By Jolee Gavito and Kira Utter News Reporters SAN MARCOS– After a year of construction along I-35 North Frontage Road and Yarrington Road, Buc-ee’s San Marcos opened its doors at 6 a.m. on Aug. 12. The 74,000-square-foot travel center sits on a 22-acre site with 128 fuel pumps and a new layout plan. Speakers, including Gov. Greg Abbott and San Marcos Mayor Jane Hughson, were also in attendance at the […]
By Matthew Tobias Special Guest Reporter SAN MARCOS — The Bobcat RISE program at Texas State University provides students with intellectual and developmental disabilities the opportunity to experience college life while building academic, social and career skills. Housed within the College of Education, Bobcat RISE is a four-year postsecondary program designed to promote independence and prepare students for employment. Participants enroll in university courses, engage in campus activities, and receive individualized support tailored […]
By Jissela Cabrera Assistant Director of News SAN MARCOS– A popular downtown sandwich shop, Alvin Ord’s, has temporarily closed after its entire staff resigned, following social media posts alleging an intimidating work environment involving one of the business’s owners. A now-deleted Facebook post alleged that majority owner Bill Martin allowed his brother, minority owner Steve Martin, to verbally harass employees, creating what was described as an unsafe and threatening workplace. […]
By Abby Mosley News Reporter SAN MARCOS— Texas State University’s annual Research Week concluded April 10, highlighting interdisciplinary research among students, faculty and the broader community. The event, which ran from April 6–10, featured a variety of programs showcasing research, creative activities and innovation across the university. Organizers said the week celebrates Texas State’s role as a public research institution and highlights the growth of research within its academic programs. […]
By Saige Klein Blog Content Contributor SAN MARCOS — San Marcos promoted sustainable development by hosting its 13th annual Earth Day festival last Saturday. The event featured a variety of local vendors, free glass-bottom boat tours and a blessing led by the Indigenous Cultures Institute. Organizers said the festival aimed to connect community members while promoting sustainable practices and honoring land with deep roots in Indigenous history. Earth Day is […]
Hailey C. Thompson Assistant Program Director (OSD) | Other Side Drive Host Why XTC’s ‘Another Satellite’ is the perfect space age song with a deeper meaning” Since the launch and return of Artemis II, fascination with space travel is reentering the cultural zeitgeist. While some expressed this is a nice break from the normal onslaught of negative news, it seems that people down on Earth are especially intrigued […]
By Kaylee Gonzalez News Reporter AUSTIN— An Arlington firefighter who died after responding to a residential fire in 1951 will finally receive state recognition more than 75 years later. Champ Barnes responded to a fire on March 31, 1951, at a remodeled duplex where a ceiling collapsed and struck him in the head. Despite the injury, Barnes initially said he felt fine and returned to the fire station to rest. […]
By Saige Klein Blog Content Contributor SAN MARCOS — Last week, the Hays County District Attorney’s Office hosted an “Autism in Criminal Justice” training aimed at educating local law enforcement on how to properly interact with individuals on the autism spectrum. The training was led by Bell County Assistant County Attorney Anne Jackson, who shared her personal experience raising a child on the spectrum and how it inspired her to […]
By Jissela Cabrera Assistant Director of News SAN MARCOS — Students elected the Bobcats in Bloom ticket, Johanna Ajayi and Keller Hammack, as student body president and vice president for the 2026-27 academic year. Texas State Student Government announced April 8 at 5 p.m. that, with a record-breaking 2,570 votes cast, Bobcats in Bloom received 1,572 votes. The New Horizon Alliance ticket, led by Seth Huteson and Nathan Marquez, received […]
1
play_arrow
In My Head Phantogram & Whethan
2
3
4
5
