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Wilson County residents protest water 'grab'

Wilson County News ·

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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0:44

Federal holiday will delay WCN delivery

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/06

Your Nov. 12 issue of the Wilson County News may arrive a little late in the mail next week. This is due to post offices being closed Tuesday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day, which is a federal holiday. The newspaper will be available on newsstands as usual, starting Nov. 11. Postal customers are likely to see their paper arriving a day or two later than usual. Feel free to contact the Wilson County News at 830-216-4519 if your paper is delayed by more than a few days. Article Link

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0:34

WCN brings science to life

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

Veronica Patt of Van Buren, Ark., shared the results of a “Kid Scoop” experiment that was published in the Oct. 22 edition of the Wilson County News. Following the instructions from “The Oozing Foam Blob!”, Veronica videoed her daughter, 5-year-old Briana, adding the final ingredient. Briana was excited to see science come alive! Check out this week’s “Kid Scoop” on page 14B. Article Link

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3:53

Practicing reverence -- our attitude when worshipping...

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

Drivers who are meticulous about traveling the speed limit may do so for varied reasons. Some are conscientious about what they are doing. They believe that out of respect for the safety of themselves and other motorists that it is a wholly proper thing to do. Others will travel the speed limit out of fear. Some fear getting caught by the police. Teen drivers might fear getting caught by their parents. Still others travel the speed limit because they do not have a choice. Lack of horsepower o...

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2:06

Thrifty Chicken and Dumplings -- comfort in a bowl

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

The recent cooler overnight temperatures have turned our thoughts to soups, stews, and other stick-to-your-ribs meals. This recipe for chicken and dumplings, a comfort food favorite, was sent to Wilson County News Editor Nannette Kilbey-Smith by her eldest sister, Christie Wood, when Nannette lived overseas. “This recipe was included in a Christmas gift,” Nannette recalled. “My sister made me a handwritten recipe book with some of her favorite recipes and some family recipes — like this one, ...

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3:06

We don't send 3-year-olds to the salt mines

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

Dear Dave, I’m trying to wrap my head around your commission method of giving money to kids. We have an 11-yearold and a 16-year-old. Should they have individual lists of tasks, or should there be one big list they both work from on a first-come, first-served basis? Also, should giving, spending and saving be a mandatory part of the commission structure? Is there a time when children should age out of the commission structure? Camilla Dear Camilla, I really like the “age out” part of your que...

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6:09

Premiums rise as ACA open enrollment begins

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

The window for signing up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act is now open through Jan. 15, with most Texans expected to pay considerably higher premiums, The Texas Tribune reported. Federal subsidies that reduced premium rates will expire at year’s end without congressional action. The government shutdown is now entering its second month. Democrats say they will not vote to reopen the government unless the subsidies are extended. Republicans say they will not consider extendi...

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1:29

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

Volunteers are invited to join in painting a colorful mural planned for downtown Floresville. The Wilson County Beautification Association (WCBA), along with Floresville Beautiful, has teamed up with professional muralist Rosalba McCain of Canvas Kids Art Studio to design and hand-paint a mural on the outside wall of Mrs. Annie’s Peanut Patch at 1018 B St. in Floresville. The mural will help visitors to visually learn about the county’s rural peanut farming and the natural beauty and history ...

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0:31

Gate honors Charlie Kirk's memory

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

A gate at the Rackler Ranch near La Vernia honors the memory of conservative advocate Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated Sept. 10 while speaking on the campus of Utah Valley University. Kirk founded the nonprofit Turning Point USA; the organization promotes conservative politics, primarily to students from the high school to university level. Article Link

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1:27

La Vernia police arrest suspect in stabbing

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

La Vernia police have arrested a local woman after following a blood trail leading to her apartment. Officers with the La Vernia Police Department were dispatched Oct. 20 to a convenience store in the 12000 block of U.S. 87 W. for a possible stabbing after an unconscious man was discovered there, bleeding from the neck. First responders identified the victim as James Hernandez, 39, of La Vernia. Officers Bryan Crasher and Richard Cordova noted a trail of blood at the scene and followed it acr...

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1:10

Host a Blue Santa Toy Drive donation station

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

Calling all businesses! Would you like to host a Blue Santa Toy Drive donation station? The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office, Floresville Police Department, Nixon Police Department, and Wilson County Emergency Services District 2 are teaming up for the annual Blue Santa Toy Drive and are seeking businesses to host donation locations. Interested businesses should contact: •In Wilson County or cities of Stockdale, Poth, or La Vernia — Wilson County Sheriff’s Office Public Information Officer Depu...

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0:34

Bluebonnet Book Shop celebrates with ribbon-cutting

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

With family, friends, customers, Floresville city officials, and members of the Floresville Chamber of Commerce and Floresville Lions Club in attendance, Lynette Shaw snips the ribbon Nov. 1 at her business, Bluebonnet Book Shop. Located at 1006 C St., just off the courthouse square in downtown Floresville, Bluebonnet Book Shop offers new and used books for sale. Article Link

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1:13

Floresville Lions seek vendors, sponsors for...

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

The Floresville Lions Club invites area businesses to join them as vendors or sponsors for their Breakfast with Santa and holiday bazaar. The family-friendly event is set for Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 a.m. to noon in the Wilson County Expo and Community Center, 435 S.H. 97 in Floresville. Participants in the event can enjoy pancakes with Santa, a Holiday Bazaar, and kids’ activities! Vendors can set up at the event in the Wilson County Expo & Community Center (formerly the show barn) for ...

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4:08

Most popular veterans benefits have no expiration date

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

While some people may think that the veterans benefits they have earned from military service could evaporate or disappear, this is inaccurate. The most popular veteran benefits have no expiration date. You can apply at any point and are not time-bound. The three most popular veterans benefits are: disability compensation, home loan guaranty, and education/G.I. Bill. For these benefits, there are important dates to remember. If you miss those dates, you may be inconvenienced, but these benefi...

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4:22

Bobby Kotzur to be inducted into Texas State Hall of...

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

Robert “Bobby” Kotzur of Poth is among four Texas State University alumni who will be inducted into the Texas State Hall of Honor as the four members for the 2025 Class; the honors were announced recently by the Texas State “T” Association. Kotzur joins Fred Evans, Cyril Friday, and Lynwood Wade in receiving this recognition. Earning the highest athletic accolade for Texas State alumni, the four were voted in by the “T” Association Board of Directors for their accomplishments based on their c...

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After the storm: Residents reflect on the Floresville...

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

“We can be thankful the one we lived through wasn’t worse … to actually be in its path and be OK…” Coy Tackitt said, reflecting on the EF-2 tornado which hit Floresville 10 years ago. Tackitt, who was coaching the boys basketball team at Floresville High School at the time, still remembers vividly the 5 a.m. practice Oct. 30, 2015, that was cut short as a twister ripped through the school gym. “We had early morning basketball practice, and it was somewhat strange weather when I arrived at the...

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0:44

Federal holiday will delay WCN delivery

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

Your Nov. 12 issue of the Wilson County News may arrive a little late in the mail next week. This is due to post offices being closed Tuesday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day, which is a federal holiday. The newspaper will be available on newsstands as usual, starting Nov. 11. Postal customers are likely to see their paper arriving a day or two later than usual. Feel free to contact the Wilson County News at 830- 216-4519 if your paper is delayed by more than a few days. Article Link

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Mighty Pirate Band honors Band Beau, Sweetheart

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

On band Parent Night Oct. 17, the Poth High School Marching Band recognizes seniors Band Beau Maximus Alvizo and Band Sweetheart Marlene Perez, as the Pirates hosted the Stockdale Brahmas at Jack Lane Field. Article Link

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5:13

AI data center is coming to Wilson County

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

Wilson County may be home to an AI data center in the near future. A renewable energy and data infrastructure project — called Misae Energy Hub — is aimed to be established on 2,742 acres near Stockdale, through a company called Misae Investments. The company’s website describes their expertise as developing “utility-scale solar parks, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and next-generation data centers” and “creating investment opportunities in critical infrastructure for the advancement ...

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0:32

Cueing up in the Floresville Event Center

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

Audience members watch the action as contestants review and line up their shots during the American Cuesports Alliance Texas State Championships, held Oct. 15-19 in the Floresville Event Center. Tournament action Oct. 17 honored the late Floresville City Councilman Gerard Jimenez, who died in a vehicle accident in January 2020. Article Link

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