Best of Bastrop 2025 - Magazine - Page 66
PEOPLE
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WAITER/WAITRESS
WELLNESS COACH
Alex Asad Howdy Y’all Tattoo
Jennifer Ormesher Canopy of Stars Travel
FIRST PLACE
FIRST PLACE
TRAVEL AGENT
VIDEOGRAPHER
Donna Hall – Donna Hall
Wellness
TIED FIRST PLACE
FIRST PLACE
Misty Daniels Neighbor’s Kitchen
& Yard
Shelley Embrey Excellent Escapes Travel
Chris White - Bastrop ISD
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TIED FIRST PLACE
Kornyan Bailey - Bastrop
Chamber of Commerce
Lauren Hansell Bastrop Prayer
& Healing Room
Gale Branecky Bastrop Travel
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Sherrill Schier 2 World Travels
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Larry Nix - Larry Nix
Photography
Dee Lawson Neighbor’s Kitchen
& Yard
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Bailey Cantwell Maxine’s
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Savanna Blake Elevate ETX
Bastrop County is more than a beautiful stretch of the Lost Pines—it’s a place defined by the good
people who call it home. From the bustling town squares to the quiet country roads, you’ll find
neighbors who wave when you drive by, shopkeepers who know your name, and volunteers who
always show up when someone’s in need. Kindness here isn’t an act—it’s a way of life, passed
down through generations who built this community with hard work, heart, and an unwavering
sense of togetherness.
Our people are the storytellers, the dreamers, the doers—the ones who turn small-town life into
something extraordinary. They’re the teachers shaping young minds, the ranchers tending the
same land their grandparents worked, the artists adding color to our streets, and the business
owners who make sure each city in our county have their own unique rhythm. Whether it’s a friendly smile at the farmers market or a helping hand aver a storm, the spirit of Bastrop County shines
brightest in its people.
Celebrating our rich heritage means honoring those who came before us—the early settlers who
built homes from pine and hope, the generations who kept traditions alive through music, food,
and festivals, and the new faces who bring fresh energy to this historic place. Together, they weave
a story of resilience and renewal that continues to shape our community today.
From the banks of the Colorado River to the heart of our historic downtowns, Bastrop County remains a place where good people do great things. It’s a community that remembers its roots,
cherishes its culture, and looks to the future with pride—proof that the true treasure of Bastrop isn’t
just its beauty, but the people who make it home.
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