Luis Gonzales Kyle resident Luis Gonzales, 21, was arrested for seven counts of possession of child pornography, a third-degree felony, on May 26, 2021, after officers discovered visual material of a child engaging in sexual activity. Originally, a jury trial was scheduled, but Gonzales opted to ple...

KYLE — A baker in Kyle is continuing the legacy of her mother and ensuring that her memory stays alive through every cake she makes. And she is hoping to share her story with the world by competing to earn the title of ‘The Greatest Baker.’ Susana Otalora has been baking for the past year through he...

BUDA — Each December, Buda residents of all ages hop off of the school bus shuttle to be greeted by Christmas joy — the Buda Trail of Lights. Filled with unique displays and thousands of lights, the annual event is a tradition for families in the area. In 2009, former Buda City Council member Cathy ...

HAYS COUNTY— After a thorough review of the best available scientific and commercial information, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) announced that two aquatic invertebrates, the Texas troglobitic water slater and mimic cavesnail, are not warranted for listing under the Endangered Species ...

TEXAS — The state of Texas is looking to expand access to high-speed broadband internet. The Texas Broadband Development Office, operated by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, is soliciting input from the public on the new Texas Digital Opportunity Plan, which outlines how these entities will...

HAYS COUNTY — Hays County, in partnership with the city of Buda, is conducting a study to explore the feasibility of constructing SH 45 between I-35 and RM 1626. The first open house was held on Thursday, June 15, during which the study was introduced to the public. The study team received valuable ...

DRIPPING SPRINGS -- A Hays County Sheriff's Office deputy, and at least one other person, was injured in a multiple vehicle accident that occurred in Dripping Springs Thursday morning. At approximately 8:16 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 30, Texas Department of Public Safety troopers responded to a multiple...

DRIPPING SPRINGS —   Dripping Springs resident Matt Marchant has been infatuated with sharks for as long as he can remember. His childhood was often spent immersed in a nonfiction book detailing shark facts or recording Shark Week on VHS to enjoy throughout the year. As a shark lover turned photogra...

The Wimberley Valley Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Winter Wonderland event on Friday, Nov. 17 and Saturday, Nov. 18 at the Wimberley Community Center. In addition to arts and crafts vendors, the event was filled with live music, food and drinks. Attendees had the chance to meet Santa and bid...

DRIPPING SPRINGS — Not every child has a safe and comfortable place to lay their head at night. Across the U.S., there are children who go to sleep without a bed or a pillow and are forced to sleep on couches, blankets or the floor. That’s where Sleep in Heavenly Peace comes in — a group of voluntee...