https://www.haysfreepress.com/author/2,brittany-kelley en Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:40:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26655,hays-county-begins-fiscal-year-2027-budget-discussionsSAN MARCOS — The Hays County Commissioners Court discussed the beginning of fiscal year 2027 at its Aug. 4 meeting.First, the court discussed several efforts for the upcoming budget, which was brought...]]> Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:40:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26655,hays-county-begins-fiscal-year-2027-budget-discussions https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26647,adell-hurst-chosen-as-namesake-of-kyle-community-centerKYLE — The anticipated community center, located at 1500 Dacy Lane in Kyle, was given its official name at the Aug. 4 Kyle City Council meeting.Council members Courtney Goza and Melisa Medina and Mayo...]]> Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26647,adell-hurst-chosen-as-namesake-of-kyle-community-center https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26648,young-entrepreneurs-at-work-in-driftwoodEmily S. was one of several business owners at the Young Entrepreneur Fair held Aug. 8 at Visa Brewing in Driftwood. Her shop, Dragons and Dreams, began after she received a 3-D printer for Christmas...]]> Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26648,young-entrepreneurs-at-work-in-driftwood https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26660,oakwood-public-market-under-new-ownershipDRIPPING SPRINGS — Sarah Miller and Dallas Miller are hoping to bring back family opportunities to Dripping Springs with the reopening of Oakwood Public Market near the end of August.The pair are entr...]]> Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26660,oakwood-public-market-under-new-ownership https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26649,rocking-horse-academy-sold-new-company-to-take-overKYLE — After 24 years of service, Jane Terrell made the hard decision to sell Rocking Horse Academy.The pre-kindergarten and childcare learning center was built for love from the beginning. Terrell sh...]]> Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26649,rocking-horse-academy-sold-new-company-to-take-over https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26643,2027-compensation-plan-approved-for-wimberley-isdWIMBERLEY  — The Wimberley ISD Board of Trustees approved its compensation plan for the 2026-27 school year at its July 27 meeting.According to the presentation completed by Chief Financial Offic...]]> Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:50:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26643,2027-compensation-plan-approved-for-wimberley-isd https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26636,garison-memorial-park-project-now-underway-in-budaThe city of Buda broke ground on Garison Memorial Park after nearly 10 years of discussion. The more than 40-acre park, funded through the 2021 parks bond, has more than a mile of hiking trails adjace...]]> Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:40:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26636,garison-memorial-park-project-now-underway-in-buda https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26633,google-celebrates-beginnings-of-service-in-kylePHOTO BY BRITTANY KELLEYGFiber began bringing its internet service to Kyle in 2025 and has since had crews installing the necessary infrastructure to neighborhoods throughout the city. Recently, the f...]]> Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26633,google-celebrates-beginnings-of-service-in-kyle https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26628,nearly-200-million-less-planned-for-kyle-s-fiscal-year-2026-27-budgetKYLE — Interim city manager Perwez Moheet presented a proposed budget for fiscal year (FY) 2026-27 that is nearly $200 million less than the previous year’s at the Kyle City Council special meeting Au...]]> Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26628,nearly-200-million-less-planned-for-kyle-s-fiscal-year-2026-27-budget https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26627,kyle-city-council-talks-community-center-agreement-future-of-animal-shelterKYLE — Kyle City Council discussed several partnerships, including those with the Kyle Area Senior Zone (KASZ) and Hays County, at its July 30 special meeting.Facility use agreementKASZ has called the...]]> Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26627,kyle-city-council-talks-community-center-agreement-future-of-animal-shelter https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26616,atlas-jiu-jitsu-celebrates-with-ribbon-cutting-in-budaBuda has a new physical activity available to residents: jiu jitsu. Atlas Jiu Jitsu was opened by Jim “Yeti” Niemie and offers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu lessons to both children and adults. Niemie is curren...]]> Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26616,atlas-jiu-jitsu-celebrates-with-ribbon-cutting-in-buda https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26615,kyle-projects-in-the-worksKYLE — Kyle City Council listened to multiple presentations at its July 16 meeting on projects that will come back for formal approval at a later date.Emergency audible outdoor warning systemAfter cou...]]> Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26615,kyle-projects-in-the-works https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26612,kyle-city-council-votes-on-audit-areasKYLE — Kyle City Council voted in favor of several allegations receiving a forensic audit at its July 21 meeting.A forensic audit is an investigative examination of financial records designed to find...]]> Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:40:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26612,kyle-city-council-votes-on-audit-areas https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26609,pride-event-discussed-staff-direction-given-at-kyle-city-councilKYLE — After the cancellation of next year's Pride Market Days, LGBTQIA+ members of Kyle may still have a celebration in 2027, following direction given by Kyle City Council at its July 21 meeting.Thi...]]> Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26609,pride-event-discussed-staff-direction-given-at-kyle-city-council https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26608,virtual-learning-now-available-for-hays-cisd-s-2026-27-school-yearKYLE — Hays CISD is offering a new opportunity that will further benefit students this upcoming school year: virtual learning.The district has always offered what director of Curriculum and Instructio...]]> Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26608,virtual-learning-now-available-for-hays-cisd-s-2026-27-school-year https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26598,community-found-opportunities-arise-at-the-sated-sheepDRIPPING SPRINGS — When The Sated Sheep was nearly closed down last fall, now-owner Patti Johnson stepped in to save it for the yarn community. Now, it’s opening doors for new opportunities.Johnson fi...]]> Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26598,community-found-opportunities-arise-at-the-sated-sheep https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26592,meadows-center-shares-san-marcos-river-historySAN MARCOS — The San Marcos River is loved by many in Hays County; however, some may be unfamiliar with its rich history and specifics. As a result, Miranda Wait, deputy director of Spring Lake educat...]]> Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26592,meadows-center-shares-san-marcos-river-history https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26594,supergirl-deserved-better-women-deserve-betterDC had an epic crash and burn in its last attempted movie universe, but I’d argue that the new take is doing much better. The first film in the DC Universe (DCU), “Superman,” was released last year an...]]> Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26594,supergirl-deserved-better-women-deserve-better https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26573,lola-house-collective-celebrates-with-ribbon-cuttingLola House Collective, alongside the Greater Buda Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting Tuesday, July 7, in celebration of its business, which opened earlier this year. Co-owners Jordan Pat...]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26573,lola-house-collective-celebrates-with-ribbon-cutting https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26571,hays-cad-seeks-approval-for-new-facilityKYLE — The Hays Central Appraisal District is looking to purchase land to build a new facility in order to continue serving residents adequately.“It’s definitely not a want; it is a need,” began Laura...]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26571,hays-cad-seeks-approval-for-new-facility https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26570,kyle-city-council-to-consider-repealing-kyle-vista-property-resolution-to-dedicate-parklandKYLE — Kyle City Council will be considering repealing a resolution regarding the Kyle Vista Property at a later date, following a 4-3 vote at the July 7 meeting.This item follows legal concerns when...]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26570,kyle-city-council-to-consider-repealing-kyle-vista-property-resolution-to-dedicate-parkland https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26572,buda-sets-off-to-the-see-the-wizardThe city of Buda and Inspired Minds Art Center are hosting a production of “The Wizard of Oz” musical for the city's annual summer musical series. Pictured above, Bella Jo Moore as Dorothy sings “Over...]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26572,buda-sets-off-to-the-see-the-wizard https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26560,local-ham-radio-club-provides-community-support-in-times-of-crisisKYLE — The Hays-Caldwell Radio Club is offering opportunities for residents to serve their community in a time of need with HAM radio lessons.HAM operators, or amateur radio operators, are licensed in...]]> Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26560,local-ham-radio-club-provides-community-support-in-times-of-crisis https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26559,kyle-city-council-talks-proposed-ordinance-for-water-qualityKYLE — Kyle City Council listened to the beginning of a proposed ordinance related to construction within riparian zones, the Edwards Aquifer and water quality at its July 2 special meeting.Jason Lutz...]]> Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:50:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26559,kyle-city-council-talks-proposed-ordinance-for-water-quality https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26558,buda-public-library-to-expand-spanish-collection-with-grantBUDA — The Buda Public Library’s Spanish collection will be receiving an upgrade, after securing the Texas Library Grant from the Texas Book Festival.The grant has been running for years, though the l...]]> Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26558,buda-public-library-to-expand-spanish-collection-with-grant https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26554,updated-conservation-and-drought-plans-presented-to-kyle-city-councilKYLE — Recommendations to the city’s plans regarding water conservation strategies were presented to Kyle City Council at its July 2 special meeting.This update follows a recommendation made as part o...]]> Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26554,updated-conservation-and-drought-plans-presented-to-kyle-city-council https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26566,dripping-springs-wimberley-celebrate-america-s-250th-birthdayDripping Springs Ranch Park and Event Center kicked off the holiday weekend with Fire in the Sky, sponsored by Carrie Issac, Friday, July 3. The show, which was free to attend and featured various ven...]]> Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26566,dripping-springs-wimberley-celebrate-america-s-250th-birthday https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26548,precinct-5-constable-s-office-receives-texas-police-chiefs-association-accreditationKYLE — After working diligently for two years, the Hays County Precinct 5 Constable’s Office was recently recognized with the Texas Police Chiefs Association accreditation.According to Constable John...]]> Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26548,precinct-5-constable-s-office-receives-texas-police-chiefs-association-accreditation https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26546,hays-county-approves-rabies-resolution-to-address-regional-outbreakSAN MARCOS — The Hays County Commissioners Court formally approved a resolution at its June 23 meeting, addressing the growing rabies outbreak affecting wildlife — foxes, skunks and bats — and pets ac...]]> Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26546,hays-county-approves-rabies-resolution-to-address-regional-outbreak https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26545,community-members-rally-around-new-fitness-opportunityRacfit celebrated its opening Thursday, June 25, with the Greater Buda Chamber of Commerce. Community members gathered for the ribbon cutting in honor of the tennis and pickleball facility, located at...]]> Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:50:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26545,community-members-rally-around-new-fitness-opportunity https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26540,kyle-organization-aids-nonprofits-for-fourth-annual-eventPrior to the big day, Kyle City Council member Courtney Goza, pictured, volunteered to help set up. PHOTO BY BRITTANY KELLEYUnforgettable Families and Friends partnered with the Kyle Area Senior Zone...]]> Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26540,kyle-organization-aids-nonprofits-for-fourth-annual-event https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26539,hays-cisd-adopts-2026-27-budgetKYLE — The Hays CISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously to adopt the budget for the 2026-27 school year at its Monday, June 29 meeting.Prior to the vote, Chief Financial Officer Deborah Ottmers prese...]]> Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26539,hays-cisd-adopts-2026-27-budget https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26537,kyle-city-council-to-cut-airport-vouchers-reduce-city-eventsKYLE — Kyle City Council voted to reduce the city’s Uber 3.14 program offerings and scale back city events at its special meeting Saturday, June 27.Beginning with the history of the Public Transportat...]]> Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26537,kyle-city-council-to-cut-airport-vouchers-reduce-city-events https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26536,man-forcibly-removed-from-hays-county-commissioners-courtSAN MARCOS — A Hays County resident was removed from the room after speaking out of turn during the June 23 Hays County Commissioners Court meeting.Prior to the debacle, independent county judge candi...]]> Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:08:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26536,man-forcibly-removed-from-hays-county-commissioners-court https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26535,hays-county-commissioners-court-approves-emergency-water-protection-review-period-through-end-of-yearSAN MARCOS — Following two tabled votes, the Hays County Commissioners Court voted to move forward with establishing a temporary emergency water protection review period through the end of year at its...]]> Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:13:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26535,hays-county-commissioners-court-approves-emergency-water-protection-review-period-through-end-of-year https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26529,wimberley-isd-closing-gaps-in-special-educationWIMBERLEY — The Wimberley ISD Board of Trustees listened to the annual Special Education Program update, presented by director of Special Services Lauri Grisham at its June 15 meeting.According to the...]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:30:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26529,wimberley-isd-closing-gaps-in-special-education https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26524,juneteenth-celebrated-by-allIn honor of Juneteenth, the Kyle Area Senior Zone hosted its annual flag raising ceremony and celebration Friday, June 19. The event featured Hays County commissioner Michelle Cohen as host, a perform...]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:40:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26524,juneteenth-celebrated-by-all https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26519,what-s-been-burning-my-wallet-latelySome of my favorite moments each month are the times when my friend and I don’t even speak; we instead just send each other more than 20 links of books we’ve recently heard of that sound interesting....]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26519,what-s-been-burning-my-wallet-lately https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26514,hays-cisd-provides-update-on-affordable-housing-communityKYLE — Rendering images for Hays CISD’s new affordable housing community, along with location and pricing, have been revealed.The development began after the district was on the hunt for more housing...]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26514,hays-cisd-provides-update-on-affordable-housing-community https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26513,mint-to-be-buda-ice-cream-shoppe-now-openBuda Ice Cream Shoppe celebrated its opening Thursday, June 18, with a ribbon cutting hosted by the Greater Buda Chamber of Commerce. According to owner Tim Otto, he and his wife/co-owner Alex Otto, w...]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26513,mint-to-be-buda-ice-cream-shoppe-now-open https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26512,kyle-to-pay-less-than-half-of-payout-request-to-former-city-manager-following-legal-adviceKYLE — Following the resignation of former city manager Bryan Langley, Kyle City Council opted to pay less than what was initially suggested of his contract, citing legal technicalities, at its June 1...]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26512,kyle-to-pay-less-than-half-of-payout-request-to-former-city-manager-following-legal-advice https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26506,texas-state-university-to-launch-state-s-first-d1-women-s-gymnastics-programSAN MARCOS — Beginning in spring 2028, Texas State University will be the first in the state to offer a National Collegiate Athletic Association Division 1 women’s gymnastics program.The idea to bring...]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:50:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26506,texas-state-university-to-launch-state-s-first-d1-women-s-gymnastics-program https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26503,recommendation-draft-approved-by-kyle-compensation-committeeKYLE — The Compensation Committee approved a recommendation draft to be presented to Kyle City Council at its June 8 meeting.Assistant manager Jesse Elizondo recapped the previous meetings, detailing...]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:40:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26503,recommendation-draft-approved-by-kyle-compensation-committee https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26500,hays-commons-development-agreement-denied-by-hays-county-commissioners-court-development-to-continueSAN MARCOS — The Hays County Commissioners Court voted to cancel the much-discussed Hays Commons development agreement (DA) at its June 9 meeting.The Hays Commons development has been an ongoing discu...]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26500,hays-commons-development-agreement-denied-by-hays-county-commissioners-court-development-to-continue https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26498,tiny-humans-learn-about-tiny-tailsThe Kyle Public Library hosted Tiny Tails to You, an educational animal experience for children, Thursday, June 11. Pictured above, Tiny Tails to You property manager Greg Newton teaches attendees abo...]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26498,tiny-humans-learn-about-tiny-tails https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26499,kyle-city-council-talks-capital-improvement-projects-150-million-cutKYLE — Kyle City Council discussed its current Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) at a special meeting Saturday, June 13, resulting in a delay in spending more than $150 million.The city’s current app...]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26499,kyle-city-council-talks-capital-improvement-projects-150-million-cut https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26490,buda-drug-store-and-soda-fountain-to-celebrate-20-yearsBUDA — Buda Drug Store and Soda Fountain will be celebrating 20 years of service from June 22-27.Before “and Soda Fountain” was added to its name, it was simply a pharmacy, which was started by Tammy...]]> Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:40:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26490,buda-drug-store-and-soda-fountain-to-celebrate-20-years https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26479,kyle-police-department-welcomes-k9-officer-atlasKYLE — The Kyle Police Department just got a little cuter, a little cooler and a whole lot safer, as it welcomes Atlas, the agency’s first K9.The initial idea stems back years, said — now K9 — officer...]]> Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26479,kyle-police-department-welcomes-k9-officer-atlas https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26478,kyle-city-council-votes-5-2-for-forensic-audit-in-kyleKYLE — After heated discussion, Kyle City Council voted to direct the city manager to return with options for retaining an independent third-party firm for a forensic audit at its June 2 meeting.The i...]]> Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26478,kyle-city-council-votes-5-2-for-forensic-audit-in-kyle https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26472,dripping-springs-officials-business-owners-discuss-signsDripping Springs Mayor Bill Foulds, pictured speaking, along with city council members Geoffrey Tahuahua, Taline Manassian, Sherrie Parks and Ana Grace Husted participated in a workshop Wednesday, May...]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26472,dripping-springs-officials-business-owners-discuss-signs https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26470,senior-citizens-craft-shop-celebrates-40-years-of-crafting-with-loveWIMBERLEY — The Senior Citizens Craft Shop has been serving the older adult population in Wimberley for 40 years and, now, it’s time to celebrate.PHOTO BY BRITTANY KELLEY The Senior Citizens Craft Sho...]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26470,senior-citizens-craft-shop-celebrates-40-years-of-crafting-with-love https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26464,new-czech-pastry-shop-now-open-in-san-marcosSAN MARCOS — In an effort to believe in herself and connect with her heritage, Vanessa Kolacny’s kolache business will open its storefront June 6.Kolacny has lived in Wimberley for eight years, but be...]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26464,new-czech-pastry-shop-now-open-in-san-marcos https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26460,young-muay-thai-fighter-to-take-national-stageKYLE — Pierce “Suaytae” Valenzuela, of Kyle, is preparing to kick his way to the top at only 15 years old by representing Team USA in Bangkok, Thailand, at the end of June.Valenzuela began Muay Thai t...]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:50:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26460,young-muay-thai-fighter-to-take-national-stage https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26457,kyle-compensation-committee-nails-down-expenses-reimbursementsKYLE — The Compensation Committee for the city of Kyle discussed potential recommendations regarding expenses and reimbursements at its May 28 meeting.Prior to discussion, members recapped the decisio...]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26457,kyle-compensation-committee-nails-down-expenses-reimbursements https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26456,o-fish-ally-awesome-buda-fun-fish-in-full-forceAbove, Sean McMurrey and son Macario McMurrey hold up a fish caught Saturday, May 30, during Buda’s annual Fun Fish, which is held each spring and fall at Bradfield Village Park pond.]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26456,o-fish-ally-awesome-buda-fun-fish-in-full-force https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26441,paxton-investigates-dripping-springs-isd-for-sb-10-complianceAUSTIN— The Office of Attorney General Ken Paxton announced May 7 that Dripping Springs ISD is one of more than 20 school districts across the state being investigated regarding its compliance with Se...]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 16:30:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26441,paxton-investigates-dripping-springs-isd-for-sb-10-compliance https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26453,hays-county-to-see-new-county-judge-come-novemberSAN MARCOS — Hays County voters have chosen who will be on November ballot for the county judge election, following Hays County judge incumbent Ruben Becerra’s loss during the Democratic primary run-o...]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 15:51:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26453,hays-county-to-see-new-county-judge-come-november https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26433,i-like-you-a-hole-lot-new-donut-shop-openLy’s Donuts celebrated its opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony, alongside the Kyle Area Chamber of Commerce Thursday, May 21. Community members were invited out to sample donuts, kolaches and a uni...]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 15:40:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26433,i-like-you-a-hole-lot-new-donut-shop-open https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26432,crosswalks-to-be-added-to-several-unsafe-areas-in-kyleKYLE — Kyle City Council approved several pedestrian crossing treatments throughout the city for $165,798 at its May 18 meeting.The task order to Tetra Tech, Inc. was initially on the consent agenda,...]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 15:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26432,crosswalks-to-be-added-to-several-unsafe-areas-in-kyle https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26430,kyle-honors-fallen-on-memorial-dayResidents of Kyle gathered Monday, May 25, at Heroes Memorial Park to honor those who lost their lives in the military.]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26430,kyle-honors-fallen-on-memorial-day https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26435,rain-rain-go-awaySpring really took its time to do the whole, “April showers bring May flowers” thing. In fact, it’ll be lucky if it can bring any flowers to meet its manufactured deadline, prior to summer beginning....]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 12:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26435,rain-rain-go-away https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26413,claiborne-kyle-log-house-hosts-celebration-to-reopenKYLE — After six years of closure, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Claiborne Kyle Log House reopened its doors to community members Saturday, May 16, with a Central Texas Preservation Month Party.Th...]]> Wed, 20 May 2026 15:50:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26413,claiborne-kyle-log-house-hosts-celebration-to-reopen https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26409,court-moves-forward-on-eastside-facility-with-construction-manager-contractSAN MARCOS — The Hays County Commissioners Court awarded a construction manager at risk contract to Joeris General Contractors at its May 12 meeting for the upcoming Eastside Campus facility.The Easts...]]> Wed, 20 May 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26409,court-moves-forward-on-eastside-facility-with-construction-manager-contract https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26406,residents-take-on-kyle-fair-a-tex-travaganzaThe annual Kyle Fair took place May 15-17 at Lake Kyle Park. The final day consisted of several performances and a last chance to enjoy the carnival.]]> Wed, 20 May 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26406,residents-take-on-kyle-fair-a-tex-travaganza https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26407,kyle-leadership-reveals-more-than-14-million-deficit-emphasizes-cutting-costsKYLE — Interim City Manager Perwez Moheet painted a stark picture of Kyle’s finances during a special city council meeting Saturday, May 16, revealing a projected deficit exceeding $14 million, driven...]]> Wed, 20 May 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26407,kyle-leadership-reveals-more-than-14-million-deficit-emphasizes-cutting-costs https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26390,kyle-area-senior-zone-hosts-second-annual-senior-expo-fiestaThe Kyle Area Senior Zone (KASZ) hosted its second annual Senior Expo Fiesta Thursday, May 7. The event boasted a multitude of resources for older adults in the community. Vendors from banks to h...]]> Wed, 13 May 2026 16:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26390,kyle-area-senior-zone-hosts-second-annual-senior-expo-fiesta https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26391,dripping-springs-man-to-endure-2-000-mile-ride-to-aid-small-town-communitiesDRIPPING SPRINGS — Matt King’s body is about to be in an enormous amount of pain. For him, it’s worth it. His pain will last two weeks, but the people he’s helping along the way of his 2,000-mile bike...]]> Wed, 13 May 2026 15:50:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26391,dripping-springs-man-to-endure-2-000-mile-ride-to-aid-small-town-communities https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26386,expert-shares-snake-safety-emphasizes-educationHAYS COUNTY — As the weather warms up from the cold months of winter, a multitude of animals begin to wake up from their slumber, including snakes. But the truth is, explained Snakes of Hays County ow...]]> Wed, 13 May 2026 15:40:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26386,expert-shares-snake-safety-emphasizes-education https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26385,where-wonder-play-and-coffee-meet-play-cafe-now-openThe Bright Imaginations Play Cafe hosted a ribbon cutting alongside the Kyle Area Chamber of Commerce Thursday, May 7. Founder Samantha Turner explained that she hoped to provide an opportunity for mo...]]> Wed, 13 May 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26385,where-wonder-play-and-coffee-meet-play-cafe-now-open https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26383,kyle-city-council-receives-hays-county-eastside-campus-updateKYLE — Kyle City Council received an update on the Hays County administrative facility to be located east of IH-35, within city limits, at its May 5 meeting.This item follows the execution of a memora...]]> Wed, 13 May 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26383,kyle-city-council-receives-hays-county-eastside-campus-update https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26374,wildflower-springs-to-take-place-of-former-assisted-living-facilityDRIPPING SPRINGS —  Six months after the license revocation of a Wimberley assisted living and memory care facility, Jana Gills, executive director and operator of Lavender Springs Assisted Livin...]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 17:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26374,wildflower-springs-to-take-place-of-former-assisted-living-facility https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26366,older-adults-provide-feedback-to-city-of-kyleOlder adults and their caregivers were welcome to give feedback on their experiences within Kyle at the second Board on Aging Public Input Meeting Thursday, April 30. The first was held Tuesday, April...]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 16:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26366,older-adults-provide-feedback-to-city-of-kyle https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26359,hays-county-commissioners-court-tables-hays-commons-development-agreementSAN MARCOS —  The Hays County Commissioners Court tabled a development agreement for the Hays Commons development at its April 28 meeting.According to commissioner Walt Smith, an item regarding a...]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26359,hays-county-commissioners-court-tables-hays-commons-development-agreement https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26356,first-responder-kids-day-held-in-budaFirst Responders Kids Day was hosted by the Hays County Crime Stoppers Saturday, May 2, at Cabela’s in Buda. The event featured several law enforcement agencies, such as the Buda Fire Department.&nbsp...]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26356,first-responder-kids-day-held-in-buda https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26346,new-bee-therapy-facility-to-aid-veteransDRIPPING SPRINGS —  Veterans will soon be able to receive a new form of therapy, with the help of bees, through the Fireside Chat Support Network.The nonprofit began after a local decorated veter...]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:50:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26346,new-bee-therapy-facility-to-aid-veterans https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26339,kyle-residents-supported-through-utility-assistance-programKYLE — The city of Kyle is launching a new way to support its residents through the Utility Customer Assistance Program (UCAP).According to assistant director of Finance Joshua Chronley, the idea for...]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26339,kyle-residents-supported-through-utility-assistance-program https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26332,hays-cisd-approves-employee-compensation-plan-for-fiscal-year-2026-27KYLE — The Hays CISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously to approve the employee compensation plan for the 2026-27 fiscal year at its April 27 meeting.Prior to the vote, Christina Courson, chief Human...]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26332,hays-cisd-approves-employee-compensation-plan-for-fiscal-year-2026-27 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26331,kyle-sees-new-master-plans-selects-interim-city-managerKYLE — The Kyle City Council April 21 meeting was filled with firsts, as the Public Art and Library master plans were approved. Additionally, council approved an interim city manager.Prior to the regu...]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26331,kyle-sees-new-master-plans-selects-interim-city-manager https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26306,kyle-staff-to-bring-back-ordinance-draft-to-council-for-a-financial-oversight-committeeKYLE — Kyle City Council discussed a potential Finance and Audit Committee at its April 16 special meeting, along with city manager Bryan Langley’s resignation and an item that previously failed.The p...]]> Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26306,kyle-staff-to-bring-back-ordinance-draft-to-council-for-a-financial-oversight-committee https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26307,kyle-compensation-committee-talks-removing-stipend-cost-of-living-increasesKYLE — The Kyle Compensation Committee discussed changes to city council compensation for the first time in four years at its April 17 meeting.According to the presentation by assistant city manager J...]]> Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26307,kyle-compensation-committee-talks-removing-stipend-cost-of-living-increases https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26311,if-this-house-doesn-t-have-natural-light-then-it-s-a-no-for-meWhen I was young and obsessed with “House Hunters,” I used to roll my eyes at all of the guests emphasizing how they just “had to have natural light.” I would turn to my mom and ask, “What is natural...]]> Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26311,if-this-house-doesn-t-have-natural-light-then-it-s-a-no-for-me https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26293,wimberley-man-receives-eight-years-probation-for-indecency-with-childSAN MARCOS — Richard Hargraves, 57, of Wimberley received eight years probation for one count of indecency with child sexual contact April 7.RICHARD HARGRAVESA forensic interview of the victim was con...]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:40:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26293,wimberley-man-receives-eight-years-probation-for-indecency-with-child https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26291,hays-county-esd-no-9-switches-to-in-house-response-teamsKYLE — Hays County Emergency Services District (ESD) No. 9 began conducting emergency services in house April 1.The entity has been in service since 2015 and serves the southeastern portion of Hays Co...]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26291,hays-county-esd-no-9-switches-to-in-house-response-teams https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26281,kyle-council-considers-amendments-to-rules-of-council-code-of-conduct-for-officialsKYLE — After Kyle City Council member Claudia Zapata alleged that she was threatened at a previous meeting, she brought forth two items at the April 7 meeting regarding the Rules of Council and Code o...]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26281,kyle-council-considers-amendments-to-rules-of-council-code-of-conduct-for-officials https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26280,happy-145th-birthday-budaResidents of Buda gathered April 10-12 to celebrate 145 years of the city at Buda Amphitheater & City Park. The event began with live music in various downtown locations Friday, which continued th...]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26280,happy-145th-birthday-buda https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26289,hays-cisd-introduces-girls-flag-football-programKYLE — Female athletes from three high schools in Hays CISD have been hitting the field in a newly-available sport — flag football.The program began after a local flag football league connected Hays C...]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26289,hays-cisd-introduces-girls-flag-football-program https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26253,southside-community-center-provides-support-with-housing-stability-programSAN MARCOS — Southside Community Center has been aiding the residents of Hays County for nearly a century. As financial strain continues for many, the nonprofit has created a Housing Stability Program...]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26253,southside-community-center-provides-support-with-housing-stability-program https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26252,man-who-killed-two-in-2024-hays-cisd-bus-accident-up-for-parole-community-asked-to-helpKYLE — Community members have been encouraged to write letters to the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles, following the announcement that the driver who took two lives, including a 5-year-old Hays CIS...]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26252,man-who-killed-two-in-2024-hays-cisd-bus-accident-up-for-parole-community-asked-to-help https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26244,springs-family-ymca-hosts-eggstravaganzaYoung swimmers congregated at the Springs Family YMCA in Dripping Springs Sunday, March 29, to participate in several activities, including land and pool egg hunts. ]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:50:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26244,springs-family-ymca-hosts-eggstravaganza https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26234,kyle-compensation-committee-holds-first-meeting-in-four-yearsKYLE — The Kyle Compensation Committee convened for the first time in four years March 26.The committee consists of residents chosen by council members — Howard Connell, Melissa Spence, Julianne Orgis...]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26234,kyle-compensation-committee-holds-first-meeting-in-four-years https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26235,southside-community-center-to-receive-125k-additional-funding-from-hays-county-commissioners-courtSAN MARCOS — The Hays County Commissioners Court unanimously voted to approve a one-time funding of $100,000 to assist the Southside Community Center with its Housing Stability Program March 24.The no...]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26235,southside-community-center-to-receive-125k-additional-funding-from-hays-county-commissioners-court https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26230,kyle-city-council-talks-vfw-building-ownershipKYLE — Following a proclamation recognizing the Kyle VFW Post 12058’s 20th year, Kyle City Council approved the first step in potentially transferring the ownership of the current VFW facility from th...]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26230,kyle-city-council-talks-vfw-building-ownership https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26229,buda-celebrates-easterMikayla G. proudly shows off the eggs she managed to get at the Buda Egg-Stravaganza Saturday, March 28, at the Buda Amphitheater & City Park.The family-fun event also featured bounce houses, food...]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26229,buda-celebrates-easter https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26228,hays-cisd-votes-in-plans-for-12-25-million-budget-cutKYLE — The Hays CISD Board of Trustees unanimously voted to approve preliminary budgeting decisions for the 2026-27 fiscal year, amounting to $12.25 million in cuts, at its March 30 meeting.Prior to i...]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26228,hays-cisd-votes-in-plans-for-12-25-million-budget-cut https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26220,hays-county-precinct-3-commissioner-parks-director-share-park-updatesSAN MARCOS  — Significant additions to the Hays County parks scene are underway in Precinct 3 on the western side of the county.According to Hays County Parks Director Karl Flocke, the projects b...]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:40:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26220,hays-county-precinct-3-commissioner-parks-director-share-park-updates https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26212,marine-corps-veteran-receives-mortgage-free-homeAs part of Bank of America’s efforts to support United States military veterans, Sgt. Luis Valadez received a mortgage-free home in Buda Thursday, March 19. Valadez was born in Mexico and, like many o...]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26212,marine-corps-veteran-receives-mortgage-free-home https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26211,kyle-city-council-hears-police-grant-proposalKYLE — Kyle City Council heard a presentation regarding a potential application for the Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention Authority Grant funding program at its March 19 meeting.This is the third year in...]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:20:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26211,kyle-city-council-hears-police-grant-proposal https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26227,buda-economic-development-corporation-launches-new-program-to-support-small-businessesBUDA — In an effort to continue its goal of investing in economic development in the community, the Buda Economic Development Corporation has launched THRIVE, a 0$ interest loan program, in partnershi...]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26227,buda-economic-development-corporation-launches-new-program-to-support-small-businesses https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26215,cheesy-potato-burrito-daysI’m not sure if you know, but one of the greatest culinary inventions ruled my life in 2012 — the Cheesy Potato Burrito from Taco Bell.The warm, gooey burrito was just as delicious as the name implies...]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:10:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26215,cheesy-potato-burrito-days https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26191,kyle-city-council-hears-crossroad-district-proposalKYLE — Kyle City Council heard plans for a proposed mixed-use development at its March 3 meeting.The Crossroad Development, also known as the Philo Project by city staff, was initially annexed and zon...]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.haysfreepress.com/article/26191,kyle-city-council-hears-crossroad-district-proposal