Stephanie Gates

Contact Stephanie Gates at sgates@sanmarcosrecord.com.

Criminal justice discussion sparks heated debate

Sun, 05/09/2021 - 5:00am

The San Marcos City Council voted to revise the purpose statement for the Criminal Justice Reform Committee during Tuesday’s regular meeting.

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Clean air ordinance moves forward

Thu, 05/06/2021 - 6:17pm

The San Marcos City Council indicated support for a new Clean Air Ordinance during its regular Tuesday meeting.

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Hays County files grant for holistic defense

Wed, 05/05/2021 - 6:06pm

The Hays County Commissioners voted to submit a grant application for a holistic public defense program after a year of deliberation, planning and many more years of campaigning by local advocates.

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City council approves wastewater rate adjustment

Wed, 05/05/2021 - 6:04pm

The San Marcos City Council approved wastewater rate calculation adjustments to minimize the impact of Winter Storm Uri on residents’ bills during its Tuesday meeting.

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State Rep. Erin Zwiener's Cannabis Decriminalization Bill passed through the house. Daily Record file photo

Cannabis Decriminalization bill moves through House

Tue, 05/04/2021 - 6:00pm

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Manufacturing odor prompts clean air ordinance

Mon, 05/03/2021 - 6:53pm

After receiving many complaints about a manufacturing odor, the San Marcos City Council will discuss a Clean Air Ordinance.

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County commissioners to consider public defender

Mon, 05/03/2021 - 6:42pm

The Hays County Commissioners will vote on the long-awaited resolution directing the grant application for holistic public defense to be submitted.

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Bail reform bills may impact Hays County

Sun, 05/02/2021 - 5:00am

Two bail reform bills are making their way through the Texas Legislature, proposing reformative measures that will keep more people in jail before trial and place limitations on nonprofit bail funds. In Hays County, this might mean spending more tax dollars housing people in jail.

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County close to filing public defense application

Thu, 04/29/2021 - 7:52pm

A Pretrial Services Office and Public Defender is close to becoming a reality in Hays County with a recent recommendation that the commissioners apply for funding.

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Above, Pho Tran88's Vermicelli Noodle Bowl with Grilled Shrimp and all the fixings. Below, Pho Nam with brisket and trimmings. Daily Record photos by Colton Ashabranner & Stephanie Gates

Foodie Friday: Pho Tran88

Thu, 04/29/2021 - 7:36pm

Have you been looking to satisfy a pho craving in San Marcos? A new Vietnamese restaurant just opened up downtown, just off of the square last week with a wide selection of authentic cuisine.