By Brittany Anderson From book drives and handmade quilts to activity totes and therapeutic care bags, Texans have felt called to help out their Uvalde neighbors in any way they can following the Robb Elementary School tragedy on May 24.   Many Hays County groups and individuals have been part of th...

By C.J. Vetter HAYS COUNTY - In today’s modern world, it’s easy to forget to take a moment and just breathe. But sometimes, even when you do, that’s not enough.   That’s where Michele Schalin and her business, Mindful Metamorphosis, comes in with its new line of events called Breathwork. Her latest ...

AGE of Central Texas broke ground on its new facility in South Austin on June 7. Located at 9400 Alice Mae, the facility is slated to be completed in the summer of 2023. It will provide programming and support for older adults and family caregivers, including a state-of-the-art, nonresidential adult...

By C.J. Vetter HAYS COUNTY - As summer begins, many are looking forward to a time of relaxation and warm weather. Others, however, can have a difficult time adjusting to the new temperatures and schedules.   The National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) warns that mental illness can be especially ...

By Megan Wehring BUDA – Buda Oaks, a senior living community, had an unforgettable Memorial Day this year.   AMVETS of Kyle came out to assist the community’s veterans with a Changing of the Flag ceremony, followed by a barbecue lunch   “We especially want to say thank you   to AMVETS for the MIA/PO...

Staff Report Burn bans, drought conditions and little to no rainfall are becoming regular highlights on the weekly forecast. The Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District's Board of Directors declared a Stage II Alarm Drought on June 9. The District’sdrought triggers, Lovelady Monitor Wel...

Movies in the Park  Kyle Movies in the Park is back at the basketball court at Gregg-Clarke Park located at 1301 W Center Street.  This event is free to attend with no registration needed. The movie will begin at sundown and attendees are suggested to grab a blanket/chair and a friend for another gr...

‘Chispas’ is the Spanish word for ‘sparks.’ Here are some things that have sparked us this week!   Buda Oaks holds special Memorial Day celebration Courtesy of Buda Oaks. Senior living community Buda Oaks had a very memorable Memorial Day. AMVETS of Kyle came out to assist the community’s veterans w...

By Megan Wehring WIMBERLEY – Five puppies are moving onto the next level to become assistance dogs.   On Thursday, May 19, the Freedom Canines International (FCI) puppies passed the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test – which moves them on to advanced training next school year as they learn to be dia...

By Megan Wehring   HAYS COUNTY – The Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) awarded $100,000 total in scholarships to 39 students – nine of which are in Hays County. Additionally, two PEC members in Hays County seeking to advance their education as adults also received $2,500 awards. “It’s an incredi...