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Hays County program seeks donations for the holidays
Hays County program seeks donations for the holidays
Staff Report HAYS COUNTY — The Hays County Brown Santa program has started its annual drive for money, food and toys to assist families in need in Hays County.  The program consists of volunteers from the Hays County Sheriff’s ... 11/30/2022 11:10 PM
Brand infuses culture into coffee
Brand infuses culture into coffee
For Jessica Taylor, coffee has long been a vehicle of connection — her coffee brand blends this idea of connectivity with culture and delicious flavors for a unique caffeine experience. Taylor founded Ezra Coffee in 2021. ... 11/30/2022 10:40 PM
County court approves community feline policy
County court approves community feline policy
By Megan Wehring HAYS COUNTY – Hays County is working to address issues stemming from the presence of community cats.  On Nov. 22, the Hays County Commissioners Court approved an interim community cat management policy to move toward the ... 11/30/2022 10:30 PM
County Pet Resource Center in the works
County Pet Resource Center in the works
By Megan Wehring HAYS COUNTY – Austin Pets Alive! has been chosen to run the Pet Resource Center.  The Hays County Commissioners Court awarded a request for proposals contract to Austin Pets Alive! and authorized staff and general counsel ... 11/30/2022 10:20 PM
Wimberley Texans advance with 64-6 win over Jarrell
Wimberley Texans advance with 64-6 win over Jarrell
By Wayland D. Clark CEDAR PARK — The Texans (13-0) move on to the next round and will face 4A District 13 opponent Lago Vista (10-3) in the quarterfinals on Friday, Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m. at Hutto Memorial Stadium.  Wimberley won 31-28 when ... 11/30/2022 10:00 PM
DSHS sophomore speaks at TEDx
DSHS sophomore speaks at TEDx
By Megan Wehring DRIPPING SPRINGS – Eben Sebastian, a sophomore at Dripping Springs High School (DSHS), was one of 14 speakers and the only teenager selected for the TEDx event held on Sept. 24 in Harker Heights.  TEDx is a grassroots ... 11/30/2022 09:50 PM
DSISD collects coats for kids
DSISD collects coats for kids
By Megan Wehring DRIPPING SPRINGS – To help children keep warm, some Dripping Springs ISD campuses are collecting coats.  Coats for Kids partners with Jack Brown Cleaners, iHeartRadio and KVUE to collect and distribute coats to Central ... 11/30/2022 09:40 PM
Hays County Food Bank tackles food insecurity
Hays County Food Bank tackles food insecurity
By Brittany Anderson HAYS COUNTY — Food insecurity in our community is a year-round problem, but during the holidays when many  are gathering with loved ones around big tables of food, this problem can be exacerbated.  The Hays ... 11/30/2022 09:30 PM
Kyle directs staff to bring back budget proposals for Burleson Project
Kyle directs staff to bring back budget proposals for Burleson Project
By Amira Van Leeuwen KYLE — City council unanimously agreed to direct staff to bring back proposals as discussed for the 104 S. Burleson Project.  Initially, the budget for this project was $10.4 million, but now it’s $14.9 million ... 11/30/2022 09:20 PM
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
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