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Make sure the degree is practical and marketable

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

Dear Dave, My husband wants to leave his job next year. He wants to go back to school full-time and finish his degree. It wouldn’t take him long to complete his studies, and we’ve both agreed it’s the best thing to do for our family. The only drawback is once he begins school, our yearly income will fall from 0,000 to about ,000. The good news is we’ll have his veteran’s stipend and tuition assistance from my job to help pay for things. During all this, once we complete Baby Step 3, should we...

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Joshua Brown DRT chapter plans Nov. 24 meeting

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2025/11/11

The Joshua D. Brown Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas (DRT) joins the national organization in celebrating two of the fifteen Texas Honor Days in November. On Nov. 3, we celebrate the birthday of Stephen F. Austin, “The Father of Texas.” Remembering his birthday provides a time to reflect on the life of our founder and the importance of his contributions to Texas history, and ultimately U.S. history. Austin was born on Nov. 3, 1793, in Virginia to Moses and Mary (Brown) Austin...

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Jaguars close season as Area Champions

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2025/11/11

The Floresville Jaguars kicked off the week with an exciting 3-0 win over the Lago Vista Vikings Nov. 3, securing the Area Championship title. On Nov. 6, their impressive 11-game winning streak came to an end, falling to the Calallen Wildcats 3–2 in the Regional Semifinals round of playoffs. The Jaguars fought hard to extend their postseason run, but Calallen’s defense proved too much to overcome. The Jaguars closed the season as District, Bi-District, and Area Champions, 33-14 overall and 12...

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MEETING WATCH

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2025/11/11

WCN “Meeting Watches” present highlights from recent meetings of some area entities; not all entities, or their actions or discussions, are included here. View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/. Floresville P&Z Nov. 5 County Water Town Hall Nov. 6 Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District Meeting: Regular meeting, Oct. 31, 9-11:11 a.m.; public permit hearing, 9:20-10:05 a.m. Actions: •Approved new drilling and production permit...

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Donations invited for LaFrance family after house fire

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2025/11/11

The LaFrance family home in Floresville is a total loss, after a fire raged through the house on the night of Oct. 28. Amber Yankulov and Jason LaFrance — U.S. Air Force veterans and current teachers at Floresville High School — escaped the fire with their two young children, but now face the devastating cost of starting over. A GoFundMe has been organized by family members; contribute online at bit.ly/3LvytHg. Look for their story in a coming issue of the Wilson County News. Article Link

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Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

Residents living in and around Floresville can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. American Legion Post 38, located at 1412 Fourth St. in downtown Floresville, will host this community event on Friday, Nov. 21. Pre-registration for screening times is required. Screenings can check for: •The level of plaque buildup in your arteries, related to risk for cardiovascular ...

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Lady Brahmas secure Area, Regional Semifinal...

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2025/11/11

The Stockdale Lady Brahmas traveled to Pleasanton to take on the Jourdanton Squaws Nov. 3 for the Area title. Stockdale swept Jourdanton 3-0: 25-11, 25-23, 25- 17, securing the Area Championship title. The Lady Brahmas took on Hebbronville Nov. 6 in Alice, and claimed the Regional Semifinals title with a 3-0 win, 25-10, 25-16, 25-10. The team faced Industrial for the Regional Finals Nov. 11. Watch for playoff updates at wilsoncountynews.com. Article Link

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JAGUARS OPEN AGAINST THE LONGHORNS

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2025/11/11

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Voters elect Schellhase to Floresville school board

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

Floresville voters have elected Terrell “Terry” Schellhase to the Floresville Independent School District (ISD) board of trustees, District 2. In the Nov. 4 election, four candidates vied for election to single member District 2, including Schellhase, Larry G. Jones III, David A. Nieto, and Bonna Reed, who represented single member District 2 since 2019. Schellhase came out ahead in a close race with a total of 137 votes, followed by Nieto with 92, Reed with 88, and Jones with 58. “I want to ...

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JV JAGUARS TAKE ON LAREDO UNITED

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2025/11/11

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Voters give thumbs-up to China Grove Fire sales-tax...

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

A majority of voters both in and around China Grove approved sales-and-use taxes Nov. 4 that will provide a boost in funding for China Grove Fire & Rescue. The election was called for Bexar County Emergency Services District (ESD) 9, which serves an approximately 10-square-mile area that includes the city of China Grove. The ballot presented voters with two propositions: • Proposition A — a sales-and-use tax of 1.5 percent in areas of the district outside the city limits of China Grove • ...

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Wilson County residents protest water 'grab'

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2025/11/11

Stockdale residents continue to be concerned about water, with a capacity crowd attending a town hall meeting Nov. 6 in hopes of organizing a mass protest at the next Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District (UWCD) public hearing on Nov. 21 in Pleasanton. Community members held the town hall meeting to discuss mounting concerns about a permit requested by Springs Hill Special Utility District (SUD) to pump water from a well on the northeast north- edge of Wilson County for transport ...

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Shorts and stops: Government shutdown confusion

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

Confused GOP While President Trump is moving ahead with his planned agenda — an agenda that voters overwhelmingly approved last November — his support from those within his own party is lackadaisical at best. Republicans need to get a backbone, as too few of them are backing the president to move ahead with conservative causes. Texas battles The way Texas primaries are now and continue to be, they are heavily influenced by Democrats and independents. With no requirement for voters to register...

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Wilson County Trade Days Nov. 15

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

Wilson County Trade Days Grateful Harvest Farmers Market will be Saturday, Nov. 15, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in Helton Nature Park. Local farmers, crafters, and bakers will be set up to sell produce, homemade goods, unique crafts, and more. Helton Nature Park is located at 15662 F.M. 775, north of Floresville. Article Link

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All welcome at Feast of Sharing Nov. 15

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

Wilson County Cowboy Church, 100 Hickory Run in La Vernia, will host a Feast of Sharing on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free event is open to all and will include a meal of turkey, dressing, green beans, and more. For information, call 830-475-0065. Article Link

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READ ALL OVER WINNER

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

They’re our Read All Over winners! Take your photo with the Wilson County News at a famous landmark or location. Email it, along with names, information, and your phone number, to reader@wcnonline.com. If it is published, you may visit the WCN office to claim your prize. Article Link

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POLICE BLOTTER

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Floresville Police Department •Oct. 28, Jason L. Garrett, 37, of Floresville was arrested at his residence in the 1100 block of Standish Street on an arrest warrant; he was charged with criminal mischief valued between 0 and ,500 and violation of a protective order or conditions of ...

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Find food, assistance with area pantries, organizations

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

A number of area resources are available for local households experiencing financial hardships, or challenges exacerbated by the ongoing government shutdown. Roz Miller, director of the La Vernia Christian Food Pantry which serves the La Vernia Independent School District area, has noticed an increase in community members seeking assistance. “More people do come in the holidays,” Miller said. “But we’re seeing some SNAP beneficiaries, maybe an increase of 20 to 25 percent.” SNAP — the federal...

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The government shutdown that Democrats love

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

One big word worth learning is “schadenfreude.” Schadenfreude is “pleasure derived by someone from another person’s misfortune.” Nothing better captures the perverse pleasure that Democrats are deriving from the pain inflicted on our country caused by the government shutdown. Democrats precipitated this shutdown to force Republicans to back off efforts to turn around our suicidal growth of government spending and debt. House Republicans passed a continuing resolution ready for the president’s...

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People - Places

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2025/11/11

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