Wilson County News

A suspect in an April 25 theft is still at large. The suspect, Gilbert Salazar, has a warrant out for his arrest for his alleged involvement in a theft at the Tractor Supply Co. store at 540 10th St. (U.S.181) in Floresville. Identified from a security camera video in the store, Salazar is described as a Hispanic male with a large neck tattoo that extends across his midsection. If you have informa...

Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor’s Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Department of Public Safety •May 16, Bradley R. McCall, 34, of Adkins was arrested in the 200 block of Wood Valley Drive north of Floresville and charged with three counts of intoxicated...

The following defendants were among those listed on recent dockets for the 81st District Court in Wilson County: •Brenda R. Pierce, 54, of Stockdale pleaded nolo contendere (no contest) May 12 to a charge of credit or debit card abuse, after allegedly using a credit or debit card without the consent of its owner in October 2024. She was sentenced to two years in a Texas Department of Criminal Just...

When the remains of a fallen soldier arrive from overseas, a dignified transfer of the body takes place — usually — at Dover Air Force Base, the primary port mortuary for U.S. military personnel killed in action. Perhaps you’ve seen a ceremony or two on television. It is a tearful and tragic event, a solemn and choreographed moment undertaken by military carry teams who transfer flag-draped casket...

On April 23, the Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners (WCEMGs) had the wonderful opportunity of having Dr. Calvin Finch present on monarch butterflies and milkweed. Free milkweed plants and seeds were provided to everyone in attendance! The next monthly meeting and presentation will be on Thursday, May 28, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Wilson County Justice Center Annex, 800 10th St. in Floresville....

A red pickup truck’s make and model are unrecognizable after it crashed into the corner of a metal fence May 22 in the 6900 block of S.H. 97 east of Floresville. “It was a one-vehicle crash,” Texas Department of Public Safety Highway Patrol Sgt. Brandon Biggins told the Wilson County News. “The driver apparently drifted off.” A Wilson County District 1 Fire & Rescue team removed the passenger...

For 3-1/2 years, Poth High School’s Career & Technical Education (CTE) class has diligently dreamed, planned, and raised money to create and build a CTE Courtyard located on the high school campus. And this year, the dream came to fruition. The Courtyard consists of a covered pavilion, barbecue pits, a swing, and a cornhole game. During the process, the students had hands-on experiences in wel...

Congratulations to Poth High School junior Grace Holloway for winning the gold medal May 18 at the UIL State competition! Grace is the 3A State Champion in Headline Writing, one of several Journalism events! She’s not only competed in headlines, now she’s making them! Article Link

Jesse Ramos with the Floresville Masonic Lodge No. 515 presents a Lamar Medal May 8 to Brandi Ramon, an 8th grader at Poth ISD. Mirabeau Lamar is considered the Father of Public Schools in Texas and the Lamar Medal is given in his honor annually to a 7th and 8th grader in both Poth and Floresville school districts. Brandi also received a gift card. Article Link

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FLORESVILLE — Shannon Ridge subdivision residents are preparing for the next steps in their fight against a proposal to flush treated sewage through a dry creek bed near them into the San Antonio River. The sewer lines would run through the existing Shannon Ridge subdivision north of Floresville, as proposed by HK Bella’s Ranch LLC. The Bella’s Ranch developers — slated for 1,020 lots with home si...

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You wouldn’t believe me if I did. The Treasury Department takes [post_excerpt].8 billion ([post_excerpt].776 billion, to be exact) from the Judgment Fund, a fund that is used to pay settlement claims without congressional approval, and sets it aside for partisan payoffs. What’s being called the “anti-weaponization fund” will pay claims of President Donald Trump partisans, like the January 6 rioter...

On Monday, two teenagers killed three men at the San Diego Islamic Center, then killed themselves. What a pointless spasm of violence it was. It took a few days for The New York Times to flex their rhetorical muscles and blame conservatives. On the top left of Thursday’s front page, the headline read: “Islamophobia Spreads Fast, As Does Fear: Mosque Attack Reflects Rise in Overt Hatred.” The secon...

To the Editor and residents of Floresville, Re: “Muñoz on July 4 event: ‘We’ll honor a contract if it’s there,’” May 20 My name is Krista Scott, and I am one of the directors of The Market in Floresville. I am writing because our residents, vendors, and small business owners deserve transparency regarding recent changes surrounding the City’s July Fourth event and decisions that impacted local ven...

Editor: Re: “Muñoz on July 4 event: ‘We’ll honor a contract if it’s there,’” May 20 The City of Floresville appreciates the passion and investment our local business owners and community organizations bring to the community events, especially the upcoming annual Independence Day celebration. Events like these are an important part of our community identity and provide an opportunity to support loc...

Editor: Maureen Galindo’s despicable, ignorant, antisemitic comments have no place in Texas or the United States. I am aghast that a Democratic candidate in the Congressional District 35 runoff would articulate such an outrageous message of bigotry and hatred of Jews. Her words do not reflect our Texas Democratic Party’s beliefs or values in any way, shape, or form. Senate District 21, which I rep...

Editor: I was at a local tractor dealership yesterday and had a casual conversation to counter, “Get any rain? Yep, 12 inches and counting! Enough? Nope! When is it enough? Never.” Most folks don’t necessarily depend on rain to survive, but we should be eternally grateful for rain, no matter the quantity. Would that I be God and heard such an ungrateful comment as “never enough,” what would be my...

FLORESVILLE — A local middle school student will be taking the international stage to compete in martial arts this October. She’ll be part of Team USA International Combat Organization, competing in France! Sofia Agquiz, 12, began training in martial arts when she was five years old. Her father, Enrique Agquiz, who is from the Philippines, began instructing her. “My dad has been a dedicated instru...

Do you enjoy stories about Texas, or reading works by Texas authors? Then you’re in luck! Check out the Wilson County Public Libraries Second Book Festival on Friday and Saturday, June 5-6, in Floresville. Friday’s schedule runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Sam Fore Jr. Public Library, 1103 Fourth St., will be bursting with authors and their works as the l...

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Msgr. Frank Kurzaj, known to many as “Fr. Frank,” visited Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Floresville May 11 — where he once served as the parish priest — to celebrate a Mass to commemorate his birthday and the 50th year of his 75th ordination to the priesthood. After the Mass, a potluck reception was held in the parish hall with many parishioners wishing Fr. Frank a happy birthday and wishing him...

Do you remember Pelican’s Wharf restaurant in San Antonio? The eatery was located on N.E. Loop 410; there were also locations in Corpus Christi and Austin. If you remember the restaurant, you may also recall the Pelican’s Cheesecake! The restaurant may have been lost to time, but the cheesecake recipe doesn’t have to go the same way. This recipe is in Recipes for the Diner’s Delight, a collection...

Dance to Tommy Hooker and the Floresville Opry House Band on Thursday, June 4, from 6-9:15 p.m. in the Wilson County Expo and Community Center. Doors open at 5 p.m. General admission is . Reserved tables, which seat eight, are available for 0. Proceeds benefit the Wilson County Historical Society. Guests can sit down to a grilled pork steak dinner provided by Outlaw Catering for per plate. Dessert...

Pack your tent, grab your gear, and join the San Antonio River Authority for a free outdoor camping experience at Helton Nature Park near Floresville Friday through Sunday, June 5–7! Helton Nature Park is located at 15662 F.M. 775, a few miles north/northwest of Floresville. Sign up at https://www.sariverauthority.org/event/june-2026-free-campingweekend/. Campsites are limited to a maximum of eigh...