by JEN BIUNDO

If the weather is warm and the days are long, it must be time for T-ball. Here, members of the Storm Team, coached by Nathan Harrington, get ready for the season with the Hays Youth Baseball/Softball Association at practice this Saturday. (Photo by Sandy Kinsey)

After a long, cold and dreary winter, springtime is suddenly in the air.

Winter isn’t officially over until this Saturday, but don’t tell that to the peach blossoms and bluebonnets already in bloom. For local residents, spring means more daylight for getting out in the garden, playing sports, strolling through the newly opened Stagecoach Park – and, of course, spring break.

Peach blossoms are budding, bringing the promise of juicy summer fruit. (Photo by Jen Biundo)