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City of Kyle requests water from City of San Marcos for 2nd consecutive year
City of Kyle requests water from City of San Marcos for 2nd consecutive year
KYLE — At a special meeting held on Tuesday, Aug. 29, Kyle City Council heard details of a potential water agreement with the city of San Marcos for the second consecutive year. 09/06/2023 07:40 PM
The dog days of summer 2023
The dog days of summer 2023
In honor of National Dog Day on Saturday, Aug. 26, we asked readers to submit pictures of their pups. 08/30/2023 10:10 PM
HCSO introduces online reporting system
HCSO introduces online reporting system
Staff Report SAN MARCOS — The Hays County Sheriff’s Office has now made it easier to report crimes through its online reporting system. According to a news release from HCSO, the new service allows the public the opportunity to report several kinds of incidents, including the following: 08/30/2023 10:00 PM
Residents invited to Hays County Emergency Preparedness Fair
Residents invited to Hays County Emergency Preparedness Fair
‘We're trying to reach out to a multitude of different age groups and help them be better prepared in any walk of life’ 08/30/2023 09:40 PM
Bond in murder case reduced
Bond in murder case reduced
SAN MARCOS — Following a bond reduction hearing on Tuesday, Aug. 22 in the case against Jaquell Desean Ray, 18, of Buda, Judge Tanner Neidhardt granted the defense’s motion to set bond at a total of $100,000 for charges of firstdegree murder and delivery of a controlled substance to a minor, a second-degree felony. 08/30/2023 09:00 PM
UPDATED: Shooting involving off-duty Kyle Police officer under investigation
UPDATED: Shooting involving off-duty Kyle Police officer under investigation
08/26/2023 05:56 PM
Law enforcement launches crime information portal
Law enforcement launches crime information portal
HAYS COUNTY — Residents and visitors can now access crime and arrest data for all of Hays County on one platform, called Citizens Connect. Hosted by Tyler Technologies, the system is the first in Texas to create a system in which all law enforcement agencies can share data, according to a Hays County press release. 08/23/2023 09:30 PM
Hays County tackles mental health and the criminal justice system
Hays County tackles mental health and the criminal justice system
By Megan Navarro HAYS COUNTY — Hays County continues to work to help the individuals in the criminal justice system who are dealing with mental health issues. 08/16/2023 08:30 PM
Amerson case receives trial date after five years
Amerson case receives trial date after five years
SAN MARCOS — Chelesta Amerson wore a black dress that day. As she prepared for the three-hour trip to San Marcos, she thought about the possibility that her son would be returning with her that evening. Her mood began to change as the hearing continued, realizing that she would be alone that night. Five hours prior, she had no idea that she was unknowingly dressing to mourn the loss of her son once more as she watched him exit through the courtroom. ——— Clad in dark blue jail attire and cuffed at the wrist, waist and ankles, DeVonte Amerson, who has been incarcerated since March 2018, appeared in court on Tuesday, Aug. 1 for a pretrial hearing on a capital murder charge. 08/09/2023 09:20 PM
Hays County Sheriff's Office recognized for 175 years of service
Hays County Sheriff's Office recognized for 175 years of service
— The Hays County Commissioners Court honored first responders who serve in the community on Aug. 1 by recognizing the 175th anniversary of the Hays County Sheriff’s Office. 08/09/2023 09:00 PM
400-acre blaze 100% contained in Hays County
400-acre blaze 100% contained in Hays County
HAYS COUNTY — At approximately 3:13 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 5, Hays County and state agencies received a request for assistance on a fire burning north of San Marcos. The cause of the fire was determined to be accidental, caused by equipment use. Dozens of agencies would soon respond to a fire that, as of Thursday, Aug. 10, is still burning 400 acres in grass and brush fuels with 100% containment. According to Hays County officials, crews will be monitoring and patrolling containment lines on Tuesday, ensuring that hot sports are handled. Temporary Flight Restriction has been lifted over the area. Fire is staffed today with 35 personnel, cindluing two of the Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System (TIFMAS) strike teams and supporting personnel from the Texas A&M Forest Service and Hays County. 08/09/2023 04:00 PM
Jason Harrell is new president of Texas Funeral Directors Association
Jason Harrell is new president of Texas Funeral Directors Association
— At the 137th annual convention in Irving, the Texas Funeral Directors Association (TFDA) elected Jason Harrell as the president of the association. With an extensive background in the funeral service profession and a commitment to excellence, according to a new release, Harrell brings a wealth of experience and leadership to this esteemed role. 07/19/2023 09:30 PM
Ray pleads not guilty in fentanyl-related death of Lehman High School student
Ray pleads not guilty in fentanyl-related death of Lehman High School student
— Jaquell Desean Ray, 18, of Buda waived his arraignment and entered a plea of not guilty on Thursday, July 13 to charges of murder and delivery of a controlled substance to a minor. 07/19/2023 09:10 PM
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
Five years, and counting, without trial
Five years, and counting, without trial
SAN MARCOS — On Nov. 07/19/2023 03:00 PM
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