Commentary on America’s crisis: Still think it’s not right? - Hays Free Press

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Staff Report, on June 3, 2020

Commentary on America’s crisis: Still think it’s not right?

Black Lives Matter.

Why is it that so many people cannot understand those three simple words?.

Black Lives Matter.

More puzzling is how such a simple, innocuous phrase stirs up so much vitriolic, internal hatred in people.

Black Lives Matter.

Maybe even worse is how some attempt to rationalize their opposition to the phrase by countering “All lives matter” or something of the like.

Black Lives Matter. Heck, Black lives should always matter. However, in today’s America, that’s...

Kyle cuts ribbon on Public Safety Center

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Kyle cuts ribbon on Public Safety Center

KYLE — The saying goes, "Everything is bigger in Texas," and the city of Kyle proved it with the opening of its new, 64,000-square-foot Public Safety ...

July 26, 2023

City at stalemate on Proposition F

Kyle, Main, News

City at stalemate on Proposition F

Kyle council votes to hold workshop on police oversight committee KYLE — More than 850 days have passed since Nov. 3, 2020. While other propositions, ...

March 8, 2023

Hays HS student’s artwork on display in U.S. Capitol

Education, Kyle

Hays HS student’s artwork on display in U.S. Capitol

By Brittany Anderson During the Hays CISD Board of Trustees meeting on March 28, Hays High School senior Soleil Johnson was recognized for her digital...

March 31, 2022

Hays High alumnus speaks about racism in Hays County

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Hays High alumnus speaks about racism in Hays County

For Broderick Cobbs, football was more than a skill and hobby. It was a saving grace from racism – admittedly, it did not always work. Cobbs tho...

July 1, 2020

A Graduation like no other

Buda, Community, Education, Hays County, Kyle, News

A Graduation like no other

With students dealing with COVID-19 pandemic, Black Lives Matter marches, and the possibility of Hays High mascot being changed, graduation went ahead...

July 1, 2020

Buda holds its first Juneteenth parade with messages of peace, change and celebration

Buda, Community, Hays County, News

Buda holds its first Juneteenth parade with messages of peace, change and celebration

IMG_9324A variety of cars were lined up end-to-end for the June 19 parade. Some people brought their classic cars, police officers and fire engines we...

June 24, 2020

Meet the Candidates for the Hays County Elections 2024

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Meet the Candidates for the Hays County Elections 2024

The 2024 General Election is Nov. 5. Barton Publications reached out to local candidates to answer questions about their races. Not all returned the questionnaire.

By Staff Report

October 16, 2024

CANDIDATES FOR HAYS COUNTY SHERIFF Anthony Hipolito (R) What is the number one crime-related issue that needs an immediate plan of action from the nex...

November 2024 Election Coverage

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November 2024 Election Coverage

By Staff Report

November 5, 2024

These are the unofficial Nov. 5 election results as of 11:13 p.m, with all 58 polling locations reporting. Results will remain unofficial until canvas...

Judge Neidhardt accused of using public resources for campaigning

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Judge Neidhardt accused of using public resources for campaigning

By Staff Report

October 28, 2024

Note: This story has been updated as of 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 29 to include Tanner Neidhardt's statement. Note: This story has been updated as of 2 ...

Pedophile sentenced to life without parole

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Pedophile sentenced to life without parole

By Staff Report

October 4, 2024

SAN MARCOS — Christopher Lee Head, 36, was sentenced to life in prison, without the possibility of parole, by visiting Judge Glenn Devlin on Oct. 4. A...

Residents file lawsuit against Hays County for Proposition A on ballot

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Residents file lawsuit against Hays County for Proposition A on ballot

By Brittany Kelley

October 31, 2024

SAN MARCOS — Four Hays County property owners have filed a lawsuit against the Hays County Commissioners Court regarding the almost $440 million road ...