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Wed
09
Jul

Clearing the air on sale of Mt. Baldy: Letter from City Gate Church Pastor

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Editor's Note: A contract has been finalized for the sale of Mount Baldy, but the names of the buyers have yet to be released. Mt. Baldy, also called Prayer Mountain, was put up for sale by City Gate Church last month. The sale has not yet been finalized.  Those involved with the sale have told the Wimberley View that the buyers have “good intentions” for the property.
 
 
From City Gate Pastor Chad Hayes
 
There have been a lot of things said in our community with regards to our stewardship of, and intent to sell Prayer Mountain (Mount Baldy, Mount Alberta).  I wanted to make clear to our community where our church stands with regards to these issues.
 
Wed
09
Jul

Rotary Club inducts new officers

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The Rotary Club of Wimberley inducted new officers and board members Tuesday evening. From left: Aileen Edgington, Secretary; Dale Roberson, Public Relations Chair; Byron Eckols, Sgt. at Arms; Carrie Campbell, Program Chair; Carolyn Manning, new President; Nora Turner, Treasurer; Scott Hackett, Immediate Past President, and Nadine Cook, Past President and Induction Chair.

Wed
02
Jul

Breaking the code: Local father and son team taking on cryptography worldwide

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Kevin and Gary Knight. (Photo by Gretchen Vollmer)

Gretchen Vollmer
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Gary Knight of Wimberley and his son Kevin share an unusual hobby. Both Gary and Kevin have made great strides in the field of cryptography, though they both came to it independently. 
Gary, an amateur cryptographer, deciphered the 1845 London Letters and several other ciphers, in addition to becoming the 36th person in the world to decipher all 10 of the Enigma Challenge ciphers. He is also an active member of the American Cryptogram Association (ACA).
 In 2011 Kevin, a scientist of computational linguistics at Information Sciences Institute at the University of Southern California, headed a team and successfully deciphered the Copiale Papers, which dated back to the 18th century. 

 

Wed
02
Jul

Summertime gardening tips and tricks

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By Richard Parrish
Hays County Agrilife

It is hard to believe that July is upon us.  Though the summer heat is making its presence known, there are still many activities that you can do in your garden.  When working in your garden, please practice safety.  Make sure you drink plenty of water and protect yourself against the harsh rays of the sun by wearing a hat, long sleeves and sunscreen.  Keep in mind the importance of water.  It is important to practice water conservation while working in the garden as well as observing any watering restrictions that might be in place.  

 

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Wed
02
Jul

Family Fun Fest for My Neighbors Keeper

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From Staff Reports
 
My Neighbors Keeper will hold their second annual Family Fun Fest immediately after the parade on Friday, July 4. The event will be from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.  in the back yard, beside Cypress Creek at Ino'z Restaurant. 
Kids of all ages will enjoy games, cake walks, a dunk tank, face painting, a bounce house, popcorn, shaved ice, cold drinks and music. All proceeds from the event will be used to replenish funds which have been paid out to fire and/or flood victims in Wimberley this year.
 
Wed
02
Jul

Texas Renegade’s boat rocks with CD ‘Surviving the Flood’

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The new album, “Surviving the Flood,” will release on July the 8. This is Texas Renegade’s fifth album.

By Dan Pickens
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Texas Renegade, a band formed in 2000 by Andy Bertelsen and twin brothers Eli and Tyson Carver, all  former or current residents of Wimberley, have released their fifth CD, “Surviving the Flood,” their first since 2009’s “Bad Dreams and Other Things.” Bandmembers Justin Belz on rhythm guitar and Kyle Ortiz on drums form a tight rhythm section with Eli Carver’s bass showcased on many of the songs selected for the CD. 
Longtime fans will appreciate the band’s ability to rock on roughly half of the 14 cuts included on “Surviving the Flood,” accentuated in part by the fine lead guitar work by guest musician Jeff Strahan. 
Wed
02
Jul

When birding goes beyond the birds

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On a recent birding trip to Brazos Bend State Park, Jerry Hall encountered more than he bargained for when he found an alligator. (Submitted photo)

By Jerry Hall

I recently went birding at Brazos Bend State Park, which, as the name indicates, is located at a bend in the Brazos River, some 28 miles southwest of Houston. I encountered an alligator.  There were very few birds.  I was soaked by a surprise morning shower.  I thoroughly enjoyed the trip.
The alligator was a baby which was showed off by a park guide who held the snout tightly closed while letting me rub its surprisingly soft belly.

 

Wed
25
Jun

Shakespeare Rocks!

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The Shakespearience Day Camp for Kids at EmilyAnn Theatre and Garden is built around making Shakespeare accessible and fun for children. The two-week long camp concluded with Shakespeare Rocks! a fun play to teach kids about Shakespeare.
The camp is for five to 11-year-olds and each week is $200. 
 
Wed
25
Jun

Long-time Wimberley resident Johnson named VFW Rodeo Grand Marshal

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Bill Johnson in uniform in the 1940s. He was a Lieutenant with a rifle platoon on Iwo Jima.

Editor’s Note: This article will be published in next week’s 69th Annual VFW Rodeo Program, which will be distributed in the Wimberley View, San Marcos Daily Record and the Dripping Springs Century News as well as at the rodeo.
 
Bill Johnson remembers a time in Wimberley when it seemed like the town vacated, at least those who could, to support the United States of America. 
It was the 1940s, when Johnson moved to Wimberley, and World War II began. 
“In Wimberley, Texas, there wasn’t anyone of fighting age that wasn’t gone,” Johnson said. “The whole town went. They all went early, and some stayed late. Some people where gone for five years. It was a good war, and we were united. When you fight on a team, and have a team spirit, it’s a wonderful feeling.” 

 

Wed
25
Jun

Leaning Pear wins state-wide award

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From Staff Reports

The Leaning Pear was awarded a 2014 State of Texas Small Business Award on Tuesday from the Greater San Marcos Partnership, in cooperation with the Office of Governor Rick Perry, Texas State University, Texas State University System, the Texas Workforce Commission and Rural Capital Area Workforce Solutions.
The GSMP hosted the Greater San Marcos region’s first ever Governor’s Small Business Forum and HUB Expo at the Embassy Suites, San Marcos.

 

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