Construction begins on project to improve student safety near Kyle Elementary

New sidewalk and traffic changes aim to create safer routes for students walking to Kyle Elementary School.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/hays/kyle/construction-begins-on-project-to-improve-student-safety-near-kyle-elementary/

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LIST: What are the current water restrictions in your city?

Several cities across Central Texas have water restrictions in place. To help keep track, KXAN has created a map and database so you can easily find the restrictions in your city.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/list-what-are-the-current-watering-restrictions-in-your-city/

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3 Houston men arrested, charged in Kyle-area burglaries

Three Houston-area men were arrested in connection with burglaries that ranged from Kyle to Houston, according to the Kyle Police Department.

https://www.kxan.com/news/crime/3-houston-men-arrested-charged-in-kyle-area-burglaries/

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Hays County woman recovering after rabid fox attack in her front yard amid rabies outbreak

A Hays County woman is recovering after being attacked by a rabid fox. Officials say there has been a spike in cases in the county over the last year, but rabies remains relatively rare.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/hays/hays-county-woman-recovering-after-rabid-fox-attack-in-her-front-yard-amid-rabies-outbreak/

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Rockdale ISD appoints new superintendent

Rockdale Independent School District (RISD) swore in Dr. Michael Watson as the new superintendent on March 9 during a special board meeting.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/rockdale-isd-appoints-new-superintendent/

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$20M incentive wins over grocery giant to transform Buda landfill site

The store will be located along southbound Interstate 35 access road north of Main street. Construction is set to begin in 2026. 

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/buda/20m-incentive-wins-over-grocery-giant-to-transform-buda-landfill-site/

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73-year-old Kyle man sentenced in case of shooting wife

A Kyle man was sentenced March 5 to serve 25 years in prison in connection with the shooting of his wife in December 2024, according to the Hays County District Attorney’s Office.

https://www.kxan.com/news/crime/73-year-old-kyle-man-sentenced-in-case-of-shooting-wife/

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Hays County approves $200K to repair flood warning system ahead of severe weather season

Hays County is making $200,000 in improvements to its current flood warning system.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/hays/hays-county-approves-200k-to-repair-flood-warning-system-ahead-of-severe-weather-season/

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Bikes, books and pillows: How one woman's nonprofit helps Hays County families

Cynthia Bentley formed an organization called Unforgettable Families and Friends, which gives back in various ways across Kyle, Buda, San Marcos, and parts of south Austin.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/hays/bikes-books-and-pillows-how-one-womans-nonprofit-helps-hays-county-families/

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How Texas State baseball is embracing pitching analytics, data

Texas State baseball is merging traditional pitching philosophy with modern analytics as Josh Blakley and Austin Wallace lead a data‑driven evolution for the Bobcats.

https://www.kxan.com/sports/texas-state-baseball-pitching-analytics-josh-blakley-austin-wallace/

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