Wilson County News

Janie Luna, along with Robert and Esmeralda Sanchez, all of Poth, traveled to Buenos Aries, Argentina, to visit Alfred Luna. Their vacation included many tourist sites including Vina del Mar, Chile, where they visited the Flower Clock. 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....

“I found this recipe in a box of recipes and newspaper clippings that came to me after my grandmother died,” said Wilson County News Editor Nannette Kilbey-Smith. The recipe for “Blackeyed Peas, Spanish Style” was included in the “Sara’s Swap Shop” column by Sara Spano in The Columbus, Georgia, Ledger, dated Nov. 10, 1971. “My dad’s mother, Marie Orr Whitlock, was a wonderful cook,” Nannette said....

“I found this recipe in a box of recipes and newspaper clippings that came to me after my grandmother died,” said Wilson County News Editor Nannette Kilbey-Smith. The recipe for “Blackeyed Peas, Spanish Style” was included in the “Sara’s Swap Shop” column by Sara Spano in The Columbus, Georgia, Ledger, dated Nov. 10, 1971. “My dad’s mother, Marie Orr Whitlock, was a wonderful cook,” Nannette said....

The community is invited to the American Legion Post 539 annual picnic fundraiser on Sunday, May 17, at 14410 F.M. 1346 in St. Hedwig. Plates will include barbecue brisket and sausage with all the trimmings for . Serving begins at 10:45 a.m. and will continue while supplies last. Plates can be enjoyed on site or to go. Desserts will be available for purchase. Also included will be a silent auction...

The community is invited to the American Legion Post 539 annual picnic fundraiser on Sunday, May 17, at 14410 F.M. 1346 in St. Hedwig. Plates will include barbecue brisket and sausage with all the trimmings for . Serving begins at 10:45 a.m. and will continue while supplies last. Plates can be enjoyed on site or to go. Desserts will be available for purchase. Also included will be a silent auction...

Join San Antonio River Authority staff on a nature hike this Friday, May 15, to explore the nocturnal flora and fauna that call John William Helton San Antonio River Nature Park home. Learn about native plants and wildlife in a fun and exciting way in the park, located north of Floresville. You never know what you will find, so plan now to join these wildcard night hikes through this amazing natur...

Join San Antonio River Authority staff on a nature hike this Friday, May 15, to explore the nocturnal flora and fauna that call John William Helton San Antonio River Nature Park home. Learn about native plants and wildlife in a fun and exciting way in the park, located north of Floresville. You never know what you will find, so plan now to join these wildcard night hikes through this amazing natur...

The Alamo Chapter of the 1st Marine Division Association will hold its 2026 Sporting Clay Shoot on Saturday, May 23, at the National Shooting Complex, 5931 Roft Road in San Antonio. Registration for the shooting competition will start at 8 a.m., and shooting will begin at 9 a.m. Entry fee is 0 per five-person team. Shooters must provide their own gun, ammunition, and eye and ear protection. 4-H an...

The Alamo Chapter of the 1st Marine Division Association will hold its 2026 Sporting Clay Shoot on Saturday, May 23, at the National Shooting Complex, 5931 Roft Road in San Antonio. Registration for the shooting competition will start at 8 a.m., and shooting will begin at 9 a.m. Entry fee is 0 per five-person team. Shooters must provide their own gun, ammunition, and eye and ear protection. 4-H an...

This beautiful girl has been waiting for her forever home since November, and we can’t believe she’s still here. Blanca is about a year and a half old and has come such a long way since arriving at the shelter. When she first came in, she was very shy and didn’t want anyone to touch her. Now? She wants ALL the cuddles and affection she can get! Blanca is great with other dogs, loves to play, and w...

This beautiful girl has been waiting for her forever home since November, and we can’t believe she’s still here. Blanca is about a year and a half old and has come such a long way since arriving at the shelter. When she first came in, she was very shy and didn’t want anyone to touch her. Now? She wants ALL the cuddles and affection she can get! Blanca is great with other dogs, loves to play, and w...

The Floresville Independent School District (ISD) board of trustees has officially accepted the resignation of Superintendent Jason Gilstrap, effective at the end of June. Gilstrap, who will be transitioning to serve as deputy superintendent at Comal ISD, has served as superintendent in Floresville for five years.  “On behalf of the board, we thank Dr. Gilstrap for his leadership and dedication to...

Unofficial Results from Wilson County Early Voting Locations: May 18-22 Main Location: Wilson County Courthouse Annex III-Elections Office, 1103 4th St., Bldg. B, Ste. 101, Floresville Monday, May 18 – Friday, May 22, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. BRANCH Location: No branch in La Vernia for this election. •For Bexar County locations, visit https://www.bexar.org/1568/Elections-Department   Election Day Polling Loc...

The Floresville High School Tigers varsity baseball team took the Bi-District win against Cuero in two games, as the Tigers continued the playoff tradition. The Tigers hosted game one at home April 29, which was met with lots of spirit from Tiger fans. The Tigers took the lead early on in game one, but Cuero tied up the game 2-2. The Tigers battled with the Gobblers until the final innings to win...

Making history at Floresville High School is junior tennis athlete William Marshall. That’s because he won the UIL 4A Regional Tennis Championship April 18, at the Alamo Heights Tennis Center to Qualify for the 4A Tennis State Championship bracket. This is the first appearance for Floresville High School in the State tennis tournament for boys singles. William’s road to State was led by his first-...

Floresville High School track and field athletes competed at Regionals May 1-2 in Kingsville. Competing at Regionals were: •Carley Lang, long jump •Alexis Scott, 400-meter •Alexis Doege, 800-meter •Nora Felan, 3200-meter and 1600-meter •Teegan Smolka, shotput •Ethan “BB” Williams, discus •Story Maldonado, 110-meter hurdles, 300-meter hurdles •Lucky Juarez, pole vault •Cole Cervera, 200-meter •Maso...

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The Floresville High School varsity Tigers baseball team hosted Senior Night following their Bi-District playoff game one against Cuero April 29. The seniors were recognized along with their parents after taking the win, 5-2. Congratulations! Article Link

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Confirmandi gather April 20 at the altar in St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Stockdale, following their confirmation by San Antonio Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller, MSpS. Celebrating are (l-r) Calvin Cowey, Kierstyn Fey, Jacob Vasquez, Confirmation Instructor Carmen Kuhlman, Gabriella Lerma, Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller, MSpS, Jacob Oviedo, Deacon Mike Jendrusch, Rick Ayala, Father Pius Ezeigbo,...

Congratulations to the baseball teams in the Wilson County News coverage area for making it to the playoffs. Area •Floresville TBD •La Vernia vs Davenport: Game 1: May 7, 6 pm, at Long Creek HS Game 2: May 8, 6 pm, at Long Creek HS Game 3: if needed, May 9, 12 pm, at Long Creek HS •Poth v Lytle: Game 1: May 7, 7 pm, at SAISD Complex Game 2: May 8, 7 pm, at SAISD Complex Game 3: May 9, if needed, 2...

Congratulations to the softball teams in the Wilson County News coverage area for making it to the playoffs. Regional Semifinals •East Central vs Clark – Game 1: May 7, 6 pm, Northside Softball Complex Field No. 2, 7001 Culebra Rd., San Antonio Game 2: May 8, 5 pm, same location Game 3: if needed, 30 min. after game 2 •Poth TBD Area •East Central def. Harlingen, 2-0Game 1: def. Harlingen, 4-2, Apr...

The Polish American Council of Texas (PACT) is honored to announce the winners of their 2026 Essay Scholarship Contest: •Brady McClure of Poth, who will be attending the University of Incarnate Word •Chloe Cureton of Hockley, who will be attending Williams Baptist University •Antoni Krakowiak of Houston, who attends Texas A&M University •Eryka Marshall of Tomball, who attends Texas A&M Uni...

The Texas 4-H Youth Development Program invites incoming ninth through 12th grade 4-H members to apply by May 15 for “On the Road with Food Science” summer learning camp at Texas Tech University. During the June 16-18 camp, participants will explore food science careers through behind-the scenes tours, industry speakers, hands-on activities, and leadership development opportunities. The applicatio...