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The early voting tally in Bandera County is 6,896, as of 10:45 a.m., Oct. 22.
Bandera County has 17,177 registered voters.
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Bandera Bulldogs Middle School Football Photo GalleryThe Bandera Bulldogs Middle School football teams battled the Devine Warhorses Thursday night in Bandera Stadium.
See the photo gallery here. |
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Bandera falls to Carrizo Springs, 28-7Bandera's varsity Bulldogs went to Carrizo Springs hoping to get to .500 in district play with a win Friday, but the host Wildcats had other ideas, winning the game by a 28-7 score. Looking ahead, Bandera will host Devine and Hondo at Bulldog Stadium on consecutive Friday nights.
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Burn ban in effectCounty commissioners unanimously approved a countywide burn ban, effective immediately. Dry vegetation, no rain and a high Keetch Byram Drought Index can be a devastating trio, and Fire Marshal John Stith is trying to stay ahead of the curve.
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Frontier TalesFrontier history is filled with myths and legends, fanciful stories that leave one scratching the old noggin wondering – could that be true? One such mystery involves a president, an actor and a schoolteacher who taught right here in the Texas Hill Country.
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Two Minute Drill
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Growing Up In BanderaThere are many reasons I am grateful for having grown up in our little town. The people I had in my life early on were some of the finest folks you could ever expect to meet. The nuns who taught at St. Joseph's Catholic School and Father Victor were some great positive role models for someone like me. That's not to say there weren't some stinkers around too because, just like today, there were a few.
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The latest at the Bandera LibraryMeeting spaces at the library will be available again starting this week. Groups of 10 people or smaller can use the downstairs meeting room and groups of five or less can book the Genealogy Room. We will still require masks while you are in the building and request folks maintain social distancing. Do not forget that the back patio is a beautiful space to reserve as well.
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Bandera County confirms two rabies casesIn a public service announcement, the Bandera County Sheriff’s Office confirmed two wild animals last week tested positive for rabies.
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Noise ordinance causes big commotion
Standing room only was left for the crowd of 150-plus people, who gathered at the Mansfield Park recreation hall in response to speculation that Bandera City Council members were considering banning live music at local bars. The overwhelming and unanimous opinion of those who spoke was that ending live music in Bandera would be beyond detrimental.
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Bulldog freshmen tie Carrizo Springs JV
The Bandera Bulldogs freshman hosted the Carrizo Springs Wildcats JV Thursday last night at Bulldog Stadium in a game turned into a defensive struggle.
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Medina ISD Tax Ratification ElectionTexas State legislators passed legislation with HB3 that brought Medina ISD teachers $264,000 in raises but cut local property tax rates. A bill was passed that could re-establish this lost revenue if schools request tax payer approval via a Tax Ratification Election.
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Briefings from Commissioners’ Court
Commending the job they’re doing assisting elderly and homebound residents, Bandera County commissioners thanked Silver Sage staff and volunteers after approving a resolution to accept a $25,000 grant from the Texas Department of Agriculture. The grant will be used to supplement the Silver Sage Meals On Wheels program through Sept. 30, 2021.
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Medina native works in the galley aboard USS PrincetonSeaman Jason Vandewater, from Medina, inspects an oven in the guided-missile cruiser USS Princeton (CG 59) galley.
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See the latest Caddo Kuntree, by Larry Haddad |
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The Buzzard's Roost, by Juan Mogeaux
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BEC Foundation awards third quarter community grants
Bandera Fire and Rescue received a $1,120 grant from the BEC Foundation to purchase four backpack blowers to replace outdated equipment. The BEC Foundation has awarded more than $48,000 so far this year.
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Ultimate Team Challenge brings world class bulls and riders to BanderaAlthough this year's rodeo scene has been decimated by concerns of CoVid-19, Bandera's Mansfield Park will be where you want to be on Saturday, Oct. 24, for round number four out of six in the Ultimate Team Challenge Bull Riding Series.
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Candidates' Q & AThe Bandera Prophet invited the candidates for the City of Bandera Mayor and City Council to participate in a Q&A.
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Bandera County judge applies for bars to reopen
Last week, Governor Greg Abbott announced that bars across the state would be allowed to open by today, as long as county judges file a request. County Judge Richard Evans yesterday said he applied with TABC (Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission), and is awaiting a response.
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Order of the Eastern Star celebrates 100thBandera County commissioners recognize the 100th anniversary of Bandera Chapter #643, Grand Chapter of Texas Order of the Eastern Star, which was chartered Oct. 13, 1920.
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The Big Election is Looming
Early voting in this hotly contested presidential election year will begin Tuesday, Oct. 13. With the extra week’s extension mandated by Governor Abbott, it will continue until Friday, Oct. 30. It will be weekdays only, Mondays through Fridays, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each day.
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Cruisin’ the East End
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Edwin Samuel and Shannon Marie Beezer
On Oct. 3, 2020, Ed, 56, and Shannon, 48, passed away in a car accident while headed home with their new puppy Aslan.
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The View From Dry Creek HillI see a lot more lights when I look across the valley at night these days. When we came here 18 years ago it was darker on the other side of the river and I saw only one tower on the horizon. Now I see a lot of lights and more towers.
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The Nagel Clinic announces two new board members
The Arthur Nagel Community Clinic is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to the Board of Directors: Sandy Nagel and Katie Gostomski.
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Pandemic forces cancellation of 2020 Cork & Fork
With the health and safety of the community at top of mind, the Arthur Nagel Community Clinic has made the decision to cancel the 2020 Cork & Fork. The wildly popular November event has set dramatic milestones in attendance and fundraising over the past two years. In 2019 the event netted a record $35,000 which was used to provide healthcare for hundreds of Bandera County’s uninsured families.
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Growing Up In Bandera - PodcastAnyone who grew up in Bandera will always get around to telling stories involving the river. Fishing, swimming or just hanging out, it was the place to be. It always provided some entertainment if we didn't have enough gas to drag main or follow the fire truck when the siren on the water tower signaled the volunteer firefighters.
Listen to Episode 7 of Growing Up In Bandera on podcast. Written and narrated by Glenn Clark. |
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Rules change for food handlers, new training available
The “Texas Food Establishment Rules (TFER)” was revised and updated and will be effective Oct. 11. A food handlers course accredited by the Texas Department of State Health Services is being offered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Bandera County. Food Safety: It’s In Your Hands is scheduled for Oct. 29
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Lakehills Library LeaningsThe annual Halloween Trick-or-Treat is on! The library will hand out candy in a safe and socially distant manner on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 5 - 7:30 p.m. They ask area groups, businesses, and community members to volunteer to help give the kids the best Halloween experience ever.
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Boys & Girls Club begins flag football seasonSeventy-six boys and girls of Bandera from Kindergarten to 6th grade opened up their 2020 season in Bandera this past Saturday.
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Nightmare on Maple set for All Hallows’ Eve
Parents start prepping kids’ costumes because Bandera’s Nightmare on Maple Street has the green light. Hosted by the Bandera Marshal’s Office, deputies and other first responders will be trunk-or-treating on October 31st when the sun goes down.
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Bandera Lodge sold to Warriors Heart
Made official yesterday, the Bandera Lodge has been sold to Warriors Heart. Lodge owner Nick Bhakta signed the dotted line, and the former hotel is now the Warriors Heart Lodge.
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Castle Lake Ranch VFD cancels fundraiser
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Vineyard of God Christian School hosts Athletic Shoe Drive
Vineyard of God (VOG) is partnering with GotSneakers to raise money for curriculum and instruction classroom materials. VOG will earn funds based on the total quantity of pairs of gently worn, used and new sneakers collected.
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Reading CornerWatch The Little Cowboy, by Jessica Nohealapa'ahi Goode
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Bandera Electric Cooperative announces 2021 Youth ProgramsApplications are now open for BEC’s 2021 youth programs. Each year, BEC offers scholarships to eligible high school seniors and currently enrolled postsecondary students, and sends four students to the Government-in-Action Youth Tour in Washington, D.C.
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Effectively Elena - PodcastI’ve been accused of being a boat rocker. God forbid. I get no pleasure out of seeing how far something will wiggle until it tips over. I have no desire to see folks struggling in the water, and have no desire to end up swimming if I’m meant to be in the boat.
Listen to Episode 2 of Effectively Elena on podcast. Written by Elena Tucker. |
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Bandera American Legion celebrates 100th AnniversaryAlthough some events have been delayed, Bandera American Legion Post 157 will kick off 100 years of service – Veterans Serving Veterans, their survivors, our military and their families – on Nov. 7, 2020 – with Bandera Honors Veterans events in honor of Veterans Day.
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Bandera County mask exemption approved
The state has granted a mask exemption for Bandera County. Judge Richard Evans applied for the exemption last month, after the county maintained less than 20 active cases for more than 30 days,
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And though he be but little, he is fierce
Observing a different kind of Labor Day this holiday weekend, Lakehills residents Jamie and Alex Diaz are celebrating their baby’s survival. Born 16 weeks early and weighing only 15 ounces, little Maximus Decimus has already proven to be a fighter.
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Cowboy Capital of the WorldBandera, home to some of the best ballplayers, hog-catchers, bull-riders, steer-ropers and distance-runners in the nation. It's a magical place tucked deep in the Texas Hill Country where wild flowers grow free, the river runs smooth, cowboys coach little league and the whole town shows up at the high school for barbecue before the Friday night football game.
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Effectively Elena - PodcastIt’s important, isn’t it, not to take ourselves too seriously. Most of us suffer occasionally from the malady known as Self-Importance.
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Growing Up In BanderaI really do feel sorry for the folks who had to grow up in a big city environment. While I'm sure they had their friends it was a far cry from the lifestyle I enjoyed.
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Cruisin' the East EndUp-to-date news, information and events for the Pipe Creek and Lakehills communities, presented by
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