It finally happened. After three years of just missing the championship game, a team of destiny finally reached the mountaintop and claimed their spot on the throne of the league they compete in. The years of turmoil come to an end with this one shining moment. What moment am I describing you ask? W...

It’s the first week of the new year and, in Gillespie County, that means one thing: Livestock show week. The Gillespie County Youth Livestock Show is slated to run from Wednesday through Saturday, Jan. 5-8, at the Gillespie County Fair Grounds. This event continues to be a respected competition and ...

The first baby born to Gillespie County parents in 1972 will be showered with gifts by local merchants as the new arrival will be given a royal welcome to the community. This year’s baby will also have the distinction of being the first new year’s baby born at Hill Country Memorial Hospital. Buildin...

Dear Texan Friends, The year 2021 is coming to an end, another year in which we had to live with Coronavirus-limitations. But we don’t want to look ba...

I represent a small fraction here in Freddie that at times needs aid. No wants, just needs. The Hill Country Community Needs Council steps up to the p...

DECEMBER 22, 1971 Christmas Day worship services will be held at most of the churches in the county on Saturday, Dec. 25. Some churches also have Chri...