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mayoral candidates John Thomaides and Jane Hughson
Neighborhood plans and character studies were the first issues addressed by mayoral candidates John Thomaides (incumbent) and Jane Hughson Oct. 18 in a forum sponsored by the League of Women
The choir of the First Baptist Church in 1918 stand with Reverend B. F. Parks on the porch of the church. Texas State University English Professor and President of the Calaboose African American Museum Dr. Elvin Holt will give a presentation about the African-American men and women that contributed to the musical legacy of the Dunbar neighborhood at “Making a Joyful Noise in the Dunbar Neighborhood: 1918-2018” on Thursday, Nov. 1 from 7 to 8 p.m. at the San Marcos Public Library. Photos courtesy of Dr. Elvin Holt
For more than 100 years, African Americans in the Dunbar neighborhood have nurtured a remarkable legacy of both sacred and secular music. The roots of this rich musical tradition can
The Record’s online poll from Sept. 28 - Oct. 12 asked readers whether they think the Planning and Zoning Commission’s decision to deny an amendment that would allow preferred scenario
Film crews shoot a scene on the Texas State University campus for Richard Linklater's 2016 film "Everybody Wants Some!!." Photo by Van Redin
San Marcos has been a film-friendly city for some years now, with movies like “Boyhood” and “Everybody Wants Some!!,” shot here in recent years and movies like “The Getaway,” shot here in 1972.
Moderator Kaylene Ray with State Rep. 45 candidates Ken Strange and Erin Zwiener. Daily Record photo by Rachel Willis
The League of Women Voters (LWV) of Hays County, a nonpartisan political organization that encourages active voter participation, held a debate for county and state candidates last Thursday.
Moderator Kaylene Ray and Hays County Judge candidates Ruben Becerra and Will Conley. Daily Record photo by Rachel Willis
The League of Women Voters (LWV) of Hays County, a nonpartisan political organization that encourages active voter participation, held the first of two debates they have planned in San Marcos for
The League of Women Voters (LWV) of Hays County, a nonpartisan political organization that encourages active voter participation, may have to find a new venue to host debates and forums
Ofelia Vasquez-Philo at the first Dia de los Muertos celebration in 2013 with Evan Cruz and Alexis Mosqueda. Photos courtesy of Celia Rosales
Families and communities gather every year at the end of October to remember their deceased loved ones, honor their legacies with favorite treats and memories, and celebrate Dia de los
The summit featured a panel of leaders from higher education institutions including (from left) Robert McKinley of the University of Texas at San Antonio, Dr. Walter Horton of Texas State University, Dr. Mini Kahlon of the University of Texas Dell Medical School and moderator Dr. Gene Bourgeois, provost and vice president at Texas State. Photos by Michelle Mehrens/Rivers Wanted Photography
The Greater San Marcos Partnership and Texas State University collaborated for the Fifth Annual Greater San Marcos Innovation Summit that took place Tuesday at the Embassy Suites San Marcos Confere
The San Marcos City Council approved, on the second of two readings last week, an ordinance that will amend the city Code Of Ethics setting a limit of $500 on
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