Podcasts about Wilson County

The QB battles at Alabama? The running game at LSU and Oklahoma? Lane Kiffin. What's happening at Auburn with their entirely new offense? Can Kentucky finally be good on offense under Will Stein? Can South Carolina finally protect LaNorris Sellers? Is Buster Faulkner the most interesting coordinator in the SEC in 2026? Braden Gall visits with Blake Toppmeyer of USA Today to talk college football and the SEC. Watch the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. In Nashville? Support great local taprooms and breweries: ⁠⁠Yazoo Brewing Company⁠⁠ on the river in Madison Elite food and beer from ⁠⁠Tennessee Brew Works⁠⁠ downtown ⁠⁠East Nashville Brew Works⁠⁠ in Wilson County and the Eastside Music by The Wild Feathers

The US Women took a commanding lead in the SheBelieves Cup. What does the future of the line-up look like and why it's great for this squad to be tested. Then we dive into Nashville SC's road draw in Dallas without their best offensive weapon. Is the defense coming together faster than expected? Does the midfield have enough talent to develop into a strength? Could injuries taint a US-based World Cup and a Messi-Ronaldo angle we've never explored. Ben Wright of SixOneFiveSoccer.com and Braden Gall of 440 Sports talk Nashville SC and all things futbol. Be sure to watch the show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠440 Sports YouTube channel.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In Nashville? Support great local taprooms and breweries: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Yazoo Brewing Company⁠⁠⁠⁠ on the river in Madison Elite food and beer from ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tennessee Brew Works⁠⁠⁠⁠ downtown ⁠⁠⁠⁠East Nashville Brew Works⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Wilson County and the Eastside

Arkansas has just sold a massive sponsorship with Tyson Foods and it could be a sign of things to come for the Hogs. President Trump is convening a massive gathering at the White House of important college football leaders to try to fix the sports. Will it even happen and will it work? Trey Wallace and Braden Gall talk SEC ball. Watch the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. In Nashville? Support great local taprooms and breweries: ⁠Yazoo Brewing Company⁠ on the river in Madison Elite food and beer from ⁠Tennessee Brew Works⁠ downtown ⁠East Nashville Brew Works⁠ in Wilson County and the Eastside Music by The Wild Feathers

Is Trinidad Chambliss' victory in court a good thing for the sport? Is he clearly the No. 1 QB in the SEC? And does this win make Ole Miss a playoff team in 2026? Who else is on the top tier of QBs in the SEC in 2026? John Mateer? Gunner Stockton? How good can LaNorris Sellers be? What about transfers like Byrun Brown, Sam Leavitt and Kenny Minchey? Can Texas A&M realize their potential with Marcel Reed under center? How important is Joey Aguilar to Tennessee's upside this fall? Watch the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. In Nashville? Support great local taprooms and breweries: ⁠⁠Yazoo Brewing Company⁠⁠ on the river in Madison Elite food and beer from ⁠⁠Tennessee Brew Works⁠⁠ downtown ⁠⁠East Nashville Brew Works⁠⁠ in Wilson County and the Eastside Music by The Wild Feathers

After weeks of confusion and public outcry, ICE is no longer planning to put a detention center that could house up to 16,000 immigrants right down the road in Lebanon. Many in that community are now breathing a sigh of relief, including Wilson County mayor Randall Hutto. He joins executive producer Whitney Pastorek to explain why he and other Republican local leaders were surprised by the project, and why they pushed back. Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

The metal framework for the future Wilson County Expo Arena, under construction on S.H. 97 next to the Wilson County Expo and Community Center in Floresville, has collapsed. Shortly after the collapse just before 3 p.m. March 4, Wilson County Judge Hank Whitman arrived at the site to assess the situation.  Wilson County Pct. 2 Commissioner Russell King, along with local law enforcement personnel, also responded.  Work on the structure had been underway with the metal framework largely in place earlier in the day.  According to witnesses at the scene, there were no injuries reported. Work was suspended at the...Article Link

Early voting concluded Feb. 27 for the March 3 Republican and Democratic party primary elections. As of Friday, Feb. 27, a total of 5,928 ballots had been cast. A total of 4,322 ballots were cast for the Republican Party and a total of 1,606 ballots were cast for the Democratic Party. Watch for Election Night unofficial primary results at wilsoncountynews.com, and more in the March 11 issue of the Wilson County News. rdraper@mywcn.comArticle Link

The Wilson County Democratic Party held a candidate forum Feb. 19 for the Democratic candidates for U.S. Congressional District 35 at their monthly meeting at the Wilson County Justice Center in Floresville. Candidates John Lira, Johnny Garcia, Maureen Galindo, and Whitney Masterson-Moyes each presented their ideas and proposals to a full house of Democrats as prospective representatives for Wilson County and the rest of the new District 35.Article Link

The Wilson County Democratic Party held a candidate forum Feb. 19 for the Democratic candidates for U.S. Congressional District 35 at their monthly meeting at the Wilson County Justice Center in Floresville. Candidates John Lira, Johnny Garcia, Maureen Galindo, and Whitney Masterson-Moyes each presented their ideas and proposals to a full house of Democrats as prospective representatives for Wilson County and the rest of the new District 35.Article Link

Primary Election –Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Watch for unofficial election night coverage on the local elections right here after 7 p.m. when the polls close. 7:49 pm, early voting and absentee. 7:58 pm, more early voting and absentee. 8:42 pm boxes 102, 414, 104, 103. 9:21 pm boxes 313, 207, 205. 9:52 pm boxes 416, 415, 101. 10:35 pm final totals boxes 311, 312, 206. Wilson County races with opponents – election coverage listed below: REPUBLICAN   County Judge Brenda Trevino, 1,755 Michael Monreal, 5,488   Justice Of the Peace Precinct 3 Joel Bellinger, 1,008 Connie Terry (i), 898 Unofficial Wilson County totals for...Article Link

The Wilson County Historical Commission invites applications for two recognition programs — the Legacy Business Award and the Legacy Land Award — honoring the businesses and families whose enduring contributions have shaped Wilson County's rich history. The Wilson County Commissioners Court has formally approved the program, underscoring the county's commitment to preserving and celebrating its heritage. These awards highlight the individuals, families, and enterprises whose long-standing presence has helped make Wilson County the vibrant and resilient community it is today. Legacy Business Award This award honors businesses that have demonstrated longevity and continuous service within Wilson County. Eligible businesses must...Article Link

In this episode, joined by the NC Center for Resilience & Learning and a principal from one of the Center's partner schools in Wilson County to explore what it means to cultivate trauma-informed learning and working environments.

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement will not move forward with a detention center in Lebanon, Wilson County. Wilson County Mayor Randall Hutto lays out the timeline, beginning with a call from a reporter."Maybe this is a thing that we can try to figure out more about," he said. Hutto, along with other county officials and concerned citizens, began their search for answers. Hutto and Lebanon Mayor Rick Bell met with the senior counsel for the Department of Homeland Security. DHS confirmed they were looking at a facility in Wilson County, primarily in Lebanon. Hutto was concerned about the footprint of the facility so close to schools, churches and daycares."The safety factor was very much a problem. Then the workforce, the 16,000 people that would be detained there. They would need 4,000+ employees to be able to manage it. I'm the second lowest unemployment county in the state of Tennessee so I don't have the workforce," he said. Hutto said he was satisfied with the result."We saw no advantage to have this in the city. State, local and federal leaders listened. Even the people at DHS. They listened to what we said our community wanted." NewsChannel 5+ can be seen of Comcast/Xfinity Ch. 250, Spectrum/Charter Ch. 182 and over the air on Ch. 5.2. Inside Politics also streams live Fridays at 7pm and Saturdays at 3pm on our website: https://www.newschannel5.com/live3 as well as the NewsChannel 5 Now app on Connected TVs through Roku, AppleTV, AndroidTV, etc. The episode will air throughout the weekend on NewsChannel 5+ Sat. at 5:30am, 3pm, Sun. at 1am, 9am, 7pm, Mon. at 2:30pm and Tues., 3pm unless pre-empted. This story was reported by a journalist and has been converted to this platform with the assistance of AI. Our editorial team verifies all reporting on all platforms for fairness and accuracy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Titans made a huge trade that impacts the NFL Draft strategy. What does Jermaine Johnson add to the front and how does that change who they take at No. 4? Then what have we learned about edge rushers, linebackers and the top of the draft from the Combine? James Foster and Braden Gall talk Tennessee Titans. Be sure to watch the show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠440 Sports YouTube channel.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In Nashville? Support great local taprooms and breweries: ⁠⁠⁠Yazoo Brewing Company⁠⁠⁠ on the river in Madison Elite food and beer from ⁠⁠⁠Tennessee Brew Works⁠⁠⁠ downtown ⁠⁠⁠East Nashville Brew Works⁠⁠⁠ in Wilson County and the Eastside

Legislation Conservatives Care About: LGBT Interests, Prayer In Schools, Penalties For Abortion Pills & More!Not Here, Then Where? - ICE Ends Plans For Wilson County Illegal Alien Detention CenterFinally… Political Party Registration Bills Moving Forward In The LegislatureThe Tennessee Conservative's Brandon Lewis joins Yaffee LIVE to discuss all this & more!Check out more from YAFFEE HERE! -  https://www.wgow.com/2025/05/12/yaffee-live-2/

Portions of South Central Texas are under a Red Flag Warning today, Feb. 26, as breezy north wind, dry air, and dry fuels will lead to critical and near-critical fire weather conditions. Wilson County is in near-critical fire danger conditions.     Any fires that develop could be difficult to control and spread rapidly.     Area residents are encouraged to avoid any outdoor activities that could inadvertently cause wildfires.     Due to high fire danger conditions, the Wilson County Fire Marshal will deny any burn permits/ag waivers until further notice. No outdoor burning should occur under any circumstances, said the fire...Article Link

Dan talks with Wilson County Mayor Randall Hutto to get insight on the local pulse over the ICE talk, and Chris Hand joins for the Chris Cross Hand-Off | aired on Tuesday, February 24th, 2026, on Nashville's Morning News with Dan MandisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In December, the Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners (WCEMG) celebrated the achievement of eight Class No. 02 trainees who became certified as Extension Master Gardeners; this includes Ann Ciccarelli, Shaina Hassold, Vicki Kimball, Molly Kollodziej, Ron Phillips, Elsa Rodrigues, Kathleen Titus, and Sayama Turner. On Jan. 22, the group had its first 2026 presentation and monthly meeting led by their newly elected board of directors — President Betty Freasier, President-elect Ron Phillips, Vice President Molly Kollodziej, Secretary Shaina Hassold, Treasurer Ann Ciccarelli, Past President Teri Burnham, and Membership Chair Vicki Kimball. The WCEMG Program is grateful for the past Board...Article Link

[Video below] “[Water] is one of the most complicated controversial issues that we ever ought to face,” Dr. Darrell Brownlow said during a presentation Feb. 17 to the Wilson County Economic Development Corp. (EDC). Brownlow, who earned his PhD in geosciences from Texas Tech University, has been involved with water planning and representing Wilson County and the South Central Texas region for about 30 years. He serves as president of the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District (UWCD) board, which manages water resources, including the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer for Atascosa, Frio, Karnes, and Wilson counties. The EDC invited Brownlow to speak as...Article Link

[Videos below] In less than five days, 1,385 verified Wilson County residents have signed a petition to protect county water, according to LoriDawn Messuri, a member of the Protect Wilson County Water organization. Many of these signatories filled the Wilson County Courthouse courtroom Feb. 23, overflowing into the lobby, ready to share their concerns during the meeting of Wilson County commissioners. Although the item of concern — a data center proposed near Stockdale — was not on the agenda, citizens gathered with a united viewpoint — protect the lifeblood of the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer being targeted by data center interests. “This...Article Link

WCN “Meeting Watches” present highlights from recent meetings of some area entities; not all entities, or their actions or discussions, are included here. View WCN's video coverage of these meetings online at wilsoncountynews.com/meeting-coverage/. Wilson County EDC Feb. 17, Stockdale water meeting Feb. 18, Commissioners Feb. 23 Wilson County Emergency Services District 5 (Central and western Wilson County, including Floresville) Meeting: Regular meeting, Feb. 16, 6:02-7:40 p.m. Actions: •Approved the minutes for the Jan. 13 meeting •Ratified nine payments already made on invoices and approved payment on 76 invoices received •Approved for the ESD 5 Fire and Rescue Chief Adam Strzelczyk...Article Link

Early voting in the Republican and Democratic party primaries continues through Friday, Feb. 27. As of close of early voting Feb. 22, Wilson County voters had cast a total of 1,846 Republican ballots and 754 Democratic ballots at the two early voting locations — the Elections Office in Floresville and the La Vernia Church of Christ fellowship hall in La Vernia. For the list of candidates and early voting times and locations in Wilson County, see below. Election Day is Tuesday, March 3; the polls will be open that day from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at polling locations across...Article Link

Bring your household hazardous waste to the Wilson County Expo and Community Center, 435 S.H. 97 E. in Floresville, on Saturday, March 7, from 8 a.m. to noon. This free and safe disposal event, sponsored by the San Antonio River Authority, is limited to Wilson County residents, who must bring proof of address; businesses will not be included. Household quantities will be accepted at no charge on a first come, first served basis for the following items: Household hazardous waste: •Acids •Antifreeze •Car and light truck tires with no rims, but not tractor tires •Batteries •Used motor oil and filters...Article Link

In December, the Wilson County Extension Master Gardeners (WCEMG) celebrated the achievement of eight Class No. 02 trainees who became certified as Extension Master Gardeners; this includes Ann Ciccarelli, Shaina Hassold, Vicki Kimball, Molly Kollodziej, Ron Phillips, Elsa Rodrigues, Kathleen Titus, and Sayama Turner. On Jan. 22, the group had its first 2026 presentation and monthly meeting led by their newly elected board of directors — President Betty Freasier, President-elect Ron Phillips, Vice President Molly Kollodziej, Secretary Shaina Hassold, Treasurer Ann Ciccarelli, Past President Teri Burnham, and Membership Chair Vicki Kimball. The WCEMG Program is grateful for the past Board...Article Link

Charles Wesley Westerman moved around quite a bit before ultimately settling down in Wilson County a few years after the Civil War. Among many things, he was a farmer, soldier, wagoner, lawman, churchman, and builder, whose story was researched and compiled by his great-great-granddaughter, Margie Hayden of Fairview. Charles was born April 18, 1834, in Lincoln County, Tenn., two months after his father was shot and killed in a case of mistaken identity. Subsequently, his mother moved herself and her five children along with her late husband's brother and his family to Red River County on the northeast Texas border....Article Link

Why do 2026 NFL Draft prospect "move up" boards late in the process? Do players actually fall in the rankings? Or does it just take a long time for the NFL media to catch up to the NFL Scouts? Which players are doing just that: we cover dozens of names for Titans fans. Then we hit dozens of players as the NFL Combine is coming up next week. Which players are sky-rocketing up the consensus rankings? James Foster and Braden Gall talk Tennessee Titans. Be sure to watch the show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠440 Sports YouTube channel.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In Nashville? Support great local taprooms and breweries: ⁠⁠Yazoo Brewing Company⁠⁠ on the river in Madison Elite food and beer from ⁠⁠Tennessee Brew Works⁠⁠ downtown ⁠⁠East Nashville Brew Works⁠⁠ in Wilson County and the Eastside

This week, the Nashville Banner published a collaborative investigative package diving deep into bodycam footage from the Tennessee Highway Patrol as they helped ICE agents make targeted detention stops last May. For today's Friday News Roundup, the Banner's Metro reporter Stephen Elliott joins host Marie Cecile Anderson and executive producer Whitney Pastorek to explain their findings, and what he learned while speaking with detainees and their families. Plus: Did ICE buy property in Wilson County? Is Acme Feed & Seed closing? And can we make them rebuild the Groove house? Volunteer at Radnor Lake State Park Connect with Ramadan community dinners Learn more about the sponsors of this February 20th episode: Special Olympics Tennessee Frist Art Museum Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Braden Gall sits down with reporter Ross Dellenger. Trinidad Chambliss won his eligibility case and will be back at Ole Miss next year. What does it mean for the future? Who needs to be at the table to fix the NCAA? How much does a top 10 roster cost these days? Watch the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. In Nashville? Support great local taprooms and breweries: ⁠Yazoo Brewing Company⁠ on the river in Madison Elite food and beer from ⁠Tennessee Brew Works⁠ downtown ⁠East Nashville Brew Works⁠ in Wilson County and the Eastside Music by The Wild Feathers

Join local community members on Wednesday, Feb. 18, gathering to discuss proposed data centers, solar farms, and battery energy storage system projects planned for the Stockdale area and proposed for other areas in Wilson County. Connect with other neighbors and interested individuals to discuss what these projects mean for local water, land, and air quality. The gathering will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Salty Slab, 301 S.H. 123 N. in Stockdale. Look for the Mira Mira sign. For more information, call 281-414-2363, or email gingecole@gmail.com.Article Link

The Wilson County Republican Women invite female high school seniors who reside in Wilson County to apply for a [post_excerpt],000 scholarship. Applications can be obtained from the students' respective high school counselors. Interested students may also request an application or additional information from Loretta Carter by emailing ljc1950@aol.com with “WCRW scholarship” in the subject line. Completed applications must be postmarked no later than Friday, April 10, and received by the scholarship committee by Friday, April 17. Send applications to Barbara Burdette, Wilson County Republican Women, 221 Heritage View Drive, Adkins, TX 78101.Article Link

Workforce Solutions Alamo reports the December 2025 unadjusted unemployment rate for Wilson County is 3.5 percent, decreasing from 3.9 percent in November 2025. Wilson County's December rate is lower than the 3.6 percent unemployment rate for the 13-county Workforce Development Area, including Atascosa, Bandera, Bexar, Comal, Frio, Gillespie, Guadalupe, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, McMullen, Medina, and Wilson counties, and lower than the 3.9 percent unemployment rate for the state of Texas. Currently, there are 944 people actively looking and available for work in the county. Wilson County ranked fifth lowest in the 13-county Workforce Development Area, while McMullen County ranked the...Article Link

A Wilson County man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for continuous family violence. Travis Franke, 41, pleaded no contest Feb. 10 to a charge of continuous violence against the family, a third-degree felony, and asked that his sentence be determined by the judge. Evidence was presented by the 81st Judicial District Attorney's Office, including several witnesses, and exhibits of photos and medical records. Judge Jennifer Dillingham of the 81st Judicial District sentenced Franke to 10 years in a Texas Department of Criminal Justice facility. “Continuous family violence is a serious offense and is designed to address repeated...Article Link

The Wilson County Republican Women invite the public to attend their monthly meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 11:30 a.m., at Jack's Cafe. Jack's Cafe is located at 507 10th St. (U.S. 181) in Floresville. For information, email rubymanen@yahoo.com or call 830-391-0818.Article Link

This Saturday, Feb. 21, students and families of Sacred Heart Catholic School in Floresville will gather for the coronation of the school's 2026 Valentine Court, continuing a six-decade tradition. The coronation will take place in the parish hall behind Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 5 p.m. Community members are welcome to attend; admission is free. Members of the court — selected from among the student body — serve as ambassadors of the school and Sacred Heart Catholic Church, representing the school and parish in parades and events around Wilson County and nearby communities. Look for them in upcoming events, such...Article Link

This Saturday, Feb. 21, students and families of Sacred Heart Catholic School in Floresville will gather for the coronation of the school's 2026 Valentine Court, continuing a six-decade tradition. The coronation will take place in the parish hall behind Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 5 p.m. Community members are welcome to attend; admission is free. Members of the court — selected from among the student body — serve as ambassadors of the school and Sacred Heart Catholic Church, representing the school and parish in parades and events around Wilson County and nearby communities. Look for them in upcoming events, such...Article Link

Members of the Old Chisholm Trail Drivers — which included the Rawhide Riders and Cross Country Riders — traveled through Stockdale and Wilson County last week on their annual trek to the first weekend of the San Antonio Stock Show and rodeo. They camped overnight in Stockdale before heading through Sutherland Springs and La Vernia. See more photos from the trail rides on page 2C.Article Link

Members of the Old Chisholm Trail Drivers — which included the Rawhide Riders and Cross Country Riders — traveled through Stockdale and Wilson County last week on their annual trek to the first weekend of the San Antonio Stock Show and rodeo. They camped overnight in Stockdale before heading through Sutherland Springs and La Vernia. See more photos from the trail rides on page 2C.Article Link

Join local community members on Wednesday, Feb. 18, gathering to discuss proposed data centers, solar farms, and battery energy storage system projects planned for the Stockdale area and proposed for other areas in Wilson County. Connect with other neighbors and interested individuals to discuss what these projects mean for local water, land, and air quality. The gathering will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Salty Slab, 301 S.H. 123 N. in Stockdale. Look for the Mira Mira sign. For more information, call 281-414-2363, or email gingecole@gmail.com.Article Link

Dan can't believe AOC is at a security summit in Munich, Germany, ICE Protests in Wilson County are as dumb as those pushing them + Sumner County District 16 Commissioner Jeremy Mansfield joins the show to talk about the TVA moving in on a centuries old family farm | aired on Monday, February 16th, 2026 on Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does the combine mean anything at all for quarterbacks? Which positions need the combine the most? What drills matter the most for each position? Which positions does the 40-time matter? What drill tells you the most about edge rushers and offensive linemen? And which players need good weeks to validate the tape? Who could underachieve? James Foster and Braden Gall talk Tennessee Titans. Be sure to watch the show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠440 Sports YouTube channel.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In Nashville? Support great local taprooms and breweries: ⁠Yazoo Brewing Company⁠ on the river in Madison Elite food and beer from ⁠Tennessee Brew Works⁠ downtown ⁠East Nashville Brew Works⁠ in Wilson County and the Eastside

What stories in the SEC will dominate our off-season conversations? Player eligibility, Kalen DeBoer's tenure at Bama, what Curt Cignetti and the Big Ten are doing to the SEC, the LaNorris Sellers bounceback and much more. Jared Stillman and Braden Gall talk SEC ball. Watch the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. In Nashville? Support great local taprooms and breweries: Yazoo Brewing Company on the river in Madison Elite food and beer from Tennessee Brew Works downtown East Nashville Brew Works in Wilson County and the Eastside Music by The Wild Feathers

Wilson County Auditor Brenda Treviño and Pct. 3 Commissioner Jeffery Pierdolla have been denied further motions related to their alleged offenses. Pierdolla and Treviño were scheduled in court Feb. 4 for a pretrial hearing — along with third defendant Clinton Wyatt — related to an equipment sale and purchase in 2025 (see “Equipment sale, purchase turn into indictments for Wilson County officials, Aug. 27, 2025, Wilson County News.) During the hearing, a judge denied Pierdolla's application for a “Writ of Habeas Corpus” — which can prevent a defendant from being subjected to a criminal trial for specific reasons, if granted....Article Link

The Wilson County Democratic Party will meet Thursday, Feb. 19, at 6:30 p.m. in the Wilson County Justice Center courtroom located at 800 10th St. (U.S. 181) in Floresville. Democratic candidates for new U.S. Congressional District 35 on the March 3 primary ballot have been invited to participate, including Johnny Garcia, John Lira, Maureen Galindo, and Whitney Masterson Moyes. To RSVP, email WilsonCountyDemocraticClub@gmail.com. For more information, visit facebook.com/WilsonCountyDemocrats, or call 512-799-4657.Article Link

As the start of the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo nears, trail ride groups from across South Central Texas are making their way to the annual event, with three of the organizations traveling to San Antonio via Wilson County. Prepare to welcome the trail riders on area roads and highways — from Falls City to Floresville, Nixon to Stockdale and Sutherland Springs, and La Vernia to Adkins and China Grove — as they trek on horses and mules, with chuck wagons and trailers, sharing their longtime traditions with a new generation. Making the annual journey with each group are...Article Link

Save the date for Stockdale Market Day's Concha Festival from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 14, at 307 W. Main St. in Stockdale. Enjoy entertainment, vendors, and food during the Market. Attendees will have an opportunity to vote for the best concha or pan dulce in Wilson County. Those interested in being a vendor or part of the competition should text Ellie at 210-717-9028 or Martha at 956-320-4409.Article Link

Rotary Club of Wilson County will hold a meeting on Monday, Feb. 16, in Floresville. The meeting starts at 6 p.m. and will take place at Jack's Café, 507 10th St. (U.S. 181). Interested members of the communities in the county are invited to attend to learn more about Rotary Club and how they can: •Make an impact locally •Build lifelong friendships •Grow leadership and professional skills •Connect with global networks •Take part in local and international service events. The meeting is open to all. For more information, call Iris Kaplan at 719- 502-0174.Article Link

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A former Wilson County Sheriff's Office deputy faces charges of driving while intoxicated and unlawful carrying of a weapon. Rolando A. Garza had been under an administrative misconduct investigation prior to his arrest, confirmed Wilson County Sheriff Jim Stewart. Stewart could not confirm specifics of the investigation. Garza was arrested Dec. 24. He was allegedly determined to be under the influence of alcohol while driving, according to Stewart. His employment with the sheriff's office was terminated the day before, the sheriff advised. The investigation is ongoing, and no further information was available as of press time Feb. 2. rdraper@mywcn.comArticle Link

The Wilson County Republican Party will host its Lincoln-Trump Dinner on Thursday, Feb. 19, in Floresville. This annual dinner is a fundraiser for the party. Proceeds assist Republican Party candidates through the upcoming General Election and help provide scholarships for graduating seniors in school districts in Wilson County. Tickets are per person; tables of eight are available for 0. Tickets include admission and dinner of roast beef, mashed potatoes, green beans, and sweet salad catered by Witte's Bar-B-Que in La Vernia. Doors of the Wilson County Expo and Community Center will open at 6 p.m. for a social hour,...Article Link

Cattle on Feed and Cold Storage Reports Kansas Land Values Faces in Agriculture: Tana McCarter   00:01:05 – Cattle on Feed and Cold Storage Reports: Tyler Cozzens and Brandon Dodd from the Livestock Marketing Information Center begin today's show as they explain what they saw in the recent Cattle on Feed and Cold Storage reports.   00:12:05 – Kansas Land Values: K-State Extension land and crop market specialist, Megan Hughes, keeps the show rolling as she discusses the 2025 Kansas Land Values book and how farmers and ranchers can use it. 2025 Kansas Land Values Book  mnhughes@ksu.edu    00:23:05 – Faces in Agriculture: Tana McCarter: Ending the show is a segment of Faces in Agriculture with Tana McCarter from Wilson County as she shares about her involvement and excitement in agriculture.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit www.ksre.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.