Hays County provides update on body cam footage

Hays County, News

Natalie Frels on January 11, 2023

By Natalie Frels natalie@haysfreepress.com HAYS COUNTY — Hays County recently issued a statement regarding the in-custody death of Joshua Wright at the hands of Hays County Jail Corrections Officer Isaiah Garcia, specifically regarding the ...

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Hays County Commissioners Court updates Hays County credit card policy

SAN MARCOS — At its Dec. 3 meeting, the Hays County Commissioners Court unanimously approved the execution of an interlocal agreement (ILA) with the c...

December 11, 2024

Hays County, News, San Marcos

Hays County Commissioners Court authorizes preliminary development agreement for use of civic center property

SAN MARCOS — A new event center arena and a conference center with a full-service hotel could be making its way to Hays County. At its Dec. 3 meeting,...

December 11, 2024

Hays County, News, San Marcos

Hays County Sheriff’s Office dispatcher helps deliver baby

SAN MARCOS — One Hays County Sheriff’s Office dispatcher took her duties to a whole new level last month. Stacy Johnston, a 911 dispatcher, has been w...

December 4, 2024

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Road rage leads to death of man

AUSTIN — A man is dead following a vehicular collision on Nov. 29 in Hays County. John Paul Ramirez, 45, was involved in a “road rage type incident” w...

December 3, 2024

Hays County, News, San Marcos

Hays County Commissioners Court finalize contract with Austin Pets Alive!

SAN MARCOS – The Hays County Commissioners Court finalized on Nov. 19 the terms of the contract awarded to Austin Pets Alive! (APA!), a leading animal...

November 26, 2024

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US Foods to expand Buda facility

BUDA — US Foods, one of the nation’s leading foodservice distributors, announced plans to expand its operations in Buda, adding 165 jobs and investing...

November 21, 2024

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Kyle man arrested for possession of psychedelic drugs

By Staff Report

December 11, 2024

KYLE – Erich Spannhake, 38, of Kyle, was arrested Friday, Dec. 6 on multiple drug charges, including possession of approximately 14 pounds of psychede...

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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...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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Kyle Police arrests Texas State University students in theft of Halloween decorations

By Staff Report

October 25, 2024

KYLE – Ten Texas State University students were apprehended early Friday, Oct. 25 following a report of stolen Halloween decorations on Hometown Parkw...

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