Bosque County Blast

In this episode, we hear from Laura Bush from Bosque Animal Rescue Kennel. She tells us about the upcoming big BARK event, their annual Gala, and then talk to Dr. Julie Merriman about love and mental health. Listen in for this week's news briefs.Special thanks to our sponsors Savannah Lea with State Farm Insurance, Clifton Feed and Supply, Leon's Floor Covering, Corner Drug Cafe and the Screen Door Inn, Foothills Bar and Grill, and Cobb Properties. For this week's arrest report from the Bosque County Sheriff's Office go online and subscribe for only $5.99 a month. $49 for the year.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

NEWS BLAST PODCAST: In this episode, we caught up with Tracey Byrd, owner of the Blossom Shoppe in Clifton. She shares with us the joys and challenges behind providing flowers during the year's busiest holiday. You'll hear local news and events, including contests with the Greater Valley Mills Chamber of Commerce, Valentines with the Corner Drug Cafe and Cliftex Theatre, and Healthy Kids Running Series - Clifton, TX, the arrest report, and more:Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we caught up with the new chief of the Clifton Police Department, Chris Blanton. He's served the area before. We also talk to one sponsor about the Rattlesnake Roundup coming up in Walnut Springs a little later this year, and what's planned for 2022. You'll hear local news and events, the arrest report, and more. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we caught up with Renee Kettler about the next season of Healthy Kids Running Series, in Clifton, Texas. We also caught up with a Clifton local born and bred, Jesus Herrera, about the trade he found and the story behind it. We'll have local news briefs, including upcoming events and what to look for in the near future. At the end, we top it off with your local arrest report. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

For our lead story today, we caught up with several at the scene of a vehicle recover effort that began last weekend on behalf of the Bosque County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Trace Hendricks, Game Wardens, the Adventures with Purpose crew, and more joined to tow up vehicles from the bottom of Lake Whitney. It's not over yet, however, with more information to come from the sheriff's office. You'll also hear from the Texas A&M Singing Cadets of the recent performance at the Bosque Arts Center. Listen in for local news briefs and a portion of the local arrest report as well. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, you'll hear from Mayor Josh Thayer of Valley Mills about an investigation at city hall. We also caught up with Shasta Casey of the Grind Coffee House, and sampled the brew. You'll hear news briefs from across the county, including the Healthy Kids Running Series - Clifton, Texas, a fundraiser benefit with Meridian VFD for the assistant fire chief, youth baseball announcements, and more.  Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we'll head to the Meridian Civic Center several hours ago. Family members, the Bosque County Sheriff's Office, Johnson County Sheriff's Office, Bexar County Sheriff's Office, city employees, and more joined to honor Wayne Nowell, better known as butch. Pastor Tater Paschall of the Bosque County Cowboy Church officiated, opening with a prayer. Afterward, a letter from Butch's wife Lucy, was read to the crowd. The Fort Worth Police Honor Guard participated, and the ceremony was complete with "Taps" on trumpet and a bagpipe rendition of "Amazing Grace." You'll hear news briefs from across the county, including the Healthy Kids Running Series - Clifton, Texas, a fundraiser benefit with Meridian VFD for the assistant fire chief, youth baseball announcements, and more.  Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

We're back with Season 6! Listen in for your News Blast Podcast. In this episode, we talk to Meridian Police Chief Blake Johnson about the passing of Officer Butch Nowell. We talk about arrangements for Nowell, and what the Meridian Police Department has planned to honor him and his family.  You'll also hear from Lead Instructor Joe Langley of Clifton Martial Arts about the programs he offers, how the school started in Meridian at least 20 years ago, health benefits and how different styles are a great way to exercise anywhere. We've got local news briefs as well, including an important announcement from Bosque Animal Rescue Kennels, the Bosque Arts Center, Clifton Association for Baseball and Youth Sports, the Valley Mills Youth Baseball Association, and more. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, it's our last Blast from the Past. We'll be returning to our regular schedule on Thursday, but you can find some big stories of 2021, including vandalism investigated by the Meridian Police Department, wedding vows exchanged at a barbecue cookoff, and the dedication of the John A. Lomax Amphitheater last year. Listen in for the best moments of our most popular episodes of 2021, and watch out for some fresh news Thursday. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, you'll hear from many we encountered on the Clifton Chamber of Commerce's Norwegian Country Christmas Tour. We stopped at every location this year in an attempt to find more history and capture some of what makes this annual event in Bosque County memorable each year. The Bosque Museum with Erin Shields and Bosque Arts Center with Linda Pfeiffer were our first stops, on the backstory of their Christmas exhibits this year. We caught up with Jamie Flanagan and Lee Collier at the Valley View House. Both Hank Dawson of Dawson Farms at the Switching House and Sidney Carlisle at the Pederson Home talked the history behind their structures.  You'll hear from  Mark Varhaug and Debbie Ferguson, both presidents of the Norwegian Society of Texas and Bosque County Genealogical Society, respectively. We caught up with a Ringness Family member at the Ringness House Museum. You'll hear from Clifton ISD's Elementary Honors Choir at the Rock Church, and some awesome history from Pastor Bill Metting and a congregation member at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Norse.  Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, it's a Bosque County Blast from the past. For the next couple weeks, we'll be revisiting some of the stories from our most popular episodes of 2021. In this episode, we revisit some stories from March and July, including the tractor pull from Clifton City Park, a PSA, and performance of 101 Dalmatians at the Bosque Arts Center.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, it's a Bosque County Blast from the past. For the next couple weeks, we'll be revisiting some of the stories from our most popular episodes of 2021. In this episode, we talked to Angela Smith of the City of Clifton/Clifton Main Street about a grant for street improvements, Bosque County Sheriff Trace Hendricks about his first week in the role, and Linda Lucas Hardy about color pencil masterworks. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, you'll hear from Wreaths Across America Ceremonies in Clifton and Cranfills Gap. Kathy Harr, Cheryl Niemeyer, Pastor Clint Schofield of First Presbyterian Church, Grover McMains, and many volunteers took it upon themselves to lay the wreaths in Bosque County Ceremonies Saturday morning. We also talk to Lorana Rush of the Tin Building Theatre about a Mardi Gras Celebration coming up in February at the Bosque Arts Center, and hear from some volunteers at the West Shore VFD Jingle Bell Parade and Chili Supper fundraiser. Listen for some local announcements of area Christmas Eve Candlelight Services, and some New Years Plans with Meridian, Texas Parks & Recreation. For the end, we've got highlights from the local arrest report. This will be our last regular episode of 2021, with future episodes to review some of the best stories of this year. Also, watch out for a special episode or two while we take a break and get ready for 2022. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, you'll hear a portion of the awards ceremony hosted at the Bosque County Sheriff's Office for the safe return of Cody and Jessi Lowery. We've also a message for the the ranchers from Clifton Feed and Service, and little jazz from the Clifton Middle School Band. We take a look at local events with Wreaths Across America, FUMC Meridian, St. Olafs Kirke, and more. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

This is a rough copy of the speech delivered by Donna Jarman, David Anavitarte, and the crowd singing Amazing Grace at the Bosque Chorale Thursday, December 9, 2021.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we caught up with several that helped put on the live Nativity at First United Methodist Church in Valley Mills last night. Trish Baum of the Camel Corps, Pastor Jamie McLaughlin, and Don Poston tell the story of how this came to be. You'll hear local news briefs and some upcoming Christmas events, like the MES Christmas Winter Program and Christmas Eve Church Services, services before we move to the local arrest report. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, you'll hear from Interim Clifton Police Chief Gage Guinn about the recent attempted burglary at the tail end of November. The Bosque County Sheriff's Office and Clifton Police responded to the incident, and Sheriff Hendricks even weighed in on why a local pharmacy was targeted. We talked to Dana Chastain about the live nativity coming up at Immanuel Lutheran Church, in which five scenes are being added to this awesome production this year. It's a little bit like a combination of a drive-in movie and live-action play on 15 stages. Then it's off to the Frazier Performance Hall for the Handel's Messiah. President Donna Jarman of the Bosque Civic Music Association dedicated the performance to Joy Williamson and Steve Watson. David Anavitarte explained a little history of "Messiah" before the show started. Then, it was sweet, sweet music. We've got news briefs about upcoming events in Valley Mills, a parade and fundraiser hosted by West Shore VFD, and big plans for a market at the Bosque County Cowboy Church this weekend. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we talk to several at the Norwegian Country Christmas Tour in anticipation of our special episode. We caught up with Ronnie Ringness of the Ringness House Museum, Sidney Thomason of the Cranfills Gap Chamber of Commerce on the Pederson House, and Pastor Bill Metting of our Saviors Lutheran Church in Norse. We also spoke with President Mark Varhaug of the Norewgian Society of Texas, and President Debbie Ferguson of the Bosque County Genealogical Society. You'll hear from a key organizer at the Cranfills Gap Lutefisk this year, Laura Rose For our final story, it's to Meridian for the event at the Chisholm Trail Plaza and Christmas on the Bosque. Meridian Mayor Ryan Niewenhuis gave a speech for the occasion, while Meridian Police Chief Blake Johnson delivered a prayer. Also, we have a special message from the Angel Tree Coordinator there, Tonya Garza. In between, it's news and local events, with your local arrest report.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, you'll hear from Sharon Salmon, who has been helping the Clifton Ministerial Alliance put together the community garden next to the Clifton Food Pantry. We find the real meaning behind gardening in the process. We also talk with Bryan Davis and David Anavitarte of the Bosque Chorale about the upcoming concert at the Frazier Performance Hall. Some of Handel's "Messiah" will be performed, in honor of two founding members of the chorale. We look at the history of "Messiah," as well as a little bit of the folklore behind it. Both Davis and Anavitarte talked the profound impact that both Steve Watson and Joy Williamson had in the founding of the Bosque Chorale. Listen in for news briefs from the Clifton Chamber of Commerce, the Cranfills Gap Lutefisk Dinner, the Greater Valley Mills Chamber of Commerce, Nellie Pederson Civic Library, and many more ongoing events this weekend.  Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we talk to members of the congregation, and Pastor John Thiele about the 59th Annual Zion United Church Sausage Supper. The tradition keeps many coming back for delicious handmade sausage, and out of this world desserts. We also talk to a family that's been coming out to the Radde-Tannebaum tree farm for generations, as well as owner Cathy Radde, about the tree farm that draws crowds each year. You'll hear local events and news briefs, including the "Spread the Light" contest in Valley Mills, events at the Bosque Arts Center, Santa at the Meridian Public Library, Christmas on the Bosque,  and more. Last, we'll conclude with the local arrest report. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we talk to Interim Chief Gage Guinn of the Clifton Police Department about local law enforcement's response to a car fire Thanksgiving morning. The Bosque County Sheriff's Office, Clifton VFD, and North Bosque EMS arrived, with the Texas DPS still investigating the incident. Remember, as many of us enjoy time off with our family and friends, the call never goes unanswered. You'll hear an important message on how to take care of your pets properly in colder weather from the experts at Clifton Feed. We've got a lot of news briefs and events happening this weekend as well. You'll also hear from Jan Kieta of the Bosque Arts Center, about Tablescapes and how the show continues.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, you'll hear from some at the 29th Annual Santa's Angel Toy Run in Meridian. We've also got the details on the Angel Tree for youth in need around the county. We've got news briefs and events, and your local arrest report.  Renee Kettler talks the massive of amount of work and ingredients that went into the Clifton Lions Club's Pancake Supper in Clifton, which packed blocks around the Clifton Civic Center. Last Friday, students, residents and many more turned out at food banks for the Annual Food for Families Drive. We caught up with a couple Clifton teachers about the event. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, you'll hear from Bosque County Sheriff Trace Hendricks on some new bulletproof vests for the department. We've got updates for Thanksgiving events, like those at Corner Drug Cafe, Foothills Restaurant and Bar, and the Clifton Church of Christ. For our final story, we'll stop by the Corner Drug Cafe for some traditional Norwegian cookie-making.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, you'll hear from many at the Veterans Day Ceremony held at Clifton ISD in the Performing Arts Center. Wreaths Across America, Clifton VFW Post 8553, the CES  Choir, the Clifton High School Band, and many more participated in this event organized by the Bosque River Valley Chapter of NSDAR. We also talk to a local business owner about a big Thanksgiving Day meal coming up, before we head to local events with the Meridian Public Library, the Clifton Chamber of Commerce, Bosque Museum, Bosque County Child Welfare Board, and more. Before we close, you'll hear a part of the local arrest report.  Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we'll head to Cranfills Gap for the Veterans Day Ceremony held last Thursday. A large crowd gathered to honor those men and women that have served their country. You'll hear local news briefs, a big announcement from CobraTec in Meridian, and more before the local weather report and forecast for the upcoming week. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, you'll hear from Carol Linn and Libby Olsen of Bosque County Spay Neuter. We also caught up with Alicia Reed about the disappearance of John Richard Creech, and how the case has been re-opened. We'll take a look at news briefs and  the first round of playoffs in Football. Listen for a fresh round of local news briefs, and more community announcements. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we're back to the music with the 8th Annual Texas Troubadour Songwriter Classic at the Bosque Arts Center. Here's a mashup of the performances Saturday evening from the five troubadours that joined in this year. You'll hear Amy Taylor, Blake Dagley, Sadie Self, Zac Clifton, and Bill Sibley. We also caught up with Paige Key of the Clifton Chamber of Commerce about upcoming events, the Norwegian Country Christmas Tour, Chamber Membership Drive, and the 28th ornament that features a bit of Bosque County history. You'll hear a fresh round of news briefs before the local arrest report. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we talk to some ghouls and goblins about recent Halloween festivities in the county. We'll take a look at local news too. Before we head to Halloween weekend events across the county, we'll highlight community care with Holy Guacamole, put on by the Clifton Ministerial alliance. We'll take a look at local news briefs, including the Sausage Supper by Zion United Church, Veteran's Day Ceremonies in Cranfills Gap and Clifton, and more before your local arrest report. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we take a look at local Halloween events countywide, football scores from Friday, and your Bosque County Weather Report for this week.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, you'll hear from Peg Piltingsrud about an upcoming class to teach the Norwegian tradition of Rosemalling. She talks its history, classes on how to do it at the Bosque Arts Center and a live demonstration at the 219 Artisan Market.  We'll also take a look at Halloween events from Laguna Park to Morgan, all the way to Clifton, and even to Valley Mills. Before we conclude, we'll take a look at local football teams and where they're headed (or not) this week.  Renee Kettler also talks the end of the fall season of the Healthy Kids Running Series.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we'll do something a little different. We're taking a look at music in recent weeks across the county, before we talk the National Championship Barbecue Cookoff. We talked to a ton of seasoned cookers there, including one that overcame an emergency to be there, and even won two awards. You'll hear local news briefs, like some Halloween party plans at Foothills Restaurant and Bar, the Bosque Arts Center, Clifton Main Street, and more. We're even looking ahead at Thanksgiving events, like the Clifton Civic Improvement Society's Turkey Dinner and the community Thanksgiving meal at Corner Drug Cafe. Last, but not least, you'll hear some of the local arrest report. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we'll talk to Angela Smith of the City of Clifton and Clifton Main Street about FallFest 2021. She talks sponsors, what changed with the event this year, and how everything went. You'll hear from Jan Zuelkhe about the murders that took place in Clifton in 1985. Zuehlke worked with Mickey Bryan, and at the school at the same time as Joe Bryan, though not on the same campus.  The events ultimately inspired her daughter and she to write a book. We've got other news briefs from around Bosque County as well. Last but certainly not least, we'll take a look at local football schedules for this week. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we hear from a barbecuer with a team name like no other planning to compete at the National Championship Barbecue Cookoff. You'll also hear from Judith Baker, featured artist at the Bosque Arts Center for the month of October. She speaks about her art, and the science behind it.  and We'll take a look at local news briefs, and what's to come in Bosque before your local arrest report. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we talk National Domestic Violence Awareness month with the co-founder of a local Women's Shelter in Bosque, Sarina Ozuna. We talk about the recent case that swept the nation, how to identify toxic and potentially abusive relationships, and how you can find local support. You'll hear the local weather report, and we take a look at local sports. Listen in for the weekend edition of the Bosque County Blast. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we'll talk to Valley Mills Police Chief Roy Fikac about a fundraiser for the youth this year. You'll also hear from Jackie Murski on some upcoming BARK events, and other news briefs around Bosque County. Last but certainly not least, we'll take a look at local football schedules for this week. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

 In this episode, we hear from many at the dedication of the John A. Lomax literary Landmark Saturday in Meridian, Texas. Director Marianne Woerner and Pam Hardcastle from the Meridian Texas Public Library spoke, in addition to Texas Texas State Library and Archives Commission Director and Libarian Gloria Meraz, and Rebekah Manley of Texas Center for the Book. We take a look at local news briefs like the Big Buck Contest, FallFest, National Championship Barbecue Cookoff, and the Norwegian Country Christmas Home Tour. You'll hear the arrest report, and we talk barbecue with a local couple that renewed their vows...at a barbecue competition in Texas.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we take a look at local sports from across the county, weather for the week, local events, and news. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

 In this episode, we'll talk to a local cooker about the competition at the National Championship Barbecue Cookoff this year. You'll also hear from Kathy Harr on an important memorial coming up in December, and how a national organization gone local needs volunteers and more. We cover local news events coming up in Bosque County, as well as a look at sports schedules for every local school district. Cranfills Gap and Walnut Springs are set to play today, while everyone else will take to the field tomorrow night. Listen in for your News Blast Podcast.  Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we hear from Karen Cornett, President of BCSN, who recently helped the organization with many others put on its annual fundraiser. We talk to Renee Kettler about the Healthy Kids Running Series and how Week 2 went. We cover local news and upcoming events, as well as the arrest report from the Bosque County Sheriff's Office. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we hear from Heath Wright of Ricochet, set to headline FallFest in Downtown Clifton this year. We pay a visit to the John A. Lomax Amphitheater for the Lomax Gathering held by the Bosque Museum, talk countywide news briefs, and even hear a little bit from the first run of the Healthy Kids Running Series Clifton, Texas from last Sunday. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, you'll hear from Director Deb Phinney of the Bosque Arts Center's latest production this fall, Honky Tonk Hissy Fit. We take a look at some local event updates before the local arrest report as well. Listen in for your News Blast Podcast. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we hear from Meridian Police Chief  Blake Johnson on recent vandalism in Meridian, and take a look at local weather for the next week. We'll look at upcoming events today with the Bosque Museum and Bosque County Spay Netuer,  and check out how football teams did across the county. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we hear from T. Graham Brown, who recently delivered a stunning show at the Bosque Arts Center, we'll take a look at sports coming up this weekend and a countywide news blast. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we hear from the Meridian Public Library, we'll deliver this week's arrest report and a countywide news blast. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

A big weekend in Bosque County means a big episode. Listen in to hear from members of the Bosque Arts Center, including Joyce Jones and Paige Sibila, speak at the opening of the biggest art show in Bosque. We also caught up with local artists Lloyd Voges of Clifton and Thomas Tankersley of Valley Mills. They talked about their respective mediums in the creation of art, why they do it, and how they made it into the Bosque Art Classic this year. We caught up with a local member of First Security State Bank, and how they're moving into the future with Apple and Google Pay.  You'll hear from Toney Rogers and Savannah Reed of Armadillo Prints, about the new future for the shop, the Glitzy Armadillo. Last, but certainly not least, we visit places around the area in an audio montage of events that happened this past weekend. You'll hear the sidelines at Valley Mills ISD, the gallery at the BAC, County Judge Cindy Vanlandingham speak at the Patriot Day gathering at the Bosque County Courthouse, and more. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

In this episode, we'll take a look at weekend events, sports scores, the arrest report, and some great feature stories. You'll hear from Valley Mills Police Chief Roy Fikac about the recent vandalism on the school football field, and what happened as a result. Paul Hardcastle of the National Championship Barbecue Cookoff talks about what's new this year with the festival and delicious competition. We've got local events featured from the Bosque Arts Center, NSDAR, Bosque Animal Rescue Kennels, the Cranfills Gap Chamber, Bacon Bash Texas, and much more. Listen for upcoming games this week, law enforcement, and much more. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

Listen in for your Tuesday Newsday! But we're back to Monday/Thursday episodes next week as summer is officially winding down. For this episode, we interviewed Singer/Songwriter Marty Haggard about his roots, and what he brings to the table as a judge in the Texas Troubador Songwriter Classic.  You'll also hear from LeAnne McCamey who started recently as Collection Manager at the Bosque County Collection. Last, we'll head to Clifton and Meridian for some football last week during the season opening games. We heard a little from the head coaches, a local photographer and Cheer Instructor Jessica Risinger as well. The 9/11 Tribute Dinner in Valley Mills has about 40 seats left, with all proceeds benefitting Valley Mills Police and the Valley Mills Volunteer Fire Department. We've got events from BARK, the Cranfills Gap Chamber of Commerce, Clifton Chamber of Commerce and much more. Listen in for the News Blast Podcast for Bosque County. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

We're finally back with season 5 of the Bosque County Blast! We've got a really important message from Adam Willmann of Goodall-Witcher Healthcare today on rural hospitals, how COVID-19 affects care centers across the state, and even people in our community with other health concerns.  We caught up with Kyle Fields for look a big Central Texas Youth Fair Fundraiser in Clifton. There's also time to get involved with the Meridian 4H & FFA Buyers Association and Summer Palooza. Last, but certainly not least, we'll talk to Jackie Murski of Bosque Animal Rescue Kennels about neglected animal that led to intervention from the Bosque County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Trace Hendricks weighs in on the situation and what happened.  September 11 is huge day for events across the county, with a Patriotic 9/11 Tribute planned at the Bosque County Courthouse at noon, and much more. We've got a lot of highlights of all that's happening in October and the rest of September.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

Listen in for your Tuesday Newsday. For our feature stories today, we'll talk to Angela Smith of Clifton Main Street about big plans for a great event in October: Fallfest. A ton of activities are planned in downtown Clifton. Renee Kettler gives us the details on the Healthy Kids Running Series set for late September and October. This year, there's even an event planned for parents. You'll hear from Smith again on a big update with the Legacy Park project in Clifton, with the old auction barn finally to be restored. Last, but certainly not least, you'll hear from new Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Bob Featherston, who is overseeing the Valley Mills Eagles as they take off this year. Listen for updated news on the Big Buck Contest from the Clifton Chamber of Commerce, Clifton Feed, and Keith's Ace Hardware in Clifton. We've included special announcements from the Bosque Arts Center, Corner Drug Cafe, Savannah Lea State Farm, Bosque Animal Rescue Kennels, the Cranfills Gap Chamber, events in Valley Mills and more across the county. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

Listen in for a story of the recent harvest at the historic Tobia Knudson Vineyard near Cranfills Gap. We talked to volunteers, a winemaker, and Owners Ed and Phyllis Rieser about the challenges of nature in Bosque County last year, as well as some family history about the land.  Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)

Listen in for your Tuesday Newsday. For our feature stories today, we'll talk to Kirk Turner, who recently was hired on for the title of Bosque County Emergency Coordinator. Listen in for his past experience and how he feels about joining county operations. We caught up with Paul Hardcastle of Meridian Grassroots and the Meridian TX Parks Board of Directors. Work on the Chisholm Trail Plaza is underway, while landscaping efforts in the area continue.  You'll also hear from Athletic Directors/Head Coaches Chuck Caniford of Clifton Cubs Athletics, and Wade Morton of the Meridian Yellow Jackets. We've got a special giveaway with HKRS, updated news on the Big Buck Contest from the Clifton Chamber of Commerce, Clifton Feed, and Keith's Ace Hardware in Clifton. We've included special announcements from the Bosque Arts Center, Corner Drug Cafe, Savannah Lea State Farm, and more across the county.  Watch for a special episode later on this week for grape harvest like no other...Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=X5XXASRHXWAAW)