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The Sarah Pound Chapter (Dripping Springs) of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution announced that Chrystal Smith, founder of Foster Village, is the recipient of its Ellen Hardin Walworth Medal for Patriotism.

Local nonprofit builds ramp for disabled Dripping Springs resident

Hays County Commissioner Walt Smith voiced concerns about Judge Ruben Becerra’s tax history as the court prepared to approve the 2022 tax rate during a recent commissioner’s court meeting.

As election season approaches, Dripping Springs ISD readies to hold an election for this year’s $481.1 million bond package.

Over the next several months, all Dripping Springs ISD schools will be conducting “lockdown” drills in conjunction with the Hays County Sheriff ’s Office and local emergency responders.

In response to the growing fentanyl crisis in and around Central Texas, the Hays County Sheriff ’s Office has conducted a number of Fentanyl Awareness Programs, educational information sessions aimed at parents, students and community members.

September 24 – October 31 Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival Bring out the family to the Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead for a full day of unlimited fun with over 50 fall-inspired games, activities, and attractions.

The International Economic Development Council, the largest nonprofit professional association for professional economic developers in the world, recognized the Greater San Marcos Partnership with two 2022 Excellence Awards.

Hays County’s decision to move forward with plans to complete the final section of State Highway 45 Southwest has been met with disapproval by the Travis County Commissioners Court.

Hays County Commissioners voted unanimously to adopt the FY23 proposed budget and move the remaining $11,622 of unallocated funding into the county’s contingency fund.

Members of the Hays County Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission received recognition Tuesday by the Hays County Commissioners Court for their efforts and contributions to the 2020 Parks and Open Space Bond program.

As voting season swiftly approaches, the League of Women Voters of Hays County has begun its virtual candidate forums These forums, six in total, are organized as Zoom webinars, hosting candidates for elected positions at the state and local level. The first of these, on Tuesday, Sept. 27, featured candidates for Texas State Senate, Texas House District 45 and Hays County Judge. The second forum will take place on Thursday, Sept. 29, for county positions including County Commissioners, Treasurer, County Clerk and District Clerk.