2009-07-02

Hot times at BBA’s 2009 RiverFest

By Judith Pannebaker

With temperatures again topping the 100º mark, not many could resist cooling off during RiverFest by jumping into the waters of the Medina River.

2009-07-02

Mulberry’s – the ‘coolest bar in town’

By Judith Pannebaker

Sandra Schott has no trouble recalling her first day of business in Bandera. Mulberry’s Wine & Cheese Bar opened last year on Independence Day weekend.

2009-07-02

4th of July extravaganza set for 11th Street

By Judith Pannebaker

One of the best red, white and “Yankee Doodle Blue” July 4 celebrations takes place in Bandera this Saturday.

2009-07-02

Robbins celebrate 50 years of marriage

This year, Fathers Day took on a whole new meaning for Gloria and Telvy Robins as they observed their 50th wedding anniversary by renewing their vows during a service at the Bandera United Methodist Church on Sunday, June 21.

2009-07-02

Pendleton & HCAF – in his own words

By Dusty Pendleton

Bandera artist Dusty Pendleton will be the featured artist in the Turning Point II exhibition, on exhibit from Friday, July 10, through Saturday, August 1,

2009-07-02

Texas musical icon to appear at Jake’s in Pipe Creek

By Judith Pannebaker

Texas icon Billy Joe Shaver will appear for one show only at Jake’s at Pipe Creek, 12246 Highway 16 South, Friday, July 10, offering country music lovers an unforgettable evening of entertainment.

2009-07-02

Camp for young actors offered at The Point Theatre

Contributed

Young actors will have an opportunity to learn all about theatre in a second Fractured Fairy Tales Theatre Camp, slated for July 6 through July 10 at Hill Country Arts Foundation Point Theatre.

2009-07-02

Receives MD degree

Contributed

Charles Cohn, son of Robert and Dixie Cohn of Bandera, received his Doctor of Medicine degree from University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston on May 30.

2009-07-09

Boats on the water - fire in the sky

By Stephanie Parker

To continue a 15-year tradition born of patriotism, Allan and Kim Smith and Kim’s cousin Todd Hoffmann spent three days setting up a fireworks display for Saturday, July 4

2009-07-09

Directors announce inductees in Frontier Times, Texas Heroes Hall of Honor

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The history of Bandera’s Frontier Times Museum is a story of one man’s dream that became a legacy for an entire community and one of Bandera’s jewels.

2009-07-09

There’s more to Cleaner Carpets than just making it look clean

By Stephanie Parker

Wayne Mecherle, owner of Cleaner Carpets by Wayne, understands that knows that patience and diligence guarantee a cleaner carpet.

2009-07-09

Lakehills United Methodist Church celebrated 50 years

Contributed

The Lakehills United Methodist Church, “the little church in the cedars and pines,” started services in a tent in 1959 and celebrated 50 years of faith on Sunday, June 14, in a similar manner.

2009-07-09

Bandera RiverFest winners announced

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Although temps at the 12th annual Bandera RiverFest reached 103 degree throughout the day, the hotter than you know what weather failed to deter over 8,000 people who attended the festival.

2009-07-09

BHS grad earns TCU merit scholarship

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Ashley Thaxton, a 2009 graduate of TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas, was admitted to the John Roach Honors College of Texas Christian University in Fort Worth with a four-year Dean’s Scholarship,

2009-07-09

Zach Robin visits Bandera on way to Iraq

By Stephanie Parker

Two years ago, American Indian Store owner Bo Miller – retired United States Army Master Sergeant – encouraged Bandera youth Zach Robin to enlist in his favorite branch of the service.

2009-07-09

Workshop offered to protect water quality

By Mike Jackson

The Texas Watershed Steward program will host a free workshop Saturday, July 15, on protecting the Eagle Mountain Lake Watershed.

2009-07-09

‘Beauty & the Beast’ opens at The Point

Contributed

The Hill Country Arts Foundation continues to celebrate its 50th anniversary with two special events this weekend.

2009-07-09

Kortney Slagle wins Riverfest Idol competition

By Stephanie Parker

Bandera Middle School student Kortney Slagle, 11, the daughter of Wiley and Dobbie Slagle of Bandera, won the Riverfest Idol competition on Saturday, June 25

2009-07-16

Pets and owners strut their stuff in annual Pet Parade

By Judith Pannebaker

No Fourth of July in Bandera would be complete without the annual Parade of Pets, sponsored by the Cowboy Capital Pet Assistance League.

2009-07-16

Scott Asher Custom Homes

By Stephanie Parker

If you can dream it, Scott Asher, owner of Scott Asher Custom Homes, can build it. His record of success in Bandera spans the past 16 years and his custom building experience stretches out over 20 years.

2009-07-16

Cowboy victuals kick-off homage to Bandera’s favorite icon

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“The blazing sun had not yet cleared the horizon when the penetrating smell of strong black coffee began to fill the air around the campsite.

2009-07-16

Riverside Players discover ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’

By Judith Pannebaker

Discover the secret behind “The Importance of Being Earnest,” when the Bandera Riverside Players present an abbreviated version of Oscar Wilde’s witty play,

2009-07-16

MacMillan graduates from Merchant Marine Academy

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Christine MacMillan, daughter of James and Nancy MacMillan of Lakehills, recently graduated from the United States Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York.

2009-07-16

Experience Works offers job opportunities to seniors

By Judith Pannebaker

With all the gut punches the county’s taken of late, Sandra Langston of Experience Works, Inc. was on hand during the Thursday, June 25, meeting of Bandera County Commissioners Court, to offer employees some heartfelt kudos.

2009-07-23

America's icon celebrated with movies, rodeos & Hall of Fame

By Judith Pannebaker

This weekend is shaping up to be a humdinger of a hommage to that most iconic of all American icons – the cowboy.

2009-07-23

Janett Moore’s 25 years of ‘truckin’

By Judith Pannebaker

“So, it’s been 25 years since you opened your store?” this reporter queried.

2009-07-23

Riverside Players’ ‘Earnest’ smashes box office records for Meals on Wheels

By Judith Pannebaker & St

After not only breaking all previous box office records, the Bandera Riverside Players’ latest production, Oscar Wilde’s witty play, “The Importance of Being Earnest,”

2009-07-23

Former County Commissioner Pete Reed celebrates 91 years

By Stephanie Parker

Former Bandera County Commissioner Pete Reed was born on July 15, 91 years ago. On Thursday, July 16, he celebrated his birthday with invited guests, including his friends and caregivers at the Odyssey Hospice team.

2009-07-23

“Cookie’s” chuck wagon favorites

By Julie Whitmore

Images of cowboys and chuck wagons meld like macaroni and cheese in our collective Western consciousness.

2009-07-23

Kellers celebrate 50 years

Nancy and Carl “Butch” Keller were thoroughly surprised Saturday, July 18, by a celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary hosted by their children at the old Silver Spur Dancehall.

2009-07-23

Bandera Reverend Joel Garcia goes to the moon

By Stephanie Parker

The plaque that Bandera County Commissioners awarded to Bandera Rev. Joel Garcia in December 2008 for 25 years as jail chaplain fails to tout his historic accomplishment – a portrait of Apollo 11

2009-07-23

How dry is it? So dry that snakes might be coming your way soon

By Stephanie Parker

Just how dry is it in Bandera County? So dry that a harmless five and a half foot rat snake found a temporary sanctuary in the shade at the Bandera Post Office

2009-07-30

Bandera’s National Day of American Cowboy – ‘Yee haw!’

By Judith Pannebaker

Regarding Bandera’s version of the 2009 National Day of the American Cowboy – no town should have this much fun, or offer this much entertainment crammed into one day.

2009-07-30

Historic first for Medina – a veterinary clinic opens

By Stephanie Parker

Changing the face of downtown Medina, James L. Lindstrom, DVM, recently opened a veterinary clinic to treat all creatures great and small. Medina has never had its own veterinarian before.

2009-07-30

Library adds the ‘Dear America,’ ‘Royal Dairies’ young adult series

By Julie Whitmore

Staff with the Bandera County Public Library, 505 Main Street, has announced the addition of Scholastic publishing’s series “Dear America” and “Royal Diaries” to its young adult collection.

2009-07-30

‘Bandera County Photo Shootout’ announced

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The staff and volunteers with the Bandera County Convention & Visitors Bureau recently announced the first annual “Bandera County Photo Shootout.”

2009-07-30

Guilott Realty welcomes new staffers

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Gay Guilott, real estate broker and owner of Guilott Realty, Inc., 129 Highway 16 Staff, recently announced the addition of two members to her staff.

2009-07-30

House Bill 3 changes state graduation requirements

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During the recent session of the Texas legislature, House Bill (HB) 3 passed, changing the requirements for high school graduation.

2009-07-30

Bandera’s ‘boots are made for walkin’’ – for now at least

By Judith Pannebaker

Big boots, bamboo and budget requests filled the plates of members of the City of Bandera’s Economic Development Corporation