By Rachel Lumpee
The Blanco County Commissioners Court meeting was called to order by Judge Brett Bray at 9:02 a.m. with all four commissioners present.
After reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, the public hearing on the adopted budget was opened at 9:04 a.m. This hearing provided the time to make comments regarding the county’s budget to comply with Section 111.075(b) of the Texas Local Government code.
Kristen Vento (left) and Jeffrey Roach were sworn in as Blanco County’s newest Deputies by Judge Brett Bray, and Sheriff Don Jackson congratulated both afterwards. Courtesy photos.
Old Annex Live Music Event
On Saturday, October 17 the Old Annex Market will host Madison Rodges for an evening of live music at 200 N Ave G in Johnson City. The event is free and will also feature shopping and food. More information is at www.oldannex.com.
Navigating the
in-between: The Future of Science
A free visual event hosted by the Science Mill will begin on Thursday, October 15 and end on Sunday, October 18.
We think Halloween is a spooktacular time for families and neighborhoods. We know that a lot of y’all have had questions about trick-or-treating this year. It is important to note that the city does not schedule or regulate Halloween. The Governor’s current order as of October 5, 2020, requires outdoor gatherings over 10 people to have approval.
Madison Rodges, local musician and singer, will be performing at Old Annex Market in Johnson City on Saturday, October 17.
A Texas native, Madison is a country music artist with an amazing voice and great songwriting skills. Growing up singing, Madison was also a part of the Singing Girls of Texas and traveled all over the country singing.
On Oct. 7, Kinder Morgan presented a payment of $600,653 for county road repairs and maintenance on behalf of the Permian Highway Pipeline project. Pictured, from left, are: Blanco County Commissioner Tommy Weir; Allen Fore, Vice President of Public Affairs at Kinder Morgan; and County Judge Brett Bray.
Kinder Morgan also presented a donation of $85,000 to the Peyton Colony School Trust in Blanco County on behalf of the Permian Highway Pipeline Project.
It’s that time of year again. Open enrollment for Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans starts October 15 and runs through December 7.
It is so important that you review your Medicare Part D plans and your Medicare Advantage plans (if you have one) every year. Plans change and you want to make sure your prescriptions and doctors (for Advantage Plans) are still in your network.
The changes you can make during Medicare’s Open Enrollment include:
• Joining a new Medicare Advan ...
AUSTIN – When the first cold fronts of the year finally roar down from the north, many Texas consumers will turn on their heating systems for the season. It is a good idea to have the heating system checked thoroughly for proper operation and potential safety issues. If your heater operates with natural gas or propane your service professional will check for carbon monoxide leaks that can migrate into the living spaces.
A natural gas or propane heating system that is operating correctly v ...
Dear readers, I think we have all had enough stress in our lives right now, so maybe something to bring a smile to you seems timely. Enjoy.
Overheard in a Heavenly conversation between God and St. Francis…
GOD: St. Francis, you know all about gardens and nature. What in the world is going on down there in the USA?
City of Johnson City Council held a Special Meeting on October 8, 2020. Mayor Rhonda Stell called the Special meeting to order at 2:02 p.m., and a quorum was established. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and there was no Invocation or Public Comments.
The City Council convened into Executive Session at 2:03 pm in accordance with Government Code Section 551.074, Personnel Matters, and 551.071 consultation with attorney for deliberation regarding the review of candidate applications for ...
