Celeste Hollister

Dunbar Heritage Association will host a three-day celebration in honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from Saturday, Jan. 15 to Monday, Jan. 17. The celebration will also recognize the 20th anniversary of the DHA hosting the celebration. Above, San Marcos residents march down the streets of San Marcos during the MLK Celebration in January 2020. Daily Record file photo by Lance Winter

COMMEMORATING MLK DAY: Dunbar Heritage Association set to host three-day celebration

Sun, 01/09/2022 - 5:00am

The Dunbar Heritage Association will host a three-day celebration in honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from Saturday, Jan. 15 to Monday, Jan. 17. The celebration will also recognize the 20th anniversary of DHA hosting the celebration.

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Everett Romano, a.k.a Heavy Mellow, in his element, working in the studio with fellow musician YNGJSH, who produces music for Ariana Grande. Photo by Takeshi Kudo

Heavy Mellow: Former Rattler turned multi-platinum music producer got his start right here

Sun, 01/09/2022 - 5:00am

You may not know Heavy Mellow (yet), but you have definitely heard his music. The multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated music producer has worked with some of the most recognizable names in the music industry today — from Roddy Ricch to the Jonas Brothers, and many more in between.

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Raspberry whiskey sour mash, a key component for Roughhouse’s small-batch sour ale. Photo by Carolina Colantuoni

Roughhouse Brewing to celebrate 3rd anniversary

Sun, 01/02/2022 - 4:00am

Roughhouse Brewing will celebrate its third anniversary on Jan. 15. The brewery will showcase a special small batch raspberry whiskey sour ale. The event will feature live music and live custom screen-printing using limited-edition anniversary artwork.

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Merry Mermaid Market set for this weekend

Photo collage created by Jamie Lynn Shelton

Merry Mermaid Market set for this weekend

Sun, 12/12/2021 - 5:00am

The San Marcos Mermaid Society presents an eclectic holiday shopping experience this weekend from 5 to 7 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. The event will be held inside and around the grounds of Mermaid Capital of Texas Gift Shop and Gallery, located at the Wonder World Park main building, 1000 Prospect St. in San Marcos.

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Solid Gold Vintage is an eclectic, curated space featuring pieces from the mid-20th century. Photo by Celeste Hollister

Love Local: Downtown shops offer eclectic mixture of gifts for every person on your list

Sun, 12/12/2021 - 5:00am

It’s noon on a Wednesday, and the parking lot for Shop 1893 is packed. Outside, an older gentleman is watering the plants, which are still in full bloom the second week of December. Various butterflies lilt among the flowers as a trill of holiday jazz pours from the front door of the Price Center, which houses Shop 1893, the Marie Jager Theater and the Art Gallery.

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Stephanie Umoh stars as Angelica in Broadway Across America’s production of Hamilton. Photos courtesy of Hamilton

Texas’ own Stephanie Umoh stars as Angelica in ‘Hamilton’

Sun, 11/28/2021 - 4:00am

Stephanie Umoh’s career in theater began as many others do: thrust upon an elementary school stage, only to be immediately seized by paralyzing stage fright.

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Members of David Beck’s Tejano Weekend. Photo by Sam Siefert

David Beck’s Tejano Weekend to play Cheatham Street Warehouse Nov. 19

Sun, 11/14/2021 - 5:00am

David Beck grew up with the San Marcos River running through his childhood, Herbert’s tacos in his belly, and Texas music in his blood. His Dad, Bill Whitbeck, is a professional musician who has played for 30 years with Robert Earl Keen; you can hardly get more Texas than that.

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Above, a proclamation celebrating the inaugural Harvey Miller Day of Service was issued Wednesday during a ceremony at City Hall. Daily Record photo by Nick Castillo

Harvey Miller Day of Service takes place this weekend

Thu, 11/04/2021 - 7:01pm

The Dunbar Heritage Association and the City of San Marcos will hold its inaugural Harvey Miller Day of Service on Saturday, starting at 8:45 a.m.

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Local farmers and community plant growers gathered for the SMPL’s Little Free Seed Library installation. Photos by Jason Cook

Released into the Wild

Sun, 10/24/2021 - 5:00am

Alexandra Walker began with the basics: one single seed. From it, she has helped to grow a whole community.

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Savory, salty, sweet: The Farm Prosciutto Sandwich with dried mission fig, asiago, mortadella, champignon and black truffle aioli is a favorite among staff and diners alike. Photos by Jason Cook

Crave-able: Radish & Dill brings fresh, sustainable, farm-to-table cuisine to San Marcos

Sun, 09/26/2021 - 5:00am

Many believe that home begins with food. It’s rooted into our family life and our culture. It brings people together, simultaneously providing nourishment for our bodies and stimulation for our minds.