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Hays County SWAT apprehends suspect wanted for aggravated assault with deadly weapon

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WIMBERLEY -- Raymond Banda, 52, was arrested and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after the Hays County SWAT Team conducted a warrant service at the 4000 block of Ledgerock Road in Wimberley at approximately 3 a.m. on…

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Young piano player rocks Sidecar Tasting Room

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DRIPPING SPRINGS — Some talented musicians have played live at the Sidecar Tasting Room since its opening on Old Fitzhugh Road. Some are well-known, some are known and some are unknown. Ryker Pantano, a 12-year-old locally known piano…

Dripping Springs City Council approves irrigation project for Sports and Recreation Park

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DRIPPING SPRINGS — An irrigation project at the Sports and Recreation Park in Dripping Springs is expected to be complete in July.

Dripping Springs ISD breaks ground on sixth elementary school

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The Dripping Springs High School Hi-Steppers and cheerleaders pose for a photo with the Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees at the groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday, June 18 for the sixth elementary school in the district. Located on the…

Wednesday, Jun 26

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Dripping Springs is PRIDEful

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Drag Queen Kitty Von Quim reads books of inclusion and acceptance to children at the Pride of

Hays County Commissioners Court recognizes Pride Month

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At its June 18 meeting, the Hays County Commissioners Court recognized June as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. According to the proclamation signed by the commissioners, Pride Month is a time to remember the gift of diversity, “as our LGBTQIA+…

Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees adopts $123.68 million total budget with deficit

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DRIPPING SPRINGS — Following a public hearing during it's June 24 meeting, the Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved a $123.68 million total budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year, with a deficit of $2.89 million.

Raising awareness about Alzheimer’s

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June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, which provides an opportunity to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease and how to start a conversation with someone who is showing signs of the disease.

Volunteers, Facebook group help dog reunite with owner in San Marcos

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SAN MARCOS — A dog was recently reunited with her owner through numerous volunteers and a lost and found pets Facebook group.

Kyle assisted living resident takes long-awaited float down San Marcos River

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KYLE — Patricia "Pat" Doyle, a resident of The Philomena Assisted Living & Memory Care in Kyle, has long been an admirer of the Comal, Guadalupe and San Marcos rivers. She’s had a yearning to revisit the San Marcos River, reliving the…

Tips for protecting older adults

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Elder Abuse Awareness Month in June is a time dedicated to raising awareness and empowering communities to take action to protect seniors.

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Greater San Marcos Partnership to host 10th Innovation Summit

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For a tenth year, the Greater San Marcos Partnership (GSMP), the regional economic development organization for Hays and Caldwell counties, will explore the topic of innovation when it hosts its annual 2024 Innovation Summit. This year’s…

Hays County Commissioners Court commemorates fallen local army private

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SAN MARCOS — The Hays County Commissioners Court approved a proclamation commemorating the 18th anniversary of the death of U.S. Army Private First Class Kristian Menchaca on June 18.

Alliance Regional Water Authority begins construction on final pipeline in Kyle

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KYLE — The city of Kyle is one step closer to securing a future water supply as the Alliance Regional Water Authority (ARWA) begins construction on the final pipeline, Segment C, of the Carrizo-Wilcox Water Project.

Kyle City Council approves beginnings of Kyle Sportsplex

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KYLE — During the June 8 special meeting, Kyle City Council made several decisions to help bring the Kyle Sportsplex to fruition.

Kyle Area Senior Zone holds Juneteenth Flag Raising ceremony

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Kyle Area Senior Zone hosted a Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony & Celebration on June 19.

Buda City Council approves Persimmon after multi-year discussion

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BUDA — After years of debate and discussions, Buda City Council unanimously approved the annexation of 762.244 acres into the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), relating to the MileStone Community Builders’ Persimmon Development,…

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Ex-employee goes gunning for State Treasurer

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The shocking events of Jun. 30, 1903 may have left most Texans at a loss for words but not an East Texas editor, who wrote, “The tragedy is the first of its kind in the history of the state and is the most appalling in the annals of the…

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SWAT arrests man barricaded in home

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DRIPPING SPRINGS — Nathan Nattin IV was arrested on Saturday, June 22 on several charges after SWAT was called to the 600 block of Terrace Canyon in Dripping Springs.

Thursday, Jun 20

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Former Hays County Sheriff’s Office Correction Officer Isaiah Garcia case dismissed

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SAN MARCOS — At a plea of guilty hearing on June 20, 2024, the state of Texas dismissed the deadly misconduct case of former Hays County Sheriff Office Corrections Officer Isaiah Garcia, which led to the death of Joshua Wright on Dec. 12,…

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Wimberley softball players receive awards

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WIMBERLEY — The Lady Texans softball season ended with a Bi-District loss to Gonzales after finishing in third place in 4A Region IV District 27. Wimberley High School head softball coach Robert Klick released the district awards after the…

Wednesday, Jun 19

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University Interscholastic League announces athletic changes

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In a June 11 press release, the University Interscholastic League’s Legislative Council passed an amendment for split divisions in the post season for volleyball, basketball, soccer, softball and baseball.

Coffee shop has new look in Dripping Springs

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Le Muse Coffee and Wine Bar celebrates the opening of its new location on June 14, with a ribbon cutting. The shop was previously located off of Wynnpage Drive, but has since relocated to 1025 Cannon Drive. Owner Juan Chan simply responded…

Snakes, lizards and rabbits, oh my!

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Reptile and exotic animal lovers of all ages spent the weekend at Dripping Springs Ranch Park for the Drippin Dragons Reptile and Exotic Pet Expo, held June 15 and 16.

TxDOT looks at possible US 290 expansion

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DRIPPING SPRINGS — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is conducting an environmental study to evaluate long-term safety and mobility solutions along US 290 from RM 1826 in southwest Austin to Rob Shelton Boulevard in Dripping…

Kyle Parks and Recreation Department hosts inclusive bike rodeo

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The city of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department partnered with Ghisallo Cycling Initiative to host the first Kyle Inclusive Bike Rodeo at Gregg-Clarke Park on Saturday, June 15. Children of all ages and abilities were invited to learn to…

Veteran given specially-adapted home

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Cpl. Sebastian Gallegos, USMC (Ret.) and his wife were presented with a home as part of the Helping a Hero 100 Homes Challenge at a homecoming ceremony on Monday, June 17. Gallegos was deployed in Sangin, Helmand Province, Afghanistan in…

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State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association prepares for upcoming conference in June

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SAN MARCOS — The annual State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA) Training Conference and Convention will be in its 148th year on June 27-30 in San Marcos.

Hays County Pet Resource Center encourages microchipping pets

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HAYS COUNTY — The Hays County Pet Resource Center is launching an area wide microchip awareness campaign, “The Power of Microchips,” to promote pet reunification and microchips for Hays County pet owners.