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Sheriff’s Office Launches Annual Toy Drive for Runnels County Children

Monday, November 10 by Steve Everett

The Runnels County Sheriff’s Office is once again spreading holiday cheer by collecting toys, clothing, and donations for less fortunate children across the county. The annual Christmas toy drive helps brighten the season for hundreds of local kids, from newborns to age thirteen.Donation drop-off... Read More.

Holiday Lamp Post Contest Lights Up Downtown Ballinger

Monday, November 10 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Area Chamber of Commerce is bringing back one of the community’s favorite holiday traditions — the Downtown Lamp Post Decorating Contest. Businesses, organizations, and individuals are invited to deck out a downtown lamp post with their most creative and festive designs. From... Read More.

Texas 4-H Opens Natural Resources Photography Contest

Sunday, November 9 by Steve Everett

Texas 4-H has announced the 2025–2026 Natural Resources Photography Contest, encouraging members to explore the outdoors through photography. The contest is open to all enrolled 4-H members, as well as volunteers and program assistants. Participants can submit photos in categories such as aquatic science,... Read More.

4-H Hosts Consumer Decision Making Kick-Off in Runnels County

Sunday, November 9 by Steve Everett

The Runnels County Extension Office will host a “Consumer Decision Making” kick-off meeting Tuesday, December 2 at 6 p.m. Youth ages 8-18 are invited to learn about the Texas 4‑H project that teaches how to compare products, judge quality and make fact-based purchases. The... Read More.

Christmas in Olde Ballinger Parade Scheduled for Nov. 29

Thursday, November 6 by Steve Everett

The annual Christmas in Olde Ballinger Parade will take place Saturday, Nov. 29, at 6 p.m. in historic downtown Ballinger. The event features floats, classic and antique cars, community groups, and more, all decorated in the spirit of the season. Following the parade, Santa Claus... Read More.

Ballinger City Council to Certify Election Results, Discuss Development District Monday

Thursday, November 6 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger City Council meets Monday at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall on Railroad Avenue. Council members are set to canvass and certify results from the Nov. 4 general election for mayor and council places one and two, followed by administering oaths of office.... Read More.

Winters ISD Board to Meet November 11

Thursday, November 6 by Steve Everett

The Winters ISD Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting Tuesday, November 11th, at 6 p.m. in the Special Events Center, 603 North Heights in Winters. Trustees will canvass election results, issue certificates of election, and reorganize the board by electing new officers.... Read More.

Young Eagles Event to Honor Veterans in Winters

Wednesday, November 5 by Steve Everett

The first-ever Winters Young Eagles Event will take place Saturday, November 15th at Wes Hays Memorial Airport. Activities begin at 8 a.m. with a flyover to honor veterans, followed by the Young Eagles Program. The event invites kids ages 8 to 18 to sign... Read More.

Runnels County Voters Decide Key Local Races

Wednesday, November 5 by Steve Everett

Unofficial results are in from Tuesday’s elections across Runnels County. Runnels County Elections Officer, Kelly Berry, reported 1,323 votes were cast in Tuesday’s election. In the Ballinger Memorial Hospital District Board race, Mike Dankworth led the field with 499 votes, followed by Carolyn Little with 357,... Read More.

Local Ballinger, Winters, and Runnels County Voters Head to the Polls

Sunday, November 2 by Steve Everett

Local voters in Ballinger, Winters, and Runnels County will join their fellow Texans and head to the polls Tuesday. Voting polls will be open from 7am to 7pm For local voters, in Ballinger, City Council District 1 candidates are Marty Akins and Chad McDuffee. District... Read More.

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Sheriff’s Office Launches Annual Toy Drive for Runnels County Children

Holiday Lamp Post Contest Lights Up Downtown Ballinger

Texas 4-H Opens Natural Resources Photography Contest

4-H Hosts Consumer Decision Making Kick-Off in Runnels County

Christmas in Olde Ballinger Parade Scheduled for Nov. 29

Ballinger City Council to Certify Election Results, Discuss Development District Monday

Winters ISD Board to Meet November 11

Young Eagles Event to Honor Veterans in Winters

Runnels County Voters Decide Key Local Races

Local Ballinger, Winters, and Runnels County Voters Head to the Polls

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