San Marcos News

KZSM–Ribbon cutting is Thursday

Sun, 09/24/2023 - 5:00am

KZSM—Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Thursday As we prepare to expand to the FM dial as KZSM 104.1, we at your true community radio station are extending and growing our deep roots in the local community. As part of that process, we have become members of the San Marcos Chamber of Commerce, and we will be honored with a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. this Thursday, September 28 at our studio at 216 North Guadalupe.

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Heritage group awards planned

Sun, 09/24/2023 - 5:00am

The Heritage Association of San Marcos will hold its annual awards dinner and meeting on Sunday, Oct. 22. The social begins at 5:30 p.m. at the La Cima Community Center, 301A Central Park Loop.

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Runners will go long distance to enter many races

Sun, 09/24/2023 - 5:00am

I enjoy seeing posts on social media of local runners at races they have run. It made me think about my running days and the races I entered over the years.

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Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival to take place Sept. 23-Oct. 29

Sun, 09/24/2023 - 5:00am

The Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival announces dates for the 3rd and final year of the Fall festival, taking place over six weekends from Sept. 23 to Oct. 29, with an official grand opening the weekend of Sept. 23 - 24. The event will be held at the Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead (located at 419 Founders Park Rd. Dripping Springs). The festival will be open for six weekends in the fall, each Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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Exploring Nature: Splooting Squirrels

Sun, 09/24/2023 - 5:00am

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Outside hitter Maggie Walsh concentrates on the ball before hitting it over the net in the Bobcats game against ULM. Walsh led the team in both kills and assists with 18 and 17.
Daily Record photo by Gerald Castillo

Bobcats defeat Louisiana Monroe in Sun Belt Conference opener

Sun, 09/24/2023 - 5:00am

Texas State began their quest for a Sun Belt Conference title against Louisiana Monroe, as the Bobcats defeated the Warhawks 3-1 (25-22, 19-25, 25-23, 25-11).

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Rattlers comeback falls short versus Eagle Pass

Quarterback Kutter Gage Webb finds his target for the first down.
Photo by Juan Sanchez Eagle Pass Business Journal

Running back Donavan Gracia runs the ball for a Rattler first down during the first half.
Photo by Juan Sanchez Eagle Pass Business Journal

Rattlers comeback falls short versus Eagle Pass

Sun, 09/24/2023 - 5:00am

San Marcos couldn’t get on track in the second half Friday.

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Driverless cars need regulation in these times

Sun, 09/24/2023 - 5:00am

Texas is perfect for testing driverless cars, but technology will outpace regulation As autonomous cars become more common, state leaders must look far down the road.

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School funding requires a basic math approach

Sun, 09/24/2023 - 5:00am

No magic math, please As a retired CPA reading about the upcoming special legislative session regarding private school vouchers, I’m reminded of a fundamental accounting principle: every financial transaction has equal and opposite effects in at least two different accounts.

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'Never done it' is long, interesting, yet odd list

Sun, 09/24/2023 - 5:00am

A few days ago, my wife and I were taking our evening almost-senior- citizen power stroll, and the subject of Hooters came up. Yes, Hooters. And I’ll tell you why (even if you wish I wouldn’t).