The Menard News

09/05/2026

After the game, Tyler Wright met up with Coach Holland to get his recap on the win!

09/05/2026

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS IN MENARD 🐝

There’s just something about Friday nights in a small Texas town.

The lights are on, the stands are full, and the whole community shows up for the Yellowjackets. 💛🖤

Menard came ready to play tonight and walked away with a BIG 64–0 WIN!

Another great night under the lights and another reason we’re proud to call Menard home.

FINAL | MENARD 64–0 🐝

09/05/2026

Menard hosts Rochelle, 7:30 kickoff. Score will be updated on this post.

**FINAL**
Menard: 64
Rochelle: 0
FINAL

9. Davis TD; Gonzalez PAT is good.
8. Ethridge interception to TD; Gonzalez PAT is good.
7. Saiz TD; extra point no good.
6. Compton TD; Gonzalez PAT is good.
5. Ethridge TD; Gonzalez PAT good.
4. Davis TD; PAT no good.
3. Compton (I think) TD; point after no good.
2. Compton TD; Gonzalez PAT blocked again.
1. Ethridge TD, Gonzalez PAT blocked.

09/02/2026

There is currently a burn ban in effect for Menard County and the surrounding counties. There is an active fire on the Menard/Concho County line requiring mutual aid from multiple departments, as well as Aeriel firefighting measures. The fire was started by a resident burning trash which is illegal during a burn ban and 100% preventable. Menard Volunteer Fire Department at 8:00p.m. On Wednesday, September 2, the fire is estimated to be 900-1,000 acres. The fire has now been reduced to between in 400-500 acres.

08/31/2026

HOUSEKEEPER WANTED: House keeper twice a month Must be trustworthy and dependable. Must provide references! Please reply by text 325-396-5252.

08/28/2026

🏈 FINAL: Menard over Bronte 60-0, game complete at the half.

08/25/2026

🐝 It's JACKET BACKER TIME! 🐝

We will be reaching out to last year's Jacket Backers soon, but if you'd like to join, please let us know! Below, see an example from last year. This page appears in the newspaper each week for the ten plus weeks of football.

Get in on this epic season for just $8/week during football season, with playoff games free. Total comes to $80 for the entire season with flexible billing available if needed.

Comment below, email [email protected], call the office (325-396-2243), stop by the office (we keep terrible office hours- phone or email is your best bet!)

Work Menard Hard, Jackets! 💪

08/24/2026

We have had overwhelming feedback on this tax revenue piece Collyn put together a couple of weeks ago, so we decided to share it without a paywall.

Collyn breaks down and compares Menard County taxes and revenue compared to area counties. Interesting!

What gives, and how can it change?By Collyn Wright, TMN Editor-in-Chief

08/22/2026

Football season is officially here, Menard! 💛🏈🖤

Coach Holland is giving us the inside scoop after this week’s scrimmage and a look at what’s ahead for the Menard Yellowjackets this season.

A new season is underway, and we’re ready for some football! 🏈🙌

08/21/2026

Awesome job, Danni!