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What's happening in Texas this week
What's happening in Texas this week
Hundreds of new laws go into effect A total of 774 new laws went into effect on Sept. 1, affecting Texans in many areas of their lives, the Austin American-Statesman reported. The new laws concern property taxes, registration fees and voting access, among other issues. Several have drawn court challenges from opponents. 09/06/2023 09:10 PM
Will this drought ever end?
Will this drought ever end?
When you grow up in Texas, or have at least lived here for a few years, you know that the summers can be brutal. There is little to no rain and it’s scorching hot to the point where you feel like you are melting the second you step outside. 09/06/2023 09:00 PM
Hays CISD to dedicate fine arts wing to longtime educator
Hays CISD to dedicate fine arts wing to longtime educator
Staff Report BUDA — The new fine arts wing at Dahlstrom Middle School (DMS) — which includes the school’s new band hall and music rooms — will be named after Leroy Gerdes. 09/06/2023 08:50 PM
Kyle City Council discusses Comprehensive Plan
Kyle City Council discusses Comprehensive Plan
By Brittany Kelley KYLE — Kyle City Council held a meeting with the Planning and Zoning Commission on Aug. 29 to discuss recommendations to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan. 09/06/2023 08:40 PM
City of Kyle hosts annual Pie in the Sky Hot Air Balloon Festival
City of Kyle hosts annual Pie in the Sky Hot Air Balloon Festival
09/06/2023 08:20 PM
Kyle Fire Department to host 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
Kyle Fire Department to host 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
KYLE — Local firefighters and first responders will be showing their respects to the fallen heroes of 9/11 at 7 a.m. on Sept. 11 at Bob Shelton Stadium with the 3rd annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, hosted by the Kyle Fire Department. 09/06/2023 08:10 PM
Kyle Police: Man found dead after hit and run
Kyle Police: Man found dead after hit and run
Staff Report KYLE — At approximately 5 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 4, the Kyle Police Department responded to the 23000 block of IH-35 for reports of a welfare concern involving a male lying in the grassy median. 09/06/2023 08:00 PM
Police provide update on officer-involved shooting
Police provide update on officer-involved shooting
BUDA — At 3:59 a.m. on Sept. 5, a Buda police officer conducted a traffic stop at the 1500 block of IH-35 due to suspicious circumstances and an uninsured vehicle. While being questioned, the individual first allegedly provided false identification and then, when told to stay inside the vehicle, stepped out and pointed a gun at the officer, according to the Buda Police Department. It was then that the officer fired at the suspect and began an on-foot pursuit. 09/06/2023 08:00 PM
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
Tom Hill (1941-2023)
Tom Hill (1941-2023)
09/06/2023 04:00 PM
Tigers drop season opener at home
Tigers drop season opener at home
DRIPPING SPRINGS — The Dripping Springs Tigers fell short against the Vandegrift High School Vipers, 27-7, in a non-district game on Friday, Aug. 25 in front of a near capacity home crowd. 08/30/2023 10:50 PM
Wimberley Texans dominate in season opener
Wimberley Texans dominate in season opener
— The Wimberley Texans scored in every way possible in a game of football in their home opener against Canyon Lake on Friday, Aug. 25. The Texans ended the game with a 60-6 win over the Hawks, who scored their only touchdown on a 72-yard run with 2:28 remaining in the game. After the Hawks opening kickoff, quarterback Cody Stoever set the tone leading the Texans 72 yards in 12 plays and ran the ball in for the first of three rushing touchdowns, totaling 48 yards on 12 carries. 08/30/2023 10:40 PM
DSISD students attend 2023 Lone Star Leadership Academy
DSISD students attend 2023 Lone Star Leadership Academy
Staff Report DRIPPING SPRINGS — Five Dripping Springs ISD students attended the 2023 Lone Star Leadership Academy, hosted by the nonprofit Education in Action, this summer. Students were nominated by educators to participate based on demonstrated leadership ability, academic success and involvement in school and community activities, according to DSISD. 08/30/2023 10:30 PM
Blue Hole closed to swimming for remainder of 2023 season
Blue Hole closed to swimming for remainder of 2023 season
WIMBERLEY — City of Wimberley officials announced that Blue Hole Regional Park will be closed for swimming for the remainder of this year’s season. 08/30/2023 10:20 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
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