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New mother refuses to let her grandma hold the baby

Fri, 04/12/2024 - 12:00am

DEAR ABBY: My oldest daughter, “Kate,” is 22. Her baby is now 6 months old. She is the first grandchild and great-grandchild. Kate refuses to allow my mom to hold her baby. My mom has held the baby a couple of times, but my daughter immediately swooped in and took the baby from her. During the last family gathering, Kate wouldn’t let me hold the baby either, because she said I might let my mom hold the baby.

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Lemuel Bradshaw, United Tissue Resources communications director, accepts the proclamation from Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra and the Hays County Commissioners Court naming April as National Donate Life Month in Hays County.
Photo courtesy of Hays County

Hays County organ, eye and tissue donors up 7% from last year

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:00am

Sometimes lives can be cut short prematurely, and priceless organs and tissues can be donated to people who really need them, ensuring that something positive comes out of a tragedy. The Hays County Commissioners Court recognized this by proclaiming April 2023 as National Donate Life Month in Hays County. The county urges all residents to consider becoming donors.

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Photo courtesy of Austin Pets Alive!

Photos courtesy of Austin Pets Alive!

Over 250 served at first food distribution for people and pets

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:00am

Central Texas Food Bank and Hays County Pet Resource Center team up for program

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The city of San Marcos had its Spring Native Plant Sale and Sustainability Fair at the Discovery Center on April 6. There will be an additional plant sale opportunity April 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., according to the city’s website. The plant sale offered a variety of native and adapted plants, including perennials, grasses, shrubs, trees, and organic vegetables and herbs. Knowledgeable staff were available to assist with plant questions. Local organizations were onsite for the Sustainability Fair to discuss environmental efforts and how you can get involved in sustainability initiatives. There was also tunes by Chief and The-DoomsdayDevice. Top, the Native Plant sale was buzzing with community members. Bottom left, Jordan Washburn and Amy Thomaides of the city of San Marcos' Resource Recovery Center tell Discovery Center Plant sale goers about upcoming river cleanups. Bottom right, Eric Beckers of The Hill Country Native Plant Society educates the public on native plants and their benefits.
Daily Record photos by Shannon West

NATIVE PLANTS

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:00am

Spring Native Plant Sale and Sustainability Fair

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Spouse endures second loss after wife’s passing

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:00am

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The city of San Marcos is hosting the 6th annual Summer Fan Drive to help residents who need some assistance staying cool through the summer. Last year they received 118 fans.
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City accepting donations for 6th annual Summer Fan Drive

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:00am

The city of San Marcos is partnering with Salvation Army San Marcos to accept donations benefiting members of our community that do not have or cannot afford air conditioning.

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A new Texas law allows schools to hire chaplains as counselors. So far, one school has opted into the program.

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:00am

Last year, Texas passed a law allowing school districts to recruit chaplains using school safety funds. So far, only one school has employed a full-time religious mentor to counsel students, according to staffing data from the Texas Education Agency.

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Higher gas and rents keep US inflation elevated, likely delaying Fed rate cuts

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:00am

Consumer inflation remained persistently high last month, boosted by gas, rents, auto insurance and other items, the government said Wednesday in a report that will likely give pause to the Federal Reserve as it considers how often — or even whether — to cut interest rates this year.

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ECONOMIST: The Short-Term Outlook for the US Economy

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:00am

The US economy continues to defy the expectations of many, gaining jobs at a surprising pace given the challenges that seem to pop up constantly. Barring a major setback, we should see the expansionary pattern continue (possibly with some bumps along the way). Here’s a brief look at my latest projections for the US economy and factors affecting likely performance.

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Top, Art Squared has been held downtown in San Marcos for 12 years. Above, Market Director, Karly Schlievert with artist Rebekah Porter presenting the 2023 Art Squared tote bags designed by Rebekah Porter at Art Squared in 2023
Photos courtesy of San Marcos Art League

Artist and Art League Member Ron Page of Heights Art Glass with some of his creations at Art Squared 2022 on the Court House Lawn.
Photos courtesy of San Marcos Art League