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Ballinger audit shows stable finances, strong utility growth

Friday, March 27 by Steve Everett

The City of Ballinger is now fully current on its financial reporting, with the release of its fiscal year 2025 audit. Auditors issued a clean opinion, finding the city’s financial statements fairly presented and in line with standard accounting rules. Overall net position rose to... Read More.

BALLINGER, COUNTY REACH AGREEMENT ON STREET PAVING AFTER DISPUTE

Thursday, March 26 by Steve Everett

The City of Ballinger and Runnels County are moving forward together after last year’s dispute over road paving responsibilities. Runnels County Commissioners voted unanimously January 27th to approve a new interlocal agreement with the city. Under the deal, Ballinger will handle street preparation work, including... Read More.

Ballinger Cleanup Effort Earns Regional Recognition

Wednesday, March 25 by Steve Everett

The recent citywide cleanup effort in Ballinger is being called the most successful in recent memory by City Manager Lindsey Guyoso, and it’s now drawing attention across the region. Guyoso said the large dumpsters placed throughout the city were filled to capacity multiple times during... Read More.

A powerful piece of Texas history is making its way to Runnels County.

Wednesday, March 25 by Steve Everett

A powerful piece of Texas history is making its way to Runnels County. The Alamo Letter Society is leading a statewide effort to place bronze replicas of Victory or Death letter written by William B. Travis at courthouses across all 254 Texas counties. The famous letter—penned... Read More.

Tornado Drill Across The Area, April 1st

Wednesday, March 25 by Steve Everett

The National Weather Service in San Angelo is urging schools, businesses, and residents across West Central Texas to take part in a tornado drill next week. The drill is scheduled for Wednesday, April first at 10 a-m as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week, which... Read More.

City Park Splashpad Upgrades

Wednesday, March 25 by Steve Everett

Ballinger residents will soon have more time to cool off, as work is underway on a new fence around the city’s splash pad. City officials say the upgrade will allow the splash pad to operate independently from the pool, meaning it can stay open... Read More.

Trial Delayed in Montana Double Homicide Case Involving Runnels County Man

Wednesday, March 25 by Steve Everett

A previously scheduled trial date has now been pushed back in the case of a Runnels County man accused in a deadly Montana shooting. Twenty-three-year-old Ty Allen Turney was originally set to go to trial May 18th, but that date is now expected to be... Read More.

2026 Runnels County Ag Day, Thursday, April 2nd

Tuesday, March 24 by Steve Everett

Runnels County agricultural producers and residents are invited to the 2026 Runnels County Ag Day, Thursday, April 2nd at the Miles Young Farmers Building. The event begins at 9am with registration and booth visitation, followed by educational programs for both producers and homeowners. Producer sessions will focus... Read More.

Bulk Pickup Scheduled in Winters

Sunday, March 22 by Steve Everett

Residents in Winters can start clearing out unwanted household items as the city’s bulk pickup gets underway this week. Pickup is scheduled for March 23rd, 24th, and 27th. Officials say crews will collect up to five large items per household, including furniture, mattresses, appliances, and... Read More.

Ballinger Cleanup Effort Continues—Residents Urged to Take Advantage of Warm Weekend Weather

Thursday, March 19 by Steve Everett

The City of Ballinger’s citywide cleanup campaign continues through Sunday, March 22nd, and officials are urging residents to take full advantage of the beautiful, warm weather expected this weekend. After a strong start Tuesday, city leaders report all four dumpsters placed across Ballinger were filled... Read More.

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