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DSISD opens Drip Spirit store
The Dripping Springs Independent School District (DSISD) announced the opening of Drip Spirit this week. Drip Spirit is a store offering DSISD spirit merchandise and apparel, including Tshirts, polos, hoodies, hats, Yeti cups, clear bags, stickers, and more. The store will also carry youth spiritwear. The spirit shop is located in the DSISD Center for Learning & Leadership at 300 Sportsplex Dr. The store is open Wednesdays from noon to 5 p.m. and on select Fridays. Customers can also shop and order online at dripspirit. com, with the option to pick up orders the next business day.
Sports Roundup
, , Tigers’ Team Tennis Stops Bowie 8-2 The Dripping Springs HS tennis team got their first win of the season when they overwhelmed Austin Bowie 8-2. Last week the team dropped a squeaker to SA Davenport 8-7. Here are the results of the Bowie match. Boys doubles: Wyatt Clark/Grover Bendall W6-1,6-1; Wes Anderson/ Gray Pickens W6-0,6-2; Dayton Daniel/ Isaiah Jackson W6-1, 6-3. Girls doubles: Mia Pleasant/Isadora Barnes L5-7, 4-6; Addie Clark/Maggie Menard W6-3, 7-5; Olivia Eggleston/Vivian Kelly W6-4, 6-1. Mixed Doubles: Bella Rose/Sebastian Zeinoun L3-6, 6-7. Boys singles: Bendall W8-1. Girls singles: A. Clark W8-0. Vipers Strike Down Tigers 31-14 Both the Dripping Springs Tigers...
Governor Abbott, TxDOT announce $148 billion transportation investment
Last week, Governor Greg Abbott announced a record $148 billion investment in Texas’ transportation infrastructure. “Strengthening our roadways and transportation infrastructure is critical for Texas to remain the best state for business in the nation,” Abbott said. The investment includes the Texas Department of Transportation's (TxDOT) unanimous adoption of a more than $104 billion 10-year transportation plan to improve safety, address congestion and connectivity, and preserve roadways. Additionally, more than $43 billion will be allocated for development and routine maintenance. In Dripping Springs, the investment includes upgrading U.S. 290 from Roger Hanks Parkway to Rob Shelton Boulevard. The project will expand the current...
No murder charge to be filed in Buda shooting death
Murder charges will not be filed in the death of Erick Alejandro Marin, 17, who was shot and killed in Buda on Aug. 5. Hays County Criminal District Attorney Kelly Higgins announced on Thursday that his office “reviewed all of the evidence and concluded that the shooting that killed Marin was justified under the Texas laws related to self-defense and defense of a third person.” The case was presented to a grand jury on Aug. 28. The Grand Jury agreed that the shooting was justified and voted to “nobill” the case. On Aug. 5, Marin was shot and killed in a drainage...
Capital Highlights
A 26-page report from the Texas Comptroller concludes that the state needs 306,000 additional homes, a shortage that has sent housing costs soaring, The Texas Tribune reported. Homebuilding hasn’t kept up with the booming economy as millions of new residents have moved here over the past decade, leaving more than half of the state’s homeowners and renters struggling to find and keep affordable housing. “Is it a crisis today? I wouldn't call it a crisis,” Comptroller Glenn Hegar told The Tribune. “But if we don't find some more solutions, we're going to be in a crisis.” Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan...
Blanco River watershed workshop set for Sept. 24
A Texas Watershed Steward workshop focusing on the Blanco River and Cypress Creek watersheds will be held on Sept. 24 in Wimberley. “This workshop is designed to help watershed residents learn about their water resources and how they can become involved in local watershed protection and management activities,” said Michael Kuitu, AgriLife Extension program specialist and coordinator for the Texas Watershed Steward program in Bryan-College Station. The Blanco River watershed spans five counties in the Texas Hill Country and supplies water to some of the fastest-growing population centers in the state. The Blanco River interacts with the Trinity and Edwards aquifers, contributing...
SH 45 feasibility study wraps up
On August 29, Hays county, in partnership with the city of Buda held their final open house in Buda for local residents to review and comment on the feasibility study to design and construct an extension of SH 45 between IH-35 and FM 1626. The first open house took place on June 15, 2023, when the study was introduced to the public. A second open house was held on December 7, 2023, to share preliminary route concepts and gather public feedback. Input from these sessions has been used to further develop the preliminary route concept. The feasibility study explores closing a critical...
New Trails, Fresh Mulch: Local Scout transforms PAWS animal shelter
, , , , The dogs at PAWS animal shelter in Dripping Springs have new trails to explore and cleaner play yards, thanks to the efforts of Remington Shay. A sophomore at Wimberley High School and senior Scout from Troop 4, Shay organized and completed the project as part of his work toward earning the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest achievement in the Boy Scouts of America. When Shay began considering his Eagle Scout project, he knew he wanted to do something close to home and close to his heart. 'When we discussed ideas, I told Remington, whatever you choose,...
Science Mill homeschool days to start
The Science Mill in Johnson City will begin its 2024-25 school program for homeschoolers on September 11. The program is open to homeschoolers, homeschooling groups, learning pods, and students with asynchronous schedules, for children ages 5 to 17. Science Mill homeschool days allow students and their guardians to explore STEM fields in depth through activity stations, exposure to STEM careers, and age-based Learning Labs led by Science Mill educators. Learning Labs are divided by age groups (5 to 7, 8 to 10, 11 to 17). An optional in-depth STEM Scholar option is available for children ages 8 to 17. A few slots remain for...
Gardien uncorks wine concierge service for local wine lovers
, The Texas Highway 290 corridor, particularly the stretch between Austin and Fredericksburg, is known as the '290 Wine Trail' and is a significant part of the Texas Hill Country experience. The region is the second-most-visited wine destination in the United States, according to “Texas Monthly” magazine. The route features more than 60 wineries and tasting rooms, making it a popular spot for wine enthusiasts. That fact isn't lost on Eric and Kris LaBrie, who founded their wine storage concierge business, Gardien, to support the growing wine community. The LaBries, avid wine lovers themselves, created Gardien after consulting local experts to identify...
TxDOT is teaming up with local law enforcement to prevent drunk driving
Thousands of residents in neighborhoods served by the West Travis County Public Utility Agency (WTCPUA) are now under Stage 2 watering restrictions, effective immediately. In North Hays county, many neighborhoods east of the Dripping Springs city limit along the HWY 290 corridor, including Belterra, are within the WTCPUA district affected by the order. Although lake levels remain above the Lower Colorado River Authority’s (LCRA) Stage 2 criteria, the WTCPUA follows its own guidelines for implementing Stage 2 restrictions, based on water demand and the agency’s water production capacity. “The [water storage] tanks are just not refilling fast enough due to the irrigation demand,”...
The Mindset of an Adventurous Artist – How I Have Fun
, , , , You know that iceberg that’s currently spinning in circles in the Southern ocean? That’s me in my endless loop of indulging my creative side: Browse-Learn-Make. Others prefer to take a deep dive in one particular craft or art form. For me, staying on the surface, engaging in all the variety, creates a bigger “splash.” BROWSE: As an introverted type, I typically find inspiration on social media rather than museums or galleries. Ranging from data visualization to fiber arts, I follow creators from all over the world. And it’s all free!! When something new appears, especially if there’s a...
North Hays road bond projects total nearly $108 million
On Nov. 5, North Hays County residents will be asked to approve a transportation bond issuance totaling nearly $440 million. In Precinct 4, which includes the Dripping Springs, Driftwood, and Buda communities, nearly a quarter of the total—$107.7 million— will fund local projects. Hays County Precinct 4 Commissioner Walt Smith, along with the rest of the Commissioners Court, voted to send the bond package to voters. 'Transportation, mobility, and the ability of our residents to traverse the county safely is one of the highest priorities of the county,' Smith said. 'Given the massive growth in Hays County, and specifically in the Buda...
Wine Enthusiast magazine names local wine expert among top 40 educators in the nation
Kelsey Kramer, Director of Education at the Hill Country Wine Academy was named to Wine Enthusiast magazine’s Future 40 Tastemakers list. Kramer, a resident of Stonewall, was chosen as one of the best talents in the country for her innovative approach to wine education and her dedication to broadening the awareness and understanding of Texas wines on a national scale. Kramer is the founder of the Hill Country Wine Academy, which offers a Texas-specific ambassador certification. In addition, Kramer is the co-founder of Grafted, an organization that helps elevate women in the Texas wine business. “Being recognized for what you do is great,...
Pet Resource Center partners with Neighbors by Ring
The Hays County Pet Resource Center (Hays PRC) is now a part of Neighbors by Ring, a public safety mobile app to share hyperlocal updates with Ring camera users in Hays County. Ring aims to connect residents with public safety agencies through the Neighbors App to create safer, more informed communities. 'Utilizing this additional tool allows us to share focused information such as educational materials, event announcements, and local resources with the community to reach a wider audience of pet owners in Hays County,' said Lee Ann Shenefiel, Executive Advisor and Project Coordinator for the Hays PRC. Lost and found pet information...
Wimberley launches Art Crawl for first Thursdays of each month
With cooler temperatures around the corner, the art community in Wimberley invites you to the first Art Crawl on Thursday, September 5 from 5 9 p.m. The Art Crawl is a chance to visit Wimberley's art galleries, which will stay open late for the event. The Art Crawl will return to Wimberley the first Thursday of each month. The Art Crawl connects art lovers and enthusiasts and participating galleries for an evening of art events, food and entertainment. The event is the latest program initiative from Wimberley-Arts.org, attracting art lovers from near and far to enjoy Wimberley’s diverse gallery scene every...
Sports Roundup
Crosscountry Competes At Vista Ridge The Dripping Springs crosscountry team got their season started by taking on the 24+ teams at the Vista Ridge Invitational. The way scoring works in CC is the top five placers from a team add their finishes together to give a team its total. The boys Gold team placed 17th with 461. Boys Silver team 14th (375). Girls varsity 6th (198) and JV girls 5th(150). Girls varsity results: 17. Lucy Fredenburg 20.10.2; 28. Sofia Vences 20.31.2; 33. Callie Schumacher 20.40.1; 48. Alexa Velasco 21.15.6; 74. Lauren Velasco 21.57.9; 87. Laurel Hoskovec 22.09.3; 92. Mia Thomasen 22.15.7. Boys Gold: 67. 18.01.7; 81. Abel Silverman 18.15.0; 94. Gus Caddell 18.33.5; 118. Landon...
Gateway for Hope coalition assisting soon-to-be displaced Gateway Estates residents
On July 29, residents of the Gateway Estates mobile home community were informed by the park's owner, Gateway Development LLC, that their month-to-month leases would not be renewed. They were given 60 days to vacate their lots. The news came as a shock to many residents, who immediately reached out to the City of Dripping Springs, pleading for more time to find a new place to relocate their mobile homes. Residents and advocates spoke at the Dripping Springs City Council meeting on Aug. 6, seeking assistance, but city officials indicated there was little they could do to stop the eviction. Gateway Estates...
YouRestored marks first year with ribbon cutting
, , , YouRestored held its ribbon-cutting ceremony on Aug. 20, celebrating one year of serving the Dripping Springs community. Launched in June 2023, YouRestored is a collaboration among three healthcare professionals, offering aesthetic and wellness services with a compassionate, respectful, and welcoming approach. The philosophy of YouRestored focuses on embracing natural beauty, utilizing rejuvenation, and helping clients return to their best selves. The practice provides guided medical plans for weight loss, including the use of semaglutide and tirzepatide, aesthetic treatments for body and skin enhancement, and rejuvenation therapies, as well as wellness products. YouRestored emphasizes client safety by ensuring a dedicated doctor and...
Dripping Springs Community Library hosts Brews & Books event
, , , The Dripping Springs Community Library (DSCL) hosted its first Brews & Books event at Fitzhugh Brewing Saturday August 24. The community gathering featured local children’s book authors Debbie Derbyshire, Steve Reutiman, Bonnie Tribbett Rosario, and Matt Marchant, who read to audiences and signed copies of their books. Friends of the DSCL sold used books donated by the community to support library programs. The event also offered a variety of activities for children, along with food and drinks for families to enjoy. Hundreds attended the all-day event, which was sponsored by the Dripping Springs Community Library and Fitzhugh Brewing. The event...
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