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The Adventures of Guich Koock

The Adventures of Guich Koock

Fri, Apr 08, 2011

Guich Koock has lived an amazing life (this photo is from his starring role in the movie "American Ninja"). You can read about some of it here.

Wimberley Wonders

Wimberley Wonders

Tue, Apr 05, 2011

Bill and M.F. Johnson, pictured here with Kathleen Kosies and actor Guich Koock (who once lived in one of their cabins), are wonderful examples of the Texas Hill Country spirit.

Violin Virtuoso

Violin Virtuoso

Fri, Apr 01, 2011

Keenan Fletcher, pictured here as a high school sophomore in Montana, is now a gifted violinist and teacher in Llano, Texas.

A Family Tradition

A Family Tradition

Mon, Feb 07, 2011

Gracie Amici and Vicki Christensen run a delightful shop called "One Trick Pony" in the front rooms of Christensen's "Tres Rios Silver" custom buckle business.

Blanco Adventurer

Blanco Adventurer

Fri, Jan 21, 2011

J. Katherine McClure is a remarkable woman with a remarkable story. We're proud to have her as a Texas Hill Country neighbor!

Brady's Mexican Colony Reborn

Brady's Mexican Colony Reborn

Fri, Dec 24, 2010

Fernando Nandin Sr. is proof that the American Dream still lives, and the Mexican Colony in Brady is an important part of Brady's history.

Bandera Trick Roper

Bandera Trick Roper

Tue, Dec 07, 2010

Bandera trick roper Kevin Fitzpatrick was one of a select group recently honored for "Keeping Texas Texan."

New Legs for Adam

New Legs for Adam

Sat, Dec 04, 2010

Adam Adray has become a very positive part of the Llano community. Now that community is rallying behind him.

The Pianist

The Pianist

Wed, Dec 01, 2010

The story of Anna Ray Borho is, in a large part, the history of Leander. The railroad town which swallowed up the old settlement of Bagdad has itself become almost a part of Austin, but clues to its unique past remain for those willing to search them out.

Hill Country Movie Star

Hill Country Movie Star

Fri, Nov 26, 2010

A small actor has made a big impression im movies like Hancock and The Blind Side. Here, he relaxes at his Goldthwaite home.

Riding with John Wayne

Riding with John Wayne

Thu, Nov 25, 2010

Bandera personality Rudy Robbins shows off a picture of his band, Spirit of Texas, performing for Roy Rogers and friends. Robbins had parts in several John Wayne movies and many TV shows.

Miracles Do Happen

Miracles Do Happen

Thu, Nov 25, 2010

Miracles still do happen sometimes, and no one is more deserving than Bud Fitzpatrick.

Brady's Supermodeler

Brady's Supermodeler

Wed, Nov 24, 2010

Bert Streigler is a multi-talented citizen of the Texas Hill Country, a fascinating personality and a real asset to his hometown of Brady.

Woman of Distinction

Woman of Distinction

Mon, Nov 15, 2010

Carole Goble doesn't think she's accomplished much, but those who know her consider her a "Woman of Distinction."

Talented Teen

Talented Teen

Sat, Nov 13, 2010

Camille Sanders is an accomplished actress, ballerina, singer and multi-talented musician from Concan. And she just turned 15!

An American Hero

An American Hero

Thu, Nov 11, 2010

A story of the pre-war Texas Hill Country and one of its finest young men

One of the Greatest

One of the Greatest

Thu, Nov 04, 2010

Joe Randerson is a charter member of our "Greatest Generation." This is his remarkable story.

Ranch-style sculpture

Ranch-style sculpture

Tue, Oct 12, 2010

An Italian artist has created an artistic wonderland on a rocky hill southwest of Johnson City

Darrell Staedtler Day in Llano

Darrell Staedtler Day in Llano

Fri, Oct 08, 2010

Llano honored one of its most illustrious citizens earlier this year