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The family of Malachi Williams is holding a candlelight vigil to honor his life on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at San Marcos City Hall.
Photo courtesy of Mano Amiga

The family of Malachi Williams is holding a candlelight vigil to honor his life on Thursday evening. Williams died after being shot by San Marcos Police on April 11. Multiple investigations are ongoing into the shooting at this time.

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NEVER GIVE UP

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Thaddeus Foster, of Wildfire Prevention Corp., with Steve Barton, prevention and protection lead for Perimeter Solutions, at the March 23 Emergency Preparedness Fair in Wimberley.
Daily Record photo by Teresa Kendrick

Wildfire Prevention Corporation, an organization that specializes in providing safeguards against wildfires, has come to the Texas Hill Country. They have partnered with Perimeter Solutions to treat properties with PHOSCHEK, a groundbased, long-term fire retardant. The retardant is approved by the U.S. Forest Service and has been used since the 1960s. It is safe for people, livestock, pets, and vegetation.

The Hays County Commissioners Court is set to receive a presentation by the Homeless Coalition of Hays County regarding the Point in Time Count, to possibly submit a grant application for increased training for the Hays County Mental Health Unit and discuss and possibly approve the county animal ordinance at the regularly scheduled meeting today. The court is set to adopt a proclamation recognizing Soil and Water Stewardship Week, which occurs from April 28 to May 5.

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The Bobcats gather on the circle in the their last home game.
Daily Record photo by Gerald Castillo

The Bobcats completed the three-game series sweep of the Louisiana Monroe Warhawks winning the final game 7-2.

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The Rattlers stretch before the start of spring practice. San Marcos look to improve from last season’s 0-10 record.
Daily Record photo by Gerald Castillo

San Marcos is back on the gridiron for the start of spring practice in preparation for the 2024 season.

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August Ramirez swings for the fences, connecting with a two-run home run giving the Bobcats a 2-0 lead. Ramirez later hit a three-run to extend the Bobcat lead to 7-0.  Daily Record photo by Gerald Castillo

 

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Catcher Colson Geesee stops the ball in the Rattlers last home game against East Central. San Marcos looks to win their final home regular season game against Judson.
Daily Record photo by Gerald Castillo

The Rattlers sealed a playoff berth defeating the Cibolo Steele Knights 11-1.

Features

Damron Group Realtors to host Cottage Kitchen luncheon May 1

The Damron Group outside the Cottage Kitchen, held in the Charles S. Cock House Museum.
Photo by Riley Chandler

Cottage Kitchen is back in business! After a highly-attended Grand Opening this month hosted by the Heritage Association, the first sponsored luncheon will be hosted by the Damron Group Realtors on Wednesday, May 1.

Bungalows & Buggy Trails

The Victorian Texas/Craftsman-style bungalow located on Viola Street has seen over 120 years of San Marcos history. Present owners Tony and Kerry Rash have endeavored to preserve the home’s unique character.
Photo by Celeste Cook

Rash House has lived many storied lives since it was first built on Viola Street in 1902

Bass Concert Hall to present ‘Girl From the North Country’ April 23-28

The cast of “Girl From The North Country” on Broadway.
Photo by Matthew Murphy

The Great Depression, a guesthouse in Duluth, and a group of wayward travelers all united beneath its roof. Set to songs by legendary artist Bob Dylan, “The Girl From the North Country” follows the interconnected stories of a group of varied characters who find within each other life, possibility and hope.

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Early voting began Monday, April 22 for municipal, school board and various bond elections. It ends on April 30 with Saturday, May 4 being election day. What is on the ballot depends on where you live.

For thousands of Texans living in the Rio Grande Valley, the so-called “Last Mile” — that stubborn final leg of a broadband internet network that reaches a residential neighborhood — can seem endless.

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Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22, reminds us of the importance of preserving our planet for future generations. A vital element to sustaining life is water, which covers 71 percent of the Earth. Across the United States, water sources vary widely, ranging from freshwater lakes and rivers to underground aquifers and reservoirs, each playing a crucial role in water supply. Depending on the geological composition of a region’s water source, the amount of dissolved minerals in the water can differ.

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