Hays Free Press publisher Ashley Kontnier was arrested by Hays County Sheriff’s Department on Friday, Dec. 1. According to the Brown Santa judge, the San Marcos Daily Record paid to have Kontnier arrested. With the help of the community, Kontnier was able to raise bail money and be released the same...

Mayor: Spending may lead to tax increase in next budget season Kyle — In a discussion of Proposition F — a measure approved by voters regarding a police oversight committee — city of Kyle Mayor Travis Mitchell showed a presentation on Tuesday, March 7 regarding the police department budget, analyzin...

Staff Report   BUDA — An investigation continues after a man was found dead and a woman was injured in Buda last month.   At approximately 6:10 p.m. Nov. 20, Hays County Sheriff deputies responded to Quarter Avenue in Buda on a report of a person down/injured. Deputies found a female bleeding from a...

By Megan Wehring WIMBERLEY — Community donations can go a long way. Wimberley Emergency Medical Services (EMS) learned this lesson after a new 8,000 square-foot facility is expected to be completed by Oct.15. Wimberley EMS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that relies heavily on public support to continue pr...

Concerns continue to rise in Dripping Springs after another fatal car accident occurred along U.S. Highway 290 this week, increasing the death toll along the highway to 10 in 2016. For some residents, the surge of fatal accidents is stirring a discussion about a police force within Dripping Springs....