WIMBERLEY — Wimberley’s unique gem, Blue Hole Regional Park, has once again been named Travelers' Choice by TripAdvisor — for the third year in a row. Blue Hole is a natural, spring-fed swimming hole lined with the iconic cypress trees located deep in the heart of the Texas Hill Country in Wimberley...

SAN MARCOS — Chelesta Amerson wore a black dress that day. As she prepared for the three-hour trip to San Marcos, she thought about the possibility that her son would be returning with her that evening. Her mood began to change as the hearing continued, realizing that she would be alone that night. ...

The Hays Communities YMCA Back to School Fun Day was held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 5 in Buda. There were a variety of activities for all ages available. Pictured, staff creates arts and crafts with children in attendance. The Back to School Fun Day was a free event where YMCA members...

HAYS COUNTY — The Hays County Commissioners Court honored first responders who serve in the community on Aug. 1 by recognizing the 175th anniversary of the Hays County Sheriff’s Office. After HCSO was organized, the first sheriff took office on Aug. 7, 1848, according to a proclamation signed by the...

KYLE — It was December 2022. Twinkling lights were strewn about neighborhood homes. Christmas carols echoed through the aisles of stores. Spirits were high for the season as families made plans to gather and celebrate the upcoming holidays. But Beverly Wright was busy making other plans — to bury he...

“A lot of people speak and want to do things, but then there are a lot of people who do things,” said former senator Gonzalo Barrientos. “She did things.” ——— Friend, mentor, family, bright, strong and intelligent are all words that have been used to describe the late Sandra Tenorio. Born and raised...

BUDA — Several citizens came forward to voice their concerns regarding the proposed Persimmon development at the regular Buda City Council meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 1 prior to a workshop and deliberation in an effort to establish terms for a development agreement (DA) with MileStone Community Builder...

KYLE — Recently, Kyle City Council discussed the possibility of removing “cultural” from the title of the Arts and Cultural Commission. In response, several residents voiced their concerns during public comments at the Aug. 1 meeting. The Kyle Arts Commission was originally established on Dec. 16, 2...

Older adults and people with disabilities who are on Medicaid (and their authorized representatives) should be on the lookout for important notices from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) about their Medicaid renewal. Renewal packets are being sent out in phases. Renewal notices a...