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Ballinger Launches Code Ordinance Violation Round-Up

Friday, May 1 by Steve Everett

The City of Ballinger is launching a citywide code ordinance violation round-up in the coming weeks, aimed at addressing ongoing property concerns. City officials say enforcement efforts will focus on common violations including tall grass and weeds, junk and debris, substandard structures, and dead trees. Residents... 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.

2026 Runnels County Ag Day, Thursday, April 2nd

Tuesday, March 24 by Steve Everett

Runnels County agricultural producers and residents are invited to the 2026 Runnels County Ag Day, Thursday, April 2nd at the Miles Young Farmers Building. The event begins at 9am with registration and booth visitation, followed by educational programs for both producers and homeowners. Producer sessions will focus... Read More.

Cold Front Brings Chilly Start to New Year’s Week After Warm Holiday Stretch

Sunday, December 28 by Steve Everett

The National Weather Service is looking ahead into the final days of 2025, saying changes are coming to our weather. After a mild holiday break, temperatures around the Agri Plex have taken a sharp turn. Monday’s forecast calls for cooler conditions with cloudy skies... Read More.

Food-Aid Lifeline At Risk For Local Families As SNAP Funding Halts

Friday, October 31 by Steve Everett

The federal government shutdown is now stretching into its fourth week, and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — or SNAP — could soon be affected. More than 42 million Americans depend on SNAP, including about 3.4 million Texans, roughly eleven percent of the state’s... Read More.

4-H “1 Ton of Feed Raffle”

Friday, October 17 by Steve Everett

Runnels County 4-H is holding a “1 Ton of Feed Raffle” to help fund travel expenses for the 4-H Horse Judging Team competing at the National Western Roundup in Denver. Tickets are $10 each, with only 500 available, and can be purchased from any... Read More.

Big Changes Are Coming For Texas Drivers

Sunday, June 29 by Steve Everett

Big changes are coming for Texas drivers buying or trading in vehicles. Starting July 1, 2025, when customers trade in a vehicle with standard plates at a dealership, those plates will be removed and may be reused on another vehicle sold within 10 days.... Read More.

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Ballinger Launches Code Ordinance Violation Round-Up

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

2026 Runnels County Ag Day, Thursday, April 2nd

Cold Front Brings Chilly Start to New Year’s Week After Warm Holiday Stretch

Food-Aid Lifeline At Risk For Local Families As SNAP Funding Halts

4-H “1 Ton of Feed Raffle”

Big Changes Are Coming For Texas Drivers

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