The 2023-2024 SMHS Golf Team.
Photo by Nathan Bond
“Travel is an economic powerhouse,” Mayor Jane Hughson said as she proclaimed May as National Travel and Tourism Month in San Marcos. As part of the proclamation, Hughson said that traveler spending directly generated tax revenues of $23,9 million locally in 2023 and supported 2,500 jobs in San Marcos.
Photo courtesy of the city of San Marcos
The Rattlers competed hard during the annual Purple and White spring game. White rolled over the Purple en route to a 42-10 win. This will be the last time the Rattlers will be in pads before coming in August to start fall practice.
Daily Record photo by Gerald Castillo
Pitcher Reagan Chomel was named Co-Pitcher of the Year for the District 27 Team Selections following the completion of the season. 12 Rattler baseball players earned All District honors while five Rattler softball players earned All District honors.
Daily Record photo by Gerald Castillo
Mrs. Norma Ybarra’s ESOL I students wrote children’s books, which were recently published as hardcover copies.
Photos courtesy of San Marcos CISD
The San Marcos City Council voted to separate the Dunbar Neighborhood from the Heritage Neighborhood for the purpose of having separate area plans and approved the submission of Low Income Housing Tax Credits for two proposed developments at the regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday.
The 2023-2024 SMHS Golf Team.
Photo by Nathan Bond
The SMHS Golf Team wrapped up a successful season and reflected on reaching the three goals it set for the year.
DEAR ABBY: My wife’s good friend has had a tough time since her divorce. She started dating this guy off and on a few years ago. After the second breakup, we learned the reason. He was verbally abusive (same as her ex-husband).
The Rattlers competed hard during the annual Purple and White spring game. White rolled over the Purple en route to a 42-10 win. This will be the last time the Rattlers will be in pads before coming in August to start fall practice.
Daily Record photo by Gerald Castillo
The Rattlers finally got back on the Gridiron Friday night.
Chase Mora throws to first to complete the double play in the Bobcats last home game against Troy.
Daily Record photo by Gerald Castillo
Texas State’s season came to an end last weekend as the Bobcats fell to the Southern Miss Golden Eagles 5-3.
A collection of some works featured in this year’s Award Showcase at the San Marcos Art Center.
Photo submitted by SMAL
The San Marcos Art League is unveiling their newest Award Art Showcase this May at the San Marcos Art Center, where Art League members can enter to compete for prizes and a spot in the July 2024 Winners’ Showcase. This will be the first time SMAL has ever hosted an art competition showcase at the art center. With submissions that exceeded expectations, 50 local artists will be showcasing their work and competing for the grand prize in this month’s exhibition.
Opening May 31, Broke Thespians Theatre Company will perform the off-Broadway smash-hit, “The Fantasticks,” written by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt. Part commedia dell’arte, part classic musical, “The Fantasticks” is visually stunning and perfect for the whole family. Watch as two soulmates attempt to persevere despite meddling fathers, blistering heat and wicked bandits that interfere with their love. Catch the show at the VFW (1701 Hunter Road) at 7:30 p.m. May 31, June 2, June 7 and June 9, with 2 p.m. matinees on June 2 and 9.
“Westcave Grotto in the Fall,” 2023 Best in Show.
Photo by Tom L. Hausler
The unique beauty of the natural areas within San Marcos inspired the first Naturescapes Photography Contest 20 years ago. Goals of the contest and exhibit include increasing public awareness of the importance of protecting our natural world and giving photographers at all levels of experience a chance to capture, share and receive recognition for beautiful and inspiring images.
Lauren Nicole Chapman stars as Anna and Preston Perez stars as Hans in the North American Tour of Disney’s “Frozen.”
Photo by Matthew Murphy
Texas State grad, San Antonio native Preston Perez lands the role of Hans in stage version of Disney’s ‘Frozen’
I’m such a square, my ears have corners. I drink eight cups of water a day. I make my bed every morning. Before going to the supermarket, I write a grocery list.
Yes, I was hunkered down paying rapt attention to the weather report on May 8 when an EF-3 tornado rampaged through a neighboring county.
Texas House Democrats are urging Gov. Greg Abbott to call a special session to increase public school funding, while Abbott is criticizing them for opposing legislation last year that tied increased funding to his pet project — school vouchers. The Austin American-Statesman reported the Democrats sent a letter, written by Rep. Jon Rosenthal, D-Houston, calling for a 30-day special session focused on both increasing per-student funding and investing more in school safety.
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