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Ballinger, Winters Athletes Headed to Regional Track Meet

Sunday, April 26 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Bearcats and Lady Cats, along with the Winters Blizzards and Lady Blizzards, will compete at the Region I-2A Track and Field Meet May 1st and 2nd in Canyon. Ballinger qualified a strong group of athletes, including Zac Harrison, Hunter Peacock, Kaiden Medrano, Manny... Read More.

Ballinger Gears Up for Big Ethnic Festival Tomorrow

Friday, April 24 by Steve Everett

Ballinger is gearing up for a full day of celebration tomorrow, as the 51st Annual Texas State Festival of Ethnic Cultures takes place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Runnels County Courthouse lawn. The free event will feature a wide variety of... Read More.

Runnels County 4-H Urges Livestock Exhibitors to Complete Quality Counts Training

Thursday, April 23 by Steve Everett

Runnels County 4-H and the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office are reminding youth livestock exhibitors to complete their Quality Counts certification ahead of upcoming show deadlines. The online program teaches responsible animal care and emphasizes character and ethical decision-making in livestock projects. Exhibitors only need... Read More.

Ethnic Festival Food, Arts & Crafts, Games, Saturday

Thursday, April 23 by Steve Everett

Ballinger is set for a full day of celebration this Saturday, April 25th, as the 51st Annual Texas State Festival of Ethnic Cultures takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Runnels County Courthouse lawn. The free event features food booths representing a... Read More.

Ballinger FFA Earns Top Honors at Big Country Convention

Thursday, April 23 by Steve Everett

Ballinger FFA is celebrating a strong showing at the 2026 Big Country Convention. Several students earned top leadership roles for the upcoming school year. Kynlee Palmer has been selected to serve as an Area Four Officer for 2026–2027. Deesa Drennan will take on the role... Read More.

Texas State Festival of Ethnic Cultures and Arts and Crafts Fair is This Weekend

Sunday, April 19 by Steve Everett

Ballinger is getting ready to come alive with color, music, and flavor this Saturday. The 51st Annual Texas State Festival of Ethnic Cultures and Arts and Crafts Fair takes over the Runnels County Courthouse lawn April 25th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hosted by... Read More.

Miles High School is reminding families about an important upcoming meeting.

Sunday, April 19 by Steve Everett

Miles High School will host a mandatory dual credit meeting for students and parents on Monday, April 27th, in the high school library. School officials say sophomores should attend at 6 p.m., while juniors are scheduled for 7 p.m. The meeting will cover key... Read More.

The SPJST is hosting its second annual District 4 Rally April 25th in Rowena.

Friday, April 17 by Steve Everett

The SPJST is hosting its second annual District 4 Rally April 25th in Rowena. The free event runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the SPJST Lodge 49 and is open to the public. Organizers say it will include games, crafts, and activities for... Read More.

Winters Alumni Association Seeking Distinguished Alumni Nominations

Thursday, April 16 by Steve Everett

The Winters Alumni Association is now accepting nominations for its Distinguished Alumni Awards. The honor recognizes former Winters High School graduates for achievements in areas like science, art, business, education, and community service. Nominees must have graduated at least 10 years ago and demonstrated... Read More.

Ballinger City Pool to Open May 23 for Summer Season

Thursday, April 16 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger City Pool will open for the summer season May 23. Hours are set for Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is 4 dollars, with free entry for children 2 and under.... Read More.

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Ballinger, Winters Athletes Headed to Regional Track Meet

Ballinger Gears Up for Big Ethnic Festival Tomorrow

Runnels County 4-H Urges Livestock Exhibitors to Complete Quality Counts Training

Ethnic Festival Food, Arts & Crafts, Games, Saturday

Ballinger FFA Earns Top Honors at Big Country Convention

Texas State Festival of Ethnic Cultures and Arts and Crafts Fair is This Weekend

Miles High School is reminding families about an important upcoming meeting.

The SPJST is hosting its second annual District 4 Rally April 25th in Rowena.

Winters Alumni Association Seeking Distinguished Alumni Nominations

Ballinger City Pool to Open May 23 for Summer Season

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