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Man sentenced to 60 years for intent to distribute Fentanyl

Man sentenced to 60 years for intent to distribute Fentanyl

Tony Robert Barrera III, 44, of Austin, was sentenced to 60 years in prison on January 18 for possession of fentanyl with the intent to deliver. He was also charged with a 50 year sentence for possession of a firearm. 01/31/2024 12:00 AM

Local student’s essay for DAR wins

Local student’s essay for DAR wins

A Wimberley eighth-grade student at St. Stephen’s Episcopal School, Claire Horsey, has won the Jacob’s Well Chapter National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution American History Essay Contest. 01/31/2024 12:00 AM

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Wimberley plans for the Eclipse

Wimberley plans for the Eclipse

Wimberley’s Tourism Department, headed up by Leeann Kirby, has been hard at work planning for the April 8 total eclipse that could bring as many as 50,000 visitors to the city. Kirby, aided by City Liaison, Ted Gartner, has prepared guides for citizens during the eclipse weekend, to make them aware of the disruptions to their normal activities. 01/31/2024 12:00 AM

King Feed strong

King Feed strong

Following a fire that destroyed the interior of King Feed last week, the community has linked arms to support Wimberley’s iconic business. 01/31/2024 12:00 AM

Property tax notice errors impact subset that paid online early

Property tax notice errors impact subset that paid online early

Changes to the tax code caused property tax bills to come out late this year, and in the process, some bills were initially incorrect. Now the Hays County Tax Assessors’ Office is working on issuing refunds to those who paid too much. 01/31/2024 12:00 AM

Supper club closes, becomes Hildee’s on the Square

Supper club closes, becomes Hildee’s on the Square

After an eight month search, the owners of the Supper Club announced last week that they have passed ownership of the restaurant to Hildee’s. Chef Ryan Hildebrand and Wimberley investor, Paul Dunn, have partnered to purchase the land, building and assets from Phil Collins and Mark Grimes who were motivated to sell because of serious health concerns. 01/31/2024 12:00 AM

Riffs, Roams and Raves: A Weekly Column

Riffs, Roams and Raves: A Weekly Column

Riffs, Roams and Raves uncovers the creative, noteworthy and accomplished in the Wimberley Valley and beyond with tips on who to hear, where to go and what to see from managing editor Teresa Kendrick. 01/25/2024 12:00 AM

Wimberley Valley

Wimberley Valley

Live Music Calendar 01/25/2024 12:00 AM

KAPS Chili Cook Off and Cupcake Wars

KAPS Chili Cook Off and Cupcake Wars

The Katherine Anne Porter charter school in Wimberley turned up the heat last week for their annual Chili Cook Off and Cupcake Wars school fundraiser. Students, staff, board members and Chef Ryan Castille from the Wimberley Inn joined in the competition. Judging was conducted by Jay Bachman, co-owner of the Wimberley Cafe and Marco’s Restaurant; Pam Tise, a Longleaf Craft Kitchen + Bar partner and KAPS Board Member; and Jordan Elliot, KAPS School Board President. 01/25/2024 12:00 AM