Odds & Ends by MYRTLE HEIDEMAN On September 16, Erwin and Bobby Jean Hagedorn attended the “Naturalization ceremony” at which time Victoria Hagedorn, from Bulgaria, became a citizen of the United States. She is the wife of Scott Hagedorn and daughter-in-law of Erwin and Bobby Jean Hagedorn. At this ...

Check it out by CONNIE BROOKS Buda author Richard R. Salassi will sign copies of his book, “Three Tenors and One Squawky Contralto,” at the Kyle Public Library from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 30. In addition to writings by Salassi, “Three Tenors and One Squawky Contralto” contains poetry and storie...

It’s About Thyme by CHRIS WINSLOW With fall in the air comes that deep-seated desire for us to plant. The changing of the seasons leaves the stressful heat and drought of summer behind and brings promise of cooler temperatures and much needed rainfall. All gardeners should know that autumn is the be...

This Week in Texas History by BARTEE HAILE The eccentric Texas oilman sat in a dark theater on Oct. 4, 1926 watching handsomely paid hired hands try to make “The Ladder,” a play about reincarnation, presentable for Broadway audiences. Edgar B. Davis, whose generosity eventually landed him in the poo...

On Center by BRENDA STEWART I don’t know if you guys have been watching, but the Hays Free Press has been making some changes lately. Although it is happening all over the paper, one area that we have decided to put a larger focus on is all the incredible events that are happening around us. From ma...

SUBMITTED REPORT The filming of a major motion picture in Austin has presented eight musical theatre students from the Texas State University Department of Theatre and Dance with a special opportunity to showcase their talents on the big screen with some of the top names in the industry. “Bernie,” a...

Mountain City resident John Curnutt helps the childrens’ team best the mom’s team in the traditional tug-o-war game at the Fire and Ice Festival last weekend. (Photo by Stephanie Jamail) Mountain City Montage by PAULINE TOM What an awesome little city (somewhat) out in the country. Roland Garza, who...

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