The Townie
Curated life, close to home — a soulful newsletter from Mason County, TX, celebrating the people and places that make small towns thrive.
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Aug 13, 2026
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16 min read
Backroads & Heartlands Edition · August 13, 2026
Aug 6, 2026
12 min read
Backroads & Heartlands Edition · August 6, 2026
Jul 30, 2026
14 min read
Raise your hand to mentor a Hill Country student this fall — plus a warm welcome to the Venture Fest's first-ever sponsor, and Koda's still holding out for his person.
Jul 23, 2026
13 min read
We came through a hard week together — and now there's a spot with your student's name on it at the Hill Country Venture Fest.
Jul 16, 2026
Venture Fest finds its home, Llano throws a Saturday worth the drive, and a little dog named Koda has big plans for your lap.
Jul 9, 2026
Backroads & Heartlands Edition — July 9, 2026
Jul 2, 2026
Brady's 100th July Jubilee, Junction's parade, Llano's fireworks, the Mason Round Up — and a word about what this July holds.
Jun 26, 2026
Summer events, record heat, a stage for our students — and everything good ahead.
Jun 18, 2026
2 min read
Recognized as Texas Venture Fest of the Year for rural innovation. Plus 30+ summer events, Cookie needs a home, and Hazel Mae answers your tomato question.
