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Burglary At Former Higginbotham Building

Quick action by the Ballinger Police Department led to the arrest of a burglary suspect less than 12 hours after a break-in at Higginbotham Brothers on September 17th. Officer  Emily Sanders—fresh out of training—spotted surveillance footage that helped identify the suspect and his vehicle. A... Read More.

Friday Night Lights In The AgriPlex

It’s a full slate of high school football this Friday across the Agriplex. Ballinger hits the road to face Brady — fans can catch all the action live on 1400 KRUN-AM and streaming at krunam.com. Winters travels to Iraan, Miles hosts Eldorado after last week’s long... Read More.

SCAM ALERT IN RUNNELS AND TOM GREEN COUNTIES

Law enforcement is warning residents across Runnels County and surrounding communities to be on alert for a phone scam involving someone impersonating a U.S. Marshal. Police say the caller claims you have an active warrant tied to Runnels County cases, but that he is... Read More.

Runnels County Cotton Field Day Set for October 2

Farmers and ag professionals will gather for the 2025 Runnels County Cotton Field Day on Thursday, October 2nd, beginning at 9 a.m. The cotton plots are located between Ballinger and Rowena on Paul Minzenmayer’s farm just off Highway 67. The event, which offers two continuing... Read More.

Talpa VFD Annual Fundraiser Set for October 11

The Talpa Volunteer Fire Department will host its annual fundraiser on Saturday, October 11. The event begins at noon and continues until sold out. A $15 plate includes a pulled pork sandwich, chips, a cookie, and a drink. This year’s fundraiser also features a raffle... Read More.

Help Clean Up Ballinger

The City of Ballinger will hold its annual Citywide Cleanup October 10th through the 15th. Allowed items include furniture, appliances without freon, junk, lawnmowers, tin, metal, and bedding. Household trash, construction debris, car parts, and tires will not be accepted. Curbside pickup is available for... Read More.

Love Our Parks & Want toMake A Difference?

Love our parks and want to make a difference? The City of Ballinger is now accepting nominations and volunteers for its Parks & Recreation Board. If you’ve got ideas, energy, and a passion for improving Ballinger’s parks and public green spaces, the Board would... Read More.

Nation Remembers September 11 Attacks

Americans are remembering the September 11 terrorist attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people in 2001. Hijacked planes struck the World Trade Center in New York, the Pentagon near Washington, and a Pennsylvania field when passengers fought back. The tragedy reshaped national security, created the... Read More.