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BALLINGER CHAMBER CELEBRATES YEAR OF PROGRESS AT ANNUAL BANQUET

Friday, February 27 by Steve Everett

A large crowd gathered to celebrate accomplishments in 2025 at the Ballinger Chamber of Commerce annual banquet. Outgoing directors recognized included Kaci Gully of Ballinger Hospital Clinic and Abby Rollwitz of West Texas Rehabilitation Center. Continuing directors introduced were Steve Kelley with Globe Life Family... Read More.

Runnels County 4-H members are wrapping up their 4-H careers on a high note

Friday, February 27 by Steve Everett

Four Runnels County 4-H members are wrapping up their 4-H careers on a high note — with a national championship and scholarship money to show for it. Elizabeth Minzenmayer, Paysley Branham, Olivia Bean and Evan Cave recently capped off a three-year run in the Texas... Read More.

Bearcats Set 2026 Football Schedule, Enter New District

Wednesday, February 25 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Bearcats will open the 2026 football season August 28th on the road at Eastland as they begin a new era in a new district. Ballinger moves into District 4-2A Division I this fall and will face new district opponents including Forsan, Colorado City,... Read More.

Lady Cats Earn Academic All-District Honors

Wednesday, February 25 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Lady Cats are being recognized for excellence beyond the basketball court. Kyndal Rollwitz, Harlee Mikalike, Jayli Guerro, Brayulin Quiroga, Ysee LeBourgne and Ashtyn Wilson have all been named to the District 8-2A All-District Academic Team. Head Coach Nathan Riggins says each young lady was... Read More.

RUNNELS COUNTY FARM BUREAU OFFERS FOUR $1,000 SCHOLARSHIPS

Sunday, February 22 by Steve Everett

The Runnels County Farm Bureau is now accepting applications for its annual senior scholarships. The organization will award four one-thousand-dollar scholarships to graduating seniors in Runnels County whose families are Farm Bureau members. Applications may be picked up at the Farm Bureau office or at local... Read More.

Runnels County Commissioners to Consider Courthouse HVAC Contract and Key Agreements

Sunday, February 22 by Steve Everett

The Runnels County Commissioners Court meets Tuesday, February 24th at 10 a.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom at the Runnels County Courthouse, 613 Hutchings Avenue in Ballinger. On the agenda — possible action to award a contract for the courthouse HVAC replacement project. The project is... Read More.

BALLINGER WOMAN’S CLUB TO HOST SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER LUNCHEON

Thursday, February 19 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Woman’s Club is inviting the community to support local scholarships at its annual baked potato and salad luncheon next month. The fundraiser is set for Tuesday, March tenth, from eleven a.m. to one p.m. at the First Baptist Church Family Life Center in... Read More.

Knights of Columbus Hosting Fish Fry Friday

Thursday, February 19 by Steve Everett

The Knights of Columbus Council 10985 will host a community fish fry Friday, February 20th, at St. Mary’s Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Ballinger. Serving will run from 5 to 7 p.m. Guests can dine in or use the drive-thru. Plates are 15... Read More.

BEARCATS OPEN PLAYOFFS MONDAY AGAINST FORSAN

Thursday, February 19 by Steve Everett

The Ballinger Bearcats are headed to the Class 2A state basketball playoffs and will face Forsan in bi-district action Monday, February 23, in San Angelo. Tip-off will be at 6:30pm in the Junell Center on the campust of Angelo State University Ballinger enters the postseason... Read More.

TWO LADY CATS EARN TOP ALL-DISTRICT HONORS

Thursday, February 19 by Steve Everett

Two members of the Ballinger Lady Cats are receiving top honors in District 8-2A following a standout season. Senior Ashtyn Wilson was named First Team All-District and earned Impact Player of the Year honors. Sophomore Ysee LeBorgne also claimed First Team recognition and was selected... Read More.

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BALLINGER CHAMBER CELEBRATES YEAR OF PROGRESS AT ANNUAL BANQUET

Runnels County 4-H members are wrapping up their 4-H careers on a high note

Bearcats Set 2026 Football Schedule, Enter New District

Lady Cats Earn Academic All-District Honors

RUNNELS COUNTY FARM BUREAU OFFERS FOUR $1,000 SCHOLARSHIPS

Runnels County Commissioners to Consider Courthouse HVAC Contract and Key Agreements

BALLINGER WOMAN’S CLUB TO HOST SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER LUNCHEON

Knights of Columbus Hosting Fish Fry Friday

BEARCATS OPEN PLAYOFFS MONDAY AGAINST FORSAN

TWO LADY CATS EARN TOP ALL-DISTRICT HONORS

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