Get ready to run for a great cause! The Guns & Hoses 5k/10k Run is back in Bellville, TX on April 8th, 2023 at Clark Park. Proceeds from the event will benefit CASA for Kids, a non-profit organization that provides support for abused or neglected children in the court system. Sign up now to help ensure the event doesn’t get cancelled due to a lack of participants!
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Residents of Austin County, Texas, are voicing their opposition to rate hikes by the Austin County Water Supply corporation for 2023. A petition has been created and will be sent to the Texas Public Utilities Commission to gather signatures of those who oppose the rate increases not only for 2023 but also for the following year.
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The Bellville and Wallis EMS Stations construction is making significant progress, with the metal frame for the buildings recently delivered. The Bellville station’s concrete slab elevation is being raised to prevent potential water issues, while the Wallis station is expected to start building its structure soon. These new EMS stations will provide a safer and more efficient space for emergency medical services personnel to work from, allowing them to better serve the needs of the community.
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The Sealy Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a “Lunch and Learn” event featuring Mayor Carolyn Bilski as the guest speaker. Mayor Bilski gave a “state of the city” address to the crowd, while attendees enjoyed lunch provided by local businesses.
Read More![Exploring the German Immigrant Experience at Fanthorp Inn: Bellville Historic Society’s February Meeting with Chandler Wahrmund [VIDEO]](https://i1.wp.com/austincountynewsonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Bellville-Historical-Society.jpg?resize=627,376)
Discover the overlooked history of German immigrants at Fanthorp Inn with Chandler Wahrmund’s first-person program, as the Bellville Historical Society’s February meeting recaps the significance of this unique cultural and historical resource.
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