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Top 10 stories of 2023
Space where The Albert Hotel on Main Street is under construction had been unused for years. But the Albert, The Emigrant and other hotels will add more “overnight” capacity for visitors, potentially affecting the housing market. — File photo
A: Main, Gillespie Life, Main, News
By Christine Granados Standard-Radio Post contributor on January 4, 2024
Top 10 stories of 2023

Change was the one constant during an eventful year

The story of change loomed large in Gillespie County in 2023. Transformation was a part of every one of the top 10 stories listed here.

The short-term rental and lack of housing issues, drought and water concerns and the sale of Hill Country Memorial Hospital were the top five stories in the area. These are also storylines with transitions that residents will be dealing with in 2024 and beyond.

No. 1 Short-term rental (STR) debate

The Legacy Inn a...

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