Wilson County News

View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/. County Commissioners, Aug. 24 Wilson County Emergency Services District 2 (North central Wilson County) Meeting: Budget and tax rate meeting, Aug. 19, 5-5:40 p.m., public hearing 5:15-5:18 p.m., executive session 5:20-5:35 p.m. Actions: •Approved the budget for the 2027 fiscal year as presented •Approved,...

It was only a few years ago when the climate change alarms and green energy fad were all the rage at the White House and corporate board rooms. Former President Joe Biden’s policies were all tilted to ending fossil fuels, and many of America’s biggest corporations embraced the concept of net-zero fossil fuels. This was the movement during the Biden years to eliminate virtually ALL oil, natural gas...

Sen. Darline Graham, Republican of South Carolina, was appointed to serve out her late brother’s term and was endorsed by President Donald Trump in the Republican primary for the full six-year term. Hers is a test in many respects: a test of President Trump’s reach, as well as a test of the value (or stigma) voters attach to experience versus a new face (Sen. Graham is running against Rep. Ralph N...

Editor: Re: “Climate leadership vs. public policy,” Aug. 12 He is beating the dead horse of climate change. The climate will change whether we are here to see it or not. Climate change is something that is mostly out of our hands, although I will agree that trying not to pollute is a worthy goal. The author’s objections are based upon a report from Euronews (basically a left-leaning European versi...

Editor: As data centers rapidly expand across our region to power AI and digital infrastructure, local leaders face a choice — cede control to mega-developers or dictate the terms of our economic future. Blanket moratoriums won’t stop construction. They just push investment to neighboring towns. But welcoming these facilities doesn’t mean writing blank checks. Policymakers need a pragmatic, levera...

On Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026, the 33rd Annual Beaver Roundup was held in the Falls City Community Hall, honoring Falls City High School graduates from years ending in “1” or “6.” Registration and social hour began at 4 p.m. followed by a meal with barbecue, sausage, and all the trimmings. Honor classes were introduced during the program. The Falls City High School cheerleaders and Color Guard added t...

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Henry Brigman of Frisco shared this photo from Stockdale fifth grade, taken in 1948. “I am the little kid on the far right, bottom row, with the horizontal striped shirt,” Brigman said. “Forty students in the picture, and nine absent. When I think of the chore the teacher had, with only a chalkboard, no copy machine, and no assistant, it amazes me how she managed. Oh wait, the teachers all had big...

Susan and Buddy Wolfe of McCoy are observing their 60th wedding anniversary this month. They were married on Aug. 26, 1966, in the Trinity Baptist Church in San Antonio, where they both were lifelong members. Susan and Buddy met at Alamo Heights High School in San Antonio and graduated in 1966 from Southwest Texas State College in San Marcos. It is now Texas State University. Celebrating with them...

Join La Vernia United Methodist Church for an evening of fun at Bingo Night on Friday, Aug. 28. Enjoy bingo, prizes, and complimentary snacks from 6-8 p.m. in the Family Life building. Admission is free. La Vernia United Methodist Church is located at 210 Bluebonnet Road in La Vernia Article Link

Come listen and dance to live classic country music by Bobby Marquez and the Floresville Opry House Band at the Floresville Opry on Thursday, Sept. 3, from 6-9:15 p.m., in the Wilson County Expo and Community Center. Doors open at 5 p.m. Guests can sit down to enjoy a grilled pork steak dinner provided by Malchers Catering for per plate. Attendees are welcome to take their own adult beverages. Set...

Community members are invited to meet new friends while staying active with the La Vernia “Walkie Talkies” on Tuesday, Sept.1, in La Vernia City Park, 222 San Antonio Road, in La Vernia. The fun and friendly walking/running group meets in the park at 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. every other Tuesday, rain or shine. All ages and all abilities are welcome. Article Link

Get your tickets now and support Wilson County firefighters, EMS, law enforcement, and first responders at the Wilson County First Responders Association Wild Game Dinner on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 5-11:30 p.m. in the Wilson County Expo and Community Center, 435 S.H. 97 E., in Floresville. Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. The event also includes an auction, prize drawings, and live music by Mar...

The Seguin Art League will receive entries for its “Goodbye Summer” show on Saturday, Sept. 5, from 10 a.m. to noon, at 104 S. Austin in Seguin. Prizes will be awarded at an opening reception on Wednesday, Sept. 9, from 6-8 p.m. Entries will be on exhibit with works for sale through Saturday, Oct. 10 The show is open to all artists aged 18 and older. The all-media juried show will present awards t...

The Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, Aug. 27, from 6-7:30 p.m. “Grocery Store Orchid Care: Repotting & Reblooming” will be presented by Chelsea Crisler. Meetings, which are free and open to the public, are held in the Wilson County Justice Center, located at 800 10th St. (U.S. 181) in Floresville. For information, call 830-393-7357 or go to...

“Throughout the years I have heard many wonderful sermons which I have forgotten, but one sermon I have seen, and it has remained in my heart until this day. It happened on a Sunday morning when I was on my way to one of the two small congregations in Munich, Germany, on a cold, rainy day in November. “After I got out of bed, I looked through the window which was covered with ice ferns. New, deep...

Congratulations to Poth High School senior Grace Holloway on being named to the 2026 All-State Journalism Staff! This outstanding honor comes after Grace was named State Champion in May in UIL Journalism Headline Writing. Poth ISD is extremely proud to see Grace’s hard work, talent, and dedication recognized at the state level. Well done! Article Link

Homecoming for Poth High School is Friday, Sept. 11, and members of the Poth High School Texas Association for Future Educators (TAFE) will host a Homecoming dance on Saturday, Sept. 12. The dance, open to Poth freshmen through seniors, will take place in the Poth High School gym from 8-11 p.m. Tickets are presale and at the door. Article Link

Poth graduates, the Poth High School Alumni Association wants you! The association is planning the 2026 Alumni Walk, set to take place Friday, Sept. 11, during Homecoming. Alumni from classes of 2016, 2006, 1996, 1986, 1976, 1966, 1956, and 1946 are invited to represent their classes in the Alumni Walk before the football game that night. Participants are asked to assemble on the track at Jack Lan...

Looking for a tiny best friend with a huge heart? Cody is ready to steal yours! At just 1 year old, this adorable Pomeranian– Chihuahua mix is the perfect pint-sized companion. With his soft tan coat, sweet personality, and endless affection, Cody’s favorite place is curled up next to his favorite person. If you’re searching for a loyal little shadow who loves snuggles, Cody is your guy. Cody is r...

Do you remember where you were on Sept. 11, 2001, when you heard about the planes flying into the World Trade Center in New York? It’s hard to believe it’s been 25 years since those events that shook our nation and have continued to shape the world since. The Wilson County News is taking a look back at that day, and the days immediately following 9/11. We invite readers and community members to sh...

Wilson County is now under a burn ban, effective immediately. The Wilson County commissioners enacted a 90-day burn ban today, following recommendations from Wilson County Fire Marshal Carl Fowner, during their Aug. 24 meeting. No outdoor burning is allowed in unincorporated areas of Wilson County through, Sunday, Nov. 22, except for household trash, in a screened receptacle or pit. For more infor...

The search for “Peanut,” a red kangaroo missing from his home in Adkins, continues. Peanut first went missing Aug. 1 from the Whispering Oaks subdivision north of Floresville. (Click here for original post.)  This week, efforts to locate the missing 7-year-old kangaroo have been enhanced by a search and rescue team, said owner Margaret Hosseini-Browder. The team is studying sightings of Peanut and...

On July 23, there was a phenomenal fall gardening horticulture presentation by Jay White, the owner and publisher of the magazine, Texas Gardener. The next monthly meeting and presentation will be on Thursday, Aug. 27, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Wilson County Justice Center Annex, 800 10th St. in Floresville. There will be a special horticulture presentation on orchid gardening by Chelsea Crisler. Th...

With his family beside him, Marco Martinez, 11, a Floresville accordionist who was named Champion of the Rising Stars ages 12 and under, through the Texas Folklife’s “The Big Squeeze” accordion competition, is recognized Aug. 12 by the Floresville City Council for “his outstanding contributions and for representing our community with pride and excellence,” as stated in a proclamation. Presenting t...