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Public defender’s office gets green light
Public defender’s office gets green light
By Megan Wehring HAYS COUNTY – The long-awaited public defender’s office (PDO) is moving forward in Hays County.  On Nov. 22, the Hays County Commissioners Court unanimously approved an agreement between the county and Neighborhood ... 11/30/2022 09:10 PM
Doral Academy parents speak out over health and safety concerns
Doral Academy parents speak out over health and safety concerns
By Amira Van Leeuwen BUDA — On Nov. 7, nearly 40 Doral Academy parents gathered in a small classroom to bring attention to the health and safety concerns they have for their children.  When Brandon Hall, a former Army recruiter, asked why ... 11/30/2022 09:00 PM
DS football advances to regional semis
DS football advances to regional semis
By Wayland D. Clark Dripping Springs scored early and often in a 56-28 area win over San Antonio Brandeis on Saturday at Heroes Stadium in San Antonio. Dripping Springs quarterback Austin Novosad completed 17 of 25 passes for 325 yards, ran for a ... 11/23/2022 02:30 PM
Sobriety Over the Holidays is Possible and Here’s How
Sobriety Over the Holidays is Possible and Here’s How
Contributed by Micahel Leach The holiday season is meant to bring peace and joy while families share in love, kindness, compassion and gratitude. However, the holiday season can look quite different for many families.  Stressors quickly pile ... 11/23/2022 02:20 PM
DSISD names legislative priorities
DSISD names legislative priorities
By Megan Wehring DRIPPING SPRINGS – Dripping Springs ISD has announced what it hopes lawmakers will deem important for the 88th Legislative Session, which is slated to begin in two months.  The DSISD administrative team developed a list ... 11/23/2022 02:00 PM
KASZ has a feast around the world
KASZ has a feast around the world
A variety of local businesses and organizations participated. KASZ provided Italian, Chinese and Greek food, The Philomena provided Moroccan, Kenyan and Nigerian food (pictured above), Orchard Park of Kyle provided Mexican food, the Kyle, Buda ... 11/23/2022 01:20 PM
Gunner Thames Memorial Foundation to receive ARPA funds
Gunner Thames Memorial Foundation to receive ARPA funds
By Megan Wehring HAYS COUNTY – To alleviate stress brought on by the pandemic, Hays County is allocating American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to the Gunner Thames Memorial Foundation (GTM). On Nov. 15, the Hays County Commissioners Court ... 11/23/2022 01:10 PM
Same faces for Buda council
Same faces for Buda council
By Brittany Anderson BUDA — The Nov. 8 election brought a few new faces to government roles around Hays County, but Buda City Council will continue forward with its same leadership for a couple more years.  During the Nov. 15 council ... 11/23/2022 01:00 PM
Kyle moves forward with Word Place development
Kyle moves forward with Word Place development
By Amira Van Leeuwen KYLE — In a unanimous vote, city council directed city staff to prepare a development agreement, Public Improvement District (PID) and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) for Word Place, a 27-acre Mixed-Use Development ... 11/23/2022 02:00 AM
Official canvassed election results
Official canvassed election results
By Megan Wehring  HAYS COUNTY – Official results from the Nov. 8 General Election are in. Below are the official canvassed results, according to county data, as of Thursday, Nov. 17.  Hays County Judge*  Ruben Becerra (D): ... 11/23/2022 01:40 AM
Buda Sip N Stroll
Buda Sip N Stroll
11/23/2022 01:30 AM
Hays council denies MUD
Hays council denies MUD
By Brittany Anderson HAYS — The small community of Hays has taken another step in trying to ensure that a 300-acre development does not end up causing more problems for its residents than already anticipated.  Hays City Council ... 11/23/2022 12:50 AM
How to help WISD teens for the holidays
How to help WISD teens for the holidays
Staff Report WIMBERLEY – Wimberley ISD needs the community’s help to keep its holiday marketplace afloat.  The Holiday Teen Marketplace will be collecting donations for its annual holiday gift store on Nov. 28-29 from 9 a.m. to 2 ... 11/23/2022 12:00 AM
DSISD board, parents address failed bond
DSISD board, parents address failed bond
By Megan Wehring DRIPPING SPRINGS – Dripping Springs ISD’s $481.13 million bond package did not pass in the Nov. 8 General Election, leaving several parents and the district to question what’s next.  The DSISD board of ... 11/22/2022 11:50 PM
Buda mayor addresses city during chamber luncheon
Buda mayor addresses city during chamber luncheon
By Amira Van Leeuwen BUDA — Mayor Lee Urbanovsky delivered his State of the City Address during the Buda Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon on Nov. 16.  During the luncheon, the chamber introduced the newly re-elected mayor pro-tem, Evan ... 11/22/2022 11:30 PM
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