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Hill Country Samaritans and the Kendall County Women’s Shleter, two nonprofit organizations within the Bandera Electric Cooperative (BEC) service territory, recently received $2,500 each in BEC Foundation grants for the first quarter grant cycle.
Read moreRecently I was thinking about some of the things Bandera kids are missing today that we enjoyed back in the day. How could the simple things we did back then create such special memories later in life that are more precious than silver or gold? It’s almost sinful that I derive so much pleasure from my yearning for the bygone years.
Read moreEvery day this month, the Bandera Public Library is celebrating Poetry Month by posting a daily poem. This month’s Poetry Virtual Open Mic is coming to a close. This Saturday, April 24, is the last day to submit your poem to be shared on our social media. Entries can be submitted via email to banderalibrarycirculation@gmail.com or you can message us on our website or Facebook.
Read moreThe Texas House voted 87-58 last week to allow handguns to be carried without a permit. Under current law, a permit is required to carry handguns either concealed or openly. If the bill becomes law, any Texas resident not already prohibited by state or federal law from owning a gun could legally carry a handgun.
Read moreEditor’s note – Readers are reminded that an arrest is not an indication of guilt. People are presumed innocent after an arrest until convicted.
Read moreFrontier Times Museum’s 4th Sunday Jamboree returns this Sunday, April 25 from 1-4 p.m. Each month, a musician is chosen to serve as a guest host for the free, family-friendly event, and they invite their fellow musicians to join them. Paul Hillard is this month’s guest host. The museum is located at 510 13th Street. Bring a lawn chair and relax in the spring weather.
Read moreThe Texas Senate unanimously passed SB 581, the Homeowners Religious Freedom Act, authored by Senator Paul Bettencourt (R-Houston) and joint-authors Senator Lois Kolkhorst (R-Brenham) and Senator Brandon Creighton (R-Montgomery) to provide protection for homeowners who wish to place certain religious displays in their front yard. Representative Mike Schofield (R-Houston) who filed an identical bill, will be the sponsor of SB581 in the Texas House.
Read moreThe Third Saturday Monthly Coconut Cruise returned to Lakehills last Saturday for the first show of the year at the Coconut Cove Bar and Grill. In the left photo, Ron Clarke shows off his completely original classic 1966 225 Buick Electra Convertible that is one of only two all original (unrestored) Buick Electra convertibles in the United States. In the second photo, Mark Dorrough shows off the original bill of sale for his 1956 Ford T-Bird. Spots in future events can be reserved by calling 830-612-1038. BULLETIN PHOTO/Tracy Thayer
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