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🌱 How Joe Freeman’s re-election keeps Llano’s ranchers represented statewide

Llano, Texas Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello Llano! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Joe Freeman’s re-election keeps Llano’s ranchers represented statewide
  • Why this writer says Llano outshines Texas’ big-name tourist towns
  • See how Llano’s Leah Magnus placed in Fort Worth team roping

Also on today's calendar: Table Reservation for Benny Watson 5/15 and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 91 and low of 61 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 93, low: 65.
  • Friday: Warm with periods of sun, with a high of 91 and low of 67 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Freeman re-elected to Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board (coloradocountycitizen.com) — Llano rancher Joe Freeman has been re-elected to the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board, continuing to represent a 50-county area that includes Llano’s interests. His long service with the Llano Soil and Water Conservation District and local farm and ranch groups means Llano producers keep a strong voice in statewide conservation, flood control, and water-quality programs.
   

• 9 Texas Small Towns With More Charm Than Tourist Hotspots (myfamilytravels.com) — Llano gets a glowing spotlight here as a rugged, down‑to‑earth Hill Country town where the river, courthouse square, and local shops still feel made for residents, not tourists. The piece compares Llano’s authentic pace and scenery with more polished destinations, then profiles eight other charming Texas small towns worth a slower road trip.
   

• Round 1 is On in Fort Worth: 2026 PWR Team Roping Results (teamropingjournal.com) — Llano gets a mention on the national rodeo stage as team roper Leah Magnus, listed from Llano competes in Round 1 slack at the Premier Women’s Rodeo Championship in Fort Worth. The standings recap shows how she and dozens of other ropers fared in Pro and Challenger divisions, with more runs still to come tonight.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Missing dog.
    Please let me know if you see her. Not dangerous just run off during the storm before I could get her in the house. Pen is her name. Thanks. (Nextdoor Lone Grove)
  • Sonic Corporation posted a job opening for Carhop or Skating Carhop in Llano. Apply here.
  • Sonic Drive-In posted a job opening for Crew Member in Llano. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Llano here.

🗞 Nearby News

Granite Shoals

  • Stabbing at Granite Shoals gas station (dailytrib.com)
  • PHOTOS: Storms, strong winds tear tree limbs, damage homes (kxan.com)

Horseshoe Bay

  • Behind The Mic: PGA Championship Changing Weekday Announcer Lineup for 2026 Tournament (sportsvideo.org)
  • Versant Expands Programming Slate With New and Returning Scripted, Unscripted, and Live Sports and Events For 2026-27 Season (thegolfwire.com)
  • Cottonwood Shores approves emergency repairs after wastewater pipe break (dailytrib.com)

Ok Llano! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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