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From gangster to grad: CIS counselors help students get a ‘reality check’

From gangster to grad: CIS counselors help students get a ‘reality check’

Going from flashing gang signs and starting fights to writing rap lyrics and raising a daughter, Joel (pronounce Jo-el) Garcia, 17, is considered a CIS hero.

Hays Rebel defense rules first week of spring football

Hays Rebel defense rules first week of spring football

By JASON GORDON Hays head coach Blake Feldt could hardly stop talking about the play of his defense when asked about how the first week of spring practice went. He said there was no question his players on the that side of the ball, who will be guided by new defensive coordinator Greg Ellis, are [...]

Kyle Fire Chief Glenn Whitaker survives ouster attempt

Kyle Fire Chief Glenn Whitaker survives ouster attempt

The Kyle Fire Department Board of Directors came close to firing Chief Glenn Whitaker during a vote last week.

Flour power: Sisters, mother-in-law open ‘cakery’ in Buda

Two granddaughters of one of Hays County’s most esteemed couples hope their sweet tooth, baking know-how and design prowess are the right ingredients for Buda’s newest business.

Long-awaited library now open

Long-awaited library now open

Listen, and you’ll hear a sigh of relief from the Kyle Library’s staff, board and patrons. The new building opened for a trial run last week, with its official grand opening scheduled from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, May 12.

Buda grad discusses challenge, reward of college education

A Buda resident talks about her post-graduation plans and encourages other Austin Community College students to persevere in their studies, according to a Q&A provided by the college. ACC’s graduation ceremonies are scheduled for 6 p.m. May 11 at the Frank Erwin Center, at 1701 Red River St., on the campus of the University of [...]

Kyle’s first outpatient surgery center is set to open this fall

Kyle’s first outpatient surgery center is set to open this fall

Kyle’s first outpatient surgery center is set to open this fall.

The heart of the matter: One in 500 has condition; many find out too late

The heart of the matter: One in 500 has condition; many find out too late

“I don’t feel any different,” said Bobby Limon. “I feel like I could run a marathon.”

Priming the ‘engine of shame’

Priming the ‘engine of shame’

The amazing thing is that John Kuhn is what he is – a public school superintendent.

Crawfish & Conga Lines

Crawfish & Conga Lines

  The Austin Samba School paraded through last weekend’s Swamp Thing Crawfish Festival. (Bottom) Texas Concessions and Catering of Fredericksburg (owner – Bob Neutze) cooked up 7500 pounds of crawfish for the Crawfish Festival 2012 crowd.

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