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Ballinger Students Launch 6th Annual Bearcat Christmas Angel Project

Sunday, November 16 by Steve Everett

Ballinger High School students are working to make sure every child has a Merry Christmas through the 6th Annual Bearcat Christmas Angel Project.The program allows community members to “adopt” a Bearcat Angel and shop for gifts to support local students in need during the... Read More.

Ballinger Students Launch SNAP Back Food Drive

Sunday, November 16 by Steve Everett

Ballinger High School students are kicking off their annual SNAP Back Food Drive to support local families in need this Thanksgiving season.Students are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items and canned goods, including cereal, macaroni and cheese, peanut butter, canned soups, tuna, ramen noodles,... Read More.

A Carnegie Christmas

Thursday, November 13 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Carnegie Library is inviting the community to celebrate the season during “A Carnegie Christmas” on Saturday, December 6th, from 1 to 5 p.m. The holiday event will feature live music, cookie decorating, Christmas crafts, story time, concessions, and more. Santa will be... Read More.

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.