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Rabbi Ari Weingarten, of the Chabad Jewish Center of San Marcos, climbs up to the top of a ladder to place the newly lit candle onto the menorah during the 2018 celebration of the first night of Chanukah on the Hays County Courthouse lawn. Daily Record file photos by Denise Cathey

The Festival of Lights

Sun, 12/22/2019 - 12:00am

Chanukah, originating from the Hebrew word for “dedication,” begins on the 25th of Kislev on the Hebrew calendar — usually in November or December — every year. Often called the

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The Price Center is home to many community programs and events. Submitted photo

Price Center issues art call for 2020 exhibit

Fri, 12/20/2019 - 12:00am

The winter months of January and February feature more than just New Year celebrations (and resolutions) and Valentine’s Day roses and chocolates. Think Polar Bear Plunges, Mardi Gras, Martin Luth

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From left are June Hankins, Sheila Fling, Sarah Wren, Lamar Hankins, SAPP Director Jennifer Vogel, Jeannie Lewis, Shirley Ogletree, Gil Fulmer, Karen Brown, Judy Telford and Jim Berry. Photo courtesy of Hill Country Freethinkers Association

Hill Country Freethinkers Association donates to student parenting program

Thu, 12/19/2019 - 12:00am

Santa and some friends visited the offices and preschool classrooms of the San Marcos CISD Student Age Parenting Program (SAPP) last week, to present Program Director Jennifer Vogel with a $4,000 c

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Consumer Tips for Fiscal Fitness: End-of-Year Charitable Giving

Thu, 12/19/2019 - 12:00am

As both the holidays and end of year get closer, it always seems that requests for charitable donations increase.

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Getting 'Enjoy-mint' from the season

Wed, 12/18/2019 - 12:00am

Whether you're huddled around the fireplace, gathered at the table or strolling through a winter wonderland, the holidays are all about enjoying pure and memorable moments with family and friends.

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Saturday, Dec. 14 was the annual Lions Club Christmas Basket Delivery. Every year the San Marcos Lions Club meets at the H-E-B on Thorpe Lane to deliver a feast with turkey, dressing, pies and all the fixins' to food insecure members of the community. Boy Scout Troop 112 and Medical Explorer Post 4077 came to assist in the deliveries. "I have so much gratitude to deliver Lions Christmas Baskets to those in need," Lions Third Vice President Denisa Burnam said. "As a child, I too experienced food insecurity in my home and so I enjoy seeing the joy and relief in each recipient's face." Daily Record photo by Stephanie Calvino

Lions Club Christmas Basket Delivery

Wed, 12/18/2019 - 12:00am

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Texas winter weather can be unpredictable, making driving conditions hazardous during the busiest travel season of the year. Being prepared and cautious can help protect you and others on the road. Freeuse photo

TxDOT launches 'Be Safe. Drive Smart.'

Tue, 12/17/2019 - 12:00am

In a state as large as Texas, winter driving conditions can vary widely and change quickly.

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More and more people are taking on the role of long-term caregivers as population of older U.S. adults grow, but there are resources and tools available to assist with the many challenges of caregiving. Freeuse photo

How to navigate the challenges of caregiving

Tue, 12/17/2019 - 12:00am

As the population of older U.S. adults grows, more Americans are taking on long-term caregiving duties for loved ones. An estimated 43.5 million adults in the U.S.

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Answers to Go with Susan Smith

Sun, 12/15/2019 - 12:00am

Q. I like making Christmas gifts with my grandchildren, and I’d like to try something new. We like to cook together so maybe something along that line. Any suggestions? A

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A Word About Recycling with Ollie Maier

Sun, 12/15/2019 - 12:00am

Recently received the monthly bulletin email from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). In it they explained their relatively new STAR program. STAR is the acronym or abbreviation for