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December 2009
Despite rains, drought issues persist
Thursday, December 31, 2009
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It may not be a comforting thought to recall, but it was not so long ago that Bastrop County officials were writing Gov. Rick Perry requesting a state of emergency declaration due to ongoing drought.
Scratch-off tickets to help pay for services
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
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Using money garnered from lottery games to help pay for social services is not a new idea, but one new scratch-off game is intended to help Texas veterans and their families.
October assault still under investigation
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
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A Cedar Creek man was allegedly ambushed while going to a meeting with someone and shot in the head, according to law enforcement officers.
Care van receives green light from county
Wednesday, December 30, 2009 |
Pediatric medical care services in Bastrop County could soon be receiving a big booster shot now that a plan is in the works to partner with the Seton Family of Hospitals for a mobile clinic.
Men charged with abusing babies
Sunday, December 27, 2009 |
Two Bastrop County men are in custody of law enforcement after being charged late last week in two separate instances of child abuse.
Butter butts are back in county
Saturday, December 26, 2009
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One of our most numerous winter residents is an undistinguished, small, gray-brown warbler with two white wing bars and a flash of pale yellow just above the tail with pale yellow side patches that show in flight.
Advertiser launches Web site
Saturday, December 26, 2009
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“We are delighted to be able to provide this new service to our readers and customers,” said Mark Gwin, publisher of The Bastrop Advertiser.
Volunteers making a difference
Saturday, December 26, 2009 |
Glen Wilkinson has a short but telling reply when asked why he likes to volunteer around Bastrop County.
Top 10 sports stories of 2009
Friday, December 25, 2009 |
From the 2009 Bastrop Bears football team to Elgin’s volleyball team returning to championship glory, the year was filled with moments that will be remembered for many years.
Adams: Smithville guards worth price of a ticket
Friday, December 25, 2009
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The G.M. Blackman Tournament begins Monday with a large pool of talent.