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In recognition of noteworthy local efforts to reduce light pollution and promote the benefits of nighttime darkness, IDA today designated the Wimberley Valley of Texas as an International Dark Sky Community. It is only the third such designation to date in the Lone Star State. The Wimberley Valley, situated in the Texas Hill Country between the Austin and San Antonio metropolitan areas, consists of the Cities of Wimberley and Woodcreek and neighboring unincorporated areas subject to limited ...

Lavender farms around Blanco are the foundation of Lavender Fest. On their property growers take a hands-on approach to making their products. For them it is a labor of love, more than a way of making a living, but to work with something they enjoy. Lavender is easy to grow in most any garden soil, or gravel and sand with a sunny dry open space and good drainage.

RED (Riding Equines for the Disabled) Arena held its 8th annual fundraiser June 2, 2018 at the Dripping Springs Ranch Park. The mission statement of this non-profit organization is, “…to empower individuals with disabilities through horses.” The arena serves adults and children in equine-assisted therapy, mental health services, therapeutic riding lessons, beginner riding lessons, family support and social groups. As a physical therapist, founder Jennifer Young became interested in ...

The Blanco Historic Preservation Commission met May 29, 2018 and reviewed the status of ongoing projects and fundraising efforts. Commission member Hollis Boatright motioned that the minutes from the May 21, 2018 meeting be approved, which was agreed to by the commission. Martin announced that an application to have the Blanco ISD Administration building placed on the National Register of Historic Places was denied because of the many improvements made over time.

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.

Mindfulness for Better Sleep Last night, I lay in bed for a couple of hours unable to sleep. Have you ever done that? I’m thinking six out of 10 of you have, at least once. Between 25 percent and almost 50 percent of Americans over the age of 18 regularly have trouble falling asleep and staying asleep for the recommended seven hours per every 24-hour period.

In the city of Blanco, if a property owner intends on building a structure on their property, a building permit is required. If the owner plans to make a modification or alteration to an existing structure on the property, a building permit is also required. Once the property owner determines that a building permit is needed, they are required to apply for the permit at City Hall. The applicant must pay a fee for each permit, and if any electrical, plumbing, or HVAC work will be perform ...