The Hays County Pet Resource Education and Research Center, along with the Central Texas Food Bank and Hays County P.A.S.S. (Positive Alternatives to Shelter Surrender), hosted a drive-up food distribution for people and pets at McCormick Middle School on Saturday, March 23.

AUSTIN — To help reduce the financial burden for students to pursue higher education, the Austin Community College District (ACC) is still in the process of looking at a proposed College Affordability Plan. The proposed plan has an innovative pilot program that would provide free tuition for members...

KYLE — Discussions continue to circulate around the potential multipurpose community center in Kyle, following Assistant City Manager Jesse Elizondo providing a report to the city council at a special meeting on Saturday, March 16. Beginning with citizen comments, Betty Conley, president of the Kyle...

BUDA — Following the school bus accident that left more than 50 injured and an adult and a student deceased, Hays CISD Superintendent Eric Wright provided a status update on the aftermath of the incident. At approximately 2:17 p.m. on Friday, March 22, a Tom Green Elementary School bus was returning...

Contributed Article By Chelsea Couch, Statewide Texercise Coordinator National Nutrition Month is a great time to learn about older adults’ changing nutritional needs and the eating habits that are important to healthy aging. The nutrients in the food we eat are vital to good health. They help the b...

Contributed Article By HHSC’s Vision Loss in Older Adults Workgroup and Aging Services Coordination March marks the observance of Save Your Vision Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of eye health and encouraging proactive steps to preserve our sight. Some of those proa...

On Thursday, March 14, dancers from the Innishfree School of Irish Dance dazzled community members young and old at the Kyle Public Library in celebration of Saint Patrick’s Day.

HAYS COUNTY  — Hays County Master Gardeners announced the Spring Plant & Tree Sale will be online and in-person this year. This is considered to be the perfect time to plant and the Master Gardeners will bring their favorite vegetables and herbs for any garden. Hays County Master Gardeners are also ...

San Marcos Police Department Chief Stan Standridge presents a Distinguished Service Award to Hays County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Jeff Jordan on Feb. 24 for his work as the executive director of the Hays County Crime Stoppers Program.

BUDA — Buda Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care hosted a fun-filled "Spoil Your Pet Day" event to celebrate the special bond between people and their furry companions. The day started with a visit from Fig, a certified therapy dog from Divine Canines, who brought smiles and tail wags to the residen...