Nov. 17, 2016 News-Dispatch

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Thursday, November 17, 2016

Voters approve $237M for road, safety bonds

BY SAMANTHA SMITH AND MOSES LEOS III

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PROPS 1 & 2 PASS As Americans were glued to last week’s stunning presidential election results, those in Hays County gave the green light for a pair of bond propositions that total $237 million.

According to unofficial, final results on the Hays County website, Proposition 2, which called for $131 million in road improvements across the county, was approved by over 37,000 of the 73,348 Hays

County residents who cast ballots in the election.

Proposition 1, a $106 million initiative that called for a new 911 center and improvements to the Hays County Jail, was approved by a slim 1,447 vote margin.

CUTLER RE-ELECTED SHERIFF In the race for Hays County Sheriff, incumbent Gary Cutler won his reelection bid over challenger Rodrigo Amaya by a 13.1 percent margin.

Cutler, who has served as Hays County Sheriff for the last six years, held a substantial lead after early voting results and

won with 57 percent of the vote.

Amaya finished by gathering 43 percent of voters.

While the incumbent was victorious in the Hays County sheriff race, a changing of the guard is forthcoming for the Hays County Pct. 2 Constable seat.

TORRES BEATS KOHLER Challenger Michael Torres Tuesday upset longtime Pct. 2 Constable James Kohler by 101 votes. Torres, who earned 50.36 percent of the vote, defeated Kohler, who has served as the Pct. 2 Constable for the past 38 years.

LOCAL VOTING RESULTS

% Votes

57

39,393

For 51 32,235 Against 49 30,788

43

30,305

Proposition 2

Sheriff

Gary Cutler (R) Rodrigo Amaya (D)

Constable, Pct. 2 Michael Torres (D) James H. Kohler (R)

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49.6

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Proposition 1

For 59 37,602 Against 41 25,640

Hays County ESD 9

For 54 8,069 Against 46 6,854

DWI Death

Arson leads to 12-year verdict

BY SAMANTHA SMITH

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Buda realtor to stand trial in 2017

BY SAMANTHA SMITH

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A prominent Buda realtor indicted on intoxication manslaughter and murder charges could face trial early next year.

Jason Tarr, who was indicted on a second-deTARR gree manslaughter and a first-degree murder charge in the death of Nancy Sterling-Dalton, could have his case go to trial in January, Hays County District Attorney Wes Mau said.

Mau said the move comes after a pre-trial hearing on the case that was scheduled for this past Monday was postponed indefinitely.

The pre-trial hearing was scheduled due to a motion of suppression filed by Tarr’s defense, Mau said. The motion was meant to suppress information related to the results of Tarr’s blood alcohol content level at the time of the incident.

The defense filed for a continuance for the Mon-

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PHOTOS BY SAMANTHA SMITH

Above, Richard Beggs shows examples of signs that he “doesn’t want to city to have to post” to the TCEQ and Dripping Springs councilmembers and staff. Below, a student laments missing Tiger football’s opening playoff game.

Debate rages over discharge permit

BY SAMANTHA SMITH

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Debate raged during a public meeting at Dripping Springs Ranch Park Nov. 10 over the city of Dripping Springs’ proposed discharge permit application to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

The meeting, requested by Texas State Representative Jason Isaac, gave residents the chance to address concerns about wastewater discharge potentially polluting Onion Creek as a result of the city’s draft permit. The permit would allow the city to discharge close to one million gallons of treated effluent into Walnut Springs, which is a tributary of Onion Creek.

TCEQ staff, as well as Andy Barrett, Dripping Springs city attorney who spoke on behalf of the city, addressed residents’ questions.

The public forum was moderated by Brad Paterson, by a member of TCEQ staff, who worked in the office of the Chief Clerk for TCEQ. “We feel bad that people are concerned about this,” Barret said.

Barrett explained to residents before the question/ answer segment of the meeting that there are many options for cities when it comes to wastewater permits, but a discharge permit through TCEQ would be more “flexible” for the city.

Barrett said the city is currently on a drip irrigation

A Hays County jury sentenced a Wimberley man to 12 years in prison after he was found guilty of intentionally setting a San Marcos home on fire in 2015.

Ralph Colton Olle, 20, was convicted OLLE of first-degree arson by a Hays County Jury, said Hays County District Attorney Wes Mau.

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Settling anxiety County officials prepare for emergencies with a smile

BY MOSES LEOS III

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system in Dripping Springs, which is not a great system for the area due to the soil consistency.

Barrett said from the beginning of the application process a few years ago, the city has intended to use the bulk of the effluent water for beneficial reuse instead of discharging 995,000 gallons into Onion Creek daily.

“We really believe we are going to be reusing most of the water most of the time,” Barrett said.

Paterson reminded everyone that the meeting was an

open public forum in which no decisions regarding the acceptance or denial of the discharge permit application were going to be made.

One question posed by Barton Springs Edwards Aquifer board of directors president Blayne Stansberry extended to the possibility to abate the application process if compelling evidence was found proving discharging into Onion Creek would cause negative effects prompted acceptable responses.

A line of cars waits in queue in the Lehman High parking lot as a Hays County Health Department volunteer hands out a pack of Skittles to a first responder.

Today, the bag of candy represents Amoxicillin or another antibiotic.

Tomorrow, it could be the real thing.

Such was the drill performed Nov. 2 by Hays County Emergency Management during a point of distribution exercise at Lehman High in Kyle.

“Our primary goal is to ensure we can give either the medication or supplies in the quickest amount of time to the citizens of the county (during an emergency),” Mike Jones, Hays County Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, said.

Jones said similar drills performed by the county provide vital practice for volunteers and respond-

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EMERGENCIES, 8

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A tale of wine and ale

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Thursday, November 17, 2016

Wimberley Players seek alcohol sales on premises

BY JONATHAN GONZALEZ news@haysfreepress.com

An ordinance passed by the Wimberley City Council earlier this month could open the door for the Wimberley Players theater group to permit alcohol sales at events and activities at the venue.

“It’s been in the conversation for the players for a long time,” said David Bisset, president of the Wimberley Players. “It’s hard to follow the rules for TABC with an organization like ours because we’re not trying to to be a bar, or sell hard liquor, so we had to go through the city for help.”

The reason for the ordinance was to bypass zoning restrictions the Players’ facility is located on. The zoning, Participant Recreation - High Impact (PR2) zoning restrictions, previously didn’t allow for alcohol sales on premises.

With the passage of the ordinance, the players will be able to apply with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) for a conditional permit.

Council’s ordinance would allow limited duration alcohol sales on premises up to one hour before and after an event.

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A group of people enjoy an array of treats and snacks during an event at the Wimberley Playhouse, which is home to the Wimberley Players. Earlier this month, the Wimberley City Council approved an ordinance that gives the Players a chance to apply for a permit to sell beer and wine at specific times at plays and events.

“We’re a conservative organization when it comes to stretching the rules, but we’ve been asking the community to support us for 37 years ... It’s a burden that we’ve been seeking to take away...”

“They reached out with interest in being able to sell beer and wine during intermissions and events and activities.” said Don Ferguson, Wimberley city administrator, as he presented the item to the council. “And right now, with the way they’re zoned, there’s not that opportunity for them to do that, unless they established a sit-down restaurant.”

Bisset said the Players have run primarily off of donations, fundraisers,

– David Bisset, President of the Wimberley Players

The ordinance also includes a provision that prohibits alcohol sales

made by the Players at events to exceed 75 percent of its revenue.

memberships and gifts for over 37 years. It’s something that’s worked for the organization, as tickets sales from events provide a limited source of income.

“We’re a conservative organization when it comes to stretching the rules, but we’ve been asking the community to support us for 37 years.”

Bisset said. “It’s a burden that we’ve been seeking to take away by bringing in concessions of beer and wine that would allow us to make a few extra dollars to help support us. Hopefully, it would attract adult patrons to come enjoy a show as well, knowing they can grab a beer.”

The Wimberley Players, however, have two large steps to climb toward possibly selling beer and wine.

The organization must apply for a conditional use permit (CUP) from the city to allow them to sell alcohol at events. The Players must acquire a license from TABC for the intended beer and wines sales.

“We have no control over their calendars, so we’ll have to leave this in the hands of the city and TABC to approve our applications. If we’re being optimistic, this is something we could see happening early next year, or spring.” said Bisset.

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Tarr

Discharge

Continued from pg. 1 day hearing based on an inability to contact a key witness.

However, due to Judge Jack Robison’s frustration of the duration of the case, Mau said he would not grant any more continuances.

“The next time this case appears on the court docket, it will be set for a jury trial,” Mau said.

Due to the upcoming holiday season, Mau said jury trials are not usually

Continued from pg. 1 scheduled after the first or second week in December.

Tarr, who was indicted in 2015 by a Hays County Grand Jury, is accused of driving drunk and crashing his truck head-on into a 2006 Chrysler Sebring operated by Sterling on Sept. 29, 2014 on FM 1626 near Lakewood Drive.

An indictment is not a finding of guilt, but is a formal accusation that suggests enough evidence exists to warrant a trial.

Olle

Continued from pg. 1 But Mau said Olle’s defense filed a motion of severance to separate felony arson and capital murder charges that were filed against him. The move was done in order for Olle to avoid being found guilty for the two crimes based on sufficient evidence from one, Mau said.

Olle, who was arrested in June, was indicted on charges of first-degree arson and attempted capital murder stemming from an incident that occurred in 2015 when Olle and two accomplices set fire to a home on the 1000 block of

Sagewood in San Marcos.

According to authorites, Olle and the two others barred the only exits for the two people inside, who escaped from the fire.

Mau said Olle faced a jury trial for the Arson charge.

Mau was unsure if the county is planning on prosecuting Olle for the capital murder charge, but said he thinks it’s unlikely since the facts of the case are the same as the Arson case.

“I’m not sure this case will ever go to trial again,” Mau said.

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Rick Braun, Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District (HTGCD) board president, wanted to know if the draft permit could be changed based on environmental concerns and wanted copies of documents from TCEQ. “There is still the possibility we can change the draft permit,” TCEQ staff answered.

Sixty-five people signed up to speak in the public comment portion of the meeting.

Through the varied comments, a single unanimous theme rose to the ears of the TCEQ and city of Dripping Springs. Many residents held concerns of the potential for biochemical pollutants in drinking and recreation water as a result of the city discharging treated effluent into Onion Creek.

Rich Beggs, president of Protect our Water, held signs during his comment that warned people to not drink, wash or prepare food with water from a well.

PHOTO BY SAMANTHA SMITH

Two women at last week’s meeting concerning the city of Dripping Springs’ proposed TCEQ discharge permit show signs in opposition of the permit.

One solution presented by a public commenter was for TCEQ to perform a radioactive dye test to determine the path of the discharged water by tracking the dye from the source of the discharge.

Beggs said he had hoped the city would not have to place similar signs as a result of the permit.

“We want growth in the community, but not at the risk of human health,” one person said.

One solution presented by a public commenter was for

TCEQ to perform a radioactive dye test to determine the path of the discharged water by tracking the dye from the source of the discharge.

No decisions have been made at this point as the draft permit application is still being reviewed by TCEQ.

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Obituary HAYDON Charlie Neal (Buck) Haydon, 87, born in Dripping Springs, Texas on April 28, 1929 to Charlie C. and Beulah Crumley Haydon, went to be with his Lord and Savior on November 12, 2016.

Buck attended school in Dripping Springs and graduated in 1947. In 1948 he joined the Army and went to basic training in Ft. Ord, California. He married Betty Lee Butler on July 24, 1950 in Dripping Springs. Later they moved to Ft. Benning, Georgia where he went to jump school for Paratrooper training. Soon afterward he was transferred to Ft. Bragg, North Carolina to the 82nd Airborne Unit. While the Korean War was raging, he was on alert for the All American 325th Airborne Infantry to go to Korea.

In January 1953, he had a break in service. The family returned to Dripping Springs and he began to work for his brother, Alva, as a mechanic at Central Garage. In 1955, he reenlisted in the Army Reserve as Platoon Sergeant. In 1963, he began working for the Civil Service at AMSA Army Reserve Center in Austin and later became Shop Foreman. In 1966 he had the honor of being Master of the Rambo Masonic Lodge 426.

After 38 years of service, he retired from the Army Reserve in 1989 as Chief Warrant Officer 4. Then in 1993, he retired from the Civil Service. Buck and Betty enjoyed traveling, including cruises, mission trips and visiting various

states.

Buck was a long time member of the First Baptist Church of Dripping Springs where he was ordained as a deacon on June 1, 1969. He helped establish Hill Country Care and Senior Citizen Center in Dripping Springs. He was also involved in Helping Hands and Phillips Cemetery Association.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Betty, his parents, brother Alva Haydon, and sisters Ottie Mixon, Mildred McGregor, Loudeen Dobie and Nancy Foster.

He is survived by his sister Nina Conn of Austin, daughters Connie Brown and husband Buster, Cathy Tomerlin and husband Gary of Dripping Springs, and son Barry Haydon and wife Kathie of Austin; grandchildren Julie Gunter and husband Chris of Marble Falls, Sarah Tomerlin of Dallas, and Carter Neal Haydon of Austin; great-granddaughters Taylor and Kara Gunter of Marble Falls, grandson Michael Brown and wife Krissy of Riverside, Missouri and great-grandsons Jacob and Devon Brown of Ormond Beach, Florida.

The family received friends Tuesday, November 15, 2016, at the First Baptist Church Dripping Springs. Services were Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016 also at the church. Burial will follow in Phillips Cemetery, Dripping Springs.

The family would like to thank the staff at Hill Country Care for their loving care of Daddy.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church Building Fund and Phillips Cemetery Association.

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Mystery Writers panel

On Thursday, Nov. 17 from noon - 1 p.m., join V.P. Chandler at the Wimberley Village Library for a panel discussion with Austin Mystery Writers.

They will discuss their award-winning anthology, “Murder on Wheels,” and answer any questions you may have about critique groups, collaborating on an anthology, and National Novel Writing Month. Find out more at www.austinmysterywriters.com.

Lisa Avery at Wimberly library

The public is invited to join local author Lisa Avery at the Wimberley Village Library, Nov. 30 at 6:30 p.m., as she reads from her book of poetry, “Beautifully Naked. At Last,” which explores her powerful journey shifting fear to freedom. Her accessible yet challenging and hopeful words convey, through her journey, that all things are possible.

Books will be available for sell and signing following the reading. Contact the author at www.lisaaveryexpressions.com.

Nar Anon Family Group

Dripping Springs Nar Anon Family Group will meet beginning Dec. 6, at the DS United Methodist Church on Ranch Road 12 in the annex building behind the church every Tuesday from 6-7 p.m.

All newcomers are welcome. www.nar-anon. org.

Road closures MIGHTY TIGER TRAIL

Mighty Tiger Trail between U.S. 290 and Benney Lane will temporarily close Nov. 21-22. This is to allow the City to make striping modifications to relieve congestion and improve traffic flow.

Traffic delays should be minimal as school will not be in session because of Thanksgiving break.

Businesses on Benney Lane can be accessed from Sportsplex Road.

Please exercise caution when driving through this area when construction is underway.

EAST MERCER STREET Inclement weather has delayed waterline installation across east Mercer Street to Nov. 20 and 21, according to a city of Dripping Springs press release. The installation, which was to temporarily close east Mercer Street between Ranch Road 12 and U.S. 290 for through traffic Nov. 14 and 15, was moved back due to recent rains.

According to the release, the closure would allow the developer of Texas Heritage Village to install a waterline that stretches from the driveway in front of Homespun, across Mercer Street, to the Dripping Springs Water Supply Corporation driveway that is located at the triangle.

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Sports Tiger XC takes on State

BY MOSES LEOS III

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Bittersweet tears streamed down Dripping Springs senior Alyssa Schroeder’s face as she hugged family and friends following Saturday’s UIL Class 5A girls cross country championship.

With the conclusion of the race, Schroeder, along with senior Sydney Cole, completed the final race of their high school cross country careers.

But Schroeder also recalled the success of a Tiger girls cross country program that completed its third straight trip to state Saturday. For her, reaching state meant passing on many of the team’s traditions to a young group of runners.

“It’s an all new team with a lot of younger members,” Schroeder said. “Only having two seniors on here, we’re leaving our traditions

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Above: Dripping Springs Tiger senior Sydney Cole (2269) strides toward the finish line as three other competitors follow in Saturday’s UIL Class 5A state cross country meet at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock. Right: Members of the Dripping Springs Tiger girls cross country team pose for a photo following compeition at the UIL state meet.

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Tigers stomp Maroons 63-10 in playoff opener

BY MOSES LEOS III

ball.”

Dripping Springs’ offense, led by quarterback Reese Johnson and wide The Dripping Springs receiver Johnny Hoyle, Tigers needed 30 minutes stomped on the gas pedNov. 10 to seize control of al in the first quarter and the program’s first playoff never looked back. game in seven seasons.

Johnson began the A 21-point first quarter onslaught with a 27-yard barrage gave Dripping touchdown run, which Springs the momentum was then followed by necessary to roll past a 9-yard touchdown the Austin pass from Maroons in Johnson a 63-10 rout to Curtis With the win, at House Raymond.

Park.

Cox capped Dripping With off the first Springs the win, quarter Dripping with a advances Springs six-yard advances touchdown to play to play run.

Angleton Angleton ZimSaturday merman Saturday at 2 p.m. at credited Bobcat Stathe Tigers’ at 2 p.m. dium in San fast start Marcos. at Bobcat to a strong But for week of Stadium in Tiger head practice coach to San Marcos. leading Galen Zimthe playoff merman, game. The getting off preparation on the right foot proled the Tiger offense to vided a positive feeling, amass 559 yards of total as many of his current offense. players were in elemen“We had a good week tary and middle school of practice. I believe you the last time Dripping play like you practice,” Springs was in the postZimmerman said. “We season. executed well and (the “To have that experiplayers) were focused all ence and having these week. We did a great job kids work hard, and our of preparation.” seniors, who were so Dripping Springs built close to the playoffs last a 21-0 lead when the year but not being able to first quarter ended at get there, we’re excited,” 8:04 p.m. The Tiger pass Zimmerman said. “It’s attack put the contest out good at this time of the of reach in the second year to play extra footquarter. news@haysfreepress.com

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Dripping Springs Tiger junior point guard Cassie Louthan (right) attempts to lay a shot above the stretched arms of Lake Travis Cavalier forward Aubrey Pickard during a game in the Drip Classic tournament at Tiger Gym.

Lady Tiger hoops eyes progression in 2016

BY LOGAN MCCULLOUGH

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Ever since taking over the Dripping Springs girls basketball program three years ago, Laura Joiner has led the Lady Tigers to a 47-47 mark.

But a major caveat to Dripping Springs’ .500 overall record is how the Lady Tigers’ winning percentage has improved with each season.

That’s why Joiner is excited – very excited, in fact – for a 2016 campaign that shows promise.

“It’s definitely been a building process since I’ve been here,” Joiner said. “But that’s always what you want to see

– progress and improvement from your kids every year.”

Dripping Springs will face a medley of unfamiliar opponents as a result of its alignment in 26-5A this season.

Joiner said her team and the coaching staff are excited to visit new schools, gyms and to face “a whole new fresh air of competition” as a result of realignment.

“We know there are going be some very competitive teams, nothing is going to be easy in this new district,” said Joiner.

“We’re so excited and just look forward to the opportunity to get to play some new ball clubs.”

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Johnson, who threw for 176 passing yards, connected with Hoyle for a trio of highlight reel scores within a five-minute span in the second quarter. The blitz was capped off with a 31-

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Students across DSISD honored veterans with several assemblies and ceremonies on Nov. 11. Attending several ceremonies were members of the VFW Post 2933 and the American Legion Post 290 of Dripping Springs.

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A service provider has been selected to provide equipment and services for the Emergency Service District (ESD) 1.

According to a press release, ESD 1 on Oct. 25 selected the San Marcos Hays County EMS to provide ambulance services over Acadian Ambulance services out of Austin.

In an emailed interview, ESD 1 Board of Commissioners President Walter Krudop said the reasoning behind the board’s decision had nothing to do with the location of the service providers.

“Location of the home base of the provider was not a factor in the decision,” Krudop said.

According to Krudop,

“With these uncertainties and both bids being affordable, the ESD board focused on the performance and operation of the two agencies to differentiate the bids.”

– Walter Krudop, ESD 1 board of commissioners president

three service providers, SMHC EMS, Acadian Ambulance service and North Hays County Fire Rescue in Dripping Springs, applied to become ESD 1’s service provider.

Each bid for the service contract included two ambulances, which had to be operated 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

ESD 1’s service area covers Dripping Springs, Driftwood and Henley.

However, the NHCFR was out of the ESD 1 board’s price range, according to

Krudop.

The difference between the SMHC EMS bid and the Acadian bid came down to specifics such as equipment and location in the service contract.

“With these uncertainties and both bids being affordable, the ESD board focused on the performance and operation of the two agencies to differentiate the bids,” Krudop said in an emailed response.

According to Krudop, the ESD board reviewed each company’s

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advantages and SMHC EMS won out for advantages in clinical capabilities, citizen opinion, transition complexity and workload and flexibility in the future over Acadian’s probability of success and financial stability.

The specifics of the service contract with SMHC EMS have not been negotiated. According to the release, Krudop said the contract was to be reviewed by the board of directors this week.

“The board will now initiate negotiations with SMHC EMS to develop the best level of service within the financial resources of the District.

It is expected that the proposed contract will be ready for the regular board meeting on November 16 for board consideration,” Krudop said in the press release.

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single-season receiving touchdowns record at 12.

“I wasn’t going to run the route, but my coach told me to switch sides (of the field). I ran as fast as I could. I didn’t think I would get there,” Hoyle said. “I guess I got lucky. I didn’t think I was going to catch it.”

Hoyle said the Tigers knew they would see man-to-man coverage in the defensive backfield. He said the team exploited the Maroon coverage and was able to beat their press.

While Zimmerman said he believes in running the ball, the ability to succeed in the pass game was equally important. He said Austin was focused on halting the Tiger run game, which finished with 383 yards.

“When you’re up against someone that’s trying to take that away, you have to have some answers,” Zimmerman said. “Tonight, they wanted to stop our run … it left some people on an island. Credit our wide receivers, and our offensive

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lineman.”

A three-yard touchdown

by Teo Brinckmann gave Dripping Springs a 49-0 hafltime lead.

On the defensive end, Dripping Springs limited Austin to 237 total yards.

Austin High’s lone points were tallied in the second half.

Zimmerman said the

defense had a “great game plan” that led to success.

“Our kids were prepared for what they had to do,” Zimmerman said. “They’re a good football team, but our kids were a half step quicker tonight. They were mentally locked in.”

On the horizon lies an Angleton team that is projected to reach the Class

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with (the younger runners).”

Marisa Parks, Dripping Springs cross country head coach and girls athletic coordinator, said reaching state in 2016 was memorable, based on the adversity the program faced.

Injuries and illness led to the shuffling of a group that reached the state meet in 2015. While the previous two trips to state were special, Parks said the 2016 group, dubbed the “Parks Army,” overcame those issues to reach state.

“The thing that was wonderful was that when one went down with injury or illness, the next one stepped up,” Parks said.

“That’s what you want as a program. That’s what makes it a team sport.”

Reaching state also meant overcoming struggles during competitions as well. Parks said the program received a “wake-up call” following a third place finish at the 26-5A district cross country meet.

She said the program needed that wake-up call, which she believed help produce a second place team finish at the Region IV meet in Corpus Christi.

“These girls had to refocus and realize it wasn’t going to be given and it had to be earned at regionals and the state meet,” Parks said.

While finishing 14th in the team standings wasn’t the finish the Tigers wanted at state, Parks lauded the team’s ability to overcome.

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Dripping Springs senior cross country runner Alyssa Schroeder (right) smiles as she sheds tears and hugs a teammate following the state cross country meet at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock.

Helping matters was familiarity with the course at Old Settlers Park, which the Tigers had run before, Schroeder said. Better course conditions also played a large role.

“It was good knowing beforehand that we had ran (the course),” Schroeder said.

While there will be tweaks and improvements to make for next year, Parks said she also sees how the culture of Tiger cross country continues to pass down.

“We’re family and the culture these kids create and maintain and pass down year-to-year is what creates it,” Parks said.

“The new ones come in and embrace the culture.

That’s what we need going forward.”

“The thing that was wonderful was that when one went down with injury or illness, the next one stepped up ...

That’s what you want as a program.

That’s what makes it a team sport.”

–Marisa Parks, Tiger cross country head coach

5A, Region IV final.

For the Tigers, focusing on their mantra of going 1-0 each week is priority.

“For our kids, it’s celebrating and being 1-0 this week,” Zimmerman said.

“If you’re not 1-0 during this time of the year, you’re packing your pads up. It’s cliché, but you have to live by it right now.”

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Christmas in Comfort

Continued from pg. 4 Joiner said the Tigers have set three goals this season, with the first increasing tempo.

“We want to go more up-tempo, which we haven’t been able to do as much the last couple years, and I think it’s more exciting type of game for our kids to play,” Joiner said. “They seem to enjoy it. They’re having fun applying pressure and going full court.”

The second goal is to win the rebounding battle. Joiner admitted the Tiger team is short this year, so she believes rebounding positioning will play a huge role this season.

The third goal for the Lady Tigers is continuing to play together, Joiner said.

The Tigers have three returning starters and six returning varsity

“This year is a whole new group ... They’re competing but they’re doing it in a very healthy competitive way.”

–Laura Joiner, Lady Tiger head basketball coach

players to go along with seven plyaers from junior varsity. Joiner and her staff are still trying to find the right combinations along with every player’s strengths and weaknesses.

“This year is a whole new group,” said Joiner.

“It’s an interesting and whole new situation because nobody has a set spot, so everybody’s competing every day and everyone’s trying to get better every day. They’re competing but they’re doing it in a very healthy competitive way.”

The Tigers must also

replace the void left by eight seniors. Joiner was confident that a philosophy of “scoring by committee” will benefit her team this season.

“We don’t have that

one player where every other coach is saying, ‘okay we’ve got to stop that one,’ we have several that on any given night that could be our leading scorer,” said Joiner.

“Some from the inside, some from driving, some from the perimeter – I just think we have a lot of weapons that are going to make it hard to scout us because on any given night someone else could step up for us.”

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Facilitating a process that keeps people moving forward during an emergency is the focus.

“If we practice this and refine our skills and abilities and get our volunteers involved, if something happens, it’s not something new,” Jones said. “We’re doing something every year to facilitate taking care of citizens.

The drill also allows volunteers to experience every conceivable variable that could arise during an emergency event. During the Kyle drill, volunteers dealt with the potential of a language barrier.

One official said the county throws different

angles at volunteers to ensure if a situation does happen, they would be prepared and not have to think of what to do “on the fly.”

Jones said the county recently enacted many of its emergency response procedures following the May 2015 flood event.

That included managing resources after the influx of volunteers who arrived in Wimberley to help with cleanup.

“The process works no matter the emergency event,” Jones said.

Ensuring order is kept is paramount for all volunteers, Jones said.

“It settles anxiety. If people see us organized and volunteers with a smile, versus a grim look, the anxiety goes down,” Jones said. “We want them to think it’s another day in Hays County.”

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