Wilson County News

Help save a life by donating blood on Sunday, Nov. 1, in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Parish Hall between 8:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Register to donate blood in advance by visiting https://donor.southtexasblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/156338. The parish hall is located at 1009 Trail St. in Floresville. Article Link

With early voting ending Friday, Oct. 30, Texas Secretary of State Robert Howden announced the state has 19 million registered voters—a record number ahead of the Nov. 3 election.“Texas continues to see strong voter registration numbers, and we want every eligible Texan to be prepared to participate in the upcoming election,” Howden said. As of Friday, Oct. 23, more than 2.7 million Texans had vot...

With early voting ending Friday, Oct. 30, Texas Secretary of State Robert Howden announced the state has 19 million registered voters—a record number ahead of the Nov. 3 election.“Texas continues to see strong voter registration numbers, and we want every eligible Texan to be prepared to participate in the upcoming election,” Howden said. As of Friday, Oct. 23, more than 2.7 million Texans had vot...

Wilson County Fire Marshal Carl Fowner has officially become a Licensed Peace Officer in the State of Texas. Fowner recently graduated from the nine-month program at the San Antonio College Law Enforcement Academy, earning the distinction of Class Valedictorian and recognition as Top Professional Police Driver. These accomplishments reflect his dedication, professionalism, and commitment to servin...

Wilson County Fire Marshal Carl Fowner has officially become a Licensed Peace Officer in the State of Texas. Fowner recently graduated from the nine-month program at the San Antonio College Law Enforcement Academy, earning the distinction of Class Valedictorian and recognition as Top Professional Police Driver. These accomplishments reflect his dedication, professionalism, and commitment to servin...

On Oct. 5, trustees with the Floresville Independent School District (ISD) chose a homegrown administrator as the lone finalist to be the district’s new superintendent. We invited Assistant Superintendent of Operations and Student Services Michael “Mike” Schroller, a 1992 graduate of Floresville High School, to share a bit about himself with the community, as he prepares to lead the district that...

On Oct. 5, trustees with the Floresville Independent School District (ISD) chose a homegrown administrator as the lone finalist to be the district’s new superintendent. We invited Assistant Superintendent of Operations and Student Services Michael “Mike” Schroller, a 1992 graduate of Floresville High School, to share a bit about himself with the community, as he prepares to lead the district that...

WACO — Wilson County Commissioners John “Scott” Akin, Pct. 4, and Russell King, Pct. 2, were recently honored for their completion of a voluntary advanced course of study on county government, “Commissioners Court Advanced Curriculum.”Each received a Certificate of Achievement from the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas, sponsor of the advanced curriculum program, at the associat...

WACO — Wilson County Commissioners John “Scott” Akin, Pct. 4, and Russell King, Pct. 2, were recently honored for their completion of a voluntary advanced course of study on county government, “Commissioners Court Advanced Curriculum.”Each received a Certificate of Achievement from the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas, sponsor of the advanced curriculum program, at the associat...

Joint Base San Antonio invites retired military members of all ranks and branches of service to attend the annual 2026 Military Retiree Appreciation Day at Brooke Army Medical Center on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 8 a.m. to noon. Service members’ families, dependents, caregivers, and surviving spouses are also welcome to attend. This event will provide an opportunity to connect with community resources...

Joint Base San Antonio invites retired military members of all ranks and branches of service to attend the annual 2026 Military Retiree Appreciation Day at Brooke Army Medical Center on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 8 a.m. to noon. Service members’ families, dependents, caregivers, and surviving spouses are also welcome to attend. This event will provide an opportunity to connect with community resources...

Early voting is underway for the Nov. 3 elections. Early voting began Oct. 19 and continues through Friday, Oct. 30. Election day is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Here are the total number of ballots cast so far: • Oct. 19 — 2,050 ballots in total, with 1,220 at the Elections Office in Floresville and 830 at the branch voting location in La Vernia. • Oct. 20 — 1,666 total ballots cast; 996 in Floresville and 6...

Congratulations to the following high school volleyball teams in the Wilson County News coverage area for your bid in the playoffs.   Bi-District   •Falls City v Shiner, Oct. 29, 8 pm, in Nixon •Floresville v Corpus Christi Moody, Oct. 29, 5 pm, at Moody HS •La Vernia v Port Lavaca Calhoun, Oct. 29, 6 pm, George West HS (LV is home team) •Poth v Hondo, Oct. 29, 6 pm, at Floresville HS •Stockdale T...

A faulty switch is the cause of a fire alarm at Floresville High School this morning. Wilson County Emergency Services District 5 (ESD 5) was dispatched just after 10:30 a.m. Thursday morning to the high school for the report of an alarm. Students were evacuated as fire crews responded. Floresville Independent School District has advised the alarm was activated by a faulty switch. The evacuation o...

Early voting is underway for the Nov. 3 elections. Early voting began Oct. 19 and continues through Friday, Oct. 30. Election day is Tuesday, March 3. On the first day of early voting Oct. 19, the Wilson County Elections Office recorded a total of 2,050 ballots: 1,220 at the Elections Office in Floresville 830 at the branch voting location in La Vernia. Early voting continues in these Wilson Count...

Article Link

This past Friday, Oct. 16, was a night filled with pride, excitement, and unforgettable victories as both the Floresville Jaguar varsity volleyball team and the Floresville Tiger football team came out on top against their rivals, the La Vernia Bears! The Jaguar volleyball team delivered an incredible performance, defeating La Vernia 3-1 in a victory that meant so much more than just a win, it was...

The Floresville High School varsity Jaguar volleyball team traveled to Cuero Oct. 13 for a 3-0 win and secured their spot in the playoffs. Jaguars defeated Cuero, 3-0: 25-22, 25-13, and 25-20. Aces: Eliyah Flores 2 Averly Tackitt 2 Blocks: Sabree Woelfler 3 Emily Hutchinson 3 Kills: Averly Tackitt 9 Gabby Valadez 9 Assists: Lailah Fuentes 20 Sabree Woelfler 4 Digs: Lailah Fuentes 3 Eliyah Flores 3...

Floresville cross country ran their District race Oct. 14 at home. Varsity girls and boys each placed second, and junior varsity girls placed first. District results are as follows: Varsity girls Alexis Doege, fourth place, 12:55– Regional qualifier Julessa Rodriguez, 11th, 13:50 Juliana Garza, 12th, 13:52 Tori Cruz, 19th, 14:33 Brooke Ximenez, 22nd, 15:00 Karra Jones, 23rd, 15:02 Varsity boys Kad...

The Floresville High School Jaguar softball team played in week five of Fall Ball against Johnson High School. The Jaguars fought a tough team and came up short. The Jaguars showed their strength against many controversial calls and never gave in. The team returned for week 6 on Oct. 19. Article Link

Article Link

Floresville Youth Basketball registration continues through Nov. 3 for its Spurs Youth Basketball League 2026-27 season. The league is open to children ages 5-12 years. Fees are 5 per player; sibling discounts will apply at checkout if registered together. For more information, to register online, or to volunteer as a coach, visit floresvilleyouthbasketball.org. Article Link

Poth Cross Country teams compete at the District 27-3A meet on Oct. 15 in Stockdale. The day started with high school competition in the morning, and wrapped up with junior high school races in the evening. High school Poth varsity girls won the District championship with 42 points, while San Antonio Cole finished in second place with 46 points. Katelyn Poth finished 3rd overall, Brianna Holder 5t...

Article Link

The East Central Hornets had their five-game winning streak snapped on Friday, Oct. 16, at Warrior Coliseum against the Pieper Warriors with a 62-31 loss in the first-ever meeting between the schools. After falling into a 27-0 hole in the first quarter, the Hornets clawed themselves back into the game with a 21-point second quarter. The comeback ultimately fell short, dropping the Hornets to 5-2 o...