Floresville, TX News

• Floresville, TX News
• Recently Posted to Wilson's List: 445 New Ads
• Don't know where to vote today? Click this link and match the box number to the...
• Click the link to see the names on Wilson County's Democratic ballot.
• Click the link to see the names on Wilson County's Republican ballot.
• POTH -- During the May 14 regular meeting of the Poth Independent School Distric...
• Telemedicine is coming to the Connally Memorial Medical Center, following the Wi...
• Get ready to kick off the 68th annual Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee with the Form...
• We honor all who served and we hope that each of you has a happy, safe Memorial...
• This is long but an excellent piece about North Dakota's shale oil and the Eagle...
• Well folks, I can tell you that nothing beats the vine-ripened tomato off the pl...
• As of today, we have 2,095 "Likes," and we LOVE all of you. Each of you play a p...
• LA VERNIA -- Within the past month, the Wilson County Emergency Services Distric...
• EAST CENTRAL -- Trustees will hold a budget workshop July 17, following a decisi...
• FALLS CITY -- Falls City is one of six entities that will split $2.1 million in...
• Just a reminder that today is the last day of early voting in the Texas Primaries.
• Organizers: 383 signed petition
• LA VERNIA -- The city has a new mayor and councilman, duly sworn in, following a...
• STOCKDALE -- School districts are watching every penny closely, due to state fun...
• FLORESVILLE -- Coming on the heels of a more-than-two-hour-long closed session m...
• FLORESVILLE -- A Dallas-based company is promising the Floresville Independent S...
• Xani’s Xanadu “Rancho Bonita” will host a fund-raiser to benefit the future VFW...
• Skin cancer is a lifestyle disease, affecting young women, older men, and everyo...
• One one week left to enter your springtime photos into the photo contest! Deadli...
• The Floresville Police Department is conducting its Memorial Day “Click It or Ti...
• Click the link for information about Memorial Day-related closures in our area.
• LA VERNIA -- The La Vernia Independent School District (ISD) board of trustees h...
• FLORESVILLE -- The city is on track to add as many as 120 additional hotel rooms...
• Find out what everyone is talking about! Click the above link to begin your su...
• Looking for a good deal on a used car? Check out Wilson's Auto Chooser in print...
• Texas Forest Service urges caution over holiday weekend
• STOCKDALE -- Deputies from the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office are investigating...
• POTH -- Ongoing petrochemical exploration within the Eagle Ford shale region con...
• A local control of oil and gas waste workshop will be held Thursday, May 24, fro...
• Sacred Heart Church picnic today. Fun, games, food, family get-together time!
• Don't miss the Free Presentation by Drama Kids International when they host thei...
• This would be good for Floresville's Rancho de las Cabras!
• Reminder: Early voting for primary elections ends May 25
• FLORESVILLE -- The Floresville Economic Development Corp. (FEDC) will not be sel...
• FLORESVILLE -- Citizens are circulating a petition in opposition to the Floresvi...
• Retired La Vernia Police Chief Robert “Bobby” Hyatt will be the grand marshal in...
• A harvesting rainwater and solar energy workshop will be held Saturday, May 19,...
• This is going to be one terrific event. You don't want to miss it!
• Five retailers recall crib, play yard tents made by Tots in Mind
• Thank you to readers and staff who contributed and shared weather photos with th...
• STOCKDALE -- As the Stockdale City Council took one step closer to the creation...
• LA VERNIA -- Motorcyclists may feel more appreciated in La Vernia, after the May...
• FLORESVILLE -- A proposal to build an outdoor sports complex on the grounds of t...
• SAN ANTONIO -- Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU) announced that Sister Isab...
• The city of Poth will kick off its Movies at the Park with “Puss in Boots” Frida...
• The dramatic power of nature is unleashed across South Texas May 10-11, as storm...
• Have you submitted your photo yet? Hurry, before June 1!
• Property Tax Class Saturday at the Arcadia. Free kids movie next door! Check out...
• Members of the community will have the opportunity to honor America’s military,...
• South Texas Heritage Pork Farm will host the Fine Swine Cook-off and Flavor Fest...
• Updated today: All the headlines from the Wilson County News, breaking news, fun...
• Lois Wauson Rainy Days and Starry Nights May 16, 2012 My son Trent lives in Bol...
• FLORESVILLE -- The overriding sentiment among citizens who attended the May 10 F...
• 454 New Ads posted to Wilson's List!
• Best of luck to all the applicants!
• Rainfall unofficial report, May 7-12
• Municipal elections May 12, 2012 -unofficial results
• As of today, we have 2,050 "Likes" on Facebook and 239 "Followers" on Twitter --...
• LA VERNIA -- Police here have been warning owners of Texas Edition Chevrolet tru...
• As of Dec. 31, 2011, the Connally Memorial Medical Center has accumulated $122,7...
• By Mary Jo Ricketson Yoga has become a popular option for alternative health ma...
• Elaine M. Stephens May 9, 2012 Local business leaders welcomed Wounded Warrior...
• Click here for up-to-date closures and other information about today's severe we...
• Thank goodness for the rain we've received. Keep praying for more!
• LA VERNIA -- Officials from the La Vernia Police Department and the 81st Judicia...
• Wilson County Judge Marvin Quinney is urging cooperation between Eagle Creek Eme...
• The latest column by Rudy Elizondo.
• Don’t forget your glass slippers at the Promise Ball Saturday, May 12, at 6 p.m....
• ST. HEDWIG -- The city has a new elected official, following the May 3 regular c...
• By Staff Sgt. David Hercher U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South REGINA, French Guia...
• Officials think that a lightning strike could have sparked this May 6 blaze that...
• The latest in Julia Castro's "Apple Pie and Salsa" column.
• The 2012 Miss La Vernia Scholarship Pageant will be held Friday, May 11, at 7 p....
• Three Wilson County students are among the 50 students in South Texas to be reco...
• Perhaps more rain? We can hope and pray, can't we?
• Has anyone gotten pictures from the recent thunderstorms or today's rain? We'd l...
• Elmendorf, La Vernia, and Stockdale, get to the polls and let your voices be heard!
• Look what's been posted to Wilson's List! Autos Bargains Under $100 - Free Ca...
• AUSTIN – Connected Texas has announced that Texas Agriculture Commissioner Todd...
• 1.5" rain on Sunnyside in Floresville!
• If you don't see your community event posted on our event calendar, feel free to...
• KARNES CITY -- Ongoing oil and natural gas exploration of the Eagle Ford shale h...
• STOCKDALE -- The fate of the Stockdale Natural Gas System is in the hands of the...
• Consumer Updates •Check Your Home for These Recalled Products •BBB, SMA warn o...
• Letters printed in the May 3 edition include: •Floresville needs better streets...
• FLORESVILLE -- A proposal for the city of Floresville to borrow up to $1.8 milli...
• LA VERNIA -- “I feel a bit more informed.” “It’s kinda scary!” “It shouldn’t b...
• Have you submitted your entry for the Springtime in South Texas Photo Contest? h...
• This week's headlines have arrived!
• Early voting continues until Tuesday, May 8 in Elmendorf, La Vernia, and Stockda...
• DPS Urges Motorists to Use Caution Around Motorcyclists
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• Need a first car for your high-schooler? Need to get out of your hooptie and int...
• Robotic cameras enabling real-time, two-way audio and video communication betwee...
• Go, Spurs, Go!
• What are you doing this weekend? We've got LOTS of ideas, so click the link for...
• Hector Esqueda -- the only passenger of a 1994 Honda Accord to survive a June 7,...
• Come out tomorrow and support a good cause!
• Keep up with Softball and Baseball Playoffs
• The continued need for emergency medical services (EMS) squads from Floresville...
• In Section B, South Texas Living, in this week's (April 25) issue.
• In Section C, sports, in this week's (April 25) issue.
• From Section E: The 411, in this week's (April 25 issue) paper.
• From Section D: Agriculture Today, in this week's (April 25 issue) paper.
• This email update includes all the headlines from the print edition, as well as...
• County will buy former school: "FLORESVILLE — The Wilson County Commissioners Co...
• Commissioners to tackle EMS coverage issues: "The continued need for emergency m...
• Meeting Agenda: Floresville City Council, April 26
• Your vote is your voice; don't keep silent!
• Check out these ads, new to Wilson's List today: Bargains Under $100 - Free E...
• Our staff is putting the finishing touches on the April 25 edition. Not yet a s...
• HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Share your prom photos with us! Your prom photos will be...
• Thank you to our 229 Twitter followers. If you're not among them, then find out...
• STOCKDALE -- The city of Stockdale is one step closer to construction of a Wi-Fi...
• Today's email update includes classifieds posted to these categories: Bargains U...
• HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Share your prom photos with us! Your prom photos will be...
• Check out The 411, our section dedicated to schools, youth, and education.
• Whether it's about the ranch or the garden, the stable or the table, you'll read...
• Our sports section covers action from seven area school districts. Don't miss a...
• This is the latest "Rainy Days and Starry Nights" column by Wilson County's own...
• FLORESVILLE -- Luck might have run out for a suspected “coyote.” An alleged huma...
• FLORESVILLE -- The loud, rumbling staccato sound of engine-braking systems used...
• All the headlines from this week's Wilson County News in this email update
• What do readers think? Mix it up a bit? From EDITOR & PUBLISHER: Looking forward...
• The following meeting agendas were posted today for: Wilson County ESD No. 2; Wi...
• The April 18 print edition is hitting retail locations now. If you're not alread...
• Our Facebook page has 2,020 likes! Wow, 2,020, that's a number we can see clearl...
• La Vernia school bus, mail truck collide
• Police take down alleged Floresville drug dealer
• La Vernia MusicFest is Saturday! and more...
• Meeting Agendas for Poth and FELPS posted today
• The economic impact is being calculated after the media hype over lean, finely t...
• Find this article, and other ag articles, in Section D (Agriculture Today) in ou...
• All the headlines, plus breaking news
• Officers seek suspects from pursuit
• UPCOMING MEETINGS: •Stockdale City Council April 9 •Poth Planning & Zoning publi...
• Keeping the Faith: 'Easter and Incomplete Answers'
• Wilson County News Friday updates include breaking news, consumer updates, funer...
• The city is trying to beat the 'skeeters ahead of Easter.
• All the headlines from the Wilson County News April 4th print edition and more
• Four more were captured this morning.
• Follow us on Twitter, "@wcnonline."
• Be cool: Have your AC serviced once a year...
• The weather's getting warmer, so more motorcyclists are taking to the roads. Be...
• Consumer Updates: Kohl's announces recall of toy trucks due to fire hazard; Salm...
• Wardley's fish food and a toy truck sold at Kohl's are the latest Consumer Updat...
• 2,002 Likes! That's right; we broke 2,000 on our Facebook page. Thanks to each o...
• YOU LIKE US! You really, really like us — all 1,997 of you. Thank you to all of...
• Today's breaking news: Rainfall unofficial report, March 28
• Floresville Lions Club Palm Sunday BBQ at the Knights of Columbus Hall Sunday fr...
• Floresville Police Officers Assoc. Catfish Tournament, Wilson County News NIE Go...
• Giuliani to be Featured in Distinguished Lecture Series at Trinity University
• Contest rules here. Entries due June 1.
• Check out this week's headlines and videos.
• April's gardening calendar ... and more!
• Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott gives a video update from Capitol Hill. See i...
• I-37 Raceway at Newsome Motor Park March 24
• We have coupons in our print edition, as well as these printable coupons. So che...
• Our Newspapers In Education Golf Tournament is this Saturday at River Bend Golf...
• Need to find a bargain? Have something to sell or give away? Looking for work? W...
• Click the link for headlines from the March 21 print edition, the latest breakin...
• Keep your family safe with the latest consumer advisories and product recalls. R...
• Whole Foods Market issues allergy alert for undeclared walnuts in Mini Chocolate...
• This is our sister publication. We hope you will "Like" it, too.
• Ceiling Fans Recalled by Westinghouse Lighting Due to Shock and Fire Hazards
• A Walmart gift card smishing scam is among the latest updates on the Scam Centra...
• While most of us slept, Floresville police launched another offensive against th...
• Rally for religious liberty March 23 • All the headlines posted today and classi...
• Can't wait to see the pictures you got of the March 19-20 storms that came throu...
• Meeting Agendas: Wilson County ESD No. 2, March 22 Floresville City Council, M...
• Got storm damage? Think a tornado touched down near you? The Austin-San Antonio...
• Don’t forget the Kelly Miller Circus today! Two shows. 4:30pm and 7:30pm Flores...
• Wow! That was some wild weather last night and early this morning. We hope and p...
• Did you know the Wilson County News posts meeting agendas on its website? That's...
• Grand Opening of the brand new Wilson County Public Library Kiosk in LaVernia lo...
• Home and Garden Show in Floresville's Event Center today 9-5 and tomorrow 10-4....
• Wilson County Attorney Russell Wilson has filed a protest with the Texas Railroa...
• Tips for Texas Most Wanted Fugitives Can Now be Submitted via Facebook
• Head down to Floresville this weekend for the Home & Garden Show. Get some ideas...
• This entry comes from April Mascarenas. Visit our website and find out how you c...
• DO YOU REMEMBER YOUR PROM? Did you and your friends rent a limo or did you esco...
• HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Are you headed to the prom? Share your photos with us! Yo...
• U.S. Law Firms Continue to be the Target of Counterfeit Check Scheme
• Most of us are thankful for the mild weather and bountiful rain. This has been f...
• This week's edition is hitting stores now. For home delivery, and information on...
• Follow the link to the Ray of Sunshine game. Have a little fun, and test your kn...
• Check out coming events this weekend: Sutherland Springs Chili Cook Off; Girls...
• BREAKING NEWS: Fatal La Vernia wreck, Floresville meth bust.
• Dr. Harvey gets new 5-year contract
• All the headlines from the Wilson County News
• Check out headlines from the March 7 print edition, find out what events are goi...
• Do you follow us on Twitter? If not, look for @wcnonline and click "Follow."
• The STARS plant sale continues daily through Thursday at the Floresville Alterna...
• STARS Plant Sale 9-4 at Wilson County Gardening Day Saturday at the Alternative...
• Pirettes advance. See scores here.
• Pirettes defeat Edgewood, advance to tomorrow's state championship game against...
• Important dates for voters and candidates. Click link for more.
• StayALERT tip calls lead police to Floresville High School this morning.
• This week's Wilson County News and updates
• Wilson County Gardening Day Saturday at the Alternative School Campus featuring...
• For rent or lease, go here:
• Did you know that we have an online services directory at wilsoncountynews.com?...
• Get on the water this weekend!
• Wilson County Gardening Day, benefitting the Alternative School is Saturday at t...
• This week's issue is hitting stores right now. Rather have home delivery? Click...
• Support our local teams. The Poth Pirettes are headed to state, and the Nixon-Sm...
• We're 28 LIKES away from 2,000. Thanks to all of you who already like us; tell y...
• As agendas to public meetings are made available, we post them here. Click the l...
• So what are you doing this weekend?
• The weather forecast says South Central Texas should see temperatures in the mid...
• Thanks to a mild winter and an abundance of recent rain, wildflowers are startin...
• This week's Wilson County News headlines and classifieds
• Congratulations to our Poth Pirettes basketball team.
• Feb. 19-25 is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Texas
• The Feb. 22 edition is hitting area stores right now. Find out what everyone is...
• Visit this section regularly for product recalls and consumer advisories.
• Vote for 'Goose' Hernandez, Player of the Year! ... and more in this email
• If you haven't made plans for the weekend, this might be a good place for you to...
• Floresville's Erica "Goose" Hernandez is a finalist for PLAYER OF THE YEAR in th...
• Anyone with information about the suspects' whereabouts is asked to call the Wil...
• All the headlines from this week's WCN, including breaking news – manhunt contin...
• Check out this Senkarik made for Sacred Heart School's Wine & Art Festival on Sa...
• Meetings for Wilson County Commissioners Court; Hospital; East Central, Falls Ci...
• It has been a tragic day in Wilson County. A 16-year-old La Vernia high school s...
• Basketball Playoffs
• Live in a manufactured home? Then check your furnace; it could be on the list....
• Anyone get pictures of/with the trail riders that came through Wilson County thi...
• Fine pre-owned automobiles such as this are available now on Wilson's Auto Choos...
• See all the headlines in this week's Wilson County News!
• Check out these great Valentine's Day specials from local businesses!
• Reminder to all youth who want to enter the La Vernia Baked Food Show, all La V...
• How to find trustworthy tax preparation help
• This week in the Wilson County News
• Gardening calendar, Gardening Q&A, and more!
• New classifieds add to Autos, Bargains Under $100, Child Care, Garage Sale, Give...
• Locksmiths unlock customer frustrations
• Get all of this week's headlines:
• With heavy rains moving through portions of Texas this week, the National Weathe...
• Rose Petals – C.H.I.P.S. and the Texan. Find out more ...
• Video posted last night.
• For tomorrow, Let the Floresville High School Class of 2013 prepare your lunch....
• Artists reception. Public invited to meet and greet, view some art, taste some w...
• Extreme Makeover to turn over new house to Harris family
• Check our website for daily updates from the Extreme Makeover. More coverage in...
• Headlines updated for Jan. 18 issue
• See photo updates from Extreme Makeover: Home Edition in Wilson County, and more.
• Funeral notices posted today for: Seibert, Hewell, Martinez, Christian, Grant, S...
• Local businesses support the Floresville Community and "Extreme Makeover"
• GVEC Encourages Preparation for Freezing Weather
• All the headlines and more
• Driver hurt in three-car wreck
• Saturday, Jan. 7, is BINGO night at Sacred Heart School (Floresville) Sacred Hea...
• Plant ID contest begins - Wilson County Gardening Day is Saturday, March 3!
• Children's products among four recent CPSC recalls
• Recall town hall changes location to Studio C
• Recall organizers set town hall meeting...
• Christmas greetings to you and yours from everyone at the Wilson County News.
• Attorney General Abbott offers support to Henderson County over challenge to nat...
• Check out Reb's Race Report -- South Texas Shootout at South Texas Speedway Dec....
• DEAL OF THE DAY: Buy a Regular or Large Single Flavor Blast, get a 2nd one Free!...
• AG seeks possible stay of candidate filing period, and more headlines...
• is going to H-E-B sans makeup, looking sloppy. Thought everyone would want to kn...
• CPS recommends LED lights for holiday safety, savings
• Wilson and friends participate in the Floresville Festival of Lights parade Dec. 3.
• In this email update: Two confirmed dead in Virginia Tech shooting...
• Charitable giving: Is your money going where you think it’s going?
• Did you get the Christmas TV program guide on 1B in Nov. 30 issue? TONIGHT: Mich...
• Breaking news: Recall petition seeks to oust Floresville mayor, entire council;...
• Did you see the Football Playoff Scoreboard yesterday? Check this email.
• The Late-Night Shopping party at WCN has already begun as staffers are walking a...
• Looks like we'll have PERFECT Santa Claus weather for his appearance at the WCN...
• MUST HAVE: Christmas Cookbook. In the Wilson County News today! Be sure to get y...
• Could it be? Winter has arrived in South Texas ... Time to bring in the plants,...
• We are thankful for ... another holiday shopping season??? By Elaine Kolodziej...
• Check out this fun video from the Nixon Ranch Rodeo...
• Did you attend and take photos at the Wilson County's Got Talent show Nov. 12? I...
• The Poth Pirettes beat Jewett Leon in state volleyball semifinals. Finals on Sat...
• For the latest football scores and schedules ...
• Get the latest volleyball scores and schedules ...
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• Tracy Pace and Jack Ivey emcee during the dress rehearsal for Wilson County's Go...
• Your chance to have a say Tuesday evening ... The future of the courthouse is go...
• Enjoy some amazing antique and classic cars at the Floresville Open Car Show! I...
• Good news for us ...
• We invite readers to post comments to the story on the WCN website:
• This is worth watching -- and sharing with parents.
• UPDATE ON PEANUT FESTIAL: Thanks to Jim Helmke for posting this information: The...
• Local farmers and ranchers are only too familiar with the hog problem.
• Check out photo of Erin Jones and her "Twinkle Toes" during their class at Studi...
• Check our Deal of the Day. Good at Sonic, TODAY ONLY, with coupon on page 8B! Fr...
• The beautiful sound of rain Sept. 17, 2011 in Floresville.
• Nanette Middleton of Pleasanton and will present “Vintage Clothing Gives A Look...
• 9-11 WAS LIKE A BLACK AND WHITE MOVIE, EXCEPT FOR THE RED BLOOD: Observations 10...
• Sacred Heart School in Floresville is having it's annual BBQ Chicken Dinner toda...
• Remembering 9-11. Ten-Year Anniversary. This week's Wilson County News.
• Kash 4 Kids annual fund-raiser Casino Night will be held Saturday, Sept. 10, in...
• Another day at 104 ... how many more can we endure?
• Back to School for Floresville - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more
• How to dress the kids for school tomorrow? Today's high temp was only 98, and th...
• From one cowboy to another? :)
• Bingo tonight from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Sacred Heart School, 1007 Trail Street,...
• The Wilson County Historical Society program Aug. 16 was about recent discoverie...
• Jerome Brooks, who was selected as the finalist in the search for a chief execut...
• The ribbon is cut and mariachis serenade shoppers as they come through the doors...
• Promote your events on our popular online calendar. Go here:
• Did anyone get measurable rain? Only had a trace in Floresville ...
• Watch for a special 9-11 tab section to be included in your Wilson County News....
• Texans want to know when this drought will end.
• Do you have a favorite tree? Send us a photo and it could be featured in our Gre...
• Floresville City Council discusses the allocation of $72,000 for Time Warner sta...
• Hospital board members wrangle with the verbiage of a motion to curtail a proper...
• Finance Director Fonda Kellner address the Floresville City Council July 18.
• Several citizens in attendance for a July 18 Floresville City Council meeting we...
• Some uncommon common sense from Patrick Dorinson.
• Interested in Mixed Martial Arts? Wilson County News is giving away FREE tickets to the Mixed Martial Arts Fight Saturday, July 30, at the Guadalupe County Rodeo and Fairgrounds Arena in Seguin! The first 10 people to call 830-216-4519 or e-mail feedback
• Supporters of Christina Bourne and Studio C address the Floresville Economic Development Corp. during its July 11 meeting.
• This family of Black-bellied whistling ducks hides in the shade of some trees behind buildings on Third Street in Floresville after being blown from their nest in a tree outside the Wilson County Courthouse. According to www.wildtexas.com, these ducks bu
• The first leg of the Security Forces 9/11 Ruck March to Remember makes its way toward Floresville from San Antonio July 12. On July 13, the marchers will continue toward Floresville. For more information, visit
• The Wilson County News has received word that Sophie Sparks, 5, of La Vernia, has passed away. Her faith and joy inspired many throughout her courageous battle with cancer. Service information will be posted as soon as it is made available.
• The Floresville City Council discusses the state of the Floresville 4A Corp.’s finances. Video by William J. Gibbs Jr.
• Attorney Peter J. Stanton (standing) grills the Floresville Economic Development Corp. board June 27 about the corporation’s treatment of his clients, Carson and Christina Bourne. Video by William J. Gibbs Jr.
• "Raisin' Kane" honors Barbara Harvey June 23 with a lively rendition of "Happy Birthday" in celebration of her 88th birthday, as friends and neighbors joined in the fun at the White House Café. Video by Elaine Kolodziej
• John Wayne Schultz, a contestant on Season 10 of “American Idol,” sings the national anthem June 18 as the Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee rodeo. Video by Pat Kopecki
• This is the scene of 67th annual Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee Rodeo June 18.
• The Comal County Sheriff’s Posse Wranglers Drill Team entertains the crowd during the June 18 preshow of the Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee Rodeo. Video by Pat Kopecki
• "Raisin' Kane" playing at the White House Cafe every Thursday evening.
• Fran Chilek, who will retire at month’s end from her position as hospital administrator for the Connally Memorial Medical Center, says goodbye June 16 to the Wilson Memorial Hospital Districts’s board. Video by William J. Gibbs Jr.
• Karnes County Pct. 3 Commissioner James Rosales engages in a discussion with his fellow commissioners June 13 about whether a bond election would adversely affect grant funds awarded for restoration of the Karnes County Courthouse. Video by William J. Gi
• A resident asks the Karnes County Commissioners Court June 14 to allow citizens the opportunity to vote on whether to proceed with restoration of the Karnes County Courthouse. Video by William J. Gibbs Jr.
• Floresville city Councilman Sherry Martinez Castillo outlines her plan for reallocation of the city’s hotel/motel tax proceeds. Video by William J. Gibbs Jr.
• Floresville city Councilman John W. Guerrero reads relevant state statutes pertaining to use of hotel/motel tax proceeds. Video by William J. Gibbs Jr.
• Floresville City Attorney Louis Rosenberg reads a passage from the city’s proposed ethics policy. Video by William J. Gibbs Jr.
• Edwin Baker, coordinator of the Wilson County Health andPublic Safety Office explains the need for bans on outdoor burning and aerial fireworks during the June 13 meeting of the Wilson County Commissioners Court. Video by William J. Gibbs Jr.
• There are several categories of classified ads which can be placed FREE to run on WILSON'S LIST. GO HERE to place your ad: Also, to LIST YOUR EVENTS go to our calendar: bit.ly/j4NKJ7 This is the same online calendar that is shared with Floresvill
• Headlines, events, classifieds, and more!
• Some Wilson County residents enjoyed the beautiful sounds of rain June 6.
• Fire warning... drought conditions still persist. Wilson County still has a burn ban. See today's email for article.
• TODAY - La Vernia community asks for prayers for their own little Sophie Sparks tomorrow, Thursday, May 26, at St. Ann's Catholic Church.
• Today's email includes breaking news, Amber alerts, funeral notices
• Flames break through the roof of a mobile home on C.R. 122 near Cañada Verde May 25. Read story:
• Send us your photos of end-of-school activities! E-mail to reader@wcn-online.com.
• Louis Rosenberg thanks Albert Faktor for his years of support to the annual Rosenberg and Rotter Cowboy Breakfast benefiting the Wilson Area Housing Foundation. The next Cowboy Breakfast is Saturday, April 28, 2012.
• Kickoff parade for Senior Week May 9 in downtown Floresville.
• From the Floresville Police Department's Taser training May 20. George Ortiz and Dan Small "ride the lightning." Video by William J. Gibbs Jr.
• Plan on attending the Floresville Home & Garden Show Sunday, May 22, from noon to 6 p.m. in the Floresville Community Convention Center on S.H. 97 Sunday. There will be craft and gardening demonstrations and an array of vendors. Drama Kids Internatio
• Have you voted in the school, hospital, municipal elections today? Polls open till 7 p.m.
• Today, Saturday, is voting day for hospital, city, school, and in some areas, ESD elections. Please remember to vote today! It is your tax dollars that they are spending!
• Agriculture Today, Sports, Miss La Vernia candidates, Funeral Notices, Breaking News, Commentaries, and More...
• “The Band With No Name," Kyle Gonzales and Tyler Bigler, Savannah Skarke, and Gregory Guzman to name a few... May 5 in the 2011 Spring Talent Show at Floresville High School.
• Floresville EDC board members discuss the corporation’s planned July 4 fireworks expenditures.
• Construction workers at the site of the new Walmart Supercenter being built in Floresville use an aerial crane helicopter April 29 to aid in the installation of one of 32 air-conditioning units on the store’s roof. According to workers at the scene
• Important reminder to Wilson County Voters. Last day of early voting today in hospital election. How they are spending our tax dollars is important! PLEASE VOTE.
• Softball/Baseball playoff updates, "A Mother's Love," Nascar News, Commentaries, Scam Central and more!
• From BBB to Facebook users, a fake video titled "Osama Bin Laden Death Video" invites consumers to click on an outside link to watch. However, the link will install malware on their computer, which may allow a criminal to access personal data s
• "Officials search river for missing man" and other breaking news. Plus headlines for sports, agriculture, obituaries, and more.
• President confirms Osama bin Laden's death:
• Company to bring 80 jobs to county, Floresville entities join for July 4th bash, and more headlines at wilsoncountynews.com.
• Classifieds posted today: garage sales, help wanted, miscellaneous, pets, and recycle.
• Keep up with Softball/Baseball playoff updates, community events!
• Wednesday updates include Easter church services, Poth meeting agendas, and more at wilsoncountynews.com.
• Drama Kids International's reenactment of Juliette Gordon-Low recognizing the founder of the Girl Scouts. It was the first meeting of the Wilson County Girl Scout Alumnae in the Convention Center.
• Friday updates at wilsoncountynews.com
• Floresville High School students participate in the Shattered Dreams program April 13. Video by William J. Gibbs Jr.
• There is hay available in Wilson County. Need truck to send to Alpine to relieve ranchers burned by wildfires. Also need cash as well as more hay donations. If you can help call (830) 477-6667
• Crews from five area volunteer fire departments join workers from Wilson County Pct. 3 in attempting to contain a massive brush fire on C.R. 307 west of Sutherland Springs.
• The Floresville High School Leo Club will hold a fund-raising car wash this Saturday, April 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the parking lot of the Floresville Chamber of Commerce office across from H-E-B, to raise money for their Wilson County Relay for Li
• Girls Golfers Wanted! The San Antonio Chapter of the Executive Women's Golf Association has 4 - $1000 scholarships for SA area (includes Wilson Co.) female golfers. For the past 15 years, the San Antonio EWGA has honored young girl golfers, ages 14-
• This 8'x16' "pecan" moves down the streets of Floresville March 31. It weighs 2300 lbs and will eventually reside in Seguin after it is painted.
• Vinson to leave Floresville ISD
• What a wonderful day we had at the Wilson County Gardening Day! Thank you to all the 1,000 or so visitors we had -- in spite of the hurricane-force winds!
• Wind power: questionable benefits, concealed impacts
• Share your fun in the snow here:
• The Wilson County News and The La Vernia News offices will open at noon on Friday, Feb. 4.
• Get all the latest closures and cancellations on the Wilson County News website and post your own notices here:
• A judge gives his overview of the lambs entered in the Wilson County Junior Livestock Show Jan. 19 in the Wilson County Show Barn near Floresville. Video by Pat Kopecki
• To those concerned about Radio Shack closing in La Vernia: Ray Horn said that all Internet services will continue, including new installs and upgrades, through Oasis Computers. If you need tech support, call 866-364-5005 as usual. If you have other quest
• Congrats to our sister publication, The La Vernia News. is live!
• asks, do you have an issue for Congress? Here's an easy way to contact them:
• A new comedy film, "Amounting to Nothing," by Johnny Luna of "Place to B Productions," is currently being filmed on location in Floresville! Take a look:
• The WCN Gang celebrates Christmas together with an annual Christmas gathering in the office kitchen. Midway into the video, there is singing!
• Crowds of people representing the Floresville community fill in the Floresville Community Convention Center Dec. 17 to be on the Great Day SA show.
• Downtown Floresville Dec. 10
• Cowboys representing 17 South Texas ranches compete in the Nixon-Smiley Ranch Rodeo held Oct. 16 in Nixon, in six events including Nixon-Smiley’s signature event — the hog loading contest. Video by Pat Kopecki
• Acts young and old entertained the audience Nov. 6 during the "La Vernia's Got Talent!" show.
• Albert Faktor auctions off an item during the St. Mary’s Catholic Church Fall Festival Sept. 26 in Stockdale.
• Dr. David Burnett of Texas A&M University answers questions regarding the fracturing process during the Sept. 30 Natural Resources Issues for South Central Texas meeting held in Falls City. Video by Pat Kopecki.
• Two members of the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse bow their heads as the announcer opens the rodeo with a cowboy’s prayer. Video by Pat Kopecki
• WCN presents their 1st annual Halloween costume contest!
• Floresville Nursing Center resident Rosa Reinhard celebrates her 108th birthday June 30 with family and friends, opening a gift of cookies. The sprightly centenarian enjoyed the event, exchanging witty remarks with her guests.
• Norman Garza Jr., associate legislative director with the Texas Farm Bureau lobby team, speaks of the No. 1 issue the Texas Farm Bureau is monitoring closely — eminent domain. Garza was the guest speaker during the Oct. 21 annual meeting of the Wil
• Fireworks light up the sky over Floresville Community Convention Center and City Park July 4, 2010. Video by William J. Gibbs Jr.
• Bobby Flores and the Yellow Rose Band perform "America the Beautiful" during Bobby Flores' birthday celebration at the Floresville Community Convention Center July 10.
• Kendle Marshall lowers a light into the hole under the living-room floor as family and friends peer into a 19th-century cistern hidden beneath the floor of their century-old house, built by Judge John E. Canfield in 1910.
• The Texas Bicycle Racing Association held State Time Trial Championships Aug. 14 in Floresville. Cyclists started the race from downtown "C" Street in front of the Wilson County News office.
• The Floresville Tigers and East Central Hornets met on Eschenburg Field Aug. 20 for the teams’ only scrimmage. Video by Robert C. McDonald
• State, county, and city officials gather Aug. 24 to break ground and welcome ICP Industries as Stockdale’s first tenant in its industrial park. The Rev. Dennis Jarzombek, pastor of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Stockdale, gives instruction as
• Wilson County Boy Scouts lead the pledge of allegiance and Girl Scouts lead the Texas pledge.
• The Floresville Elementary South Elementary School Choir sings for the crowd.
• Wilson County officials lower the Sescquicentennial time capsule into the ground. It will see light again in 2060.
• Wilson County officials lower the Sescquicentennial time capsule into the ground. It will see light again in 2060.
• The Floresville Elementary South Elementary School Choir sings for the crowd.
• Jim Helmke, Krista Morgan, and John Wayne Schultz sing "Americana" during the 66th annual Floresville Peanut Festival Coronation Oct. 7.
• Bill Hyman, executive director of the state’s Independent Cattlemen’s Association, addresses cattlemen in Falls City Oct. 5 about the cattle trichomoniasis, or “trich,” program that has been in effect since the beginning of the ye
• Swine flu information, symptoms and resources for Wilson County

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