The Hays Free Press

01/25/2025

Growing up, I dreamed of being a Disney princess.

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Graphic by Barton Publications Columns, Opinions Mikey Brown on January 22, 2025 Insert Column Name Here Do, re, mi, fa, so, etc.

01/24/2025

Kyle Area Senior Zone celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 20, with a special guest, a singer and activities for children.

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PHOTO BY BRITTANY KELLEY Jacquelyn Green sings at the Kyle Area Senior Zone Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration on Jan. 20. The event, held at the Krug Activity Center in Kyle, also provided free books from the Kiwanis Club and lunch. Kyle, Main, News Staff Report on January 22, 2025 Kyle residen...

01/24/2025

Hays CISD discussed the potential upcoming bond for the May election at its Jan. 16 meeting.

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Logo by Hays CISD Graphic by Barton Publications Kyle, Main, News Brittany Kelley on January 22, 2025 Hays CISD Board of Trustees listen to five proposition, $986 million bond

01/24/2025

Ayden Miller make district history when he earned his 100th varsity wrestling win on Wednesday, Jan 15.

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PHOTO BY URSULA ROGERS Ayden Miller lifts his opponent up during his 100th varsity victory match on Wednesday, Jan. 15. Hays Hawks, Johnson Jaguars, Sports Staff Report on January 22, 2025 Hays High School wrestler Ayden Miller makes Hays CISD history

01/23/2025

The Lehman High School girls basketball team traveled to Lockhart High School to face the Lions on Tuesday, Jan. 14.

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PHOTO BY Ursula Rogers Pictured, Audrey Johnson (No. 5) drives to the basket, with a Lockhart defender close by. Lehman Lobos, Sports Staff Report on January 22, 2025 Lehman Lady Lobos bested by Lockhart Lions

01/23/2025

The Hays High School Hawks girls basketball team hosted the Leander High School Lions on Friday, Jan. 17, earning a 54-34 win.

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PHOTO BY VICTORIA CARREON Pictured, Faith Gray (No. 0) takes advantage of a screen by her teammate and drives to the basket. Hays Hawks, Sports Staff Report on January 22, 2025 Hays Hawks pin down Leander Lions

01/23/2025

The Moe & Gene Johnson High School girls basketball team hosted the Steele High School Knights on Friday, Jan. 17.

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PHOTO BY DANIELLA MORENO Pictured, Journei House (No. 4) holds the ball tight as she is double-teamed by defenders. Johnson Jaguars, Sports Staff Report on January 22, 2025 Johnson’s Lady Jags falter against Steele High School

01/22/2025

The Moe & Gene Johnson High School boys basketball team hosted the Judson High School Rockets on Tuesday, Jan. 14.

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PHOTO BY DANIELLA MORENO Jayvonne Flores (No. 0) attempts a jump shot with a defender at his back. The Jags will host Canyon High School (12-17 overall, 1-5 district) on Friday, Jan. 24. Johnson Jaguars, Sports Staff Report on January 22, 2025 Judson jumbles Johnson High School Jaguars

01/22/2025

The Hays High School Hawks girls soccer team hosted the Navarro Early College High School Vikings on Tuesday, Jan. 14, in a preseason matchup with new head coach James Baker.

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PHOTO BY VICTORIA CARREON Addison Serenari (No. 6) scores the final goal of the night against the Vikings. Hays Hawks, Sports Staff Report on January 22, 2025 Hays Hawks shutout Naavarro Vikings

01/21/2025

EDITED TO ADD: San Marcos CISD, Dripping Springs ISD, Wimberley ISD, San Marcos Academy and Katherine Anne Porter School will also return to a normal schedule on Wednesday, Jan. 22.

BREAKING: Following inclement weather that caused closures on Tuesday, Jan. 21, several schools announced that they will reopen this week.

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HAYS COUNTY -- Following inclement weather that caused closures on Tuesday, Jan. 21, several schools announced that they will reopen this week. Hays CISD will operate on a normal schedule on Wednesday, Jan. 22. Austin Community College District (ACC) will reopen Wednesday, Jan. 22. All in-person and...

01/21/2025

Hays CISD announced in an email to parents and staff that it will be back on a normal schedule for Wednesday, Jan. 22.

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KYLE -- Hays CISD announced in an email to parents and staff that it will be back on a normal schedule for Wednesday, Jan. 22. This follows the district being closed on Monday, Jan. 20, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and then on Tuesday, Jan. 21, for inclement weather. The email reads:....

01/21/2025

City of Kyle offices and facilities will open today, Tuesday, January 21 at 1 p.m.

Tonight’s City Council Meeting will take place at 7 p.m. as originally scheduled at Kyle City Hall Council Chambers, 100 W. Center Street.

The meeting can also be viewed at:
📺 Kyle Spectrum Channel 10
💻 CityofKyle.com/Meetings
📱 City of Kyle YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityofKyleTx.

01/21/2025

❄️ Due to weather and road conditions, TDS collection services in Kyle will slide one day this week. TDS asks customers to please keep carts out on the curb so they can begin collection as soon as weather permits.

For updates and information on TDS waste collection services visit https://www.texasdisposal.com/waste-wizard/ or https://www.texasdisposal.com/.

01/21/2025

❄️SNOW DAY❄️
We want pictures of your snow day fun! Comment them down below or send us an email at [email protected]!

01/21/2025

01/20/2025

Per Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra, all Hays County offices, with the exception of Public Safety offices, are closed tomorrow. Juror service is also canceled.

Commissioners Court is canceled and will convene on January 28, 2025.

Take care of your pipes, pets and plants and remember to keep your space heaters 3 feet away from any potential combustibles.

01/20/2025

UPDATE: 1/21/25 @ 10:20 a.m.

🕠The City Council meeting will take place as scheduled tonight, Tuesday, Jan. 21 at 5:30 p.m.

🚫The Buda Welcome Center will remain closed all day. Stay tuned for other possible closures and impacts.
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WINTER WEATHER UPDATE

⚠️City Hall to delay opening to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 21.⚠️

Due to the predicted inclement weather over the next 24 hours, City staff is taking the following precautions:

❄️City of Buda offices, the Buda Public Library, Utility Billing windows, the Buda Welcome Center, and the Buda Police Department’s front lobby and administrative offices will delay opening until 1 p.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, Jan. 21. Utility bill payments can still be made online: https://ow.ly/EKnI50QAoMT.

❄️Public Works will sand major roadways and bridges today and tomorrow morning. TxDOT has pre-treated roadways, including 1626 and 967. If motorists see sanding, brining, or other winter weather prep vehicles on the roads, they are encouraged to slow down, keep a safe distance, and give crews room to work.

❄️The City Council will convene at 5:30 p.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, Jan. 21 to take action to decide whether or not they will formally reschedule the meeting to a future date. This is to ensure the safety and well-being of the public and those attending the meeting. If you cannot safely attend the meeting in person, City Council meetings are available online to view: https://ow.ly/H7Aq50RcIbu.

Staff will continue to monitor conditions for other necessary road treatments or closures. We will keep you updated via social media and our website at www.budatx.gov.