By Andie MauWeb Content Assistant Manager COVID-19 has indisputably changed the world forever, impacting the economy, health and social spheres beyond recognition. Yet the need created out of the current crisis also necessitates innovations that have undeniably improved the quality of life for many. While we cannot mitigate the amount of loss humanity has faced since COVID, a positive mind-set helps construct a better future. Greater awareness for mental health […]
By Tiger ShiNews Director SAN MARCOS, Texas-- Hays County reported 7,429 cases of COVID-19 as of December 2, according to the Hays County COVID-19 dashboard. Positivity rate of those tested increased from about 6% to 7% in late November. Hospitalizations of Hays County residents decreased from 16 to 12 as of December 1. The total number of cases in Hays County has been surging since late October. The local health […]
By Devon Bates and Ally BolenderNews Reporter and News Content Manager SAN MARCOS, TEXAS--President Trauth and other university leaders shared updates with faculty and staff in a virtual Town Hall on November 23. President Trauth discussed a promising outlook for the distribution of a COVID-19 vaccine. In addition, she encouraged students to bring learning materials home for the break as the fall semester schedule remains unchanged following Thanksgiving. She also recommended […]
By India Sherman and Ally BolenderNews Reporter and News Content Manager SAN MARCOS, TEXAS — There are currently 110 active cases at Texas State University as of November 18, according to the Texas State University COVID-19 dashboard. The positivity rate of testing at Texas State University has increased about 4% in one month. However, Texas State University officials attribute this to increase in testing. Since March 1, there has been a […]
By Tiger Shi and Ally BolenderNews Director and News Content Manager SAN MARCOS, Texas- As of November 11, there are 412 active coronavirus cases in San Marcos, a 7 case increase since November 9, according to the Hays County COVID-19 dashboard. There have been 9 reported cases since the San Marcos CISD resumed in-person instruction on October 5 at 50% capacity, according to the San Marcos CISD COVID-19 dashboard. The […]
By Devon BatesNews Reporter SAN MARCOS, Texas--The Hays County Health Department reported two new COVID-19 fatalities on Wednesday, Nov. 4. The two fatalities were a San Marcos woman in her 90s and a Buda man in his 80s. These two deaths brought the county's number of Coronavirus-related fatalities to 91. There are currently 322 active Coronavirus cases – a 17-case decrease since November 3. There have been 6,265 total cases […]
By India ShermanNews Reporter SAN MARCOS, TX —Free Mobile COVID-19 testing is available in Hays County. San Marcos mobile testing will continue to test residents at Ramon Lucio Park. Daily testing is held from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. according to the Official San Marcos Website. The test is an oral mouth swab and walk-ups are welcome. Texas State will continue free testing at Flowers hall on-campus. You can test […]
By Ally BolenderNews Content Manager SAN MARCOS, Texas-- Texas State University has not released a COVID-19 update since October 8. The city of San Marcos has not made any updates since September 21. The University will continue free testing for students and faculty. The on-campus testing kiosk is located at Flowers hall. Testing is held on Mondays through Fridays between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.. Schedule an appointment or call the University […]
By Devon Bates and Ally BolenderNews Reporter and News Content Manager SAN MARCOS, TX-- Texas State University Chief Medical Officer, Emilio Carranco, released a COVID-19 update on October 8 regarding the University's increase in testing capacity and decline of COVID-19 cases on campus. During the first week of testing, 1,074 PCR tests were performed with 18 positive results for a 1.7% positivity rate, according to the update. The World Health Organization […]
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