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The Lockhart Chamber of Commerce hosted a luncheon this past weel with a presentation by Paul Fletcher of the Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area. Chamber members also welcomed Angela Rackley, the new director of the Gary Job Corps Center. Rackley brings to her position in excess of 20 years of experience as director of centers in South Carolina; California; New Mexico; Arkansas; and Massachusetts. The Gary Job Corps Center came under new management by EQUUS Workforce Solutions effective April 1. Gary Job Corps is a federally funded vocational and educational program for young men and women between the ages of 16 to 24. From left, are Alfonso Sifuentes, community relations, Central Texas Refuse; Elva Zdeb, human resource manager, Gary Job Corps Center: Angela Rackley, director, Gary Job Corps Center; Kimberly “Kim” Clifton, director of operations, Lockhart Chamber of Commerce; and Paul Fletcher, chief executive officer, Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area.
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Chamber welcomes new Gary Job Corps Director

Sun, 07/16/2023 - 5:00am

Chamber welcomes new Gary Job Corps Director

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Pets of the Week

Sun, 07/16/2023 - 5:00am

DOG OF THE WEEK:

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KZSM–'When the River Speaks' on your true community radio station

Sun, 07/16/2023 - 5:00am

Our mission at KZSM. org is “to engage, enlighten, and entertain listeners with programming celebrating the rich diversity of our community.”

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The Hays County Commissioners Court proclaims June 13-19 as National Flag Week as proposed by the Captain Thomas Moore Chapter of the DAR which is celebrating its 100th anniversary.
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DAR chapter celebrates 100 years

Sun, 07/16/2023 - 5:00am

Members of the Captain Thomas Moore Chapter, National Daughters of the American Revolution gathered at the San Marcos Public Library’s Local History room to celebrate their 100th anniversary on June 15, enjoying a day of reflection and fellowship.

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Salt is necessary in small amounts, but too often people consume it to excess. Small changes can help individuals reduce their sodium intake.
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Skip the salt, but keep the flavor

Sun, 07/16/2023 - 5:00am

The human body needs salt to survive. Sodium chloride is required in a nominal amount to conduct nerve impulses, contract and relax muscles, and maintain a proper balance of water and minerals. The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health says it’s estimated people need 500 mg of sodium per day to perform these vital functions. Too often, however, people consume much more salt in their diets than is necessary, which can lead to a host of medical issues. The average person eats 3,400 mg of sodium daily, and that can contribute to high blood pressure, heart disease, and even loss of calcium in bones.

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X-Bow Systems receives Dick Burdick Award from GSMP

Fri, 07/14/2023 - 12:00am

This is the first in a series of articles looking at industrial and academic innovation in greater San Marcos and Central Texas. Some of the forthcoming articles will focus on new companies including Noveon and the Texas State University Science, Technology and Advanced Research Park that is facilitating cutting edge business concepts and academic research.

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Hays County reinstates burn ban following fire

Fri, 07/14/2023 - 12:00am

Hays County Commissioner Court approved the implementation of a 90-day burn ban across Hays County.

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New TXST program provides journalists, public with health data

Fri, 07/14/2023 - 12:00am

Texas Community Health News is a new guide designed to help media organizations produce data-driven journalism that illuminates public health issues and builds resilient communities across the state.

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Rebecca Acosta-Ojeda opened a one-chair salon in downtown Buda 16 years ago and has seen that grow to eight chairs and 14 employees. Her Salon One 12 recently won a GRIT Award from Texas State University for resilience and adaptability during the pandemic.
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Local business wins GRIT award for persevering through pandemic

Fri, 07/14/2023 - 12:00am

Like many small business owners, the founder of Salon One 12 in this little town south of Austin had to adapt and persevere during the pandemic, but her version of a survival plan was a personal challenge and a lesson in adaptability.

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In-law appoints herself master of all ceremonies

Fri, 07/14/2023 - 12:00am

DEAR ABBY: I have a sister- in-law, “Helen,” who has appointed herself as the final word on all family events. No other relative has any input into when, where, what, etc., regarding any family celebration. If it’s not her way, it’s the highway.