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Newspaper
Wilson County News
Location
Floresville, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 2024
Page
1
The GoWilson360 platform highlights events and local updates for La Vernia Floresville and Floresville, inviting residents to download the free app for Wilson County News coverage and community notices.
In Floresville, a gas station explosion prompted a report on nearby residents Ma Me OMY and OTL for potential exposure risk. Authorities from PCCM and Lestid CAR Mae are investigating the incident and surveying affected areas on page 2A.
Nancy Hosek and Barbara Treviso lead Wilson County Salvation Army volunteers at Walmart Floresville ringing the bell to raise funds for local families in need. Since 1987 Nancy has served. Barbara helps coordinate year after year as donations fund community support for children and adults facing hardship.
Community members can support the Salvation Army beyond red kettles by giving at business money buckets or via the Ring in a Miracle program. Shoppers at H E B can donate in envelopes at stores, by scanning a coupon at checkout, or by adding a donation to their online cart.
Floresville City Council terminated City Manager Andy Joslin amid claims the move was retaliation. The Dec 12 session featured disputes over performance evaluations, alleged misuse of funds for employee events near $5,000, and a motion to fire Joslin that council members said could trigger a lawsuit. A special Dec 16 meeting was set to appoint an interim manager.
Obituary notices for Iris Bana Barrera Clarence Pete Boening Wesley Hicks Jeffrey Lanning Connie Pieprzkca and Vivian Wyatt memorialized with brief biographical notes and dates. The items note their passing and reflect on their lives and affiliations within their communities.
Andy Joslin released a statement to the Wilson County News after his Dec 12 termination praising Floresville for improved finances and completed Capital Improvement Projects. He commended city employees and credited a strong internal succession plan while denying council accusations. He thanked staff and wished a Merry Christmas.
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