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The Eddie Durham Jazz Celebration was held over the weekend at the Evan's Auditorium at Texas State University. Above, a Tenor sax duetwith Doug Lawrence and Russell Haight. Top right, On Alto Sax are Mike Smith and Charlie Young. Bottom right, Utah Hamrick plays the upright bass.
Photos by Linda Kelsey-Jones

JAZZED UP

Annual Eddie Durham Jazz Celebration held at Texas State University

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The Economist: Girding the Grid

The Texas power grid passed another test recently, when a winter storm covered much of the state in a sheet of ice. Although there were significant power outages, some of which lasted a while, they were largely due to ice on lines and trees breaking lines and similar issues. We also had enough power to deal with the even more brutal cold in late December.

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Gene Lesley Martin II

Gene Lesley Martin II The earthly journey of Gene Lesley Martin II, 52, drew to a close unexpectedly due to a pulmonary embolism on February 4, 2023. Gene began his journey on November 29, 1970, in Victoria, Texas. He was the second of three children, born to Gene L. Martin and Mary Jean Martin. Gene graduated from Victoria High School in 1989. While in high school, he was an athletic trainer for all sports and was a friend to many. He then followed the legacy of his grandfather, mother, and older brother and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from Southwest Texas State University. After graduating from college, he had a calling from God to join the Peace Corps, where he was stationed in Ecuador. He felt strongly before leaving that he was certain to meet his future wife while on this mission, and he did. Gene met the love of his life, Shaila, as she too was a Peace Corps volunteer headed to Ecuador. He remarked that he knew as soon as he met Shaila that she was 'The One.' He just couldn't believe that he had met and was going to marry someone who was more talkative than both his mother and sister combined. Gene was reserved, but when he did speak up or chime in, it was incredibly enlightening and impactful. Shaila drew out the best qualities in Gene, and their relationship flourished in love, light, and service to others. They returned to the United States and married on May 25, 1996. Gene worked for the San Marcos Housing Authority for 27 years as a Social Worker. Gene and Shaila were blessed to have four beautiful children: Trace (22), Truett (20), Tyger (18), and Tate (15). Gene's time here was short, but he was intentional with his time.

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The San Marcos Rattlers defeated the Judson Rockets 100-62 for the 33rd victory on the season breaking a school record. Above, Jayven Cofer tries to split between the two Judson defenders
Daily Record photo by Gerald Castillo

San Marcos defeats Judson for historic win

It was a history-making victory for San Marcos as the Rattlers defeated the Converse Judson Rockets 100-62 for a record-breaking 33rd season win.

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