By Megan Wehring

HAYS COUNTY — The Hays County Office of Emergency Services (OES) is hosting its annual Emergency Preparedness Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 11. at the Hays CISD Performing Arts Center.

This event is geared toward offering the community an opportunity to learn about being prepared for most emergencies.

As part of the fair’s opening ceremonies, which will begin at 9:30 a.m., U.S. military veterans will lead the crowd in a moment of silence in remembrance ...