County judge calls for registration of rural watch parties

County judge calls for registration of rural watch parties

By LYNETTE SOWELL The Belton Journal    Bell County Judge David Blackburn held a press conference, during which he declared a state of emergency ahead of the April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse. Judge Blackburn said that the county is currently projecting a significant...
BISD Penguin Project Presents Finding Nemo Jr. April 26-28th

BISD Penguin Project Presents Finding Nemo Jr. April 26-28th

By DAVID TUMA The Belton Journal    Jennifer Ramirez updated the Belton Lions Club on the second annual theater production through The Penguin Project.    This program uses special needs children and volunteers to produce a play. This year they will perform Finding...
Belton Area Chamber of Commerce Awards

Belton Area Chamber of Commerce Awards

   The Belton Area Chamber of Commerce held its Annual Awards Banquet to honor individuals and businesses for their leadership and investment in the community. The theme for the banquet was “Better Together” – celebrating partnerships, honoring servant leaders and...
Golden named lone finalist for superintendent of Belton ISD

Golden named lone finalist for superintendent of Belton ISD

   The Belton ISD Board of  Trustees  unanimously approved  naming  Dr.  Malinda Golden as the lone finalist for superintendent of schools.  Golden  has  been serving  as  acting  superintendent  since  January  10, 2024, following the resignation of Dr. Matt Smith.  ...