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Nation Remembers September 11 Attacks

Thursday, September 11 by Steve Everett

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.

Week Three Showcase: Ballinger, Winters, Miles Among Local Teams in Key Football Matchups

Thursday, September 11 by Steve Everett

It’s week three in Texas gridiron action, and local teams hit the road and home under the Friday night lights. Ballinger heads to Brady for a 7 p.m. kickoff, looking to keep their win streak intact. Winters is on the road at Iraan at 7,... Read More.

Saturday Events for All-School Reunion

Tuesday, September 9 by Steve Everett

The All-School Reunion celebration continues Saturday, September 13, with a full slate of activities for returning alumni. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. at the Junior High Gym, followed by class pictures and an Ex-Bearcat Band reunion. At 11:30, alumni will gather at the high... Read More.

Ballinger All-School Reunion Returns Friday & Saturday

Tuesday, September 9 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger All-School Reunion kicks off Friday, September 12, with a full day of events welcoming alumni back home. The celebration begins at 10:30 with a pep rally in the high school auditorium, followed by a meet and greet at the Junior High Gym.... Read More.

Ballinger Man Killed in Runnels County Crash, DPS Confirms

Monday, September 8 by Steve Everett

A 33-year-old Ballinger man died in a single-vehicle crash Saturday night in Runnels County, the Texas Department of Public Safety confirms. At around 8:35 p.m., authorities responded to County Road 287, about seven miles west of Ballinger, where a westbound pickup veered off the road... Read More.

BALLINGER NATIVE HONORED IN TEXAS 4-H “4 UNDER 40”

Sunday, September 7 by Steve Everett

A Ballinger native is being recognized among the best and brightest Texas 4-H alumni. Dr. Dottie Goebel, daughter of Bubba and Jane Cook of Ballinger, has been named to the prestigious “4 Under 40” list by the Texas 4-H Clover Club. The award honors... Read More.

Distinguished WISD Alumni Reception & Dinner

Sunday, September 7 by Steve Everett

Winters High School will honor its 2025 Distinguished Alumni with a reception and dinner on Thursday, Sept. 25, at 6 p.m. in the Winters School Cafeteria. Current and former alumni will receive complimentary tickets by mail. Additional tickets are available for $25 per person... Read More.

Friday Night Scores Rrom September 5

Sunday, September 7 by Steve Everett

Catching up on the local high-school football action from Friday, September 5th, Ballinger squeezed past Christoval Friday night with a 13–6 victory. Miles shut out Sterling City 20–nothing. Winters struggled on the road, falling to Munday 49–0. Bronte rolled over Rule in a 50–nothing... Read More.

Friday Night Lights Around the Agri-Plex

Thursday, September 4 by Steve Everett

High school football kicks off across the Agri-Plex tonight with several big matchups on the schedule. The Ballinger Bearcats hit the road to face the Christoval Cougars in a 7 o’clock kickoff. Also at 7, the Winters Blizzards travel north to take on Munday,... Read More.

Ballinger Council to Vote on Budget, Tax Rate

Thursday, September 4 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger City Council meets Monday evening, September 8, with a busy agenda. The council will hold public hearings on the city’s proposed budget for the 2025 fiscal year, as well as a proposed property tax rate of just under 57 cents per 100... Read More.