Announcements

RE/MAX of Texas held its annual state convention in Ft. Worth February 6-8th. There were several great speakers followed by the annual awards banquet. The Lifetime Achievement Award was given to three Texas RE/MAX agents at the event. The award represents a huge milestone in Robinson’s 15 year career and is based on commissions earned.

AUSTIN – Jackson Walker L.L.P. is pleased to announce the election of Austin attorney Chris B. Pepper to the firm’s partnership. Chris Pepper is now a partner in the Legislative and Environmental Practice Group. He has special expertise in TCEQ air quality and environmental permitting matters. He represents many industrial facilities in Texas, including cement kilns, rock quarries, chemical plants and steel mills.

Teresa Stahl and Robert Henry III “Tres” are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Trinity Faye Henry, born Monday, December 14, 2009, at 10:45 p.m. in San Antonio, TX at Stone Oak Methodist Hospital. Trinity weighed 7 lbs. 8 oz. and was 20.75 inches long. She is welcomed with love by her grandparents, Charles and Pauline Stahl of Blanco, TX, and Bob and Connie Henry of Blanco, TX, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

February 6, 2010 •Blanco County Democratic Party - You are invited to attend a candidates' forum at the Old Blanco Courthouse in Blanco on Sat, Feb. 6 from 1-4pm; hosted by the Blanco County Democratic Party. Call 830-868-4219 for more info. February 7, 2010 •Twin Sister Hermann Sons Lodge # 138 meeting - Twins Sisters School house on Sunday February 7 at 2:30pm.

January 30, 2010 •Trail Rider’s Dance at Twin Sisters Dance Hall on Saturday, January 30 from 8:00pm to midnight. Admission is $6.00 per person and children under twelve are free. Music is by Bimbo and Borderline. February 6, 2010 •Blanco County Democratic Party - You are invited to attend a candidates' forum at the Old Blanco Courthouse in Blanco, Texas, on Saturday, February 6, 2010, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, hosted by the B ...

January 21, 2010 •The Blanco County Association of Retired Educators will meet on Thursday, January 21 at the Blanco United Methodist Church. Those retirees who have not yet joined are invited to come. See article on this page for more info. January 22, 2010 •Free Foot Clinic at Gem of the Hills; Friday, January 22 from 10:00am to 2:00pm. January 22, 2010 •Llano Uplift Chapter of Daughters o ...

January 14, 2010 •Blanco State Park – Romper Rangers: A very special class for young children and their parents to experience live birds of prey up close. 10:00am. Please call 830-833-4333 for more information. January 15, 2010 •Blanco State Park – Owl Prowl: Listen and learn about local owls and hopefully see some close up.

Keylin and Yvette Merritt are proud to announce the birth of their baby girl, Bailey Lynn Merritt, born November 3, at 12:12pm in San Marcos. She weighed 7lbs and was 19 inches long. Blessed with this new addition to their families are grandparents, Steve and Cheryl Tamez of Blanco, Shelia and Daniel Higgins of Dimmitt, and Thomas and Gina Merritt of Blanco.

December 24, 2009 •Christmas Eve Service of Candlelight, Carols and Communion at New Hope Lutheran. December 24 at 5:30pm, New Hope Lutheran Chapel, 9th and Elm (one block west of Shamrock station). Everyone in the community is invited to attend. December 31 and January 1, 2010 •”Ring Out the Old ~ Ring In the New” Chili Cook-Off Dinner and Dance at Yett Park.

Pedernales Electric Cooperative will recycle natural, undecorated Christmas trees again this year. From December 28 to January 4, 2010, individuals may drop off their trees during regular business hours at PEC’s offices in Bertram, Canyon Lake, Cedar Park, Johnson City, Junction, Kyle, Lake Travis, Liberty Hill, Manchaca, Marble Falls and Oak Hill. This free service is part of PEC’s Green Works initiative and continued conservation efforts.