District seeking bids on first bond projects
By Jeff Berger Anvil Herald Publisher The Hondo Independent School District Board of Trustees continued the process of bringing the 2026 bond election to life at its meeting on Monday. The board voted to proceed with the first $20 million of the $30 million project through the guidance of architectural and design firm LPA. The first loan will carry 4.657% interest. The first bid deadline is Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 2 p.m. At that time the district will read the bid
Businesses launch plans for an upward growth curve
By Rosanne Fohn Anvil Herald Reporter Three well-established Hondo businesses have completed a milestone in a year-long pilot program aimed at helping them grow their businesses to the next level. As reported in the Hondo Anvil Herald in May, the Hondo Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) voted in April to invest $4,750 for each business into a program called “economic gardening.” The term refers to an economic development program that provides strategic
HISD reports 1,695 students
Another school year has begun in the Hondo ISD, and, as of the third day of classes on Monday, Aug. 17, the district reports 1,695 students in attendance. Monday’s enrollment at the four campuses included: • Meyer Elementary, 408 • Woolls Intermediate, 370 • McDowell MS, 399 • Hondo HS, 518 Opening day attendance in the 2025-26 school year was 1,720.
Military appreciation night Aug. 28 at Barry Field
Hondo High School will be hosting Military Appreciation Night on Friday, Aug. 28, at Barry Field, when the Owls host Ingram in the 2026 football season opener. Active military and veterans will be recognized pregame. Anyone wishing to participate is encouraged to arrive by 6:30, before the 7 p.m. kickoff.
