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By Kaylee Gonzalez Assistant Director, News Reporter SAN MARCOS— Hays County confirms multiple pools of the West Nile virus in Buda, Kyle, and San Marcos, TX, including the county’s first confirmed human case in San Marcos. As the weather in Central Texas heats up, mosquito activity increases, creating more opportunities for the West Nile virus. PreventionWeb reported that nearly all cities in the U.S. experienced an increase in mosquito disease […]

By Jolee Gavito News Reporter SAN MARCOS– Mayoral candidate Amanda Rodriguez kicks off her campaign with a meet-and-greet event for San Marcos residents at Triple Six Social. First elected in 2024, Rodriguez’s term in the Place 6 seat on City Council is scheduled to end Nov. 2027. A special election will be held in 2027 for residents to vote for the Place 6 seat. In June, Rodriguez moved for a […]

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. […]