Fredericksburg Standard

To most, weaving might seem like an outdated skill or an obscure hobby. But to one Fredericksburg resident, it’s a way to give hope to military veterans with disabilities. Charlotte Allison, who has been weaving since 1983, was introduced to the...

In the spirit of Oktoberfest

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More room to welcome

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Homecoming ahead for current and former Billies

Fredericksburg High School is celebrating Homecoming this week with a football game, crowning of a king and queen and other activities. Activities will culminate on Friday night, Sept. 20, when the Battlin’ Billie football team will host Wimberley...

Billies sacked on road

FHS FOOTBALL The Battlin’ Billies lost another nail biter, this time on the road. Fredericksburg High School varsity football lost to the Bastrop Cedar Creek Eagles, 20-12, Thursday at Bastrop Memorial Stadium. FHS turnovers and special teams plays...

Paving over history

Looking at a bird’s eye view of the land to the left of U.S. 87 North just off Main Street, one would be hard pressed to find any property, especially that of such historic importance. Linda Lucksinger, Dan Jenkins, Temple and Jeannie Klett are all...

News Stories

County looks to add 14 jobs ahead of state restrictions

Gillespie County Commissioners announced a potential tax rate

By McKenzie Moellering

Council considers bump in tax rate to 22.7 cents

Fredericksburg’s City Council discussed potentially lowering i

By Samuel Sutton

Chapter 1088 of EEA to host Airport Day

The local Chapter 1088 of EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) is once again sponsoring its local Airport Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Gillespie County Airport.

Sports

Billies sacked on road

FHS FOOTBALL

The Battlin’ Billies lost another nail biter, this time on the road.

Billies start district by beating Texans

FHS TENNIS

The Battlin’ Billies started district the way they wanted: with a win against Wimberley.

FHS JV tennis wins twice in week of play

Fredericksburg High School junior varsity tennis went 2-1 over the past week, facing Burnet, 5A Boerne Champion and 6A San Antonio Warren.

Obituaries

Nadine Gellermann Anderson

Nadine Gellermann Anderson, 89, nee Holdforth of San Antonio,

Earl E. (Dick) Ewing Jr.

Earl E.

Agnes Louise Houy

Agnes Louise Houy, 82, nee Treibs, of Fredericksburg, died Sun

Gillespie Life

Weaving a new life

To most, weaving might seem like an outdated skill or an obscu

In the spirit of Oktoberfest

To view or purchase more photos, visit Smug Mug

More room to welcome

To view or purchase more photos, visit Smug Mug

Business Blog

A look at local businesses in Fredericksburg and Gillespie County.

FSRP site launches car-buying tool

AUTO INDUSTRY

HCM’s Pope to address Chamber leader breakfast

Jayne Pope, CEO of Hill Country Memorial (HCM) will be the fea

Editor's Blog

Columns, editorials and more of interest to our readers.

The investment of time can pay huge dividends Texas Type

As any parent knows, helping get kids through “the awkward years” can be a daunting task.

By Ken Esten Cooke

Lawmakers flush plumbers’ licenses

The Texas Legislature did some good things in its 86th session, but what they did to plumbing licenses really stinks.

By Ken Esten Cooke

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County looks to add 14 jobs ahead of state restrictions

Council considers bump in tax rate to 22.7 cents

Chapter 1088 of EEA to host Airport Day

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