Announcements

Market for Plastic Recyclables Declines to $0 Value As of July 1, 2018 Blanco County Recycling will be forced to discontinue taking numbered 3 to 7 plastic containers and all other large plastic items illegally dumped at the Blanco County Recycling Center. “As of July 1, 2018, the recycle center will discontinue takin gin all plastics with a 3 to 7 rating,” Blanco County Commissioner, Precinct 4, Paul Granberg said.

The City of Blanco Public Water System has implemented Stage 1 water restrictions effective June 4, 2018, according to Ronnie Rodriguez, City of Blanco Public Works Director. The City of Blanco is currently purchasing treated water from Canyon Lake Water Service Company, which initiated drought rationing June 1. Provisions for the Stage 1 restrictions for all City of Blanco water customers is: Voluntary Water Use Restrictions: 1.

The Blanco County Child Protection and Family Advocacy Board can use new, unused quilts to give to children who they identify through their provided services. On May 30, Diana Reeves, pictured at left, on behalf of The Blanco Quilters on the Square, presented nine children’s quilts to (pictured from left) Det.

Governor offers safety plan designed to prevent shootings at schools Gov. Greg Abbott on May 30 joined state and local leaders in Dallas and San Marcos to unveil his School and Firearm Safety Action Plan. The governor’s plan came 12 days after the Santa Fe High School shooting in which 10 people were killed and 10 people were injured.

The Blanco Lucky Leaf 4-H had six classes each of sewing and photography on alternating Wednesdays at the Blanco Public Library and The Back 40 at Old 300 BBQ. Cathy Hut, Blanco County Newspaper editor and Shelly Marquette, Lucky Leaf 4-H project leader, led the sewing classes. During the first class, 16 members learned how to hand sew a shape with a small needle and thread, first on a paper plate, then on some cloth with a hoop.

The American Legion Post 352 and the American Legion Auxiliary will be holding a Garage Sale and fundraiser on Saturday June 23, 2018 from 8: 00am to 4: 00pm. At Post 352 111 Blanco Ave in the Northwest corner of the Lowes parking lot. We will also be selling Hamburgers * Hot Dogs* Ice Cold Snow Cones and drinks. What a great way to have fun and support our Veterans! For information, call Roxanna Avants at (512) 627-0584 or Randi Weeks, American Legion Auxiliary president Unit 352 at ...

The Highland Lakes Family Crisis Center hosted a Cinco de Mayo-themed Volunteer Appreciation Brunch on Saturday, May 5, 2018, which was held at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Marble Falls. A Mexican feast was enjoyed by all and each attendee was honored with a small token of thanks, along with a Certificate of Appreciation that included the number of service years they have partnered with HLFCC. In 2017, these tireless individuals gifted 6,250 hours to the organization in numerous and need ...

The Johnson City Library is proud to sponsor a photography project called “The Faces and Places of Blanco County.” The library has a long history in Johnson City and hosts many weekly activities for the community. Being a part of the community means offering ways to grow as a community and learn about each other and we want to be a hub for social engagement in Johnson City.

The nineth Annual Marble Falls Soapbox Classic will take place June 15-17, 2018. The historic downtown district of Marble Falls will be filled with racing, live music, vendors and excitement! “We are thrilled about the racing changes made to the Derby event the last few years.” said event producer, Shannon Heep.

The Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association (TSCRA) today welcomed its new executive director of law enforcement and theft prevention. The position is responsible for leading TSCRA’s Special Rangers, an elite group of law enforcement officers who have extensive knowledge of the cattle industry and primarily investigate cattle theft and other agricultural crimes, though they are well-trained in all facets of law enforcement.