Poinsettia care tips for the holiday season

Above, the bracts are mostly open on this poinsettia, which means it may not last as long. Left, the bracts are barely open on this poinsettia and it will last longer. – Photo by Beth McMahon

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December 6, 2023

Keeping the iconic bright red poinsettia healthy past January does not require much effort, just a little knowledge, according to the Gillespie County Extension Office agents.

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Record turnout seen as early voting begins

By Christine Granados Standard-Radio Post editor

October 23, 2024

After just two days, more than 11% of registered voters have cast ballots Record numbers of Gillespie County residents waited in lines that snaked aro...

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Hagee retirement near; new CEO announced

October 23, 2024

Salazar will replace native Marine Commandant in November The Admiral Nimitz Foundation (ANF) has announced the retirement of president and CEO Michae...

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Revamped Food, Wine Fest ahead Saturday

October 23, 2024

The 2024 Fredericksburg Food and Wine Fest will be held Saturday, Oct. 26, at Marktplatz. The event will feature 35 Texas wineries, 15 distilleries an...

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Explosives found, detonated

October 23, 2024

A San Antonio Police Department Bomb Squad detonated explosive devices at the Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office impound lot, adjacent to the Gillespie...

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Fall is on vacation again

Cary Burgess

October 23, 2024

Hill Country Weather with Dr Doppler The next week will remain above average in the temperature department and below average in the rainfall departmen...

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Leaf collection continues through December

October 23, 2024

The City of Fredericksburg’s Fall Leaf Collection Program now underway will continue through Friday, Dec. 13. The city offers this service twice a yea...

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