Medical Center will offer discounted mammograms for uninsured individuals during the month of October in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For information and to schedule an appointment, call 830-393-1317 or go to...
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Free after-school meals for Floresville ISD students
Have you heard? All Floresville Independent School District students can now receive an after-school meal, absolutely free. Superintendent Jason Gilstrap announced during the Sept. 8 school board meeting that the district has been approved for ...
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School library council to form for Floresville ISD
Floresville Independent School District (ISD) will soon have a School Library Advisory Council to oversee the library materials in the district. Senate Bill 13 was signed into law Sept. 1 by Gov. Greg Abbott. The bill adds new requirements for ...
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Dominguez returns from Ghana
U.S. Navy Seabee DiAna N. Dominguez, a Floresville native and a Floresville High School graduate, recently returned to her home base of Gulfport, Miss., after completing her overseas assignment in Accra, the capital of Ghana. Her assignment in ...
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Sherwin-Williams is coming to Floresville
Site development behind Sud Daddee’z Car Wash on U.S. 181 in Floresville has left many wondering — What will it be? The site will be home to a Sherwin- Williams paint store, confirmed Floresville Economic Development Corp. Assistant Director Ch...
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Proposed constitutional amendments -- what do they mean?
A total of 17 proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution are on the Nov. 4 ballots for voters across Texas to decide. Here’s a brief rundown of the propositions. Proposition 1 (SJR 59): “The constitutional amendment providing for the creatio...
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Floresville ISD begins 4-day week, day camp
The Floresville Independent School District four-day week is underway through the end of December. This follows the adoption by the district in March of a hybrid calendar for the 2025-26 school year. Five-day weeks will resume in January, with ...
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Dazzling in downtown Floresville
Members of the 2025 Floresville Peanut Festival Children’s Court make their first parade appearance in the Oct. 11 grand parade. The 2025 “Court of Texas Enchantment” — including Queen Tuneap Kambri Angle and King Reboog Wesley Kotzur — was cro...
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Three Oaks 4-H cleans up Dewees Cemetery
Members of the Three Oaks 4-H Club gather Oct. 5 for their semi-annual clean-up of the Dewees Cemetery. This effort, one of the club’s community projects, took place during National 4-H Week, held Oct. 5-11.
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East Central team places second in Electrathon in Kansas
A team member signals “all systems go” as the East Central High School Electrathon team competes in the High Plains Electrathon, held recently in Hays, Kansas. East Central’s team and vehicle, Stinger, were in first place right up until the las...
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Praying for each other
“See You at the Pole” was a huge success! Students, faculty, and staff from Tradition Elementary came together in a powerful time of prayer, lifting up their campuses and praying for safety, unity, and encouragement for the school year.<...
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POTH ISD HONOR ROLL
Poth Elementary School Semester 1 Cycle 1 First grade All A’s: Laikyn Albert, Arthur Alexander, Ashlynn Angell, Harrison Aniol, Colin Band, Liam Barfield, Brantlee Biela, Novalee Calhoun, Terrence Clark, Ezra Dunham, Karter Erwin, Hudson Fluitt...
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12:08
Mustangs fall in heartbreaker to Natalia, 18-15
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs suffered a gut-wrenching 18-15 loss to the Natalia Mustangs Oct. 10, with the game slipping away in the final six seconds at Mustang Stadium. After a hard-fought, physical contest, Nixon-Smiley held a narrow lead late ...
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STOCKDALE CELEBRATES T-MOBILE 5G FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS CHECK
Stockdale rallies around Superintendent Todd Deaver, Athletic Director Shawn Alvarez, and Principal Jason Cunningham to accept a ,000 check from T-Mobile 5G Friday Night Lights during a pep rally and tailgate event Oct. 10. Stockdale is current...
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0:53
Stockdale Brahmas trample Dilley Wolves, 42-14
The Stockdale Brahmas faced the Dilley Wolves in a critical District game at Bobby Russell Field Oct. 10, in Stockdale. The Wolves received the opening kickoff and, after trading possessions, scored and led the Brahmas 7-0 early in the first qu...
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FALLS CITY JUNIOR HIGH CHEERLEADERS
The Falls City Junior High cheerleaders are all smiles after cheering on the eighth-grade Beavers during their football game against Louise.Article ...
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East Central Hornets rally for comeback win over Rattlers
The heart and toughness that Head Coach Joe Hubbard has been preaching to and about his East Central Hornets were on full display this past Friday, Oct. 10, as the team fought its way back from a three-score deficit at halftime to beat the San ...
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Poth Junior High cross country athletes excel at District
Poth Junior High cross country had a great performance at the District meet Oct. 9, bringing home many medals and trophies. Eighth-grade girls Harley Hartmann, second Bethany Holloway, third (eighth-grade girls did not have enough to form a tea...
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Poth cross country makes high marks at District
Poth High School cross country competed in the District meet in Luling Oct. 8. The program achieved high marks, with varsity athletes qualifying for the Regional meet, junior varsity boys taking first place, and junior varsity girls taking seco...
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Floresville cross country athletes grab repeated District titles
Floresville cross country traveled to Uvalde Oct. 8, to compete at their District meet. They continue to make a name for themselves in the 27-4A District: Varsity boys team – Four-time District Champions Varsity girls team – Three-time District...
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Jaguars notch two more victories, remain perfect in District
The Floresville varsity Jaguar volleyball team has shown incredible teamwork and determination this season, remaining undefeated in District play. Last week’s wins brought the Jaguars’ record to 9-0, and secured their spot in the playoffs. The ...
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1:43
General Election: Nov. 4, 2025
Unofficial results are included below from the General Election held Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025. On the ballot were: Texas Constitutional Amendments, and depending on their precinct, Wilson County Emergency Services District 5, Floresville ISD,...
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Furred, Finned, - Feathered Friends
Share your pet or friend; email reader@lavernianews.com.Article Link
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Sign up now for SS Old Town parade
Parade entries are invited to participate in the 36th annual Sutherland Springs Old Town Days Celebration. The community wide event is planned for Saturday, Oct. 25, at 11 a.m. To participate, go to bit.ly/3KxQKTN. Parade entry forms are due by...
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0:42
Enjoy Guadalupe County Fair Oct. 8-12
The Guadalupe County Fair & Rodeo is planned for Wednesday through Sunday, Oct. 8-12, at the Seguin Events Complex (Guadalupe County Fairgrounds), located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Guests can walk through the grounds to enjoy plenty o...
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Panna Maria Homecoming Turkey Dinner Oct. 12
Panna Maria welcomes the community to its annual Homecoming Turkey Dinner on Sunday, Oct. 12, on the grounds of Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church at 13879 North F.M. 81 in Panna Maria. The morning will begin with ...
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0:47
RoundUp4Charity dance Oct. 10
Dance to the music of Bob Appel on Friday, Oct. 10, from 7-10:30 p.m., at Geronimo VFW, 6808 S.H. 123, in Seguin, to support RoundUp4Charity. Admission is . For information, call 830-321-0292 or visit www.roundup4charity.org.
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Go on a Discovery Hunt Oct. 10-19
The San Antonio River Authority invites all to discover the river beyond the downtown river walk from San Antonio to Goliad on the Fall 2025 Discovery Hunt Friday, Oct. 10, through Sunday, Oct. 19. Experience San Antonio’s great outdoor spaces ...
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New Friends of NRA group to host Oct. 18 fundraiser
Enjoy food, fun, and firearms at the new Wilson County Friends of NRA banquet, Saturday, Oct. 18, 6 p.m., at La Vernia Chamber of Commerce Hall, 12301 U.S. 87, in La Vernia. Tickets are and include a chance for a prize drawing. Reserved tables...
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Friday night hike Oct. 10 in Jackson Nature Park
Join the San Antonio River Authority staff on a nature hike to explore the nocturnal flora and fauna that call Jackson Nature Park home, on Friday, Oct. 10, from 7-8:30 p.m. Learn about native plants and wildlife in a fun and exciting way. You ...
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Bishop John W. Yanta exhibit opens Oct. 18
Plan now to attend the grand opening on Saturday, Oct. 18, of a new exhibit celebrating the life and contributions of the late Bishop John W. Yanta at the Polish Heritage Center at Panna Maria. The grand opening events will begin with Mass at 1...
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Falls City Market Day attracts shoppers
Elaine Zaiontz (right) of Adkins visits with a customer at her booth during the Fall Craft Show in the Falls City Community Hall. Zaiontz makes quilts of all sizes and was a first-time vendor at the Sept. 20 event.
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Boenning Farm is 'most beautiful'
It was 1936, and the George Boenning farm in Wilson County was named the winner and “called most beautiful” in the Wilson County Beautification of Rural Homes Contest, according to an article in the San Antonio Express. After winning the county...
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Morkovsky sisters: Creating enchanting artistry for Floresville Peanut Festival court
For sisters Molly (Morkovsky) Pell and Corinne (Morkovsky) Oviedo, growing up in Floresville meant being surrounded by the sights, traditions, and excitement of the Floresville Peanut Festival. This year, that lifelong connection has come full ...
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Don't rely on ballot language; do the research before voting
In only five weeks, Texas voters will have the opportunity to accept or reject 17 amendments to the Texas Constitution. I didn’t want to take a chance on trying to figure out the intent of each of these proposals based on ballot language (not r...
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Charlie Kirk and the state of our nation
The nation is rightly traumatized by the horrible assassination of Charlie Kirk. The media is filled, also rightly, with give and take trying to understand what can and should be done so that we don’t see more of the same. But unfortunately, mu...
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Trump's latest invitation to universities
It’s called the “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education.” It is anything but. It asks the schools who received Wednesday’s letter to give up their academic freedom and adopt the right-wing partisan platform on education in exchange...
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Shorts and stops: Virginians, farmers, and propositions
Virginia governor’s race “Slaves did not die in the fields so that we could call ourselves victims now in 2025.” – Winsome Earle-Sears Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears is a Jamaican who came to the United States at the age of 6. As a Marine militar...
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Voters in East Central, LaVernia ISDs will decide 'golden penny' tax proposals on November ballot
Voters in the East Central and La Vernia independent school districts (ISDs) are asked to weigh in Nov. 4 on proposals to capture “golden pennies.” Called a voter approval tax ratification election — or VATRE — voters in both districts are bein...
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Pastor Appreciation Day
October is observed as National Clergy Appreciation Month (also known as Pastor Appreciation Month), and Pastor Appreciation Day — a day set aside within the month to celebrate pastors — is October 12 this year. The month recognizes the contrib...
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Devil's tool for eternal destruction: 'Just a minute'
“Last call for Henderson and Hernandez.” It was 11 minutes until the plane was scheduled to depart. At 10 minutes till departure, the airline released the seats for this party of two and allowed two passengers who had been victims of an oversel...
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Bobbie Jo Roberson of Thriving Hearts Crisis Center in Seguin (center) holds a proclamation Sept. 22 after Wilson County commissioners (l-r) John “Scott” Akin, Gary Martin, Russell King, and Jeffery Pierdolla, and County Judge Hank Whitman decl...
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Colby Jay Kent golf classic Oct. 11
The Colby Jay Kent Golf Classic will be held Saturday, Oct. 11, at the River Bend Golf Club, 101 Club Drive, in Floresville. Registration starts at 7 a.m. followed by a 9 a.m. shotgun start. Teams of four can sign up for 0 per team, which inclu...
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Floresville UMC plans 150th anniversary event Oct. 12
Floresville United Methodist Church will celebrate 150 years of serving God and the community on Sunday, Oct. 12. Join the congregation as they celebrate what God has done through the past 150 years and look forward to what God will do! Members...
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Vikki Goodwin to run for lieutenant governor
This is a candidate announcement for a candidate in the upcoming March 2026 party primaries. This does not constitute an endorsement; submissions appear as resources permit. I am running for lieutenant governor because Texans deserve: •Well-fun...
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Deadline Oct. 9 to enter WCN 'Candidates' Forum'
The Wilson County News invites candidates in the Floresville Independent School District election Nov. 4 to participate in our print “Candidates’ Forum.” There is no charge for inclusion in the Candidates’ Forum, planned for publication Wednesd...
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Big inheritance coming ... is a prenup a good idea?
Dear Dave, What are your thoughts on prenuptial agreements? I’m a divorced single mom with two boys, and I’m their primary caregiver. I’d like to get married again one day if the right man comes along. The reason I ask about prenups is that I’m...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/. Floresville P&Z Oct. 1, St. Hedwig Council Oct. 2 St. Hedwig City Council Meeting:: Regular meeting, Oct. 2, 7-8:42 p.m. https://youtube.com/playl...
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BioHaven Wellness facility offers multiple therapies under one roof
Whether you’re focused on fitness, stress relief, or long-term health, BioHaven Wellness may have just the therapy — or therapies — you need. This “wellness and recovery center,” located at 14230 F.M. 775, Suite 108, north of Floresville, offer...
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Look for Wilson County Master Gardeners at festival
On Sept. 11, Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners held the first monthly meeting at its new meeting location, the Wilson County Justice Center, and included a presentation on Canning and Food Preservation Techniques by April Rippel. La Vern...
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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Abe Ray Herrera III, 59, of Sutherland Springs was originally sentenced in January 2024 to four years of deferred adjudication-com...
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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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Valdez sentenced to 60 years for aggravated sexual assault of a child
A man is set to serve two consecutive terms in prison for aggravated sexual assault of a child. On June 24, 37-year-old Alejandro Valdez pleaded guilty to two counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child, who was under the age of 14 at the ti...
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East Central ISD responds to pistol incident
East Central Independent School District sent a letter to parents Oct. 1, after an unloaded pistol was found in a student’s backpack earlier in the day. The district advised that East Central High School entered a “hold alert” at 11:33 a.m. tha...
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Castroville man faces charges after 100-mph chase on U.S. 181 north
A Castroville man is facing charges of evading arrest, after he led local law-enforcement personnel on a 100-mph chase north of Floresville Saturday. The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office was notified Oct. 4 at approximately 12:08 p.m. of a stolen...
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Carville sentenced to prison for threat of mass violence
A La Vernia man has been sentenced to three years in prison for terroristic threats of mass violence. On Sept.29, 56-year-old Jonni Carville pleaded nolo contendere (no contest) for a charge of terroristic threat—placing the public in fear of s...
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Trio of judges to rule on congressional map
The same plaintiffs who are challenging the state’s 2021 congressional map are asking a panel of three federal judges to block the new GOP-approved districts from being used in the March midterms. The Texas Tribune reported this is the first le...
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Learn about Medicare at upcoming events
There are four upcoming opportunities to learn what’s new for Medicare in 2026 and enjoy a free dessert at Jack’s Café in Floresville. The dates for the information sessions are Tuesdays, Oct. 14 and 28, and Thursdays, Nov. 6 and 20; session ti...
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FHS Class of '85 to reunite Oct. 10
The Floresville High School Class of 1985 will have a 40th Anniversary Reunion on Friday, Oct. 10, at the Old 181 Bar & Grill, located at 1519 Third St. in downtown Floresville. The event will be held from 4-8 p.m. and will be on the back p...
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It's not too late to join Kiddie Parade lineup
The Floresville Peanut Festival is this weekend, Oct. 9-11! Plan now to enter or enjoy the annual Kiddie Parade on Friday evening, Oct. 10. The lineup starts at 5 p.m. at Second and C streets, with the parade starting at 6 p.m. along C Street. ...
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TexStar Concrete is Floresville Business of the Month
The crew at TexStar Concrete Contractors beam with pride Oct. 1, as the Floresville Chamber of Commerce awards them with the Business of the Month recognition. Find TexStar, which specializes in concrete installations, at 832 U.S. 181 S. in Flo...
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Inclusive playground means play for all children
“I believe … that every child, regardless of ability, deserves a space to play, to laugh, to grow, and to feel that they belong,” Floresville Mayor Gloria Morales Cantu told community members at an Aug. 30 ceremony to open Floresville’s first a...
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Floresville considers water system improvements
[Video below] Approximately 45 percent of the city’s commercial water meters are inaccurate, according to Larry Jones of E3 Texas Rebuild. The firm has conducted a study of meters in Floresville to test their accuracy and has discovered that th...
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Floresville families oppose retail development near Pecan Park
[Video below] FLORESVILLE — “True livable growth means putting residents and pedestrians first and layering commerce where it genuinely belongs,” Astrid Simmons told the Floresville Planning and Zoning Committee during its Oct. 1 meeting. The c...
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ESD 5: New tax will boost emergency response
Registered voters in Wilson County Emergency Services District (ESD) 5 will have an opportunity to vote on a sales and use tax in the Nov. 4 election. The district — which provides fire suppression and emergency rescue services for 256 square m...
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Decked out for the Peanut Festival
Floresville Middle School Coach Armando Jasso reaches for peanut plants handed up by his team members as they decorate the façade of Mrs. Annie’s Peanut Patch in downtown Floresville, preparing the city to welcome everyone to the 81st annual Fl...
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Stockdale Junior High School HONOR ROLL
Semester 1 Cycle 1 Sixth grade All A’s: Case Akin, Gianna Asti, Jaxon Brantley, Violette Bruno, Baylee Buck, Case Burt, Miraculous Campbell, Calvin Chew, Bria Cochrum, Jase Cotter, Mazy Dougherty, Sawyer Griego, Candace Hastings, Emma Hastings,...
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Girl scouts spread kindness
Members of Girl Scout Troop 639 in Floresville, Daniella, Marlee, Cora, Annabelle, Eva, Kalila, and Natalie, drop off kindness rocks Sept. 14 at the Children’s Alliance of South Texas after painting them during their August meeting.
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Charlotte Skye Jones of Adkins takes Junior Miss Grand Supreme crown
Charlotte Skye Jones, 11, of Adkins, Texas, was crowned Junior Miss Grand Supreme and named one of the Top 7 international winners at the Coast to Coast International Pageant Finals, held in New Brunswick, N.J., at the end of July. Competing ag...
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Falls City runners earn Regional spots
Falls City High School cross country teams showed up for a strong Beaver program Oct. 4, as every single varsity runner earned a spot at the Regional meet. Their hard work, discipline, and team unity were on full display at the District meet in...
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Nixon-Smiley drops first game of the season to Poth, 32-14
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs’ unbeaten run came to an end Friday night, Oct. 3, as they fell 32-14 to the Poth Pirates in a hard-fought District battle. Despite a determined effort and a late push, the Mustangs struggled to overcome Poth’s balance...
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Coy Gann is 'Gunslingers Player of the Week'
Stockdale junior Coy Gann is presented the San Antonio Gunslingers Player of the Week by Gunslingers Head Coach Johnathan Bane. Gann received this recognition for his performance against YMLA at Alamo Stadium Sept. 25. With a 51-0 shutout, Gann...
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Hornets offense shut out in tough loss to Knights
It was a tough night for the East Central Hornets, as they fell to the visiting Steele Knights on Friday, Oct. 3, at Hornet Stadium, 0-49. This was the first time this season the Hornets have been shut out on the year in District. The loss drop...
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Brahmas edge Cowboys in nailbiter, 17-15
Brahma tailgate party Stockdale ISD invites the public for a Brahma Tailgate Party on Friday, Oct. 4, at 4 p.m. Bring a canopy and your team spirit to celebrate parents night along with Stockdale being awarded K for ranking in the Top 25 in the...
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Jaguars enjoy wins
The Jaguars show off their winning smiles Sept. 26 as they defeated the Lady Cats, 3-0. The team went on to continue their winning ways over Pleasanton and Devine last week, too!
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JAGUARS KNOCK OFF LADY EAGLES, ARABIANS TO REMAIN UNDEFEATED IN DISTRICT
Jaguars scores and stats •(9/30) Floresville def. Pleasanton, 3-0: 25-15, 25-11, 25-18 Kills: Makenna Hertless 11, Sabree Woelfler 7, Emily Hutchinson 6, Averly Tackitt 6 Digs: Lailah Fuentes 10, Makenna Hertless 8, Lyla Smith 5, Sabree Woelfer...
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Deadline Oct. 9 to enter WCN 'Candidates' Forum'
The Wilson County News invites candidates in the Floresville Independent School District election Nov. 4 to participate in our print “Candidates’ Forum.” There is no charge for inclusion in the Candidates’ Forum, planned for publication Wednesd...
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Sign up for CAST 'trunk or treat'
The Children’s Alliance of South Texas-A Child Advocacy Center is planning a community “trunk or treat” event Saturday, Oct. 25, from 6-8:30 p.m. at its office in Floresville. Area businesses and organizations are invited to participate and hel...
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Make this delicious peanut butter
This recipe for homemade peanut butter was shared by State Sen. Judith Zaffirini in a recent newsletter. This is “Sen. Nathan Johnson’s signature recipe,” Zaffirini said. “It’s so much better than commercial alternatives and makes great gifts. ...
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American Legion Auxiliary plans Oct. 5 bingo event
Enjoy an afternoon of fun and escape the heat in an airconditioned hall, while playing bingo in St. Hedwig on Sunday, Oct. 5. Doors of the American Legion Hall on F.M. 1346 open at 2 p.m., with bingo starting at 3 p.m., hosted by St. Hedwig Ame...
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What? FHS had male cheerleaders?
I was recently repairing the binding on a 1952 Floresville High School yearbook for a friend. When flipping through the pages, I came upon a picture of six cheerleaders. Without looking at the picture in detail, I looked at the names to see if ...
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Meet the 81st annual Floresville Peanut Festival
The Royal Court invites you to the Coronation of the Floresville Peanut Festival Queen Tunaep & King Reboog Thursday, October 9, at 7 p.m. Wiley Seale Auditorium, Floresville
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Family, faith, and the Peanut Festival -- Helmke, Angle families build generations of bonds
For generations, the Floresville Peanut Festival has been more than just a landmark event. It is a cherished tradition, a rite of passage, and, for the Angles, a story woven deeply into the city’s fabric. As the festival prepares to crown its n...
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Thanks to county commissioner
Editor: I would like to personally thank County Commissioner Russell King and his Precinct 2 crew for the quality completion of repaving C.R. 320. Mr. King was always very professional in every conversation, and he did everything he said he wou...
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Connect to others in the Body of Christ
Editor: We all need community — that place one feels is their spiritual family. Here is accountability, as well as support, strengthening, and serving. This isn’t merely attending but connecting. Alas, some might attend [church] for spiritual “...
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Been there, done that
Editor: A friend asked me to dog sit for him this week. I went to his place and got his two dogs and all their doggie accessories, put them in my truck, and drove back to my house. I stopped at the gate and hopped out to get the mail and packag...
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Charlie Kirk showed what it means to be a man
Popular culture has two competing narratives about manhood. Charlie Kirk rejected both of them and set an example that young men should follow. The dominant view is that masculinity is toxic. In 2018, the American Psychological Association issu...
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Bitter ironies behind Comey indicment
For principled critics of James Comey, the fraudulent and politicized indictment of him issued by a federal grand jury in Virginia recently is wrapped in layers of bitter irony. It would be entirely fair to suggest that the former FBI director ...
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Shorts and stops: 'Reading' on your phone vs. print?
A book gives the reader an opportunity to visit exciting and far-flung places without leaving home. — Just when you think that all hope for print is lost, there appears to be something on the horizon to give a fresh perspective. While much emph...
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Help celebrate Wilson County's rich heritage, legacy at April 2026 festival
Wilson County is preparing to honor its history and heritage with the upcoming Wilson County History and Heritage Festival, scheduled for April 18, 2026. Organized by the Wilson County Historical Commission, this event promises to be a vibrant ...
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Wilson County ESD 2 plans open house Oct. 4
Wilson County Emergency Services District No. 2 invites the public to help celebrate the re-opening of the Larry Phillips Station on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Community members can meet local first responders and tour the newly r...
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There's no fun in dysfunctional
Dear Dave, My husband and I are both 25. We’ve been married just over a year. I’m a stay-at-home mom, and we have one baby. Because I’m home with our son and my husband works outside the home, he believes he gets to make all the financial decis...
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Blue Bonnet Club kicks off new year with membership challenge
The Stockdale Blue Bonnet Club held its first meeting of the 2025-26 year on Sept. 8, in the lovely country home of Lana Wilson. The meeting was called to order at 4:35 p.m. The minutes from the previous meeting were read and approved. Mary Den...
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Rotary: A legacy of service comes to Wilson County
Are you passionate about serving your community? Are you ready to grow your leadership skills while making a difference? For over a century, Rotary Clubs have brought neighbors, professionals, and leaders together to solve problems, serve their...
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Hanging out with Ruffles and Rob
When Nicole Frets heard she was the winner of the Aug. 27 WCN Live audience contest, she was surprised to discover her prize was the honor of naming a turtle in the pond on the farm where Countryside Memorial Park is located on F.M. 1346 betwee...
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Maytum joins hospital board
Amy Maytum takes the oath of office as a member of the Wilson County Memorial Hospital District board of directors from board President Allison Lamberth at the board’s Sept. 25 meeting. Maytum will fill the unexpired term of Bonna Reed, who res...
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Wilson County Republican Women celebrate U.S. Constitution Day
The Wilson County Republican Women (WCRW) celebrated U.S. Constitution Day and September birthdays with the seniors Sept. 17 at the Wilson County Expo and Community Center. Thank you to Wilson County Pct. 2 Justice of the Peace Kenneth “Buck” G...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/. Commissioners Sept. 22, Floresville Council Sept. 25 Wilson County Commissioners Court Meeting:: Regular meeting, Sept. 22, 9-11:32 a.m. https://youtu...
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'ManUp' fosters spiritual growth, helps men face life's storms
“In a world where men often struggle silently, Immersion Outfitters stands as a place where authentic brotherhood meets spiritual growth, outside the traditional church walls,” said George Ramirez, director of Immersion Outfitters. The organiza...
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Passport application event in San Antonio Oct. 11
The Office of U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and the U.S. Department of State have announced a special passport application event to assist Texans applying for routine passport services. This Passport Fair is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 11, from...
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God knows what He's doing
It’s amazing the things we ask for sometimes, isn’t it? I know we often look at others and say, “That’s ridiculous! You need to be more realistic!” But what if God gave each of us exactly what we asked for? A traveling couple shared this story ...
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Register to vote by Oct. 6 for November elections
Are you planning to vote in the Nov. 4 elections? If so, you must be registered to vote by Monday, Oct. 6. On the ballot for area voters will be: •17 proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution •Floresville Independent School District (ISD) —...
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Welding project sparks 28-acre grass fire near La Vernia
Sparks from a welding project are the cause of a Sept. 25 blaze that scorched approximately 28 acres between La Vernia and St. Hedwig. Personnel and equipment from four different agencies responded to the fire on C.R. 348 last Thursday afternoo...
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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Amber L. Melugin, 40, of Adkins was originally sentenced in June 2024 to 3 years of deferred adjudication community supervision fo...
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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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4:27
Unemployment rate increases to 4.2 percent
Workforce Solutions Alamo reports the August 2025 unadjusted unemployment rate for Wilson County is 4.2 percent, increasing from 3.7 percent in July 2025. Wilson County’s August rate is lower than the 4.4 percent unemployment rate for the 13-co...
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Jennifer Dominguez running for Texas House District 31
This is a candidate announcement for a candidate in the upcoming March 2026 party primaries. This does not constitute an endorsement; submissions appear as resources permit. Jennifer “JJ” Dominguez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and grass...
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Car wash fundraiser Oct. 4
The Floresville High School Cheer Booster Club will hold a car wash fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the parking lot of O’Reilly Auto Parts in Floresville. O’Reilly Auto Parts is located at 678 10th Street (U.S. 181).
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Streets to close for Peanut Festival
As excitement builds for the 81st annual Floresville Peanut Festival, anyone planning to visit downtown Floresville the week of Oct. 6 may want to plan alternate routes for navigating the area. Sections of a number of streets will be closed beg...
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In-state tuition guidance creating confusion
Advocates for undocumented college students claim some students have been told incorrectly they are no longer eligible for low instate tuition rates, the Texas Tribune reports. They are asking for clear guidance on the issue. In June a federal ...
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READ ALL OVER WINNER
Jamie “Jammer” Lopez, partner Don Collier, and parents Janie and Jesse Lopez visit Atlantic City, N.J., to celebrate his 45th birthday, Sept. 5. They enjoy keeping up with the Wilson County News. Take your photo with the Wilson County News at a...
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Floresville council prepares for city manager candidates
[Video below] After nine months without an official city manager, Floresville is taking steps forward in the hiring process. Interim City Manager Monica Veliz has manned the helm since January, after former City Manager Andy Joslin’s employment...
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Floresville pursues $10 million for projects
[Video below] Improvements to Floresville’s water and sewer infrastructure are on the horizon, as the city prepares to pursue million in certificates of obligation. The Floresville City Council approved to pursue the debt for the projects duri...
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It's time for National Night Out! Head out to your community's event
What if there was a great local place to meet neighbors and other community members, enjoy food and family activities, get information about personal, home, and community safety, and have fun — all for free? Well, there is! Plan now to attend a...
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Eagle Pass shooting suspect arrested near Stockdale
A San Antonio man faces multiple charges — including two for capital murder — after he was arrested near Stockdale Sunday morning. A man opened fire around midnight Saturday night, Sept. 27, at the Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino in Eagle Pass, kil...
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Students unite in prayer
The sun breaks over the horizon as students bow their heads in prayer Sept. 24, at the flagpole outside La Vernia High School, at a “See you at the Pole” event. Students from the high school and junior high campuses, along with leaders, joined ...
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Falls City runners shine in Shiner
Falls City varsity cross country runners had a great show-out Sept. 27, during the Shiner meet at Green Dickson Park in Shiner. Even though a full team was not possible, with one teammate missing, that didn’t stop these athletes from making a s...
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East Central Hornets fall to Rockets in overtime thriller
Heading into their game against the Judson Rockets this past Friday, Sept. 26, the East Central Hornets knew they would need to play as good of a football game as they have all season in order to get a win on the road at Rutledge Stadium. The p...
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Paul Kirby named 3A Coach of the Week
Paul Kirby, head football coach and athletic director for the Nixon-Smiley Mustangs, has been named Coach of the Week for Week 3 by “Dave Campbell’s Texas Football.” Kirby, appointed athletic director by the Nixon-Smiley Consolidated Independen...
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Sign up for Oct. 7 Kids Entrepreneur Market
Go nuts at the Goober Games with a farmer’s market run entirely by kids. The Children’s Entrepreneur Market will be held Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Floresville Event Center, 600 S.H. 97 in Floresville, from 5-7 p.m. alongside the Peanut Festival’s...
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Stockdale is finalist for $1M T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights stadium upgrade
Stockdale High School is one of 25 finalist schools nationwide to receive a ,000 prize through T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights program, a nationwide competition celebrating the power of high school football to bring communities together. This...
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Pirette cross country takes first place at Luling
The Poth Pirettes cross country team earned first place at the Luling Sandia City Invitational Sept. 27. Individual results:Brooklyn Albert, first, 11:47Katelyn Poth, third 12:05 Rylee Ellis, 12:05Hailey Landrum, 13:23Sophia Garza, 13:29Sadie S...
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Mighty Mustangs edge Cotulla 7-6 to make history with 4-0 season start
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs continued their storybook season Friday night, Sept. 26, securing a hard-fought 7-6 victory over the Cotulla Cowboys on the road. With the win, the Mustangs advanced to 4-0 for the first time in program history, sparki...
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Floresville athletes run in College Station
Floresville varsity cross country competed in the Nike South Cross Country Invitational Sept. 19 in College Station. Floresville was one of two 4A schools to compete at this event. Varsity boys Varsity boys finished fifth out of 52 teams. Kaden...
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Floresville cross country excels in Luling
Floresville cross country competed in the Luling Invitational Sept. 27 and brought home medals. The varsity and junior varsity boys finished in first place. The varsity girls team placed second. Individually, Nora Felan placed second, Alexis Sc...
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JAGUARS OVERPOWER UVALDE, CARRIZO SPRINGS
Jaguar scores and stats •(9/23) Floresville def. Uvalde, 3-0: 25-16, 25-11, 25-8 Kills: Makenna Hertless 10, Emily Hutchinson 9 Assists: Maddie Harden 17, Lailah Fuentes 9 Blocks: Averly Tackitt 4 •(9/26) Floresville def. Carrizo Springs, 3-0: ...
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TxDOT to close part of Loop 181 in Floresville
Floresville drivers can expect delays from Monday, Sept. 29, through Thursday, Oct. 2, on Business Loop 181 from U.S. 181 to Hospital Boulevard, as roadway repairs get underway. Business Loop 181 in that area will be closed f...
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Poth Alumni Walk is this Friday!
Are you a Poth High School alumnus? Plan now to attend the Homecoming game this Friday, Sept. 26. Which graduating class will have the largest showing at this year’s alumni walk? So far, the classes with the most commitments are 1985, 1995, and...
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Poth PTO seeks Fall Festival sponsors
Poth PTO will host its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 25. Families can enjoy carnival-style games and fun activities, a costume contest, petting zoo, and the announcement of the Fall Court. Sponsors are invited to support this fun famil...
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Grandparents Day breakfast draws a crowd
A breakfast celebrating Grandparents Day Sept. 8 draws a host of Poth Independent School District students and their grandparents. After making their way through the line to collect their meals, families enjoyed breakfast in the cafeteria toget...
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SA Rodeo announces more 2026 entertainers
The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo has revealed its second round of entertainers for its 2026 season. Recently added to the entertainment schedule are Hank Williams Jr., Hudson Westbrook, Robert Earl Keene, and Ludacris. Other previously an...
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Learn about birds, pollinators Sept. 27
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center in San Antonio will host a free program about ways to attract birds and other pollinators to your space. “Attracting Birds and Pollinators” will be offered Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Birds and pollina...
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Grange plans community yard sale Oct. 4
David Crockett Grange No. 1431 will host a community yard sale on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the David Crockett Grange Hall. Booth spaces are free and will be on a first-come first-to-set-up basis. No food, drink, or animals wil...
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'Red Riding Hood' opens at Magik Theatre Sept. 27
Magik Theatre will present the classic tale of “Red Riding Hood” from Sept. 27 through Oct. 12. The family-friendly, high-energy production brings a modern-day twist to everyone’s favorite Red Riding Hood characters in a retelling that celebrat...
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Men's 'Bring a Steak' fellowship event Sept. 27
Bring your appetite and your favorite steak and join the men’s ministry for a night of fellowship at The Rock United Methodist Church on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 4-6 p.m. Side dishes will be provided. The Rock is located at 1784 E. Loop 1604 in...
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Craft sale Oct. 4 in St. Hedwig
Enjoy St. Hedwig’s Craft Show and Rummage Sale at Lubianski Feed Store on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Parking and admission are free. For more information, call 210-667-1145. Lubianski Feed Store is located at 13640 F.M. 1346 in ...
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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 “Christmas in July” promotional drawing.
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Grated onion adds kick to this salad dressing
“We loved to make this salad dressing when we were growing up,” shared Wilson County News Editor Nannette Kilbey-Smith about this recipe for “Russian Dressing.” “We found it in my mom’s ‘big yellow cookbook’ and made it to try something differe...
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How about a waffle?
Clarence Ehlers shared this snippet. I inherited this vintage wood stove waffle maker from my Ehlers grandparents. This is definitely something that grandma used, and not grandpa. This waffle maker is a heavy cast iron cooking tool designed for...
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'County Line Community Band'
This month marks the 40th anniversary of the “County Line Community Band,” a musical group whose roots run deep in Wilson County and its surroundings communities. It’s now known as the only community band located on the east side of San Antonio...
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We need more people like them
Editor: Re: “Floresville South Elementary unveils adaptive swing set” Sept. 10 I am so pleased at how those wonderful employees help the special children. We need more people like them, as they care about children and wanted to make them feel h...
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Have you not read?
Editor: “Have you not read...?” Jesus asked in Matthew 19:4. Wisdom is such a rarity. To be able to articulate with wisdom is truly a God thing. Yet look through the Holy Bible and history itself — we find that those God sent, regardless of the...
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Heartbreaking
Editor: Re: “We’re seeing everything and feeling nothing. That should break your heart.” Dr. Raymond Nichols I read that quote, and it is so true in America today. However, some folks (lefties) feel rage at everything, and thus try to destroy e...
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Media aggressively plays dumb on liberal hate of Kirk's killer
Once the shock of Charlie Kirk’s murder began to wear off, it became easier to notice how today’s “news” media routinely fail to live up to their own pompous prattle about their work. They don’t “hold people accountable,” they don’t “uphold dem...
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Who is going to buy Elon's cars?
The Tesla board has offered to make Elon Musk the planet’s first trillionaire if he meets certain milestones in rocketing the automaker to new glory. Did Musk show true brilliance the first time around? Yes, he did. Tesla’s stock price rose 700...
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Shorts and stops: 'Free speech' distracts from Kirk murder
It’s been an emotionally exhausting two weeks since the world witnessed the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the young evangelist and founder of Turning Point USA. While there have been other assassinations over the years, none have been so highl...
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Floresville UMC shares 'Stay another day' messages
Members of Floresville United Methodist Church line Fourth Street Sept. 18 to share messages of hope and encouragement during a September event for Suicide Awareness Month. Signs with “You Matter” and “Stay Another Day” were displayed for vehic...
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Hospital district board to vote on property-tax rate
You can still offer your thoughts as the Wilson County Memorial Hospital District board — which governs Connally Memorial Medical Center in Floresville — prepares to set property-tax rates for the coming fiscal year. The hospital district board...
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Help clean China Grove creek Sept. 25
Grab a pair of gloves Sept. 25 to be part of a community cleanup in China Grove. Volunteers will meet Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at the bridge on Triple Tree Drive, between Triple Meadow and Triple Branch drives, to pick up trash along the creek bed...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/. Commissioners Sept. 22 Wilson County Emergency Services District 2 (North central Wilson County) Meeting: Regular meeting, Sept. 15, 5-7:31 p.m. Actio...
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With patience and perseverance, we produce beauty
A strand of pearls is a beautiful, sought-after piece of jewelry. Pearls come from oysters. A small irritant, like a grain of sand, gets in the oyster. Unable to get rid of the grain of sand, the oyster covers it with a substance, attempting to...
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Mike Monreal is Republican candidate for county judge
This is a candidate announcement for a candidate in the upcoming March 2026 party primaries. This does not constitute an endorsement; submissions appear as resources permit. Mike Monreal lives in Wilson County. He’s a Regional VP for a top tier...
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Budget overage hits Wilson County JP in pocket
Wilson County Pct. 1 Justice of the Peace Jared Shaw will have to pay out of his own pocket for going over his office’s budget during this fiscal year. Shaw, who spoke to the Wilson County Commissioners Court during the Sept. 22 regular meeting...
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Celebrating National Teddy Bear Day
Wilson County News Receptionist Dolores Rodriguez (left) and Editor Nannette Kilbey- Smith get a visit from a teddy bear Sept. 9, on National Teddy Bear Day — a day set aside to honor the iconic children’s toy. A crew from Prairie Meadows Rehab...
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INDICTMENTS
The Wilson County Grand Jury met Sept. 5 and returned indictments in 29 cases. The following 16 individuals are among the defendants scheduled for arraignment Oct. 16: •Arturo Galindo Jr., 59, of San Antonio was indicted on a charge of driving ...
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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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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Richard A. Zuniga, 27, of La Vernia originally pled guilty to a lesser charge of indecency with a child by exposure, from the orig...
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EMS for Children recognizes Wilson County ESD 4
Texas EMS for Children Program Manager Sam Vance (second from left) presents (l-r) Wilson County Emergency Services District 4 Operations Director William Miles, Executive Director David Adams, and Medical Director Stephen Harper with a certifi...
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DPS arrests thousands of undocumented immigrants
In an operation being called “Lone Star 2.0,” more than 3,000 undocumented immigrants have been arrested by Texas Department of Public Safety officers this year, according to records obtained by The Texas Tribune. As illegal border crossings pl...
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Correction
One of the candidates vying for Floresville Independent School District board of trustees single member District 2 is Terrell “Terry” Schellhase, and not Shellhase, as stated in “Four candidates vie for one Floresville school board seat” in our...
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Enjoy first Floresville Bridal Expo this Sunday!
The Floresville Chamber of Commerce, partnering with the city of Floresville and Floresville Economic Development Corp., invites everyone to enjoy its first-ever Bridal Expo and Fashion Show on Sunday, Sept. 28, in the Floresville Event Center....
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Find a good read -- and coffee! -- at Bluebonnet Book Shop
Lynette Shaw welcomes patrons to the Bluebonnet Book Shop on C Street in downtown Floresville. Visitors to the new shop, which opened in August, can not only browse and buy from the extensive book selection of all genres for all ages, they also...
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Peanut Festival is two weeks away!
Floresville Peanut Festival 2025 Court of Texas Enchantment King-elect Wesley Kotzur and Queen-elect Kambri Angle visit Squeak’s Convenience Store in Floresville as part of the Friends of the Festival Sponsorship. This year’s Peanut Festival is...
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Floresville ISD honors teacher, students of the month
Floresville Independent School District trustees (back) join Superintendent Jason Gilstrap (front, l-r) in recognizing Areli Gonzalez Ramirez and Colton Terry as Floresville South Elementary School’s Students of the Month, and Melissa Adams as ...
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Pena receives Floresville ISD's character award
Floresville Middle School Assistant Principal Sanjuanita “Coco” Peña (center) receives the Community of Character Award from the Floresville Independent School District trustees (back), Superintendent Jason Gilstrap (left), and Floresville Midd...
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Homeowner watches grass fire through door camera
When Molly Lubbock received an alert from the doorbell camera at her home between Falls City and Poth on Sept. 16, she expected to see something simple and harmless. “What I actually saw stopped me cold — smoke and flames flickering across the ...
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Deputies nab wanted felon after pursuit
FLORESVILLE — A San Antonio man faces multiple charges — including evading arrest with a motor vehicle — after he led officers with multiple agencies on a high-speed chase Sept. 19 from the La Vernia area to Floresville. According to Deputy Zac...
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Double-striped Thick-knee spotted near Nixon
The term “one-day wonder” is used by birders for rare birds that are seen on only one day and then move on. This was the case with the Double-striped Thick-knee (Hesperoburhinus bistriatus) that appeared for a single, long day on Sunday, Sept. ...
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Area students named to SNHU President's List
Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Summer 2025 President’s List: •Falls City — Nolan Dubose •Floresville — Megan Pfeiffer •La Vernia — Wendy Jenkins and Mace Wiese •Stockdale — Pi...
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4-H archery club holds first meeting
The Wilson County 4-H Archery Project held its first meeting on Sept. 9, followed by its first practice shoot on Sept. 13. The club began the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance, 4-H prayer, and motto. The club welcomed new members and had gr...
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Hornets unite to help feed children around the world
The East Central High School Hornet basketball team volunteered their time Sept. 16 to work with the nonprofit organization, Feed My Starving Children. Together, the student-athletes were able to: •Fill 447 boxes •Hand-pack 97,552 meals •Provid...
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Wilson County 4-H Shooting Club introduces officers
The Wilson County 4-H Shooting Club’s first meeting was on Sept. 7, and we introduced new officers for the year who were elected at the last meeting for the 2024-25 season. They are: •President Alex Tacbas •Vice President Jase Richardson •Secre...
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Hornets fall in Homecoming game against Boerne
The East Central faithful filled nearly every seat in Hornet Stadium for the home team’s matchup against the visiting Boerne Greyhounds on Friday, Sept. 19. The game served as EC’s Homecoming, but it was the visitors who left with a 49-13 win. ...
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BEAVERS SECURE HOMECOMING WIN
The Falls City varsity Beavers took a close win over the Brackett Tigers, 7-6, Sept. 19 on Homecoming night. The Beavers also celebrated military night.Ar...
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Pirette volleyball team captures wins
The Poth High School varsity Pirettes volleyball captured several wins last week as they prepared for District play. Results from Sept. 12: •Poth def. Shiner, 3-1: 16-25, 28-26, 25-20, 25-11 Assists: Rylee Lyssy 23, Laila Enriquez 19 Digs: Berk...
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Poth cross country athletes compete in Round Rock
The Poth Pirates and Pirettes traveled to Round Rock for the McNeil Invitational Sept. 19. Results are as follows. Varsity girls team placed 7th. Individual Results (410 varsity girls competing): 7th: Brooklyn Albert, 12:02.0 19th: Katelyn Poth...
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JAGUARS CELEBRATE PARENTS NIGHT
Floresville varsity volleyball seniors and their parents were recognized on Parents Night Sept. 16 when the Jaguars hosted the Pearsall Lady Mavericks.A...
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Jaguars tame Lady Mavericks
The Floresville varsity Jaguar volleyball team faced the Pearsall Lady Mavericks Sept. 16, and the Davenport Lady Wolves in a non-district game Sept. 19. Stats from Sept. 16: •Floresville def. Pearsall, 3-0: 25-5, 25- 6, 25-15 Aces: Eliyah Flor...
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Stockdale Chamber of Commerce installs new officers
The Stockdale Chamber of Commerce has announced its new slate of officers for 2025-26, including President Josh Heimann, Vice President Wesley Hodge, Secretary Justine Turberville, Treasurer Curtis Osborne, and Reporter Melissa Legard. Director...
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Brahma Band receives Stockdale ISD Education Foundation grant
The Stockdale ISD Education Foundation recently approved a ,000 block grant for the Stockdale High School Brahma Band! We hope this will help the new director as he moves forward. Since its inception, the foundation has donated over 0,000 to St...
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Giuseppe Sarto Krawietz Reunion is Sept. 28
Descendants of Giuseppe Sarto Krawietz will hold their 29th annual family reunion on Sunday, Sept. 28, in the Falls City Diner. Registration starts at 11 a.m., followed by a covered dish meal at noon. Each family is asked to take a meat and sal...
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RSVP for Oct. 4 ManUp discipleship event
Register now for Immersion Outfitters’ ManUp event on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 6-10 p.m., at the Rackler Ranch Event Center in La Vernia. Enjoy an evening of food, worship, and ministry dedicated to discipleship and growth of men. Featured speake...
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Wilson County Trade Days Sept. 20
Support local farmers and small businesses while enjoying a family-friendly outing at Wilson County Trade Days Farmers Market in Helton Nature Park on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Local farmers, crafters, and bakers will be set up ...
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Rosemary chicken makes easy weeknight dinner
Weekdays are busy, with kids in school and long days at work. Pulling together a weeknight evening meal that’s delicious, nutritious, easy, and quick is a challenge. But this recipe for roasted chicken and potatoes checks off that whole list. A...
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Old St. Anthony's comes down, making way for a new church building
It was 1973, and the parish of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Elmendorf was celebrating the building of a new church. The parish was established in Graytown in 1854, a mission of St. James Church, which later was named Our Lady of Guadalupe. St...
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Brenda Ullevig sings her own song
Some may remember her as chief of the Floresville Independent School District Police Department. Others may recall her as a deputy with the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office. But Brenda Ullevig of Floresville has officially retired her badge and g...
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Take away 'less than 30 days' orders
Editor: Thank you, President Trump, for calling up our National Guard. We need them. May I? Please do not take the following in any disrespect. There is still the practice of issuing mobilization orders “under 30 days.” Often these are issued r...
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Do not let Charlie Kirk's death be in vain
Editor: God, family, and country were Charlie Kirk’s priorities and in that exact order. He reminded me of my father, who was a true American patriot like the founding fathers. Charlie Kirk was assassinated for his Christian beliefs and dedicat...
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Increasing opportunity and hope for our children
An age-old conundrum regarding raising children is the issue of nature versus nurture. That is, do genes determine a child’s success in life, or is it the environment in which that child is raised? Or, even more fundamentally, is intelligence g...
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Did Charlie Kirk's killer do it to show he could?
This is not about Charlie Kirk. He was admirable as a debater and as a conservative who welcomed debate. Some of his utterances were reprehensible, but no one should die because of opinions. This is about the 22-year-old who apparently shot and...
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Shorts and stops: Freedom: America's 'turning point'?
“Truth must be engaged with reason, persuasion, and debate; not silenced with bloodshed.” — Kelsey (Wicks) Reinhardt — A crazed 22-year-old assassinated Charlie Kirk during a live speaking engagement Sept. 10 at Utah Valley University. It did n...
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CAST wants new school year to be safe for kids
Another school year is here, and families across our community are adjusting to earlier mornings, busy after-school activities, and the steady return of classroom routines. For many children, this season brings excitement, opportunity, and grow...
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September is Recovery, Suicide Awareness Month
Camino Real Community Services staff gather Sept. 8 with Wilson County Judge Hank Whitman (right) and county commissioners, after the county issued a proclamation to declare September as both Recovery Awareness Month and National Suicide Awaren...
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H-E-B seeks nominations for Texas' top educators
Nominations are now open for the 2026 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards, which recognize public school professionals who “go the extra mile” to serve their students and their communities. Texas teachers, counselors, and principals are eligib...
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Spiritual retirement is not an option -- roll up your sleeves
A registered nurse moved to a new community and decided to search for a job. She doubted she’d have a problem, since nurses were always in demand. She emailed a letter to several potential employers with her resumé attached. Several weeks later...
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SA Rodeo announces first entertainers for 2026
The first round of performers for the annual San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo has been announced. Tickets are on sale now for performances by Ty Myers, Shenandoah, Miranda Lambert, and “Shane Smith and the Saints.” Ticket prices start at and...
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Museum offers film series on Native American history
The Briscoe Western Art Museum will offer “Gather” on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 1:30-4 p.m., as part of its Native American Film Series, “The Modern Era,” showcasing a selection of unique films that feature original and diverse indigenous storie...
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David Crockett Grange to host pet vaccine clinic Sept. 20
David Crockett Grange No. 1431 is hosting a rabies vaccination clinic and microchipping event on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 14309 Old Corpus Christi Road in Elmendorf. The cost for microchipping a pet will be . Rabies vaccinat...
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Republican women to host Guadalupe County sheriff Sept. 25
On Thursday, Sept. 25, at 11:30 a.m., the Guadalupe County Republican Women will host guest speaker Guadalupe County Sheriff Joshua Ray. The luncheon/meeting will be held at the Seguin Silver Center at 510 E.Court St.in Seguin. To make reservat...
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DRT Joshua Brown Chapter to hold Sept. 22 meeting
The Joshua D. Brown Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas (DRT) will hold its first monthly meeting of 2025-26 on Monday, Sept.22, at 10 a.m., in the First United Methodist Church, 321 Thompson Drive in Kerrville. The speaker for th...
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Lions celebrate Floresville students, teacher
Floresville Lions Club members and Floresville Independent School District trustees join Superintendent Jason Gilstrap (left) in recognizing Floresville South Elementary students of the month Areli Gonzalez Ramirez and Colton Terry, and teacher...
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Falls City Market Day craft show is Sept. 20
Falls City Market Day will mark the beginning of its seventh year this Saturday. The first craft show was held Sept. 19, 2019, and they are still going strong with five market days and three craft shows each year. The seventh annual Fall Craft ...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/. 4A Corp. Sept. 9, Wilson County EDC Sept. 9, Floresville EDC Sept. 8, St. Hedwig Sept. 11 Stockdale City Council Meeting: Regular meeting, Sept. 8, 7:...
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Apply for U.S. Service Academies nominations
Wilson County students are encouraged to apply for a nomination by U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz to one of the nation’s prestigious U.S. Service Academies. Each year, members of Congress have the privilege of nominating outstanding young individu...
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They're manipulating your feelings
Dear Dave, Our daughter is 27, and she’s been married for three years. We’ve been helping her and husband financially quite often the whole time they’ve been married, and we’re afraid this isn’t going to end anytime soon. They both have decent ...
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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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4:43
What will your tax bill be? Have your say on taxes, budgets at public hearings
You can still offer your thoughts as a number of area taxing entities — including cities, emergency services districts, and others — prepare to set property tax rates for the coming fiscal year. You can weigh in with questions or concerns at th...
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Falls City Public Library to mark 50 years Oct. 1
The Falls City Public Library will celebrate 50 years of serving the community on Wednesday, Oct. 1. To help celebrate, the Friends of the Falls City Public Library is hosting an exciting prize drawing for the library. Tickets can be purchased ...
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Help Floresville mail carrier Johnie Joe Nieto, battling pancreatic cancer
Doctor’s bills and medical costs are mounting quickly for Johnie Joe Nieto of Floresville. Recently diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, the rural mail carrier’s life has suddenly become a round of medical appointments and treatments, with chemoth...
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Abbott limits THC products to those 21 and older
After two special sessions ended without lawmakers agreeing on how to regulate the state’s THC market, Gov. Greg Abbott issued an executive order restricting the use of products infused with the psychoactive cannabis compound to adults age 21 a...
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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, Sept. 22, from 1-4 p.m., at the Sam Fore Jr. Wilson County Public Library, 1103 Fourth St. in Floresville. Meetings are by appointment only. To ...
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Tickets on sale for FISD Education Foundation gala Sept. 27
Save the date for Floresville ISD Education Foundation’s Beads and Bling fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Wilson County Expo Center in Floresville The event will include live and silent auctions, dinner, and dancing. Tickets may be purc...
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Enjoy Floresville chamber networking scavenger hunt
Plan now to attend as the Floresville Chamber of Commerce and H&R Block host a “Network and Navigate” scavenger hunt event, on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 5:30-7 p.m. at the H&R Block office at 919 10th St. in Floresville. Business representat...
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Coronation tickets available Sept. 20
The Floresville Peanut Festival Association proudly presents the coronation of the 2025 Court of Texas Enchantment. The coronation will take place on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 7 p.m., at the Wiley Seale Auditorium at Floresville High School, 1813 Ti...
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Four candidates vie for one Floresville school board seat
Terms for two places on the Floresville Independent School District board of trustees end this November, but only one seat is being contested. Craig Mutz, who represents single member District 6, will retain his seat after drawing no opposition...
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'What's your traffic count?'
[Video below] A traffic study in Floresville could bring more businesses to the area. The Floresville Economic Development Corp. (FEDC) approved hiring a traffic count company during its Sept. 8 meeting. “Any national chain — or really anybody ...
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First responders climb Eschenburg Stadium steps in remembrance of 9/11
In full gear, first responders from Wilson County Emergency Services Districts 2, 4, 5, and members of the Floresville Independent School District Police Department climb the equivalent of 110 flights of stairs Sept. 11 — the same as the climb ...
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Don't take this into the Wilson County Courthouse
The Wilson County Courthouse and District Courthouse have updated security that restricts items which may be brought inside these buildings. The restrictions, effective Sept. 9, come on the heels of a state audit, according to county officials....
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Building tomorrow: Wilson County paves way for vocational education, workforce boom
[Video below] Wilson County is gearing up for a workforce and industry boom. Board members of the Wilson County Economic Development Corp. (EDC) — including President Jason Talley, Vice President Marcelo Laijas, Secretary Fred Ohnseorge, and Di...
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Wilson County remembers Charlie Kirk
A crowd of about 300 Wilson County community members gathers Sept. 13 in the La Vernia City Park, for a candlelight vigil honoring conservative speaker Charlie Kirk, 31, who was shot and killed Sept. 10 while speaking to college students in Uta...
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Safely patrolling for their peers
Coach Charles Steen is proudly sponsoring Salado Elementary’s Safety Patrol program, open to both fourth- and fifth-grade students. Safety patrols play an important role in keeping the school running smoothly — helping at crosswalks, guiding st...
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Nixon-Smiley Mustangs honor first responders
Nixon-Smiley athletes Avery Casas, Noe Hernandez, Mystik Swenson, and Julian Amaya join to honor first responders Sept. 12 and are joined by DPS Trooper Tyler Krueger, Fire Chief Mark Mendez, Police Chief Mike Cantu, and Smiley Marshall Jason T...
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Reading with grandparents
Third-grade twins Emma and Sophia read with their grandparents at a Read With Me Grandparents Day event hosted by Pecan Valley STEM Academy. Students in Pre-K through fifth grade met their grandparents in the library and spent time reading. Mor...
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Falls City Junior High cheer
Falls City Junior High cheerleaders perform during the Junior High football games Sept. 11. Falls City Junior High cheerleaders Ainslee Buratovich Amy Castro Carter Moczygemba Kaylee Pawelek Jayleigh Polasek Corinn Pruski Adelynn Rapstine Eliza...
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Mustangs dominate Bulldogs, move to 3-0 for first time in 25 years
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs gave their fans a night to remember on Friday, Sept. 12, cruising past the Flatonia Bulldogs 47–17 at Mustang Stadium. The win not only moved Nixon- Smiley to 3–0 for the first time in more than 25 years but also marke...
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Lady Brahmas celebrate West
Lady Brahma senior Joslynn West is celebrated Sept. 12, before the Lady Brahmas took on the Falls City Beaverettes, for achieving her 1500th assist as a sophomore. Congratulations!
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Stockdale receives T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights award
Stockdale Coach Alvarez is presented with a ,000 check for the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights Sept. 12. Stockdale was one of 450 schools to be awarded ,000 for the first round. Round two winners will be announced on Sept. 25 with checks for ,0...
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East Central Hornets fall in thriller to Cougars
East Central traveled to the Dub Farris Athletic Complex on the far north side of San Antonio for a non-district tilt against the Cougars of Tom C. Clark High School on Friday, Sept. 12. In a contest that proved to be an absolute thriller, the ...
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Floresville Jaguars go 2-0
The Floresville High School varsity Jaguar volleyball team went 2-0, kicking off a 2-0 District record last week. Scores from Sept. 9: •Floresville def. Devine, 3-0: 25-20, 25- 15, 25-14 Makenna Hertless 12, Emily Hutchinson 7, Gabby Valadez 7 ...
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Poth competes in Islander Splash at Texas A-M Corpus Christi
Poth cross country teams competed in the Islander Splash Cross Country meet at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi on Sept. 13. The girls’ team placed third. The course was supposed to be 3200 meters but due to excessive rain prior to the meet, the co...
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FLORESVILLE ATHLETES COMPETE IN FALL BALL
Team2vHarlan Floresville softball Team 2 played their second Fall Ball game against Harlan Sept. 8. Team 2 had a difficult game against Harlan, but they never gave in to the larger school. Rivera was the first to make contact while at bat, gett...
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Floresville Wildcats honor Charlie Kirk
The Floresville Wildcats Texas Youth Football and Cheer Association gathered in the end zone at Bulldog Stadium in Somerset Sept. 13 alongside program Vice President Joel Sosa, for a team prayer and moment of silence. The moment was held in hon...
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Candlelight vigil for Charlie Kirk set for Saturday night in La Vernia
Community members are invited to gather Saturday, Sept. 13, in the La Vernia City Park, where a gathering will be held at the gazebo to honor Charlie Kirk. The gathering starts at 7 p.m. to remember Kirk, conservative speaker...
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First Lutheran Church plans sausage supper Sept. 21
The First Lutheran Church in Floresville invites everyone to its annual Sausage Dinner on Sunday, Sept. 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will also feature prize drawings and a country store with baked goods, homemade canned goods, and handc...
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Enjoy Sept. 20 Lonesome Dove Fest fundraiser
The Lonesome Dove Fest Foundation’s fundraiser is set for Saturday, Sept. 20, at Panna Maria Hall. Support youth scholarships and community projects by attending this fun-filled evening that includes bingo, a live auction, dinner, and more. Doo...
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Sign up for Sept. 20 candle-making class
Sign up for The Rock United Methodist Church candle-making class. The class will be held on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m. to noon. The class fee is per person and includes materials. Registration and prepayment are required in order to have...
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Add to your garden at Sept. 19 plant swap, sale
Head to the Jane Yelvington McCallum La Vernia Public Library Friday, Sept. 19, for a Plant Swap and Sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hosted by the Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners Texas A&M AgriLife Extension-Wilson County, plant lovers...
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Farmers Market at Brooks Sept. 13
Make plans to attend the Rooted in Brooks Artisan Farmers Market in San Antonio on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The market will be held at 7638 Kennedy Hill, behind La Gloria Brooks restaurant.
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Learn about Stressed Trees Sept. 17 in La Vernia
The Wilson County Beautification Association (WCBA) invites the community to learn more about protecting the trees in Central Texas on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 6:15 p.m., at Rabel’s Roadhouse in La Vernia. Rachel Sarlis, a certified arborist and Sa...
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Polish Heritage Center virtual program Sept. 16
Save the date for the Polish Heritage Center’s virtual program, “Jan Karski: Poland’s Forgotten Emissary of Truth.” The program will be presented by Tom Lenkiewicz, historian, on Tuesday, Sept. 16, beginning at 6 p.m. The presentation will expl...
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Enjoy Bunco evening Sept. 16
Haven Oaks Community Bible Church in Sutherland Springs invites the community to their Bunco fundraiser on Tuesday, Sept. 16. The evening begins with fellowship at 6:30 p.m. Bunco will begin at 7 p.m. Admission is , and proceeds help support th...
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Ladies Fish Fry fundraiser Sept. 13
Haven Oaks Community Bible Church in Sutherland Springs invites the community to their Ladies Outreach Program Fish Fry fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Plates will be and include fish, sides, and dessert. Haven Oaks Co...
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'Chris Gonzales and The Rekkers' return to Falls City Sept. 13
The live country music of local band, “Chris Gonzales and The Rekkers” returns to the Falls City Community Hall on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 8 p.m. to midnight. Enjoy a family friendly local venue that’s continuing the small-town Saturday night ...
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Pie with a double-dose of 'apple'
Next time you’re hankering for a slice of apple pie, try this recipe for a twist on that all-American favorite — it includes pineapple! This chilled pie recipe is from a Better Homes and Gardens recipe card from 1981. Pineapple-Glazed Apple Pie...
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Ancient symbol greeted Floresville High School students for years
Thanks to Clarence Ehlers for this interesting “Glimpse of the Past.” I recently came upon a document about the history of Wilson County schools by Barbara J. Wood, who researched and published many articles about Wilson County history in a ser...
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Enjoy comedy, support veterans Sept. 20
The Wilson County Veterans Coalition invites you to an evening of food and laughter in support of veterans on Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Wilson County Expo and Community Center (formerly show barn) in Floresville. The Comedy Night features come...
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Enter, check out classic rides at Sept. 20 event
The Wilson County Car Club and Richardson Bros. Chevrolet invite everyone to a car show on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Richardson Bros. Chevrolet, located at 1539 U.S. 181 in Floresville. Entries for vehicles to compete are , ...
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Vets: Attend Sept. 19 Falls City Military Appreciation Game
Area military veterans are invited to attend and be recognized Friday, Sept. 19, as the Falls City Beavers host their annual Military Appreciation Game. Participating veterans will be admitted to the evening’s football game for free. Participan...
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Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners are growing -- come grow with us!
The Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners group is growing, and you’re invited to grow along! The first day of the chapter’s second Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners Certification Class was Aug. 4. We are blessed with 25 energetic and...
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Preservation Texas secures Texas Hall -- birthplace of Trinity University
TEHUACANA — Preservation Texas has announced that it has signed a contract to purchase historic Texas Hall in Tehuacana, a monumental four-story limestone building that is one of the most endangered historic landmarks in the state and the birth...
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4:09
National Guard provides safety, security
Editor: Re: “Best use of the military” Sept. 3 I agree that the National Guard’s primary role should be as a reserve force for the active military and secondarily to provide vital support during emergencies. As to the writer’s contention that t...
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Business gets back to business
Over the years, our government has expanded dramatically, all with the objective of improving our lives. Yet, with all of this, confidence that Americans express in our country and its major institutions has plummeted. Of 18 of the nation’s maj...
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Jury nullification
Jury nullification is a fancy term for what it’s called when juries — or, in this case, grand juries — say no. It doesn’t happen very often, which is why you may have never heard of it. The old line is that a good prosecutor could get a grand j...
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Shorts and stops: Prayers, bureaucrats, STAAR tests
Seeking happiness “Now and then it’s good to pause in our pursuit of happiness and just be happy.” — Guillaume Apollinaire Our rights The Declaration of Independence says that all men are “endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable right...
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Giving is always in season
Dear Dave, My husband and I have already started putting money aside for Christmas. Recently, we were talking about what we might get our six-year-old twins, when we decided we want to make sure they experience the giving side of Christmas this...
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I wonder ... and I wonder if God wonders about us
I wonder why people who punish a child for lying will tell the same child, “Just say I’m not home.” I wonder why people can disregard thoughtless things that are said at work, by friends, or in a store, but not if the same things are said by so...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/. Commissioners Court Sept. 8 Wastewater Town Hall Sept. 2 Wilson County Commissioners Court Meeting:: Regular meeting, Sept. 8, 9-10:12 a.m. Actions: •...
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State revenue for fiscal 2025, August state sales tax collection released
Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock released totals for fiscal 2025 state revenues, in addition to announcing monthly state revenues for August. Total sales tax revenue for the three months ending in August 2025 was up 5 percent compared wit...
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County Democrats to host Rep. Vikki Goodwin Sept. 18
The Wilson County Democratic Party will welcome State Rep. Vikki Goodwin on Thursday, Sept. 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the Wilson County Justice Center courtroom, located at 800 10th St. (U.S. 181) in Floresville. Goodwin, who is serving her fourth te...
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JP clerk Wanda Reid attends TAC Legislative Conference
AUSTIN — Wilson County Pct. 1 Justice of the Peace Chief Clerk Wanda Reid is among more than 900 county officials from across Texas who attended the Texas Association of Counties’ (TAC) 2025 Legislative Conference, held Aug. 27-29 in Austin. Th...
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Weigh in on proposed I-37 improvements by Sept. 12
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) invites comments from the public regarding proposed improvements to I-37 in San Antonio from South Loop 13 (S.E. Military Drive) to Loop 410. An open house regarding the proposals was held Aug. 28,...
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Firstmark names Crouch, Tooms to key roles
SAN ANTONIO — Firstmark Credit Union is proud to announce Cynthia Crouch has been named its new chief experience officer, with current chief experience officer, Gregg Thorne, set to retire at the end of the year. The credit union also has annou...
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Texas A-M System freezes tuition, fees for two years
BRYAN- COLLEGE STATION — Texas A&M University regents on Aug. 28 approved next year’s operating budget of .1 billion and announced a two-year freeze on what Texas resident undergraduates pay for academics. Tuition and all academic fees will...
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Second special session gaveled to a close
The second special session of the Texas Legislature ended last Thursday with a new congressional map, flood relief and safety measures but a stalemate on whether to ban or regulate THC. The Dallas Morning News reported that lawmakers approved m...
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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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Bella's Ranch developer files suit, seeks 'damages' from Wilson County
According to documents filed in the 81st Judicial District, plaintiff HK Bella’s Ranch (HKBR) has filed a lawsuit against Wilson County for writ of mandamus — which orders government officials to perform their public duty — in a suit seeking da...
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Jailhouse Museum invites Peanut Fest memorabilia
If you have any memorabilia of Floresville Peanut Festivals past, you have an opportunity to be part of a historical exhibit. The Wilson County Jailhouse Museum is seeking Peanut Festival court items to put on display there until the end of Oct...
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Coronation tickets available Sept. 20
The Floresville Peanut Festival Association proudly presents the coronation of the 2025 Court of Texas Enchantment. The coronation will take place on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 7 p.m., at the Wiley Seale Auditorium at Floresville High School, 1813 Ti...
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Floresville South Elementary unveils adaptive swing set
Floresville South Elementary School celebrates the installation of a new swing set Aug. 29, equipped with special safety harnesses and nest-style seats designed specifically for students with disabilities. The project was made possible through ...
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Peanut Court enjoys Fiesta Noche del Rio!
Members of the Floresville Peanut Festival 2025 Court of Texas Enchantment attended Fiesta Noche del Rio July 12, where they danced and participated in the show. Save the dates for this year’s Peanut Festival — Oct. 9-11!
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Will your property tax bill this fall go up or down?
What will your tax bill be? Have your say on taxes and budgets at these public hearings. A number of area taxing entities — including cities, emergency services districts, and others — are preparing to set property-tax rates for the coming fisc...
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'Disastrous' wastewater facility plan draws concerned residents
[Video below] The Bella’s Ranch subdivision project has once again caused unrest with many property owners in Wilson County. “Everywhere that they plan to put this sewer line, they’re going to have to tear up the road,” Alena Berlanga told prop...
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Gearing up for 2025 llama show season
The 2025 fall show season is right around the corner for multiple species of livestock, including llamas. Area youth llama showmen have already begun participating in group practices to prepare their animals and themselves for upcoming show rin...
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Falls City runners make high marks in Poth
The Falls City cross country program competed in the Poth cross country invitational Sept. 6 in Poth. Varsity The Falls City varsity boys placed four runners in the top 35 Saturday. The team is made up entirely of underclassmen, continuing to s...
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Falls City Jr. High cross country
Falls City Jr. High cross country team gather for a photo after competing at the Poth meet Sept 6. Three individual Falls City runners earned a medal: Kenna Lyssy, Eleanor Rapstine, and Bo Pawelek. Congratulations!
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Mustangs rally to defeat Three Rivers for the first time since 2017
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs pulled off a thrilling comeback Friday night, storming back from a 28-14 halftime deficit to defeat the Three Rivers Bulldogs, 40-36. The victory on Sept. 5 marked the first time the Mustangs have beaten the Bulldogs s...
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East Central Hornets rout Roosevelt on Senior Night
It was a packed house at Hornet Stadium on Friday, Sept. 5, as the home team East Central Hornets took on the visiting Theodore Roosevelt Rough Riders. Fans filled the stadium for EC’s annual Gold Out game, which was also Senior Night. The home...
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Pirettes place first in Poth cross country meet
Poth Pirette cross-country runners celebrate their results after the meet in Poth Sept. 6. The varsity girls team took first place. Individually, senior Brooklyn Albert took gold, junior Katelyn Poth placed silver, and freshman Chelsea Gorzell ...
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La Vernia Lady Bears defeat Davenport Lady Wolves, 3-0
The La Vernia Lady Bear volleyball team was in action during the Labor Day weekend at the Aug. 28-30 Smithson Valley tournament in Comal ISD and came home with a fourth-place finish in this highly competitive tournament. La Vernia started with ...
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Cuero outlasts La Vernia in scoring fest at Gobbler Stadium
The La Vernia Bears traveled to Gobbler Stadium in Cuero on Friday, Sept. 5 in a non-district game that saw a La Vernia comeback fall short for a 49-41 Cuero victory. Cuero started the scoring on the first play from scrimmage with an 81-yard to...
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Braeden Fuller named to NCAA D-II football preseason watchlist
Two players from the Angelo State University Rams football team, including Braeden Fuller of Floresville, have been named to preseason watchlists for two of the most prestigious awards in NCAA Division II football heading into the 2025 season. ...
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Send your Peanut Festival court, rep bios for Goober Gazette!
Attention, Floresville Peanut Festival representatives, royal court members, and parade marshals! The deadline is Friday, Sept. 12, to send your short bio and photo to the Wilson County News to be included in the “Goober Gaze...
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Rainfall report
The following areas has reports of rain last week. ALUM COMMUNITY •Ginger Coleman 0.2” DEWEES •Alene Pawelek 0.1" EAGLE CREEK Willie Wiatrek 2.8" ELMENDORF •Archie Wiatrek 4” FLORESVILLE •Gauna 0" •Taryn Morales 3.5” GOLIAD •Bryan Yanta 0.1" GR...
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Hornets' rally comes up short against Hawks
The East Central Hornets started off the 2025-26 season in a battle against not only one of the top teams in the San Antonio area, but also against nature itself. EC opened up on Saturday, August 30 against the Harlan Hawks, a team that went 12...
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Nominate your favorite educator!
It’s time to nominate your favorite teacher for Educator of the Quarter. The deadline is Tuesday, Sept. 30, for the third quarter of 2025. Whether it’s a teacher who inspired you or a mentor who made a difference, show your appreciation by fill...
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CAST invites Realtors to Sept. 23 lunch-n-learn event
Area Realtors, brokers, and loan officers are invited to a free “Lunch, Learn & Tour” on Tuesday, Sept. 23, in Floresville. The event will start at 11:30 a.m., and takes place at 108 Pradera Ridge Drive, off U.S. 181 north of Floresville. T...
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Help rebuild Ingram Little League Sept. 21 in Sugar Land
Little League organizations are inviting assistance to support the Ingram Little League, in the aftermath of the July 4 floods that wreaked havoc on Hill Country communities. In partnership with the Sugar Land Space Cowboys, Little League will ...
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How expensive is your loyalty to Jesus?
The late great comedian Jerry Clower was the size of a professional football player. He once told that his son was the field goal kicker for his high school football team. One day his son had the chance to kick the goal that would give his team...
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Seguin Art League offers drawing skills class
The next “Unwind Your Drawing Skills” will be held on Friday, Sept. 12, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Seguin Art League, 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. This class will concentrate on two-point linear perspective. It will begin with a basic understa...
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Sweat for Pets: No-kill shelter adoption event Sept. 13
Join the Wilson County No Kill Animal Shelter (WCNKAS) for an adoption event Saturday, Sept. 13, 4-8 p.m., at Anytime Fitness in Floresville. Guests can bring a bag of dog or cat food (preferably Purina brand) to be entered in a prize drawing. ...
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Enjoy Bunco for Books Sept. 13
Plan now to roll the dice to help support the Wilson County Public Libraries at Bunco for Books, a fundraiser hosted by the Friends of the Wilson County Public Libraries. Grab your friends and family and head to the Sam Fore Jr. Wilson County P...
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Tickets on sale for Sept. 21 Luxury Pirate Bingo
Make plans now to attend the Poth Athletic Boosters’ Luxury Pirate Bingo Night, Sunday, Sept. 21, at Kosciusko Hall, located at 7975 F.M. 541, in Stockdale. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. Dinner will be served at 5 p.m., and bingo begins at 5:30 ...
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Dance to Jake Botello Sept. 12
Dance to the music of Jake Botello and Hill Country Outlaws on Friday, Sept. 12, from 7-10:30 p.m., at Geronimo VFW, 6808 S.H. 123, in Seguin, to support RoundUp4Charity. Admission is . Admission for first responders is free. For information, v...
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Master Gardeners to host April Ripple Sept. 11
The Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, Sept. 11, from 6-7:30 p.m. The guest speaker will be Guadalupe County Master Gardener April Ripple, with a presentation on canning and food preservation t...
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RoundUp4Charity dance in Comal County
Two-step over to Columbus Club Hall in New Braunfels in your best western duds for a night of music and dancing to support RoundUp4Charity. Tunes from the “Cactus Country Band” with fiddling champion Regina Anderson will fill the hall on Friday...
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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 ...
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Catsup soup -- quick and easy meal
Catsup — or ketchup — is a popular condiment. But have you ever heard of using it to make soup? This recipe for “Catsup Soup” comes from Elaine Mazurek Stephens, which she shared in the Food and Family Cookbook from St. Ann’s Catholic Church in...
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SARA's Gaudlitz addresses Republican Women
Derek Gaudlitz, who represents Wilson County on the San Antonio River Authority board of directors, provides information about the river authority’s flood management initiatives, recreational opportunities, and educational activities, and provi...
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Falls City High School alumni gather for 2025 Beaver Roundup
The Falls City Community Hall was the place to be Aug. 2, as another Annual Beaver Roundup of Falls City High School alumni was held. Registration and social hour started at 4 p.m., followed by a meal with barbecue, sausage, and all the trimmin...
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We deserve better
Editor: Re: “Equipment sale, purchase turn into indictments for Wilson County officials” Aug. 27 Texas Rangers and FBI sniffing around? That’s not a game of hide-and-seek; that’s real accountability knocking. Or is it a political smear job? Som...
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Best use of the military
Editor: Trump’s recent executive order directing the training and equipping of a specialized National Guard unit for domestic deployment represents an inappropriate use of our military. There is no insurrection or widespread domestic threat to ...
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Bed, bath, and beyond California
The much-publicized exchange between Bed Bath & Beyond chairman Marcus Lemonis and California Gov. Gavin Newsom is a lesson for the whole country. We shoppers look back fondly on the marketing acumen that, starting with one store in 1971, b...
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I'm With Newsom
I don’t always say that. Sometimes the California governor and would-be 2028 contender drives me slightly crazy with his transparent stunts to get attention. But this is not a stunt. The redistricting bill that the California legislature passed...
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Shorts and stops: Bad news, good news, changes
Republicans stumble? Will Texas Republicans take advantage of what’s apparently a favorable situation in Austin with the new electoral districts? Or will they stumble again, as they often do by pulling defeat from the jaws of victory? With Texa...
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MEETING WATCH
View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/. Floresville Aug. 14, Commissioners Aug. 25, Elmendorf Aug. 21, LVISD Aug. 18 City of Elmendorf Meeting:: Regular meeting, Aug. 21, 7-7:48 p.m. https:/...
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Phylis Williams joins China Grove City Council
New China Grove City Council member Phylis Williams takes the oath of office from City Secretary Melinda Sauceda Aug. 21, after the city council appointed her to fill an empty seat on the council. The vacancy was created when only two candidate...
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Donate blood Sept. 7
St. Anthony Catholic Church encourages community members to participate in its next Blood Drive, scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Donors can sign up at donor.southtexasblood.org/ donor/ schedules/ d...
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Sign up to give blood Sept. 12
Community members can help save lives by donating blood Friday, Sept. 12, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Jon Wayne Service Co. The blood drive will take place at 9272 U.S. 87 E. in San Antonio. All donors will receive a Santikos Gift Pack (includin...
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Remembrance Mass Sept. 10 for those who have died by suicide
In observance of World Suicide Prevention Day, San Antonio Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller, MSpS, will celebrate a special Mass to remember those who have died by suicide on Wednesday, Sept. 10, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in San Antonio. T...
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Jones to oversee veterans' financial assistance program
Wilson County Veterans Service Officer Ray Herrera (left) introduces new county Veterans Case Coordinator Christine Jones to the Wilson County commissioners during their Aug. 25 meeting. As case manager, Jones will oversee the county’s new fina...
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Weigh in on taxes, budgets at these public hearings
Have your say about proposed tax rates and budgets at upcoming public hearings. A number of area taxing entities — including cities, Wilson County, and emergency services districts — are preparing to set property-tax rates for the coming fiscal...
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Don't blur the lines
Dear Dave, I’m 29, and I’m about to buy my first home. My plan is to buy a duplex and rent out the other side to help pay down the mortgage quickly. A good friend, who is like a brother to me, wants to be my renter. But I’m worried this might j...
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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. La Vernia Police Department •A...
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COURT UPDATE
The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Demetria L. Walker, 33, of Dallas was originally sentenced in January 2018 to four years of deferred adjudication- community super...
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Redistricting bill sent to Abbott; lawsuit challenges it
Editor’s Note: This is an early bulldog edition of Capital Highlights to accommodate early holiday deadlines. It will be updated Sunday if needed. The Texas Senate approved the new congressional map and sent the bill to Gov. Greg Abbott. A laws...
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Floresville Bridal Expo invites vendors, sponsors
The Floresville Chamber of Commerce, partnering with the city of Floresville and Floresville Economic Development Corp., will host its first-ever Bridal Expo and Fashion Show on Sunday, Sept. 28, in the Floresville Event Center. Doors will open...
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A.S.T.E.P. hosts 'chat-n-paint' evening
Art enthusiasts of all ages proudly display their masterpieces Aug. 21, after an evening of creativity and conversation at El Mesias United Methodist Church in Floresville. The event was hosted by the After School Tutoring Education Program (A....
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Peanut Festival royalty visits the zoo!
Members of the Floresville Peanut Festival 2025 Court of Texas Enchantment enjoy their traditional trip to the San Antonio Zoo July 11. Save the dates for this year’s Peanut Festival — Oct. 9-11!
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Behind the lens: Photographer Felipe Salazar says goodbye to sports, hello to the sky
Felipe Salazar is a masterful storyteller; but his stories contain no written or spoken word. That’s because Felipe tells stories through photographs. For the past 15 years, Felipe has contributed sports photos to the Wilson County News. His ac...
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Lady Bears take down Lady Apaches
The Antonian College Prep Lady Apaches put up a wall Aug. 26 against La Vernia as Lady Bear senior Layla Haddock (15) reaches to power the ball past the defense. The 5A Lady Apaches found their 4A hosts more than ready for the battle; the Lady ...
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County Veterans Service Office moves
The Wilson County Veterans Service Office is encouraging veterans to drop in and take a look at its new location and learn about a new grant program. The office recently moved to 1144 C St. in downtown Floresville; it’s now in the same building...
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Kindergarten soldiers complete boot camp
Students at Tradition Elementary celebrate after soldiering through the first week of school and officially completing Kindergarten Boot Camp.A...
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Nixon-Smiley wins nailbiter over Luling, 22-21
The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs provided their fans with a game to remember Friday night, rallying in the fourth quarter to narrowly beat the Luling Eagles 22-21 in an exciting home opener Aug. 29. The Mustangs fought from behind nearly the entire ga...
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Lady Hornet volleyball
The East Central varsity Lady Hornet volleyball team is enjoying a 12-5 overall record. Scores (8/12) fell to Veterans Memorial, 3-0(8/15) def. Highlands***, 2-0(8/15) def. Edison***, 2-0(8/15) def. Southside***, 2-0(8/16) def. TMI-Episcopal***...
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Floresville Jaguars play fall ball
Floresville Jaguars softball athletes participated in a Fall Ball tournament Aug. 25 at the Kennedy Sports Complex in San Antonio. Team 2 took on Sotomayor with Alyssah Bolanos pitching. Mirella Rivera hit a ball into right field, gaining a dou...
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CHEERING ON THE JAGUARS
Floresville High School cheerleaders pep up the crowd for the Jaguars during their game against Madison Aug. 26 at home.Article Link
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Floresville runners break records
The Floresville cross country team participated in the “SA XC — Friday Night Lights” Aug. 22, held at the Alamo City Youth Sports Fields in San Antonio. Two 5K cross country school records were broken! Nora Felan ran 19:36.7 this past weekend a...
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JAGUARS TAKE ON MAVERICKS
Scores and stats Floresville fell to Madison, 0-3 (21- 25, 16-25, 21-25) •Aces: Eliyah Flores 1 •Kills: Makenna Hertless 6, Gabby Valadez 3 •Assists: Maddie Harden 6, Lailah Fuentes 5 •Digs: Eliyah Flores 4, Lyla Smith 11, Addyson Angell 4, Sab...
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BEAVERS DOMINATE BULLDOGS
The Falls City Beavers played a dominating game Aug. 29 when they hosted the Three Rivers Bulldogs and won, 41- 6. From start to finish, the Beavers owned the field. The entire team put in work to bring home a win that made Beaver Nation proud....
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