Month: January 2025

Cowboy Szymanski – Phenix Knives in Bellville, Texas

In this episode of Hello Austin County, Shelley Stuessel-Brian interviews Cowboy Szymanski, the owner of Phenix Knives in Bellville, Texas, about his 27-year journey as a bladesmith. Cowboy shares how he transformed Bellville’s historic 1891 blacksmith shop into a thriving hub for knife-making, hands-on workshops, and community engagement before expanding to a larger facility. He also discusses the Texas Select Custom Cutlery Event, his passion for teaching, and the future of Phenix Knives as a landmark for craftsmanship and tradition.

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Waller County Inmate Escapes Custody at Bellville Hospital; Manhunt Underway

A Waller County inmate escaped custody at Bellville Hospital shortly after 7 p.m., prompting an extensive manhunt. The individual, described as a Hispanic male with red hair, tattoos, and wearing an orange shirt with Lujan pants and blue jeans, was not handcuffed during the escape. Authorities, including K-9 units, drones, and a DPS helicopter, are actively searching for the fugitive and urge residents to report any sightings.

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CHANGE LANGUAGE/CAMBIAR IDIOMA

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