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LOW PARTICIPATION THREATENS WINTERS CHRISTMAS PARADE

Sunday, December 7 by Steve Everett

Organizers are warning that this year’s Winters Christmas Parade may be canceled due to a lack of participation. Only a small number of entries have signed up, far below what’s needed to hold the annual holiday tradition.Officials are urging Winters residents, businesses, school groups,... 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.

Young Eagles Event to Honor Veterans in Winters

Wednesday, November 5 by Steve Everett

The first-ever Winters Young Eagles Event will take place Saturday, November 15th at Wes Hays Memorial Airport. Activities begin at 8 a.m. with a flyover to honor veterans, followed by the Young Eagles Program. The event invites kids ages 8 to 18 to sign... Read More.

Local Ballinger, Winters, and Runnels County Voters Head to the Polls

Sunday, November 2 by Steve Everett

Local voters in Ballinger, Winters, and Runnels County will join their fellow Texans and head to the polls Tuesday. Voting polls will be open from 7am to 7pmFor local voters, in Ballinger, City Council District 1 candidates are Marty Akins and Chad McDuffee. District... Read More.

Winters Mayor Honors Fire Chief for Heroic Lifesaving Action

Tuesday, October 28 by Steve Everett

Winters Mayor Chris Bahlman has officially proclaimed Fire Chief Michael Blackshear as an Outstanding Samaritan for his quick and selfless actions that helped save a life earlier this month.According to the Winters Volunteer Fire Department, on October 7th, Chief Blackshear was among the first... Read More.

Winters Man Sentenced in McLennan County Child Abuse Case

Friday, October 24 by Steve Everett

A Winters, Texas man and former Runnels County commissioner candidate has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for indecency with a child by contact.According to KWTX Channel 10 in Waco, 64-year-old George Cody Hord was convicted Wednesday in Waco’s 474th State District Court... Read More.

Quick Response Stops Fire Near Winters

Tuesday, September 23 by Steve Everett

A powerline sparked a ditch fire near Winters yesterday afternoon, sending flames racing through dry grass. Officials say the fire spread quickly in the hot, dry conditions, but firefighters were able to contain it thanks to a fast response and a fortunate lack of... Read More.

WINTERS HIGH SCHOOL WINS $5,000 T-MOBILE PRIZE

Thursday, September 18 by Steve Everett

Winters High School has scored big off the football field, winning a $5,000 prize in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest. The program rewards schools nationwide that best capture their Friday night football spirit on social media. Winters stood out among thousands of entries, showcasing... Read More.

Week Three Showcase: Ballinger, Winters, Miles Among Local Teams in Key Football Matchups

Thursday, September 11 by Steve Everett

It’s week three in Texas gridiron action, and local teams hit the road and home under the Friday night lights.Ballinger heads to Brady for a 7 p.m. kickoff, looking to keep their win streak intact. Winters is on the road at Iraan at 7,... Read More.

Winters Set for 23rd Annual Dove Fest

Thursday, September 4 by Steve Everett

The city of Winters is gearing up for the 23rd annual Dove Fest on Saturday, September 6. The day begins with a fun shoot at 8 a.m., followed by a barbecue lunch from 10:30 until 1:30 at the Winters Community Center. Live music from... Read More.