The Kyle Fire Department recently recognized Chief Mark Schultz for his 25 years of service. He served as a volunteer firefighter, making way to his current roles as assistant chief and fire marshal. “Chief Schultz has exemplified dedication and leadership every step of the way. We're immensely grat...

Bombs prematurely bursting in air Thursday proved a little too close for comfort for Kyle officials who continue to investigate the cause of a malfunction during the city’s July 4 fireworks show. However, quick actions by Kyle Fire Department officials, along with in-place safety measures, were key ...

With the burn ban back on in Hays County, emergency officials are turning to social media to spread up-to-date information to residents at a faster rate. On June 5, the Hays County Commissioners Court placed unincorporated areas and extra territorial jurisdictions of the county under a burn ban that...

Confusion among newcomers, visitors and emergency response personnel in the Kyle area regarding Goforth Road has prompted the city to change the name. The road will be named Philomena and Bunton Creek, depending on the location. At a public meeting Thursday, Kyle city planner William Atkinson descri...

or 65 years, the Kyle Lions Club, established in 1948, sought to serve and improve the lives of those who lived in the Kyle community. But a loss of interest and a lack of leadership led to the dissolution of the club in 2013. Four years later, a group of Kyle residents aims to resurrect a piece of ...

Having previously worked as a Buda volunteer firefighter for eight years, Derick Mendoza’s instinct is to help others when danger looms. When fire threatened his family’s and neighbors’ property, Mendoza didn’t hesitate to help. Such was the story for many near Mathias Lane and Peaceful Valley Drive...