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Springtime in Texas Offers a Stunning Array of Wildflower Viewing Opportunities

With winter receding and springtime fast approaching, the vibrant hues of Texas wildflowers will soon draw many thousands of tourists to wildflower “hot spots” in Central and West Texas.

Grants and Donations Total $400K for New County Library

Schleicher County Public Library has received over $400, 000 in grant funds and private donations for the renovation of the former clinic at the Eldorado Service Center. We would like to thank all of the community members and business who have made monetary donations to this project. Your support is greatly appreciated.

EHS Scholars Win Local UIL Meet

Eldorado High School hosted a UIL Academic Meet, Saturday, March 2nd, 2024 and won Overall Sweepstakes.

Local Republicans Prefer Trump as Primary Votes Are Cast

Schleicher County voters went to the polls Tuesday for the Republican and Democrat Party primaries. The majority of votes, 462, were cast in the Republican Primary, representing 90 percent of all primary voters. Only 51 people voted on the Democrat ballot.

S.C. Public Library Partners With Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

The Schleicher County Public Library is proud to announce we are partnering with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program. This program will help Schleicher County children receive a monthly free book until they are five years of age.

Neighbor Concerned About Military Activity at Eldorado Training Grounds

Schleicher County Commissioners heard from local rancher Gary Wofford on Monday, March 4th, regarding military training maneuvers at the Eldorado Training Grounds (formerly YFZ Ranch) on County Road 300. Wofford explained that his is a Vietnam veteran with PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder). He said that he and his wife Rebecca purchased property near the Eldorado Training Grounds (ETG) about 10 years ago expecting peace and quiet after leaving Houston.
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Obituaries
Robert Allen Halbert
Robert Allen Halbert
Robert Allen Halbert (Bob, Bobby, Bobo, “Hubert”), “Larger Than Life”, born on March 13, 1947 in San Angelo, TX began his trail ride in Heaven on March 12, 2024.
Kerry Edward Dean
Kerry Edward Dean
Our precious Kerry Dean left his family’s embrace on an epic adventure to Heaven. Kerry Edward Dean was born on October 12, 1999 in Fredericksburg, Texas and passed away on February 21, 2024 at the age of 24 in San Marcos, TX.
Manuela Rangel Espinosa
Manuela Rangel Espinosa
Manuela Rangel Espinosa, age 87, passed away on Monday, February 5th, 2024. Family Visitation is planned for Wednesday, February 7th, 2024 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Miller Family Funeral Home …
LOCAL PUBLIC NOTICES
March 14, 2024
Schleicher County Notice to Bidders for Swimming Pool Operator
March 7, 2024
Schleicher County Notice to Bidders for Swimming Pool Operator
February 22, 2024
Schleicher County ISD Request for Proposals
February 15, 2024
Schleicher County ISD Request for Proposals
February 8, 2024
1) County Treasurer's Annual Report; 2) City of Eldorado Notice of Hearing on Council Member Pay Schedule; 3) Notice of Test of Automatic Tabulating Equipment
SPORTS
REGIONAL CHAMPIONS! Regional Powerlifting Team Champion Eldorado Lady Eagles (Kneeling L-R) Lizeth Vasquez, Alejandra Alegria, Mari Cruz Esparza, Lupe Esparza, Nyomi Aranda, Carmen Mata, (Standing L-R) Minelly Montes, Yoselyn Fuentes, Coach Castleman, Olivia Broome, Alexis Martinez, Heidi Estrada, Amanda Cortez, Madeline Valeriano, Mimi Martinez and Alondra Villarreal. -- COURTESY PHOTO
Lady Eagles Are Regional Powerlifting Champs
The Eldorado Lady Eagles varsity powerlifting team placed first overall with 38 points at the Texas High School Women’s Powerlifting Association 1A-2A Region 1 Division 3 Champions in Colorado City on Friday, March 1st. Coach Chris Castleman was also recognized and received a plaque acknowledging him as the winning coach in 1A-2A.
ALL-DISTRICT SELECTIONS -- The Eldorado Eagles placed eight boys on the District 7-2A All-District basketball team including (Front L-R) Jason Covarrubiaz - 1st Team All-District, Academic All-District; Andrew Whitten - 1st Team All-District, Academic All-District; 1 Jonnie Rae Adame - 2nd Team All-District, Academic All-District; Ethan Elias - 2nd Team All-District, Academic All-District; (Back L-R) Tony Kmiec - 2nd Team All-District, Academic All-District; Michael Adame - Honorable Mention All-District, Academic All-District; Marcos Morin - Honorable Mention All-District, Academic All-District; and Riley Hight - Academic All-District.  -- ILLUSIONS PHOTOGRAPHY
ALL-DISTRICT SELECTIONS
ALL-DISTRICT SELECTIONS The Eldorado Eagles placed eight boys on the District 7-2A All-District basketball team including (Front L-R) Jason Covarrubiaz - 1st Team All-District, Academic All-District; …
TAKING THE HANDOFF -- Micah McGee received the baton from Mallory Okerson and takes off for the final leg of the 4x100 meter relay at the Plateau Relays in Larry Mitchel Stadium on Thursday, February 29th. The team of Addie Walling, Logan Prater, Okerson and McGee placed 2nd with a time of 52:14. -- KATHY MANKIN | THE ELDORADO SUCCESS
2024 Plateau Relays Results
Varsity Girls 3rd Place Team 100 M Dash: Addie Walling, 6th, 14.06; Ava Rodriguez, 10th, 14.38; Paige Williams, 12th, 14.56. 200 M Dash: Paige Williams, 13th, 31.47; Stormy McMayon, 14th, 32.53.
ALL-DISTRICT SELECTIONS -- With the elimination of the Christoval Lady Cougars from the State 2A Playoffs last Friday, the All-District selections for District 7-2A have been made public. Representing the Eldorado Lady Eagles on the team are (Front L-R) Logan Prater - 1st Team All-District; Maryssa Guerrero - 1st Team All-Distict, Academic All-District; Mimi Martinez, 2nd Team All-District, Academic All-District; Zariah Garcia - Honorable Mention, Academic All-District; Allison Meador - Honorable Mention, Academic All-District; Minelly Montes - Honorable Mention, Academic All-District;  Addie Walling - Honorable Mention, Academic All-District; Ava Rodriguez - Academic All-District; and Maddie Valeriano - Academic All-District. The Lady Eagles were coached this year by Johnny Sanchez. -- ILLUSIONS PHOTOGRAPHY
ALL-DISTRICT SELECTIONS
ALL-DISTRICT SELECTIONS -- With the elimination of the Christoval Lady Cougars from the State 2A Playoffs last Friday, the All-District selections for District 7-2A have been made public. …
SHOT REJECTED -- Tony Kmiec bats away a Plains Cowboy’s shot during the early going of the Area round playoff game in Stanton on Friday, February 23rd. Kmiec contributed four points on the offensive end of the floor, but the Cowboys pulled away to a 53-33 win and advanced to face the Anthony Wildcats in the Regional Quarterfinal round of the playoffs. -- KATHY MANKIN | THE ELDORADO SUCCESS
SHOT REJECTED
Tony Kmiec bats away a Plains Cowboy’s shot during the early going of the Area round playoff game in Stanton on Friday, February 23rd. Kmiec contributed four points on the offensive end of the …
Concho Valley
ASU News: $5.2 Million Gift for New Golf Facility
Angelo State University has received a $5.2 million gift from an anonymous donor to fund construction of an all-inclusive new golf facility, the Angelo State Golf Complex, on the east side of the ASU campus.
Annual Fundraiser to Benefit ADACCV’s Lifesaving Programs
The Alcohol & Drug Awareness Center for the Concho Valley (ADACCV) is excited to host its Annual Have a Heart for ADACCV E-Auction. The event takes place on Tuesday, February 13th from 9 AM until Wednesday, February 14th at 3 PM.
Ft. McKavett Archeology Exhibiton
Fort McKavett State Historic Site will host an archeology exhibition at its visitor center museum on Friday, March 1, 2024. Special tours and exhibits will be featured.
Lone Star State
Massive Panhandle Wildfires Sparked by Power Lines
Two wildfires that burned more than a million acres in the Panhandle were caused by downed power lines, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. Juan Rodriguez, with the service, told the Texas …
Legislative Committee to Investigate Cause of Panhandle Wildfires
LUBBOCK — Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan is creating a legislative committee to investigate the Texas Panhandle wildfires to ensure the state is prepared for future disasters. His Tuesday announcement comes more than two weeks after the deadly infernos first started burning more than 1 million acres in the region.
Largest Wildfire in State History Raged as Week Began
A wildfire in the Texas Panhandle had consumed more than 1 million acres and as of Sunday was just 15% contained, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. It is the largest wildfire in Texas history.
Earling Voting Ends Friday in Party Primary Elections
Early voting in the March 5 primary election ends Friday with a host of candidates on the ballot in both parties, including president, U.S. Senate, all 38 Texas U.S. representatives, all 150 Texas House representatives, and down to local races for district attorney, sheriff and other positions.
March 15 Deadline for Ag Producers to Enroll in USDA’s Key Commodity Safety Net Programs
Agricultural producers who have not yet enrolled in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2024 crop year have until March 15, 2024, to revise elections and sign contracts.
Lifestyle
How do airplanes fly? An aerospace engineer explains the physics of flight
U.S. airlines carry more than 800 million passengers per year. Lasha Kilasonia/iStock via Getty Images Plus Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If …
San Francisco's burning question: Are we ready for Waymo Google cars?
After an incident with one of Google's driverless vehicles in San Francisco, Way.com explores whether the city is ready to adopt these vehicles for service.
Can background checks show whether your identity was stolen?
Money.com offers tips and information to consider when conducting a background check on yourself.
Safest and most affordable cities in the US
MoneyGeek analyzed cost data from the Census Bureau's one-year American Community Survey and MIT's Living Wage Calculator, focusing on the top cities from our safest small and mid-to-large city studies.
Tobacco imagery rising in top entertainment, including among the 2024 Best Picture winner and nominees
(BPT) - To find a smoke-free setting among this year’s Oscar Best Picture nominees, you’d have to go to Barbie Land. Of the 10 films nominated for the Oscars top prize — including …