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Judge Brett Bray called the regular Blanco County Elections Commission meeting to order at 10:05 a.m. on April 7 via Zoom. Laura Walla, County Clerk; Kristen Spies, County Tax Assessor Collector; Carlette Lewis, Republican Party Chair; Terry Casparis, Democratic Party Chair; and Kim Ashby, assistant County Attorney, were present in the Zoom meeting. First, in public comments, Kenneth Welch addressed the commission with his public comments which focused on the Texas Secretary of State Electi ...

FREDERICKSBURG- During the early morning of Saturday, April 11th, at approximately 12:45 a.m., Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to a residence within the 15000 block of Ranch Road 965 as it was reported that an intruder had been shot by a person in the home.  The homeowner, Curtis Roys, 73, was asleep when he heard a loud banging noise outside the residence.

At 1:25 p.m on Tuesday., two vehicles crashed at the 100 block of E. Main Street in Johnson City. Blanco County ESD 2 arrived promptly after the Johnson City VFD and Police. The block has been under construction since last week as a sidewalk has been refurbished. Photo by Marty Garcia.

The CARES Act (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act) is a $2 trillion stimulus package that provides economic relief for individuals and small businesses and increases federal funding for public health initiatives and research. Please see the graphic accompanying this article to determine benefits to individuals. It is not necessary to apply for the individual benefit.

Teri Albright thought she found some clear water in her barn shower. She attempted to shower and wash her hair there, but it wasn’t long before the water turned brown, like the well water in her house. Days later, her hair remained thick and sticky, even after attempting to rinse it with bottled water and more shampoo. “It’s ridiculous,” said Albright, who lives along Chimney Valley Road, with her husband, Milton Shaw. Albright and Shaw are one of at least three Blanco-area prop ...

Child abuse is a concern in every community and crosses all racial, economic and cultural lines. It is committed by both men and women, and sometimes even by young people themselves. Sadly, most often the abuser is a parent, family member, or someone with regular access to the child. Common stressors increase the risk of abuse and neglect.

Fredericksburg— As Hill Country Memorial (HCM) looks to further ensure protecting its patients and keeping the community well, it has cancelled all elective surgeries for the foreseeable future. Also, in observance of social distancing, the Foundation for HCM has cancelled upcoming fundraising events. These decisions were made knowing the financial hardship that would result.

The Blanco County Friends of the Night Sky (BCFNS) has announced the 2020 Hill Country Night Sky Songwriting Contest. This year’s contest, open to songwriters of any genre or residence, focuses on the theme “Preserving the Night Sky.” Deadline for song submission is September 25, 2020. “Last year’s contest was such a success we decided to do it again!” said Larry Seiler, BCFNS treasurer and owner of the Los Senderos Recording Studio located between Blanco and Johnson City.

AUSTIN — Gov. Greg Abbott on April 1 posted an online video message seeking Texans’ individual and collective help to reduce the spread of the deadly new coronavirus, COVID-19. In the message, Abbott requires all Texans to stay home unless they are participating in an essential service or activity, such as going to a grocery store.

Scammers use public health emergencies as opportunities for new fraud schemes. In fact, The Federal Trade Commission has already received complaints about stimulus checks scams. As you may know, the government is preparing to distribute stimulus checks to help provide relief to households due to the COVID 19 crises. Things you need to know: • Individuals with adjusted gross incomes of less than $75,000 should expect to receive $1200 with couples receiving $2400, and $500 per child. ...