County eyes new subdivision code to protect water and open space
In northern Hays County open space defines life though farms and ranches vanish weekly. By 1999 newcomers may outnumber long-time residents, pushing toward suburban sprawl. County officials launched a comprehensive subdivision rule review to balance land, water, and growth with bipartisan support from locals across the Hill Country and prairie.
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Controversy Over Caged Bird Sings Debated at Wimberley School
A resident submits a letter to discuss the book I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings. The writer advocates the explicit content and sexual themes as part of the school curriculum, urging readers to consider the impact on students.
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Editorial critique of cultural elites over Maya Angelou book
A former School Board candidate critiques cultural elites for lacking concrete support, attacking parents who oppose book exchange and street language. The letter defends parental duty to shield youths, arguing against exposing adolescents to profanity as a path to maturity. See Elite, page 6
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Maya Angelou
Storm on May 29 Sets Daily Rainfall Record in 8 Years
A storm on May 29 brought 4.06 inches of rain, the heaviest single day rainfall in eight years. Measured totals indicate a significant weather event with impactful local rainfall figures.
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