Poisonous plants to avoid around the house
Homeowners must consider various factors when choosing plants to display in and around their homes. That’s because, despite their beauty, various plants are toxic to humans and animals.
Homeowners must consider various factors when choosing plants to display in and around their homes. That’s because, despite their beauty, various plants are toxic to humans and animals.
A familiar restaurant name in San Marcos has reappeared.
Maroni’s Pizza Kitchen, which was once located on the Downtown Square, has reopened shop at Tanger Outlets.
Q.A. What are the words to “Auld Lang Syne” and what does it mean?
Well, well, well — a new year is officially upon us. Hope you are not hungover from too much partying and that you are off to a superb 2023.
January’s Yard of the Month on Los Santos Drive is filled with drought-resistant plants and a minimal lawn.
Photos by Sharon Lockett
Plantings near the entry include native purple verbena and tall fronds of purple muhly as well as knock-out roses for allseason
color.
Bell-Metereau landscape showcases native plants
The pristine, white backdrop of a snowy winter day can be a wonder to behold. While fresh snow on the ground can make for awe-inspiring landscapes, the absence of greenery amid the starkness of winter poses challenges for animals that do not ride out winter in a state of hibernation.
Members, volunteers, donors, friends and staff of the Price Center gathered on the evening of Dec. 12 to celebrate 20 years of serving the greater San Marcos community. The anniversary marked the exact day in 2002 when the city of San Marcos granted the Greater San Marcos Area Seniors Association (GSMASA), the operators of the Price Center, a Certificate of Occupancy to begin serving the public. Since then, the Price Center has become a hub for many of the community’s ongoing arts and cultural activities as well as private and public celebrations in downtown San Marcos.
In the final edition of 2022, we look back on some of our favorite spots we visited for Foodie Friday this year.
Kelvon Hansen of AKYA AVEDA Concept Salon brings out his collection of nutcrackers every Christmas.
Photos by Celeste Cook
Traditional nutcrackers of various sizes and colors adorn the shelves at the salon coowned by Hanson and Neil Ely. Each one represents a unique piece of Hansen’s history as he has collected these nutcrackers over the last 42 years.
Local salon owner brings joy with unique collection
Upon the arrival of cold weather, people tend to move indoors and limit their time spent in the elements. For those who live in places where there are restrictions placed on indoor entertaining and gatherings, it may be challenging to find ways to spend time safely together as temperatures drop.
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