The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines advent as “a coming into being or use.” Another definition says “the arrival of a notable person, thing or event.” This past Sunday, many Christians around the world began the first season of their church year — Advent. The four Sundays before Christmas are a t...

In the spirit of full disclosure, I required tutoring assistance to make it through the two semesters of economics that were required as part my college degree program. But nonetheless, I would like to float an idea. Let’s assume the population of Gillespie County has remained just shy of 21,000, as...

At the National Museum of the Pacific War, we learn how the greatest generation sacrificed so much for the good of the country during World War II. The COVID-19 pandemic has been a real shock for all of us who grew up after WWII — not being able to do things when, where and how we please. For many o...

Advance ticket sales for the Gillespie County Wild Game Dinner on Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Gillespie County Fair Grounds are underway. Ticket sales a...

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will provide approximately $202 million in emergency Sup...

I am traditionally one of those folks who does not like to start decorating for Christmas until after Thanksgiving. That was the “rule” at my boyhood ...