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All content by Dillon Strine
Texas State journalism senior Dillon Strine poses with The University Star table at a recruiting event, Monday, Aug. 29, 2022, at the LBJ Ballroom.

Multimedia, news contributor, sports reporter, columnist and editor departs from The Star

Dillon Strine
May 9, 2023
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Opinion: Texas Legislature doesn’t care about kids

Dillon Strine, Opinions Editor
April 26, 2023
Texas State education junior Johnathan Harris (left) and criminal justice junior David St. Alva  celebrate David winning free fall 2023 tuition, Friday, Feb. 24, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

Two students win fall tuition for making half-court shots

Dillon Strine, Sports Reporter
March 1, 2023
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Opinion: Texas GOP prefers their culture on college campuses

Dillon Strine, Opinions Editor
February 28, 2023
Texas State senior forward Tyrel Morgan (1) drives the ball down court against Georgia Southern, Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023, at Strahan Arena. 

‘Cats unable to claw back against South Alabama

Dillon Strine, Sports Reporter
February 23, 2023
Texas State senior guard Mason Harrell (12) gets double teamed by a pair of Arkansas State defenders, Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 66-62.

Bobcats seek season sweep against the red-hot Jaguars

Dillon Strine, Sports Reporter
February 21, 2023
Texas State senior guard Drue Drinnon (55) look down court for his teammates in a game against Mid-America Christian University, Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022. The Bobcats won 71-53. 

Owls hot shooting fends off clawing ‘Cats

Dillon Strine, Sports Reporter
December 9, 2022
Texas State senior guard Drue Drinnon (55) look down court for his teammates in a game against Mid-America Christian University, Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022. The Bobcats won 71-53. 

‘Cats chase fourth straight against Owls

Dillon Strine, Sports Reporter
December 4, 2022
Texas State senior guard Drue Drinnon (55) look down court for his teammates in a game against Mid-America Christian University, Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022. The Bobcats won 71-53. 

Harrell’s late heroics propel Bobcats past charging Rams

Dillon Strine, Sports Reporter
November 16, 2022
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Michelle Gutierrez Cohen wins commissioners court seat

Dillon Strine, News Contributor
November 9, 2022
Hays County Precinct 4 Commissioner Walt Smith (left) talks to voters Amara Magloire (left, center), Diana Barcenas (middle) and Audrey Cura-faz (right), Tuesday, Nov. 3,  2020, at the Performing Arts Center on Texas State's campus. Smith was campaigning for Sherriff Gary Cutler and Precinct 3 Commissioner Lon Shell.

Incumbent commissioner Walt Smith nabs second term

Dillon Strine, News Contributor
November 9, 2022
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Opinion: Texas needs to make voting easier for everyone

Dillon Strine, Opinions Editor
October 18, 2022
Texas State accounting senior Cody Overtire jumps off a ramp during water ski practice, Friday, Sept. 23, 2022, at the San Marcos River Ranch.

Texas State Water Ski gains perspective during season

Dillon Strine, Sports Reporter
September 28, 2022
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Opinion: Hays County needs to improve its EMS response time

Dillon Strine, Opinions Editor
September 23, 2022
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Opinion: We need to invest in water infrastructure

Dillon Strine, Opinions Editor
September 16, 2022
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Opinion: Incoming students should take advantage of dining halls

Dillon Strine, Opinions Editor
September 9, 2022
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Opinion: White House’s loan forgiveness does not go far enough

Dillon Strine, Opinions Editor
August 31, 2022
Texas State senior defender Addison Gaetano (22) dribbles the ball downfield, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, at Bobcat Soccer Complex. Texas State defeated the Little Rock Trojans 2-1.

Texas State soccer holds off Huskies to stay undefeated under Holeman

Dillon Strine, Sports Reporter
August 29, 2022
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Opinion: Cutting the cord is complicated

Dillon Strine, Opinion Editor
August 28, 2022
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Opinion: Golf defectors’ lack of clarity causes fan frustrations

Dillon Strine, Opinion Editor
August 8, 2022
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Opinion: Next they will come for vasectomies

Dillon Strine, Opinion Editor
June 27, 2022
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Opinion: Texas government leaders lack accountability

Dillon Strine, Opinion Editor
June 7, 2022
Texas State Fencing awarded Top Sabre Squad of SWIFA III, pictured afterward. Left to right: junior Peter Cu; freshman Jengo Russell; freshman Maddy McJilton. Saturday, April 16th, 2022

Fencing club victory at SWIFA not expected, nor swift

Dillon Strine, Sports Contributor
April 27, 2022
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Opinion: Venture out to a movie theater

Dillon Strine, Opinion Editor
April 8, 2022
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Opinion: Women’s sports deserve an equal share of investment

Dillon Strine, Opinion Editor
March 14, 2022
Texas State senior forward Isiah Small (1) attempts to break through the Ragin' Cajuns defense during a game against the University of Louisiana, Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 72-68.

Bobcats flame out in quarterfinals for second straight year

Dillon Strine, Sports Contributor
March 5, 2022
Texas State senior guard Caleb Asberry (5) attempts to get past a Ragin' Cajun defender during a game against the University of Louisiana, Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 72-68.

Scorching hot Bobcats seek to tame the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns

Dillon Strine, Sports Contributor
March 5, 2022
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Opinion: The American workforce should pay closer attention to MLB’s Lockout

Dillon Strine, Opinion Editor
March 2, 2022
Texas State junior outfielder Ben McClain (4) makes a run for first base during a series against Utah Valley, Sunday, Feb. 20, 2022, at Bobcat Ballpark. The Bobcats won the series 3-1.

Baseball’s offense shines in opening season series

Dillon Strine, Kyle Owen, and Carson Weaver
February 21, 2022
Texas State sophomore pitcher Otto Wofford (27) practices his pitching during baseball practice, Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, at Bobcat Ballpark.

Baseball takes the diamond against Utah Valley to hit off 2022 season

Dillon Strine, Sports Contributor
February 17, 2022
Texas State senior pitcher Trevis Sundgren (3) takes a couple of practice pitches during baseball practice, Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, at Bobcat Ballpark.

Baseball looks to get back to its winning ways

Dillon Strine, Sports Contributor
February 16, 2022
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Opinion: HBO’s “Euphoria” is not for every audience

Dillon Strine, Opinion Editor
February 16, 2022
Texas State senior guard Nighael Ceaser (22) goes for a shot underneath the basket in a game against Coastal Carolina, Sat. Feb 5, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 69-64.

Texas State pulls away late for third win in a row

Dillon Strine, Sports Contributor
February 6, 2022
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Opinion: Texas State needs more drug addiction prevention resources

Dillon Strine, Opinion Editor
February 2, 2022
Texas State senior forward Nighael Ceaser (22) shoots a floater over UT Arlington graduate forward Lazaro Rojas (12), Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 58-53.

Bobcats bounce back against UTA

Dillon Strine, Sports Contributor
January 31, 2022
Texas State senior guard Shelby Adams (4) looks for an opening against St. Mary's University, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 52-43.

Men’s basketball pulls win over Rice after second-half surge

Dillon Strine, Sports Contributor
December 1, 2021
Texas State junior forward Da'Nasia Hood (32) shoots the basketball over defenders during the fourth quarter of the game against the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Saturday, Jan. 2, 2021, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats lost 67-41.

Women’s basketball sweeps Arlington Baptist in season-high win

Dillon Strine, Sports Contributor
November 30, 2021
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Opinion: Texas State needs more hybrid classes

Dillon Strine, Opinion Contributor
November 28, 2021
Texas State women's basketball team huddles together before they begin their game against the University of Texas at Arlington, Friday, Feb. 12, 2021, at Strahan Arena.

Women’s basketball surrenders loss to Texas Tech

Dillon Strine, Sports Contributor
November 25, 2021
Texas State women's basketball team huddles together before they begin their game against the University of Texas at Arlington, Friday, Feb. 12, 2021, at Strahan Arena.

Women’s basketball travels down I-35 in hopes to capture first win streak

Dillon Strine, Sports Contributor
November 17, 2021
Texas State men's basketball Head Coach Terrence Johnson talks to players during a time-out made by St. Mary's University, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 52-43.

Men’s basketball defeats Cardinals in season opener

Dillon Strine, Sports Contributor
November 10, 2021
Texas State senior guard Shelby Adams (4) goes up for the layup against St. Mary University, Thursday, Nov.4, 2021, at Strahan Arena. Bobcats won 52-43.

Men’s basketball seeks momentum in season opener against UIW

Dillon Strine, Sports Contributor
November 8, 2021
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