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Come for the music, stay for the charm. Thursday, January 25 • 10:15 a.m. − FM Radio at KWVH Patio • 6 p.m. − Hill Country Honeys at Longleaf • 6 p.m. − Guitarrista Kelly at Wimberley Inn & Bar • 6:30 p.m. − Open Mic with Michael James at Savages Friday, January 26 • 110:15 a.m. − Claudia Gibson at KWVH Patoo • 8 p.m. − Michael James at Savages • 10 p.m. − Karaoke Live at Savages • Saturday, January 27 • 10 a.m. − Guitarrista Kelly at Wimberley Inn & Bar • 3 p.m. − Jeremy Parsons at Roughhouse • 5:30 p.m. − Laura & Marvin Bottera at Corazón...
Lady Texans fall to the Billies
The Lady Texans got their second showing of the number one team in the district, the Fredericksburg Billies, (24-4) in Wimberley Tuesday night with a chance to tie the series up after a loss to them on the road earlier in the season. Unfortunately that was not the case as the Texans fell short losing 63-44. The Texans had a slow start against Fredericksburg allowing them to go on a 12-2 run in the first as they trailed 22-12 after the first quarter. In the second quarter both teams went back and forth as neither team could go on a run...
On the Air with Benita Conde and Peter Rosch
, There are some conversations that are so intimate, so profoundly significant in the human journey that finding the right place for them to land can be a tricky and sometimes estranging endeavor. KWVH’s program, “What we know and what we don’t,” hosted by Benita Conde and Peter Rosch, provides the landing strip for these personal expeditions to the soul and back. It was on their program that a man in his forties, who had enjoyed a highly successful career in advertising, shared his story of facing a terminal genetic disease and double lung transplant that led him to rigorously contemplate...
Housing prices falling in Hays County, Austin MSA
For anyone buying a house in the past several years, the price tag as well as the ins and outs of market dynamics can be intimidating. For one who is curious exactly what those numbers were in the past year compared to 2022, the Austin Board of Realtors December 2023 and Year-End Central Texas Housing Market Report will provide that information for all of the five counties in the Greater Austin area. “Last year, a confluence of factors, but especially mortgage rates, posed a drag on the Austin housing market,” ABoR Housing Economist Clare Losey said. “A significant secondary factor was...
City Council News
Jim Chiles, outgoing Place Four City Council member, has filed an application to run for the position of mayor in the upcoming City of Wimberley General Election May 4. He is hoping to fill the slot left by outgoing Mayor Gina Fulkerson. For Place Two on the City Council, Bo Bowman has put forth his application to replace outgoing Teresa Shell. Robert Clark has applied to fill Place Four. The City began accepting applications January 17 and will continue until the deadline on February 16 at 5 p.m. In the meeting held January 18, the Council voted to approve a conditional...
The Texans hold on to the playoff picture
, , , On Friday night the Texans returned to their home court to take on the Davenport Wolves (20-7) in a district matchup game. The Texans were unable to defend home court however, losing 81-57. The Texans had a very slow start to the game allowing Davenport to go on a 25-0 run after the game was tied up 5-5 in the first quarter. In the second quarter is where Wimberley’s next basket would come as they cut into the lead to make it a 40-20 game going into halftime after trailing by 25. In the third is where the Texans...
Truck crashes into the front of Durango’s Restaurant
, , Last Saturday, a pickup truck crashed through the front of Durango’s restaurant, sending the wall and front door into the main dining room. Fortunately no one was injured in the crash and the business continues to be open for business. Nena Maria Garcia, who owns the restaurant with her sister-in-law, Socorro Franco, was in the kitchen when she heard the crash. “It was a huge surprise,” she said. “Children at a back table began crying and one diner who changed his table from the front dining room to a table in the back because of cold drafts from the door,...
King Feed burns in early morning blaze
, Wimberley’s oldest retailer, King Feed and Hardware, caught fire in the early morning hours of Tuesday. A patron of the Brookshire Brothers’ Tobacco Barn and gas station noticed the flames at its location on RR12 and called Wimberley Fire and Rescue. King Feed co-owner Bryan Toifl was on the scene by 5:45 a.m. and was joined shortly thereafter by the business’ other owner, Laurie Ward. Both are previous employees who took over ownership in 2019 from then owner Chris Nichols. The fire burned the main part of the building, completely destroying the interior,” said Ward. “The garden center and greenhouse...
Riffs, Roams and Raves: A Weekly Column
Riffs, Roams and Raves uncovers the creative, noteworthy and accomplished in the Wimberley Valley and beyond with tips on who to hear, where to go and what to see from managing editor Teresa Kendrick. In 2016, the Texas Music Office created the Music Friendly Community Program, the only program of its kind in the U.S. Now known as Music Friendly Texas, the program has grown into a network of more than 50 certified communities across the state. On April 29, 2022 Wimberley was certified as a Texas Music Friendly Community in a ceremony at Blue Hole Regional Park. As part of...
Blanco River Academy invites the community to visit
The Blanco River Academy is launching enrollment for its 2024-2025 school year with an open house on January 26 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Now in its 10th year, the non-profit school for students in Upper Elementary through eighth grade now accommodates older students in a Hybrid High School program and a flexible Part-Time Academy. The faculty and staff invite interested parents and their children to attend the open house to learn more. Private appointments and tours are also available. “We understand that education is not a “onesize- fits-all” endeavor. For students seeking a more individualized, hands-on, ‘learningwith- a-purpose’ approach, the Academy...
Teacher found not guilty of offensive contact
David Schachter, of Kyle, was found not guilty of Assault - Offensive Contact, a class C misdemeanor. A second charge of the same offense was dismissed, according to a press release from Schachter’s lawyer Lytza Rojas. Schachter was a teacher at Danforth Junior High at Wimberley ISD in 2022, when the allegations were made, and had previously worked for San Marcos CISD. He is no longer employed by either district. According to a press release from Rojas, Schachter “is a well-respected teacher and member of the community. David chose to testify at his trial and vehemently denied any wrongdoing. David testified to the surrounding facts concerning the false allegation made by the student and exposed the deficient police investigation. After just one day of testimony and careful examination of the evidence brought by the Defense, the jury returned a swift and powerful verdict of NOT GUILTY against David Schachter. The State dismissed the second pending case.” As previously reported in the Wimberley View, the probable cause affidavit for the original arrest stated that
KAPS Chili Cook Off and Cupcake Wars
, , , , , The Katherine Anne Porter charter school in Wimberley turned up the heat last week for their annual Chili Cook Off and Cupcake Wars school fundraiser. Students, staff, board members and Chef Ryan Castille from the Wimberley Inn joined in the competition. Judging was conducted by Jay Bachman, co-owner of the Wimberley Cafe and Marco’s Restaurant; Pam Tise, a Longleaf Craft Kitchen + Bar partner and KAPS Board Member; and Jordan Elliot, KAPS School Board President. The competition enjoyed a good turnout as visitors sampled a variety of entries. Kelly Jones Lochman offered up “Tantalus’ Chili.” Tantalus, according...
Civic Club announces grant applications to begin March 1
The Wimberley Community Civic Club has announced that 2024 grant applications from local nonprofits serving the Wimberley 78676 zip code will be accepted from March 1 – 18. The Civic Club raises funds by hosting events throughout the year. Proceeds from events provide scholarships for Wimberley high school seniors and grants to area nonprofits. In 2023, the Civic Club contributed a combined total of $75,000 to the community. Eight students received $22,000 in scholarships and 26 non-profits were awarded $53,000 in grants. The grant application is an online, easy-to-complete Google form. For full information about grant guidelines, including a list of required information, organizations are encouraged to read the Grants section of the Civic Club website at wimberleyccc. org/grants. Grant guidelines will be posted by the end of January. “Attending a Civic Club event is an excellent way for individuals to support the needs of the Wimberley community and have fun at the same time” said President Becky Selman. Events in early 2024 include Magic Dinner Theatre on February 17, Trivia Night on March 23, the Spring Event series on various dates, and the popular Hill Country Home Tour on April 12 and 13. Tickets are available now at wimberleyccc. org.
On the Air with Classical Portfolio and Susan Welch
, For Susan Welch, the cohost of the Classical Portfolio show that airs every Sunday from 5 to 6 p.m. on KWVH, her love affair with the arts began early in life. Her family visited museums and her mother taught her piano at a young age. She recalls her father, who loved classical music, stretched out on the floor listening to Igor Stravinsky’s ballet, Petrushka, for hours at a time. As a student, she played violin as well as piano, studied modern dance, tap, ballet, as well as literature and other fine arts. She is, she told me in a...
Types of Barbecue
Texas: Beef ribs, sausage and brisket. Styles differ across the vast state. Central Texas pitmasters use a lot of oak; South Texas cooks favor mesquite; East Texas barbecue features spicy, vinegar-based sauce. Kansas City: Meat is rubbed with sweet seasoning and a thick, sugary sauce. Brown sugar is a key ingredient. Think burnt ends. Hickory is the wood of choice. Memphis: Pork is king (although there’s beef and chicken on the menu). It’s served either wet or with dry rub. The sauce is thin and tangy. Hickory is common, but pecan is also widely used. Carolina: Cuts of meat differ across North and South Carolina. Some prefer whole hog barbecue; some pork shoulders. Famous for its flavorful mustard-based sauce. Hickory is the go-to wood. Other styles include: Alabama (mayo-based sauce), St. Louis (spare ribs), Santa Maria (tri-tip rubbed with salt, pepper and garlic), Kentucky (two words: barbecued mutton). Source: Web Restaurant Store
League of Women Voters of Hays County hosts annual Wine Tasting/ Silent Auction fundraiser
The nonpartisan League of Women Voters of Hays County is hosting a wine tasting event at the Wimberley Community Center, February 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. Fine wines from Duchman, Salt Lick, Limestone Terrace and Graveyard Wineries will be available for sipping and savoring. Delectable snacks will round out the gustatory experience. In addition to the tasting, there will be a silent auction where guests can bid on a variety of items. Tickets are $40.00 per person and can be made by mailing a check to LWV of Hays County, P.O. Box 414, Wimberley, TX 78676. To purchase tickets and...
Event Views
Week of January 19 - 25 January 19 7th Annual Flavor & Fire Chili Cookoff & Cupcake Wars, 5 to 7:30 p.m., at Katherine Anne Porter School, 515 FM 2325. $10 per person, or $25 for a family of four. January 20 An exhibition titled “Shape Shift” featuring five Texas artists opens January 20 at ARTSPACE, 111 River Road, and continues through February 24. A reception to kick off the event will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. ARTSPACE is located in the building formerly known as the Sugar Shack. For more information visit projectartwimberley. org. January 21 Guitar recital with Mark Anthony Cruz,...
Volunteers needed for homeless count
The Homeless Coalition of Hays County is coordinating the Point In Time Count taking place January 25. The Point In Time Count is an annual census of people who are experiencing homelessness and is mandated by the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Volunteers and staff of the Homeless Coalition of Hays County will cover the entire county to document the number of homeless on one day. The information gathered in Hays County is sent to the Texas Homeless Network who forward the data to HUD. The data allows the government to comprehend the number of people experiencing homelessness within the country as well as Hays County. Volunteers are needed to help locate the homeless on January 25. Training is mandatory for those going into the field. Volunteers are also needed to help with a hot lunch at Southside Community Center and to assist at the staging point for the volunteers. If you are interested, please contact the Homeless Coalition at hayscounty.lhe@gmail.com.
Knights Prepare for Casino Night on February 3
The 4th Degree Knights of Columbus are facing cold weather this week to put up reminder banners announcing their annual Mardi Gras Casino Night. The Mardi Gras Casino Night is Saturday, February 3, from 6 to 10 p.m. at St. Mary’s Parish Activity Center, 14711 Ranch Road 12. Casino Gaming, dinner, dessert, open bar and prize drawings are all part of the fun. Beneficiaries of the Casino Night event are the Wimberley Valley Emergency Responders for their Appreciation Luncheon held on March 21. Tickets are $65 for a single and $110 for couples. Limited pre-event tickets are available. No tickets sold at the door. For additional information or to reserve a ten-person table, email gbarch55@gmail.com. To buy tickets online go to wimberley4th.com.
Lady Texans face Panthers in district matchup
On Tuesday night the Wimberley Texans (17-11) went on the road to take on the Navarro Panthers (20-9) in a district matchup game. The Texans were unable to pull out a win in a close one losing to the Panthers 6458. Neither team was able to pull away in the first quarter as Wimberley was up by one going into the second where the Texans played some stellar defense and went on a run going up 24-12 in the second quarter. In the third the Panthers clawed back into the game little by little as Wimberley led 41-37 going into the...
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