Texas topped 1 million COVID-19 cases as some counties reimposed restrictions that had been loosened after this summer’s spike.
Particularly hard-hit El Paso extended its temporary shutdown of nonessential businesses, but the Texas Eighth Court of Appeals ruled 2-1 Friday to block County Judge Ricardo Samaniego’s order. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, Gov.
At 3:05 p.m. on Monday November 16, the special meeting of the Blanco Commissioners Court was called to order by Judge Brett Bray. All commissioners were present.
Kenneth Welch took the floor during public comments addressing concerns regarding the cyber assessment of county election systems. He claimed that in Nov. of 2019, Judge Bray signed the contract which authorized the cyber security assessment, but was advised by a public information officer that the assessment had not been complete ...
The Pearl Hotel in Johnson City was a mighty busy place in the early days. A lot of horse and buggy traffic came through town. Travelers could hardly wait to warm their tired backsides by the Pearl’s fire place and sit on the balcony in the evenings and watch the world go by.
James Polk Johnson built the Pearl in the 1880s.
One way to honor Blanco County veterans is by honoring those who have passed away.
Wreaths Across America aims to do that once again in Blanco County. On Dec. 19 at noon, volunteers will place wreaths on veterans graves in five cemeteries in the county – Blanco Historic Cemetery, Twin Sisters Cemetery, St.
Incumbents carried the day in local and regional elections involving Blanco County.
In the only race for a place on the JCISD school board, Cristol Carbury Corpus defended her Place 7 seat with 1,501 votes over challenger Carlette R. Lewis with 1,295 votes.
In the race for Blanco County Commissioner in Precinct 1, incumbent Tommy Weir won with 77.66 percent of the vote.
If broadband is a lifeline, then rural Texas is in danger of dying.
In its first report to the Texas Legislature, the Governor’s Broadband Development Council called for the creation of a state broadband plan and a state broadband office. Texas is one of six states without a plan for enhancing broadband access.
The pandemic has highlighted the need for broadband connectivity and emphasized it is a critical issue for the state’s rural and unserved areas, according to the report.
This week, Americans will enjoy a delicious meal on Thanksgiving Day with family and friends– either in person or virtually. Taking the necessary steps toward safe food handling and sanitation will help protect you and your loved ones this year. To make sure your Thanksgiving meal is prepared safely, the U.S.
Rotary Club of Blanco County
The Club is meeting over Zoom videoconferencing at 6:30 p.m. on November 16. The guest speaker will be former astronaut Tom Henricks. Contact Bob Backle for Zoom information at [email protected].
Sew Your Own Facemask Class
On Tuesday November 17 at 11:30, the Library will host this tutorial using the new in-house sewing machines.
JCISD Board Trustees held a regular meeting on November 9, 2020. Board President Shelly Wenmohs called the meeting to order at 6 pm and a quorum was established with all trustees present excepting Randy Rutherford.
One-Time Payments to all JCISD employees
“We would like to thank our Administrative Team, teachers, and support operations staff for the amount of work and additional duties they have been tasked with since last March in adapting to District COVID needs.
JCISD Board Trustees held a regular meeting on November 9, 2020. Board President Shelly Wenmohs called the meeting to order at 6 pm and a quorum was established with all trustees present excepting Randy Rutherford.
One-Time Payments to all JCISD employees
“We would like to thank our Administrative Team, teachers, and support operations staff for the amount of work and additional duties they have been tasked with since last March in adapting to District COVID needs.
