Savory & sweet summer treats
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.
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 was awarded a $2,500 grant from the Petco Foundation to support its lifesaving efforts during COVID-19.
Editor’s note: This is a revised version of last week's column. The Daily Record is republishing the column due to multiple name misspellings. We apologize for and confusion this might have caused.
Although it concerned another state, a recent item in a Resource Recycling newsletter caught my eye. It referred to grants the North Carolina Division of Environmental Assistance and Customer Service (NCDEQ) awarded 20 companies.
Q. I started visiting the San Marcos City Cemetery when I was searching for uncrowded places to walk. I always see deer and squirrels. Recently, I happened on a peacock there. Its bright tail feathers were dragging so far behind its body. It made me wonder if peacocks have been changed by selective breeding? Or are they the product of a natural process?
Each summer since 1998, the Central Texas Writing Project (CTWP) at Texas State University has hosted the Young Writers Camp. But for the first time ever, CTWP is delivering its camp offerings completely online.
I was given a beautiful purple orchid plant in a plastic pot some 8 years ago. It is still blooming on a regular basis.
Messina Hof is launching its new Bottle of Thanks program, which allows customers to send a bottle of Messina Hof wine to a frontline medical worker.
The San Marcos Art League (SMAL) announced this year’s recipients of its annual Fine Arts Scholarship. San Marcos Hight School senior Hailey Jones (left) and San Marcos Academy senior Mac Daniel (right) each received a check for $600. These exemplary students were chosen from among many well-qualified applicants, according to SMAL President Kathryn Welch. Jones and Daniel plan to pursue higher education in the fine arts following high school. For more information or to donate to the Art League’s scholarship fund, visit visit SMAL's website. Photos courtesy of SMAL
The City of San Marcos Resource Recovery Program and Texas State University Bobcat Blend Composting Program are offering San Marcos residents an easy way to divert leaves and grass clippings from t
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