It’s been about three years since COVID-19 and measures taken to slow its spread brought the world to a screeching halt. One of the hardest hit industries was airlines. The numbers of travelers through TSA checkpoints fell from over two million most days in February 2020 to fewer than 100,000 per day through part of April (a drop of more than 95%).
Ozona Bank is excited to announce that on March 15, the bank will transition its website over to ozona.bank from the current ozonabank.com domain with the intention to provide an even more secure banking experience.
Kyle Chamber of Commerce CEO Julie Snyder will serve in 2023 as the Vice Chair-Governmental Relations for the Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives (TCCE) Board for the 2023 fiscal year. TCCE is the longest standing association of chamber of commerce professionals in the nation, working to provide guidance to local and regional chambers through professional education, resources, and networking opportunities.
Hays County Sheriff Gary Cutler announced that he will not seek re-election and will retire at the end of his term on December 31, 2024.
Elizabeth Kahura shares her storytelling prowess with guests at the Cephas House on Saturday, Feb. 11.
Photo by Ginger Salone
To honor Black History Month, drum circles, heralded by a voice reaching out in powerful tones to retell literary and family stories shared from generation to generation, greeted the audience this past Saturday hosted by The Calaboose African American Museum and its annex, the Cephas House. The museum hosted a presentation featuring Elizabeth Kahura, a teacher and storyteller who created the African Safari Program to bring the meaning of African heritage to the community.
The College of Education at Texas State University has expanded its community tutoring program for the 2023 spring semester to serve more students of all ages from local schools–kindergarteners to high school seniors.
A new research study focusing on the mortality rate of pregnant women and women who died within a year of being pregnant shows a dramatic increase in non-medical deaths.
A Dine to Donate Fundraiser Night at the Texas Roadhouse helped the nationwide restaurant chain raise $800,000. All the funds raise on February 6 went to support the American Tinnitus Association, which assists families and individuals dealing with tinnitus. The nonprofit provides treatments, interventions and science research into Tinnitus, which is when people experience ringing or other noises in one or both ears. Above, are Sabrina Basham and Blain Blanchard at the Texas Roadhouse in San Marcos located at 1502 Interstate-
35.
Photos provided by Hector Lozano.
Texas Roadhouse helps raise funds for Tinnitus issues
San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department hosted the 22nd Annual Golden Sweetheart’s Ball on Friday, February 10, 2023, at the San Marcos Activity Center. This was the first Golden Sweetheart’s Ball to take place since February of 2020. Eighty-five people reserved spots to this Valentine’s celebration geared toward couples and singles ages 50 and above in San Marcos and surrounding communities. The music was provided by Sound Experience and Big Dog Catering provided the dinner.
Photos provided by the city of San Marcos
Annual Sweetheart Dance’s 22nd year
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