Wilson County Shows Early Economic Development Signs
I tour Wilson County noting early progress in economic development. New committees form in several towns LaVernia Stockdale Floresville and others lead efforts with volunteers and local officials. Progress will be slow and measured by new investments broader tax base and rising bank deposits as leaders persevere.
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Wilson County
LaVernia
Frank Pruski
Stockdale
New Economic Development Group
Tony Malik
Carl Lambeck
Community meetings list for Wilson County area events
A dense schedule lists multiple clubs and groups in Wilson County including AA, Moms Club, VFW, Floresville groups, Lions, PTA, car clubs, and various church and library gatherings. Entries specify times, locations such as Floresville Nursing Center and Floresville City Hall, and contact numbers.
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New Beginning
U.S
Lone Oak Village
Firs
United Methodist Fellowship Hall
W.C. Memorial Vfw Post
Peth
Wilson County
Floresville
Council
Wilson County Inter-agency
Wilson County Library
la Vernia
Immanuel Lutheran Church
Floresville Lions Club
Floresville Nursing Center
Boldtville Presbyterian Church
New Sulpher Springs
Stockdale
Terry C
Wilson County Arts and Crafts League
American Legion Hall
WVAA
Fuller Lane
Floresville Pta
Servatorium
Wilson County Car Club
SS Water Corp. Board
SS Water Office
Wilson County Commissioners’ Court
American Society of Women Accountants
Petroleum Club of
S.A
Firebarn & Stockdale Webelos
Tiger Cubs
BSA
Christ United Methodist Church Annex
Round Table
Federal Building
E. Durango
Craftsman’s Guild
Floresville Masonic Lodge
First St
la Vernia Lions Club
Los Santos
Floresville St
Floresville Musical Club
United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall
Floresville Chamber of Commerce
Promised Land
San Antonio
Free business counseling for Floresville small firms
The Small Business Development Center offers free individualized counseling on startup plans, market analysis, operations, sales strategy, and finances for Floresville area owners. Sessions are held on the fourth Thursday each month at Floresville City Hall from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Appointments are required by calling 830-393-3105. The program is hosted by UTSA and supported in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
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Wilson County
Floresville
Pacer Mini Storage Opens in La Vernia With Climate Controlled Units
Eddy and Patsy Rauch open Pacer Mini-Storage at 137 Industrial Drive La Vernia offering 45 climate controlled units 50 to 78 degrees with security keypad access. Lexann Painter will handle contracts. the couple active in local chambers and services. Move in special offers first month at 50 percent off with six month lease. Call 830 779 2600 for details.
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la Vernia
Eddy
Patsy Ranch
Pacer
Industrial Drive
Eddy Rauch
Poth
Patsy Rauch
Economic Development Association
la Vernia Chamber of Commerce
la Vernia Ems Pacer
Readers urged to submit photos with landmark for Wilson County News
Send in a picture of you or someone you know reading the Wilson County News beside a landmark or vacation spot. If published, you receive a WCN T shirt or cap. Not all photos published. quality and uniqueness affect selection. winner chosen by random drawing. judge's decision final.
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WCN
Wiatrek's Meat Market Celebrates 35th Anniversary
Wiatrek's Meat Market marked 35 years with in house April specials and weekend prize drawings. First weekend winners include Allen Hartmann Gladys Terry and Sam May. Second weekend winners are Sofia Ramirez Ruby Pawelek and Irma Rivera. Final weekend winners are Rita Sweiney Julia Cubas and Theresa Schulz. Prizes featured fresh steaks their own sausage and other meat cuts.
Free SBA help for small firms in San Antonio May events
The San Antonio SBA office offers free programs May 9 and 10 for starting and growing a business. Sessions cover SBA loan programs, 8a eligibility and application help, plus a Women in Business Round Table. All events are free with no registration. call 210-472-5921 for details.
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San Antonio
U.S. Small Business Administration
SBA
Federal
E. Durango
National Business Summit Set By NFIB for June in DC
The National Federation of Independent Business and small business owners will convene the 2000 Congressional Small Business Summit June 7 to 10 in Washington DC. Retired Gen Colin Powell is slated as keynote speaker. Registration is via the NFIB Texas office at 512 476 9847.
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National Federation of Independent Business and
Small-Business Owners
Washington, D.C
Colin L. Powell
Texas
The
National Federation of Independent Business
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New Path Economic Development Corporation
Wilson County Soil and Water Conservation District
Charles Freeman III
Leroy Kirchoff
Martin Laskowski
Victor Andersen
By James Jay
iClub
Wiatrek’s
David Wintrek
Durango Street
Mary Alice Blanco
Business Summit
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