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Above, a turkey sandwich from Alvin Ord's, which comes with premium roast turkey breast with cheddar, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes, onions and mayonnaise. Daily Record photos by Nick Castillo & Lance Winter

Foodie Friday: Alvin Ord's

Thu, 12/23/2021 - 1:52pm

Few dining places conjure up the feelings of warmth and nostalgia the way Alvin Ord’s Sandwich Shop can. Just walking into its location on University Drive and it’s an immersion of the senses.

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Jason Giulietti

The growth of regional distribution in economic development

Wed, 12/22/2021 - 6:01pm

If you're receiving your last-minute gifts and supplies for the holiday season today, it is due to the efforts and hard work of our regional distribution and fulfillment centers.

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M. Ray Perryman

The Economist: Getting ahead

Wed, 12/22/2021 - 5:58pm

The latest jobs report for Texas is replete with good news. November data shows strength across the economy and a new record for total state employment.

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A Roughhouse Family Christmas tree, crafted from kegs of Roughhouse’s finest.

The Roughhouse Trail of Lights is a familyfriendly experience that isn’t a whole city away. Photos by Alex Pasternak

The air at Roughhouse Brewery feels crisp and smells of woodsmoke. Located on the outskirts of San Marcos, Roughhouse has the feeling of being in the country, where the stars at night seem brighter and the space around it is free from the downtown hustle.

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Gift of Art gallery show, snowflake installation offer visual treat during holiday season

Fused Recycled Glass Snowflake - Gerald Kurten. Photo by Clay DeStefano

Dry Dock Shrimper - Jodi Stauffer.

Gift of Art gallery show, snowflake installation offer visual treat during holiday season

Sun, 12/19/2021 - 5:00am

The newest community art show and a seasonal installation of snowflakes created from recycled materials offers visitors to the Price Center galleries a colorful and inspired trip this holiday season.

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Living Christmas trees create lasting family memories

The Soft Serve false cypress as a thriller plant in this red AquaPot welcomes family during the Thanksgiving holiday.

During the Christmas season the conifers in the AquaPots get decorated with ornaments and lights.

The Soft Serve false cypress and Fluffy arborvitae have colorful companions of Dolce Appletini heuchera and Diamond Frost euphorbia for a touch of snow. Photos by Norman Winter

Living Christmas trees create lasting family memories

Sun, 12/19/2021 - 5:00am

Planting conifers in mixed containers has been at the top of The Garden Guy’s fall and winter project list. My wife Jan doesn’t even know this has really been a secret, almost double agent-like operation to get more conifers in the landscape. If you remember, she grew up in East Texas and thinks a conifer is only the longleaf pine.

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Part brownie, part cheesecake: all amazing. Photo from Metro Creative

Raising the bar

Sun, 12/19/2021 - 5:00am

The holiday season is a time when families across the globe look forward to the traditions they’ve passed down from generation to generation. Holiday baking is one such tradition in many families.

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A photo of the front of the Martindale School House from the 1920s.

Martindale School, Gymnasium receives official Texas historical marker

Sun, 12/19/2021 - 5:00am

The Texas Historical Commission (THC) has recognized the Martindale School and Gymnasium as a significant part of Texas history by awarding it an Official Texas Historical Marker. The designation honors the Martindale School and Gymnasium as an important and educational part of local history.