Blue Sage Music Festival treks forward

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Brittany Anderson, on November 9, 2022

By Brittany Anderson

BUDA — Planning a music festival takes a lot of time and work, but Buda leaders and staff are working to successfully bring one to the city.

During the regular Buda City Council meeting on Nov. 1, council members approved an agreement with the Texas Music Network for the Blue Sage Music Festival to be held next year at Buda City Amphitheater and Park.

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