Bandera Newspaper Achives

Bandera County residents and members of the Army Reserves, Mike Bankston and John Milner, were among 400 runners who recently participated in the 2009 Wounded Warriors Run and Relay event.

2009-10-01

BISD’s preventative approach to the flu season

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Administrators with the Bandera Independent School District want to reassure parents and guardians the district is taking a proactive approach in preparing for the flu season.

2009-10-01

New multi-use deck added at library

By Julie Whitmore

The Bandera County Public Library has a new deck behind its graceful rear patio, thanks to a generous gift by the Friends of the Library (FOL).

2009-10-08

Despite heat and drought, Lost Maples anticipates good color

By Susan Merrifield

Historically, Lost Maples State Natural Area has been one of the most visited state parks for fall foliage in Texas than any other state park.

2009-10-08

Gail’s Nails’ new owner continues elegant tradition

By Susan Merrifield

For over nine years, Gail’s Nails has offered manicures and pedicures to local residents with style and grace. Last year, Thuy “Tina” Nguyen purchased the shop from Gail Shipman and has continued the tradition, making everyone who crosses her threshold feel more glamorous than they ever thought possible.

2009-10-08

Gumbo winners announced

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Winners have been announced for the 2009 Great Gumbo Cook Off, the centerpiece of the 29th annual Medina Lake Cajun Festival, held Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Lakehills Civic Center.

2009-10-08

Medina ISD – named ‘Third Best in the West’

By Mikie Baker

Medina Elementary School Principal Dale Naumann recently received a call from the Children at Risk Foundation with great news.

2009-10-08

Utopia haunted house promises to be a scream

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The Utopia Little League is sponsoring a haunted house fundraiser titled “Bad Dreams and Silent Screams” from 6:30 pm until 10:30 pm on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 23 and 24, and from 7 pm until midnight, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 30 and 31.

2009-10-08

Museum of Western Art celebrates Charles M. Russell

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Kerrville’s Museum of Western Art’s current exhibit, “Charles M. Russell: Master of Western Art,” will run now through Jan. 2.

2009-10-08

Veterinarian receives Jackie Ek-Houl Spirit award

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Bandera veterinarian Jennifer Mills received the Jackie Ek-Houl Spirit award at the wheelchair-accessible Bubba Reding Country Western Dance, held Sept. 20, sponsored by the Door In The Wall, Inc.

2009-10-08

Traditional Medina homecoming activities set for Oct. 23-24

By Sandra Vannatter

Traditional activities for the Medina Homecoming will be in place again this year during the weekend of Oct. 23 through Oct. 24.

2009-10-15

National Night Out – fighting crime with fun

By Judith Pannebaker

Local law enforcement officers joined forces with EMS and volunteer firefighters across Bandera County on Tuesday, Oct. 6, to take part in events during annual National Night Out (NNO).

2009-10-15

Evee Boyd sez, ‘Pick it up!’

Evee Boyd of Bandera wants everyone to pick up trash and has formed a club called “Pick it Up!” to ensure the local Hill County remains pristine and pretty.

2009-10-15

This doc makes house calls

By Julie Whitmore

Hill Country residents are proud that every year one of our hamlets or small cities makes the “best places to retire in the United States” lists. But for some, the Hill Country offers not retirement, but a place to find balance and to feel “home at last.”

2009-10-15

Farm Bureau sends volunteer fireman to 80th training school

BCC Staff

James Aylesworth, firefighter with the Vanderpool Volunteer Fire Department, attended the 80th annual Municipal Fire School, held in July.

2009-10-15

Utopia’s featured artist has many talents

BCC Staff

Linda Andrade has been selected as the Utopia Arts and Craft Guild’s 2009 Artist of the Year.

2009-10-15

Banderan becomes gov of Kiwanis Texas-Oklahoma District

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William M. Bishop, a member of the Kiwanis Club of Bandera County, was installed as governor of the Texas-Oklahoma District Kiwanis International on Thursday, Oct. 1.

2009-10-15

Dial 2-1-1 for flu advice

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Texans can now dial 2-1-1 to receive over-the-phone medical guidance about what they should do if they or a family member develops flu symptoms.

2009-10-15

Dot Hatfield – welcoming visitors to heaven

By Sandra Vannatter

Medina never opened a visitor’s bureau office because we had Dot Hatfield to greet newcomers to the community. On Monday, Sept. 28, Medina’s unofficial “one woman welcome wagon,” Dorothy “Dot” Ferguson Hatfield,

2009-10-22

Bandera Auto Center hosts grand opening celebration

By Judith Pannebaker

What better way to kickoff one of Bandera’s celebratory weekends than with a party? And the fun doubles when the fete also marks the official opening of a new local business.

2009-10-22

Good times at Family Sports Rodeo

By Judith Pannebaker

The show barn at Mansfield Park was temporarily transmogrified into an indoor sports arena Sunday, Oct. 18, for a Bandera Sports Complex fundraiser.

2009-10-22

The Great Hill Country Pumpkin The Great Hill Country Pumpkin Patch – 15 years of harvest fun

By Judith Pannebaker

Pack up the kids, grab your jacket and head for the Great Hill Country Pumpkin Patch at Love Creek Orchards in Medina. The annual event is still going strong after 15 years.

2009-10-22

Curves of Bandera joins breast cancer awareness campaign

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During October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the staff of Curves of Bandera, located at 624 Highway 16 South in the Bandera Village Center, encourages women to get annual mammograms and perform monthly breast self-exams.

2009-10-22

HCAF National currently on display at Point gallery

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Currently on display through Nov. 7, in the gallery of the Hill Country Arts Foundation, is the 2009 HCAF National. In this show, juried by Jack Ramsey, visitors experience art in different media, styles and applications.

2009-10-22

Students’ special ‘investigations’ save families $$$

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A group of young detectives has been working on a new case. Students at Pipe Creek Christian School are hunting in their homes for clues that can lead to high utility bills and energy waste.

2009-10-22

Kerr Market Days celebrates autumnal splendors

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Kerr County Market Days will take place from 9 am until 4 pm, Saturday, Oct. 24, featuring 90 vendors offering their handmade and homegrown products.

2009-10-29

Lots of fun for everyone this All Hallow’s Eve

By Judith Pannebaker

All Hallow’s Eve – or Halloween as it became known in the New World – will be celebrated Saturday, Oct. 31.

2009-10-29

Evans & Neely take firsts at Farm Bureau’s District 10 competition

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Bandera County students representing the local Farm Bureau fared well during District 10 competitions held on Oct. 10 in Quihi, according to President Barbara Mazurek.

2009-10-29

A man with a plan & a darned good brisket recipe

By Julie Whitmore

“Big Ed” Hodges is a man with a plan to become the major server of barbecued brisket in this area.

2009-10-29

Bandera’s new rehab, healthcare center ‘here to stay’

By Judith Pannebaker

If you didn’t attend the recent open house of the Bandera Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, you were probably the only county resident who didn’t.

2009-10-29

Learning about sausage makin’

BCC Staff

A member of the Leon Springs Boy Scout Troop 2407, Joe Hedges, 12, of Pipe Creek, set about earning his Citizenship in the Community merit badge by attending a recent meeting of Bandera County Commissioners Court

2009-10-29

Medina Lake Damsels celebrate with Halloween extravaganza

By Ann Young

The clouds cleared in time Tuesday, Oct. 20, for the Damsels of Medina Lake Halloween Treat Fashion Extravaganza held at the home of hostess Helen Franks.

2009-10-29

Local 4-H members honored at District 10 4-H banquet

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The District 10 4-H Honors Banquet, held Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Southwest Texas Junior College in Uvalde, honored outstanding 4-H members from the 21 counties in the district who have received 4-H’s highest honor.

2009-10-29

Sabinal Canyon’s Mazurek turns 92

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Leslie Mazurek, a longtime part of the Sabinal Canyon area, celebrated his 92nd birthday on Wednesday, Oct. 7.

2009-10-29

‘Charlotte’ to spin musical web at BHS

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The Bandera High School Theatre Department will bring to life the “terrific” and “radiant” charm of a little pig and his new found friend, in EB White’s classic story “Charlotte’s Web the Musical.”