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BALLINGER CHAMBER CELEBRATES YEAR OF PROGRESS AT ANNUAL BANQUET

Friday, February 27 by Steve Everett

A large crowd gathered to celebrate accomplishments in 2025 at the Ballinger Chamber of Commerce annual banquet. Outgoing directors recognized included Kaci Gully of Ballinger Hospital Clinic and Abby Rollwitz of West Texas Rehabilitation Center. Continuing directors introduced were Steve Kelley with Globe Life Family... Read More.

Runnels County 4-H members are wrapping up their 4-H careers on a high note

Friday, February 27 by Steve Everett

Four Runnels County 4-H members are wrapping up their 4-H careers on a high note — with a national championship and scholarship money to show for it. Elizabeth Minzenmayer, Paysley Branham, Olivia Bean and Evan Cave recently capped off a three-year run in the Texas... Read More.

Bearcats Set 2026 Football Schedule, Enter New District

Wednesday, February 25 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Bearcats will open the 2026 football season August 28th on the road at Eastland as they begin a new era in a new district. Ballinger moves into District 4-2A Division I this fall and will face new district opponents including Forsan, Colorado City,... Read More.

Lady Cats Earn Academic All-District Honors

Wednesday, February 25 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Lady Cats are being recognized for excellence beyond the basketball court. Kyndal Rollwitz, Harlee Mikalike, Jayli Guerro, Brayulin Quiroga, Ysee LeBourgne and Ashtyn Wilson have all been named to the District 8-2A All-District Academic Team. Head Coach Nathan Riggins says each young lady was... Read More.

CHAMBER BANQUET SET FOR FEBRUARY 26TH

Thursday, February 12 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual banquet February 26th as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen local business and community involvement. The event, titled “Moments to Celebrate,” will be held at the First Baptist Church Family Life Center. A meet and... Read More.

LADY CATS TO FACE OZONA IN BI-DISTRICT PLAYOFF ROUND

Wednesday, February 11 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Lady Cats are headed to the postseason. Ballinger will take on Ozona in the bi-district round of the UIL Class 2A Division One state basketball playoffs Monday, February 16th at 8 p.m. The game will be played at San Angelo Central High School. The... Read More.

SAFE ROOM REBATE PROGRAM AVAILABLE FOR AREA RESIDENTS

Tuesday, February 10 by Steve Everett

Residents across the Big Country and Concho Valley now have help paying for storm shelters. The West Central Texas Council of Governments has secured a FEMA grant to offer a Residential Safe Room and Storm Shelter Rebate Program. The program reimburses 50 percent of installation costs,... Read More.

BALLINGER ISD ISSUES “STRIKE ONE” WARNING TO SPORTS FANS

Monday, February 9 by Steve Everett

Ballinger ISD is warning athletic spectators that inappropriate behavior could soon cost the district officials — and fans — at school sporting events. In a letter released Monday, district administrators say Ballinger ISD is now at “Strike One” under Texas law after a recent spectator... Read More.

Ballinger Family Displaced After Fire; Investigation Continues

Thursday, January 29 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Fire Department continues to investigate a weekend house fire that destroyed the home of Rudy and Sherry Galvan at 1103 Tenth Street in Ballinger. According to a family member, the fire began at the back of the house near gas lines. Officials say... Read More.

Ballinger Masons Host Pancake Breakfast to Support Junior Livestock Show

Sunday, January 11 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Masonic Lodge Number 643 is inviting the community to a pancake breakfast fundraiser on Friday, January 16, at the Ballinger Community Center. Breakfast will be served from 6 until 10 a.m. at 200 Crosson Avenue. The cost is five dollars per plate, which... Read More.

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Author: Steve Everett

BALLINGER CHAMBER CELEBRATES YEAR OF PROGRESS AT ANNUAL BANQUET

Runnels County 4-H members are wrapping up their 4-H careers on a high note

Bearcats Set 2026 Football Schedule, Enter New District

Lady Cats Earn Academic All-District Honors

CHAMBER BANQUET SET FOR FEBRUARY 26TH

LADY CATS TO FACE OZONA IN BI-DISTRICT PLAYOFF ROUND

SAFE ROOM REBATE PROGRAM AVAILABLE FOR AREA RESIDENTS

BALLINGER ISD ISSUES “STRIKE ONE” WARNING TO SPORTS FANS

Ballinger Family Displaced After Fire; Investigation Continues

Ballinger Masons Host Pancake Breakfast to Support Junior Livestock Show

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