Posted by admin | Mar 27, 2020 | Community Resilience News and Resources, News
As the country reacts to a global pandemic, we know that finding regionally appropriate and accurate news sources is a priority for our readers. Our local newspapers are working overtime to make sure we have all the coverage we need during this strange time. Now is...
Posted by admin | Mar 27, 2020 | Community Resilience News and Resources, Director's Notes, Land Conservation and Stewardship, Legislature and Regulation, News, Planning and Development, Scenic Beauty, Water Resources
Dear Hill Country Neighbors, It’s hard to start a letter addressing the unprecedented reality we find ourselves in. The Covid-19 outbreak has shown us just how critical our Hill Country community is to the work of the Hill Country Alliance. There is no replacement for...
Posted by admin | Mar 25, 2020 | Drought, Groundwater Resources, News, Scenic Beauty, Water Catchment Areas (Watershed), Water Conservation, Water Planning, Water Resources
On March 5, 2020, the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District Board of Directors passed a new rule—Rule 15, Jacob’s Well Groundwater Management Zone—to better protect water resources and springflow during drought. This action comes in response to community...
Posted by admin | Mar 25, 2020 | Land Conservation and Stewardship, Native Landscapes, News, Scenic Beauty, Wildlife
The Texas Hill Country is a unique region of pristine springs, sprawling landscapes, diverse wildlife, star-filled skies, multi-generational land stewards, historic towns, and hidden oases. With a rapidly growing population and increasing development coming into the...
Posted by admin | Mar 24, 2020 | Land Conservation and Stewardship, Land Stewardship, Local, Sustainable Agriculture, News
COVID-19 might have much of the world social distancing, but agricultural crops still must be planted, and producers still have regulations to follow. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is ready to help the process. Agricultural producers needing auxin training...
