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Central Texas, including San Marcos, is expected to see winter weather in the forecast. The National Weather Service, however, expects the inclement weather to have a minimal impact. Infographic courtesy of National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio

Wintry weather in forecast for Thursday but impact expected to be minimal, NWS says

Tue, 01/18/2022 - 6:22pm

Winter weather is in the forecast Thursday but the impact will be minimal, according to the National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio office.

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Daily Record infographic by Nick Castillo

Over 42,500 San Marcans fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Tue, 01/18/2022 - 6:17pm

More than 42,500 San Marcos residents have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.

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Hundreds gathered Monday to honor and celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by marching around the streets of downtown San Marcos. Daily Record photos by Nick Castillo

Dunbar Heritage Association, San Marcos remember legacy of MLK

Mon, 01/17/2022 - 7:24pm

Hundreds gathered Monday to honor and celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by marching around the streets of downtown San Marcos.

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SMCISD’s mask mandate up for reconsideration

Mon, 01/17/2022 - 7:05pm

San Marcos Consolidated ISD’s mask mandate will be up for reconsideration during Tuesday’s regular board meeting.

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Local leaders answer community’s COVID-19 questions

Sun, 01/16/2022 - 5:00am

A group of local leaders answered community questions regarding COVID-19 during a discussion hosted by the City of San Marcos.

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Daily Record infographics by Colton Ashabranner

Hays County reports 3 COVID-19 fatalities, 470 new cases Friday

Sat, 01/15/2022 - 1:48pm

The Hays County Local Health Department reported three COVID-19-related fatalities Friday.

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The Classic burger from Fat Shack, which comes with two 100% Angus beef patties served with American cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and onions, and a side of French fries. Daily Record photos by Lance Winter & Nick Castillo

Foodie Friday: Fat Shack

Fri, 01/14/2022 - 12:16pm

Looking for a late-night snack in the form of a sandwich with over-the-topping fillings?

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Hays County reports 4 COVID-19 fatalities Wednesday

Thu, 01/13/2022 - 12:21pm

The Hays County Local Health Department reported four COVID-19-related fatalities Wednesday.

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A SWAT incident occurred at Uptown Square apartments on Wednesday, which resulted in the arrest of Drake Jensen. Daily Record photo by Nick Castillo

SMPD makes arrest following SWAT incident at local apartment

Thu, 01/13/2022 - 10:01am

San Marcos police arrested a 25-year-old following a SWAT incident at Uptown Square apartments on Wednesday.

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Above, members of the Hays County Sheriff’s Office and San Marcos Police Department sat at a table inside Hines Academic Center at Texas State University during the 32nd annual Competition and Seminar for Crisis Negotiations on Wednesday. Daily Record photo by Lance Winter

UNIQUE EXPERIENCE: Law enforcement agencies take part in hostage negotiation competition at TXST

Wed, 01/12/2022 - 7:59pm

Members of the Hays County Sheriff’s Office and San Marcos Police Department sat at a table inside Hines Academic Center at Texas State University, preparing for their next part of a hostage negoti