Several bills written by Republicans are being considered in the Texas Legislature and ostensibly “raise confidence in the integrity of our elections.” The bills actually reflect Republican realization that making voting harder for black, brown and urban citizens is ultimately a way to extend their ...

The music was sometimes called Oompah — the “oom” from the thumping cadence of the tuba rattling the air and the “pah” from the lilting tones of the trombones, trumpets and accordion jumping in on the offbeat. Not only could you hear the music a half-mile away, you could feel the deep notes of the t...

There is something special about wildflower season. The annual show brings forth the cycle of life from seed to full, glorious maturation. It is a reminder of our blessings in every field, on many corners in residential areas. Even though sparse fall rains mean it won’t be the best wildflower season...

I echo the many letters praising the organization and efficiency of the COVID-19 vaccination program at Hill Country Memorial Hospital. The individual...

So, the government is sending us more money for pandemic relief. I’m not going to complain. I have a need for the money, or more accurately, my car ha...

The Fredericksburg High School Band received a Division I rating at the Region XI University Interscholastic League Concert and Sight Reading contest ...