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Hill Country Dark Sky Conference Shines Light on Night Sky Preservation

by Jennifer Berrong | Jun 3, 2025 | Night Skies, Press Release

“Our skies are not just a backdrop; they are part of our heritage, our science, and our spirit,” said Mayor Candy Cargill of Blanco, who welcomed participants at the conference’s opening. “They inspire artists, guide farmers, and spark curiosity in the hearts of...

Hill Country Alliance annual photo contest starts May 1st

by Jennifer Berrong | Apr 30, 2025 | Photo Contest, Press Release

Love spring in the Hill Country? You’re not alone. According to a recent KXAN article, Texas parks in the Hill Country region host around 650,000 visitors on average during the springtime. According to Texas Parks and Wildlife data, Garner State Park alone has...

County leaders meet in Austin to discuss potential state legislation impacting Hill Country communities

by Jennifer Berrong | Mar 28, 2025 | Communities, Events, Press Release

Despite recent rains bringing welcome relief to parched soil and dry creek beds, Hill Country leaders remain focused on the region’s numerous water challenges. On March 26, 2025, more than 40 County officials and staff representing seven counties across the Hill...

Developers, nonprofits, agency staff gather to discuss water-wise growth in the Hill Country

by Jennifer Berrong | Feb 28, 2025 | Events, Press Release, Water

More than 90 nonprofit staff, developers, engineers, architects, and government officials came together in Wimberley on Wednesday to discuss the future of water-resilient development in an increasingly water-constrained region of the Texas Hill Country. The event took...

Hill Country Alliance announces first-ever Night Sky Preservation Fund awardees

by Jennifer Berrong | Jan 14, 2025 | Night Skies, Press Release

On January 14th, the Hill Country Alliance (HCA) announced the first-ever recipients of its Night Sky Preservation Fund. The selected projects vary across six counties and together will improve regional night sky quality by improving outdoor lighting, educating...
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