One Blanco man, a lifelong Christian, saw a chance to make a difference in the world by starting a nonprofit organization that founds schools in a war-torn African nation.
Faith is fierce in Nigeria, which is why Mike Arnold, co-founder of Africa Arise, has been drawn like a magnet to its people.
“The people are incredible; it’s an amazing place” Arnold said.
He’s traveled to Nigeria 11 times so far.
“The first thing you see at the airport is a sign that reads: ‘Welcome to ...
Local author Eddy Rogers recently published his fifth novel, Dollars, Diamonds and Death. This short novel follows the new adventure of John Mariner, a Blanco, Texas, attorney. Always on the prowl for good new clients, Mariner helps a wealthy and successful private wealth manager, Greg Robertson, buy a large ranch north of Blanco, Texas.
Mayor Rhonda Stell called the Special Meeting of the Johnson City City Council to order on September 15, 2020 at 5 p.m. A quorum was established with all members present. Pastor Steve Sanchez gave the Invocation which was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
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Several Chamber members and business owners addressed the City Council regarding a reduction of staffing at the Visitor’s Center.
You might have noticed some construction going on over at East Main Grill recently, and wondered just what is going on. In fact, an exciting and not-so-new business is coming to Main Street.
Johnson City residents Katie and Josh Brownfield have begun the process of establishing a branch of their successful north-of-Dripping Springs restaurant, Proof and Cooper, right here on Main Street.
Proof and Cooper offers a family-friendly space at 18800 Hamilton Pool Road, with smoked meats, a ...
On Wednesday, Kinder Morgan made four donations to the libraries and ministerial alliances of Blanco County, totaling $46,000.00. Above: Maggie Goodman of the Johnson City Public Library, and Crystal Spybuck of the Blanco Public Library, each received a donation of $18,000 for projects ongoing at their respective libraries. Below: Pastor Jimmy Boatright of the North Blanco County Ministerial Alliance and Pastor Carlos Cloyd of the South Blanco County Ministerial Alliance each received a donat ...
Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz, and their team are excited to return to Texas! They plan to film episodes of the hit series American Pickers throughout the area in November.
The press release stated: “With the proliferation of COVID-19, we are all facing very uncertain times. We at American Pickers are taking the pandemic very seriously and will be following all guidelines and protocols for safe filming as outlined by the state and CDC.
HCM celebrated the one-year anniversary of the Kathleen C. Cailloux Birthing Center on Sept 14.
Since the birthing center opened a year ago, it has welcomed over 420 new babies to the Hill Country. The pavilion underwent a $3 million renovation that enabled the HCM obstetrics wing to increase in size by 50%.
Upgrades increased the number of Labor, Birthing, Recovery, Postpartum (LBRP) suites from four to eight, added four hydrotherapy tubs to allow expectant mothers to naturally alleviate ...
For 30 years, Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area has been assisting job seekers and businesses in Blanco County. Workforce Solutions is proud to be a partner with the Blanco County Community Resource Center (CRC) and to provide computers and equipment for individuals to look for work at the CRC. Workforce Solutions staff will also meet with job seekers and employers at the CRC by appointment.
In addition, with COVID-19, Workforce Solutions has transitioned to offering job seekers assist ...
While scientists race to develop a COVID-19 vaccine, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is urging everyone to get a flu shot.
Texans need to do their part to keep moving forward the state’s recovery from the pandemic, the governor said. Last week, he also eased restrictions placed on businesses in most of Texas.
In a new public service announcement, Abbott reminded Texans that flu season already has arrived.
By Terri Seller
Even a pandemic didn’t tamp down the enthusiasm felt by the women who generously joined forces to raise money for a deserving Blanco County non-profit.
Early last year, the Blanco Non-Profit Coalition and its group of energetic women who presented Wild Woman Weekend decided to take a break from the work, but not the fundraising.
