The Llano Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual Membership Meeting from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 8, at the Dabbs Hotel in Llano. The meeting is open to all Chamber members, as well as anyone interested in learning more about partnering with or joining the Llano Chamber of Commerce. Founded in 1919, the Llano Chamber of Commerce has long served as a resource and advocate for the local business community, working to encourage economic activity, support area b ...... read more

An investigation is underway after a 59-year-old East Texas woman was found dead along a trail at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area last Thursday afternoon. According to Texas Parks and Wildlife, park staff were notified of a possible deceased person at approximately 3:00 p.m. on August 27. The woman was located on a trail on the west side of the park. The Llano County Sheriff's Office reported that another person walking the trail had discovered the woman unresponsive an ...... read more

The Blanco Independent School District (ISD) trustee board was presented with Texas Education Agency (TEA) 2026 accountability ratings at the Monday August 17th regular meeting. The board also heard an update from E3 Entegral Solutions on 2025 bond projects relating to HVAC and lighting. The board voted to approve a resolution recognizing 4-H as an extracurricular activity ensuring students receive attendance and educational credit when participating in events off-campus ...... read more

The Mason High School cross country team began the 2026 season with a statement. The Punchers won the varsity division of the Stride on the Great Divide hosted by Eldorado High School August 19, while the Cowgirls finished third overall in their division. Senior Cooper Ratliff took gold in the boy's individual standings with a time of 16 minutes and 48 seconds.... read more

The Mason High School football team wrapped up a successful August with a dominating scrimmage against Ozona August 20. The Punchers scored seven times using a mix of personnel and plays that kept the Lions guessing. “I thought we really showed improvement from the week before,” head coach Wade Griffin said. “We had a little fire about us, which was exciting to see.... read more

The Mason High School football team has been preparing for what's coming Friday, August 25, for months. And at 7:00 p.m. at the R. Clinton Schulze Puncher Dome, the waiting will end. That's when the Punchers host Reagan County in the first game of the 2026 season. Head coach Wade Griffin, who is entering his second year, commended his players for being dialed-in and making every minute of preparation count. “We've been as focused as a group as I've eve ...... read more