Podcasts about East Central

East Central vs Whiteland Sectional Championship Football, Nov. 7, 2025

This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. The Council held the last session of its legislative term as scheduled at 7 PM. All 9 Councilors were present in Chambers for this session.Quick recap:Approximately the first 45 minutes of the meeting were taken up with multiple citizen comments, many on the 444 East Central development proposal which while one of their complaints is that the Council doesn't listen to them, also ironically indicates that they haven't listened or don't understand the meaning of due processOne comment revealed the first annual Caregiver Appreciation day scheduled for Nov 7 at the Senior Center from 11 - 3 PM. (Note, on that the day the regular Senior Center activities are canceled)Appointments to the Agricultural Commission - Jennifer Sweeney (Associate Seat) and to the Council on Aging - Roberta Trahan were both approved by 9-0 votesThe Public Hearing, originally scheduled for Oct 15, and continued to this date, was opened and eventually closed with no public or Council comments on the multiple modifications of a Section 15 Package Store All Alcoholic Beverages License: Change of License Manager... Doing business as Liquor World. The measure was approved by 9-0 voteThe Council approved a Farmer-Winery Farmers Market License - Blisspoint LLC d/b/a Blisspoint Meadery by a 9-0 votePresentation: Franklin Elks Riders Donation to Veterans' Services Department. Veterans Service Officer, Shannon Nisbett received the check for $2000 from this year's ridesResolution 25-70: Adoption of Cannabis licensing Local Approval Process and Cannabis Social Equity Policy (Motion to Approve Resolution 25-70 - Majority Vote) Moved, second. The proposal is modeled after that of Shrewsbury as they are the only 1 approved now, 100+ communities remain to develop one and get theirs approved. This is an example of additional revenue from cannabis, almost $.5m yearly total. NETA has done well hereGift acceptance, $10,000 from Adirondack ClubResolution 25-67: Expenditure Limits for FY2026 on Departmental Revolving Funds Established by Franklin Town Code Chapter 73, as Provided in MGL Chapter 44, §53 E½, as Amended (Electric Vehicle Charging Stations) approved by 9-0 vote, may need to adjusted upward as time goes and action on this revenue stream increasesFrom the Town Administrator's Report Purchase of the SNETT extension is complete, now owned by the Town, Work remains to be funded and completed but the registry of deeds has the record of ownershipFormally closed on Franklin Ridge, contracts going out to bid, info sessions in the spring on lottery process etc. Construction once begun is anticipated to go 18-24 monthsApproximately, the remaining 40 minutes of the meeting were Councilor Comments reflecting on accomplishments for this term, recognition of the 3 not running for re-election, etc.The recording runs about 2 hours & 12 minutes--------------The Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NIgSJh9fWjAThe agenda and associated documents for this session -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_10292025-1978My full set of notes in one PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XVFpF-Gf2ULj1avVodFT4RXGkXMvWvg5/view?usp=drive_link -------------We are now producing this in

East Central's frustrating, injury-plagued 2025 campaign came to a close on Friday, Oct. 31, as they fell by a final score of 28-6 to Clemens at Hornet Stadium. The loss dropped the Hornets to 2-8 on the season and 1-7 in District 29-6A. This marks the first time that EC will miss the playoffs since 2022. The Hornets and the Buffaloes were locked in a virtual stalemate the entire first half, with the only scoring coming off a touchdown by Clemens midway through the first quarter. Neither offense could move on the other the rest of the way, giving the...Article Link

East Central vs Franklin Community Sectional Football, Oct. 31, 2025

For the second time this season, the East Central Hornets found themselves on the short end of the stick in overtime. This time, they fell to the Johnson Jaguars in Buda at Bob Shelton Stadium Oct. 24, by a final score of 35-28. The loss dropped East Central to 2-7 on the season and 1-4 in District 29-6A. Head Coach Joe Hubbard's squad – which was fighting for its playoff life in the contest against Johnson – was buoyed early on by the return from injury of senior quarterback Jay Crosby, who had been out of action since before District...Article Link

This session shares the Finance Committee meeting conducted Wednesday, October 22, 2025. The Committee opened with 3 new members getting sworn in. The Committee also formally organized itself with votes to select George Conley as Chair, Natalie Riley as Vice-Chair and Lauren Nagel as ClerkQuick recap:The agenda could not be completed in the time allotted before the Town Council meeting at 7:00 PM. The planned 'deep dive' on Technology was the major item as it will be rescheduled to their Nov 5 meeting.During Citizen Comments, M Minnechelli spoke on the economics of development proposals, i.e. 444 E Central, and the need for some body, perhaps FinCom to weigh in to help clarify the numbers that are being mentioned which are conflicting and perhaps erroneous. The Town Administrator advised not weighing in on the specifics of 444 East Central as the public hearing is underway. However an understanding of the overall economics of development would be a good topic for a future meetingMuch of the discussion revolved around the fiscal issues currently being faced not just by Franklin but by most communities in the State. The "perfect storm" report by the MMA was referenced. The work underway at the State level to take a new look at local contributions for Chap 70 could affect our "hold harmless" situation. The Federal cuts will affect Mass revenues, and some of that will also affect our State funding.The MMA "perfect storm" report -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/19iUBj6jDGQuWo8XDCfhwefqnK9WlALK1/view?usp=drive_link The Town Administrator memo of Aug 7 was refreshed as many appear to have not read it, or understood the implications -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UnddsW97syeHkkVjNOgRlOkKgHgOGiS0/view?usp=drive_link The recording runs just about 68 minutes, let's listen--------------Franklin TV broadcast is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMhCNMRndj0 The agenda doc -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_10222025-1961 My notes in one PDF file -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/11PCj1OfVixPiPgZ8jrk5-HD7VjH3vuEu/view?usp=drive_link -------------We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.How can you help?If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighborsIf you don't like something here, please let me knowAnd if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach. We'll share and show you what and how we do what we doThrough this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or

On a night when Hornet Stadium was awash in pink as part of East Central's annual Pink Out tradition on Friday, Oct. 17, the home team was left battered, black, and blue as they fell to the visiting New Braunfels Canyon Cougars by a final score of 28-7. The loss dropped the Hornets to 2-6 on the season and 1-3 in District 29-6A play. Early on, it looked like the game was going to be a low-scoring defensive battle, with each team's offenses being turned away on each of their first two offensive possessions. The Hornets gained some offensive rhythm...Article Link

East Central vs Roncalli Football, Oct. 17, 2025

Rob Moorhead and Jerry Stenger catch up with East Central's Jake Meiners after the Trojans' loss at Roncalli.

A team member signals “all systems go” as the East Central High School Electrathon team competes in the High Plains Electrathon, held recently in Hays, Kansas. East Central's team and vehicle, Stinger, were in first place right up until the last 15 minutes of the second heat, when they were lapped by a Kansas team. The East Central contingent took second place, coming in only 28 seconds, half a lap, behind the first-place team. The East Central team was back in action Oct. 11 at Medina Valley High School in Medina Valley.Article Link

The heart and toughness that Head Coach Joe Hubbard has been preaching to and about his East Central Hornets were on full display this past Friday, Oct. 10, as the team fought its way back from a three-score deficit at halftime to beat the San Marcos Rattlers 28-24 at Rattler Stadium in San Marcos. East Central fell behind by a score of 21-0 going into the half, after San Marcos senior quarterback Frans Steyn connected with senior Henry Harris for a 74-yard touchdown strike with less than a minute remaining in the second quarter. Hubbard's squad found themselves down 24-0...Article Link

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East Central vs Greensburg Football, Oct. 10, 2025

Rob Moorhead and Jerry Stenger catch up with East Central's Jake Meiners after the Trojans' win at Greensburg.

East Central Independent School District sent a letter to parents Oct. 1, after an unloaded pistol was found in a student's backpack earlier in the day. The district advised that East Central High School entered a “hold alert” at 11:33 a.m. that day after receiving a report of a possible weapon on the campus. “Administration and ECPD [East Central Police Department] acted immediately, searched a student, and recovered an unloaded pistol in the backpack,” the district said, adding that no staff or students were threatened. According to the district, the student in possession of the weapon was detained without incident...Article Link

Voters in the East Central and La Vernia independent school districts (ISDs) are asked to weigh in Nov. 4 on proposals to capture “golden pennies.” Called a voter approval tax ratification election — or VATRE — voters in both districts are being asked to decide measures that, if approved, would allocate additional funds to daily operations, such as teacher pay and benefits, maintenance, and safety and security. On the ballot, voters are being asked if they will authorize the East Central and La Vernia ISDs to “access the maintenance and operations tax rate to create additional local funding.” The districts...Article Link

Rob Moorhead and Jerry Stenger catch up with East Central's Jake Meiners after the Trojans' win against Connersville.

East Central vs Connersville Football, Oct. 3, 2025

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Heading into their game against the Judson Rockets this past Friday, Sept. 26, the East Central Hornets knew they would need to play as good of a football game as they have all season in order to get a win on the road at Rutledge Stadium. The prediction was accurate and almost came true, before EC fell in an overtime thriller by 7 points, with a final score of 34-27. The Rockets got the scoring started early in the first quarter and held the lead until the Hornets exploded for 20 points during the second. Led by a steady ground...Article Link

East Central vs South Dearborn Football, Sep. 26, 2025

Matt Scheidler and Jerry Stenger catch up with East Central's Jake Meiners after the Trojans' win against South Dearborn. 

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The East Central faithful filled nearly every seat in Hornet Stadium for the home team's matchup against the visiting Boerne Greyhounds on Friday, Sept. 19. The game served as EC's Homecoming, but it was the visitors who left with a 49-13 win. The loss dropped East Central to 1-3 on the season with another tough District 29-6A season looming. The Hornets knew the game was going to be a tough one, as they were without quarterback Jay Crosby. The senior left the game against Clark last week due to injury; junior signal caller Isaiah Gonzalez, who played in relief of...Article Link

East Central at Batesville Football, Sep. 19, 2025

Rob Moorhead, Tom Snape, and Jerry Stenger catch up with East Central's Jake Meiners after the Trojans' win at Batesville.

East Central traveled to the Dub Farris Athletic Complex on the far north side of San Antonio for a non-district tilt against the Cougars of Tom C. Clark High School on Friday, Sept. 12. In a contest that proved to be an absolute thriller, the Hornets ultimately suffered defeat by a final score of 26-23. The loss dropped East Central to 1-2 on the season. For most of the game, the defenses proved to be winning the battles on both sides of the field. In a tough, physical contest, injuries began to pile up and ultimately played a factor, as...Article Link

Rob Moorhead and Jerry Stenger catch up with East Central's Jake Meiners after the Trojans' win at Franklin County.

East Central at Franklin County Football, Sep. 12, 2025

It was a packed house at Hornet Stadium on Friday, Sept. 5, as the home team East Central Hornets took on the visiting Theodore Roosevelt Rough Riders. Fans filled the stadium for EC's annual Gold Out game, which was also Senior Night. The home team put on an offensive show for the fans, pulling away in the second half by a final score of 43-13. The win evened the Hornets' record this season to 1-1 after last week's heartbreaker against the Harlan Hawks. After stalling on their opening drive, senior quarterback Jay Crosby found sophomore receiver Keyontrae Davis on fourth...Article Link

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Rob Moorhead and Jerry Stenger catch up with East Central's Jake Meiners after the Trojans' loss to Lawrence North. 

East Central at Lawrence North Football, Sep. 5, 2025

The East Central varsity Lady Hornet volleyball team is enjoying a 12-5 overall record. Scores (8/12) fell to Veterans Memorial, 3-0(8/15) def. Highlands***, 2-0(8/15) def. Edison***, 2-0(8/15) def. Southside***, 2-0(8/16) def. TMI-Episcopal***, 2-1(8/16) def. Jay***, 2-0(8/16) def. South San Antonio***, 2-0(8/19) def. SA Roosevelt, 3-0(8/21) def. Medina Valley***, 2-1(8/21) def. Goliad***, 2-0(8/21) def.Comfort***, 2-0(8/22) def. MacArthur***, 2-1(8/22) fell to Pioneer***, 2-0(8/22) fell to Edinburg***, 2-0(8/23) fell to Corpus Christi VeteransMemorial***, 2-1(8/25) def. South San Antonio***, 2-0(8/26) def. San Antonio Christian, 3-2***Tournament The Lady Hornets hosted Jay Sept. 2 and will host Judson on Tuesday, Sept. 9, at 7 p.m.Article Link

Felipe Salazar is a masterful storyteller; but his stories contain no written or spoken word. That's because Felipe tells stories through photographs. For the past 15 years, Felipe has contributed sports photos to the Wilson County News. His action shots have filled the youth sports section, detailing the blood, sweat, and tears of young athletes throughout the county's school districts. From Nixon- Smiley to East Central, and Floresville to La Vernia, Felipe's court and field presence brilliantly captured the high energy of school sports. But his journey as a photographer extends beyond the sports world. Anyone who has ever attended...Article Link

Rob Moorhead and Jerry Stenger catch up with East Central's Jake Meiners after the Trojans win over Harrison. 

East Central at Harrison Football, Aug. 29, 2025

This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. All 9 members of the committee were present. Quick recap:In the first of 2 long updates, discussions, the Council ultimately approved the restoration of the 3rd ambulance by adjusting the expense budget by $114K, authorizing the hiring of 2 firefighter/paramedics, and including half of the anticipated ambulance revenue in the budget to balance for the $231,152 shortfall in State funding that came after the State finalized their budget in JulyIn the 2nd, key decision, the Council voted 7-2 to NOT accept a private donation to provide funding for the health & wellness nurse at the Senior Center. There are 2 actions out of this: one for the Town Administrator to find another way to fund and restore the position, and 2 - to draft a policy for the Town on donations and acceptable uses. As noted during the discussion, the School District has such a policy, the Town does notPer legal advice, the Town Council can not rescind the 40b approval vote for the 444 East Central development. Residents are encouraged to continue to participate in both the Zoning Board of Appeals and Conservation Commission meeting as the project moves through the process. There is no short cut to this long process.Franklin Ridge project is likely to put shovel in the ground before year end (a delay from what was announced earlier this year). In another year, the operator will begin outreach and info session for the resident application process. Federal income guidelines will be followed but 70% of the units to be prioritized for Franklin residentsAdditional items will be added to the recap with the publication of the meeting audio and also covered in the Town Council Quarterbacking session when shared in a couple of days.The recording runs about 3 hour & 15 minutes--------------Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-E1pOkLizKc Agenda doc can be found -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08132025-1852 My full set of notes in one PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UPwTkHaZv3OVhfIpt5HqxFs-k7-sfa5S/view?usp=drive_link-------------We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.How can you help?If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighborsIf you don't like something here, please let me knowAnd if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We'll share and show you what and how we do what we doThrough this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @...

The East Central Independent School District (ISD) Board of Trustees has voted to place a Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election (VATRE) on the ballot this November, according to a statement Aug. 21. If approved, the measure will provide additional revenue to support an increase in teacher and staff pay that was not covered in House Bill 2, enhancing safety and security, maintaining essential student programs, and addressing the district's budget deficit — without increasing the overall tax burden compared to last year. Why a “VATRE”? Property values have risen across Texas, yet schools don't see more money. When local revenue increases,...Article Link

Rob Moorhead and Brad Fentress catch up with East Central's Jake Meiners after the Trojans win on the road against Lawrenceburg.

East Central at Lawrenceburg Football, Aug. 22, 2025

Jake Meiners in the Head Coach of the East Central High School football program. His Trojans battle Lawrenceburg Friday night in the opening game of the 2025 Skyline Chili Crosstown Showdown.Jake joined us on ESPN1530.Podcasts of The Mo Egger Radio Show are a service of Longnecks Sports Grill.Listen to the show live weekday afternoons 3:00 - 6:00 on ESPN1530. Listen Live: ESPN1530.com/listenGet more: https://linktr.ee/MoEggerFollow on X: @MoEggerInstagram too: @MoEgger

Jake Meiners in the Head Coach of the East Central High School football program. His Trojans battle Lawrenceburg Friday night in the opening game of the 2025 Skyline Chili Crosstown Showdown.Jake joined us on ESPN1530.Podcasts of The Mo Egger Radio Show are a service of Longnecks Sports Grill.Listen to the show live weekday afternoons 3:00 - 6:00 on ESPN1530. Listen Live: ESPN1530.com/listenGet more: https://linktr.ee/MoEggerFollow on X: @MoEggerInstagram too: @MoEgger

East Central Independent School District (ISD) school board Vice President Emilio Carrasco has completed the Texas Association of School Boards' (TASB) Leadership program and earned the distinguished Master Trustee designation — one of the highest honors in Texas school board service. The district is proud to recognize Carrasco for his achievement, after completing the year-long Leadership TASB program, one of the state's premier leadership development opportunities for school board members. Carrasco, who represents District 6 on the East Central ISD board of trustees, began his service in 2022; his present term expires in 2028. He has served as board vice...Article Link

A La Vernia Independent School District (ISD) bus full of students is among the vehicles idling Aug. 4 on Bluebonnet Road (F.M. 775) after turning off U.S. 87 near Koepp Chevrolet, waiting to deliver students to La Vernia junior high and high school campuses for their first day of classes as the new school year began; traffic in La Vernia backed up in both directions Monday on F.M. 775 and on F.M. 1346 with back-to-school traffic. Allow more time for your commutes as the new school year gets underway across the area! Students in the East Central and Nixon-Smiley districts...Article Link

AAA East Central safety advisor Terri Rae Anthony on the free distribution of steering wheel lock devices for Kia and Hyundai owners in Lockport on Tuesday full 182 Tue, 17 Jun 2025 15:30:00 +0000 Z8ODEC2UuvZQePeFt4yx5gItzjANDNHA aaa,news,wben,lockport,stolen vehicles,kia,hyundai,niagara county sheriff's office WBEN Extras aaa,news,wben,lockport,stolen vehicles,kia,hyundai,niagara county sheriff's office AAA East Central safety advisor Terri Rae Anthony on the free distribution of steering wheel lock devices for Kia and Hyundai owners in Lockport on Tuesday Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News

East Central vs Whiteland Softball Sectional Game Hosted at East Central.

Throughout Dr. Jeff Bird's long and fulfilling career in medicine, he has put his patients—and the people of Muncie—first. Dr. Bird grew up in Muncie. After completing his residency at Ball Hospital, he embarked upon a long and fulfilling career in medicine here in his hometown. As the hospital prepares to celebrate its 100th anniversary, Dr. Bird reflects on the decades he's spent—first as a doctor and then as an administrator—working to provide the best healthcare to the people who live and work in East Central Indiana. Since 2017, Dr. Bird has served as the president of the East Central Indiana region for IU Health, which includes IU Health Ball Memorial and Blackford Hospitals. Prior to assuming this executive role, Dr. Bird served 14 years as the associate director of the Ball Memorial Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program. Before that, he was the owner of a thriving private practice of family medicine. In this episode, Dr. Bird talks about his great passion for medicine and his great love for Muncie. He also shares why he feels compelled to give back to the community that raised him along with his reasons for feeling—in his own words—“bullish” about the future success of the city and the region.If you enjoy this episode, please leave a review to support the show 

ECU debuted its first-ever doctoral program this January, which focuses on administrative issues in rural education.Mentioned in this episode:Social Media tags

This week's episode offers a glimpse back in time to turn of the century Florida living with all of its challenges and simple joys. Special thanks to Mr. Phil Redditt for sharing his family's story with us. Things weren't always easy, but there was always a strong sense of community and a respect for the land. These are our roots and what built Florida. Hope y'all enjoy the history.