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The lake level is at 979.01 feet - 4.5% capacity.
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Veterans VoiceOn this page, we preserve the stories and memories of military veterans. This is a place for service members to share their experiences in the most vivid, intimate way - in their own voices. Please listen here.
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Growing Up In Bandera - PodcastAs my Growing Up In Bandera story keeps rolling along I can count on the blessing of a somewhat sound mind to recall events that can carry me away from any of my modern day problems.
Listen to Season 5, Episode 3, of Growing Up In Bandera on mini podcast. |
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Bandera Powerlifting opens season with strong showing in Carrizo SpringsThe Bandera High School Powerlifting team officially kicked off their season this past weekend, delivering a powerhouse performance at their inaugural meet in Carrizo Springs. The Bulldogs displayed a blend of technical precision and grit, signaling a promising trajectory for the 2026 season.
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2026 Bandera County Junior Livestock Show - Horse Division ResultsThe 2026 Bandera County Jr. Livestock Show was held Jan. 7-10. This year’s Horse Division winners were Lawson State - Junior High Point, Carey Reed - Horse Division Superintendent, Kaleia Langley - Cindy Kline Memorial Award Winner, Brooke Lee - Senior High Point.
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Today in Texas History
On this day in 1839, Waterloo (soon to be renamed Austin) was approved as the new capital of the Republic of Texas. In 1836, Columbia (now West Columbia) had become the first capital of an elected government of the republic. It remained capital for three months. The city of Houston was then selected as a temporary capital until 1839.
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Growing Up In BanderaIn the city park, just above the river near the dam area, there is a huge pecan tree that holds precious memories of time spent with the love of my life before we were married. Those conversations we had back then would involve breakups and makeups, along with planning our future. I can still feel the pain of some heartbreaks, as well as the joy of sharing love with someone I never imagined I would ever have to live without.
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Bandera Bulldogs show resilience in pre-district clash against La GrangeThe Bandera Bulldog varsity basketball team (12-9) traveled to San Marcos for a high-stakes matchup against the 14-8 La Grange Leopards. In a back-and-forth battle that saw the Bulldogs fight within three points late in the game, Bandera ultimately fell 49-58.
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Bandera Lady Bulldogs notch first district win
The Bandera Lady Bulldogs basketball team notched their first district win of the season Tuesday night with a 56-25 victory over the Canyon Lake Lady Hawks. The Bulldogs took control of the game early, recording 7 first quarter steals and jumping out to a 20-3 lead. By halftime, Bandera had extended its lead to 21 points, and the Bulldogs continued their dominance in the second half.
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FlawlessEveryone has a best friend, human or not. I’m very fond of my Very Best Friend because she still supports me when I act human, or when I do not. Backup in this world is critical and it’s also much easier to get in trouble.
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Bandera Bulldogs show grit at Carrizo Springs tournamentThe Bandera Bulldogs boys basketball teams took to the court this weekend at the Carrizo Springs Tournament, showing determination, teamwork, and growth throughout the competition.
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BMS Lady Bulldog Basketball: Preseason tournament recapThe Bandera Middle School Lady Bulldogs kicked off their season this past weekend at the Lady Dogies Invitational in Pearsall. Despite shorthanded rosters due to the stock show and early-season injuries, all four teams showed incredible heart and growth on the court.
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Candidate forum scheduled for local contested races
The Bandera County Republican Party is hosting a candidate forum for contested Bandera County elections, on Wednesday, Feb. 4.
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All-State awards rolling in for Medina's fall sportsFour Medina ISD athletes have been announced as All-State award winners.
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Sublime Rambling
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Kerrville Genealogical Society presents Preserving the Greatest Generation: WWII Genealogy, The Society of Sons and Daughters of WWII VeteransThe Kerrville Genealogical Society will hold a general meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 21, in the auditorium of the Guadalupe River Basin Natural Resources Center, Kerrville. The featured program will be presented by Courtney Carr, the WWII Veterans Legacy Programs manager at the National Museum of the Pacific War.
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Paul Petersen Ponders
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Tickets on sale now for Lakehills Area Library annual February fundraiserThe Lakehills Area Library annual Dinner and Auction fundraiser is coming on Saturday, Feb. 14, from 5-8 p.m. Enjoy a stuffed baked potato and salad meal with beverage for only $12.
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Arthur Nagel Community Clinic receives Point of Care Laboratory upgrade installationHeart to Heart International announced a point-of-care lab will be installed at Arthur Nagel Community Clinic in Bandera. The clinic is located within the region where the Texas Flooding on July 4 occurred. The HHI Laboratory program aims to improve patient outcomes by implementing timely and accurate treatment protocols.
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Lakehills Area Library artist of the monthEsther Benedict has been sculpting for more than 34 years. She began her deep understanding of metal and how it, “moves, bends, and responds to a human hand,” when after earning a degree in Horse Management, she worked as a successful AFA-certified journeyman farrier, forging hot, handmade horseshoes.
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Bandera County Community Survey active nowIn partnership with the Silver Sage Hill Country Resource Center, the Kronkosky Foundation is hosting a Bandera County Community Survey.
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Solar company files for bankruptcy, operations at Bandera County farm expected to continuePine Gate Renewables, LLC, developer of the Rio Lago Solar project in Bandera County, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection last month, in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas.
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First responders honored for life-saving actionsOn April 16, a 71-year-old man was attending a barbecue, and suddenly went into cardiac arrest, sustaining a head injury after falling down. EMS and Pipe Creek Volunteer Fire & Rescue first responders initiated life-saving CPR and medications.
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Countywide burn ban in effectEffective immediately, a countywide burn ban is in effect.
“We have hit the numbers,” Bandera County Fire Marshal Jason Rutherford said. “It’s dry.” |
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Bandera Paint & Body offers 15 percent discount to veterans and active-duty military"On Dec. 3, 2021, our lives were changed forever, when our 24-year-old son was involved in a head-on collision. He was airlifted to BAMC that night, and began his fight for life. Although my son is not in the military, the amount of support he received from this wonderful group of folks has been humbling."
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