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Birds Under Bright Lights
Birds Under Bright Lights

The bird that stole Vegas: Arriving in early November of 2023, this Groove Billed Ani captivated hundreds of local — and out of state — birders for 10 days. The species, normally not found North of Southern Texas, had not been recorded in the Las Vegas area for five years.
Photos by Justin Harris

Birds Under Bright Lights

If you haven’t seen an American White Pelican yet, you can be assured that — once you do — you will never forget it.

Birds Under Bright Lights

While not quite as rare as a Groove Billed Ani, flocks of American Avocet are another draw for visitors to Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve.

Birds Under Bright Lights

Perhaps the ultimate challenge: photographing a Sora. While frequently heard at the preserve, these chicken- like birds hide stealthily amongst
thick reed beds.

Birds Under Bright Lights

The natural wonder of Las Vegas

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Dalton Sweat Publisher

GETTING THE ROADRUNNERS OFF OUR BACK

I’ve been to most Texas State home games over the last 20 years. This upcoming game is on a short list of the games I’ve been most excited about. We’ve got to get the Roadrunner off our backs, since we have never beaten them in football in the short history of their program. Texas State received two top 25 votes in the AFCA Coaches Poll this week. UTSA received three. This looks to be one of the best Bobcat football teams in years, and the game should be evenly matched with UTSA. The Bobcats need every bit of the advantage playing the game at home can provide, and that means you in the stands cheering on the Bobcats. As of Thursday, there were

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Celeste Cook Features Editor

A BITE OUT OF BINGO

Though this may surprise no one, I have a whole closet full of wigs, corsets, ballgowns and costumes. As a former middle school English Language Arts teacher and a San Marcos mermaid, I have accumulated more than my fair share of fangs, wings and fins. This Friday, thanks to Triple Six Social, we will have a fine opportunity to put them to good use with Vampire Bingo. Though the Facebook event page says dress up is not required, I say why wouldn’t anyone show up dressed to the teeth? Prizes include free drinks from the Triple Six, plus free cake from Nothing Bundt Cakes. Free cake and the chance to wear a corset? Sign me up. Vampire Bingo begins at 7 p.m. with the first round starting at 7:15. Triple Six Social is located at 329 Cheatham.

A tasty, savory twist on a versatile favorite

The Korean version of this dish is a comfort-food favorite of mine called pajeon. It’s a savory scallion pancake often filled with shrimp or squid and is easy and fun to make.
Photo from Metro Creative

A tasty, savory twist on a versatile favorite

On weekend mornings, few things are as comforting as waking up and enjoying a leisurely, homemade breakfast. As relaxing as such meals can be, they can also be just as relaxing at dinner time. Pancakes, for instance, will always be synonymous with breakfast, but that hasn't stopped pancake afficionados from enjoying their favorite flapjacks at dinner.

Yard of the Month
Yard of the Month

Above, native plants from cenizo to sages thrive in summer heat at the Ott residence on Lancaster Street. Left, a pathway between edged beds is marked by flagstones and covered with natural ground covers.
Photos by Sharon Lockett

Yard of the Month
Yard of the Month

Above, rock rose blooms in full sun beside curbside mail tower. Right, a mini herb garden at entry enjoys partial shade from tall white crape myrtle tree.

Yard of the Month

Butterflies by blue mist.
Photo by Sharon Lockett

Yard of the Month

Urban arboretum includes 200 native trees

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