Wilson County News

12/24/2024

Happy birthday, Sharon!

Sharon Hasenbeck celebrates her 85th birthday Dec. 7, with her husband, William, 83, by her side, at a party in the Legacy Ranch subdivision near La Vernia, hosted by their daughter, Diane. More than 50 well-wishers attended the party for Sharon, now retired from working in the high school and central administration office of the East Central Independent School District […]
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NICHOLAS SIERRA/svtox.smugmug.comSharon Hasenbeck celebrates her 85th birthday Dec. 7, with her husband, William, 83, by her side, at a party in the Legacy Ranch subdivision near La Vernia, hosted by their daughter, Diane. More than 50 well-wishers attended the party for Sharon, now retired from wor...

12/24/2024

🏆 Give credit where it's due! 🙌 Nominate your favorite educator today and let them know how much they mean to you! 📝 Fill out the nomination form available in the Wilson County News or visit our website to submit your nominee online at https://www.wilsoncountynews.com/edu. Share their inspiring stories and the impact they've made on your life or the lives of others. Together, let's recognize their hard work and dedication. Don't miss out, the deadline to enter for this quarter is December 31, 2024. ⭐

12/24/2024

East End Glass remembers the 80s

When asked to share memories for the “Flashback to the 80s with the Wilson County News” contest (see p. 4-5A), Gene Gawlik of East End Glass, which prior to its 1981 incorporation was known as Ivan’s Glass, shared photos from some memorable work completed in 1983-84. Readers are invited to share memories of the past. Send to elaine@ wcn-online.com or […]
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East End Glass works to replace glass at the spectacular San Antonio Botanical Garden in the early 1980s. COURTESY/Gene GawlikWhen asked to share memories for the “Flashback to the 80s with the Wilson County News” contest (see p. 4-5A), Gene Gawlik of East End Glass, which prior to its 1981 inco...

12/23/2024

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12/23/2024

Local churches invite all to celebrate the Reason for the season

Celebrate the Reason for the season at your choice of local churches, as several plan special Christmas services to honor the birth of Jesus Christ as well as New Year’s services to ring in the new year. Following is a list of services around the area, published as a service to our readers seeking a place to worship. Adkins St. […]
https://www.wilsoncountynews.com/articles/local-churches-invite-all-to-celebrate-the-reason-for-the-season/

Celebrate the Reason for the season at your choice of local churches, as several plan special Christmas services to honor the birth of Jesus Christ as well as New Year’s services to ring in the new year. Following is a list of services around the area, published as a service to our readers seeking...

12/23/2024

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12/23/2024

La Vernia welcomes holidays with parade, tree-lighting

Families and community members gathered Dec. 13 in La Vernia for the city’s first-ever Christmas parade, and the 31st annual Spirit of Christmas tree-lighting in the La Vernia City Park. The event, originally set for Dec. 7, was rescheduled due to inclement weather. Enjoy these scenes from this festive event!
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Amid a flurry of snowballs, the Christmas tree lights come on Dec. 13 in the La Vernia City Park, as the city welcomes the holidays. PASCALLE BIPPERT/Contributor Families and community members gathered Dec. 13 in La Vernia for the city’s first-ever Christmas parade, and the 31st annual Spirit of C...

12/23/2024

Christmas and New Year holiday office closures

In observance of Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, all city and county offices and many other businesses will be closed. Below is a list of closures provided as a service to the community. Wilson County Public Library Sam Fore Jr. in Floresville, Jane Yelvington McCallum in La Vernia, and Sarah Bain Chandler in Stockdale — Closed Wednesday and Thursday, […]
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In observance of Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, all city and county offices and many other businesses will be closed. Below is a list of closures provided as a service to the community. Wilson County Public Library Sam Fore Jr. in Floresville, Jane Yelvington McCallum in La Vernia, and Sarah Ba...

12/23/2024

Sons of the Republic of Texas announce Presidio La Bahia Award recipients

The Sons of the Republic of Texas (SRT) proudly announces the recipients of the prestigious Presidio La Bahia Award. The awards were presented during a ceremony Dec. 7 at the historic Presidio La Bahia, located on the outskirts of Goliad. This annual honor recognizes outstanding published materials that contribute to the preservation and study of Texas history, particularly the Spanish […]
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The Sons of the Republic of Texas (SRT) proudly announces the recipients of the prestigious Presidio La Bahia Award. The awards were presented during a ceremony Dec. 7 at the historic Presidio La Bahia, located on the outskirts of Goliad. This annual honor recognizes outstanding published materials....

12/22/2024

CONTEST WINNERS

Loyal readers visit the Wilson County News office to receive gift certificates to a local businesses, which is their prize for participating in WCN’s “Friday Nights Scores Trivia Contest.” WANT TO JOIN THESE WINNERS? Read the Wilson County News every week to find a variety of different promotions and contests that include chances to win! Subscribe today! Visit wilsoncountynews.com/subscribe/ or […]
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Joseph Schmidt of Adkins, bird feeder from Jupe MillsLoyal readers visit the Wilson County News office to receive gift certificates to a local businesses, which is their prize for participating in WCN’s “Friday Nights Scores Trivia Contest.” Mark Kunneman of Stockdale, White Lightning Liquor g...

12/22/2024

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12/22/2024

Wilson County Quilters award quilt winner

Debra Kollman of Bellview (left) receives her prize, a quilt handmade by the Wilson County Quilters, from club President Debbie Terwilliger. The quilt, a collaborative effort by the club members, led by Committee Chair Glenna McCandles, was the prize in a fundraiser; the winning entry was drawn from all entries Sept. 14 at the Sam Fore Jr. Wilson County Public […]
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COURTESY/Wilson County QuiltersDebra Kollman of Bellview (left) receives her prize, a quilt handmade by the Wilson County Quilters, from club President Debbie Terwilliger. The quilt, a collaborative effort by the club members, led by Committee Chair Glenna McCandles, was the prize in a fundraiser; t...

12/22/2024

Keep yourself, your home, and your property safe this holiday season

It’s the “most wonderful time of the year” — and the time when we all need to take extra care to keep yourself, your home and loved ones, and your property safe. Here are some guidelines for personal, vehicle, and home safety from local law-enforcement personnel to help you stay safe this holiday season. “This time of year, we have […]
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It’s the “most wonderful time of the year” — and the time when we all need to take extra care to keep yourself, your home and loved ones, and your property safe. Here are some guidelines for personal, vehicle, and home safety from local law-enforcement personnel to help you stay safe this ho...

12/22/2024

Falls City National Bank is Floresville Business of the Month

The Floresville Chamber of Commerce gathers Dec. 10 to recognize Falls City National Bank as its Business of the Month for December. Pictured are Falls City National Bank board members Myron Repka (back, l-r), Staci Repka, Dawn Kollodziej, Michael Dziuk, and Chuck Balser, employees Lydia Franco and Donna Vasbinder, board members Don Titzman and (front) Melissa Poth, chamber directors Kaden […]
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EVA RAEDEAN LOPEZ/Wilson County NewsThe Floresville Chamber of Commerce gathers Dec. 10 to recognize Falls City National Bank as its Business of the Month for December. Pictured are Falls City National Bank board members Myron Repka (back, l-r), Staci Repka, Dawn Kollodziej, Michael Dziuk, and Chuck...

12/21/2024

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12/21/2024

FELPS gets festive

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FELPS system advisor Tommy Scogin and Floresville Mayor Gloria Morales Cantu admire a snowman display Dec. 4, created completely by hand by the utility’s billing department for a decorating contest. This snowman display earned the title of “Most Festive Christmas Display.” RACHEL DRAPER/Wilson...

12/21/2024

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12/21/2024

Rise Broadband expanding into Sandy Oaks area

Rise Broadband has announced the expansion of its state-of-the-art fiber network into Sandy Oaks. The company offers high-speed fiber Internet service with contract-free connections. Construction, in partnership with Amberscapes Inc., began in Sandy Oaks on Nov. 25, and is expected to continue for six months. Sandy Oaks officials told the Wilson County News that as many as 7,000 homes and […]
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Rise Broadband has announced the expansion of its state-of-the-art fiber network into Sandy Oaks. The company offers high-speed fiber Internet service with contract-free connections. Construction, in partnership with Amberscapes Inc., began in Sandy Oaks on Nov. 25, and is expected to continue for s...