Wilson County News

The Red, White and Blue Honoring Veterans Art Show will accept art Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Seguin Art League, 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The show is open to members and free for non-member veterans. The show runs until Saturday, July 11. A Veterans Art Talk reception for the show will take place Wednesday, June 17, from 6-8 p.m. Download a prospectus from seguinartleague.c...

Mac is about a year and a half old and has been waiting at the shelter since January for someone to finally choose him. This handsome boy has such a kind soul. He’s sweet, humble, and just happy to be around people. Sometimes the quieter dogs get overlooked, but Mac deserves his chance too. He’s the kind of dog that will be your loyal best friend through thick and thin. Ready to meet your new best...

Former Wilson County Judge Marvin Quinney, 80, has passed away Quinney, a U.S. Army veteran who served in the Vietnam War served as a Texas Department of Public Safety Highway Patrol trooper for more than 25 years. For a short time, after his DPS service, he provided security at the federal courthouse in San Antonio. He was elected Wilson County judge in 1998, and served several terms, retiring fr...

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,...

While closely monitoring the weather forecast, the Poth Independent School District (ISD) and Poth High School senior class have elected to continue with graduation plans at Jack Lane Field, 1201 E. Westmeyer St., as scheduled tonight, May 21.  Ceremonies will commence in the football stadium at 8 p.m. — rain or shine, according to district officials. Attendees should anticipate some limitations a...

The Floresville High School Tiger varsity baseball team took on Robstown in the Regional Semifinals series. This was the Tigers’ third trip to the Regional Semifinals, and the Tigers swept the Robstown Cottonpickers in two games May 14-15. The Tigers put Floresville on the map by taking this series, which was well played in both games. In 2023, the Tigers played in the same series against Robstown...

Floresville High School junior William Marshall competed in the 2026 UIL 4A State Boys Singles Tennis Championship May 7-8 at Annemarie Tennis Center in San Antonio. William had a first-round bye, placing him in the Quarterfinals (Round of 8), where he defeated his opponent from Caldwell High School, 6-0, 6-1, to advance to the State Semifinals. In the State Semifinals (Final 4), William faced an...

Parents, siblings, and friends showed their support with a sendoff May 14 as the Floresville High School Tigers baseball team headed out to face Robstown in the Regional Semifinals series of the playoffs. The Tigers were escorted in fashion by Wilson County ESD 5 initiating their lights and sirens. Parents waved flags, blew horns, and threw confetti showing their support. Parents plan another send...

Floresville High School Track and Field athletes competed against the best in Texas May 14 at the UIL 4A State Track & Field Championships in Austin. Taking the top spot, sophomore Kaden Cypert capped off an incredible season by becoming the UIL 4A State Champion in the 1600-meter run. After finishing seventh at State last year, Kaden put in the work and dedication that secured his Championshi...

Stockdale High School track and field athletes compete at the 3A State Track and Field Meet in Austin May 14. Article Link

The East Central Lady Hornets softball team faced Buda Johnson in one game May 14 to determine the Regional Championship. The Lady Hornets fought hard, but ultimately fell, 4-6. The East Central softball team had a phenomenal season with an overall record of 33-5 and District record of 10-2. Congratulations, Lady Hornets! Article Link

The San Antonio River Foundation invites children ages 7-13 to apply for summer camps at Confluence Park, 310 Mitchell Street in San Antonio. Nature of Art Camp is offered for children ages 7-9 on July 6-10 or July 13-17. During this camp, students will learn about different themes tied to the ecosystem of the river, park, and the communities we live in, and create artwork that reflects their inte...

Falls City High School sent six standout athletes to the 2A UIL Track & Field State Meet held at Mike Myers Stadium in Austin May 15. A season of grit and determination culminated into a day for these athletes to shine, bringing home multiple medals, a third-place team finish, and one State Champion. Congratulations! Article Link

Congratulations to Poth High School senior Brooklyn Albert and freshman Sidney Ortiz, for their impressive finishes at the State Track and Field Meet for 3A girls in Austin May 14. Brooklyn placed fifth in the 3200-meter run and fourth in the 1600-meter run events. This was Brooklyn’s fourth and final appearance at the State meet. Congratulations on an outstanding high school performance! Sidney e...

Congratulations to the athletes from six area high schools named by the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) to the Academic All- State Teams for boys and girls track. East Central Girls track — Aubrey Pew, Elite Team. Falls City Girls track — Laynie Ruple, First Team; Kaci Moczygemba, Libby Lee, Claire Laskowski, and Hayden Mertz, all Second Team; Abby Deleon, Haley Gordon, and Keandra J...

Congratulations to the 19 area high school athletes named by the Texas High School Coaches Association to its Academic All-State Teams for baseball. East Central First team — Patrick Ellison Honorable Mention — Gonzalo Martinez and Joaquin Renteria. Falls City Second Team — Riley Ehrlich. Floresville Honorable Mention — Nolan Westbrook, Chase Schultz, Ryan Salazar, Austin Beyer, and Ryan Street. L...

Get ready for a summer full of flavor, fun, and hands-on cooking adventures, as the Polish Heritage Center at Panna Maria hosts Polish cooking classes for students from the third to 12th grades! Don’t delay — RSVPs are needed by Thursday, May 28! Students can learn traditional Polish recipes, explore cultural traditions, and cook delicious treats to take home. Classes are each; classes are limited...

Applications are now open for the Keep Texas Beautiful Young Texan Ambassador Program, a unique statewide opportunity for youth ages 15-25 to grow as environmental leaders. This nine-month youth environmental leadership program empowers youth to take action by organizing environmental efforts in their local communities. Applications are being accepted through Friday, June 5. For information and to...

Nina McChesney presents a scholarship May 5 from the Floresville Chapter 271 Order of the Eastern Star to Tyler Conn, a senior at Poth High School. Article Link

The Wilson County News annual graduation section, Tomorrow’s Leaders, brings together graduates, parents and area businesses in the spirit of community, and will hit newsstands and subscriber mailboxes on June 10. Now’s the time to celebrate your senior with a graduation ad to be included in this souvenir section that features the class of 2026, recognizing East Central, Falls City, Floresville, K...

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) has named the following students to the Spring 2026 honors lists: •President’s List — Piper Pappas of Stockdale, Jaymie Portwood of Poth, Tyra Wilcox and Wyatt Holdcroft of Floresville, and Elouise Martinez, Wendy Jenkins, Patrick Fields, and Melissa Howard of La Vernia. •Dean’s List — Tabatha Hastings of Stockdale and Mace Wiese of La Vernia. To be named t...

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[Video below] FLORESVILLE — The Floresville Economic Development Corp. board will soon have a new makeup, following changes implemented May 14 by the Floresville City Council. The council approved a new selection policy for boards and committees, allowing every member of the council to appoint a member to a board, committee, or commission. City Manager Andrew Muñoz told the council that the plan w...

On Feb. 28, Chet Eastin was doing what most people do without thinking — sitting at a red light, waiting for it to change. Seconds later, his life changed. “I heard someone honking and looked up,” Eastin said. “Then I saw a dump truck just smash into an 18-wheeler. It sounded like a bomb.” What followed didn’t feel real. “It was like a trash compactor in slow motion,” he said. “I just kept telling...

In a brief special meeting May 11, the Floresville City Council certified the vote totals and declared the winners of the May 2 city council election. Floresville City Secretary Evelyn Garcia announced the results of the canvass of the election returns; the vote totals are as follows: •Mayor — Gloria Morales Cantu, 640; Marissa Ximenez, 523 •Place 1 — Daniel Tejada, 492; Dora Barrera Cantu, 661 •P...