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All content by Jaden Edison

The 11%: 10 years from now (Video)

Jaden Edison
May 14, 2021
Jaden Edison (far left) poses for a photo with members of The Star at the 2018 Bobcat Build event throughout San Marcos.

Dear Star: I gave you all I could. Now, I’m ready to close this chapter.

Jaden Edison
May 1, 2021
The Bobcat statue on Texas State campus wears a mask, Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020, near the Quad bus loop. The Swine Flu occurred in the spring of 2009, and according to Dr. Emilio Carranco, H1N1 consisted of mild symptoms while COVID-19 can cause more long-term effects.

Texas State set to receive $92 million from American Rescue Plan

Jaden Edison
April 27, 2021
Community members place flowers on fallen San Marcos Police Department officer Justin Putnam's '442' wreath, a tribute to his badge number, Sunday, April 18, 2021, at Five Mile Dam Parks Complex. Putnam was killed one year earlier while responding to a domestic disturbance call in San Marcos.

San Marcos remembers officer killed in line of duty one year later

Jaden Edison, Editor-in-Chief
April 19, 2021
Star file photo of Alkek Library.

Records reveal Texas State on pace to spend $8 million on electricity

Jaden Edison, Editor-in-Chief
April 16, 2021
A photo outside the Hays County Sheriff's Office Public Safety Building.

Jail inspector finds ‘no areas of non-compliance’ in county facility

Jaden Edison, Editor-in-Chief
March 23, 2021
A March 15 letter posted to social media from Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra to Brandon Wood, executive director of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards.

Hays County jail to allow visitors following dispute between officials

Jaden Edison, Editor-in-Chief
March 19, 2021

April 11

Jaden Edison
March 10, 2021

May 1 UPD video

Jaden Edison
March 10, 2021

Corey Benbow May 1 video

Jaden Edison
March 10, 2021
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Student Government Election Board disqualifies 2 candidates for violations

Jaden Edison, Editor-in-Chief
March 3, 2021

SPO Catholic hymn

Jaden Edison
February 22, 2021
A San Marcos firefighter works to put out a flame on Monday, Feb. 22, 2021, at a house fire located at 421 Lindsey St.

Emergency officials investigate house fire near Texas State

Jaden Edison and Brianna Benitez
February 22, 2021
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Eviction doubt looms for San Marcos apartments, residents struggling through pandemic

Jaden Edison, Editor-in-Chief
February 3, 2021
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University police investigate ‘ongoing threat’ in campus sexual assault

Jaden Edison, Editor-in-Chief
January 30, 2021
U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett's statement, provided via email, in response to his 2021 Inauguration Day video being removed from a virtual university program.

‘That was not my intent’: Faculty member responds to Lloyd Doggett’s suppression claim

Jaden Edison, Editor-in-Chief
January 27, 2021
A view of the LBJ Student Center from outside the building's ballroom, which will serve as Texas State's mass vaccination site.

Texas State prepares for COVID-19 vaccine distribution

Jaden Edison, Editor-in-Chief
January 18, 2021
A screenshot from an email sent by Texas State Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Gene Bourgeois to faculty and staff encouraging faculty members teaching face-to-face classes in the spring semester to "use remote teaching."

Administrator encourages faculty to ‘use remote teaching’ at beginning of spring semester

Jaden Edison, Editor-in-Chief
January 6, 2021

Examining 2020 through the lens

Jaden Edison, Kate Connors, Vanessa Buentello, Michele DuPont, Douglas Smith, Rasika Gasti, Rebecca Harrell, , and Ali Mashburn
December 31, 2020
Texas State exercise and sports science major Sarah Clements (right) talks to Curative site lead Louis Espinoza (left), Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020, at a COVID-19 testing booth by the Texas State Quad. Clements finished her test in under five minutes.

Q&A with President Trauth, Cabinet members: Thanksgiving break, COVID-19 and commencement

Timia Cobb and Jaden Edison
November 24, 2020

Language of the Unheard: Reparations

Kim Davis Jr., Jaden Edison, Timia Cobb, and Amira Van Leeuwen
November 23, 2020
The University Star will provide live coverage of San Marcos runoff election results as polling location updates are made available.

Your voting guide to the 2020 election

Daniel Weeks, Ricardo Delgado, Gabriella Ybarra, and Jaden Edison
November 3, 2020
A file photo of the LBJ Student Center at Texas State. An LBJ Student Center student employee accused of sexual assault in late September no longer works in the building, according to the director. 

Student Center employee dismissed following sexual assault claims

Jaden Edison, Editor-in-Chief
October 15, 2020

We’re starting a project focusing on Black students. Here’s how we got here.

Jaden Edison, Editor-in-Chief
October 2, 2020
Danny Kaspar stands on the sideline during a men’s basketball game in the 2019-2020 season. Kaspar resigned from his position as men’s basketball head coach, Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2020, months after a former player accused him of making racist remarks to players on the team.

Danny Kaspar resigns months after racial allegations

Colton McWilliams and Jaden Edison
September 22, 2020
Texas State is looking into allegations of sexual misconduct made, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020, by a student on social media.

Texas State addresses sexual assault claims against student employee

Jaden Edison
September 22, 2020
Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra listens to a speech at a protest held for and in honor of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, Friday, May 29, 2020, at the Hays County Historic Courthouse in San Marcos. A lawsuit has been filed against Becerra, requesting his removal from office. The lawsuit claims Becerra took at least $50,000 from taxpayers between 2019 and 2020.

Lawsuit requests removal of Hays County judge

Jaden Edison
September 18, 2020
A photo taken on a floor in Sterry Hall, Thursday, Aug. 27, 2020, at Texas State. A rumor from a Reddit post went around on social media about Texas State allegedly placing students diagnosed with COVID-19 on the fourth floor of Sterry Hall.

Texas State responds to COVID-19 dorm rumor from Reddit post

Jaden Edison
August 27, 2020
A file photo taken outside of The University Star’s newsroom at the Trinity Building on Texas State’s campus.

Here’s what you can expect from us this school year

Jaden Edison
August 23, 2020
Quarterback Tyler Vitt searches for a teammate to throw to at the Texas State football game vs. Troy, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2020, at Bobcat Stadium.

Sun Belt to begin football season Labor Day weekend

Jaden Edison
August 4, 2020
A Star file photo.

Texas State launches investigation into cyber attack

Jaden Edison
July 29, 2020
A photo of Soraya Montoya.

Missing Kyle resident located safe

Jaden Edison
July 28, 2020
A file photo of a sign with instructions for helping reduce the spread of COVID-19, sitting near the Undergraduate Academic Center building at Texas State.

Texas State to release COVID-19 dashboard

Jaden Edison
July 16, 2020
A room in the Hays County Jail, Monday, March 11, 2019, in San Marcos.

Hays County Jail reports 40 inmates diagnosed with COVID-19

Jaden Edison
July 1, 2020
Jose Dominguez-Leal tapes a piece of paper calling for action from Hays County Sheriff Gary Cutler, Tuesday, June 30, 2020, on Martin Luther King Drive in San Marcos. (Jaden Edison)

County residents demand release of jail inmates amid COVID-19

Jaden Edison
June 30, 2020
Texas State President Denise Trauth speaks at an Alumni Luncheon during 2018 Homecoming Week. Photo courtesy of Chandler Prude.

Q&A with President Trauth about Texas State’s ‘Roadmap to Return’

Jaden Edison
June 25, 2020
Gov. Greg Abbott sits in a conference room, Tuesday, March 17, 2020, in the Texas Department of Emergency Management Command Center.

Gov. Abbott announces expansion of local control over public gatherings

Jaden Edison
June 23, 2020
Hays County reports 85 new cases of COVID-19, one new fatality

Hays County reports 57 new cases of COVID-19

Jaden Edison
June 20, 2020
San Marcos Police Department officer Justin Mueller was shot while responding to a domestic disturbance call, Saturday, April 18, 2020, at the Twin Lakes Villa Apartments in San Marcos.

UPDATE: SMPD officer shot in line of duty returns to work

Jaden Edison
June 17, 2020
Star file photo of the Hays County Seal.

Hays County announces temporary closure of two offices

Jaden Edison
June 17, 2020
Malina Sutton sheds tears as she reads off the names of Black lives lost in recent years to police brutality, Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at the Hays County Historic Courthouse.

(Video) San Marcos shouts for Black Lives Matter

Jaden Edison
June 15, 2020
Protesters at an event primarily organized by Texas State student Malina Sutton pose for a photo in front of the Hays County Historic Courthouse, Wednesday, June 10, 2020, in San Marcos.

Back-to-back protests: Texas State students and Athletics speak up for Black lives

Jaden Edison and Colton McWilliams
June 11, 2020
A file photo of Kobe in San Marcos, a restaurant located at 210 Springtown Way.

Kobe temporarily closes after employee diagnosed with COVID-19

Jaden Edison
June 9, 2020
Grins Restaurant in San Marcos announced temporary closure June 8, noting concerns over the rising COVID-19 cases in San Marcos

Grins temporarily closes amid rising COVID-19 cases in San Marcos

Jaden Edison
June 8, 2020
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Curbside meals suspended at SMCISD school after employee tests positive for COVID-19

Jaden Edison
June 8, 2020
Texas State Head Coach Danny Kaspar talks to his team during a timeout, Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020, at Strahan Arena in a game vs. UTA.

Former basketball player accuses Danny Kaspar of making racist remarks

Jaden Edison
June 5, 2020
Blake Galkin holds up a sign advocating for black lives while shouting at people in vehicles passing by on Hopkins Street, Thursday, June 4, 2020, during the second part of a protest at San Marcos City Hall.

(Photo Gallery) San Marcos community gathers at City Hall to honor black lives

Jaden Edison
June 4, 2020
A photo of Justin Howell, a 20-year-old black man injured by Austin Police in a May 31 protest.

President Trauth, Rep. Zwiener speak on black student injured by Austin Police

Jaden Edison
June 3, 2020
A photo of Justin Howell, a 20-year-old black man injured by Austin Police in a May 31 protest.

The Battalion reports Texas State student as black man injured by Austin police

Jaden Edison
June 3, 2020
A bio of Brittany Hunter-Lane from her website.

Letter from the Editor: Strutters’ concerns with my documentary

Jaden Edison
June 1, 2020
Justyn Payne delivers a speech during a protest for George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, Friday, May 29, 2020, at the Hays County Historic Courthouse in San Marcos. (Jaden Edison)

‘It is our time to speak’: San Marcos community protests in honor of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor

Jaden Edison, Daniel Weeks, and Aidan Bea
May 30, 2020
A portrait of Dr. Joanne Smith. Smith worked at Texas State for nearly thirty years, holding positions in Housing and Residential Life and Student Affairs. Smith’s most pivotal role came in 2005, when she became vice president of Student Affairs. (Courtesy of Dr. Joanne Smith)

Plight to perspective: Beloved black voice retires after decades of student service

Jaden Edison and Sarah Martinez
May 28, 2020
The Fuego Tortilla Grill drive-thru sits empty, Sunday, May 24, 2020, on North Interstate 35 Frontage Rd. The restaurant announced one employee tested positive for COVID-19, resulting in the location’s immediate closure.

Two San Marcos restaurants close after employees test positive for COVID-19

Jaden Edison
May 25, 2020
Wide receiver Trevis Graham Jr. runs with the ball at the Texas State football game vs. Troy, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, at Bobcat Stadium.

NCAA to allow on-campus workouts for football and basketball athletes

Jaden Edison
May 21, 2020
Star file photo

Suspect in hit-and-run turns himself in, released on bond

Jaden Edison
May 21, 2020
A banner alerting people of the closing of Sewell Park sits, Tuesday, March 31, 2020, on University Drive at Texas State. Before the March 24 closing of the park, occupants spent time at the park in close proximity despite state, county and city officials calling for social distancing. On a normal day, the park serves as a place for students to swim, tan, play sports and more.

Sewell Park to remain closed Memorial Day weekend, reopens summer II

Jaden Edison
May 21, 2020
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Amazon warehouse employees test positive for COVID-19

Jaden Edison
May 20, 2020
Hays County COVID-19 Update

Hays County reports one new case of COVID-19

Jaden Edison
May 17, 2020
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Star Rundown: A Farewell Recap

Jaden Edison, Bella Lopes, and Haley Brand
May 16, 2020
Texas State University Police Department Chief of Police Laurie Clouse hands out food to Hays County first responders, Thursday, May 14, 2020, at Harris Dining Hall.

(Photo Gallery) UPD, Chartwells provide food to Hays County first responders

Jaden Edison
May 14, 2020
A Dec. 2019 commencement ceremony for the McCoy College of Business.

Students call for Texas State to conduct in-person commencement

Jaden Edison
May 12, 2020
Star file photo

Texas Rangers identify shooter of fallen SMPD officer

Jaden Edison
May 12, 2020
The City of San Marcos announced the temporary parklet program, adopted by City Council, Tuesday, May 5, 2020, in San Marcos. The program authorizes short-term parklet installations, waives the application fee and allows for modified design standards to help businesses create a more economical parklet.

San Marcos adopts program to enhance downtown business engagement

Jaden Edison
May 7, 2020
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott sits in a media briefing Friday, April 10, 2020, in the State Capitol. Photo courtesy of Texas governor’s office.

Abbott modifies executive orders, eliminates punishment by jail confinement

Jaden Edison
May 7, 2020
Hays County COVID-19 Update

Hays County reports 12 new cases of COVID-19

Jaden Edison
May 6, 2020
Texas State detailed numerous instances of underreported crime statistics on campus between 2016-2018 in its Annual Security Report. Now, the state—as well as the campus community—is taking notice.

Texas State appoints its first ever chief compliance officer

Jaden Edison
May 4, 2020
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Star Rundown Saturday: Apartment lease battles, face-to-face instruction and more

Jaden Edison, Bella Lopes, and Haley Brand
May 2, 2020
Jaden EdisonTexas State Strutter Head Captain Ravyn Ammons listens to one of her teammates speak, Friday, Jan. 24, 2020, after a team practice at Strahan Coliseum.

(Video Documentary) First Black

Jaden Edison
May 1, 2020
Texas State students walk to and from classes on the first day of school, Monday, Aug. 26, 2019, near the Quad.

Texas State to resume face-to-face instruction during summer II and fall semester

Jaden Edison
May 1, 2020
Star Rundown Saturday

Star Rundown Saturday: Officer procession, Texas State relief fund and more

Jaden Edison, Bella Lopes, and Haley Brand
April 25, 2020
Photo of the State Capitol and Governor’s mansion, Friday, April 3, 2020, in Austin. Courtesy of Texas Governor’s office.

COVID-19 updates from Gov. Abbott’s office, April 24, 2020

Jaden Edison
April 24, 2020
Gov. Abbott announces updates for the state, Friday, April 17, 2020, in the state capitol.

COVID-19 updates from Gov. Abbott’s office, April 23, 2020

Jaden Edison
April 23, 2020
Gov. Greg Abbott sits in a media briefing, Friday, April 10, 2020, at the State Capitol.

COVID-19 updates from Gov. Abbott’s office, April 22, 2020

Jaden Edison
April 22, 2020
Jaden EdisonA “Blue Lives Matter” wristband sits on fallen SMPD officer Justin Putnam’s police vehicle memorial, Monday, April 20, 2020, near San Marcos City Hall on East Hopkins Street. People throughout the community have left items like balloons, stuffed animals, cards, crosses and more.

Community ‘devastated’ following tragic death of police officer

Jaden Edison
April 22, 2020
Water, charcoal lighters, coolers, alcoholic beverages and a barbecue pit, moved from individual aisles to the front of the store due to remodeling, sit on sale, Monday, May 27, 2019 in H-E-B at 641 E Hopkins St.

H-E-B to extend temporary hours of operation

Jaden Edison
April 22, 2020
Jaden EdisonSan Marcos Mayor Jane Hughson stands next to a poster with the photos of officers (left to right) Franco Stewart, Justin Putnam and Justin Mueller. Putnam was killed while responding to an April 18 assault/domestic disturbance report and the other two officers were left wounded. Putnam is the second SMPD officer killed in the line of duty since officer Kenneth Copeland was shot and killed while serving an arrest warrant in Dec. 2017.

City of San Marcos holds press conference for officer killed in line of duty

Jaden Edison
April 19, 2020
Gov. Abbott announces updates for the state, Friday, April 17, at the State Capitol.

Gov. Abbott releases statement after unconfirmed reports of SMPD officer shooting

Jaden Edison
April 18, 2020
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Officer killed, two others wounded in shooting on Hunter Road

Jaden Edison
April 18, 2020
Star Rundown screenshot

Star Rundown Saturday: Children advocacy centers, Employees Union and more

Jaden Edison, Bella Lopes, and Haley Brand
April 18, 2020
Hays County COVID-19 Update

Hays County reports four new COVID-19 cases

Jaden Edison
April 18, 2020
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott sits in his office, Sunday, March 26, 2020, at the State Capitol.

COVID-19 updates from Gov. Abbott’s office, April 16, 2020

Jaden Edison
April 16, 2020
In this file photo, Bobcat Bounty volunteers prepare food for students and residents waiting for distributions.

Bobcat Bounty creates plan to feed community during COVID-19 pandemic

Jaden Edison
April 13, 2020
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott sits during a media briefing, Friday, April 3. Photo courtesy of Texas Governor’s Office.

COVID-19 updates from Gov. Abbott’s office, April 12, 2020

Jaden Edison
April 12, 2020
Star Rundown

Star Rundown Saturday: Ghost town, Gov. Abbott executive order, San Marcos Animal Shelter and more

Jaden Edison and Bella Lopes
April 11, 2020
Gov. Abbott addresses members of the media during a press conference, Monday, March 23, 2020, at the State Capitol.

COVID-19 updates from Gov. Abbott’s office, April 11, 2020

Jaden Edison
April 11, 2020
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott speaks at a press conference, Monday, March 23, 2020, to address the state’s response to COVID-19.

COVID-19 updates from Gov. Abbott’s office, April 9, 2020

Jaden Edison
April 9, 2020
Gov. Greg Abbott sits in a conference room, Tuesday, March 17, 2020, in the Texas Department of Emergency Management Command Center.

Gov. Abbott announces funds to aid victim service organizations, suspends in-person contact with public officers

Jaden Edison
April 8, 2020
Texas Governor Greg Abbott declared a state of disaster for all 254 counties, Friday, March 13, 2020, in Texas. The announcement came on the same day President Donald Trump declared a national emergency.

Gov. Abbott announces rule to help healthcare facilities implement social distancing

Jaden Edison
April 7, 2020
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott speaks at a press conference, Monday, March 23, 2020, to address the state’s response to COVID-19.

Gov. Abbott orders Texas historic sites and state parks to close in response to COVID-19

Jaden Edison
April 7, 2020
Backpacks and lunch boxes sit in a classroom inside of the Kids of the Kingdom daycare center, Friday, Dec. 6, 2019, at First Lutheran Church in San Marcos, Texas. When not at school or taking care of her chickens, Nichols works at the daycare center to pay her rent and college tuition. She takes care of kids ranging from 12-months to 2 years old. Additionally, the daycare provides her the extra funds she needs to take care of the chickens.

Gov. Abbott announces initiative to increase child care access for COVID-19 frontline workers

Jaden Edison
April 6, 2020
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announces the activation of the Texas National Guard on in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The announcement was made in the Governor’s conference room in the Texas Department of Emergency Management Command Center. Abbot was joined by Chief Nim Kidd, head of the Texas Division of Emergency Management.

Gov. Abbott discusses COVID-19 with White House Coronavirus Task Force doctor

Jaden Edison
April 4, 2020
In this file photo, incoming freshmen at the time, Liliana Hernandez (far right), Ilene Espinoza (middle right), Karen Novarro (middle left) and Citlaly Romero (far left) pose for a photo, Wednesday, June 19, 2019, outside of the Undergraduate Academic Center at Texas State. The four students were apart of New Student Orientation Group 23, led by counselors Lola Santos and Christina Gloria.

University COVID-19 response leaves uncertainty among incoming students

Jaden Edison
April 1, 2020
A banner alerting people of the closing of Sewell Park sits, Tuesday, March 31, 2020, on University Drive at Texas State. Before the March 24 closing of the park, occupants spent time at the park in close proximity despite state, county and city officials calling for social distancing. On a normal day, the park serves as a place for students to swim, tan, play sports and more.

(Photo Gallery) COVID-19 and social distancing turn campus hot spots cold

Jaden Edison
March 31, 2020
The Block w/Jaden Edison Podcast

(Podcast) The Block: Conversation with Dr. Ronald Johnson

Jaden Edison
March 24, 2020
Texas Governor Greg Abbott declared a state of disaster for all 254 counties, Friday, March 13, 2020, in Texas. The announcement came on the same day President Donald Trump declared a national emergency.

Gov. Abbott activates Texas National Guard in response to COVID-19

Jaden Edison
March 17, 2020
Star file photo of the Hays County Seal.

Hays County confirms third case of COVID-19

Jaden Edison
March 16, 2020
Water, charcoal lighters, coolers, alcoholic beverages and a barbecue pit, moved from individual aisles to the front of the store due to remodeling, sit on sale, Monday, May 27, 2019 in H-E-B at 641 E Hopkins St.

H-E-B adjusts store hours during COVID-19 pandemic

Jaden Edison
March 14, 2020
Texas State students travel through the Alkek walkway, Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020. University students are one of the most difficult groups to attain accurate information according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Alkek Library to remain open over extended spring break, computer labs closed

Jaden Edison
March 14, 2020
Texas State economics junior Jacob Millender uses a speed sensor to measure and record the speed of a baseball after it is pitched, Saturday, March 3, 2020, during the Texas State vs. Bethune Cookman at the Bobcat Ballpark.

(Photo Gallery) Wild Art of the Week: Super Tuesday, crawfish boil, music at Sewell and more

Jaden Edison, Katelyn Lester, Hannah Thompson, and Rebecca Harrell
March 8, 2020
Jaden EdisonRichmond Kingsford in his VAGUE apparel.

(Podcast) The Block: Conversation with Richmond Kingsford

Jaden Edison
February 29, 2020
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