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Left to right, Precinct 2 Commissioner Mark Jones, First Assistant County Auditor Vickie Dorsett, County Auditor Marisol Villarreal-Alonzo, Accounting Associate Amber New, Accounts Payable Manager Kimberli Andrews, Precinct 3 Commissioner Lon Shell, and Precinct 4 Commissioner Ray Whisenant. Hays County photo

County auditor’s office honored for transparency

Thu, 11/22/2018 - 12:00am

The Hays County Auditor’s Office, for the fourth year in a row, has been awarded a Certificate of Achievement for financial transparency in its Comprehensive Annual Finance Report (CAFR) by the Go

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Today in History

Thu, 11/22/2018 - 12:00am

Today is Thursday, Nov. 22, the 326th day of 2018. There are 39 days left in the year.

Today’s Highlight in History:

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Millennials to baby boomers, gifts that grow are all the rage

Thu, 11/22/2018 - 12:00am

It’s a jungle in there. Every window, surface and brightly lit corner is filled with decorative or edible greenery. There is no doubt what to gift this person for the holidays.

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No accounting for these tastes: Artificial flavors a mystery

Thu, 11/22/2018 - 12:00am

NEW YORK (AP) — Six artificial flavors are being ordered out of the food supply in a dispute over their safety, but good luck to anyone who wants to know which cookies, candies or drinks they’re in

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Photo by Gerald Castillo

Lady Rattlers earn All-District honors

Wed, 11/21/2018 - 11:46am

San Marcos senior middle blocker Shyeann Lampkin was named to the 26-6A All-District second team, head coach Michelle Moreno announced last week.

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Lady Rattlers grind out home win over Killeen Shoemaker

Wed, 11/21/2018 - 11:44am

The first quarter was a defensive clinic.

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Rattlers start slow, finish strong in loss to Austin Anderson

Wed, 11/21/2018 - 11:42am

The Trojans found their sweet spot.

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Large crowds for holiday festivities can have any host in a hurry. Preparing ahead and finding simple recipes, like this turkey with roasted grape gastrique, can help relieve the pressure. Photos courtesy of Omaha Steaks

A guide for gathering for the holidays

Wed, 11/21/2018 - 12:00am

(Family Features) Gearing up for a crowd at your holiday festivities can provide moments of excitement, stress, fun and plenty of other emotions as the big dinner draws near.

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Pressure cookers use up to 70 percent less energy than a traditional stove top. Photo courtesy of Statepoint

Saving time & energy with a pressure cooker

Wed, 11/21/2018 - 12:00am

(StatePoint) Pressure-cooking may sound intimidating, but it’s important to keep in mind that it’s actually a simple process that can save time, energy and money.