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Newspaper
Wilson County News
Location
Floresville, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 2002
Page
1
The article recalls the events of September 11, 2001 and captures readers’ reflections on how Americans have changed since the attacks. It notes hopes for the country’s future amid the first anniversary observations and communal memory.
Wilson County commissioners approve a resolution supporting Wilson Memorial’s new medical center as part of a bond plan. A property tax rate of 45.54 cents per $100 valuation would fund the project with no additional tax burden, plus a Dec 7 special election date under consideration for up to 15 million in general obligation bonds. Hospital officials cite crowded San Antonio area ERs as incentive.
Summary of community items including Stockdale Project Graduation meeting at 9B St Marys 125th anniversary events at 5B Floresville school building projects 3A Peanut court capitol visit 4B Sacred Heart dinner 6B GED classes scheduled 8B Cycle Ranch race results 10B Adkins Crafts now open 5A La Vernia Family FunDay 6B Master Materials relocates 5A Path Charlotte Huffman honored 8B Project Celebration meeting 8B San Antonio St Philip’s workshops 8B
In the year after the September 11 attacks South Texans saw fear affect air travel and security at San Antonio International Airport. The National Guard aided police and baggage screening work began. Anthrax fears proved unfounded with powder scares traced to talcum, spider cobwebs, or misread mail. Citizens showed compassion through banners donations and greater respect for firefighters.
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