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A special and rather seasonal guest was on hand to receive a proclamation at the Hays County Commissioners Court which proclaimed that November is “Turkeys Tackling Hunger Month.”
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Tackling hunger is acknowledged throughout November

Wed, 11/15/2023 - 12:00am

The Hays County Food Bank works hard to tackle food insecurity year round, and this holiday season is no different. The Food Bank is providing residents in need with the ingredients necessary to prepare a Thanksgiving meal at home. As some food distribution got underway Monday with a call out for volunteers to pitch in this season, the Hays County Commissioners Court recently proclaimed November 2023 as “Turkeys Tackling Hunger Month.”

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Hobson family gift is designed to provide nursing scholarship

Wed, 11/15/2023 - 12:00am

William “Bill” Hobson and Loma Hobson have made a gift of $250,000 to Texas State University to establish a permanent endowed scholarship for students pursuing a nursing degree at the university.

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New rental, utility assistance program approved

Wed, 11/15/2023 - 12:00am

Hays County Commissioners Court voted unanimously to approve the use of American Rescue Plan Act Funding for a Rental/ Utility Assistance Program for Hays County residents at their regularly scheduled meeting last week. The program will be run through the Blanco River Regional Recovery Team.

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The Hays County Historical Courthouse interior is bathed in green light as part of the county’s commitment to change out its regular lights to green fixtures to honor veterans in November for Operation Green Light, a national endeavor. Here the Christmas tree inside the Hays County courthouse reflects that commitment and it will be part of the Holiday Lighting Ceremony set for Friday at 4 p.m.
Daily Record photo by Barbara Audet

GREEN LIGHT SALUTE

Wed, 11/15/2023 - 12:00am

GREEN LIGHT SALUTE

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CENTER SALUTES VETERANS

Wed, 11/15/2023 - 12:00am

Gary Center Director Angela Rackley-Meadows shares with local veterans an appreciation of their sacrifices in the cause of freedom. In addition to the many veterans who work at the center, many students have prior military experience and are now learning new skills. A special thanks to Lori Ocegueda (Army) and the center’s Human Resources staff for the planning and the setup of the event. Special thanks to Gary Job Corps veterans including Carlos Aguilar (Army), Albert Alvarez (National Guard), Guy Ben Moshe (Israel Defense Force), Lydia Benton (Army), David Black (Army), Russell Brown (Army), Adam Cantu (Marines), Allen Delacey (Navy), Eugene Edokpa( Nigerian Armed Forces), James Espinoza (Navy), Viviana George (Air Force), Reggie Gilliam (Army), Randolph Goodman (Navy), Jimmy Gomez (Army), Gabriel Gonzalez (Army), Carlos Guerrero (Navy), Jerrod Haegele (Army), Glenn Horvath (Navy), Richard Jaime (Army National Guard), Clifford Jones (Army), Elbert Miller (Army), Scott Milner (Navy), Shawn Mitton (Marine Corps), Ramy Moussa (Egyptian Armed Forces), Lori Ocegueda (Army), Jose Olivo (Army), Booker Presley (Army), Carlos Reyes (Army), Frank Rodriguez (Navy), Noe Salazar( Marine Corps), Craig Scallan (Army), Henry Singleton (Army), Raymond Spencer (Air Force), Paul Touchstone( Navy), Chris Tristan (Navy), Eugene Walton (Army), Terrance Robinson (Army), Richard Morales (Army) and Tawanna Mikkola (Army). Photos by Gary Job Corps

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Dr. Mario Garza and Maria Rocha, of the Indigenous Cultures Institute, spoke to the SMCISD Hernandez fifth graders on Monday, Nov. 13. Dr. Garza highlighted the important historical contributions indigenous people and cultures have had to society and answered many questions. The Indigenous Cultures Institute was founded in 2006 by members of the Miakan/Garza Band, a Coahuiltecan tribe in San Marcos that still practices traditional ceremonies and maintains long-held family ties.
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Students learn about Indigenous Cultures

Wed, 11/15/2023 - 12:00am

Students learn about Indigenous Cultures

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Boyfriend’s odd behavior pushes woman’s boundaries

Wed, 11/15/2023 - 12:00am

Dear Abby

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Texas State University President Kelly Damphousse stands with the scholarship recipients on the field during a break in the Bobcat football game.
Photo provided by Marine Crops Scholarship Foundation

The scholarship recipients were on the field during a break in the Bobcat football game.
Photo provided by Marine Crops Scholarship Foundation

TXST honors 7 Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation recipients

Tue, 11/14/2023 - 12:00am

Texas State University recognized seven scholarship recipients at the football game against Georgia Southern, in promotion of the annual Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Houston Awards Dinner on Nov. 15. This year, the foundation will be honoring Bill Hobson, former Senior Vice President at UBS Wealth Management & current farmer/ rancher with the Semper Fidelis Award. This year’s Military Guest of Honor is Lieutenant General Martin R. Steele USMC (Ret.).

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Rebecca Minnick Hays County Commissioner Precinct 3 Candidate

Minnick announces for Hays County Commissioner, Precinct 3

Tue, 11/14/2023 - 12:00am

Rebecca Minnick has announced her candidacy for Commissioner, Hays County Precinct 3. Minnick is currently serving her third term as Place One Council Member for the city of Wimberley.

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Overcast skies did not interfere with the 2023 Veterans Day Parade that kicked off early Saturday in front of the Hays County Historic Courthouse. With the theme, “Honoring All Who Served the United States of America,' and sponsored by the city of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department with assistance from the Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee, the grand marshal of the parade was San Marcos resident, retired U.S. Army Col. Jack H. Pryor. Both San Marcos High School and the San Marcos Academy sent various student representatives. The San Marcos Lions and Kiwanis clubs, area Boy Scouts and others were out in force to honor those who have served from the city and Hays County. See more photos on page 3.
Daily Record photos by Barbara Audet

In front of an audience that included area veterans on Saturday for the Veterans Day Parade, San Marcos Mayor Jane Hughson and members of the City Council had premium seating in San Marcos police and fire department vehicles. In uniform and marching in precision were members of the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) at San Marcos High School.
Daily Record photos by Barbara Audet