News from a Small Texas Town
The Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post
Fredericksburg — Two confirmed cases of rabies have been reported in Gillespie County — a rabid skunk and a rabid raccoon. Both were shot in separate incidents and taken to a veterinarian’s office for testing.
Kerrville Daily Times
Kerrville — The original H-E-B grocery store in Kerrville celebrates its 100th year with a grand re-opening. H-E-B is one of the major grocery store chains in Central Texas. The current chairman and CEO of H-E-B, Charles Butt, is the great-grandson of the original founder, Florence Butt, who invested $60 to start the now multi-billion dollar business. The company has a strong commitment to community involvement and helps stock food banks, runs a number of summer camp programs, and contributes to United Way and many other organizations.
The Highlander
Marble Falls — A man was found dead in his home from multiple gunshot wounds. The man’s son has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Police are investigating the case.
The Bandera Bulletin
Bandera — A Birmingham, Alabama, firm has filed plans for a combination Dollar General store and McDonald’s restaurant.
The Floyd County Hesperian-Beacon
Floydada — Youth and animals compete for honors in stock show. A nice set of pictures from the local stock show. As an aside, anyone else notice the first names of these kids? Interesting names and spellings.