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The Bulldogs JV and Varsity soccer season has launched with lots of tournament play.   They are off to a strong start to the 2025 season, after going 2-1 in the Tivy Antler Classic Soccer Tournament Jan. 2-4 and defeating Poteet in dominant fashion at home Tuesday night.  The Bulldogs defeated Holmes 2-1 as Diego Murado-Gomez led the way with a goal and an assist to open the Tivy Tournament, but the Bulldogs went on to fall to Taft 5-3. After trailing 4-1 at the half, Jace Knowles and Quin King connected on a pair of goals to bring the score within 4-3, but Taft pulled away with a late goal to seal the win.   For more on this  story, click here.

Editors Note:  Diego Murado-Gomez is an exchange student from Spain and his host parent is the editor of BanderaNewzJunky.Com.   For more more information about the exchange student program, visit CETUSA.ORG.

Click here to read the full story.  Bandera County Commissioners have reinstated the "open burning ban" for Bandera County for the next 90 days or until rescinded by their order.  

Want to make your land and area safe from fire?  Here's some tips from the U.S. National Weather Service.

Click here to read the full story.  Bandera County Commissioners have reinstated the "open burning ban" for Bandera County for the next 90 days or until rescinded by their order.  

Want to make your land and area safe from fire?  Here's some tips from the U.S. National Weather Service.

In a 4-1 vote, the Bandera City Council voted during a special meeting on Jan. 2 to remove Nancy De Foster as City Marshal, citing insubordination against her supervisor, City Manager Stan Farmer.   Click here for the full Bulletin story.  

Note:  Both the public debate session and the vote are available at our Facebook page which you can access by clicking here:  Banderanewzjunky | Facebook or search "BanderaNewzJunky" on your Meta AI search bar.

Click here to see a photo of newly-elected Bandera County officials ​​Pct. 2 Constable Greg Spengler, Pct. 1 Constable Phil Tobin, County Attorney Janna Lindig, Sheriff Josh Teitge, Pct. 3 Constable Don Walters, Pct. 1 Commissioner Troy Konvicka, and Pct. 3 Commissioner Jack Moseley were sworn in on Friday, Jan. 2, with County Judge Richard Evans administering their oaths of office. 

Click here to see an image of new Bandera County Sheriff Josh Teitge swearing in his team of Bandera County Deputies under a new change of administration.

From dire service in Vietnam, World War II Service, and even a bull attacking a patrol car, Bandera County Veterans have poignant stories to tell.  The local Bandera Prophet has a strong commitment to the military and to the Veteran stories.  Click here to learn about the exposure that Bandera County Veterans, active-duty assignments of Bandera County residents and other military updates including Veterans stories.  

As a Veteran, the Bandera Prophet would like to hear your story.   Please join this great storytelling archive!   Click here to hear the Veteran stories or to get more information.  

The Bandera County Commissioners Court is accepting applications for the Precinct 4 Justice of the Peace position following the sudden passing of Judge Lynn Holt on Dec. 5. The decision to fill the vacancy was discussed at the court's regular meeting on Dec. 12.   Click here for more on this story.  

Jordan Tomkins was walking alone along Park Road 37 in Lakehills in April 2022.  She vanished two years ago without a trace, and still hasn't been found.  For more details on this story, click here.  It's time to talk.  

Click here to read about how the  American Legion Post 410, located in Lakehills, hosted their annual free Community Christmas Dinner. This year they fed more than 200 people. 

After an eminent domain potential threat,  Christmas came early for Robert Preston this year. Months of worry that he may have to sell his home have been alleviated, and the City of Bandera is no longer considering his property as the site for the new wastewater treatment facility.  “He brought me a letter yesterday,” Preston said of City Administrator Stan Farmer. “As far as I know, it’s a done deal. It’s over with.”   Many residents stood up and supported Mr. Preston in defending his property against eminent domain.  Click here for more on this decision.  

---- Editor's Note:  BanderaNewzJunky.Com is pleased to hear that Bandera County Commissioner Grothues is improving as we all continue our hopes and prayers for continued success. Get well soon Greg!  ----

An update on his health was included in the regular meeting of the

 Commissioner's Court.  Business included plat changes and continued work on the county's radio program.   For full details, click here.