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Woman killed in rollover wreck on RR12 BY SAMANTHA SMITH High speed is thought to be a primary factor that led to the death of a Wimberley woman in a single-vehicle rollover crash along Ranch Road
12 Friday afternoon. Tracy Dawn Hudler, 50, of Wimberley, was identified as the victim in the rollover, according to Robbie Barrera, Texas Department of Public Safety spokesperson.
Barrera said the accident took place around 1:41 p.m. Friday on Ranch Road 12 between Wimberley and Dripping Springs. Hudler, who was the lone occupant in a 2008
Chrysler Sebring, was traveling northbound on Ranch Road 12 when she approached a left curve in the roadway at an unsafe speed, Barrera said. Hudler attempted
to correct the vehicle, but over-corrected and rolled the Sebring; Hudler was ejected from the vehicle in the process. Barrera said Hays County Pct. 4 Justice
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No injuries on Slime Bridge
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No one was injured after a large charter bus ran off of Bendigo Crossing, locally known as the Slime Bridge, spanning the Blanco River on Wayside Drive Monday afternoon. Wimberley fire officials say they were dispatched around 2:20 p.m. for reports of a bus that had its right rear wheels off the bridge. When crews arrived, they discovered no occupants in the bus. The occupants were later found uninjured up the road.
LAGNIAPPE U.S. 290 closures
Temporary lane closures along U.S. Highway 290 are upcoming as construction continues on the Roger Hanks Parkway extension. Construction crews will be doing concrete curb and drainage work Aug. 3 to Aug. 6. During this timeframe, the outer westbound lane of U.S. 290 near the construction site will be temporarily closed. This lane will close again Aug. 13 to Aug. 18 to
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Local advocacy group fears passage of ‘bathroom bill’ BY MOSES LEOS III As Texas’ controversial “bathroom bill” surpassed a major hurdle this week, a Dripping Springs-based group joins others, fearing passage of the measure could lead to discrimination against transgender people. Senate Bill 3, authored by State Sen. Lois Kolkhorst (R-Brehnam), passed by a 21-10 vote in the Texas Senate July 25. SB 3, along with its House companion bill, is one of 20 items Texas Gov. Greg Abbott listed as priority when he called a special legislative session in June. Under the so-called “bathroom bill,” Texans would be required to use bathrooms in public schools or government buildings based on the sex listed on their birth certificate or state issued identification, rather than their choice. However, the bill continues to draw backlash from a variety of opponents who believe the measure is discriminatory. According to a July 25 Texas Tribune report, police chiefs from Austin, Houston and San Antonio publicly denounced the bill, claiming it could take police away from their
“For whatever reason, children like theirs have been singled out ... They’re worried about that and they’re angry about it, too.” – Andy Hutton of One Tiger, Many Stripes
duties and would compromise public safety. But frustration is rising within the Dripping Springs-based Many Stripes, One Tiger (MSOT) group as they feel legislators are not listening to constituents’ concerns. Andy Hutton, one of the leaders of MSOT who attended the eight-hour July 25 SB 3 discussion, said testimony was overwhelmingly against SB3. He said those who spoke out against SB 3 were parents like he, along with law enforcement personnel, business leaders and mental health professionals. Hutton said he was dismayed when legislators passed the bill to the next stage. “I honestly couldn’t understand how in the face of that testimony the committee couldn’t be moved by the real issues people face,” Hutton said. As the bill moves ahead, Hutton said MSOT will continue to tell the story of a trans-
of the Peace Terry Kyle pronounced Hudler deceased at the scene. No other vehicles were involved and no one else was injured as a result of the accident, Barrera said.
gender Walnut Springs Elementary student whose struggle they are trying to bring to light. The creation of MSOT came following State Rep. Jason Isaac’s (R-Dripping Springs) advocacy of bathroom regulation after parents learned of a transgender student at Walnut Springs. The resulting outcry led to an argumentative Dripping Springs ISD board of trustees meeting in September 2016, where those on both sides of the bathroom issue spoke out. In 2017, the first iteration of the SB 3 was filed during the regular 85th legislative session. However, the bill didn’t pass the Texas House and died before the end of the regular session. The Hays Free Press reached out to Jason Isaac for an updated comment on the topic. According to a spokesperson, Isaac was not available for comment prior to press time. Hutton said the
family whose child is in the middle of the fight is “scared” for what the bill could mean for their child. Like many parents, Hutton said they wish to see their child thrive and live his or her life without being bullied. “For whatever reason, children like theirs have been singled out,” Hutton said. “They’re worried about that and they’re angry about it, too.” However, Hutton believes fear, not hate, is driving the bathroom bill. He felt legislators should rely on “hard facts” and not use fear to create legislation. He feels legislators “listening and having compassion for someone else’s experiences” could solve many issues. “If this is a health concern, and police come out and say it’s not and legislators still ignore that, it’s driven by something other than what they say is its purpose,” Hutton said.
A recent leukemia diagnosis has forced Hays County’s top elected official to temporarily step off of the dais in order to begin treatment. Hays County COBB Judge Bert Cobb announced at the end of Tuesday’s Commissioners Court meeting he had been “diagnosed with a lethal disease,” later identified as Leukemia, and that he would begin
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County readies for flood plain changes STAFF REPORT The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), the State of Texas, and local communities and counties, have released preliminary flood maps for public review and comment. These preliminary flood maps, known as Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), are providing updated flood risk information for many areas in Hays County and along the San Marcos River in Caldwell, Gonzales, Guadalupe, and Hays counties. In Hays County, the flood hazard study includes areas along the Blanco and San Marcos Rivers, and many tributaries as well as Onion Creek, Barton Creek, Bear Creek and their tributaries. Property owners are encouraged to view the maps at http://maps.RiskMAP6. com to see the specific areas being remapped and
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Obituary HAYDON Willie Mae Wilson Haydon left the home she had lived in since 1943, and went to her heavenly home to be with her Savior on July 28, 2017. Haydon was born on her grandfather Wilson’s ranch between Dripping Springs and Driftwood, TX, on October 12, 1918 to John William Wilson and Clara Haster Wilson. She grew up and went to school in the Dripping Springs and Driftwood area. She had vivid memories of walking to the Driftwood school and riding to school in Dripping Springs on horseback with her sister, Fannie Rae. She graduated from Dripping Springs High School as salutatorian in 1936. After graduation from high school, she attended beauty school in Austin. On January 1, 1938, Haydon married Alva C. Haydon, a marriage that would last 77 years, until Alva’s death in 2015. Later in 1938, they returned to Dripping Springs where Alva worked in his father’s cotton gin, and Willie Mae opened her beauty shop. Alva opened Central Garage in 1939, and later Willie Mae became the bookkeeper
for many years. Alva and Willie Mae were blessed with two sons, Charlie and Robert. Willie Mae was always an active person with a heart for service. During WWII, while her husband was away serving in the navy, Willie Mae opened her home to teachers needing a place to live. She was a 75-plus year member of the Dripping Springs Eastern Star #860, and was the last surviving charter member. She was a member of Dripping Springs First Baptist Church for over 85 years, having been baptized at the age of 12 in the cool waters of Onion Creek at Camp Ben McCulloch. She loved serving her Lord through teaching Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, serving as church clerk for many years, and loved singing alto in the church choir and Gospelaire Quartet. Willie Mae served in the local PTA, was a charter member of the General Ben McCulloch United Daughters of the Confederacy, and volunteered for many years at the Senior Citizen’s Thrift Store. She was a talented lady and gracious hostess. Willie Mae enjoyed gardening, handwork, painting, and was an excellent seamstress and cook. Friends were always welcome at their home for a game of 42, 84, Canasta, or Skip-Bo. She and Alva traveled
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Hays County Vaccination Celebration
The Hays County Local Health Department and Live Oak Health Partners Community Clinic are holding a week-long vaccination fair Aug. 7-11 for all children 18 years and younger who need vaccinations. The vaccines will be free for children who qualify. On Monday, Aug. 7, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. there will be free games, prizes and free food as well as a firetruck and SWAT vehicle at Anita Reye Park next to the clinic at 401 E. Broadway St., San Marcos. Vaccinations will be available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 7-11 at the clinic.
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The Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group will meet on Thursday, Aug. 3 at 1 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church Library, 956 FM 2325 in Wimberley. If you or someone you know is caring for a loved one with dementia, please consider joining us. Our goal is to assist caregivers as they travel through this care-giving journey. For more information, contact Linda Germain, a volunteer for Alzheimer’s Texas, at (512) 924-3661.
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extensively with their travel trailer club up until their 90s. Willie Mae was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Allene Breed, and Fannie Rae Bryant, brother J. W. Wilson, and husband Alva Haydon. She is survived by sons Charles W. Haydon and wife Sherry of Dripping Springs, and Dr. Robert L. Haydon and wife Martha of Brenham; grandchildren Kerri Haydon Hamilton (Vance), Laura Haydon Russell (John), Chad Haydon (Laura), Lea Anne Haydon Schroeder (Brad), Jason Haydon (Kelly), twelve greatgrandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and numerous friends. The family would like to express their deep appreciation for the wonderful caregivers who lovingly cared for Willie Mae. Thank you to Kay Meinen, Mary Rasbury, Mimi Garcia, Ashley Arredondo, Bersha McIntyre, Fran Burns, Jessica
DeLeon, Sara DeLeon, and granddaughter Laura Russell. Special thank you to Friends Foundation Volunteers Dr. and Mrs. Bill Goodman, and Anna Voges, who became dear friends, and to Blue Bonnet Palliative Care who provided excellent care and support. Pallbearers are Chad Haydon, Jason Haydon, Vance Hamilton, John Russell, Brad Schroeder, Barry Haydon, and Haydon Russell. Visitation was held Tuesday, Aug. 1 at First Baptist Church, Dripping Springs. The service for Willie Mae was held Wednesday, Aug. 2 at First Baptist Church Dripping Springs with Dr. David Smith officiating. Interment will be at Phillips Cemetery in Dripping Springs. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the Building Fund of First Baptist Church Dripping Springs, 203 W. Hwy 290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620.
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Flood Map Meetings
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has released preliminary flood insurance rate maps for public review and comment and will hold open house meetings on proposed changes. Meetings will be held from 2-7 p.m. on Aug. 22 at the Wimberley Community Center, 14068 RR 12, and from 2-7 p.m. on Aug. 24 at the San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins Street. There will be no formal presentation. Property owners are encouraged to view the maps at maps. riskmap6.com to see the specific areas being remapped and how they may be affected.
Wimberley Market Days
Come on out to Wimberley Market Days Saturday August 5 from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. rain or shine. Listen to live music on three stages from 11:00 a.m. through 2:00 p.m. This free event is located at Lions Field on RR 2325 Wimberley with ample parking in three lots. For more information see the Market Days web site at www. shopmarketdays.com or follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ wimberleymarketdays. Do you know a free event to be included in Lagniappe? Send an email to christine@haysfreepress. com.
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treatment as soon as next week. It’s unknown at this time how advanced Cobb’s leukemia diagnosis is. On the dais, an emotional Cobb thanked Hays County residents for their cards and letters of concern and their extension of prayers. “I’m a fighter. This is a very aggressive disease, and I will treat it aggressively,” Cobb said. “I will be out for a while, but my heart and my mind will be with Hays County.” According to a Hays County press release, Cobb would be absent for an indefinite period of time as he starts his treatment. Hays County Pct. 1 Commissioner Debbie Ingalsbe, who is the most senior member on the Commissioners Court, will conduct court activities in Cobb’s absence. While Cobb is not physically at the Hays County
courthouse, he is expecting he will watch court proceedings online, but will not take part, said Laureen Chernow, Hays County communications manager. Cobb said he also plans to communicate electronically with staff and elected officials during his absence. “This came upon at a time when so many things are happening, but I leave you in good hands. I am proud to know I have the best commissioners court in the State of Texas,” Cobb said. “These people are capable, they’re smart and they have the heart of the county.” Cobb, who once was the Chief Medical Surgeon at Central Texas Medical Center in San Marcos, is currently serving his second term as Hays County Judge. Cobb, who was first elected in 2010, was reelected in November 2014.
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Dripping Springs freshman earns national honors for photography STAFF REPORT
Drew Wilson, who will be a freshman at Dripping Springs High School this fall, received honorable mention honors at the 2017 National PTA Reflections competition. He was honored for
his photo, “Choosing My Colors.” Wilson’s entry moved on to the national level after receiving an Award of Excellence at the state competition. Wilson had the distinctive honor of having two of his entries advancing to the state level. The other was
artwork titled “My Life Underwater.” Wilson is the son of Nikki Loftin and Dave Wilson. Wilson’s piece was one of two DSISD entries that qualified for the national competition; James Bartling’s musical composition titled
“My Story” also made a showing. In addition, this marks the second time in two years a Dripping Springs student was recognized at the national level. Last year, Miranda McShan earned the same honors for her photography work.
how they may be affected. These new flood maps will show residents and business owners how their flood risks may have changed and help them make more informed decisions about buying flood insurance. Community leaders use these new flood maps to make decisions about future building and development. Everyone is encouraged to know their flood risk. On Aug. 22, Hays County will host an open house at the Wimberley Community Center for the proposed maps from 2-7 p.m. Attendees will have access to the online, interactive maps during the Open House. They will also have the op-
portunity to ask representatives from the State, County, City of Dripping Springs, as well as FEMA and their mapping partners, any floodplain and flood insurance questions. The proposed maps are an update of the existing FIRM, which uses data that is over 30 years old. Since then, drainage patterns have changed, there has been new development, and technology and modeling techniques have greatly improved. As a result of these map changes, some buildings in Hays County may, for the first time, be included in a high-risk flood zone, known as the Special Flood Hazard Area.
Sports Dripping Springs 2017 season schedules Volleyball Aug. 7
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6 p.m.
Aug. 10-12
Pearland Tournament
Aug. 14
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6 p.m.
Aug. 15
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Oct. 20
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6:30 p.m.
Oct. 24
vs. Seguin
6:30 p.m.
Football
PHOTO BY MOSES LEOS III
A Dripping Springs Tiger ball carrier powers his way through a New Braunfels Unicorn defender in an August 2016 scrimmage. The Tiger football team looks ahead to the start of the 2017 season next month, while the Lady Tigers volleyball team will begin play this week. This will be the first season the Tigers will use the newly-built Tiger Stadium.
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Sept. 1
vs. Bastrop
7:30 p.m.
Sept. 8
@ Vista Ridge
7:30 p.m.
Sept. 15
@ Hays
7:30 p.m.
Sept. 22
vs. Tivy
7:30 p.m.
Sept. 29
@ Seguin
7:30 p.m.
Oct. 13
vs. Lockhart
7:30p.m.
Oct. 20
vs. Boerne Champion 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 27
@ Alamo Heights
7:30 p.m.
Nov. 3
vs. Medina Valley
7:30 p.m.
Nov. 10
@ Marble Falls
7:30 p.m.
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