206ONE’s Presents Skate Day Event at Native Blends

Front on shot of Native Blends, half pipe to the left of the frame and crowd of people gathered around booths in front of the building

206ONE’s Presents Skate Day Event at Native Blends

Adrian Escareno Local Music Journalist On June 21st, 206ONE, a beloved local skateboard brand, gathered the vibrant skateboarding community at the parking lot of Native Blends coffee shop. As dusk settled, the atmosphere crackled with excitement as skaters showcased their skills amidst welcoming cheers and applause from fellow enthusiasts in our San Marcos community. The event not only celebrated the thrill of skating but also fostered a sense of […]

July 1, 2024 184

Music

Hunter Schafer’s horror debut screens at SXSW: “Cuckoo” review

By Grace Wartman Music Journalist Tilman Singer’s upcoming horror film "Cuckoo" had its national premiere at this year’s South by Southwest Film Festival. Euphoria star Hunter Schafer leads the movie with teenage angst, a killer scream and a stellar performance – the most captivating element in the film. I left my Paramount theatre seat feeling many things, but nothing could shake how utterly impressed I was by Schafer’s acting in […]

April 9, 2024 127

Varity of painted skulls for day of the dead

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Day of the Dead celebrations and traditions

By Regina Seáñez Promotions Team Member Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is rooted in Indigenous Mexican cultures. This is meant to celebrate and honor the lives of those who have passed. The Pixar movie Coco is a perfect example of the types of traditions and celebrations that occur during the selected days. Day of the Dead is usually from Nov. 1st to Nov. 2nd, however, some […]

November 2, 2023 586

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Culture

Sacred Springs Powwow

By Luke Fox KTSW Multimedia Videographer The Sacred Springs Powwow, which took place Oct. 7-8, is a two-day annual festival that celebrates the cultural elements of the Coahuiltecan Native population that has been a part of San Marcos for thousands of years. Through Native clothing, arts and history, the powwow is a one-of-a-kind experience for people of all ages and backgrounds. Crowds lined up as traditional dancing and singing soared […]

October 20, 2023 76 1

A picture of KTSW alum Jared Dudley in front of a KTSW banner.

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College Radio Day

Interview with former KTSW music director: Jared Dudley

By Diego B Gonzales Blog Content Contributor Jared Dudley, the former music director for KTSW, graduated in the 2023 spring semester at Texas State University and still carries with him countless skills and memories he picked up during his time at the station. In an interview with Dudley, we talk about the skills he picked up, what being a music director is like, and surreal guardian-angel encounters. Gonzales: […]

October 9, 2023 126 2

Two women smiling with mermaid tails sitting side by side. One on the left is wearing a traditional Mexican sombrero and two long braids. The one on the right is older and has a red tank top with the words “Mermaid on deck”.

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Culture

Photo Gallery: Mermaid Capital of Texas Fest

By Annika Rutledge and Cole Ramirez KTSW Multimedia Photographers San Martians came together last weekend to celebrate the San Marcos River and its mermaid myths through the Mermaid Capital of Texas Fest. The Mermaid Society SMTX hosted the annual festival with a parade and street market Saturday morning. Annika Rutledge and Cole Ramirez, KTSW multimedia photographers, were able to attend the event and capture the vibrancy of San Marcos' mermaids […]

September 29, 2023 266 4

Mermaids sitting on top of a truck during the San Marcos mermaid festival

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Annual Mermaid Festival captivates San Marcos

By Danielle De Lucia Chief Editor of News SAN MARCOS — The Mermaid Capital of Texas celebrated the beautiful river last Saturday with the annual Mermaid Festival. Every September the San Marcos community unites with a celebration event – parade and fair. The event gives attention to the unique culture in the town and awareness of the San Marcos River, home of the mermaid. Mermaid Parade and Festival One word […]

September 26, 2023 202 1

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Drag Shows

Drag shows: 4WAY at The Porch

By Diego B. Gonzales Blog Content Contributor The premiere of a new monthly drag show, 4WAY, took place at The Porch on Sept. 8. The show was hosted by frequent KTSW collaborator and local Drag Queen, Cedrena Fierce, and had performances by Miz Zgi Zgi, Jupiter, Yvonna F.Mei and Shitonya Face. The Porch was packed and the audience for the show was diverse, all sorts of San Marcos locals came […]

September 11, 2023 135 2

Other GOOD. guitarist letting the music flow through

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Photo Gallery: LBJ Takeover

By Reese McKee and Cole Ramirez KTSW Multimedia Photographers As a part of Bobcat Welcome Week, KTSW 89.9 hosted The Trips, Demure and GOOD for LBJ Takeover on August 17. The bands put on a show at the LBJ student center as the incoming freshmen settled into campus and watched the performances. Showcased in this gallery, Reese McKee and Cole Ramirez photographed the event for KTSW Multimedia.

August 25, 2023 142 1

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