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PACT annual meeting in Panna Maria

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

The Polish American Council of Texas (PACT) will hold its annual meeting on Saturday, Nov. 15, at the Polish Heritage Center in Panna Maria. The meeting will begin after a welcome reception at 9 a.m. and will include Polish traditions, dancing by the Wawel Dance Group, a silent auction, music, tours, and a barbecue lunch. The Panna Maria Historical Society will offer tours of the Panna Maria Museum and School, and the Polish Heritage Center will be open for tours. The day’s activities will co...

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1:33

Local no-kill animal shelter seeks donations

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

The Wilson County No Kill Animal Shelter invites all to join its “Debt Free in 90 Days” campaign, through Jan. 25, 2026. Overcoming operational debt will support the shelter in continuing its lifesaving work for animals needing rescue and care. Sponsor levels include: •Bronze — between and 9; donors will receive a social-media “thank you” •Silver — 0 to 0, donors will receive recognition on social media and the shelter website •Gold — 1 to [post_excerpt],000; donors will receive recognition ...

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Johnny Cash leaves his mark in Wilson County

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

Johnny Cash left more than memories behind when he filmed “Thaddeus Rose and Eddie,” a madefor TV movie, in Floresville in the 1970s. He also left his autograph on the wall of a local business — and it’s still there! Located in what is now “The Hub” on Third Street just off the courthouse square in downtown Floresville, the country music legend’s autograph is admired recently by Wendi Kay Warren with Western Waves Hair Co. (l-r), and Froth Me owner Kourtney Trevino and one of her baristas, De...

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1:09

National Museum of Pacific War plans Veterans Day event

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2025/11/04

The National Museum of the Pacific War invites the public to its annual Veterans Day Commemoration on Tuesday, Nov. 11, beginning at 11 a.m. This special event — free and open to the public — will be held in the Memorial Courtyard of the museum, located at 311 E. Austin St. in Fredericksburg. The commemoration honors the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces and recognizes their courage, sacrifice, and enduring commitment to freedom. This year’s keynote address will be delive...

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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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0:48

Floresville Council honors Ashley Silguero during...

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

Floresville resident and breast cancer fighter Ashley Silguero (center) is surrounded by family and friends Oct. 23, as the Floresville City Council proclaims October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Pictured are (l-r) council members Mario Morones and Marissa Ximenez, Abel Flores, Carmen Rocha, Mayor Gloria Morales Cantu, David Zamudio holding Silguero’s daughter Aaliyah, Lisa Flores with Silguero’s son Nicholas, Councilman Frances Flores, Delfina Riley, Matilda Neaves, Jessica Rios, and co...

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0:11

Cattle auction takes place near Alamo

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2025/11/04

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

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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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0:34

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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1:06

Join LV Historical Association for Veterans Day event...

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

The La Vernia Historical Association invites the public to a Veterans Day ceremony at the La Vernia Veterans Memorial in La Vernia City Park on Tuesday, Nov. 11, beginning at 11 a.m. Those planning to attend are encouraged to invite veterans to the free event and are asked to bring their own chairs. The event will be an opportunity to express appreciation to all veterans for their service to our country. The “County Line Community Band” will perform patriotic music, and the Greater La Vernia ...

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Stockdale ISD to honor veterans Nov. 11

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2025/11/04

Stockdale Independent School District (ISD) invites the community to attend a Veterans Day Ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 9:30 a.m. in the Stockdale High School gym. Coffee and donuts will be provided for all veterans. Stockdale High School is located at 500 S. Fourth St. in Stockdale. Article Link

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Wilson Area Children's Foundation provides for...

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

Bob Baker and Lexy Moy with the Wilson Area Children’s Foundation present a generous contribution to Floresville Food Pantry Director Rose Holcombe. The donation will help make the Thanksgiving food distribution possible — ensuring local families can enjoy a warm holiday meal. Article Link

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Federal holiday will delay WCN delivery

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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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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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Three-vehicle crash kills La Vernia woman

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

A La Vernia woman has died, following a three-vehicle crash on U.S. 87. Donna Walpole, 66, was driving a white 2018 Chevrolet Spark on Oct. 28 around 9:30 a.m., headed northwest on U.S. 87 just south of La Vernia near Thompson Lane and Kelsey Parkway, when a black 2012 Ford F-150 pickup truck traveling southeast entered Walpole’s lane, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Highway Patrol. The two vehicles collided head-on, said DPS Special Duty Trooper Dila Hidalgo. A black...

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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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AI data center is coming to Wilson County

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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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Early voting concludes; Election Day is Nov. 4

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

Wilson County voter turnout continued to be light in the second week of early voting ahead of the Nov. 4 general and local elections. As of Friday, Oct. 31, a total of 2,391 ballots had been cast. Total ballots cast on: •Monday, Oct. 27— 224 •Tuesday, Oct. 28 — 208 •Wednesday, Oct. 29 — 251 •Thursday, Oct. 30 — 342 •Friday, Oct. 31 — 473. In the first week of early voting, Oct. 20-24, a total of 893 ballots were cast. Watch for Election Night results at wilsoncountynews.com, and more in the N...

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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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3:58

We'd better start thinking about future jobs

Wilson County News ·

2025/11/04

The big headlines about job losses tend to focus on the big employers. Layoffs at UPS, 48,000 — at Intel, 24,000. Amazon is cutting up to 30,000 workers, and Target, 1,800. These pink slips are being dropped largely on white-collar positions. The thinking is that artificial intelligence will be able to handle much of the work now being done at desks. Dropping heavier workloads on those who remain seems to be another part of the plan. AI is considered “intelligent” automation. In other words, ...

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