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TXST student participates in urban greenways research in Illinois

William Moore

Above, Moore uses a densiometer to determine tree canopy coverage as part of a vegetation survey. Right, SERGUS cohort two pose for a photo during their final presentation of findings.
Photos courtesy of Texas State University

TXST student participates in urban greenways research in Illinois

Tue, 09/03/2024 - 5:00am

As greenways take on growing importance in cities, Texas State University student William Moore spent the summer participating in a federally funded research project to better understand and improve these urban outdoor havens.

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San Marcos Academy will host Cottage Kitchen on Sept. 4. The menu will consist of meatloaf, mashed potatoes, green beans, a dinner roll and the choice of a brownie or lemon bar for dessert all prepared by Sage Dining Services, who lovingly prepares the daily meals at San Marcos Academy. The meal will be served by SMA’s Student Ambassadors and members of the San Marcos Academy staff. Pictured are San Marcos Academy Student Ambassadors with sponsors Mattie Howard and Tiffany Portis, who will be hosting Cottage Kitchen.
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SMA to host Cottage Kitchen

Tue, 09/03/2024 - 5:00am

SMA to host Cottage Kitchen

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TXST goes to Mexico and beyond

Tue, 09/03/2024 - 5:00am

Editor’s note: This is part two of a two part series on Texas State Mexico.

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Above, Intermediate 4-Hers Nolan Moore, Quincy Raines and Luke Mosser received the Silver Star Award. Below, Junior 4-Her Jonathan Moody was awarded the Bronze Star.
Photo courtesy of Hays County 4-H

STARS GET STARS

Tue, 09/03/2024 - 5:00am

Hays County 4-H recognizes outstanding members, community leaders, businesses

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Comptroller: Hundreds of new homes needed to cut costs

Tue, 09/03/2024 - 5:00am

A 26-page report from the Texas Comptroller concludes that the state needs 306,000 more homes than it has, a shortage that has sent housing costs soaring, The Texas Tribune reported. Homebuilding hasn’t kept up with the booming economy as millions of new residents have moved here over the past decade, leaving more than half of the state’s homeowners and renters struggling to find and keep affordable housing.

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No murder charge to be filed in Buda shooting death

Sun, 09/01/2024 - 5:00am

Murder charges will not be filed in the death of Erick Alejandro Marin, 17, who was shot and killed in Buda on Aug. 5.

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Trustee Miguel Arredondo running for San Marcos mayor

Sun, 09/01/2024 - 5:00am

There will be San Marcos City Council seats as well as mayoral candidates on the November ballot, and Miguel Arredondo, San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District Trustee At-Large, has just added his name to the ticket in a run for San Marcos mayor against incumbent Jane Hughson.

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The College Board recognized 15 SMCISD students. Pictured on the top row are Lukas Bauerkemper, Frank Reyes, Brynn Gardner, Zane Hartman, Alxus Hanlon, Azle Harley and Rice Tipps. On the bottom row are Abigail LaCoss, Glade Robertson, Yamileth Soriano Gonzalez, Adame Novelo, Georgia Recio and Elizabeth Ward. Not pictured: Alexandria Juarez and Diego Vacaflores.
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College Board recognizes 15 SMCISD students

Sun, 09/01/2024 - 5:00am

The College Board recognized 15 San Marcos CISD students for academic success through its National Recognition Programs.

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Helen Jackson Franks was one of the first Black women to attend Texas State University and was a teacher at San Marcos CISD for decades in addition to being a pillar in the community. Above, Franks next to a table filled with her accomplishments and photos of her life. Daily Record photo by Shannon West. Lower right, Starlette Franks-Williams, Franks daughter, and Franks. Photo provided by Helen Jackson Franks. Bottom, the first five Black women to attend Texas State University − Dana Jean Smith, Helen Jackson Franks, Georgia Hoodye Cheatham, Gloria Odoms Powell and Mabeleen Washington – who were honored during a special tribute on May 1, 2014 at the LBJ Student Center. Photo provided by Texas State University.