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3:46

After leaving church on Sunday, let's do some sharpening

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

This week’s thought is taken from the parable of the lad with a dull ax, from Timothy Merrill. Once upon a time, a long time ago, a young man approached a logging crew in the verdant and forested woodlands of British Columbia. He was looking for work. The foreman asked George, for that was his name, if he could fell a tree with an ax. He had never chopped down a tree before, but how hard could it be? With nary a syllable out of his mouth, he lumbered over to a nearby blue spruce and felled it...

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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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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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0:47

Floresville veteran gets a new roof

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

U.S. Army Veteran Ronald Baker observes the work on a new roof for his mobile home in the 4100 block of C.R. 331 in Floresville Nov. 7 by Texas Roofing. After another roofer failed to complete the job after taking his money, Baker was approved as a recipient for a complete roof replacement through the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project, in partnership with Purple Heart Homes. The Owens Corning Foundation donated the roofing materials, and Texas Roofing, based in Floresville, donated the la...

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People - Places

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2025/11/11

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3:02

ESD 5 suffers setback as sales-tax measure fails

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

Wilson County Emergency Services District (ESD) 5 has lost a second attempt to increase revenues through a sales-and-use tax election. In the Nov. 4 election, a proposition to adopt a 1.25-percent sales-and-use tax for the 256-squaremile district in central and western Wilson County received 681 votes for and 892 votes against. The tax would not apply to sales and use within the city limits of Floresville, where state and local taxes have already reached the 8.25 percent allowed by state law....

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1:55

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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2:59

COURT UPDATE

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Bradley J. Brietzke, 32, of La Vernia was originally sentenced in March 2023 to three years of deferred adjudication-community supervision on a lesser charge of possession of between 1 and 4 grams of a controlled substance in Penalty Group 1, after allegedly possessing methamphetamine in June 2021. After a motion to revoke Oct. 23 for violating probationary terms, he pleaded “true...

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5:24

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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6:38

Voters approve all 17 proposed amendments

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

Texas voters approved all 17 constitutional amendments on the ballot last week, the Houston Chronicle reported. Those included measures to raise the homestead exemption and reduce property taxes for businesses, and to provide [post_excerpt] billion annually for a statewide water fund. Other propositions passed would allow judges to deny bail to people accused of serious crimes and create a billion dementia research fund. “This legislative session, we delivered the conservative victories Texa...

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1:25

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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0:36

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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0:34

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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0:45

Wilson County Master Gardeners to hold Nov. 15 plant...

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

Head to the Sam Fore Jr. Wilson County Public Library on Saturday, Nov. 15, for a plant sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hosted by the Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners, plant lovers can come to buy or trade rooted cuttings. Master Gardeners will be available to answer questions. If taking plants to swap, make sure the plant, starter, or cutting is labeled and free of pests or disease. The Sam Fore Jr. Wilson County Public Library is located at 1103 Fourth St. in Floresville. Article Link

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This is 'Not Your Mama's Green Bean Casserole'

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

With holiday meals fast approaching, we’re all pulling out the favorite family recipes, or tried-and-true directions for holiday staples. Many Thanksgiving tables will include green bean casserole. Here’s a version that’s a little different, from Taste and See, food for the body and soul. The cookbook is by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Louisiana Edition. Not Your Mama’s Green Bean Casserole 2 lbs. green beans, trimmed and chopped 6 oz. button mushrooms, sliced 1/2 c. sliced red bell pe...

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CONTEST WINNERS

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

Loyal readers visit the Wilson County News office to receive gift certificates or prizes from local businesses, which is their prize for participating in WCN’s “Football Trivia Contest” promotional drawing. Article Link

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TV Listings

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2025/11/11

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1:12

Take a look in the mirror

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

Editor: Re: “Hiding the facts on hunger,” Nov. 5 I take issue with the “Hiding the facts on hunger” letter in the Nov. 5 issue. The author states that they have testified in Washington and Austin for federally funded nutrition programs. I am disturbed that the author is more than willing to reach into my pocket for more money. Already one in 8 people get SNAP benefits. How many more should get them? How about this — non-citizens get removed from the SNAP list, maybe means test the benefits? I...

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Political Cartoon

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2025/11/11

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Sheriff's office invites donations for Dec. 9 Senior...

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/11

The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office is seeking donations for a Senior Christmas Dance set for Tuesday, Dec. 9. Items such as socks, blankets, household items, body washes, hair products, and grooming kits are welcomed. Door prize donations, such as H-E-B or Walmart gift cards, will also be accepted. Donations will be collected prior to the Dec. 9 event. Look for more information about the dance in a coming issue of the Wilson County News. To donate, contact Elva Camarillo at the Wilson County ...

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