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The most recent inmate transfer cost report, announced by County Judge Ruben Becerra at a May 10 Hays County Commissioners Court meeting, put the weekly transfer cost above $117,000. (Graphics by Rachal Russell/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
12:03 PM May 11, 2022 CDT
Hays County grapples with high rate of inmate transfers
Mano Amiga and other partnering groups gathered to update the community on the marijuana decriminalization ballot initiative. (Zara Flores/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
2:27 PM Apr 19, 2022 CDT
Mano Amiga updates community on San Marcos marijuana decriminalization ballot initiative as signature deadline nears
Length of stay and capacity issues fluctuate throughout the year, and for the past two years, the shelter has managed a 92% live outcome rate of cats and dogs leaving the shelter through adoption or other care. (Graphics by Rachal Russell/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
8:30 AM Mar 16, 2022 CDT
Lone county animal shelter navigates frequent overcapacity
The final boundaries for the new Hays County Commissioner precincts passed on Nov. 9.
Austin
11:31 AM Jan 17, 2022 CST
New county commissioner map draws criticism as state and congressional representation also shifts in Hays County
Buda's Brightside CEO and Director Christina Trevino founded the facility as a nonprofit in July 2020. (Brian Rash/Community Impact Newspaper
Austin
11:17 AM Dec 29, 2021 CST
ROUNDUP: Nonprofit news from 2021 in San Marcos, Buda, Kyle
The city council will return to consider the proclamation after the lawsuit is settled.(Community Impact Newspaper staff)
Austin
5:40 PM Nov 17, 2021 CST
San Marcos City Council postpones vote on resolution affirming city as welcoming place until federal lawsuit is resolved
The next Hays Commissioners Court meeting is Nov. 2 at 9 a.m. at 111 E. San Antonio St., San Marcos. (Community Impact Newspaper file photo)
Austin
6:10 PM Oct 20, 2021 CDT
Rapid housing assistance available for Hays County residents in need
Early voting in Hays County begins Oct. 18 for the Nov. 2 election. (Community Impact Newspaper staff)
Austin
11:09 AM Oct 15, 2021 CDT
What to know ahead of early voting Oct. 18 for Nov. election in Hays County
George, who declined to give his last name, said he could not remember if he has been homeless for 10 or 15 years. He is one of the 107 Hays County residents included in the count. (Eric Weilbacher/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
1:58 PM Oct 11, 2021 CDT
San Marcos looking for solutions for local homeless population; city, Texas State studying housing, service options
The Hays County Commissioner's Court unanimously voted to allot $5 million to create a public defender's office.
Austin
5:58 PM Aug 25, 2021 CDT
$5 million will be allocated to create public defender's office in Hays County
Masks will be required for all persons in a public school campus Aug. 15. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Austin
5:05 PM Aug 15, 2021 CDT
Hays County Judge issues mask mandate in schools
ERCOT's instability has fueled interest in alternative sources of energy, with one solar installer seeing a 400% increase in business in recent months. However, PEC's rate changes could make solar less accessible. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Austin
7:25 AM Jul 12, 2021 CDT
PEC rate change targets solar customers, demand for grid alternatives surge
Austin
7:20 AM Jun 12, 2021 CDT
In Hays County and beyond, Central Texas community comes together to drive up vaccination rates
San Marcos' city charter amendments would be submitted to voters in this year's November election and would change term limits and other aspects of city governance. (Warren Brown/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
11:46 PM May 18, 2021 CDT
San Marcos City Council reviews proposed charter amendments
Supporters of the grant say the public defender's office and another program the grant would launch would improve the legal defense of those in Hays County who cannot afford their own lawyer. (Warren Brown/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
4:27 PM May 4, 2021 CDT
Hays County Commissioners Court applies for grant to fund a public defender's office
A portion of federal funding will be released by the state Legislature to Hays CISD, but millions are still in limbo. (Jack Flagler/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
4:11 PM Apr 29, 2021 CDT
Some federal funding for Hays CISD released day after resolution passed
RESULTS FROM OTHER COMMUNITIES
Austin
4:09 PM
Redistricting shifts Cedar Park, Leander representation
Austin
1:18 PM
Newly Redrawn electoral maps split New Braunfels from 3 ways to 4 in Congress
Voters will select a new council member for Dripping Springs in the May 1 election. (Community Impact Newspaper staff)
Austin
8:45 PM
Q&A: Two challengers squaring off for Dripping Springs City Council Place 3 seat
One year after the first local individuals tested positive for COVID-19 in Central Texas, the community is still battling the pandemic. (Design by Michelle Degard/Community Impact Newspaper. Photos by Ali Linan, Kelsey Thompson, Lauren Canterberry and John Cox/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
2:30 AM
A year on pause: Central Texans reflect on what they lost, overcame in year since COVID-19 arrived
H-E-B is opening a new food hall in East Austin on Aug. 25. (Courtesy Ben Porter Photography)
Austin
7:00 PM
H-E-B to feature fried chicken eatery from 'Top Chef' alum and more Central Texas news
Hays County and Bexar County told businesses they must require masks, but Comal County and New Braunfels have yet to follow suit as the spread of COVID-19 accelerates. (Ian Pribanic/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
2:45 PM
New Braunfels and Comal County officials acknowledge surge in COVID-19 cases; neighboring counties take action
A photo of two women walking on a trail with a quote from the story
Austin
4:45 PM
Traditional summer outings may look different in Southwest Austin under COVID-19 guidelines to promote health, safety
The Chandler Chamber of Commerce will host a candidate forum for those running for Chandler City Council. (Community Impact Newspaper staff)
Phoenix
11:00 AM
Chandler Chamber of Commerce to host City Council candidate forum May 19
Tiny Tails to You co-owner Chelsea Phillips is one of many area business owners who have applied for federal assistance amid the COVID-19 pandemic. (Brian Rash/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
1:45 PM
Central Texas businesses find challenges applying for federal assistance
Hays County commissioners agreed to create a citizens election commissioner Sept. 3.
Austin Metro
7:57 PM
Hays County commissioners to appoint citizens election commission to advise on polling locations