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...

BUDA — Joni Perez has been named Johnson High School’s newest director of bands after Joey Lucita announced his retirement in December 2023. Perez has more than 20 years of experience in music education, but she began her musical journey early in life. While growing up, it seemed as though music enc...

BUDA — Despite the span of several meetings discussing the potential project, the state of the Persimmon development in Buda is currently paused. During the Feb. 6 meeting, the Buda City Council approved the first of two readings of a development agreement (DA) with MileStone Community Builders, wit...

DRIPPING SPRINGS  — Eighteen soloists and five ensembles from the Dripping Springs High School band qualified for the UIL State Solo and Ensemble Contest after performing at the Region 18 contest on Saturday, Feb. 24 at Hays High School. Students who memorized a Class 1 solo and received a 1 rating ...

WIMBERLEY — A short film produced by a team of Wimberley High School students recently qualified for the UIL State competition. The piece, entitled "Delivery,” was written and directed by junior Shepherd Carter and junior Isaiah Carrera was the assistant writer, assistant director and acted in the p...

DRIPPING SPRINGS  — With several craft breweries in the area, the city of Dripping Springs is home to the area’s Brewers Festival. This year’s festival, which will be held on March 23, will offer the opportunity to select tastings from 14 brewers with more than 35 options. Additional highlights incl...

The Dripping Springs Art League held a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Dripping Springs Chamber office on Wednesday, March 6. For more information on the Dripping Springs Art League, visit www.artindripping.com .

DRIPPING SPRINGS  — The city of Dripping Springs is getting a new tree for this year’s Christmas on Mercer celebration. At its March 5 meeting, Dripping Springs City Council unanimously approved a proposed amendment to the FY 2024 budget for the purchase of holiday decorations. The cost of the Chris...

HAYS COUNTY  — To continue its commitment to supporting the education of Central Texas youth, Pedernales Electric Cooperative created a digital passport to new worlds and adventures through books. By way of its Literary Expedition Library, PEC shares a free online resource that includes a collection...