
LVISD trustees take oath of office
May 31, 2023
Shawn Strey, Place 6; (from left) Stewart Krisch, Place 7; and Jeff Towns, Place 5, take the oath of office May 9, administered by Brenda Miller, executive secretary to the superintendent and school board, at the La Vernia Independent School District regular board meeting; all were unopposed for seats up...
Vendors wanted for Red, White & Boom
May 31, 2023
Got crafts? If you are an arts and crafts vendor, La Vernia wants you at its second annual Red, White & Boom 4th of July Celebration at the La Vernia City Park. The community-wide event also seeks volunteers to serve food, items to be donated to the silent auction, and...
Koepp Chevrolet is a ‘treasure’
May 31, 2023
Koepp Chevrolet, which is celebrating 100 years in business this year, is a treasure — and not only in the local community! The dealership will be recognized by the state of Texas with a “Texas Treasure Business Award” on Saturday, June 10. State Sen. Judith Zaffirini and the Texas Historical...
Lunch & learn about business, life mindset
May 31, 2023
The Greater La Vernia Chamber of Commerce invites members to attend a free lunch and learn educational seminar on Thursday, June 8. Participants are asked to take their own lunches and enjoy a “Mindset — Business and Life” presentation by chamber member Dona Kappmeyer with Action- COACH of Coastal Bend,...
Volunteers sought for Watermelon Jubilee
May 31, 2023
Organizers of the Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee are in need of volunteers for its annual event, set for Thursday through Saturday, June 15-17, in the Stockdale City Park. Volunteers will receive a free entry ticket, upon completion of their shift. Those interested are asked to text Jennifer Vidal at 830-534-3593 for...

Class of 2023 graduates!
La Vernia High School graduation took place May 26 in Bear Stadium. Here are some scenes from the night.

She’s a winner!
Katie Odom of La Vernia, with her daughter, Eloise, collects her prize May 25 at the office in downtown Floresville...
Warriors announce open baseball tryouts
The Wilson County Warriors seek three experienced players to add to its summer/fall roster. Baseball tryouts for 10U will be...

La Vernia continues to grow and change
Hello again! It has been a full year since I took office, and things are moving right along. The past...

File form with Complaint Compliance Committee
We here at G.A.L.* thank you for your recent detailed report of your observation. We realize that your opinions are...

Which plants can attract birds and withstand the Texas heat?
Q: We have had such a lovely spring with nice rain, but now summer is coming. What are some good...

Who has seen the wind?
When I was in third grade, I learned a song about the wind. I later learned it was a poem...

Why stay ‘here’ until we die? Gate of opportunity
Focus word for the week: I will get up and I will walk through the gate of opportunity. Nothing will...

Passing on your faith heritage
Jesus spent his life sharing the good news about God. You can do the same. Whether you have always had...