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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

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

Hays County unveils historical marker at Cuauhtémoc Hall

Hays County unveils historical marker at Cuauhtémoc Hall

07/05/2023 09:40 PM

Defendant found guilty in first Hays County fentanyl case

Defendant found guilty in first Hays County fentanyl case

07/01/2023 02:26 AM

Local Health Department to expand to new location

Local Health Department to expand to new location

— Ensuring the health and safety of its residents is the mission of Hays County. 05/24/2023 09:10 PM

Former officer waives arraignment

Former officer waives arraignment

— Former Hays County corrections officer Isaiah Garcia, 27, waived his arraignment hearing on Tuesday, May 23, for deadly conduct, a thirddegree felony, in the shooting death of Joshua Leon Wright, 36. 05/24/2023 08:00 PM

Psychologist helps spread mental health awareness

Psychologist helps spread mental health awareness

SAN MARCOS – By the time you finish reading this article, three people will have committed suicide. In the United States, there are 130 suicides per day. In 2020, 45,979 individuals committed suicide, according to the CDC. 05/17/2023 09:20 PM

Child molester sentenced to 35 years

Child molester sentenced to 35 years

05/16/2023 07:55 PM

Child molester sentenced to 35 years

Child molester sentenced to 35 years

Hays County District Attorney Kelly Higgins announced today that on Monday, May 1, Nathan Allen, 41, entered a guilty plea to four child abuse charges, according to a press release by the DA’s Office. 05/05/2023 05:16 PM

Hays County Grand Jury clears SMPD officers in fatal shooting

Hays County Grand Jury clears SMPD officers in fatal shooting

05/03/2023 11:05 PM

ESD 1 seeks approval for Prop A

ESD 1 seeks approval for Prop A

HAYS COUNTY — North Hays County Emergency Services District 1 (ESD1) is seeking the voters’ approval of Proposition A — a measure that, if approved, would move the tax cap for ESD1 from the current rate of $0.03/$100 of assessed home value to $0.10/$100 assessed value — the maximum allowed by the state of Texas. 05/03/2023 10:40 PM

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