Voting thoughts and a local candidate forum
An opinion piece on early voting and civic responsibility notes how voters sometimes choose parties without understanding candidates. It promotes attending a Candidate Forum hosted by Texans for a Constitutional Government and the Wilson County News at the American Legion Hall Floresville, 7 to 10 pm, for clarity and direct questions.
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Like Us On Facebook Draw for Gift Certificate
A social media prompt invites readers to like the page to reach 3000 followers and enter a drawing for a $50 gift certificate, item appears on page 8B.
Wilson County News subscription rates and office contact
The Wilson County News lists subscription prices by area and states rates for in state and out of state orders. It provides mailing address at 1012 C Street Floresville Texas 78114 and staff contacts including Elaine Kolodziej publisher and Kristen K Weaver director of operations.
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Open letter questions FEDC finances from Floresville resident
Jim Lawhon of Floresville writes to Fred Gonzales defending his Sept 29 questions about the FEDC. He cites State Comptroller data, alleges deficits 1997–2011, requests public financial records, and urges posting monthly financials and board minutes on FEDC's site to improve transparency.
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Clarification on FEDC budget and river park facilities
Albert "Fred" Gonzales, Floresville EDC Board Member, defends FEDC budget use arguing funds cannot cover city infrastructure except FEDC projects. He cites river park safety fixes, field salvage, and adding tournament-quality fields to host finals, while criticizing opposition.
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Floresville reader questions FEDC funding role and leader
A Floresville reader accuses Alfred Gonzales of misrepresenting FEDC facts and urges resignation. He cites FEDC funding of Walmart water and sewer upgrades, stating $396 000 planned bids and 715 000 in 2011 capital improvements, referencing FEDC annual reports and Type B EDC rules as supporting evidence.
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Eagle Creek seeks volunteers for fire and EMS support
Eagle Creek Volunteer Emergency Services seeks volunteers as new fire chief and EMS director urge local involvement. They aim to staff EMS 24/7 and offer roles for skilled responders or other positions such as management, maintenance, or construction. Call 830-393-7283 for details.
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Kudos to La Vernia Stockdale students see you at the pole
A reader commends Stockdale and La Vernia students for participating in the See You at the Pole event on September 26. The letter praises public prayer for the nation and the upcoming election while questioning Floresville High School’s exclusion. Betsy Leiuste?
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Housing outreach transfers responsibility to new foundation
The Christian Outreach Association no longer exists as of Sept. 7 and its remaining assets and duties were transferred to Wilson Area Housing Foundation on Sept. 11. The foundation at 1024 C Street, Floresville, can be reached at 210-601-3634 or Brenda at 830-216-4075 for more information.
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Big thanks to Deputy Rocha for roadside aid at Sandbox
A reader praises Deputy Christopher Rocha of the Wilson County Sheriff's Office for helping during a flat tire incident at Sandbox Learning Center on October 4. Geico road service failed to find help until the deputy arrived, assisting a person with significant medical needs.
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