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Winters ISD to Test Drinking Water for Lead

Tuesday, January 20 by Steve Everett

Winters Independent School District is notifying parents and guardians about upcoming testing for lead in drinking water at district facilities. The testing is part of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality’s Lead Testing in School and Child Care Program, which helps schools identify and reduce... Read More.

Winters ISD to Host Trade School and Career Information Night

Tuesday, January 20 by Steve Everett

Winters ISD will host a Trade School and Career Information Night in February, offering families a closer look at workforce and education opportunities beyond high school.The event is set for Friday, February 13th, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Winters Cafeteria, during the... Read More.

Ballinger Youth Baseball Announces Registration and Key Dates

Tuesday, January 20 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Youth Baseball Association is sliding into the new season and reminding families to mark their calendars.Online-only registration opens January 20th and runs through February 6th. Officials say late registration will only be accepted if additional players are needed to fill teams.Draft Day... Read More.

Record Year for Runnels County 4-H and FFA Livestock Show

Sunday, January 18 by Steve Everett

The Runnels County 4-H and FFA Livestock Show and Sale wrapped up a record-setting four-day run last week at the Ballinger Community Center, with every Grand Champion breaking an existing sale record. Grand Champion honors included Braden Hoppe’s steer, bringing $15,000; Royce Cook’s lamb at... Read More.

City of Ballinger Continues Cleanup of Abandoned Properties

Sunday, January 18 by Steve Everett

The City of Ballinger is making steady progress cleaning up abandoned and condemned buildings across town. City officials say removing unsafe structures improves public safety, boosts neighborhood pride, and helps protect property values. Several long-vacant homes and buildings have already been torn down, with... Read More.

Ballinger Cheer Squad Shines at UIL Spirit State Championships

Sunday, January 18 by Steve Everett

Ballinger’s high school cheer team turned in a spirited performance last week at the UIL Spirit State Championships in Fort Worth. Competing January 15–17 at the Fort Worth Convention Center, the University Interscholastic League’s marquee cheer event brings together top squads from across Texas... Read More.

City of Miles Encourages Community Cleanup with Bulk Pickup

Sunday, January 18 by Steve Everett

The City of Miles is encouraging residents to take pride in their community with a citywide bulk item cleanup later this month. Quarterly bulk pickup will take place Saturday, January 24th, 2026, through Republic Services. Residents may place up to five bulk items and... Read More.

Ballinger City Park Board Hosting Mardi Gras Dance February 28

Sunday, January 18 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger City Park Board is inviting the community to celebrate Mardi Gras with a public dance February. . The Mardi Gras Dance is set for Friday, February 28, at the Ballinger Community Center, running from 7 until 11 p.m. The event will feature music... Read More.

TMCN launches new member webinars to support regional community growth

Sunday, January 18 by Steve Everett

The Texas Midwest Community Network — an alliance of more than fifty West-Central Texas communities working together to promote economic and community growth — is rolling out new virtual learning opportunities for 2026. Founded in 1994, TMCN connects local leaders from communities including Ballinger... Read More.

Local School Boards Recognized for Service to Area ISDs

Sunday, January 18 by Steve Everett

January is Texas School Board Recognition Month, and across Runnels County, local communities are honoring the volunteers who help guide public education. In Ballinger, the Independent School District Board of Trustees includes President Manuel Galvan, Vice President Scott King, and Secretary Cheryl Buchanan, along with... Read More.

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