Bosque County Blast

In this episode, we talk to new Executive Director Erin Shields of the Bosque Museum, visit a costume contest and pumpkin patch at Bosque Animal Rescue Kennels, and talk to a firefighter of Meridian ISD about recent events in the area. We spoke to Clifton Police Chief Trace Hendricks, Coach Wade Morton of Meridian Athletics, parade organizers and many more. Listen in for your local arrest report,...

In this episode, we talk to Lynne Dahl of @Clifton ISD about the art she creates with alcohol ink, Homecoming Plans for Clifton ISD, and the final Rancher Wrap on beef cattle in Bosque County from Clifton Feed and Service. We talk sports with Coach Wade Morton of @jacketsting and look at other school from around the county. We have your local arrest report from the Bosque County Sheriff's Off...

In this episode, we talk to Kali of 5th Street Spa about what she and others do at the new location that opened at the beginning of September. We also speak to Judy Boston on behalf of the Bosque County Patriots about an upcoming parade, remind everyone that eager readers still await letters at Lutheran Sunset Ministries, and also present plans for a big event at Uncle Gus Marina and Resort. Last...

In this episode, we talked to Doug and Mary Ann Davis of Meridian Leather and Saddlework on what they do and how it all came about. We’ve got school news from county ISDs, homecoming plans, and what’s going on around the county. We’ll take a look at football scores for week 5, with homecoming planned at Cranfills Gap and Walnut Springs. Last, we head to the scene of a barbecue dinner and auction t...

In this episode, we talk to local business owner Tony Honea about a project supported by community members, BARK, and Bosque County Spay Neuter. We'll look at local news briefs, the third in our series of four Rancher Wraps from Steve at Clifton Feed, and some guests that are drilling a water well for a landowner in the Valley Mills area. They've stayed at the Screen Door Inn in Clifton,...

In this episode, we visit the John A. Lomax Amphitheater in Meridian, Texas for a special dedication ceremony, take a look at local events at Uncle Gus Marina and an art contest open to Bosque residents, and a dead zebra discovered by a landowner looking for who's responsible. We take a look at football games last week, games this week, and the local arrest report. Support the show

In this episode, we talk about a big adoption extravaganza that area shelters took part in, football matchups this Friday, local event changes due to COVID-19 and an indictment on a murder in Clifton, investigate by the Bosque County Sheriff's Office and Clifton Police. We'll also talk about options for help with food in Clifton, fun events planned at Bosque Animal Rescue Kennels, and mo...

In this episode, we talk to Meridian Band Director Nate Boyer about the upcoming competitions for the Band of Gold, hear an update on the BAC event that began this morning, and catch up on the big event at the Meridian Amphitheater September 19. We hear from Steve Conrad of Clifton Feed and Service for our Rancher Wrap segment on raising cattle in the county. We talked to Coaches Megan Styron and...

In this episode, we head to the First Responders appreciation dinner to hear from members of the Meridian Volunteer Fire Department and many other. North Bosque EMS, Sheriff Anthony Malott, and other departments weigh in on the importance of the event. We also talked to many first responders on-scene at the 9-11 Tribute held at the Bosque County Courthouse. Area departments were represented with t...

In this episode, we visit the Clifton Lions Club for a live recorded edition of the Bosque County Blast. We interview Secretary Renee Kettler and President Tom Henderson to find out the scoop on a big club event happening this year, some history of the organization, and the traditions of the club. Tune in our special first remote podcast.  Support the show

In this episode, we take an extended look at Labor Day and fishing Lake Whitney, the beef industry in Bosque County in a special Rancher Wrap series, and 4-H Programs. We've received information on registration and a returning course for youth this year. We provide the local arrest report, in addition to a sports overview of what happened in Clifton and Meridian in week 2. Last, we head to th...

In this episode, we talk to witnesses of a recent house fire that Meridian Volunteer Fire Department responded to, and follow-up with Bosque County Emergency Management Coordinator Chris Anderson about the fires this year in the county. We also talked to Donna Jarman of the Bosque Arts Center's Civic Music Association and guitarist Van Wilks about the upcoming Blues and Burgers Part II. You&a...

In this episode, we highlight members of the Bosque County Community in remembering Wallace Sedberry. We talked to members of the Clifton Volunteer Fire Department, Trace Hendricks of the Clifton Police Department, Bobby Taylor of Brookshire's where Sedberry worked for years, and Bryan Davis of the Bosque Arts Center. This is a follow-up from our feature segment from last Thursday's epis...

In this episode, we sit down with M.J. Hegar. She's working towards victory against incumbent candidate John Cornyn in the 2020 election race. She broke down the platforms of her campaign, her background in the military and rural Texas, and the 2020 Election.   Support the show

In this episode, we talk to Lynne Dahl of Clifton Volunteer Fire Department about fire safety in dry times ahead. We speak to Dietra Deal of Uncle Gus' Marina & Resort about those seeking shelter from Hurricane Laura that arrived, and deliver your local news briefs. We also talk to Coaches Wade Morton of Meridian ISD and Chuck Caniford of Clifton ISD about week 1 of football season. The B...

In this episode, we talk to community members across Clifton about the impact and recent loss of Wallace Sedberry. As a firefighter, worker, and performer at the Bosque Arts Center's Tin Building Theatre, he touched the lives of many and knew nearly all. We talked to Jackie Merski of Bosque Animal Rescue Kennels, take a look at local sports events coming up today and tomorrow, and hear from B...

In this episode, we head to Meridian State Park to talk a new trail there, home to a unique variety of wildlife. We also talk to Amy Arthur of Lutheran Sunset Ministries on a new pen pal program there. We'll hear everything you need to know about hunting and fishing licenses from Steve Conrad of Clifton Feed, in addition to our coverage of the big celebration Saturday at Uncle Gus Marina and...

In this episode, we talk to Karen Hughes of the Bosque Arts Center on the Bosque Art Classic. We also spoke to Activities Director Brett Voss of the Meridian Parks & Recreation Department, and heard from Head Coach Megan Styron of Meridian ISD on the volleyball season this year. The Blast caught up with Clifton ISD's Head Volleyball Coach Paige Poth on their season, and we talked to Marc...

In this episode, we sit down with Senior Campaign Manager/Advisor Steve Munisteri. He works to ensure victory in Senator John Cornyn's 2020 election race. Since the Senator is busy at work, he broke down the platforms of Cornyn's campaign, background and the 2020 Election.   Support the show

We sat down with Danny Ragsdale, running for the title of Bosque County Sheriff. Listen in for our interview and his take on the issues of Bosque County.  Support the show

We sat down with Trace Hendricks, running for the title of Bosque County Sheriff. Listen in for our interview and his take on the issues of Bosque County.  Support the show

Today, we’ll take a look at River Street Roost in Meridian, and talk to John Cornyn’s Senior Campaign Advisor. The long time senator will face MJ Hegar in November. We also spoke to Paige Key of the Clifton Chamber of Commerce about adapting business to increase revenue during COVID-19. We talked to Ed and Phyllis Rieser of the Screen Door Inn on what it means to take a work-cation. We also visite...

In this episode, we talk to Scott Conrad of Clifton Feed and Service. He describes deer health and nutrition, and why feed is necessary for those looking to breed stock or raise the biggest-antlered deer. From high-fenced ranches and why corn could be toxic to deer, Scott breaks it down from the top. The store offers plenty of deer feed for deer ranchers or even hunters looking to attract bucks, a...

In this episode, we talk to Billy Hall, John McPeek, and Bryon Grounds about the upcoming election in November for Bosque County Commissioner Precinct 1. We asked each candidate questions and put their answers together for a special on the issues affecting Precinct 1 and Bosque County as a whole. Listen in to get informed and make a decision on who you should vote for.   Support the show

Welcome back to your News Blast Podcast. Today, we talk to Scott Conrad from Clifton Feed and Service, and take a trip to First United Methodist Church in Clifton to visit with Pastor Mary Gene Cope and Richard Posey. We also interview the three candidates running for County Commissioner Precinct 1; Billy Hall, John McPeek, and Bryon Grounds. Clifton Police Chief Trace Hendricks weighs in on a rec...