Back-to-back victories keep Harper boys in playoff hunt

William Spaeth (22) of the Harper Longhorns gets a breather during last week’s varsity basketball game against Center Point. Spaeth recorded 14 points, five assists, five rebounds and four steals. — Submitted photo

Sports

By Cary Burgess Standard-Radio Post Sports Editor on February 11, 2026

The Longhorns earned two wins this week in District 29-2A boys basketball action.

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McKenna M. Herbort

Ken Esten

February 11, 2026

I am McKenna M. Herbort, and I currently serve as the Gillespie County District Clerk after being appointed by the 216th District Judge in February 20...

Christopher Wanner

Ken Esten

February 11, 2026

I was born in Fredericksburg, Texas in 1973 (52 years old) proudly one of the first one hundred children born at Hill Country Memorial Hospital delive...

Esther Schneider

Ken Esten

February 11, 2026

Gillespie County is at serious risk and must have a battle-tested leader who will vigilantly and openly protect all residents and their property. I, E...

Kyle Biedermann

Ken Esten

February 11, 2026

I’m Kyle Biedermann, and I’m asking for your vote for County Republican Party Chairman. I believe strong leadership and organization are the foundatio...

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PUBLIC SAFETY

County fire crews battle two brushfires

February 11, 2026

Gillespie County fire fighters battled backto- back brush fires that consumed 214 acres and impacted six properties this week. On Sunday, Feb. 8, mult...

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ELECTION

Early voting starts Tuesday for primaries

By Christine Granados Standard-Radio Post managing editor

February 11, 2026

Republican hand count effort faces challenge finding volunteers With Primary Election early voting starting Tuesday, Feb. 17, there is uncertainty as ...

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