ANSWERS TO GO with Susan Smith
Sun, 05/31/2020 - 12:00am
Q. Why isn’t Pluto a planet anymore? When did that happen?
Q. Why isn’t Pluto a planet anymore? When did that happen?
My journey to Memorial Day this year:
The flashes lightning bugs produce is from a chemical called luciferase, which they use to attract the opposite sex. Freeuse photo
Among the delights of a summer night around my place are the flashing, flying lightning bugs. Or, if you prefer a different terminology, the fireflies.
Photo courtesy Joe Urbach
If you are like me, you can’t wait for that first bite of a summer watermelon.
PBS stations will air the first season of "The Highpointers," a travel show created by and starring Texas State alumnus Branndon Bargo and his brother Greg Bargo. Above, Branndon Bargo rappels down the Grand Tetons. Photos courtesy of Texas State University
This summer, as households across the country search for their next binge-worthy TV show, local PBS stations will air the first season of "The Highpointers" with the Bargo brothers, a travel show created by and starring Texas State University alumnus Branndon Bargo (B.A. 1999) and his brother Greg Bargo.
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has reopened most state parks for day visits and camping, including Lake Mineral Wells State Park, with certain safety guidlines in place. Photos courtesy of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
On May 27, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) started allowing visitors to make camping reservations at state parks with arrival dates between June 1 and Sept. 7.
The Hays County Food Bank recieved $4,091 in donations from the PEC United Charities. Daily Record file photo by Rachel Sonnier
This year, Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) and its employees donated more than $265,000 through the United Charities program to 236 charitable organizations.
Plants for sale at the Discovery Center include native grasses, trees, milkwee, and herbs. Daily Record file photo
The San Marcos Discovery Center is opened its brand-new online store to the public and is currently offering curbside plant pickup to all customers.
Photos courtesy of Getty Images
Whipping up a fresh cooked meal is one of the true joys of summer, especially when grilled grub is paired with tantalizing sides and tempting desserts.
The San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter announced it has been awarded a $2,500 grant from the Petco Foundation to support its lifesaving efforts during the COVID-19 crisis. Daily Record file photo
The San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter was awarded a $2,500 grant from the Petco Foundation to support its lifesaving efforts during COVID-19.
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