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When a person in Hays County calls 911 for assistance, the Hays County Sheriff’s Department covers the majority of those calls except for the areas that fall within the city limits of San Marcos, Buda and Kyle. The Sheriff’s department released data last week for the frequency of calls in April that are dedicated to certain areas, types of incidents and even times of day.

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Shirley and Frida Seamstress Owner Antonia Lozano puts the final touches on Sami Wenzel’s dress for Friday’s prom at San Marcos High School.
Daily Record photo by Jessica L. Jam

She’s the perfect fit. A successful businesswoman, talented designer and dressmaker all sewed into one. The fabric of her life is making people happy, and for Antonia Lozano, her 15-year legacy of dressing San Marcos never goes out of style.

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DEAR ABBY: I have read that you have a sweet tooth. I do, too. That’s why I’m interested in your recipe booklets, particularly if you have included dessert recipes. Which ones do you particularly love? – LOVES IT SWEET IN ANNAPOLIS, MD DEAR LOVES: That’s a tough question. It’s hard to choose just one recipe because I do have a sweet tooth as well as “a bit” of an addiction to chocolate, which is more information than you asked for.

Texas senators are taking testimony Tuesday on some of the most explosive issues rattling the state’s universities ahead of next year’s legislative session, when lawmakers are expected to propose new policies on antisemitism, free speech and compliance with the state’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion programs.

Sports

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The Bobcats celebrate a home run hit by August Ramirez during their game against Troy. Texas State won their conference series against the No. 21 Trojans to briefly avoid being in the danger zone of missing the conference tournament. The Bobcats go on the road in the final conference series of the season against Southern Miss
Daily Record photo by Gerald Castillo

Texas State ended their final home game of the year on a high note, beating the No. 21 Troy Trojans 8-6 in extra innings on a walk off two-run home run by second baseman Chase Mora.

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Construction updates on new TXST Endzone Complex

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Lady Rattler Basketball Camp is now open for sign ups .
Daily Record photo by Gerald Castillo

Lady Rattler Basketball Camp is now open for sign ups.

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First baseman J.J. Smith celebrates hitting an RBI single to give the Bobcats a 9-5 lead. The Bobcats will play in the NCAA Tournament at the College Station Regional against Penn State.
Daily Record photo by Gerald Castillo

Texas State will go to the Texas A&M Regional as the No. 2 seed for the NCAA Softball Tournament, as announced in the NCAA Softball Selection Show on Sunday.

Features

Exploring Nature

Few comic strips have had the cultural impact of “Peanuts,” drawn by Charles M. Schulz. Above, “Peanuts” appears in the Sunday, Jan. 11, 1998 edition of the San Marcos Daily Record. Photo by Celeste Cook

Let us depart from topics of nature and consider something that has given me a great deal of enjoyment — newspaper comic strips.

Divine on the Vine

Tomatoes tend to be a make-or-break plant for many gardeners.
Photos by Jennifer Boley

Three tips for growing better tomatoes

San Marcos Premium Outlets Celebrates Military Appreciation Month in May

San Marcos Premium Outlets offers reserved parking for military veterans.
Photo by Celeste Cook

To show appreciation and support for the servicemen and women of the community, San Marcos Premium Outlets is celebrating Military Appreciation Month in May with discount offers and reserved parking for military veterans.

Martindale to celebrate Model-T’s 100th birthday, host Bicycle Rodeo on May 18

Above, downtown Martindale circa 100 years ago. Right, “Henry,” is a 1923 Model T.

Ford Motor Company’s Model Ts were the first mass-produced automobiles in the United States, the vehicle that put Americans on wheels in the early 20th Century. Manufactured between 1908 and 1927, all remaining Model T vehicles are either over a 100 years old or nearing that century mark.

Opinions

As I sit here admiring my 88-cent container of mustard, I can’t help feeling self-conscious.

Texas Health and Human Services’ gave Aetna a boost and must start over.

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As East Texas residents return to clean up their homes and businesses after extensive flooding earlier this month, the Texas Department of State Health Services urged residents and business owners to exercise caution. Among the recommendations: • Never use gasoline- powered generators or charcoal grills indoors. Keep them outside, at least 20 feet from homes to avoid possible carbon monoxide poisoning. Direct generator engine exhaust away from windows and doors

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