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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.

Police Investigate Threat Made to Ballinger Walmart

Friday, February 6 by Steve Everett

Ballinger police are investigating a threatening phone call made to the local Walmart Thursday night. Police say just after nine o’clock, a male suspect called the store claiming he was on the way with a gun and a pipe bomb and threatened to shoot everyone... Read More.

Runnels County 4-H Sets Fashion Show Entry Deadline

Thursday, February 5 by Steve Everett

The Runnels County Extension Office is reminding 4-H members about the upcoming Runnels County 4-H Fashion Show. The entry deadline is February 20th on the county website or the 4-H online dates are February 24-March 10th. Participants must register using the link found on the... Read More.

Thursday, February 5 by Steve Everett

Ballinger city officials moved Monday night to publicly explain the growing divide between the City of Ballinger, the Ballinger Fire Department, and the Ballinger Volunteer Fire Department. Mayor Darlene Kelly read a prepared letter during the city council meeting at City Hall, outlining why the... Read More.

Outside Help Critical in Ballinger Animal Neglect Case

Thursday, February 5 by Steve Everett

More than 60 dogs and puppies, along with several other animals, are receiving care following a neglect investigation in Ballinger. The Runnels County Sheriff’s Office served a search and seizure warrant early Monday morning at a residential property, with assistance from Humane World for Animals... Read More.

Ballinger Fire Department Swears In Four New Reserves

Thursday, February 5 by Steve Everett

Ballinger officials have welcomed four new reserve members to the Ballinger Fire Department crew. Edward Garcia, Wacey Cason, Cord Bowman and Cody Ralston were sworn in this week as reserve firefighters, joining the department in serving the city and surrounding Runnels County. Reserve firefighters support regular... Read More.

Runnels County 4-H Sets Fashion Show Entry Deadline

Thursday, February 5 by Steve Everett

The Runnels County Extension Office is reminding 4-H members about the upcoming Runnels County 4-H Fashion Show. The entry deadline is February 20th on the county website or the 4-H online dates are February 24-March 10th. Participants must register using the link found on the... Read More.

Texas Schools Required to Notify Parents on Gun Storage

Thursday, February 5 by Steve Everett

Texas public schools are now required to provide parents and guardians with information on the safe storage of firearms. Winters ISD released a notice this week citing a Texas law that makes it illegal to store or leave a firearm where a child could gain... Read More.

Concho Valley Spaceport Feasibility Study Seeks Public Input

Tuesday, February 3 by Steve Everett

The Concho Valley Council of Governments will hold its first public meeting on a potential spaceport in the region. The meeting is Thursday, February 12, at the Concho Valley Transit Annex, 506 North Chadbourne Street. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with the session running... Read More.

The UIL has released its latest school realignments

Monday, February 2 by Steve Everett

The University Interscholastic League released its latest football realignment this morning, setting district matchups for area teams for the next two seasons, spanning the 2026 through 2028 school years. Ballinger moves into District 4 - 2A Division One, joining Big Lake, Christoval, Colorado City, Forsan,... Read More.

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