Wilson County News

The Seguin Art League invites artists in grades 9-12 to participate in its 16th annual High School Art Show. Artwork will be accepted on Thursday, April 30, 4-6 p.m., in St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church McKeogh Hall, located at 201 E. Nolte in Seguin. An awards reception will be held Saturday, May 2, from 2-4 p.m. For information and a prospectus, vist seguinartleague.com or call 830-491-0778. Articl...

With only three games remaining in District play, the Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustangs are in a familiar and important position — sitting in fourth place and clinging to the final playoff spot. As the regular season comes to an end, every game becomes critical for the Lady Mustangs, who are working hard to secure a postseason spot. The top four teams in District move on to the playoffs, and Nixon-Smiley...

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The Nixon-Smiley Mustang varsity tennis team delivered a strong performance at the District meet, highlighted by Garet Gonzales, who took second place in Varsity Boys Singles and earned a spot in the Regional tournament. Gonzales worked his way through a tough bracket to finish as the runner-up, earning the title of Regional qualifier. He will represent the Mustangs at the Regional tennis tourname...

The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs competed well at the District golf meet in Victoria, finishing fifth as a team with a total score of 447. Leading the way for the Mustangs was Gavin Garcia, who posted a round of 108. Garet Gonzales followed closely with a 109, while Jax Wynne turned in a 113. Julian Amaya added a 117 for Nixon-Smiley, and Chris Mejia rounded out the team scoring with a 125. The Mustangs...

As the District schedule moves into the second round, the Nixon-Smiley Mustangs find themselves exactly where they need to be — sitting in fourth place and firmly in control of their playoff destiny. With the top four teams moving on to the postseason, the Mustangs have positioned themselves to make a run at a baseball playoff spot, a goal that has stayed a main focus of the program all season. Af...

Firefighters from Wilson County District 1 Fire & Rescue and Nixon Volunteer Department douse a fire March 31, which scorched approximately one acre of ground and construction materials in the 100 block of C.R. 481 in Pandora. “Witness reports and evidence on scene suggested that the fire was accidentally started when an authorized person on the property was using power equipment to disassembl...

[Video below] A standing-room-only crowd gathered March 30 at Kosciusko Community Hall as Wilson County residents voiced growing concerns over a wave of proposed industrial developments that could reshape large portions of the county. The community information meeting, hosted by the Wilson County Resource Preservation Project (WCRPP), quickly turned into a detailed presentation by fellow resident...

“I want to thank everyone for the happy birthday cards and the gifts that they gave for my 100th birthday,” Victoria “Vicki” Yamin Franco said. “And thank the little kids for their drawings in the cards.” Vicki, a U.S. Marine Corps and Korean War veteran, had one very specific birthday wish — she hoped to receive 100 birthday cards in honor of her hundredth year of life. “I think they said yesterd...

What started as a simple morning walk for a retiree with his dog on the morning of Dec. 1, 2025, became a 37-hour battle of fighting for his life. Jim Chaconas, a 78-year-old Floresville man, says he owes his life to the helpfulness of a friend and neighbor. Chaconas is a Vietnam veteran, who served in the U.S. Army. He also was a policeman in Baltimore, Md., for 32 years before he retired and he...

After public outcry, a physical border wall through Big Bend National Park appears to be on hold, The Texas Tribune reported. In February, the Trump administration waived more than two dozen environmental laws in order to clear the way for a 150-mile-long wall through West Texas, including Big Bend and the adjoining state park. Opposition quickly arose from people and politicians from both parties...

Wilson County is preparing to honor its rich history and heritage with the upcoming Wilson County History and Heritage Festival, scheduled for Saturday, April 18, in Floresville. Organized by the Wilson County Historical Commission, this event will be a vibrant celebration of the people, businesses, and families who have shaped the community over generations. Admission is free to the Wilson County...

Applications are being accepted for residents at the Frank M. Tejeda Texas State Veterans Home in Floresville. The home, which opened in 2000, is a long-term care residence with specialized memory support that can accommodate up to 160 eligible Veterans, spouses, and Gold Star Parents in Texas. To apply, go to https://shorturl.at/bAMoi Located in the Floresville area, the Frank M. Tejada Texas Sta...

ABILENE — The Libertarian Party of Texas will kick off the 2026 convention season April 10-12 in Abilene. The biennial convention of the third-largest political party in Texas will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention Center at 500 Cypress Street. Over 300 Libertarian delegates, guests, and vendors from counties all over Texas will assemble under the theme of “New Fronti...

Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock said state sales tax revenue totaled billion in March, 10 percent more than in March 2025. The majority of March sales tax revenue is based on sales made in February and remitted to the agency in March. Total sales tax revenue for the three months ending in March 2026 was up 6.9 percent compared with the same period a year ago. Sales tax is the largest source...

WCN “Meeting Watches” present highlights from recent meetings of some area entities; not all entities, or their actions or discussions, are included here. View WCN’s video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/. Wilson County Memorial Hospital District (Connally Memorial Medical Center) Meeting: Regular meeting, March 19, 6:58-8:13 p.m., executive session, 7:55...

Dear Dave, I have two cars. One is paid for, and I owe ,000 on the other. These are my only vehicles. I’d like to sell the one I still owe money on, but no one wants to pay enough to cover the balance. I make ,000 a year, and I also have enough money in savings, with plenty left over, to cover the difference on one of the offers. Still, I was wondering if there’s a rule of thumb to determine wheth...

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The Wilson County Office of Emergency Management, in partnership with the National Weather Service, will host a Severe Weather and Flood Training for the community on Thursday, April 16, from 6-7:30 p.m. in Floresville. The training — which is free and open to all — will take place at the Wilson County Emergency Operations Center, 802 10th St. in Floresville. At this event, participants can learn...

A space next to China Grove City Hall will be dedicated as the Eagle Scout Picnic Area on Saturday, April 11, with several activities between 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. The picnic area is in a shaded space behind the parking lot at City Hall, at 2412 F.M. 1516 S. in China Grove. It was installed with five picnic tables and barbecue pits as part of an Eagle Scout project several years ago, according to...

The La Vernia Municipal Development District will host the Launch La Vernia Job Fair Event on Wednesday, April 15, from 5-8 p.m. at Cams Event Center. Students, job seekers, and community members are all welcome to meet local businesses, explore job openings, and learn about career and education opportunities. Entry is free. Local businesses and organizations are invited to set up a table to share...

Wilson County 4-H and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension will hold a Rabies Vaccine Clinic on Sunday, April 12, from 2-4 p.m. at Deason Animal Hospital, 1712 D St. in Floresville. All vaccines will be available upon request and may be paid by cash or check only. Proceeds will benefit the Wilson County 4-H Council. For more information, call Wilson County AgriLife Extension Office at 830-393-7357. Ar...

The East Central Independent School District (ISD) is proud to announce its 2026 Teachers of the Year, recognizing educators who are making a meaningful impact in classrooms across the district and Leading the EC Way. These honorees represent excellence in instruction, strong relationships with students and families, and a commitment to results that support student success. District and Level Teac...

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Looking for plants to fill your vegetable garden? Plan to spend Saturday, April 11, at the Polley Mansion near La Vernia, as the Guadalupe County Master Gardeners host a plant sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Most of the plants available for purchase will be vegetables and herbs. Attendees also can enjoy guided tours of the historic mansion and explore the Heritage Garden. The Polley Mansion is located...