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In partnership with ExxonMobil’s Education Alliance Grant Program, TXB and McCraw Oil and Propane awarded $500 to Jacob Wells Elementary.

Riffs, Roams and Raves:

Week of December 15 - 21 December 2-26

The Wimberley Texans (14-0) took on the Bellville Brahmas (14-0) in round 5 of the UIL Texas State championship playoffs in Pflugerville Friday night. It was a highly anticipated matchup as both teams came into the game undefeated. However, the Texans run came to an end less than a yard short of making the State Championship game, losing to Bellville 35-33.

The Wimberley Texans (6-2) basketball team took on the Taylor Ducks (4-10) on Tuesday night in Taylor. In a high scoring game, Wimberley was not able to come out on top losing 86-82.

The Wimberley Lady Texan basketball team (8-7) traveled to Marble Falls to take on the Lady Mustangs (1-12).

Teresa Kendrick, features writer with the Wimberley View, has been promoted to editor.

Winter’s Eve proved to be a study in cooperation and generosity as the Wimberley Chamber and its new committee, the Wimberley Merchants Alliance, partnered to bring a merry launch to the holidays. Families lined the Cypress Creek bridge to watch Santa roll by in the downtown parade collecting gifts to go to the Christmas Store at the Barnabas Connection. The Grinch, Dr. Seuss’s famous sourpuss made an appearance as did elves, Princess Elsa, and other characters of the season. Businesses provided treats and good deals to shoppers while live music kept spirits bright. Gift givers will enjoy the discounts and specials from Wimberley Merchants called the “12 Days of Cheer” that began December 9 and will end December 21. Watch for details on their Facebook page, Wimberley Merchants Association.

The Holiday Bazaar at the Community Center last week proved to be the boon Santa needed to cross off the names on his long list. Thirty-six vendors offered their fine, unique handcrafted and curated items to shoppers seeking the perfect gift. Sponsored by My Neighbors Keeper, the annual event is now in its 17th year.

Second period at Wimberley High School started with little fanfare on the morning of December 5th in the AP World History classroom of Mr. Brad Biggers. But just past 10 a.m. a horde of happy visitors entered the room, eager to surprise him with the big announcement: He was the Region 13 December Star of the Month!