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Blood donations are on downward spiral this summer
Blood donations are on downward spiral this summer
— Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. is in need of a blood transfusion, according to the American Red Cross. 07/19/2023 08:50 PM
Hays County jury returns a 35-year sentence for aggravated assault of public servant
Hays County jury returns a 35-year sentence for aggravated assault of public servant
Staff Report 07/19/2023 08:30 PM
Pie in the Sky to return this September
Pie in the Sky to return this September
— The Pie in the Sky Hot Air Balloon Festival will return to Lake Kyle Park for a two-day festival this Labor Day weekend. 07/19/2023 08:20 PM
Austin Regional Clinic continues to expand in Hays County
Austin Regional Clinic continues to expand in Hays County
HAYS COUNTY — Austin Regional Clinic (ARC) has its eyes set on expanding in Hays County to ensure that all patients’ needs are filled. 07/19/2023 08:10 PM
City of Kyle looks at implementing Comprehensive Plan 2030
City of Kyle looks at implementing Comprehensive Plan 2030
KYLE — During a special joint meeting on July 12 with the Planning and Zoning Commission, Kyle City Council heard a presentation from AJ Fawver of Verdunity regarding the Comprehensive Plan 2030. 07/19/2023 08:00 PM
Five years, and counting, without trial
Five years, and counting, without trial
SAN MARCOS — On Nov. 07/19/2023 03:00 PM
UPDATED: Wildfire burns more than 40 acres in Buda
UPDATED: Wildfire burns more than 40 acres in Buda
07/18/2023 10:18 PM
HCSO seeks public’s help after locating burnt human remains
HCSO seeks public’s help after locating burnt human remains
The Hays County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance after locating burnt human remains in Kyle on Monday, July 10. 07/18/2023 06:57 PM
Alexis Pointe supports eco-friendly initiatives
Alexis Pointe supports eco-friendly initiatives
— Local senior living community Alexis Pointe Senior Living teamed up with Keep Wimberley Beautiful to introduce eco-friendly grass and wildflowers in its 1.67-acre detention pond. 07/12/2023 10:50 PM
Flight Ice Creams serves up ice cream a little different in Dripping Springs
Flight Ice Creams serves up ice cream a little different in Dripping Springs
07/12/2023 10:40 PM
H-E-B opens in place of iconic Nutty Brown Amphitheatre
H-E-B opens in place of iconic Nutty Brown Amphitheatre
Staff Report AUSTIN — There is now another grocery store option for Hays County residents after the Nutty Brown H-E-B opened its doors in west Austin on Wednesday, July 5. 07/12/2023 10:30 PM
PEC hosts 2nd annual Camp Save-a-Watt Solar Car Derby
PEC hosts 2nd annual Camp Save-a-Watt Solar Car Derby
— For the second year in a row, Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) hosted campers and parents from across the cooperative’s coverage area on June 21 for a day of free learning and fun at the coop’s headquarters in Johnson City, according to a news release. More than 150 people, including 70 campers in kindergarten through third grade, attended PEC’s Camp Save-a-Watt Solar Car Derby. Attendees had the opportunity to learn about solar energy from PEC experts, as well as build and race solar cars. 07/12/2023 10:20 PM
Hays County Commissioners Court declares July Park and Recreation Month
Hays County Commissioners Court declares July Park and Recreation Month
— The Hays County Parks Department is being recognized for its contributions to the county’s health and wellness. During its June 20 meeting, the commissioners court passed a proclamation recognizing parks and recreation as an integral part of the community and declaring July as Park and Recreation Month, according to a news release. 07/12/2023 10:10 PM
Hays Cares to provide free shoes to area students
Hays Cares to provide free shoes to area students
— In 2022, approximately 12% of Hays County residents were living in poverty, according to census.gov. But one local nonprofit is working to inspire hope by providing resources, education and economic opportunities for underserved children and families. 07/12/2023 10:00 PM
Tips on how to beat the heat this summer in Texas
Tips on how to beat the heat this summer in Texas
HAYS COUNTY — It’s no secret that summers in Texas are brutal, so knowing how to take care of yourself during the hot temperatures is vital. 07/12/2023 09:50 PM
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