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08/13/2024
It's the first day of school! Share your first day of school photos here, and they might just be published in the San Marcos Daily Record this week!
08/07/2024
A man died on Tuesday while in the custody of the San Marcos Police Department from what was described as a possible "medical emergency" sparking an investigation from both SMPD and the Texas Rangers.
A man died on Tuesday while in the custody of the San Marcos Police Department sparking an investigation from both SMPD and the Texas Rangers.
08/06/2024
Are San Marcos drivers the worst in Texas? Well, not quite, but data analyzed by Consumer Affairs shows that local drivers are the second worst in the state.
Have you ever thought that San Marcos drivers are the worst you’ve ever seen? Well, new data supports those frustrated thoughts that bubble up when you’re behind the wheel.
08/01/2024
The city of San Marcos will be testing the Outdoor Warning System today at 11 a.m. This morning’s test will utilize an audible alarm tone, rather than the regular “growl test.” Beginning September 7, the system will be growl tested on the first Saturday of each month, weather permitting, to ensure the system is functioning properly.
Beginning August 1, the City of San Marcos anticipates all 14 of its outdoor warning sirens will be fully operational.
07/30/2024
A fire at Roadrunner Recycling on Highway 123 spread black smoke across much of the eastern portion of Hays County on Tuesday morning, but crews believe the damage is contained to the items that caught fire without harm to any structures.
Follow the link for more information: www.sanmarcosrecord.com/news/fire-roadrunner-recycling-building-may-be-saved
07/30/2024
Keisuke Ikehata, an assistant professor at Texas State University’s Ingram School of Engineering, will give a speech “Promoting Public Acceptance of Direct Potable Reuse: Safeguarding Water Quality & Aesthetics” to the Rotary Club of San Marcos at its weekly Wednesday meeting.
Swimming in Jacob’s Well is closed due to low water flow. Even with all the recent rains, Central Texas is still in a drought from a groundwater standpoint. Discussions abound about the long term security and quality of water in the Texas Hill Country as well as in much of the southern United Stat...
07/29/2024
Maria Guadalupe Herrera Rangel, 70, of Mexico, was killed in a car crash on Interstate 35 in San Marcos on July 14. The San Marcos Police Department has now arrested and charged a man for allegedly causing the accident and leaving the scene. Emmanuel Nicholas Martinez, 35, of Seguin, turned himself in on July 24. Martinez faces charges of Collision Involving Death and Intoxication Manslaughter with Vehicle.
Maria Guadalupe Herrera Rangel, 70, of Mexico, was killed in a car crash on Interstate 35 in San Marcos on July 14. The San Marcos Police Department has now arrested and charged a man for allegedly causing the accident and leaving the scene.
07/29/2024
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against the city of San Marcos, along with four other cities, regarding the city’s policy decriminalizing the possession of under four ounces of ma*****na. Last week, District Judge Sherri Tibbe dismissed the case in the city's favor, but the state has filed a notice of appeal.
Judge dismisses Paxton’s ma*****na lawsuit, state to appeal
07/29/2024
Colin Allred, who is running for US Senate against Ted Cruz, stopped by the Daily Record office for an interview.
Editor's note: Colin Allred will be running against Ted Cruz for U.S. Senator in the upcoming election. This interview took place on July 14, when Allred came to the Daily Record office for a 15-minute in-person interview. It has been lightly edited for grammar and conciseness. The Daily Record reac...
07/29/2024
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07/19/2024
The Hays County Health Department received confirmation from the Texas Department of State Health Services on July 18, 2024, that several mosquito trap samples collected in the 78676 ZIP code tested positive for West Nile Virus. The positive samples were collected from two sites in and around the city of Wimberley on July 11, 2024.
The Hays County Health Department (HCHD) received confirmation from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) on July 18, 2024, that several mosquito trap samples collected in the 78676 ZIP
07/15/2024
Texas State is in the process of hiring former Texas baseball Head Coach David Pierce to the staff as an assistant.
Texas State is in the process of hiring former Texas baseball Head Coach David Pierce to the staff as an assistant.The news was first broken by Kendall Rogers of D1 Baseball and confirmed by the San M
07/13/2024
Broke Thespians Theatre Company is at Plaza Park performing The Spongebob Musical tonight, July 13, 19, 20, 21, 26 and 27. Shows start at 7:30 p.m.
07/12/2024
The Sights & Sounds of Christmas, the largest annual event in San Marcos, will not be back in its traditional form this year. The Board of Directors for the festival has “paused” planning efforts for this year’s event. The “decision comes after careful consideration of significant operational and financial challenges that have impacted the feasibility of hosting the event this year,” according to a press release issued on Friday.
The board also announced that they will continue with the 2024 Jingle Bell Run 5K and Kid-K as planned, the largest race in Hays County.
The Sights & Sounds of Christmas, the largest annual event in San Marcos, will not be back in its traditional form this year.
07/08/2024
Mano Amiga submitted what it thought was enough voter signatures to the city of San Marcos to put the fate of San Marcos Police Department's civil service status in front of voters. However, the city's interpretation of where the issue falls under state law now requires 4,500 signatures instead of 850.
City interpretation of law says Mano Amiga didn't get enough signatures
07/08/2024
Hays County is looking to improve roads, and they will need voter support to do it after placing a road bond on the ballot during the upcoming General Election in November.
Hays County is looking to improve roads, and they will need voter support to do it. Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra announced that there will be a road bond on the November election ballot at the regularly scheduled Hays County Commissioners Court meeting Tuesday.
07/08/2024
Texas State University announced a partnership with Risepoint to expand its online undergraduate and graduate degree program offerings. Risepoint will support Texas State University in offering 19 online programs focused on working adult learners looking to further their education and advance their careers.
Texas State University announced a partnership with Risepoint to expand its online undergraduate and graduate degree program offerings. Risepoint will support Texas State University in offering 19 online programs focused on working adult learners looking to further their education and advance their....
07/05/2024
Add a visit to the Central Texas Wing of the Commemorative Air Force in San Marcos, Texas, to your Fourth of July weekend plans. Celebrate this Independence Day with a living history experience featuring authentic World War II warbirds. The Central Texas Wing’s hangar will be opening its doors to the public and hosting the Independence Warbird Weekend on Saturday, July 6, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, July 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
07/05/2024
“It's probably the most historically significant aircraft that still flies today, and we have it here in San Marcos."
That's all Brother — the C-47 aircraft that led the airborne invasion of Normandy, France on June 6, 1944 and lives at the Commemorative Air Force Central Texas Wing Museum at the San Marcos Regional Airport — completed a tour this week after several stops across Europe and the United Kingdom, including Normandy, for the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
That's not all for this famous C-47
07/05/2024
“We acknowledge the community’s concern regarding this heartbreaking tragedy and the grief that Malachi William’s family has expressed,” said San Marcos City Manager Stephanie Reyes. “It has been emotional for all of us as well.” Reyes announced that the city is working on an update for the policy regarding the viewing of San Marcos Police Department body worn camera footage for crisis situations at the regularly scheduled city council meeting Tuesday.
Family of Malachi Williams has not yet seen video of shooting
07/04/2024
On a mission to never forget PFC Kristian Menchaca:
The 18th anniversary of the death of U.S. Army Pvt. Kristian Menchaca, a Hays County resident, during the war in Iraq occurred recently, and one man has made it his mission to keep his memory alive. Randolph Goodman, Gary Job Corps community relations coordinator, knew Menchaca well being a student at Gary Job Corps before his deployment. Goodman has spearheaded a yearly Hays County Commissioners Court proclamation and the designation of a portion of State Highway 21 between Highway 80 and Yarrington Road in Menchaca’s name.
The 18th anniversary of the death of U.S. Army Pvt. Kristian Menchaca, a Hays County resident, during the war in Iraq occurred recently, and one man has made it his mission to keep his memory alive. Randolph Goodman, Gary Job Corps community relations coordinator, knew Menchaca well being a student....
07/03/2024
The city of San Marcos is expecting an influx of visitors for the upcoming July 4 celebrations. To ensure the safety and enjoyment of both residents and visitors, Cheatham Street will be closed between Riverside Drive and CM Allen Parkway starting at midnight Thursday, July 4, to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 7.
The city of San Marcos is expecting an influx of visitors for the upcoming July 4 celebrations. To ensure the safety and enjoyment of both residents and visitors, Cheatham Street will be closed between Riverside Drive and CM Allen Parkway starting at midnight Thursday, July 4, to 8 p.m. Sunday, July...
07/03/2024
Fourth of July, though a celebration of American Independence, has become synonymous with one thing – fireworks. And inherently with an activity that involves explosions, precautions need to be taken to ensure a safe holiday. Local medical and fire officials have tips on how to remain safe and still have a blast.
Fourth of July, though a celebration of American Independence, has become synonymous with one thing – fireworks. And inherently with an activity that involves explosions, precautions need to be taken to ensure a safe holiday. Local medical and fire officials have tips on how to remain safe and sti...
07/03/2024
A house caught fire on Cypress Street near the Centro Esperanza Community Center. While official word was not yet available, neighbors on the scene said they believe everyone in the house got out safely, but the damage appeared to be a total loss.
07/02/2024
With a growing population, increasing demand on water resources, and recurring drought conditions, community leaders from across the Hill Country are thinking hard about how to manage growth while protecting our water supply. That was the focus of the conversation of a recent gathering of the Hill Country Leadership Institute, a program of the Hill Country Alliance.
With a growing population, increasing demand on water resources, and recurring drought conditions, community leaders from across the Hill Country are thinking hard about how to manage growth while protecting our water supply. That was the focus of the conversation of a recent gathering of the Hill C...
07/02/2024
Christy Carpenter, Liz Carpenter’s daughter and biographer, will be speaking at the LBJ Museum’s summer Chautauqua on Thursday, July 18.
Christy Carpenter, Liz Carpenter’s daughter and biographer, will be speaking at the LBJ Museum’s summer Chautauqua on Thursday, July 18. Last year the LBJ Museum brought back the Chautauqua, an institution that provided popular adult education courses and entertainment in the late 19th and early...
07/02/2024
The 2024-2025 school year will bring exciting changes to San Marcos High School including the arrival of a new principal who is wants to grow relationships with students, adults and the community. Twila Guajardo is entering her 20th year in education and is excited about the opportunity to be leading the only high school in San Marcos CISD.
The 2024-2025 school year will bring exciting changes to San Marcos High School including the arrival of a new principal who is excited to grow relationships with students, adults and the community. Twila Guajardo is entering her 20th year in education and is excited about the opportunity to be lead...
05/15/2024
The Hays county wide Beautiful Baby Contest is Live!
What a great way to show off your beautiful baby girl or handsome baby boy in a big way, and maybe even win a $100 worth of prizes because your baby is just that gorgeous! Click on https://www.sanmarcosrecord.com/beautiful-baby-contest...
to submit your Beautiful Baby photos for the contest today through 5 p.m. on May 31st. Beautiful Baby Contest Voting starts on June 1st!
05/10/2024
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Hundreds are marching the streets of San Marcos for Dunbar Heritage Association - DHA’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Walk & Celebration.
San Marcos Rattler Football began District 27-6A play with a 28-24 win over Schertz Clemens on Friday. San Marcos head coach John Walsh spoke to us following the Rattlers’ district-opening victory.
Mermaid Society SMTX’s sixth annual Mermaid Capital of Texas Fest is underway in San Marcos.
***UPDATE*** UPDATE: Interstate 35 has reopened. Original Post: Interstate 35 is shut down going both directions between Wonder World Drive and McCarty Lane as crews work to fix a downed telecommunications line. SMPD said it’s unsure of when the highway will reopen.
TRAFFIC ALERT: The San Marcos Police Department is advising drivers to avoid Aquarena Springs Drive near the University Events Center. The bridge on Aquarena has been shutdown going toward campus as first responders work the scene.
Large Grass Fire Near Highway 123
UPDATE: The fire is out as of 7 p.m., according to Hays County EMS. ORIGINAL POST — DEVELOPING: The South Hays Fire Department, San Marcos Fire Department and other local fire departments are working a large grass fire off Old Bastrop Road in San Marcos near State Highway 123. We'll update as additional information becomes available. 📸: Nick Castillo
DEVELOPING: San Marcos Police have responded to an auto-pedestrian accident at the 3300 block of Interstate 35 near Chuck Nash auto. A fatality has been reported. A city spokesperson says an initial investigation finds that it appears the driver fled from the scene. We’ll update with additional information as it becomes available.
DEVELOPING: San Marcos PD has responded to a fatal train/pedestrian collision on the railroad tracks at CM Allen Parkway. We’ll update as additional information becomes available.
SMFD responds to fire at El Golfo de Mexico restaurant
The San Marcos Fire Department is currently putting out a fire at El Golfo de Mexico restaurant.
The Dunbar Heritage Association - DHA hosted its 20th MLK Day celebration with a march around the San Marcos square. Hundreds turned out to participate in Monday’s event.
Sights & Sounds of Christmas' Jingle Bell 5K
Sights & Sounds of Christmas’ Jingle Bell 5K is underway. Runners will fill the streets of downtown San Marcos for the largest fun run in Hays County. More than 1,000 runners signed up for the race’s 10th anniversary, according to race organizers.
UPDATE (8:25 a.m): State Highway 80 at the Blanco River remains closed as first responders, including the San Marcos Fire Department and Starflight crews, evacuate residents in the water after last night’s heavy rainfall. According to the San Marcos Police Department, no casualties have been reported. There is no estimate for when SH 80 will reopen. (Daily Record video by Lance Winter)
UPDATE: SMPD says a suspect has been arrested. All roads have been reopened. UPDATE: SWAT presence at the Days Inn in San Marcos. SMPD has the southbound I-35 frontage road at Hopkins Street shut down. Developing: San Marcos Police Department says it is actively investigating an incident that occurred at a hotel on the southbound I-35 service road between East Hopkins Street and Rio Vista Street. There is a heavy law enforcement presence. SMPD asks residents to avoid the area.
Protesters confront SMPD Chief Standridge outside of San Marcos City Hall
Protesters gathered Thursday outside of San Marcos City Hall seeking justice for Jennifer Miller, who was killed in a car collision involving an off-duty San Marcos Police Department Officer. Protesters confront SMPD Chief Stan Standridge before the protest began. Read the full story in Friday's edition of the San Marcos Daily Record. 📸: Nick Castillo
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