Kristen Weaver


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Floresville High School to stage ‘Shattered Dreams’ April 19

Floresville community members may hear sirens and see emergency vehicles at Floresville High School Friday morning, April 19. But don’t be alarmed. To help educate students about the dangers of drinking and driving, Floresville High School is hosting “Shattered Dreams” on campus that morning. A dramatization of an alcohol-related crash will begin around 10:42 a.m. Residents can expect to see... READ MORE >

This week’s videos for 4/17/2024

The following meetings include Wilson County News video coverage and meeting coverage in the Wilson County News 4/17/24 edition as noted below. View WCN’s video coverage playlist at www.wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/ Floresville Economic Development, 4/8/2024 – Holman brings new energy, ideas to Floresville EDC www.wilsoncountynews.com/articles/holman-brings-new-energy-ideas-to-floresville-edc/ Floresville City Council, 4/11/24 – City council OKs funds for pool repairs, new PD site www.wilsoncountynews.com/articles/city-council-oks-funds-for-pool-repairs-new-pd-site/ – Meeting... READ MORE >

This week’s videos: 4/10/2024

The following meetings include Wilson County News video coverage and meeting coverage in the Wilson County News 4/10/24 edition as noted below. View WCN’s video coverage playlist at www.wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/ Wilson County Commissioners, 4/8/2024 – JP1 Jared Shaw seeks funds for third office worker www.wilsoncountynews.com/articles/jp1-jared-shaw-seeks-funds-for-third-office-worker/... READ MORE >

TxDOT: Drive safely, expect traffic delays for eclipse

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is warning drivers to take extra caution on Monday, April 8, as a total solar eclipse will be visible throughout the state from late morning to early afternoon. As this intergalactic experience comes front and center, out-of-state visitors and Texans traveling to get a perfect view are expected to cause heavier traffic than usual.... READ MORE >

Running for office May 4? Deadline April 17 to enter WCN ‘Candidates’ Forum’

The Wilson County News invites candidates facing opposition for area city council and school board seats on the May 4 ballots to participate in our print “Candidates’ Forum.” There is no charge for inclusion in the Candidates’ Forum, planned for publication Wednesday, April 24. This is a free service we provide for voter information. This is restricted to candidates in... READ MORE >

Ask the Master Gardener: April 2024

Q: Is there any way to get rid of weeds in my landscape? A: Mowing regularly helps control weeds if only because it keeps the seed heads cut off. Keeping your lawn healthy helps because an actively growing dense lawn helps ward off weeds. Extension horticulturist Doug Welsh says that it is critical to prevent weeds from being brought into... READ MORE >

Armando Roberto Castellano

•9-29-1946 – 4-1-2024 •Husband of Irene Castellano; father of Celena (Ray) Contreras, Rene Castellano; brother of Frank (Eva) Castellano, Julia (Don) Castellano-Hoyt, Alvino (Anita) Castellano, Jr., Johnny (Bonne) Castellano, Yolanda (Manuel) Cantu, Gracie Trevino •Visitation: Monday, April 8, 5-7 p.m., Vinyard Funeral Home Chapel, Floresville •Rosary: Monday, 7 p.m., funeral home •Funeral Service: Tuesday, 10 a.m., Sacred Heart Church, Floresville... READ MORE >

Soccer playoffs, boys and girls

Congratulations to the following teams in the Wilson County News coverage heading into the playoffs for boys and girls soccer. Regional Semifinals Boys •La Vernia fell to Progreso, 2-4, April 5 Regional Quarters Boys •La Vernia def. Austin Achieve, 3-0, April 2 Area Boys •Floresville fell to Austin Achieve, 0-3, March 28 •La Vernia def. Burnet, 8-1, March 28, Girls... READ MORE >

This week’s videos: 4/3/2024

The following meetings include Wilson County News video coverage and meeting coverage in the Wilson County News 4/3/24 edition as noted below. View WCN’s video coverage playlist at www.wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/ Bella’s Ranch public forum, 3/25/24 – Traffic, wastewater, emergency access www.wilsoncountynews.com/articles/traffic-wastewater-emergency-access/ La Vernia ISD, 3/25/24 – CFO Oaks: La Vernia ISD could lose state funds due to ‘undervaluations’ www.wilsoncountynews.com/articles/cfo-oaks-la-vernia-isd-could-lose-state-funds-due-to-undervaluations/... READ MORE >

This week’s videos: 3/27/2024

The following meetings include Wilson County News video coverage and meeting coverage in the Wilson County News 3/27/24 edition as noted below. View WCN’s video coverage playlist at www.wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/ Stockdale ISD, 3/18/24 – Stockdale ISD extends some contracts, holds back on athletic director www.wilsoncountynews.com/articles/stockdale-isd-extends-some-contracts-holds-back-on-athletic-director/ Floresville EDC, 3/19/24 – FEDC OKs two pitches for ‘business incubator’ www.wilsoncountynews.com/articles/fedc-oks-two-pitches-for-business-incubator/ Wilson County Commissioners, 3/25/24 –... READ MORE >