In the early days of the Cold War, the only thing parents feared more than nuclear apocalypse was a polio epidemic. Like an A-bomb the polio virus struck swiftly and without warning. It was the most dreaded disease of the 20th century. Although polio is mostly a memory in the Hill Country, the curre...

With social distancing and precautionary activities underway in response to COVID-19, there have been a number of people asserting their right to do as they please. Some note they are willing to accept the consequences of their actions. In many instances that makes perfect sense; however, this situa...

We’re still a long way from back to normal, but this is a good start. Though some fear a resurgence of COVID-19 cases, Governor Greg Abbott deserves credit for issuing clear and reasonable guidelines on Monday when he announced Phase 1 re-opening to begin Friday. Thursday will be the expiration date...

I have a confession. I love terrible movies, and this shelter-in-place, stay-at-home or safer-at-home order we have going on has given me the perfect ...

In line with signals from the White House to restart the nation’s economy, Gov. Greg Abbott on April 17 issued executive orders to move the Lone Star ...

Band award Kudos to our outstanding “Pride of the Hill Country” marching band for their recent Best Communities for Music Education Award! As a season...