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Elgin ISD students will begin classes—albeit virtually—on August 24, with a return to campus scheduled for September 21.
Read moreBastrop County officials have released an order with guidelines and restrictions for the safe reopening this fall of schools within the county.
Read moreDuring these difficult times in the midst of the changes and hardships brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, local mental health experts want to emphasize that “it’s okay to not be okay.”
Read moreOn Tuesday evening, Dr. Desmar Walkes, the health authority for Bastrop County, and County Judge Paul Pape released an order that outlines guidelines and restrictions for county schools.
Read moreFour more deaths in the Elgin area last week have been attributed to COVID-19.
Read moreAlthough the uncertainty of the future of the COVID-19 pandemic has made it impossible for the annual Hogeye Festival to be held in person this fall, the Main Street Board plans to maintain the spirit of the festival by continuing to promote and s
Read moreAlthough the COVID-19 pandemic has caused the cancellation of the McDade Watermelon Festival, that isn't stopping McDade growers from showing off their gigantic creations.
Read moreDuring this year’s primary runoff and special election, Bastrop County produced high voter turnout compared to past similar races in the midst of this unusual time for an election.
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