Bosque County Blast

Listen in for your Tuesday Newsday. For our feature stories today, we'll talk to Kirk Turner, who recently was hired on for the title of Bosque County Emergency Coordinator. Listen in for his past experience and how he feels about joining county operations. We caught up with Paul Hardcastle of Meridian Grassroots and the Meridian TX Parks Board of Directors. Work on the Chisholm Trail Plaza i...

Listen in for your Tuesday Newsday. For our feature stories today, we'll talk to Pamela Harvey, who officially retired last Friday after 37 years with the City of Clifton. We also caught up with Jessica Hill of the Foundry in Valley Mills, who told us about a special dinner with proceeds benefitting the Valley Mills Police Department and the Valley Mills Volunteer Fire Department. You'll...

Welcome back to the Tuesday Newsday! For our feature stories today, we'll talk to organizers and those that enjoyed the Tractor Pull in Clifton last Saturday, You'll hear from some members of the Clifton Lions Club about a pavilion touch-up, and attendees at the Bosque Museum for Christmas in July. We've got some special announcements, including a fundraiser for Bosque County Footba...

Listen in for a jam-packed episode with stories and a ton of news briefs. You'll hear from Ed and Nena Rieser of the Corner Drug Cafe on how they adapted last year, and a new big step for this Clifton icon. Sherry Conrad details tips for those looking to attract hummingbirds and other colorful flyers to your backyard. We caught up with Mike Merski about a bass fishing tournament to benefit th...

Listen in for a jam-packed episode with stories, news briefs, and special announcements from our sponsors. First up, you'll hear from Cheri Paroulek of P4 Farm Custom Creations, about the business she owns and operates out of Meridian. You'll hear from Cambria Blanton of Bosque Animal Rescue Kennels about a video gone viral, with more than a million hits for the local shelter. We caught...

In this episode, we take a final look at the 70th Annual, Clifton Texas Rodeo. Though it was the first rodeo for some, it was the last for others. Listen in for the full story and remember, you can still find our seven rodeo stories by searching "Clifton Rodeo" on bosquecountyblast.com.  Special shout out to our sponsors, including First Security State Bank, Clifton Feed and Service, The...

In this episode, we sit down with Marcia Ball of Austin, who gives us a sneak peak at she and the band's musical style, and the upcoming show at the Bosque Arts Center Saturday, July 10. Listen in for a special episode of the Bosque County Blast featuring this Texas (and Louisiana) favorite.  Support the show

In this episode, we celebrate fair officials, youth participants, organizers and countless others over the course of the five-day Central Texas Youth Fair in 2021. Listen in for interviews from FFA Chapters including students from Cranfills Gap, Clifton, Meridian, Iredell, Valley Mills, and more area schools. You'll hear from many that participated in contests, including judges, 4-H youth, an...

In this episode, you'll hear from many in Valley Mills during the Fourth of July Celebration at the Park. A huge crowd, and the biggest parade that many have ever seen head through downtown, where awards, festivities, family activities and special honors for a 100-year-old resident took place at the Santa Fe Park. Fireworks took place later, after the rain had passed. Listen in for local even...

Listen in for news and events around Bosque County. In this episode, we feature Chris Anderson of Bosque County Emergency Management on why he's stepping down as Emergency Management Coordinator. You'll also hear from Pam Hardcastle on big news for the Meridian Public Library and City of Meridian. We've got some important messages, local events, and the arrest report before heading...

Listen in for news and events. In this episode, we talk to Angela Smith of Clifton Main Street about bids for repair going out for the historic auction barn building at Legacy Park. We visit with some at the recent car show in Clifton, and even talk to a rodeo organizer about how the festivities turned out a week ago for the 70th Annual Rodeo. Tune in for local news, events, and more. We've g...

Listen in for news in a special business-focused episode. For our lead story, you'll hear the owners of Simple Simon's Pizza in Meridian talk their return to the area last year, supply chain woes across America, and even what makes this Italian Pie place unique.  John Price has a unique solution to trap entire packs (sounders) of feral hogs, so he told us the rundown of how the whole sys...

Listen in for news from across the county in Bosque. For our lead story, you'll hear from county officials and those involved at the return of a statue to a pedestal at the top of the Bosque County Courthouse. We talk some local events, specials and feature businesses. Last, but not least, we talked to the Feed the Fire band, owners, and more at Clifton Feed and Service during a big event las...

Listen in for news from across the county in Bosque. For our lead story, you'll hear from the the chair and participants at the Bosque Museum Clay Shoot Fundraiser held Saturday. A total of 17 teams, volunteers, and sponsors made the event happen, with a lot of fun had to boot. We'll talk to John Edwards of the National Championship Barbecue Cookoff about a big fundraiser event to benefi...

Listen in for a jam-packed episode full of local news from Clifton, Meridian, Valley Mills and beyond. For our feature stories today, you'll hear from Cody Evans of 7E Mobile Wash & Detail about the different approach he's trying to the car wash.  Listen to talk from vendors at both the Bosque Farmers Market and Clifton Farmers Market. We also caught up with three high school seniors...

Listen in for a jam-packed episode full of local news from Clifton, Meridian, Valley Mills and beyond. For our feature stories today, we take a look at the huge turnout for the Clifton  Bosque Tour De Norway and Clifton Chamber of Commerce, those that organized it, and participants along for the ride. You'll hear from Director Lorana Rush of the Bosque Arts Center Tin Building Theater before...

In this episode, you'll hear from many at the final race of Spring for the Healthy Kids Running Series. Five dates went off without a hitch, with trophies, medals and awards granted at the old football field near the Armory in Clifton City Park. Mother's were honored with carnations from Blossom Shoppe Etc, and lunch provided by Breaking Bread with water from Chad Church. We've got...

In this episode, you'll hear from Michael Tennant, playwright of and lead actor for the performance of "Bad Medicine" at the Bosque Arts Center in Clifton Texas. The show is set for the Tin Building Theater under the direction of Lorana Rush. Listen in for some stories of how the playwright ended up as the lead actor, where the story came from, and what's in store for the first...

We've put together an episode of upcoming events for this weekend, next week and beyond, in addition to a look at local weather across the area. Watch out for a special episode coming up on Monday featuring those involved with "Bad Medicine" at the Tin Building Theater. Listen for news of Farmers Markets in Valley Mills, Clifton and Meridian this weekend, and much more.  Support the...

Listen in for an episode with special stories from across the county, in addition to upcoming events. For our feature stories today, you'll hear from many who headed to Walnut Springs for a birthday bash and celebration of the summer weather. We talked to Spydie of Rattlesnake Ballroom, Representatives of Bosque Animal Rescue Kennels, Dustin of Cobratec Knives, and even members of Zak Webb Mu...

Listen in for an episode with special stories from across the county, in addition to upcoming events. For our feature stories today, you'll hear from Spydie of the Rattlesnake Ballroom on events co-hosted with BARK, Country Artist Sarah Hobbs to take the stage, and even a crawfish boil. We'll take a last look at local events for this week and what's coming up May. Last but not least...

Listen in for an episode with special stories from across the county, in addition to upcoming events. For our feature stories today, you'll hear from Chelsea Dorward of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office about a bird hunter's field education day in Walnut Springs, in which a new flooded cornfield setup will attract ducks and more. The project can be drained or flooded at will. Y...

Listen in for an episode with special stories from across the county, in addition to upcoming events. For our feature stories today, you'll hear from 4-H Program Assistant Marc Arnold about some upcoming annual fundraising events. He breaks down the rules for a fundraiser and sponsorship opportunity in Bosque, with funds to benefit 4-H Youth Camps, projects, and scholarships. We talk to a Bra...

Listen in for an episode with special stories from across the county, in addition to upcoming events. For our feature stories today, you'll hear from Michelle Morris about some plant tips this Spring, and an upcoming class at Clifton Feed and Service. You'll hear about what happened last time, as well as what's in store. Listen for an update from one candidate running for Mayor in t...

Listen in for an episode with special stories from across the county, in addition to upcoming events. For our feature stories today, you'll hear from Susan Stephens about the BAC Pottery Guild's upcoming sale, what the group has been up to and what it's all about. Listen for an update on the new disc golf course along City Park in Clifton from Parks Board member Brent Grelle.  Last,...