Fredericksburg Standard

Residents looking upward for rare total solar eclipse

The last time the United States experienced a total solar eclipse was in 1918. On Monday, Aug. 21, the country from coast to coast will be in the path of the rare event. A total solar eclipse is defined as when the moon is directly between the...

Smiles brightened by Hoerster

For his entire life Dr. Zachary Hoerster has enjoyed seeing people smile. “Being able to change someone’s smile and see instant results is why I do what I do,” Hoerster said. The up-and-coming dentist, who owns Hoerster Family Dentistry,...

Races draw over 3,000 to fair grounds for third meet

Twenty-five races were run on Saturday and Sunday as part of the Gillespie County Race Day Classic Race Meet at the Gillespie County Fair Grounds. And with the third meet of the season in the books, the Gillespie County Fair and Festivals...

‘The Marvelous Wonderettes’

Final performances of the Fredericksburg Theater Company’s summer finale musical, “The Marvelous Wonderettes,” are scheduled Friday through Sunday, Aug. 18-20. Performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights and at 2 p.m. on...

Shrek The Musical JR

Ranch aims to bring people together

After being in the hospitality business for 30-plus years, South Texas resident and ranch owner Frede Edgerton decided to relocate to the Hill Country. Edgerton now owns Contigo Ranch, a part of the Contigo brand which expands to restaurants and...

News Stories

Life term, plus 220 years given in indecency case

A Fredericksburg man indicted on sexual assault and indecency with children charges in 2016 has received a life sentence, plus 220 years.

By Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post Staff

Bond called for growth of Oakcrest Sports Park

Fredericksburg City Council called a $12.5-million bond election for the expansion of Oakcrest Sports Park during its special meeting last Thursday.

By Scott Allen

Trustees keep tax rate steady

Taxpayers in the Fredericksburg Independent School District will go on their 11th year of no increase, even as their property values have risen steadily.

By Ken Esten Cooke

Sports

Purpose drives Billies football's 2017 season

The purpose is stronger than anything for Fredericksburg High School’s football program this year.

FHS football set for Navarro scrimmage Friday

Fredericksburg High School football gets its first live game action this Friday against a defending regional champion.

FHS spikers set for season

The Fredericksburg High School volleyball team is in full swing of regular season play.

Obituaries

Gary Lee Beattie

Gary Lee Beattie, 60, of Stonewall, died Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2017.

Halle Paige Collier

Halle Paige Collier, 18, of Fredericksburg, died Friday, Aug. 11, 2017, as the result of injuries received in an automobile accident.

Nolan Erwin Crenwelge

Nolan Erwin Crenwelge, 80, of Harper and Fredericksburg, died Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017, in a San Antonio hospital.

Gillespie Life

Parks to celebrate LBJ's 109th birthday

In honor of the late president, the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park and Lyndon B.

129th Gillespie County Fair to celebrate on Aug. 24-27

Four days of entertainment and activities are planned as part of the 129th Gillespie County Fair that takes place Thursday through Sunday, Aug.

Harper to celebrate Frontier Days

The 53rd Harper Frontier Days will be held Friday and Saturday, Sept. 1-2 at the Harper Community Park.

Business Blog

A look at local businesses in Fredericksburg and Gillespie County.

Smiles brightened by Hoerster

For his entire life Dr. Zachary Hoerster has enjoyed seeing people smile.

By Scott Allen

Ranch aims to bring people together

After being in the hospitality business for 30-plus years, South Texas resident and ranch owner Frede Edgerton decided to relocate to the Hill Country.

By McKenzie Wedel