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December 2022
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Ballinger’s Addison Martin scores 1,000th point in basketball
BALLINGER, TX - It was the moment that many of the fans gathered to watch Ballinger vs Clyde waited for all game on December 13; The Lady Cat’s Addison Martin scored her 1,000the career point. The all-around athleteis also a phenom in cross country and track scored the point as the crowd erupted.
Sheriff Dept toy drive keeps getting bigger
BALLINGER - The Runnels County Sheriff Office toy drive seems to gain more momentum each year. If you’ve been anywhere in Runnels County over the last 3 weekends, you probably ran into a toy drive stop. The Fillin’ Station in Rowena has hosted a couple of them, as well as Horny Toad Brewery, and other locations.
From the Editor
Here we are, Christmas is in 4 days, the greatest time of the year; at least in my book. We laugh and joke with family at Thanksgiving as the excitement builds while we prepare to do some Christmas shopping.
LINDA C. BLACK HOROSCOPES
Nancy Black, Tribune Content Agency TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (12/22/22). Family and home delight this year.
Dorthy Ann Caughron Livesay
Dorthy Ann Caughron Livesay, 91, Ballinger, December 17, 2022. Lange Funeral Home.
Football All District selections announced
It was a crazy football season for teams in Runnels County. Two of our teams won only a single game, while Miles made it to the playoffs being a remarkable passing attack. The All District teams were announced recently and we congratulate all of the players who were selected.
Ballinger Jr. Livestock Show
The 2022 Ballinger Jr. Livestock Show was held on December 11th at the Ballinger Community Center. The Ballinger Ag Booster event had 91 entrees shown by 36 different exhibitors. These exhibitors have invested countless hours and significant funds in these projects.
Ballinger FFA Tractor Tech Team takes 1st in Stanton
Ballinger FFA competed at the Stanton Tractor Technician Contest on December 15th. At the contest, Ballinger students competed against 14 other teams and placed 1st and 4th. In the individual rankings, Storm Skelton tied for 2nd place , Ozmar Solis took 4th and Cade Busenlehner finished 11th. The first place team was made up of Leo Luna, Storm Skelton and Charlie Poteet. The 4th place team members were Ozmar Solis, Owen Duke and Cade Busenlehner.
Cedar Fever Season in Texas
Cedar fever season is upon us once again, complete with runny noses, itchy eyes and general misery. But what exactly is cedar fever, and why is it so insufferable this time of year? For starters, cedar fever isn’t a flu or a virus – it is an allergic reaction to the pollen released by mountain cedar trees.