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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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More than 80 pets vaccinated at Pipe Creek vaccine clinicDr. Jerry Billquist, of Boerne, prepares a vaccine for Blue, during a vaccination clinic held today in Pipe Creek. More than 80 pets received vaccines for canine or feline rabies, distemper, bordetella, leukemia and more during the four-hour clinic. Another vaccination clinic is tentatively scheduled for December.
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Bandera Bulldogs dominate Lytle PiratesThe Bandera Bulldogs continued their strong start to the 2026 season Friday night, dominating the Lytle Pirates 63–0 at Bulldog Stadium. The Bulldogs will travel to Ingram Tom Moore High School on Friday, Sept. 18, as they look to make it three straight victories.
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8th grade Bulldogs open season with 34–22 victory over LytleThe Bandera Bulldogs 8th grade Football Team opened the 2026 season in exciting fashion Thursday night, Sept. 10, taking down the Lytle Pirates, 34–22, in a hard-fought battle. Come out and support your Bandera Middle School Bulldogs next week as they hit the road to take on the Ingram Warriors.
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7th grade Bulldogs defeat Lytle Pirates 34-0The 7th Grade Bandera Middle School Bulldogs turned in a dominant performance against the Lytle Pirates, earning a convincing 34-0 shutout victory behind big plays on offense, a physical defense, and outstanding special teams. The Bulldogs will hit the road next week to take on the Ingram Warriors.
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Perfect week for Medina volleyball and football/cross country runs strongMedina volleyball and football went 5 and 0, and cross country showcased great running for the week of Sept. 6-12. The athletic week began on Wednesday at the Junction Cross Country Meet.
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Today in Texas historyOn this day in 1829, the Guerrero Decree, which abolished slavery throughout the Republic of Mexico except in the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, was issued by President Vicente R. Guerrero. Though the decree was never put into operation in Texas, it left a conviction in the minds of many Texas colonists that their interests were not safe under Mexican rule.
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Bandera City council member resigns, council to consider an appointment to fill the unexpired termCity of Bandera Mayor Denise Griffin announced Tuesday evening that Lynn Palmer resigned from Bandera City Council, effective immediately. Griffin said she received a message that Palmer would not be returning to council “for a lot of reasons.”
In other business, a public hearing for the city’s proposed tax rate of $0.567163 per $100 valuation will be held Tuesday, Sept. 22. |
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Artist survives genocide, paints joyAt the Bandera Natural History and Art Museum, one particular piece presents joy to the eyes, as well as a profoundly compelling background story. The artist behind this stunning piece of work is Rukundo Jean Baptiste, born to a Rwandan family, and only 4 years old when the horrific Rwandan Genocide of 1994 took place. Nearly a million people were killed over approximately 100 days - largely through machetes and other close range weapons. (This would be similar to nearly three 9-11 tragedies each day for 100 consecutive days in a country the size of Massachusetts).
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Paul Petersen Ponders
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Frontier Times Museum director announces retirementAfter two decades serving as director of the Frontier Times Museum, Rebecca Norton is hanging her hat on the coat rack of retirement. Twenty years ago, while employed as the director of collections at the Witte Museum in San Antonio, Norton was invited to take a seat at a small, quirky-but-charming table in Bandera, and she became a community staple.
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Museum receives collection from Bill StevensThe Frontier Times Museum is proud to announce the museum’s permanent western art collection has expanded, thanks to an incredible gift of original artwork by beloved local artist Bill Stevens. The collection features 21 paintings and eight bronzes that show the breadth of Stevens’ artistic mastery.
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New adventures at the Frontier Times MuseumOn Thursday, Sept. 17, author Chris Dion will share insights about his children's book, "Just Doing My Job." This delightful tale reveals the inspiring origins of the National K-9 program. Wine and refreshments will be served. The book is available for purchase at the museum.
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Medina and Sabinal River E. coli countsSurface Water Staff from the Bandera County River Authority and Groundwater District collect water samples from sites along the Medina River, Medina Lake, Sabinal River and their tributaries to assess levels of E. coli bacteria and water temperature. The Aug. 26 results listed were analyzed at the BCRAGD lab.
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Countywide burn ban in effectBandera County commissioners this morning voted to approve a countywide burn ban, effective immediately.
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Pipe Creek state natural area edges closer to open dateThe monument sign has been installed and construction at the Albert & Bessie Kronkosky State Natural Area is nearing completion. Though the Texas Parks and Wildlife Deparment has not announced an exact open date, officials are targeting by the end of the year.
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Five candidates file for city election
Five candidates have thrown their names in the hat for the City of Bandera mayoral and council election. The last day to register to vote in this year’s mid-term election is Monday, Oct. 5.
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Border wall construction in national park temporarily haltedDays after native ground was bulldozed in preparation for a controversial border wall in Big Bend National Park, construction has been temporarily paused.
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Bandera Canyonlands Alliance launches fundraising campaign for aquifer monitoring well initiativeRepresentatives of The Bandera Canyonlands Alliance presented a $50,000 donation to the Bandera County River Authority and Groundwater District to begin the process of drilling two aquifer monitoring wells in western Bandera County. These wells will provide critical information to help protect drinking water, sustain agriculture and other businesses, and guide responsible growth.
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Bandera High School 2025 graduate thriving in U.S. Army, carrying on family traditionPrivate First Class Cooper Sanders, Bandera class of 2025, enlisted in the United States Army prior to graduation. After graduation, he completed Infantry OSUT and Airborne Training at Fort Benning, GA. He’s currently assigned as an airborne heavy weapons gunner in the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg.
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Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country launches flood relief fundThe Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has launched the Texas Hill Country Flood Relief Fund to support communities across the 10-county service area impacted by the July 2026 floods.
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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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