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CVB gets new budget, highlights tourism growth

For almost two and a half centuries now, we have struggled back and forth while trying to do what we think is best for our country and those who live here.

EARLY VOTING

I’m happy when my opinion columns get a response. Because people get both sides of an issue. My Oct, 8 column declared the U.S. crime rate is falling. A writer, Marcus Kaspar, did not agree.

Bandera County celebrated National Night Out on Tuesday, Oct. 1, at the Bandera County Boys and Girls Clubs facility on Elm Street in Bandera.

The Texas Film Round-Up is actively searching for films and videotapes related to Bandera County’s history and culture.

Bandera County Commissioners approved the tax rates for 2025, with all commissioners voting in favor on Sept 26 except for Commissioner Greg Grothues, who was absent.

Dennis “Lynn” Sides, age 77, passed away on September 21, 2024.Dennis was born to Jay Sides and Mildred Lawson Sides on February 13, 1947, in Abilene,Texas. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in San Antonio and SouthwestTexas State University.Lynn worked as a teacher and coach until retirement at 57; he then became a peace officerwith the Medina County Sheriff’s Office and began his second career as the schoolresource officer for Medina Valley ISD.Lynn loved Jesus, life, family, mentoring children, being outdoors, and dancing. He met his wife, Diane, at a dance in 1990. In 10 months, they married and did not stopdancing until he became too sick.He was a loving, simple man who enjoyed time with family and friends.Lynn is survived by his wife, Diane Sides; brother Hardy (Gertie); daughters, Shaylyn Wells(Russell) and Stacy Kendrick (Michiel); bonus daughter and son, Jodee Post (Sion Menely)and Ryan Thompson. Grandchildren: Chris Stoops, Stephanie Carr, Michele Good, KaileeThompson, Chance Post, and Bella Lyn Thompson. Great-grandch i ldren: Chandler Stoops,Roxin and McKenna Carr, and Christopher Trippe, along with other beloved family membersand friends.There will be no typical service for Lynn as per his request, but, as he wished, there will be acelebration of life soon with a date and time to be announced.

Bandera, Texas – Claybourne Booker Davenport, 85, died on Friday, October 4, 2024, at the Davenport Ranch in Bandera, Texas. He was born in Hondo, Texas on October 1, 1939. He is the only child of Virginia Marie (Pyka) Overstreet and Warren William Davenport. Claybourne was named after his paternal uncle, who preceded him in death. He lived at the Davenport Ranch for his entire life; minus his 21year military commitment serving in the US Army.

Sheriff Dan Butts told the Bandera County Commissioners Court Sept. 26 after delivery his monthly report that his department currently has six openings and interviewed three pepole.

Editor’s Note: This obit ran in a previous issue and has been updated to include new memorial information.

Residents voice personal concerns during packed meeting

On Friday, Oct. 11, the Medina Bobcats and Lady Cats celebrated victories on the field and court, while also honoring several senior athletes.

The Frontier Times Museum is celebrating the super Hunter’s Moon this Saturday, October 19, with their second annual Moonshine and Moon Pie Party.

Editor’s note – Readers are reminded that an arrest is not an indication of guilt. People are presumed innocent after an arrest until convicted.

The Lakehills Area Library Garden Club invites the public to its upcoming program, Grow and Make Your Own Herbal Teas, on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the library’s meeting room.

Texas Salt Co. is set to open its newest venture, The Salt Block, an attraction that will merge a retail experience with local cowboy culture.

The Bandera County Retired Teachers Association (BCRTA) will hold its annual Scholarship Fund Spirit Night on Wednesday, Oct. 16, from 4 to 8 p.m. at The Dough Joe, 702 Main Street.

Last Friday, the Bandera Bulldogs football team secured a commanding victory over Pearsall on the road, improving their season record to 5-2 and marking a strong start with a 1-0 record in district play.

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Early voting for the 2024 General Election in Bandera County begins Monday, Oct. 21, and runs through Friday, Nov. 1.