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BALLINGER ENTERS STAGE 3 WATER RESTRICTIONS AS LAKE LEVEL DROPS

Monday, June 16 by Steve Everett

The City of Ballinger has entered Stage 3 water restrictions after Ballinger Lake dropped below 1,658 feet in elevation. All lawn and landscape sprinkler irrigation is now prohibited. Hand watering with a hose is allowed only on designated days, and never between 10 a.m. and... Read More.

BALLINGER WATER SYSTEM TO TEMPORARILY SWITCH TO FREE CHLORINE

Monday, June 16 by Steve Everett

The City of Ballinger will temporarily convert its public water system disinfectant from chloramine to free chlorine, beginning June 18 through July 18, as part of routine maintenance. City officials say the temporary switch—known as a “chlorine burn”—is a standard method to cleanse the system... Read More.

BBQ Benefit Saturday to Support Rebecca Fuentes’ Kidney Transplant Needs

Friday, June 13 by Steve Everett

Saturday, June 14th — join us for a very special BBQ Benefit for Rebecca Fuentes, happening behind the Spring Market at Broadway and Hutchings in Ballinger. Rebecca is in urgent need of a kidney transplant — and your support can make a real difference in... Read More.

UIL Delays Shot Clock Decision Again, Impact on Area Schools Mixed

Friday, June 13 by Steve Everett

The UIL has once again delayed implementing a shot clock for Texas high school basketball. At its summer Legislative Council meeting this week, the Athletic Committee opted to keep studying the issue, despite 32 other states planning to use shot clocks by 2026. For area... Read More.

Outdoor Movie Night Returns to Ballinger

Friday, June 13 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Girls Softball Association invites the community to a special outdoor movie night on Wednesday, June 25. The featured film, Angels in the Outfield, will be shown under the stars at the BGSA Softball Field, located at the corner of 12th Street and... Read More.

FUNDRAISER TO AID SHRINERS HOSPITAL SET FOR JUNE 21 IN ROWENA

Thursday, June 12 by Steve Everett

A community fundraiser to benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children Transportation Department will take place Saturday, June 21, in downtown Rowena. The event is scheduled from 6 to 10:30 p.m. at the Rowena Fillin Station Bar & Grill and will feature cold beer, food, and... Read More.

Pfluger Bill to Block Noncitizen Voting in D.C. Passes U.S. House

Wednesday, June 11 by Steve Everett

A bill authored by Congressman August Pfluger of Texas to prohibit noncitizens from voting in Washington, D.C., passed the U.S. House today with bipartisan support. The legislation repeals the D.C. Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment of 2022, which allowed noncitizens to vote in local... Read More.

50,000 Lone Star Bass Stocked in New Ballinger Lake

Wednesday, June 11 by Steve Everett

Texas Parks and Wildlife officials stocked approximately 50,000 Lone Star Bass fingerlings into New Ballinger lake. The effort is part of a broader conservation program to enhance local fishing and support lake ecosystems. The lake’s abundant shoreline vegetation provides ideal cover for the young... Read More.

Ebb Grindstaff Memorial Golf Tournament Tees Off June 14 to Support Local Scholarships

Monday, June 9 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Noon Lions Club will host the Ebb Grindstaff Memorial Golf Tournament on Saturday, June 14, at the Ballinger Country Club. The three-person scramble begins with a 9 a.m. tee-off and includes 18 holes of play. Entry is $330 per team, with $10... Read More.

DISCOLORED WATER PROMPTS CALLS IN BALLINGER

Monday, June 9 by Steve Everett

Ballinger city officials say recent reports of discolored drinking water are no cause for alarm. According to a notice from the City of Ballinger Water Treatment Plant, the water is safe to drink and meets all EPA primary drinking water standards. The discoloration is linked... Read More.