HAYS COUNTY — After thousands have waited weeks to know the status of their healthcare options, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) and Ascension Texas have reached an agreement on new contracts. This will allow BCBSTX members to have access to services offered by the major hospital system. Asc...

Hays County organization aids in nabbing record number of criminals HAYS COUNTY — In early January, Hays County Crime Stoppers (HCCS) Executive Director Sgt. Jeffrey Jordan received an anonymous tip regarding an individual wanted for assaulting a public servant. Days later, on Jan. 12, more than 230...

‘It’s all about making people feel welcome’ — Community and making all feel welcome have been at the heart of the Springs Family YMCA in Dripping Springs for the last 15 years. In 2007, a new opportunity presented itself for an additional YMCA location, but this time in Dripping Springs. The Springs...

The Wimberley Texans, who were state runner-up in Class 4-A Division II, had numerous players named to the 4A District 13 Honors list for 2022. Running back Johnny Ball, safety Lane Patek and outside tackle Kaden Romo were named MVP. Sophomore quarterback Cody Stoever was named Newcomer of the Year....

3% pay increase proposed Dripping Springs — Budget has been a recent topic of discussion for Dripping Springs ISD. On Jan. 23, the DSISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved the 2023-24 assumptions and parameters, which include a proposed 3% pay increase. But the vote was not left without discussi...

WIMBERLEY — A dead fox tested positive for rabies last week, according to the Hays County Sheriff’s Office. On Jan. 20, a dead fox was found at approximately 9 a.m. outside of a residential home located at 500 block of West Summit Drive in Wimberley. The fox was later tested by the Department of Sta...

‘Seeing that hope blossom in people reminds me that there’s always hope’ HAYS COUNTY — For many individuals struggling with substance abuse or veterans experiencing mental health struggles like PTSD, fitness may be the last thing on their minds — but a free gym in Hays County is striving to shift th...