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The spectacular Dewees-Remschel House was the setting for the May 12 Floresville Musical Club meeting. The final meeting of the season was called to order by President Barbara Trevino. After offering a prayer, special guests, including Ruby Garcia from That Southern Draw and Barbara’s daughter, Erika Trevino, were introduced. Musical Club and Historical Club member, Sarah Gella, was thanked for re...

Take your photo with the Wilson County News at a famous landmark or location. Email it, along with names, information, and your phone number, to reader@wcn-online.com. If it is published, you may visit the WCN office to claim your prize. Article Link

Take your photo with the Wilson County News at a famous landmark or location. Email it, along with names, information, and your phone number, to reader@wcn-online.com. If it is published, you may visit the WCN office to claim your prize. Article Link

Enjoy an afternoon of bingo, food, and fun on Sunday, June 7, with American Legion Auxiliary Unit 539 at 14290 F.M. 1346 in St. Hedwig. Doors of the Legion Hall open at 2 p.m., prior to the start of bingo at 3 p.m. Four sessions of eight games will be played, with a short break between the second and third sessions. Card costs vary. Only cash or checks will be accepted. Food will be available for...

Enjoy an afternoon of bingo, food, and fun on Sunday, June 7, with American Legion Auxiliary Unit 539 at 14290 F.M. 1346 in St. Hedwig. Doors of the Legion Hall open at 2 p.m., prior to the start of bingo at 3 p.m. Four sessions of eight games will be played, with a short break between the second and third sessions. Card costs vary. Only cash or checks will be accepted. Food will be available for...

Enjoy a morning filled with classic cars, custom trucks, and live music in downtown La Vernia at the Cars on Chihuahua Car & Truck Show on Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cactus Country will provide the music and food trucks will be on hand with a variety of eats. Car enthusiasts are invited to participate in the show. For information and to register, go to visitlaverniatx.com/pages/ca...

Enjoy a morning filled with classic cars, custom trucks, and live music in downtown La Vernia at the Cars on Chihuahua Car & Truck Show on Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cactus Country will provide the music and food trucks will be on hand with a variety of eats. Car enthusiasts are invited to participate in the show. For information and to register, go to visitlaverniatx.com/pages/ca...

The Teatime Murder Mystery game returns to the Sam Fore Jr. Wilson County Public Library in Floresville on Saturday, June 13. Two games will be hosted from 1-5 p.m. Doors open at noon. Tickets are .52. For information and to purchase tickets, go to wilsoncountylibrary.org/teatimemurdermystery or call 830-393-7361. The library is located at 1103 Fourth St. in Floresville. Article Link

The Teatime Murder Mystery game returns to the Sam Fore Jr. Wilson County Public Library in Floresville on Saturday, June 13. Two games will be hosted from 1-5 p.m. Doors open at noon. Tickets are .52. For information and to purchase tickets, go to wilsoncountylibrary.org/teatimemurdermystery or call 830-393-7361. The library is located at 1103 Fourth St. in Floresville. Article Link

The City of Floresville is partnering with Stomping Ground Ventures Inc. and the Lonestar Mower Racing Association (L.S.M.R.A) to bring the community an evening of high-speed fun, family entertainment, and hometown excitement on Saturday, June 13, at the Lawnmower Races benefiting Stomping Ground Ventures. The races will take place at the Floresville Event Center arena. Enjoy competitive lawnmower...

The City of Floresville is partnering with Stomping Ground Ventures Inc. and the Lonestar Mower Racing Association (L.S.M.R.A) to bring the community an evening of high-speed fun, family entertainment, and hometown excitement on Saturday, June 13, at the Lawnmower Races benefiting Stomping Ground Ventures. The races will take place at the Floresville Event Center arena. Enjoy competitive lawnmower...

The newly constructed tracks of the Union Pacific and the Central Pacific railways were first linked at Promontory Point, Utah, on May 10, 1869. In celebration, Leland Stanford, the president of Central Pacific, drove a golden spike symbolically completing the job. On his first swing, he missed the spike, drawing gales of laughter from the experienced railroad workers looking on. This misfire was...

The newly constructed tracks of the Union Pacific and the Central Pacific railways were first linked at Promontory Point, Utah, on May 10, 1869. In celebration, Leland Stanford, the president of Central Pacific, drove a golden spike symbolically completing the job. On his first swing, he missed the spike, drawing gales of laughter from the experienced railroad workers looking on. This misfire was...

If you are interested in preserving World War II aircraft, honoring veterans, and sharing history, now is the time to join the “Tex” Hill Wing of the Commemorative Air Force. The wing, which is conducting a membership drive through June 30, offers frequent activities related to the preservation and showcasing of vintage aircraft, and educating the public about them. There are even opportunities to...

If you are interested in preserving World War II aircraft, honoring veterans, and sharing history, now is the time to join the “Tex” Hill Wing of the Commemorative Air Force. The wing, which is conducting a membership drive through June 30, offers frequent activities related to the preservation and showcasing of vintage aircraft, and educating the public about them. There are even opportunities to...

Andy has been at the shelter since January and is ready to bust out and find his forever family! This cute boy is the total package – friendly, well-mannered, and eager to please. Andy has a big personality packed into a smaller frame and definitely believes he’s much bigger than he really is! He has a little “small dog syndrome” and will happily stand guard over his favorite people as if he’s a g...

Andy has been at the shelter since January and is ready to bust out and find his forever family! This cute boy is the total package – friendly, well-mannered, and eager to please. Andy has a big personality packed into a smaller frame and definitely believes he’s much bigger than he really is! He has a little “small dog syndrome” and will happily stand guard over his favorite people as if he’s a g...

Ken Paxton and Carlos De La Cruz, Republican Party candidates endorsed by President Donald Trump, garnered the top votes in Wilson County to help both appear on November ballots in Texas. Paxton outpolled incumbent Sen. John Cornyn in Wilson County and across the state. Wilson County voters also helped De La Cruz overcome John Lujan to secure the Republican candidacy for new U.S. House District 35...

Law-enforcement personnel and first responders are on the scene of a single-vehicle rollover accident on U.S. 87 near Wiseman Lane at the southern La Vernia city limits.     Drivers are urged to approach the area with caution.     The rollover occurred just before 9:30 a.m.     Personnel with the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office and crews with Bexar County Emergency Services District 12, and others,...

Law-enforcement personnel and first responders are on the scene of a single-vehicle rollover accident on U.S. 87 near Wiseman Lane at the southern La Vernia city limits.     Drivers are urged to approach the area with caution.     The rollover occurred just before 9:30 a.m.     Personnel with the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office and crews with Bexar County Emergency Services District 12, and others,...

East Central Independent School District is inviting professional educators to explore job opportunities at its upcoming Summer Career Fair as the district prepares for the 2026–27 school year. The event will take place on Wednesday, June 3, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at Oak Crest Elementary School, 7806 New Sulphur Springs Road in San Antonio. Career day attendees will have the opportunity to: •Meet sch...

The Floresville Tiger baseball team traveled to Seguin on Wednesday, May 20, and Thursday, May 21, for games one and two of the Regional Finals series. In game one, the Tigers struggled at bat, but were strong defensively. Junior Jacob Guevara pitched in game one and was able to stop the Wimberley Texans from adding points to the board. The Tigers lost game one to the Texans, 1-5. On Thursday, the...

South Texas Coaches Association (STCA) All-Star boys basketball showcase game, May 16, in Floresville. Red Team defeated Blue Team, 85-75. Roster Red Team, coached by Floresville’s Robert Brooks: Logan Pawlik, Floresville Sammy Rodriguez, Floresville Walker Brandon, La Vernia Ethan Dye, La Vernia Omar Abundis, Nixon-Smiley Antonio DeHoyos, Poth Koy Moczygemba, Poth Article Link

South Texas Coaches Association (STCA) All-Star girls basketball showcase game, May 16, in Floresville. Red Team defeated Blue Team, 70-50. Roster Red Team:Libby Lee, Falls CityLaynie Ruple, Falls CityAlissa Hilario, FloresvilleLacey Matney, La VerniaKatelyn Dugi, PothBerklie Urbanczyk, PothBrianna Tomerlin, Stockdale. Article Link