FROM STAFF REPORTS

JOHNSON CITY — Three people, including two ex-utility company employees and a former Johnson City police officer, have accepted plea deals for probation and fines totaling $56,000 in connection to a PEC credit card scheme, officials say. Continue reading “Trio accused of PEC credit card abuse receive probation, $56,000 in fines”

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MARBLE FALLS — In celebration of Black History Month, the Falls on the Colorado Museum is hosting a program and exhibit Feb. 21 that highlights local African-Americans as well as a few of national fame. Continue reading “Marble Falls museum highlights history of local African-Americans”

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FREDERICKSBURG — Four years ago, a group of pottery makers saw a way to unite two of their passions: clay and education.

So they started the Empty Bowl Head Start Fundraiser that benefits Head Start Inc. It serves children in Johnson City, Blanco, Stonewall, Fredericksburg and Harper. Continue reading “Pottery makers fire up soup fundraiser for Head Start education program”

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CASTELL — What began as a reason for locals to gather and visit has turned into an all-day affair for the Castell community.

The fourth annual Castell General Store Chili Cook-off is Feb. 21 at the store, 19522 RR 152 West. Continue reading “Castell cook-off day of community, good chili (and maybe some jack rabbit)”

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MARBLE FALLS — Randy Denton recognizes the challenge he accepted when he was named the head football coach at Faith Academy of Marble Falls on Feb. 5.

After all, he is taking over a program that won two games in 2014: one a forfeit and the other against a junior varsity team. Continue reading “New Faith Academy football coach ready for challenge”

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MARBLE FALLS — The fence for the Marble Falls Dog Park is up at Westside Park, which means residents, both human and the furry kind, can begin enjoying the outdoors. Continue reading “Marble Falls Dog Park fenced and running; grand opening in April”

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MARBLE FALLS — Josh Lose’s mother, Alicia Evans, loves that her son now takes his shoes off as soon as he enters their house. But his motivation makes her cringe, just a bit.

“It was rather shocking to learn,” she said regarding the reason behind Josh’s shoe-shedding behavior. Continue reading “Marble Falls youth shares how to keep out unwelcome houseguests”

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BURNET — Danisa Scott says there’s more to the Miss Burnet Bluebonnet Scholarship Pageant than money for college.

While the scholarships are big incentives, the pageant director said the winner also represents the Burnet Chamber of Commerce at area events throughout the year. And Miss Burnet and her court can take it upon themselves to represent the community in other ways, such as visiting sick children and attending events not sponsored by the chamber. Continue reading “Community involvement big part of Burnet Bluebonnet pageant”

FROM STAFF REPORTS

FREDERICKSBURG — The Friends of Enchanted Rock and Enchanted Rock State Natural Area staff are throwing a big party Feb. 21 in celebration of achieving international status when it comes to protecting the dark, night skies. Continue reading “Enchanted Rock festival Feb. 21 celebrates night sky ‘star’ status”