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Hays County Commissioners Court proclaimed January 2024 as National Blood Donor Month.
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Court proclaims Jan 2024 as National Blood Donor Month

Though one can hope to never be in a situation in which blood donations are needed, it is a very real possibility for any person. If that day ever arises, it's blood donations from community members that will contribute to a life saved.

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Angels for Our Elders is a new nonprofit helping local seniors. Above, Nathaniel, Nayeli, Christina and Tino Moreno delivering baskets to elders in the Victory Gardens/Barrio de La Victoria neighborhood. Below, Nayeli Moreno prepares bags of fruit.
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Above, Mercedes Formolo, who started Angels for Our Elders with her sister Christina Casas-Moreno. Below, the baskets delivered included a blanket, night light, fruit and $25 gift card .
Photos courtesy of Angels for Our Elders

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Angels for Our Elders

New nonprofit helps keep elders connected to community

Dreaming of the future

Laurie Moyer (left) and Mittie Miller (right), discuss potential solutions for city improvements at the Dream Session hosted by the city of San Marcos in October.
Photo by Jessica L. James

Dreaming of the future

Rachel Ozuna posts her ideas for better inclusion on an activity board at the Dream Session in October.
Photo by Jessica L. James.

Dreaming of the future

City offers 'Dream Sessions' for civic participation

Comp Plan public outreach survey available Feb. 2

The VisionSMTX Comprehensive Plan rollout was not without controversy. The focus of public comment centered around the feeling of being left out of the planning process as compared to the previous comprehensive plan — Vision San Marcos - A River Runs Through Us. With that in mind, the council provided feedback to city staff, at a previous meeting, that more public outreach should occur before taking action.

M. RAY PERRYMAN THE ECONOMIST

ECONOMIST: People and Places in Texas

New population estimates have been released, and once again Texas gained far more residents than any other state. The US population increased by a little more than 1.6 million people during the 12 months ending in July 2023. That’s a rise of just 0.5%, but it’s better than the 0.4% increase in 2022 or 2021’s 0.2% gain. Migration was up, and there was a drop in deaths (though they remain well above pre-COVID levels).

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