By Sahar Chmais From questions on whether taking the COVID-19 vaccine will alter a person’s DNA to new masking suggestions, two moderators with four doctors brought forth some answers. Hays County representatives are making an effort to keep residents connected and updated on COVID-19 information. D...

By Sahar Chmais Some have cried, given out fist bumps or taken selfies to document the moment; this is the emotional rollercoaster many people experience when they get a chance to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. There was even a couple who walked in, wearing their thoughts on their shirts that said “o...

HAYS COUNTY  -- The winter weather conditions across the Hays County region has caused service issues and interruptions. Below are updates from the county:  Officials urge residents to stay home and off the roadways Hays County offices, parks and recycling centers will be closed Tuesday, Feb. 16. Co...

By Megan Wehring With the pandemic still in our midst after almost a year, leaders discussed economic development and how to support local businesses. Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra and Caldwell County Judge Hoppy Haden joined the Greater San Marcos Partnership (GSMP) in a virtual conversation on F...

By Sahar Chmais  UPDATE: U.K variant of COVID-19 was detected at Dahlstrom Middle School. Because the variant is more contagious, the campus will implement 100% virtual instruction for 14 days. HAYS COUNTY – The U.K variant of COVID-19 has been detected in a Hays County resident, according to the De...

By Megan Wehring One in four adults ages 65 and older reported anxiety or depression in August 2020, due to effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation. To put the depression and anxiety at ease, Aging is Cool came up with a solution. Aging is Cool partnered with Hear...

By Sahar Chmais  HAYS COUNTY – The third delivery of COVID-19 vaccines has been confirmed for the county. Vaccines are state-issued in allotments of 1,950 doses at a time.  Next week on Monday, Feb. 8 and Tuesday, Feb. 9, vaccines will be given in Wimberley. The following week’s doses will be distri...

By Megan Wehring With nearly 2,200 foster children in Central Texas, local foster agencies are receiving more notices of children in need of placement. This influx of calls is driven by the stresses of COVID-19, resulting in fewer families capable of fostering. In comparison from December 2020 to De...

Staff Report HAYS COUNTY — While the Hays County portal has yet to reopen, many are left waiting for their turn to receive the vaccine. At this time, the Hays County Health Department (HCHD) is only receiving 1,950 doses of Pfizer per week despite its designation as a vaccine hub. COVID-19 vaccinati...

BY Sahar Chmais HAYS COUNTY – COVID-19 hospitalizations have dipped below 15% for seven consecutive days, meaning businesses can return to the capacity levels before regulations went into effect on Jan. 8. Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra received a letter from Dr. John Hellerstedt, director of the T...