The Hays County Commissioners court honored a family that was pivotal in the development of Dripping Springs and provided so many valuable resources to the town by opening their property to it. The court proclaimed Dec. 8, 2023 as the Pound House Farmstead Day.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]
The Texas Historical Commission awarded Hofmann’s Supply with the Texas Treasure Business Award, an honor which has only been given to two other businesses in the community and is reserved for businesses over 50 years old. The award was presented by Mayor Jane Hughson and the San Marcos Chamber of Commerce.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos
The window to submit a historical marker application to the Texas Historical Commission is currently open. Between now and May 15, local individuals or groups can apply. Each year, the Hays County Historical Commission works with those wishing to apply for a historical marker from the THC.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]
Deborah Brewer In loving memory of Deborah Brewer (nee Amelia Deborah Hibberd), born 30 07 1925, died 16 01 2021 aged 95 years, peacefully at the Florence Nightingale Hospice in Stoke Mandeville. Dearly beloved wife, mum and grandma and former teacher at Downley school. She was a long term resident and lover of the village, and a great contributor to community life. The funeral will be held at the Woodlands burial site in Seer Green on 26 02 2021 at 1 pm. If you would like to attend, please contact the family as numbers are of necessity limited at the moment. If you would like to pay your respects Deborah s last journey will take place on Friday 26 2, leaving David Silvey funeral directors, Westbourne Street at 12 noon, up the Pastures to Downley village, going along Plomer Green Avenue, up Grays Lane and along Commonside, then along Littleworth Road and on to the burial site. Family flowers only please, but donations to Florence Nightingale Hospice or CARE girls education charity