By Brittany Anderson HAYS COUNTY — Three hopeful county leaders gathered with members of the community to discuss their expertise and goals if elected to office.   The Buda Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a candidate forum during its monthly luncheon on Oct. 12. Participating in the forum were Ruben...

By Amira Van Leeuwen The Hays Hawks head football coach, Les Goad, earned his 200th career victory after a road win over Boerne Champion (34-29) on Sept. 22.   Goad said the focus was on winning a district game that could put the Hawks in a position to make it to the playoffs.   PHOTO BY MOSES LEOS ...

By Albert Sanchez WIMBERLEY – The Wimberley Texans capped off their homecoming festivities as they crowned their king and queen on Friday, Oct. 7, at Texans Stadium. During the halftime celebration, the homecoming court gathered on the field and the king and queen were announced. The Texan student b...

By Albert Sanchez WIMBERLEY – On Friday, Oct. 7, the Texans from Wimberley High School hosted the Cougars from Jarrell High School. The Texans were celebrating their homecoming before a large home crowd. The Texans opened their first game of district play with a lopsided win over Jarrell HS. The Tex...

By Albert Sanchez WIMBERLEY – On Friday, Oct. 7 (Homecoming night,) the Texans of Wimberley High School (24-10) hosted The Wolves from SA Davenport HS (30-5). The first loss of the match for the Texans came in game one with a score of 23-25. The Texans won the second game 25-21, but could not close ...

By Brittany Anderson HAYS COUNTY — The mental health system and criminal justice system are two very intricate entities, and often intersect — but what happens when they are not working together cohesively?   This is a concern that some Hays County residents have, including Elaine Brown. Brown has b...

By Amira Van Leeuwen WIMBERLEY —Alexis Pointe Senior Assisted Living residents were enjoying their usual happy hour when Community Relations Director Katy Starr and Mayor Gina Fulkerson came barreling down the driveway with a cart of balloons, adult beverages and a pumpkin walnut cake. PHOTO BY AMIR...

By Megan Wehring While October is considered to be Breast Cancer Awareness Month, experts say that people should think about breast cancer year-round.   According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States, except for skin cancers. It is abo...

By Brittany Anderson HAYS COUNTY — Advocacy on behalf of the Hispanic community’s fight against Alzheimer’s is needed now more than ever.   According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Hispanic Americans are 1.5 times more likely to develop Alzheimer’s and other dementias than older white Americans. In...

The Hays Hawks hosted the Canyon Cougars on Friday, Oct. 7. It was a close game, but ultimately the Hawks soared 44-41. The Hawks will play at home again on Friday against Seguin, as they recognize Future Hawk Night.