San Marcos Record

This is the first of a two part series on the Groundwater Symposium that occurred at Texas State University on April 2 bringing together the area's groundwater conservation district leaders.

Cottage Kitchen returns in fully restored Cock House Museum

It’s time to get ready for the upcoming freedom celebrations in San Marcos of which there are many chances to participate. According to the National Museum of African American Freedom and Culture, Juneteenth is significant as it marks the beginning of freedom for formerly enslaved African Americans in Texas. Although the Emancipation Proclamation went into effect in 1863, its implementation did not occur in places still under Confederate control. On June 19, 1865 approximately 2,000 Union troops marched to Galveston Bay, Texas and announced that more than 250,000 enslaved black people in the state were free by executive decree. The Juneteenth foundation, spearheaded by Chairman of the Board and Hays County Constable David Peterson, will have different events occurring throughout the month of June to remember this momentous event. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Juneteenth Foundation.

One question that comes up for race organizers is the need for a lead bike. Some feel that if they put out direction arrows and have a person stand at critical turns that the need for a lead bike is not necessary. And in many cases this may work. Over the years I have seen a number of problems with both a lead bike and using only direction arrows. Runners tend to get into the spirit of the race and focus on running and are not bothered by distractions.