From the Editors

Dear Readers,

As we welcome the refreshing breezes of March, we present an issue brimming with stories that embody renewal, community, and the simple joys of everyday life.

In the spirit of celestial wonder, we focus first on the excitement and anticipation for the April 2024 solar eclipse. Across our region, watch parties are springing up, turning this astronomical event into a unifying moment. We also delve into the details and cool facts about this cosmic curiosity.

Our animal feature will surely tug at your heartstrings. Local shelters will soon be teeming with newborn kittens in need of loving families, and we also share how you can care for stray feline families you may come across in the community.

We highlight education and community development in our coverage of LHISD’s rezoning plan. This complex process affects many, from students and parents to educators and administrators. We hope the discussions, decisions, and impacts of these changes will provide clarity and perspectives on what these changes will mean for our community's future.

Delving into the heart of our community, we spotlight the City of Liberty Hill’s time capsule. This initiative is more than a mere collection of items; it's a narrative of our present, meant to be discovered by future generations. We explore what city staff and residents chose to include, each item a testament to the events and values of our community in 2024.

We also turn our attention to Deb’s Dream, a nonprofit organization making significant strides in serving atrisk youth and single mothers in poverty. Through their inspiring work, we're reminded of the power of compassion and the difference we can make when we come together to support those in need.

We hope these pages will provide you with moments of joy and a deeper connection to the community around us. Whether it's through celestial events, the purring of a new family member, support in times of need, or the resilience of our shared spaces, we think there's a story here for everyone.