‘The Mother Theresa of nature’ - Fredericksburg Standard

Jane Goodall with Drifter and Boone, Rick Barongi’s labradors. The long-time friend of Goodall said everybody thinks chimps are her favorite animal, but it’s dogs. — Submitted photo

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By Christine Granados Standard-Radio Post managing editor on October 8, 2025

‘The Mother Theresa of nature’

Goodall spread message of conservation here as one of final stops

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Drainage, development clash in ETJ

By Christine Granados Standard-Radio Post managing editor

October 8, 2025

Proposed housing project on Hollmig Lane brings concerns from locals Residents in Fredericksburg’s extraterritorial jurisdiction, the one-mile border ...

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Local business owner hit this season by tariffs

By Michaela Rush Standard-Radio Post reporter

October 8, 2025

For German-import company, tariffs mean higher prices for authentic lederhosen, dirndls Though Oktoberfest is normally a time of high business and exc...

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Local agencies furloughed during federal shutdown

October 8, 2025

Gillespie County government agencies like the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Forest Service and the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Pa...

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League of Women Voters to discuss ballot propositions

October 8, 2025

The League of Women Voters of the Hill Country Texas, which covers Gillespie County, will meet Saturday, Oct. 11 at Riverside Nature Center, 150 Franc...

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Navy birthday party set for Monday

October 8, 2025

Frantzen-Ahrens Post 7105, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) will celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States Navy on Monday, Oct. 13 at 6 p.m. The...

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Schools, businesses to close for Columbus Day

October 8, 2025

Businesses and schools will alter hours of operation in observance of Columbus Day, Oct. 13. Changes to regular operating hours are as follows: Govern...

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