Wilson County News

Editor: Next year I’ll get a garden in. Here in Kentucky the soil is rich and well-watered, and lawns are green with thick grass. Debie and I have now been here two weeks today. We are making this small house our retirement home and putting up a 1/2-acre fence for our dogs. Y’all know I’m a firm believer in what I call “divine logistics.” Based on what I’ve seen, most neighbors here in this ’hood...

Editor: When we retired, we decided to move to Texas. I had served in the USAF in San Antonio and fell in love with Texas. We had the whole U.S. to pick from but we chose Wilson County, Texas, because of its beauty and fantastic people. We specifically chose the wonderful rural setting north of Stockdale because we wanted to be away from the noise and crowded conditions of city living. Now we face...

Editor: When we retired, we decided to move to Texas. I had served in the USAF in San Antonio and fell in love with Texas. We had the whole U.S. to pick from but we chose Wilson County, Texas, because of its beauty and fantastic people. We specifically chose the wonderful rural setting north of Stockdale because we wanted to be away from the noise and crowded conditions of city living. Now we face...

We all know what it’s like to live in this beautiful part of South Texas! Get ready to capture a photo for this year’s South Texas Photo Contest, and tell the story of life in South Texas. Readers who share their “Signs of South Texas” treasures in this Wilson County News contest will have a chance to win prizes. How it works Entries submitted will be posted once a week online, where they can be v...

We all know what it’s like to live in this beautiful part of South Texas! Get ready to capture a photo for this year’s South Texas Photo Contest, and tell the story of life in South Texas. Readers who share their “Signs of South Texas” treasures in this Wilson County News contest will have a chance to win prizes. How it works Entries submitted will be posted once a week online, where they can be v...

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In this year of the 250th anniversary of the birth of the United States of America, Irene Hernandez Roberts shares information about an ancestor who supported the American War for Independence. Maria Ana Curbelo was one of 18 ranch owners in what would become Wilson County who contributed to cattle drives from 1779-83 to provide meat for Spanish and allied forces opposing the British along the Gul...

In this year of the 250th anniversary of the birth of the United States of America, Irene Hernandez Roberts shares information about an ancestor who supported the American War for Independence. Maria Ana Curbelo was one of 18 ranch owners in what would become Wilson County who contributed to cattle drives from 1779-83 to provide meat for Spanish and allied forces opposing the British along the Gul...

This recipe for a quick and easy weeknight family dinner comes from State Sen. Judith Zaffirini. She enjoys sharing recipes with folks in Senate District 21 in her weekly newsletters. Ground Beef and Rice Skillet 1 lb. ground beef 1 onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup long grain white rice 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. ground cumin 2 Tbsp. tomato paste 24.5-oz. can dic...

This recipe for a quick and easy weeknight family dinner comes from State Sen. Judith Zaffirini. She enjoys sharing recipes with folks in Senate District 21 in her weekly newsletters. Ground Beef and Rice Skillet 1 lb. ground beef 1 onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup long grain white rice 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. ground cumin 2 Tbsp. tomato paste 24.5-oz. can dic...

Mark your calendars for a “Books & Brew” tasting event at the Jane Yelvington McCallum La Vernia Library, at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7. Hosted by the Wilson County Public Libraries and Camden’s Adventure Zone, the event will include five different coffee samplings and books that fit along with the flavors. La Vernia Library is located inside of Camden’s Adventure Zone, located at 2954 F.M. 7...

Mark your calendars for a “Books & Brew” tasting event at the Jane Yelvington McCallum La Vernia Library, at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7. Hosted by the Wilson County Public Libraries and Camden’s Adventure Zone, the event will include five different coffee samplings and books that fit along with the flavors. La Vernia Library is located inside of Camden’s Adventure Zone, located at 2954 F.M. 7...

Friends of the Wilson County Public Libraries will host “Purse Bingo with Friends” on Saturday, April 18, 1-3 p.m., in the Wilson County Expo and Community Center. General admission tickets are in advance, or at the door and include 20 color coded game cards, a dauber, door prize ticket, and access to a DIY Taco Bar. Reserved tables for 4 or 8 are also available, as well as VIP reserved tables. Fo...

Friends of the Wilson County Public Libraries will host “Purse Bingo with Friends” on Saturday, April 18, 1-3 p.m., in the Wilson County Expo and Community Center. General admission tickets are in advance, or at the door and include 20 color coded game cards, a dauber, door prize ticket, and access to a DIY Taco Bar. Reserved tables for 4 or 8 are also available, as well as VIP reserved tables. Fo...

The La Vernia Intermediate Fitness Club invites community members of all ages to “Fitness Through the Decades” at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7. Watch the La Vernia Intermediate Fitness Club present fitness from the 1940s through the 1980s. The event, hosted by Coach Deanna Wegehaupt, Kelly Henkes, and Grant Sommers, is free at the La Vernia High School Auditorium, 225 Bluebonnet Road in La Vernia. A...

The La Vernia Intermediate Fitness Club invites community members of all ages to “Fitness Through the Decades” at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7. Watch the La Vernia Intermediate Fitness Club present fitness from the 1940s through the 1980s. The event, hosted by Coach Deanna Wegehaupt, Kelly Henkes, and Grant Sommers, is free at the La Vernia High School Auditorium, 225 Bluebonnet Road in La Vernia. A...

The local La Vernia Area A&M Club will be hosting the time-honored tradition of Aggie Muster on Tuesday, April 21, at American Legion Post 539 in St. Hedwig. This family-friendly event will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a social. A brisket dinner will be served at 6 p.m., and the Muster ceremony will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are for adults and for youth. Children 6 and under are free. Tickets can be...

The local La Vernia Area A&M Club will be hosting the time-honored tradition of Aggie Muster on Tuesday, April 21, at American Legion Post 539 in St. Hedwig. This family-friendly event will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a social. A brisket dinner will be served at 6 p.m., and the Muster ceremony will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are for adults and for youth. Children 6 and under are free. Tickets can be...

Bring your visiting family members out to a night of dancing at the Falls City Community Hall and celebrate Easter this Saturday, April 4, from 8 p.m. to midnight. Seguin’s award-winning band, “Clint Taft and the Buckwild Band,” will be back to perform their amazing variety of country and party music with line dancing at the intermissions. The hall is located at 306 W. Front St. (U.S. 181) in Fall...

Bring your visiting family members out to a night of dancing at the Falls City Community Hall and celebrate Easter this Saturday, April 4, from 8 p.m. to midnight. Seguin’s award-winning band, “Clint Taft and the Buckwild Band,” will be back to perform their amazing variety of country and party music with line dancing at the intermissions. The hall is located at 306 W. Front St. (U.S. 181) in Fall...

Notes from his foster family: Dolly is a truly special girl with the sweetest soul. She is currently our longest shelter resident and we don’t understand why. Even after spending a long time in the shelter (which can be tough on any dog), she has remained incredibly loving, gentle, and well-mannered. Her resilience and kind heart shine through in everything she does. About Dolly: •Great with other...

Notes from his foster family: Dolly is a truly special girl with the sweetest soul. She is currently our longest shelter resident and we don’t understand why. Even after spending a long time in the shelter (which can be tough on any dog), she has remained incredibly loving, gentle, and well-mannered. Her resilience and kind heart shine through in everything she does. About Dolly: •Great with other...