Police chief takes oath in Poth as council approves budget
In Poth the new police chief, Steve Gonzalez, took the oath at the August council meeting attended by about a dozen relatives. The council set a 756,738 dollar budget for the new fiscal year, a slight tax-rate increase, and pursued a 250,000 dollar rural grant for a major sewer project. The meeting also approved issuing 3 million dollars in FELPS bonds for system expansion, with Floresville approval pending.
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Whataburger commercial shot in Floresville spotlight
Floresville drew Whataburger film crews last week for a new local spot featuring police officers Devin Keen and Chris Holt and Dallas actor Frank Ford. A Whataburger scout chose Floresville for its hometown feel after considering other small cities, with additional scenes shot in the San Antonio area. See commercial on page 8A.
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Flood buyout proposal moves to fees for 34 homes
Twenty two Wilson County and 12 Falls City homes were offered in the first round of flood buyout paperwork the river authority sent to FEMA. Most Wilson County homes are in Saspamco and Graytown and sustained 50 percent plus damage in the July San Antonio River flood. Some properties may enter later into regular buyouts if not meeting accelerated hazard mitigation damage thresholds. Judge Marvin Quinney signed the fast track application packet as FEMA requires a 25 percent local match.
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County Plans Patriot Day Event on Courthouse Square
Wilson County commissioners set a Sept 11 prayer meeting on the courthouse square as the first Patriot Day observance. The national day honors victims of the hijackings and is marked by a simple community gathering.
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Floresville hosts AMA Western 4-Stroke Motocross National Series
Flying high Floresville's Cycle Ranch hosted the AMA Western 4-Stroke Motocross National Series with over 34 pro riders and about 300 amateur entrants across classes from 4 to over 40. About 1,000 spectators attended as preparations begin for the USA Team Motocross Championship during Thanksgiving weekend. next week will publish Aug 24 25 results.
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