The Salado Cultural Arts District (SCAD) is hosting two performances of a holiday laser light show, on Saturday, December 11, at 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., on the banks of Salado Creek. The show is part of the 61st Annual Salado Christmas Stroll.
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150: Editor shares journey toward better health
Fleischer relates story of past year following Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy
In 2019, my then-pregnant-with-twins daughter Jenny Potter sat me down and said, bluntly, “I want you to be around for these grand babies. You need to look at duodenal switch surgery.” Duodenal switch is one of the types of bariatric surgery available today.
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Sirena Fest raises funds for all abilities playground in Pace Park
Sirena Fest will be Oct. 2 along Salado Creek. The mermaid parade was canceled but there will be a Pet Parade on the grounds of Barrow Brewing at 11 a.m.
Jennifer Abraham, owner of The Dog Spot in Salado, is organizing the Pet Parade. Awards will be given for Best Costumer, Largest Pet and Smallest Pet. Follow Sirena Fest on social media for details. The Dog Spot has a link to the online pet parade registration form on their Facebook page.
Sirena Fest will run 10:00 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 2 and will include educational booths, merfolk-themed arts extravaganza and live music.
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Apartments to be built off of South Main St.
RREAF Holdings presented Salado aldermen with plans for Water’s Edge, a $55 million apartment, townhouse and single family living development on the south end of Main Street. The acreage for Water’s Edge was purchase by RREAF Holdings from Sanctuary developers.
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Bell County Vaccination Centers Closed Monday and Tuesday
Bell County Vaccination Centers Closed Monday and Tuesday
Belton, TX – All three of the Bell County’s vaccination centers will be closed on Monday, February 15, and Tuesday, February 16, due to inclement weather. All appointments on those days will be automatically rescheduled.
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Water woes continue for Sanctuary
By Tim Fleischer
Editor-in-Chief
Salado Water Supply Corporation rejected two proposals from the developer of Sanctuary Development, a mixed use development of almost 300 acres of property off of Royal St., FM 2268 and I-35.
The board voted on Jan. 28 to turn down both proposals brought to them by Sanctuary earlier in the month.
Sirena Fest launches 2021 calendar, non-profit effort
Sirena Fest announced its 2021 calendar of events and announced its efforts to become a 501(c)3 non-profit organization during a launch party at Stagecoach Inn’s new Longhorn Room Jan. 29.
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Texas fire depts. no stranger to Emergency Services Districts
While the proposed Bell County Emergency Services District #1 serving the Salado area would be the first in Bell County, our neighbor to the south is no stranger to them. Williamson County has 12 ESDs serving communities as small as Weir to larger departments like Sam Bass, which serves the western part of Round Rock and has two fire stations.
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Look out for trick or treaters: Halloween activities in Salado
Be careful and safe, but have fun this Halloween
Halloween trick or treaters will be on the streets on Oct. 31 and Salado police recommend that locals keep in mind that Salado’s streets are not wide enough to have cars parked on both sides.
Please make sure you leave enough room for cars and emergency vehicles to pass safely through the streets.
Drivers should be mindful of children running through the neighborhoods.
Parents should make sure their child, and all family members can be seen by those driving vehicles.
They should also wear something reflective so as to improve your visibility.
Salado churches and organizations will have several family friendly and safe events.
Salado FFA Trunk or Treat
Salado FFA invites you to bring your children to the Trunk-or-Treat in the Salado High School parking lot 2-6 p.m. Oct. 31.
Hand sanitizer will be set up around the parking lot and available at each car.
Children will not put their hands in candy bags. Whoever is handing out candy will be putting the candy in the kids’ bags.
The candy holder will also use hand sanitizer before each time they put candy in the bag or they will wear gloves.
Games will be sanitized between each user. There will also be multiple sets of chairs. Each time a chair is pulled, it will be wiped down and cleaned for the next group of children.
All events will be outside and distanced at least six feet apart. Markers will be mapped out in the parking lot.
Face masks will be required during this event. Anyone that does not follow the guidelines will be politely asked to leave and will not be allowed to participate in the event.
First Baptist Church
First Baptist Church of Salado will hold its Trunk or Treat in the parking lot of its campus, located at 210 S. Main Street from 4-6 p.m. on Oct. 31.
Cars will be physically separated for social distancing. Hecho en Queso and Big Tony’s Cheesesteaks food trucks will be on the grounds.
Heritage Country Church
Heritage Country Church, located at Lark Trail, invites area children and parents to its Trunk or Treat and Hayride.
The event will be held 4:30-7 p.m. Oct. 31.
The event is sponsored by the Heritage Country Church Youth Group and the Candy Monster is accepting donations.
Salado United Methodist
Salado United Methodist Church will hold a Drive Through Trunk or Treat Mobile Mask-arade, Salado United Methodist Church parking lot, 650 Royal St., 5-7 p.m. Oct. 31.
The event will include games, prizes and snacks, all from the safety of your car.
3C Cowboy Fellowship
3C Cowboy Fellowship invites children with their parents to a safe, family friendly Trunk or Treat 6-8 Oct. 31 on the grounds of the church, located at 16258 Gooseneck Rd. in Salado.
Activities and rides include the Trunk or Treat, mule wagon rides, a bounce house, hayrides and a variety of games.
Food and drinks will include candy, hot dogs, popcorn, hot cocoa and cold drinks.
The event is free.
For grownups, there are a few Halloween events going on around Salado.
Barton House
The Barton House restaurant, 101 N. Main St., will host a Roaring 20s Halloween Party, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 31. The party will be held downstairs in the Swanky Sirena Speakeasy with a $20 Cover. Speakeasy members are free.
Chupacabra Craft Beer
Chupacabra Craft Beer, 423 South Main, will have a costume contest for adults on Oct. 31.
Winners get a free T-shirt. There will also be ribbons for the funniest, scariest and most creative costumes.
For details, visit their Facebook page.
The Shed
The Shed, corner of Royal Street and Center Circle, is having a costume contest all day on Oct. 31. Photos will be taken with winners announced for first and second place via social media.
Prizes may be either mailed to the winners or collected at The Shed.
Candidates for Village BoA address final questions on license plate cameras, playground, Main St. & ESD
On Nov. 3, Village of Salado voters will elect two new aldermen to two-year terms on the Board of Aldermen. Running for the Board of Aldermen are Paul Cox, Jason Howard and Donald Krause. Michael Coggin, current Mayor Pro Tem, will be elected as Mayor as he faces no opposition in his election.
Early voting continues through Oct. 30. There are several early voting locations in Bell County. On election day, Bell County registered voters may vote at any Bell County polling location, not just their home precinct. Precinct 203 voting will be at the Salado Church of Christ Activity Center, 217 Church St. in Salado.