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Getting local information is important. This does not include Austin papers, TV or radio stations as local. Reporting news that is important, as in Wimberley and Hays County, is different than the rest of Central Texas. This is especially true when we are urged to stay at home as much as possible.

Working on fundraising for the annual EMS Duck Race, a group of EMS supporters were asked to find ways to make the race bigger than it has been in the past. Then the Duck Race was canceled. Taking a cue from others around the country, instead of white ribbons being tied onto door knobs and trees, they decided to be more Wimberley-like.

From Staff Reports

Living in the Wimberley Valley, you have been past the beautiful mural on the home of the Crisis Bread Basket many times. CBB feeds our hungry with the only requirement being a need while residing in the WISD area.

From Staff Reports

Who says sheltering at home can’t be fun?

How can the kids continue going to school is not a question for Wimberley ISD students. The easy answer, at least the teachers make it look easy, is online. Teachers still teach and students are still learning, despite being homebound.

Schools in Hays County are closed due to COVID-19 for the foreseeable future.

H-E-B and Favor Delivery have expanded service to support even more Texans, including in Wimberley. With this move, Favor has doubled its delivery coverage area statewide to give more Texans access to on-demand delivery from restaurants and stores, and to support more seniors via the H-E-B & Favor Senior Support Program. In rapid response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Favor — whose most recent statewide expansion included adding 40 new Texas markets over the course of 12 months — has just launched 75 new Texas markets within an accelerated one-week timeframe, as well as expanded its delivery areas in its existing markets.

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Central Texas is enrolling now for the upcoming volunteer training session, and more volunteers are needed for the program to keep up with the number of child abuse victims in the area.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact individuals in our local communities and across the globe, our healthcare systems are working collaboratively each day with local public health authorities and community leaders to prepare for the future. The situation continues to evolve daily, and our plans and preparations are also evolving to meet community needs. Rest assured Ascension Seton Hays is prepared to provide the best care for our patients, protect our staff, and preserve needed supplies. We understand the need for clear and accurate information, and as healthcare leaders in the community, our goal is to help keep you safe and well informed.

I am concerned about the current global pandemic. It has affected all our lives and has probably changed our lives forever, but frankly, I am sick and tired of dwelling on it. Today, I just wanted to write an article that has nothing to do with Covid-19. So, I looked into my email history and found a question I was asked back in October of 2019, “When do the seasons start in 2020?”.

We all acknowledge that Wimberley is a beautiful little town. We know, too, that it’s natural setting in a lovely valley blessed with plenty of greenery, unexpected Texas hills (especially the Twin Sisters), Blanco River, and Cypress Creek create this natural beauty. However, I think we should thank our business owners on and around the square for the many hours and dollars they invest in keeping their shops clean and attractive.