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The Belton Journal has proudly served the local community of Belton, TX since 1866. As the oldest Bell County business, we provide residents with the most relevant news, sports and stories. Through celebratory moments and challenges such as the Great Depression, floods, and destructive tornados, we've stood strong by remaining a trustworthy source of local information.
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From glorifying sports victories to being by your side through difficult recessions, we deliver to your heart and mailbox every Thursday. Start enjoying our content today with a trial subscription.
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