2009-08-06

Susan Fingerhut – just a wine lovin’ transplanted Jersey Girl

By Judith Pannebaker

It was a long and winding road for a self-described wine-lovin’ “Jersey Girl,” but Susan Fingerhut finally made it to the Texas Hill Country – and now she stays busy promoting the fruit of the grape in the Lone Star State.

2009-08-06

Immunization requirement changes for public school students

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Starting this school year, additional changes have been made to the immunization requirements for all children in Texas public schools.

2009-08-06

‘Timeless Tunes,’ stories & songs concert set

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If you’ve ever wondered what inspired the wonderful country music, you’ll now have a chance to learn the stories behind the timeless tunes you grew up with.

2009-08-06

From loss comes ‘Hope,’ Bandera chef joins South African mission

By Julie Whitmore

In February, Harris Byerley’s wife of 37 years, Ginny, died suddenly of heart disease. Originally from Rockford, Illinois, the couple had worked as chefs, cooks and restaurant managers from Illinois to Texas,

2009-08-06

Roots concert feature classic country & western swing

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“Classic Country and Western Swing,” a Fredericksburg Pioneer Museum Roots Music Concert, will take place from 6 pm until 10 pm, Saturday August 29, with the gates opening at 5 pm

2009-08-06

HC Equestrian Lodge takes dude ranch rodeo championship

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Since its opening in the spring of 1999, Hill Country Equestrian Lodge has been heralded by its guests and recognized by many publications for its holistic horseback riding and training program.

2009-08-06

Get a taste of ‘Tuna’ at Point Theatre through Aug. 22

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Get a taste of tuna as The Point Theatre in Ingram serves “Greater Tuna,” beginning at 8:30 pm, Friday, August 7, on the outdoor stage.

2009-08-06

Meet new watercolor artist at Majestic Ranch

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Administrators with Kendall County’s Majestic Ranch Arts Foundation will introduce new watercolor instructor Nancy Graham to the community from 4 pm until 6 pm, Saturday, August 8.

2009-08-13

Winning 2009 Poland Express pix announced

By Judith Pannebaker

Winners of the 2009 Poland Express Photo Contest, sponsored by the Bandera County Courier, were announced during a reception held Friday, August 7, at the Bandera County Library.

2009-08-13

Cool country chords beat heat of summer night

By Judith Pannebaker

It was a bittersweet pleasure to take a nostalgic backward glance at country music during a Friday, August 7, fundraising concert by The Almost Patsy Band.

2009-08-13

New hair cutter at Bandera Barber Shop

By Stephanie Parker

Bandera Barber Shop owner Coy Merrit has been cutting hair for nearly 50 years, lived in Bandera for nearly 18 years and spent four years at his current location. Recently Merritt added a new fixture to his shop on Highway 16 North.

2009-08-13

Bandera’s fashionista takes on Today Show

By Melissa Benge

NBC’s Today Show featuring a vacation in the Lone Star State aired Wednesday morning, July 29. My role is only a small portion of what went on with the Texas vacation series, but I feel truly blessed to have been one tiny, behind the scenes but special part that I wanted to share with y’all.

2009-08-13

Montgomerys find a riding haven

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Monte and Pricilla Montgomery of Tarpley recently took their horses Lady’s Sonnet and Cheyanne’s Blue Bar to the Gillespie Ranch in Mayhill, New Mexico.

2009-08-13

Celebrating Bandera, the Cowboy Capital of the World

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For the past seven years, the history of one of the most colorful towns in the Hill Country comes alive during Celebrate Bandera, when the Cowboy Capital of the World hosts its annual shindig during Labor Day weekend. And what a party it will be!

2009-08-13

Catch ‘Tuna’ at Ingram’s Point Theatre

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If you haven’t caught The Point’s latest production, “Greater Tuna,” now on stage through Saturday, August 22, you might be considered a fish out of water.

2009-08-13

Doyle-Mozisek engagement announced

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Ryan Doyle and Blayre Mozisek have announced their engagement.

2009-08-13

Alaniz-Quarles announces engagement

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Darcy and Gary Quarles of Lakehills have announced the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Rebekah Elaine, to J. Scott Alaniz

2009-08-13

2009 Twin Elm Mutton bustin' team

Lookee here, boys, even in the Capital of ‘em, you can’t get more cowboy than the 2009 Twin Elm Guest Ranch Mutton Bustin’ Team

2009-08-20

Move over PBR – here comes ‘Bandera Young Guns’

By Judith Pannebaker

Bandera Young Guns includes Riley Beckham, Kutter Riggle, Marco Romero, Jake Irby, Cale Blalock and Bronc Babb – all bad to the bone and cowboy to the core

2009-08-20

Jules Jourde’s ‘antler dome’ – unique in Bandera County

By Judith Pannebaker

Artists and art projects take many forms, especially in the free wheeling Texas Hill Country. One such unconventional project – a labor of love, really – was recently completed in Bandera County.

2009-08-20

Head ‘em up & move ‘em out – Celebrate Bandera wants you

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The Bandera Community Foundation (BCF) hit a home run in 2003 when, for the 150th anniversary of the City of Bandera, the board of directors suggested staging a longhorn cattle drive up Main Street.

2009-08-20

Gray Realty’s Stone earns brokers license

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Personnel with Gray Realty recently announced that partner Steve Stone has achieved his broker’s license and will now support Preston Gray as an associate broker in the firm.

2009-08-20

Newcomers may ask, ‘Why 10:10?’

By Judith Pannebaker

Next time you pass the Bandera County Courthouse on Main Street, crane your and take a good look at the faux clock painted on the tower. Ever wonder why the county clock is set at 10:10 or so in perpetuity?

2009-08-20

Local teacher recognized for her commitment

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Members of Agriculture Teachers Association of Texas (VATAT) was recently recognized Katie Childers, a teacher at Bandera High School, for her five-year contributions to agricultural science.

2009-08-27

Dennis Eagle Horse & his art of triumph

By Stephanie Parker

From a child to the present, the life circle of Dennis Eagle Horse has been interwoven with art and deep spiritualism.

2009-08-27

City Council supports Celebrate Bandera

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For the last several weeks, Dave Demers, has been a busy cowboy.

2009-08-27

Hilltopppers, Friedman o be honored by BMHOF

By Mary A. Schenk

Members of the Bandera Music History Project and Hall of Fame (BMHOF) have selected Kinky Friedman and The Hilltoppers Band as the 2009 Living Legend and Lifetime Achievement award winners, respectively.

2009-08-27

Bandera 4-H Horse Project’s ‘Journey to Center of Arena’

By Hannah Buettner

The “Journey to the Center of the Arena” is definitely a hard one that takes hard work, time, effort and commitment.

2009-08-27

Library hopes to solve its history mystery

By Julie Whitmore

Several years ago, a library employee discovered a previously ignored history of Bandera County – until recently, the only one in existence.

2009-08-27

No bull, a strategically placed cow paddy is worth $2,500

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This year, Celebrate Bandera is offering a lot of money for a cow paddy placed just so – as well as an opportunity to have fun, support a worthwhile cause and even leave with some cold hard cash.

2009-08-27

Speaker Straus to address Kendall Co. Republican Women

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Texas Speaker of the House Joe Straus will serve as guest speaker during the Kendall County Republican Women’s annual “Back to School” Luncheon, beginning at 11:30 pm, Tuesday, Sept. 15, at Ye Kendall Inn in Boerne.

2009-08-27

Vaya con Dios

Stephanie Parker

To thank God for the blessings in their lives, the Jim and Doris Studer family built a 100-foot high cross facing the town of Ballinger and erected it in 1933.

2009-08-27

Most popular kid in county

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Since winning the “Big Green Machine,” Gage Brown, son of Leroy and Shane Brown, has become the most popular kid in Bandera County