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A proposed hyper scale data center to be built northeast of San Angelo

Tuesday, January 6 by Steve Everett

A proposed hyper scale data center to be built northeast of San Angelo is drawing both economic interest and community concern from area residents. Dallas-based Skybox Datacenters is seeking to build the facility on roughly 350 acres of city-owned land near U.S. Highway 67... Read More.

Near-record warmth and gusty winds are expected across the AgriPlex

Tuesday, January 6 by Steve Everett

Near-record warmth and gusty winds are expected across the AgriPlex, creating elevated fire weather conditions for Ballinger and surrounding rural communities, according to the National Weather Service. Afternoon highs will reach the upper 70s to lower 80s this week, nearly 20 degrees above normal for... Read More.

KRUN-AM Launches Special Series on 2026 Laws and Rural America

Monday, January 5 by Steve Everett

Starting Tuesday, KRUN-AM 1400 will launch a special news series taking a closer look at the new laws and policies shaping 2026 — and what they mean for rural America. Over five days, we’ll break down new Texas laws, major federal legislation, and how those... Read More.

The Runnels County Livestock Show January 14-17

Monday, January 5 by Steve Everett

The Runnels County Livestock Show returns next week, January 14-17, bringing together 4-H and FFA students from across the county for four days of competition and community tradition. The annual event begins Wednesday with the arrival and weigh-in of cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs.... Read More.

The Ballinger Lady Cats and Bearcats are back on the court Tuesday night

Monday, January 5 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Lady Cats and Bearcats are back on the court Tuesday night as they take on rival Winters in District 8-2A basketball action at Joe Forrester Gym. This is a big rivalry matchup between two schools located just 15 miles apart, and bragging... Read More.

The Ballinger Girls Softball Association is kicking off 2026

Monday, January 5 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Girls Softball Association is kicking off 2026 and they need volunteers to keep the season rolling. The league, run entirely by local helpers, is looking for board members to fill key roles, including concessions, maintenance, social media, fundraising, and umpire coordination. No... Read More.

Rainbow Trout Stocked in Concho River for Holiday Fishing

Monday, December 29 by Steve Everett

Local anglers in the Agri Plex have a new reason to grab a fishing pole as 2025 comes to a close. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has stocked rainbow trout in the Concho River just ahead of the end of the year. The fish... Read More.

Cold Front Brings Chilly Start to New Year’s Week After Warm Holiday Stretch

Sunday, December 28 by Steve Everett

The National Weather Service is looking ahead into the final days of 2025, saying changes are coming to our weather. After a mild holiday break, temperatures around the Agri Plex have taken a sharp turn. Monday’s forecast calls for cooler conditions with cloudy skies... Read More.

New Texas Laws Take Effect January First

Sunday, December 28 by Steve Everett

Several new Texas laws take effect January first, with direct impacts on rural communities, county governments, schools, and small businesses. Small businesses will see tax relief as the business personal property tax exemption increases to one-hundred-twenty-five-thousand dollars, removing many rural businesses from paying property taxes... Read More.

City of Ballinger Reminds Residents of Bulk Item Disposal Rules

Tuesday, December 23 by Steve Everett

The City of Ballinger is reminding residents about proper disposal of furniture, mattresses, and other bulk items as part of an effort to keep neighborhoods clean and safe. City officials say bulk items may not be left at the curb for more than three days.... Read More.

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A proposed hyper scale data center to be built northeast of San Angelo

Near-record warmth and gusty winds are expected across the AgriPlex

KRUN-AM Launches Special Series on 2026 Laws and Rural America

The Runnels County Livestock Show January 14-17

The Ballinger Lady Cats and Bearcats are back on the court Tuesday night

The Ballinger Girls Softball Association is kicking off 2026

Rainbow Trout Stocked in Concho River for Holiday Fishing

Cold Front Brings Chilly Start to New Year’s Week After Warm Holiday Stretch

New Texas Laws Take Effect January First

City of Ballinger Reminds Residents of Bulk Item Disposal Rules

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