Young racers tie for national Legends title after late night faith talk
In Texas a late night talk among Kelly Vinson and Michael Umscheid, both 15 and 16, centered on faith and Jesus Christ. They tied 2,919 points apiece in the Young Lions class after a 39-race season, with Umscheid earning the title on a tiebreaker of more wins. Vinson stresses prayer before races and sees faith guiding his racing life amidst sport’s dangers and the Petty racing family’s tragedy.
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Texas Motor Speedway
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Michael Umscheid
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Young Lions
Dayspring Christian School
Adam Petty
Petty
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Randleman
N.C
Kyle Petty
Richard Petty
Marcia Ball Lights Up Gruene Hall at Music Fest
The Louisiana born pianist Marcia Ball headlines the 14th Gruene Music Fest in Gruene Hall, opening a Cajun Louisiana themed night for a sold out crowd of 300. She greeted fans in a reception line, signed autographs, and performed two sets after doors opened at 8:30 p.m. The event benefits United Way with Mary Jane Nalley praising sponsors and dignitaries.
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Fachwerk buildings linger in New Braunfels history
Fachwerk homes and businesses once defined New Braunfels from 1845 to 1880 with wooden frames and brick interiors. Conservation Plaza, led by Barron Schlameus, preserves these German heritage structures amid 1960s growth and highway development.
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New Braunfels
Fachwerk
Barron Schlameus
Schlameus
Conservation Plaza
River Weather and Road Work Map Guide
The feature covers current river conditions and nearby weather, with guidance on where to go and what to do. It includes a road work map showing closures, detours, and suggested routes for travelers and locals planning outings along the river corridor.
Waterwise panel hears criticism of subdivision water Rules
New Braunfels Utilities official Roger Biggers and Canyon Lake Water Supply Corp attorney John Houchins told the Waterwise Growth Study Committee the proposed subdivision water system requirement is unworkable and unfair. Developer Mike Norris warned the rules exceed a developer’s means, predicting higher future rates and potential bankrupted utilities. CLWSC serves about 5,000 customers near Canyon Lake and Comal County, arguing the capacity buildout as written would force large upfront costs and jeopardize current customers.
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Roger Biggers
New Braunfels Utilities
John Houchins
Canyon Lake Water Supply Corp
Waterwise Growth Study Committee
Waterwise
Mike Norris
CLWSC
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Houchins
Texas Water Development Board
County approves state agenda on growth control measures
Comal County Commissioners approved a two pronged plan to push state growth management laws. The move includes a coordinated county association effort and individual Texas House sponsorship in the 77th Legislature. Officials urged citizens to contact lawmakers, citing growth pressures and limited county authority in unincorporated areas. A prior temporary moratorium on high density, small lot construction remains in effect to allow breathing room.
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Scheel
Jay Millikin
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