The cassowary is a living dinosaur. It is the third largest bird on the planet, can run upwards of 30 mph, and carries dagger- like five-inch claws. The species has a dorsal fin like protrusion upon the top of the head called a casque and their “face” and neck are vibrant blue and red. They are othe...

The Heritage Lady Eagles varsity girls’ basketball team went 1-1 last week in district basketball action. Heritage opened up district play with a 44-40 win over San Marcos Academy on Tuesday, Jan. 6. Keely Schumann led Heritage in scoring with a total of 11 points. Jojo Jons and Georgia Tucker added...

The Russian Rock Cookie recipe submitted to Kerrville’s Wesley-Philathea Class Recipes by Mrs. Gus Schreiner caught my attention for reasons that had little to do with cookies. Mrs. Schreiner was the former Hulda Rummel, whose family arrived in Texas with Prince Carl of Solms-Braunfels’ settlers in ...

Texas State University J.T. Hallford, of Fredericksburg, was named to the Texas State University President’s List for the fall semester. The President...

The Nebgen School will hold an Open House on Saturday, Jan. 31 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the schoolhouse, 1718 N. Grape Creek Road, Fredericksburg. The s...

The inaugural Alumni Hall of Honor induction ceremony recognizing seven individuals who exemplify the Battlin’ Billie legacy of excellence and service...